# Piper PA-28-180 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 7102808 - Manufacturer (registry): PIPER - Model: PA-28-180 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 107 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 2A13](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2A13) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Piper Aircraft Inc. - Registered aircraft: 3,504 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2024-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-14-03): Autopilot System · Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot (STC SA01866WI). Effective Aug 20, 2024 - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2020-24-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-24-05): Wing Spar · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 4 more. Effective Dec 28, 2020 - [AD 2018-07-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-07-03): Placard and Markings · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 12 more. Effective Apr 20, 2018 - [AD 2017-14-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-14-04): Engine Oil · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 22 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2013-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-02-13): Stabilizer Control System · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 33 more. Effective Mar 11, 2013 - [AD 2010-15-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-15-10): Control wheel shafts · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 33 more. Effective Aug 31, 2010 - [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 2005-25-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-25-08): Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS) · B-N Group BN-2A, 172, 180 and 22 more. Effective Jan 23, 2006 - [AD 2005-19-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-19-20): Bushing screw thread expanders · Piper PA-28-160, PA-28-161, PA-28-180 and 1 more. Effective Nov 4, 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 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [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 99-05-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-05-09): Induction Air Filter · Piper PA-23-235, PA-23-250, PA-23-250 (Navy UO-1) and 20 more. Effective Mar 19, 1999 - [AD 96-10-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-10-01-R1): Landing Light Support and Seal Assembly · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 1 more. Effective Dec 14, 1998 - [AD 96-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-10-03): Flap Handle Attach Bolt · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 28 more. Effective Jun 14, 1996 - [AD 87-08-08 R3](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-08-08-R3): Lower spar cap · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 28 more. Effective May 22, 1989 - [AD 86-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-17-01): Ammeter Replacement · Piper PA-28-150, PA-28-160, PA-28-180 and 20 more. Effective Aug 21, 1986 - [AD 79-26-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-26-05): Oil and Fuel System Hoses · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 28 more. Effective Jan 3, 1980 - [AD 69-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-22-02): Failure of Control Wheel · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 4 more. Effective Jul 30, 1979 - [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 77-23-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-23-03): Rod End Bearings · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-151, PA-28-161 and 12 more. Effective Nov 14, 1977 - [AD 77-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-01-01): Fuel Quantity Gauge · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 7 more. Effective Jan 7, 1977 - [AD 75-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-24-02): Loose Seats · Piper PA-28-180, PA-28-235, PA-28R-180 and 5 more. Effective Nov 21, 1975 - [AD 75-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-03): Fuel Drain Valves · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 6 more. Effective Apr 4, 1975 - [AD 75-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-02-03): Nose Wheel Fork Assembly · Large nose gear fork and 8.00-6 nose gear tire (Airglas STC SA281AL) - [AD 74-26-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-26-07): Incorrect Placard Detection · Piper PA-28-180. Effective Dec 21, 1974 - [AD 74-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-09-04): Rear Seat Belt Installation · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-180, PA-28-235 and 1 more. Effective Apr 24, 1974 - [AD 72-17-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-17-05): Electric Trim Switch · Piper PA-28-180, PA-28-235, PA-28R-180 and 3 more. Effective Aug 15, 1972 - [AD 72-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-14-07): Bolts in Stabilator Hinge Fittings · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 7 more. Effective Jul 7, 1972 - [AD 70-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-16-05): Engine Exhaust Muffler · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 3 more. Effective May 19, 1972 - [AD 72-08-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-08-06): Main Landing Gear Torque Links · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 4 more. Effective Apr 14, 1972 - [AD 71-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-21-08): Binding of Fuel Selector Handle · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-180, PA-28R-180 and 1 more. Effective Oct 13, 1971 - [AD 71-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-14-06): Magnetos Grounding · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 2 more. Effective Jul 9, 1971 - [AD 70-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-26-04): Stabilizer Balance Weight Tube · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 8 more. Effective Jun 24, 1971 - [AD 70-18-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-18-05): Landing Gear Torque Link Bolts · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 4 more. Effective Sep 7, 1970 - [AD 69-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-15-01): Control Wheel Retaining Pin · Piper PA-28-180, PA-28-235, PA-28R-180 and 3 more. Effective Jul 21, 1969 - [AD 67-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-26-02): Fuel Selector Valve · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 8 more. Effective May 22, 1968 - [AD 67-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-26-03): Fuel System Screens and Filters · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 7 more. Effective Apr 12, 1968 - [AD 67-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-20-04): Main Landing Gear Torque Link · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 8 more. Effective Sep 27, 1967 - [AD 67-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-12-06): Open End Steel Tube Assemblies · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 3 more. Effective May 4, 1967 - [AD 66-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/66-20-05): Propeller Spinner · Piper PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and PA-28-180. Effective Aug 27, 1966 - [AD 65-06-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-06-06): Fuel Quantity Gauge Sender Units · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 2 more. Effective Mar 12, 1965 - [AD 64-06-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-06-06): Control Wheels · Piper PA-28-150, PA-28-160, PA-28-180 and 3 more. Effective Apr 6, 1964 - [AD 62-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-19-03): Propeller Attach Bolts · Piper PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and PA-28-180. Effective Aug 28, 1962 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2018-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-02-05) (historical): Placard and Markings · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 12 more. Effective Feb 7, 2018 - [AD 96-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-10-01) (historical): Landing Light Support and Seal Assembly · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160 and 1 more. Effective Jun 10, 1996 - [AD 95-26-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-13) (historical): Inspect Oil Cooler Hoses · Piper PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151 and 22 more. Effective Feb 5, 1996 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (20) - [SAIB 2022-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2022-20): Wing Spar. Issued Oct 19, 2022 - [SAIB AIR-21-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-10): Wing, Attach Fittings (JASC 5740). Issued Jun 29, 2021 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-11-12R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-12R1): Wings - PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 Rear Spar Corrosion at Fuselage Attach Fitting. Issued Dec 2, 2015 - [SAIB CE-14-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-23): Powerplant; Air Intake. Issued Aug 6, 2014 - [SAIB CE-14-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-22): Fuel Selector/Shut-Off Valve. Issued Jul 10, 2014 - [SAIB CE-13-26](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-26): Engine Air Intake System; Air Box Vanes. Issued Mar 27, 2013 - [SAIB CE-11-42](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-42): Flight Controls: Control Cable/Pulley Inspections. Issued Jun 29, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-14): Stabilizers- Vertical Stabilizer on Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34 Forward Attach Point Corrosion. Issued Jan 5, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-13): Wings - Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34 Forward Spar Corrosion. Issued Jan 5, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-12) (historical): PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 Rear Spar Corrosion at Fuselage Attach Fitting. Issued Jan 5, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-11](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-11): Wings - Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 Aileron Hinge Fitting Corrosion. Issued Jan 5, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-10): Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 Corrosion on Flap Hinges, Brackets, and Ribs. Issued Jan 5, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-01): Stabilizers -Horizontal Stabilator Turnbuckle. Issued Oct 4, 2010 - [SAIB CE-10-17](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-17): Landing Gear - Piper PA-28 and PA-32 Main Landing Gear Torque Link Inspection Interval. Issued Feb 23, 2010 - [SAIB CE-09-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-23): Fuel: Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34. Issued Apr 7, 2009 - [SAIB CE-09-17](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-17): Fuel: Piper PA-28 Series Aircraft Fuel Vent and Supply Hose Condition. Issued Mar 10, 2009 - [SAIB CE-05-29R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-29R1): . Issued Feb 3, 2005 - [SAIB CE-04-63](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-63): . Issued Apr 16, 2004 - [SAIB CE-02-43](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-02-43): . Issued Sep 10, 2002 ## Registered aircraft (3,504, first 50) - [N1000P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1000P): [James Bond Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JAMES%20BOND%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Belgrade, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Belgrade), built 1963, S/N 28-1000 - [N1009X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1009X): [Enders Richard A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ENDERS%20RICHARD%20A), [San Bernardino, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Bernardino), built 1975, S/N 28-7505194 - [N100HR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100HR): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1968, S/N 28-4509 - [N100JE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100JE): [Research Consultant Solutions LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RESEARCH%20CONSULTANT%20SOLUTIONS%20LLC), [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami), built 1969, S/N 28-5489 - [N1034X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1034X): [Blasa Randy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLASA%20RANDY), [Bowling Green, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Bowling%20Green), S/N 28-7505198 - [N103TT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N103TT): [Aero Dynamics Flying Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERO%20DYNAMICS%20FLYING%20CLUB%20INC), [Mulino, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Mulino), built 1974, S/N 28-7505092 - [N1041X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1041X): [Gyllensten Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GYLLENSTEN%20SCOTT), [Guilford, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Guilford), built 1975, S/N 28-7505199 - [N1057X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1057X): [Weisenberger Thomas](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEISENBERGER%20THOMAS), [Norwalk, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Norwalk), built 1975, S/N 28-7505202 - [N1060T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1060T): [Windy Hill Farm LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINDY%20HILL%20FARM%20LLC), [Cochranville, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Cochranville), built 1972, S/N 28-7205104 - [N1067X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1067X): [Archey Richard L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ARCHEY%20RICHARD%20L), [Georgetown, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Georgetown), built 1975, S/N 28-7505204 - [N1072X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1072X): [Demaagd Ross E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEMAAGD%20ROSS%20E), [Middleville, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Middleville), built 1975, S/N 28-7505206 - [N1082X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1082X): [Whitmer Ronald N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITMER%20RONALD%20N), [Ellsworth, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Ellsworth), built 1975, S/N 28-7505207 - [N109RB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N109RB): [Clark William R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLARK%20WILLIAM%20R), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1965, S/N 282612 - [N1102X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1102X): [Marak Enterprises LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARAK%20ENTERPRISES%20LLC), [Galena, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Galena), built 1975, S/N 28-7505210 - [N1109X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1109X): [Bruno Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRUNO%20MICHAEL%20J), [Pittsburg, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Pittsburg), built 1975, S/N 28-7505211 - [N110TN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N110TN): [Maloney Casey](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MALONEY%20CASEY), [Placerville, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Placerville), built 1972, S/N 28-7305054 - [N1118Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1118Z): [Moorhouse Mark A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOORHOUSE%20MARK%20A), [Santa Fe, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Santa%20Fe), built 1963, S/N 28-1118 - [N111NP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111NP): [Blackfoot Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLACKFOOT%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Bozeman, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Bozeman), S/N 28-3046 - [N1144X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1144X): [Fly Texas Sky LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLY%20TEXAS%20SKY%20LLC), [Arlington, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Arlington), built 1975, S/N 28-7505215 - [N114CF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N114CF): [Aw Chartering LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AW%20CHARTERING%20LLC), [Franklin, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Franklin), built 1974, S/N 28-7505080 - [N1159X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1159X): [Barrett Tyler J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARRETT%20TYLER%20J), [Cullman, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Cullman), S/N 28-7505217 - [N1168X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1168X): [Jz Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JZ%20AIR%20LLC), [Brooklyn, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Brooklyn), built 1975, S/N 28-7505219 - [N1178X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1178X): [N1178x LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N1178X%20LLC), [Dover, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Dover), built 1975, S/N 28-7505220 - [N1184X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1184X): [Lairson Samuel E III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAIRSON%20SAMUEL%20E%20III), [Ocean City, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Ocean%20City), built 1975, S/N 28-7505221 - [N1185X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1185X): [Williamson Flying Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMSON%20FLYING%20CLUB%20INC), [Williamson, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Williamson), built 1975, S/N 28-7505222 - [N1188T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1188T): [Abrams Jeffrey Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ABRAMS%20JEFFREY%20SCOTT), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), built 1964, S/N 28-1883 - [N1198X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1198X): [Discover Aviation Center LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DISCOVER%20AVIATION%20CENTER%20LLC), [Elyria, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Elyria), built 1975, S/N 28-7505223 - [N11GN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11GN): [Haley James M Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALEY%20JAMES%20M%20TRUSTEE), [Edmond, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Edmond), built 1973, S/N 28-7305330 - [N11HA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11HA): [Vintage Aero Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VINTAGE%20AERO%20INC), [Brandon, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Brandon), built 1973, S/N 28-7305338 - [N11K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11K): [Albers Edward C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALBERS%20EDWARD%20C), [Burlington Flats, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Burlington%20Flats), built 1968, S/N 28-4725 - [N11NT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11NT): [Sabb Anthony](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SABB%20ANTHONY), [Wetumpka, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Wetumpka), built 1972, S/N 28-7205193 - [N1206T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1206T): [Cps 1 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CPS%201%20LLC), [Pelham, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Pelham), built 1972, S/N 28-7205266 - [N1214T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1214T): [Post 8 Flight Opps Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POST%208%20FLIGHT%20OPPS%20INC), [Topeka, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Topeka), built 1972, S/N 28-7205268 - [N1226T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1226T): [Linde Glenn F Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LINDE%20GLENN%20F%20JR), [Juneau, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Juneau), built 1972, S/N 28-7205269 - [N122HS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N122HS): [Marbury Sherri E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARBURY%20SHERRI%20E), [Jackson, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Jackson), built 1965, S/N 28-2377 - [N1235S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1235S): [Barney Erick L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARNEY%20ERICK%20L), [Jacksonville, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Jacksonville), built 1967, S/N 28-4306 - [N123GE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123GE): [Flying Four Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20FOUR%20INC), [Saint Petersburg, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Saint%20Petersburg), built 1971, S/N 28-7205062 - [N123SW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123SW): [Belschner Custom Meats](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELSCHNER%20CUSTOM%20MEATS), [Amherst, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Amherst), built 1972, S/N 28-7305105 - [N1242T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1242T): [Doblmaier Thomas J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DOBLMAIER%20THOMAS%20J), [North Wales, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/North%20Wales), built 1972, S/N 28-7205272 - [N124JC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N124JC): [Destination Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DESTINATION%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Destin, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Destin), built 1965, S/N 28-2340 - [N1261T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1261T): [Obrien Timothy D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OBRIEN%20TIMOTHY%20D), [Alplaus, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Alplaus), built 1972, S/N 28-7205273 - [N1270T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1270T): [Tubman Wilbur C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TUBMAN%20WILBUR%20C), [Grand Rapids, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Grand%20Rapids), built 1972, S/N 28-7205274 - [N127MD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N127MD): [Cosbie Lee R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COSBIE%20LEE%20R), [Tuscumbia, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Tuscumbia), built 1963, S/N 28-1503 - [N1284N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1284N): [Abnc Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ABNC%20AIR%20LLC), [Wellington, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Wellington), S/N 28-7405076 - [N1286T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1286T): [Heffelfinger Paul D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEFFELFINGER%20PAUL%20D), [Seven Valleys, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Seven%20Valleys), built 1972, S/N 28-7205277 - [N1295T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1295T): [Lutz Brian](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUTZ%20BRIAN), [Carmel, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Carmel), built 1972, S/N 28-7205278 - [N1318T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1318T): [Aire-Drifter LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRE-DRIFTER%20LLC), [Staten Island, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Staten%20Island), S/N 28-7205280 - [N1326T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1326T): [Nelson Raul](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NELSON%20RAUL), [Annapolis, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Annapolis), built 1972, S/N 28-7205286 - [N1332T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1332T): [Schwartz Matthew M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHWARTZ%20MATTHEW%20M), [Royal Oak, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Royal%20Oak), built 1972, S/N 28-7205283 - [N1346T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1346T): [Northam Thaddeus R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTHAM%20THADDEUS%20R), [Mckinney, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Mckinney), S/N 28-7205284 All 3,504: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (2,066, newest 50) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB ERA26LA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA328), Sep 4, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N7635W), Dallas, GA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR26FA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26FA281), Jul 29, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N9062J), Chandler, AZ, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN26LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA265), Jul 20, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N454MD), Bulverde, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA273](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA273), Jul 15, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N9758J), Linneus, ME, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight and in-flight monitoring of the fuel quantity, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB ERA26LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA220), May 28, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N55739), Chesapeake, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper decision to continue with an unstabilized approach, which resulted in a hard landing, loss of directional control, and collision with a runway marker light and sign. - [NTSB ERA26FA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26FA208), May 14, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N7188W), Akron, OH, destroyed, 2 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN26LA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA164), Apr 14, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N317HM), Corpus Christi, TX, destroyed, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA155), Mar 29, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N2333R), Greenville, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird during cruise flight. - [NTSB ERA26LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA123), Feb 23, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N9624J), Monroe, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting crosswind conditions. - [NTSB ERA26LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA091), Jan 11, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N6516J), Port St. Lucie, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25LA275](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA275), Sep 11, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7756N), Hollister, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s delayed go-around from an unstabilized approach that resulted in an impact with terrain. - [NTSB ANC25FA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC25FA098), Sep 1, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N8307W), Wolf, WY, substantial damage, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ANC25LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC25LA094), Aug 24, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7771N), Chicken, AK, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA236), Aug 3, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N8359W), Silver Springs, NV, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25FA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25FA214), Jul 18, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7186W), West Yellowstone, MT, substantial damage, 3 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25FA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25FA208), Jul 14, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N8375W), Needles, CA, substantial damage, 2 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN25LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA171), May 5, 2025: Piper PA28 (N7951W), South Saint Paul, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s inadvertent brake application during the touchdown, that resulted in abnormal runway contact and a loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the flight… - [NTSB CEN24LA345](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA345), Sep 7, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N704VP), Grand Island, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning/preparation that resulted in fuel exhaustion during cruise flight, a total loss of engine power, and an impact with terrain during a forced landing. - [NTSB CEN24LA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA323), Aug 21, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N3591R), Cut and Shoot, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a go-around that resulted in an impact with a fence. - [NTSB CEN24FA295](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24FA295), Jul 31, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N903US), Irene, SD, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s poor decision to continue the flight into deteriorating weather conditions and his failure to maintain a safe altitude, which resulted in controlled flight into trees and terrain. - [NTSB CEN24LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA235), Jun 21, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N32426), Crete, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The airplane’s collision with a deer on the runway during a touch-and-go landing. - [NTSB WPR24LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA178), May 31, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N7838W), Nephi, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s incorrect movement of the fuel selector valve to an off or restricted position, which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power. - [NTSB CEN24LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA191), May 18, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N11NT), Dell City, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to switch fuel tanks while en route which resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. - [NTSB CEN24LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA189), May 15, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N6571J), Hot Springs, AR, destroyed. Probable cause: The student pilot’s selection of an improper fuel tank selector position, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the instructor’s… - [NTSB ERA24LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA116), Feb 20, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N33667), Farmingdale, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s lack of fuel management during the flight and the flight instructor’s inadequate monitoring of his student’s fuel management, resulting in fuel starvation and a forced landing to… - [NTSB CEN24LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA108), Jan 31, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N2184T), Conway, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's improper movement of the fuel selector to the OFF position, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. - [NTSB WPR24LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA051), Dec 5, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N9166J), Mesa, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the engine cowling right side latch pin and fasteners, which resulted in the partial separation of the engine cowling during flight. - [NTSB WPR24FA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24FA040), Nov 26, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N7763W), Mertzon, TX, destroyed, 3 fatal. Probable cause: The non-instrument-rated pilot’s continued visual flight into night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control. Contributing to the… - [NTSB ERA24FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24FA036), Nov 14, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N7806W), Micanopy, FL, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The non-instrument-rated pilot’s improper inflight decision making and his flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of airplane… - [NTSB ERA24LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA020), Oct 20, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N9101J), Jackson, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB CEN24LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA016), Oct 13, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N6605J), Denton, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a tailwind. - [NTSB ERA24LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA002), Oct 2, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N7461W), Gallipolis, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: A collapse of the nose landing gear during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an approach lighting system. - [NTSB WPR23LA329](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA329), Aug 30, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N33094), Kanab, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's decision to take off in high density altitude conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent impact with terrain. - [NTSB ERA23LA341](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA341), Aug 19, 2023: Piper PA28 (N7463W), Preston, CT, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the No. 2 connecting rod, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. - [NTSB WPR23LA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA308), Aug 8, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N8823J), Ritchfield, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper preflight planning that resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB ERA23LA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA347), Jul 27, 2023: Piper PA28 (N15417), Knoxville, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight fire that resulted from an inadequate 100-hr inspection, which failed to detect and correct improper electrical cable routing in the engine compartment. - [NTSB ERA23LA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA311), Jul 22, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N7528W), Winter Haven, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a taxiway sign. - [NTSB CEN23LA368](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA368), Jul 18, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N7921W), Eagle River, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach, which resulted in an extended touchdown, loss of control, and runway excursion. - [NTSB ERA23LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA244), May 23, 2023: Piper