# Service difficulty reports: Lycoming TIO-540-S1AD

A list on [Lycoming TIO-540-S1AD](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-tio-540-s1ad.md).

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- [SDR 2022FA0000469](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000469.md): Magneto · corroded · Jul 28, 2022 · N3027J · Piper PA32RT300T · Magneto/Distributor
  > WHILE ENROUTE ENGINE FAILURE OCCURRED CAUSING A FORCED LANDING INTO A WOODED AREA. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT CAM FOLLOWER ON RIGHT SIDE OF SINGLE SHAFT MAGNETO WAS MELTED WITH NO CONTACT POINT CLEARANCE. NO MELTING WAS OBSERVED ON LEFT SIDE BUT CONTACT POINT CL
- [SDR 2014FA0000492](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000492.md): Clamp · failed · Jul 2, 2014 · N401SL · Piper PA32RT300T · Engine Collector/Tailpipe/Nozzle
  > FAILURE OF THE CLAMP AND OR EXHAUST GASKET WHICH CAUSED EXCESSIVE HEAT DAMAGE TO THE UPPER COWLING AND ASSOCIATED WIRING LOCATED IN THE VICINITY OF THE EXHAUST LEAK. THE OCCURANCE HAPPEDED DURING THE TAKEOFF AT FULL POWER SETTING OF 2700 RPM AND 35" MAP. GAS
- [SDR 2014FA0000387](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000387.md): Cowling · damaged · Jun 20, 2014 · N401SL · Piper PA32RT300T · Powerplant System
  > FAILURE OF THE CLAMP AND OR EXHAUST GASKET WHICH CAUSED EXCESSIVE HEAT DAMAGE TO UPPER COWLING AND ASSOCIATED WIRING LOCATED IN THE VICINITY OF THE EXHAUST LEAK. THE OCCURRENCE HAPPENED DURING TAKEOFF AT FULL POWER SETTING OF 2700 RPM AT 36" MAP. INSPECTION
- [SDR 2013FA0000737](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000737.md): Breaker Points · loose · Nov 15, 2013 · N75AU · Piper PA32R301T · Magneto/Distributor
  > THE RIVET THAT HOLDS THE OPENING CONTACT POINT TO THE MOVEABLE ARM HAS LOOSENED ALLOWING THE ARM TO MOVE BUT THE POINTS DO NOT BREAK CONTACT. THE MAGNETO THEN DOES NOT DELIVER A SPARK.
- [SDR 2013FA0000738](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000738.md): Breaker Points · loose · Oct 10, 2013 · N75AU · Piper PA32R301T · Magneto/Distributor
  > THE RIVET THAT HOLDS THE OPENING CONTACT POINT TO THE MOVABLE ARM HAS SOOSENED ALLOWING THE ARM TO MOVE BUT POINTS DO NOT BREAK CONTACT. THE MAG THEN DOES NOT DELIVER A SPARK TO THE PLUGS.
