# N32DM: 1959 Piper PA-23-160 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Piper PA-23-160](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-23-160) (registry code 7102304, 5 seats) - Engine: [Lycoming 0-320 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-0-320-series) (registry code 41508) - Data sheets: [TCDS 1A10](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/1A10) (Piper Aircraft Inc.), [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 23-1692 - Year built: 1959 - Type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: May 15, 1959 - Certificate issued: June 24, 2013 - Expires: June 30, 2029 - Mode S code: A36C4E - Registered owner: [Hulme Thomas L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HULME%20THOMAS%20L) - Location: [Fountain Hills, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Fountain%20Hills) - Owner type: Individual - Owner's area on the map: 33.6078° N, 111.7384° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs: center of Fountain Hills, AZ, within about 3 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=32DM - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N32DM From the FAA registry file of October 21, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Lycoming 0-320 model are included. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 68 in force ### Matched by airframe (Piper PA-23-160) - [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023 - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2017-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-15-05): Air Conditioning · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 3 more. Effective Aug 28, 2017 - [AD 2009-13-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-13-06-R1): Doors · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 16 more. Effective Nov 3, 2011 - [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006 - [AD 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 2005 - [AD 2004-25-16 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-25-16-R1): Fuel regulator shutoff valve · Bombardier CL-215-1A10, CL-215-6B11 (CL-215T Variant), CL-215-6B11 (CL-415 Variant) and 64 more. Effective Jun 20, 2005 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2003-09-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-09-13): Flap control torque tube assembly · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 2 more. Effective Jun 23, 2003 - [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000 - [AD 99-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-14-01): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 21 more. Effective Aug 17, 1999 - [AD 85-02-05 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-02-05-R1): Piper P/N s 81090-02, 683-107 Placard Installation · Lavia Argentina PA-25, PA-25-235, PA-25-260 and 32 more. Effective Nov 21, 1997 - [AD 96-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-21-04): Hydraulic Hose Inspection · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 13 more. Effective Dec 10, 1996 - [AD 93-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-06-02): Fuel Hose · Integral 24 gallon auxiliary fuel tank in each wing tip (Met-Co Aire STC SA1480WE). Effective May 12, 1993 - [AD 92-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-13-04): Fuel Tank Modifications · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Aug 21, 1992 - [AD 88-21-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-21-07-R1): Fuel Filler Compartment · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 3 more. Effective Aug 22, 1989 - [AD 81-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-19-04): Hose Assembly · Rajay Hose Assemblies, 500A, 500B and 87 more. Effective Sep 17, 1981 - [AD 80-26-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-26-04-R1): Rudder Pulley at Cabin Step · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 2 more. Effective Aug 28, 1981 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 80-18-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-18-10): Fuel Selector Valves · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 8 more. Effective Sep 8, 1980 - [AD 79-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-11-06): Landing Gear Selector Lever · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 3 more. Effective Aug 29, 1979 - [AD 78-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-08-03): Rudder Hinge Bracket Assembly · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Nov 10, 1978 - [AD 74-22-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-22-05): Full Valve Stem and Cap Nut · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 2 more. Effective Oct 23, 1974 - [AD 71-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-18-03): Left Nose Wheel Door Hinge · Wheel well doors (Apache Modification STC SA598SW). Effective Sep 2, 1971 - [AD 63-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-26-03): Tail Area Inspection · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Jul 13, 1971 - [AD 71-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-12-01): Engine Control Support Bracket · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160 and PA-23-250 (Navy UO-1). Effective Jun 8, 1971 - [AD 63-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-24-03): Rudder Trim Tab Control Rod Assembly · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Nov 27, 1963 - [AD 63-07-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-07-03): Rudder Trim Tabs · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Apr 15, 1963 - [AD 60-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-03-08): Fuel Control Cable and Wire · Piper PA-23 and PA-23-160. Effective Mar 21, 1961 ### Matched by engine (Lycoming 0-320 series) - [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026 - [AD 2022-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-16-03): Engine (RECIPROCATING) · Continental Aerospace Technologies GTSIO-520-C, GTSIO-520-D, GTSIO-520-F and 236 more. Effective Aug 15, 2022 - [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [AD 2010-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-07-08): Turbochargers · Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 137 more. Effective Apr 19, 2010 - [AD 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010 - [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007 - [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004 - [AD 2002-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-12-07): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gasket or the Converter Plate Kit · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 95 more. Effective Jul 3, 2002 - [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998 - [AD 98-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-02-08): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 216 more. Effective Mar 30, 1998 - [AD 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998 - [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997 - [AD 