PA28 (N8992J), Reidsville, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing in a crosswind. - [NTSB ERA23LA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA264), May 21, 2023: Piper PA28 (N9139J), Lancaster, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue failure of an exhaust valve, resulting in a partial loss of engine power. - [NTSB ERA23LA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA232), May 12, 2023: Piper PA28 (N1347T), Selma, AL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper preflight inspection, during which the left wing fuel sump drain was moved to and left in the open and locked position, allowing for fuel to drain during the flight and resulting… - [NTSB ERA23LA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA218), May 5, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N180LR), Greenville, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: Inadequate maintenance by the operator and maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to oil starvation. - [NTSB WPR23LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA156), Apr 16, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N8376W), Riverside, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during an extended ground delay before takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during initial climb due to carburetor ice. - [NTSB WPR23LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA148), Apr 9, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N9366J), Mesa, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB ERA23LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA199), Apr 8, 2023: Piper PA28 (N2448R), Somerset, KY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an airport navigation antenna. - [NTSB WPR23LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA121), Mar 3, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N9375J), San Andreas, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN23LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA099), Feb 5, 2023: Piper PA-28-160 (N9770J), Eau Claire, WI, destroyed. Probable cause: The engine fire that began for undetermined reasons following numerous engine start attempts. - [NTSB ERA23LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA118), Jan 23, 2023: Piper PA28 (N747PK), Raleigh/Durham, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's flooding the engine with fuel during a cold engine start, which resulted in an engine fire. - [NTSB WPR23LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA091), Jan 15, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N9687J), San Diego, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to maintain altitude while maneuvering to another runway after the engine cowling opened shortly after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the failure of both… - [NTSB ERA23FA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23FA109), Jan 13, 2023: Piper PA-28-180 (N4254T), Dawsonville, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to initiate a visual flight rules flight into night instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in a loss of control in-flight due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to… All 2,066: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (2,069, newest 50) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 20260905012209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260905012209I), Sep 5, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N7516W), Temple, TX, Minor damage. The pilot departed from hillsboro municipal airport (kinj) with the intended destination of georgetown municipal airport (kgtu). Near Temple, Texas, the pilot… - [Incident 20260816010059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260816010059I), Aug 16, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N2187T), Sioux Falls, SD, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted] Was in the tower pattern for rwy 3. The aircraft was cleared for the option rwy 3. Upon touching down the aircraft lost control and… - [Accident 20260728008579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260728008579A), Jul 28, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N9062J), Chandler, AZ, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On July 28, 2026, at approximately 19:49 local time, a single-engine Piper PA-28-180 cherokee registration [privacy data omitted] crashed shortly after… - [Accident 20260720013009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260720013009A), Jul 20, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N454MD), Bulverde, TX, Substantial damage. On 20 jul 2026, at approximately 14:00 CDT, a flight instructor and her student took off from runway 17 at Bulverde airport (1T8) in Bulverde, TX in a Piper… - [Accident 20260715008599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260715008599A), Jul 15, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N9758J), Patten, ME, Substantial damage. While en route from 6B0 to pqi, the pilot of Piper PA28-180, [privacy data omitted], reported experiencing fuel exhaustion and attempted to divert to mlt. At… - [Incident 20260530006079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260530006079I), May 30, 2026: Piper PA28-180 (N4818L), Millington, TN, Minor damage. The owner/pilot arrived at the airport around 1400 and performed a preflight inspection of the aircraft using the aircraft checklist. The pilot started the… - [Incident 20260528004949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260528004949I), May 28, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N416HP), Brookshire, TX, Minor damage. At approximately 14:40 local time on may 28, 2026, a [privacy data omitted] was involved in a landing incident at Houston Executive Airport (tme). The aircraft… - [Accident 20260514007839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260514007839A), May 14, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N7188W), Akron, OH, Destroyed, 2 fatal. While conducting an instructional flight plane entered left base turn to akr rwy 7 with tail wind and appeared to stall crashing in residential area street… - [Accident 20260413004089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260413004089A), Apr 13, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N317HM), Corpus Christi, TX, Destroyed. On April 13, 2026, at approximately 1919 CDT, a Piper cherokee PA-28-180 airplane was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Corpus Christi, Texas.