- [SDR 2PMR2014022800108](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2PMR2014022800108.md): Shaft · worn · Jul 11, 2013 · N61JW · Piper PA32R301T · Engine (Reciprocating)
  > AIRCRAFT LANDED WITH NO OIL PRESSURE AND FUSELAGE INCLUDING WINDSCREEN TOTALLY COVERED IN OIL. PILOT REPORTED THAT 10,000 FT MSL, THE ENGINE STARTED LEAKING OIL, COVERING THE WINDSCREEN AND WAS SMOKING AND MAKING ABNORMAL NOISES. OIL PRESSURE READ 0 PSI. AC
- [SDR 2012FA0000437](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000437.md): Trunnion · cracked · Jun 26, 2012 · N22450 · Piper PA32RT300T · Fuselage, Landing Gear Attach Fittings
  > DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, WHILE VISUALLY INSPECTING NOSE GEAR, MECHANIC NOTICED THE CRACK IN THE NOSE GEAR TRUNNION ASSY. THERE WERE NO SIGNS OF HYD FLUID LEAKAGE OR LOSS OF THE NITROGEN CHARGE. ACFT WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON 09/29/1990 INVOLVING COM
- [SDR 2010FA0000032](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000032.md): Magneto · misoverhauled · Nov 26, 2009 · N8062T · Piper PA32R301 · Magneto/Distributor
  > MAGNETO WAS O/H ALONG WITH ENTIRE ENG 150 HRS AGO, 5 YRS CALENDAR TIME. ON A SUCCESSFUL RUN UP, DEPARTING, ENG BEGAN RUNNING VERY ROUGH ABOUT 100 FT ABOVE RUNWAY. ACFT WAS STILL GENERATING ENOUGH CLIMB POWER TO GET UP TO 1,000 FT AND COMPLETE A SAFE LANDING
- [SDR 2009FA0000613](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000613.md): Mount · broken · Jul 7, 2009 · N8042G · Piper PA32R301T · Fuselage, Landing Gear Attach Fittings
  > UPON REMOVAL OF THE ENGINE FOR OVERHAUL, DISCOVERED THAT THE NOSE GEAR DRAG LINK ATTACH POINT WAS BROKEN. DISCOVERED THAT THE LWR RT ENGINE MOUNT MOUNTING BOLT WAS BENT. AFTER RESEARCHING THE LOG BOOKS, FOUND THAT SB 955 PATS I, II, AND III WHERE COMPLIED WI
- [SDR 2007FA0000163](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000163.md): Fitting · cracked · Feb 1, 2007 · N8185Y · Piper PA32301T · Exhaust Turbocharger
  > THIS PART IS BOLTED TO THE TURBOCHARGER ASSY BETWEEN THE HOT AND COLD SECTIONS. THE HIGH PRESSURE OIL LINE CONNECTS TO THIS PART VIA A FITTING IN THE TOP OF THE PART. AFTER AN ANNUAL INSP, THE ENG WAS RUN-UP AND SYSTEM CHECKED. AN OIL SEEP WAS NOTED IN THE
- [SDR 2006FA0000407](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000407.md): Hose · deteriorated · Apr 14, 2006 · N126LM · Piper PA32R301T · Hoses and Tubes
  > PARTIAL POWER LOSS, TWO CYLINDERS DROPPED OUT, CAUSED BY SMALL PARTICLES OF RUBBER HOSE FROM UPPER DECK AIR REFERENCE LINES FLAKING OFF AND OCCLUDING THE FUEL INJECTORS
- [SDR CA040811007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040811007.md): Cable · worn · Jul 2, 2004 · Piper PA32RT300T · Autopilot Trim Servo
  > (CAN) STAB TRIM STIFF WHEN COLD, PILOT SUSPECTED AFT TRIM DRUM INSPECTION OF COMPLETE CONTROL SYSTEM. FOUND CABLE (NR 62701-135) FRAYED OVER 60 PERCENT AT AREA OF ELECTRIC AUTOPILOT MOTOR. SUSPECTED LOW TEMP AND LOW CABLE TENSION CAUSED CABLE TO JAM AROUND THE
- [SDR CA040609013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040609013.md): Throttle Cable · broken · May 27, 2004 · Piper PA32RT300T · Power Lever
  > (CAN) AFTER A PREFLIGHT CHECK, THE PILOT COMPLAINED OF AN EXTREMELY LOOSE THROTTLE CONTROL. AFTER FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTROL CABLE WAS DETERMINED TO BE INTERNALLY BROKEN. THE CABLE WAS REMOVED AND THE CONTROL LEVER END OF THE CABLE PULLED OUT OF THE EXT
- [SDR AUS20031258](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20031258.md): Stud · corroded · Nov 30, 2003 · Piper PA32RT300T · Elevator Miscellaneous Structure
  > (AUS) LT ELEVATOR FORWARD CONTROL CABLE FAILED. CABLE LOCKING STUD CORRODED. CONTROL WHEEL HAD BEEN RESTRAINED WITH SEAT BELT AND CABLE LOCK STUD FAILED DUE TO WIND GUSTS.