96-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-10): Oil pump · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2A and 334 more. Effective Jul 15, 1996 - [AD 95-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-02): Aviation Gasoline · Lycoming Engines IO-320-B1A, IO-320-B1B, IO-320-B1C and 182 more. Effective Jan 24, 1996 - [AD 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993 - [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992 - [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991 - [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989 - [AD 80-04-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-04-03-R2): Hydraulic Lifter · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, LTO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD and 7 more. Effective Apr 25, 1988 - [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981 - [AD 80-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-14-07): Upper Exhaust Valve Spring Seats · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD and 5 more. Effective Jul 7, 1980 - [AD 79-10-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-03-R2): Engine Mounting Bracket Attaching Bolts · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H2AD and O-360-E1A6D. Effective Jul 1, 1980 - [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980 - [AD 78-12-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-09): Crankshaft Gear Assembly · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Feb 20, 1979 - [AD 77-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-07-07): Oil Level Gage · Lycoming Engines O-320-H2AD. Effective Feb 20, 1979 - [AD 77-20-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-20-07): Loose Rocker Arm Retaining Studs and Hydraulic Tappets · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Aug 31, 1978 - [AD 78-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-08): Oil Pump Body · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Jun 20, 1978 - [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977 - [AD 73-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-01): Piston Pin Assembly · Lycoming Engines AIO-360-A1A, AIO-360-A1B, AIO-360-A2A and 215 more. Effective Jan 13, 1977 - [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969 - [AD 66-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-06-03): Connecting Rod Assemblies · Lycoming Engines GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A, GO-435-C2A2 and 317 more. Effective Jan 16, 1969 - [AD 63-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-23-02): Exhaust Valves · Lycoming Engines O-320-A1A, O-320-A1B, O-320-A2A and 25 more. Effective Aug 6, 1968 - [AD 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967 - [AD 66-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-20-04): Oil Filter Adapter Gasket · Lycoming Engines IO-320-A1A, IO-320-A2A, IO-320-B1A and 121 more. Effective Aug 27, 1966 - [AD 64-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-16-05): AC Pumps · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-B1A, HIO-360-B1B, IO-320-B1A and 86 more. Effective Jul 10, 1964 - [AD 59-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-10-07): Cylinder Baffle Clamps · Lycoming Engines GO-480-A1A, GO-480-B, GO-480-B1A6 and 58 more - [AD 55-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-02-02): Gasket · Lycoming Engines O-320-A1A and O-320-A2A ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2009-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-13-06) (historical): Nose baggage door · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 16 more. Effective Jul 24, 2009 - [AD 69-13-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-13-03) (historical): Heater Exhaust Tube · Piper PA-23, PA-23-160, PA-23-235 and 3 more. Effective Dec 14, 1973 - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008 - [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006 - [AD 2000-18-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-53) (historical): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gaskets · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-360-A1B6D, IO-360-A1D6D and 73 more - [AD 81-18-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-18-04-R2) (historical): Engine Oil Pump Driven Impeller and Shaft · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 376 more. Effective Jun 7, 1982 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (13 in force) - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-08): Main Landing Gear Drag Link Bolt. Issued Feb 21, 2017 - [SAIB CE-08-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-08-11): Landing Gear. Issued Jan 9, 2008 - [SAIB CE-05-67](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-67): . Issued Jul 7, 2005 - [SAIB NE-06-31R6](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R6): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Sep 26, 2022 - [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019 - [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016 - [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 - [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012 - [SAIB NE-08-26R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R3): Magneto/Distributor. Issued Mar 31, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008 - [SAIB NE-03-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-03-18): . Issued Jan 22, 2003 - [SAIB NE-00-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-00-22): . Issued May 23, 2000 - [SAIB NE-06-31R5](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R5) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Oct 19, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-31R4](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R4) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 6, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-31R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R3) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 22, 2009 - [SAIB NE-06-31R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R2) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Apr 29, 2009 - [SAIB NE-08-26R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R1) (historical): Dual Magnetos. Issued Jul 8, 2008 - [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008 - [SAIB NE-06-31R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R1) (historical): . Issued Apr 18, 2006 - [SAIB NE-06-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31) (historical): . Issued Feb 27, 2006 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N32DM. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N32DM. ## Service difficulty reports None filed for this aircraft. ## Related - Other Piper PA-23-160 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-23-160/aircraft.md - STCs for the Piper PA-23-160: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-23-160/stcs.md - The Lycoming 0-320 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-0-320-series.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.