… - [Incident 20260329002639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260329002639I), Mar 29, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N2333R), Taylors, SC, Minor damage. After leveling off from climb out the pilot heard a loud bang. After verifying the engine was performing the pilot then noticed damage to the aircraft's right… - [Incident 20260313003299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260313003299I), Mar 13, 2026: Piper PA28-180 (N6500J), Peachtree City, GA, No damage. On March 13, 2026, at approximately 10:30 local time a instructor and student departed runway 13 Peachtree City, Falcon field for pilot training. At… - [Incident 20260119004309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260119004309I), Jan 19, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N7430W), Punta Gorda, FL, Minor damage. Pilot was practicing pattern work at kpgd, doing touch and go’s. student is pre-solo around 25HRS logged. Completed 3 touch and go’s prior to incident. The… - [Accident 20260111000689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260111000689A), Jan 11, 2026: Piper PA-28-180 (N6516J), Okechobbee, FL, Destroyed. On 01/11/2026, at approximately 19:25 EST, a Piper PA-28-180, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Okeechobee, FL. The airplane was operated… - [Incident 20251115017559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251115017559I), Nov 15, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N6616J), Greenwood, IN, Minor damage. On November 15, 2025 at approximately 2116 eastern time a Piper P28A in cruise flight over indy south Greenwood airport (hfy) in Greenwood Indiana, experienced… - [Incident 20251013017799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251013017799I), Oct 13, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N44764), Delta, UT, Minor damage. The aircraft was approaching runway 17 at Delta Utah (kdta) when it struck birds. The aircraft received minor damage to the left wing. - [Incident 20250920013199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250920013199I), Sep 20, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7201W), Stoneville, NC, Minor damage. A single engine aircraft struck a deer at sif during the landing rolloue damaging the leading edge of the right wing, near the wing root. The two occupants of… - [Accident 20250901011559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250901011559A), Sep 1, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N8307W), Sheridan, WY, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Passenger reported engine had quit. Pilot was trying to get it restarted. Lost altitude and crashed in the timber. One fatal, two serious, one minor injuries. - [Accident 20250824014519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250824014519A), Aug 24, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7771N), Chicken, AK, Substantial damage. On August 24th at approximately 7:30AM [privacy data omitted] arrived at Chicken, Alaska airport. Upon arrival, pilot joined the downwind for rwy 31 and… - [Incident 20250823012309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250823012309I), Aug 23, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N828MC), Lamesa, TX, Minor damage. On August 23, 2025, at 1300 CDT, a Piper cherokee 180 aircraft, registered to a flight school in lubbock, veered to the left and departed from RW7 to the left… - [Incident 20250728010009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250728010009I), Jul 28, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N5142L), Childress, TX, Minor damage. On JULY28, 2025, at 1045 CDT, a Piper cherokee 180 aircraft registered to a flight school in slaton, had a prop strike on the surface of the closed runway,… - [Incident 20250720009799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250720009799I), Jul 20, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N3393R), Reno, NV, Minor damage. Airman reported loud clang noise and smoke on climb out as he was making a left-hand turn. He noticed the aircraft propeller was broken off on one side as he… - [Accident 20250717008489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250717008489A), Jul 17, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7186W), West Yellowston, MT, Destroyed, 3 fatal. On July 17, 2025 at 11:54PM local time, a Piper PA-28-180 cherokee departed west Yellowstone Airport (wys), in west Yellowstone, Montana. On July 18, 2025 at… - [Incident 20250715007539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250715007539I), Jul 15, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N9587J), Benton, AR, No damage. Investigating ASI contacted [privacy data omitted] of the aircraft involved in the wildlife strike report occurrence. The pilot reported to ATC that he hit a… - [Incident 20250524007109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250524007109I), May 24, 2025: Piper ARCHER (N8150W), Smithfield, NC, Minor damage. Aircraft had very hard landing, burst both MLG and severe propeller strike. - [Accident 20250505005659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250505005659A), May 5, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7951W), South Saint Pau, MN, Substantial damage. The PIC met the student pilot at the airport to let the student fly the pic’s Piper cherokee. The student had 6.5 hours total flying time, all in a Cessna 172.… - [Incident 20250412006619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250412006619I), Apr 12, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7620W), Zephyrhills, FL, Minor damage. Pilot practicing IFR maneuvers, simulating instrument conditions using view-limiting eyewear. Around 11:10AM we performed an instrument (RNAV) approach to… - [Incident 20250207003969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250207003969I), Feb 7, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N4739L), Omaha, NE, Minor damage. On February 7, 2025, at the Millard Municipal Airport (mle) in Omaha, Nebraska, a flight instructor was administering flight instruction to a student pilot in… - [Incident 20250202003619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250202003619I), Feb 2, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N15246), Raleigh, NC, Minor damage. During the first instructional flight of the day a cold start was performed. The first two attempts were conducted by the student pilot, in which the aircraft… - [Incident 20250125001199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250125001199I), Jan 25, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7344W), Waterville, ME, Minor damage. The pilot approached Robert Lafleur airport (kwvl) from the south, as the sole occupant of the aircraft. The pilot stated that the automated surface observing… - [Incident 20250124003269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250124003269I), Jan 24, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N7516W), Carlsbad, NM, Minor damage. On January 24, 2025, at 1000 CST, a Piper cherokee 180 aircraft registered to a fixed base operator at cavarn city air terminal departed the runway 14L after… - [Incident 20250102000189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250102000189I), Jan 2, 2025: Piper PA-28-180 (N9081J), Pocahontas, AR, Minor damage. On January 2, 2025, at approximately 15:22 local time, after landing runway 18 at Pocahontas, AR municipal airport (M70), aircraft was taxing to the ramp via… - [Incident 