- [SDR AUS20030721](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030721.md): Connecting Rod · cracked · Jul 19, 2003 · Piper PA32R301T · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > (AUS) CONNECTING ROD CONTAINED A CRACK INDICATION ADJACENT TO THE LITTLE END. LENGTH OF CRACK APPROXIMATELY 6.35MM (0.25IN). CAP ON ANOTHER CONNECTING ROD CONTAINED CRACK INDICATION ADJACENT TO BOLT HOLE. CRACK LENGTH 3.175MM (0.125IN). CRACKS FOUND DURINGMAGN
- [SDR 2003FA0000570](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000570.md): Distributor Gear · broken · May 10, 2003 · Piper PA32RT300T · Magneto/Distributor
  > DISTRIBUTOR GEAR ON RIGHT MAGNETO, FAILED.
- [SDR 2003FA0000462](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000462.md): Gasket · unserviceable · Mar 12, 2003 · N81573 · Piper PA32301T · Vacuum Distribution System
  > GASKET FAILED NEAR MOUNTING STUD, ALLOWING OIL UNDER PRESSURE TO EXCAPE OVERBOARD, RESULTING IN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE AND SUBSEQUENT EMERGENCY OFF AIRPORT LANDING. THE VACUUM PUMP WAS INSTALLED NEW IN DECEMBER 1998 AND HAS BEEN IN SERVICE FOR 826.3 HOURS. THE
- [SDR 2003FA0000515](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000515.md): Gasket · failed · Mar 12, 2003 · N81573 · Piper PA32301T · Vacuum Distribution System
  > GASKET FAILED NEAR MOUNTING STUD, ALLOWING OIL UNDER PRESSURE TO ESCAPE OVERBOARD, RESULTING IN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE AND SUBSEQUENT EMERGENCY OFF AIRPORT LANDING. THE VACUUM PUMP WAS INSTALLED NEW IN DECEMBER 1998 AND HAS BEEN IN SERVICE FOR 826.3 HOURS. THE
- [SDR 2003FA0000409](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000409.md): Bearing · worn · Mar 4, 2003 · N8096Y · Piper PA32R301T · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > FOUND BEARING MATERIAL IN OIL SUCTION SCREEN. REMOVED CYLINDERS AND FOUND CYLINDER NR 2 CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILING BY LAMINATIONS PICKING LOOSE ON INSIDE DIAMETER. THIS IS THE SAME CONDITION FOUND DURING REPLACEMENT OF ROD BEARINGS UNDER MFG SA 59-800 WI
- [SDR 2003FA0000410](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000410.md): Exhaust Valve · worn · Mar 4, 2003 · N8096Y · Piper PA32R301T · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > INVESTIGATED HEAVY OIL CONSUMPTION. UPON DISASSEMBLY, FOUND VALVES EXCESSIVELY WORN.
- [SDR 2003FA0000411](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000411.md): Valve Guide · worn · Mar 4, 2003 · N8096Y · Piper PA32R301T · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > INVESTIGATED HEAVY OIL CONSUMPTION. UPON DISASSEMBLY, FOUND VALVE GUIDES EXCESSIVE WORN.
- [SDR AUS20021018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20021018.md): Crankshaft · cracked · Sep 6, 2002 · Piper PA32RT300T · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > (AUS) CRANKSHAFT CRACKED IN FORWARD RADIUS OF NO4 MAIN BEARING JOURNAL. FOUND DURING MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION. ENGINE HAD A BULKSTRIP CARRIED OUT AT 86.2 HOURS DUE TO PROPELLER STRIKE.
- [SDR AUS20020457](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20020457.md): Shaft · cracked · May 13, 2002 · Piper PA60601P · Nose/Tail Landing Gear Strut/Axle
  > (AUS) NOSE LANDING GEAR STRUT TORQUE TUBE SHAFT CRACKED FROM BOLT HOLE. FOUND DURING MAGNAFLUX INSPECTION.
- [SDR AUS20020326](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20020326.md): Switch · intermittent · Apr 5, 2002 · Piper PA60601P · Landing Gear Steering System
  > (AUS) NOSE LANDING GEAR STEERING SWITCH INTERMITTENT IN OPERATION.BRAKE CALIPERS LEAKING.
- [SDR 2002FA0000860](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000860.md): Magneto · cracked · Sep 25, 2001 · N39945 · Piper PA32RT300T · Magneto/Distributor
  > AIRCRAFT ON CLIMBOUT FROM AIRPORT, LOST ENGINE POWER AND CRASHED. INVESTIGATION CONCLUDED MAGNETO FAILED DUE TO FATIGUE CRACK IN HOUSING CAUSING MAGNETO HOUSING TO SEPARATE FROM ENGINE.
- [SDR 20010511CW005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010511CW005.md): Crankcase · cracked · May 1, 2001 · N8314B · Piper PA32R301T · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, NOTICED OIL ON LEFT FORWARD SECTION OF ENGINE. REMOVED PROP GOVERNOR AND ENGINE BAFFLING. FOUND SMALL CRACK IN CRANKCASE, FORWARD OF NR 2 CYLINDER UPPER FORWARD HOLD DOWN NUT. CONDITION PROBABLY CAUSED BY AGE, ENGINE HAS NEVER BEE
- [SDR AU001264](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU001264.md): Valve Guide · failed · Dec 1, 2000 · Piper PA32RT300T · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > (AUS) NR 5 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE BROKEN UP. PIECES OF THE VALVE GUIDE EXITED THE CYLINDER AND JAMMED AND DAMAGED THE TURBOCHARGER TURBINE. NR 5 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE NECKED AND COLLETTS WORN.
- [SDR CA001123010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA001123010.md): Fitting · corroded · Nov 20, 2000 · Piper PA32300 · Flight Compartment Windows
  > (CAN) WHEN ENDEAVOURING TO REPLACED THE WINDSCREENS, THESE BRACKETS WERE FOUND HEAVILY CORRODED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED.
- [SDR 20001026SH010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001026SH010.md): Magneto · contaminated · Oct 26, 2000 · N9299X · Piper PA32R301T · Magneto/Distributor
  > OWNER REPORTED ENGINE GETTING HARDER TO START, LAST START TOOK 20 MINUTES, WOULD NOT START AT NEXT FUEL STOP. REMOVED SPARK PLUG LEADS TO CHECK FOR SPARK, NONE NOTED ON EITHER MAGNETO. REMOVED BOTH MAGS AND OPENED FOR INSP. FOUND BOTH MAGS FULL OF MELTED GR
- [SDR 20001026SH011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001026SH011.md): Magneto · contaminated · Oct 26, 2000 · N9299X · Piper PA32R301T · Magneto/Distributor
  > OWNER REPORTED ENGINE GETTING HARDER TO START, LAST START TOOK 20 MINUTES, WOULD NOT START AT NEXT FUEL STOP. REMOVED SPARK PLUG LEADS TO CHECK FOR SPARK, NONE NOTED ON EITHER MAGNETO. REMOVED BOTH MAGS AND OPENED FOR INSP. FOUND BOTH MAGS FULL OF MELTED GR
- [SDR 20001109SH034](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001109SH034.md): Wastegate Valve · missing · Oct 2, 2000 · N81573 · Piper PA32301T · Exhaust Turbocharger
  > PILOT REPORTED UNABLE TO DEVELOP NORMAL POWER AT ALTITUDE. INSPECTION REVEALED 30 PERCENT - 40 PERCENT OF WASTEGATE BUTTERFLY VALVE MISSING. UNIT REMOVED, REPAIRED AND REINSTALLED. ENGINE HAD APPROX 730 HOURS SINCE FACTORY OVERHAUL. BUTTERFLY WAS NORMAL AT
- [SDR AU991089](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU991089.md): Capacitor · faulty · Oct 25, 1999 · Piper PA32RT300T · Magneto/Distributor
  > (AUS) LEFT MAGNETO CAPACITOR OPEN CIRCUITED AND POINTS CAM FOLLOWER MELTED.
- [SDR AU990922](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990922.md): Doubler · cracked · Sep 9, 1999 · Piper PA32R301T · Rudder Structure
  > (AUS) RUDDER LT AND RT DOUBLER ANGLES CRACKED. CRACK LENGTH LT ANGLE -19.050 MM (0.75 INCH). CRACK LENGTH RT ANGLE - 12.7 MM (0.5 INCH).
- [SDR AU990923](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990923.md): Spar · cracked · Sep 9, 1999 · Piper PA32R301T · Rudder, Spar/Rib
  > (AUS) RUDDER SPAR CRACKED. REF: SEE MDR AU990922 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
- [SDR 99ZZZX3278](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX3278.md): Piston · damaged · Aug 13, 1999 · N2144C · Piper PA32RT300T · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > DURING TOP OVERHAUL, NOTICED LOWER EDGE OF PISTON SKIRT ON SUPERIOR SL10545 PISTONS HAD BEEN CONTACTING OPPOSING CONNECTING ROD CAPS AT BOTTOM OF STROKE. THE NEW PISTON REPLACMENTS SL10545 HAVE DIFFERENT DIMENSIONS MEASURED FROM LOWER EDGE OF PISTON PIN HOLE
- [SDR CA990719004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990719004.md): Torque Tube · corroded · Jul 9, 1999 · Piper PA32RT300T · Rudder Control System
  > (CAN) WHEN RUDDER WAS REMOVED FOR PAINTING, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE LOWER ENDS OF THE TORQUE TUBE WERE SEVERELY CORRODED BY STANDING WATER IN TUBE OVER A LONG PERIOD. THERE IS NO DRAIN IN TUBE AND IT FITS ONTO RUDDER BELLCRANK SO TIGHTLY THAT THE WATER WILL NO
- [SDR CA990401013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990401013.md): Fcu · malfunctioned · Mar 17, 1999 · Piper PA32RT300T · Fuel Control/Reciprocating Engines
  > (CAN) THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING ROUGH, IN CRUISE, WITH MOMENTARY LOSS OF POWER. THIS ENGINE HAD BEEN RUNNING INTERMITTENTLY FOR SOME TIME. THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL CONTROL UNIT SEEMED TO HAVE SOLVED THIS PROBLEM.
- [SDR AU980771](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980771.md): Spar Cap · corroded · Jul 9, 1998 · Piper PA60600 · Wing Spar
  > (AUS) LEFT WING FORWARD MAIN SPAR CAP CONTAINED INTERGRANULAR CORROSION IN AREA ADJACENT TO THE INBOARD AND OUTBOARD EDGES OF THE ENGINE NACELLES. PART TOTAL CYCLES: 2,011.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2671](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2671.md): Point Set · failed · Jun 1, 1998 · N8216T · Piper PA32301 · Magneto/Distributor
  > UPON REPORT OF DEAD RIGHT MAGNETO, FOUND CONTACT POINT LOOSE IN POINT SET BODY. OTHERWISE, POINT SET IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.
- [SDR CA980608007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980608007.md): Blade · damage · May 26, 1998 · Piper PA32RT300T · Propeller Blade Section
  > (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. STONE DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE BLADE. THE BLADE WAS REPAIRED AND ANODIZED.
- [SDR CA980513001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980513001.md): Cable · broken · May 1, 1998 · Piper PA32RT300T · Power Lever
  > (CAN) THROTTLE CABLE BROKE DURING FINAL INSPECTION CHECK. CABLE BROKE INSIDE HOUSING CLOSE TO SWAGED END UNDER CLAMP. CABLE FLEXED AT THAT POINT. REPLACED.
- [SDR CA980309008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980309008.md): Fork · lack of lube · Feb 23, 1998 · Piper PA32RT300T · Propeller Hub Section
  > (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. PITCH CHANGE FORK FOUND WORN, PROBABLY DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2609](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2609.md): Bolt · failed · Dec 17, 1997 · N21018 · Piper PA32RT300T · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > APPEARS THAT THE CONNECTING ROD BOLT FAILED ALLOWING THE CONNECTING ROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE CRANKSHAFT. THE CONNECTING ROD SEPARATED FROM THE CRANKSHAFT SOON AFTER TAKEOFF. OIL COVERED THE WINDSHIELD AND SMOKE FILLED THE COCKPIT. A SUCCESSFUL LANDING WAS M
- [SDR CA970715019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970715019.md): Valve Seat · cocked · Mar 25, 1997 · Piper PA32RT300T · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > (CAN) DURING INSPECTION #6 CYLINDER WAS FOUND TO HAVE ZERO COMPRESSION. ON REMOVAL OF THE CYLINDER IT WAS FOUND THAT THE EXHAUST VALVE SEAT HAD LIFTED AND WAS COCKED AT AN ANGLE HOLDING THE EXHAUST VALVE OPEN. THIS RESULTED IN LACK OF COMPRESSION AND CAUSED AD
- [SDR AU970486](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU970486.md): Drive Belt · failed · Feb 16, 1997 · Piper PA32RT300T · Alternator-Generator Drive
  > (AUS) ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT FAULTY - PERSONNEL/MAINTENANCE ERROR
- [SDR 97ZZZX13](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX13.md): Sump · cracked · Dec 18, 1996 · N8339Z · Piper PA32301T · Reciprocating Engine Oil System
  > THIS SUMP WAS INSTALLED ON AN ENGINE THAT CAME FROM LYCOMING AS A FACTORY OVERHAUL. THERE WOULD BE A SMALL PUDDLE OF OIL UNDER THE ACFT AFTER IT SAT IDLE FOR A FEW DAYS, BUT DURING OPERATION, NO APPRECIABLE AMOUNT WOULD SHOW UP ON IT. CRACK WAS LOCATED WITH
- [SDR 97ZZZX182](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX182.md): Housing · broken · Sep 4, 1996 · N8186G · Piper PA32R301T · Magneto/Distributor
  > AIRCRAFT TACK TIME 2951.81. ENG FAILURE RESULTED IN OFF AIRPORT LANDING CAUSING DAMAGE TO AIRCRAFT OF UNREPAIRABLE AMOUNT. FAILURE CAUSED BY DUAL MAGNETO FALLING OFF OF ACCESSORY CASE AND DRIVE GEAR DISENGAGING FROM ENG. EXAM SHOWS LOWER MAG HOLD DOWN STUD
- [SDR 96ZZZX5130](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5130.md): Line · failed · Aug 28, 1996 · N39603 · Piper PA32RT300T · Engine Fuel Distribution
  > AIRCRAFT OPERATOR REPORTED ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE. OWNER REMOVED TOP COWL AND FOUND NR 3 FUEL INJECTION LINE COMPLETELY BROKEN OFF AT AND JUST BEHIND WHERE NUT AND FITTING ARE WELDED TO LINE. FURTHER INSPECTION REVEALED NR 4 CYLINDER OIL RETURN TUBE CHAFED THR
- [SDR 96ZZZX4076](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4076.md): Gear · failed · Jul 1, 1996 · N36201 · Piper PA32RT300T · Magneto/Distributor
  > MAGNETO DISTRIBUTOR GEAR FAILED.
- [SDR 95ZZZX5755](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX5755.md): Drain Tank · cracked · Aug 11, 1995 · N9244C · Piper PA32RT300T · Exhaust Turbocharger
  > TURBO DRAIN TANK FOUND CRACKED 1.50 INCHES LONG AND OIL LEAKING OUT. CRACK WAS AT BASE OF WELD WHERE MOUNT TUBE IS WELDED TO TANK. SHEET METAL WALL JUST AHEAD OF TANK WAS WORN THROUGH EDGE OF TANK WHICH HAD BEEN RIDING ON IT. SUBMITTER RECOMMENDS INSPECTING

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT sdr_id, difficulty_date, n_number, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, part_name, part_condition, jasc_code, discrepancy
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_service_difficulty_report.parquet'
WHERE engine_model_key = 'TIO540S1AD'
ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC
```

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