20241230021599I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241230021599I), Dec 30, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N9133J), Jackson, TN, Minor damage. On 12/30/2024 at 2137 UTC [privacy data omitted] was departing Jackson regional (kmkl) and had a loss of engine power and landed off runway. [privacy data… - [Incident 20241203020259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241203020259I), Dec 3, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N7430W), Punta Gorda, FL, Minor damage. The pilot in command was a student pilot on his second solo flight, attempting to land a PA28, Piper warrior, on runway 4. After landing, the aircraft veered… - [Incident 20241018015529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241018015529I), Oct 18, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N15804), Hot Springs, AR, Minor damage. On 20241018, at approximately 1007 CDT, a Piper PA-28-180 experienced a gear collapse during the landing roll on rwy 05 at Hot Springs Memorial Field, Hot… - [Accident 20240907015089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240907015089A), Sep 7, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N704VP), Grand Island, NE, Substantial damage. On preflight, the pilot noted that both left and right wing fuel tanks were approximately one quarter full of fuel by visually looking in the fill ports. The… - [Accident 20240821013579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240821013579A), Aug 21, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N3591R), Cut And Shoot, TX, Substantial damage. [privacy data omitted] Was arriving rwy 17 on a training/solo flight for ratings. Aircraft touched down left of centerline and continued off the runway till… - [Accident 20240731009239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240731009239A), Jul 31, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N903US), Yankton, SD, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On July 31, 2024 at 0748 a Piper PA-28-180 owned by [privacy data omitted] was involved in a fatal accident during cruise flights during a personal flight. IMC… - [Accident 20240620008049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240620008049A), Jun 20, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N32426), Crete, NE, Substantial damage. The aircraft was performing take offs and landings for night currency. During one of the touch and go sequences a deer ran onto the runway and was struck by… - [Incident 20240616009709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240616009709I), Jun 16, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N196MT), Sheboygan, WI, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted] Was flying air tour flights in connection with a community activity at the Sheboygan county memorial airport (ksbm). The aircraft was… - [Accident 20240531006169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240531006169A), May 31, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N7838W), Nephi, UT, Substantial damage. The commercial pilot during the cruise phase of flight experienced loss of power. The aircraft was at a low altitude and did not give adequate time to review… - [Incident 20240530020829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240530020829I), May 30, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N4855L), Marysville, KS, Minor damage. On feburary 4, 2025 the wichita FSDO was notified of an incident that occurred on may 30, 2024, near Marysville, KS. N4855L a Piper P28A-180, during a pipeline… - [Incident 20240523006049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240523006049I), May 23, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N4882L), Colorado Spring, CO, No damage. A flight instructor and their student were in cruise flight at 8500 feet MSL when the engine lost 70% of its total power. The pilot ran the emergency checklist… - [Accident 20240518012559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240518012559A), May 18, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N11NT), Dell City, TX, Substantial damage. On may 18, 2024, at approximately 1046 MDT, a Piper PA28 single-engine land aircraft (asel) was involved in an accident near Dell City, TX. The pilot was… - [Incident 20240518004619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240518004619I), May 18, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N8256W), Spokane, WA, No damage. Tank fuel levels were determined prior to flight, right tank was full and left tank 10-12 gallons. Selector was left in left tank position. After take off and… - [Incident 20240516005519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240516005519I), May 16, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N15871), Walnut Ridge, AR, No damage. The little rock flight standards district office (FSDO) received a phone call with the NTSB and roc that an aircraft had made an emergency landing in a field… - [Accident 20240515014239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240515014239A), May 15, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N6571J), Hot Springs, AR, Substantial damage. On 5/15/2024 at approximately 14:00 CST aircraft a Piper PA-28-180 departed on runway 23 (khot) for an instruction flight. The aircraft flew for approximately… - [Incident 20240501005279I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240501005279I), May 1, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N7860W), Marana, AZ, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted], A PA28 encountered engine problems and landed in a culvert/canal/field on an approximate one mile final to rwy 21 @ the Marana (avq)… - [Incident 20240419004539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240419004539I), Apr 19, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N9617J), Gulf Shores, AL, Minor damage. Aircraft was inbound to kjka runway 17. When 3 miles west of the field pilot reported his engine had stopped and he wouldnt be able to make the runway, and he… - [Incident 20240417004709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240417004709I), Apr 17, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N8230W), Santa Teresa, NM, Minor damage. On April 17, 2024, at 1145 MDT, a Piper cherokee 180, departed runway 28 during its landing roll at Dona Ana County International Jetport Airport (dna). The… - [Incident 20240316002019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240316002019I), Mar 16, 2024: Piper PA-28-180 (N4708L), Paso Robles, CA, Minor damage. Facts are as follows: Incident occured on rwy 19 Student pilot was doing touch and goes During touch and go aircraft shuttered then Aircraft pulls left sharply… All 2,069: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (194, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2024FA0000435](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000435), Jun 7, 2024: CASE. CRACKED. ON CLIMB TO CRUISING ALTITUDE PIC FELT AN ENGINE VIBRATION AND DECIDED TO TURN BACK TO KARG. ON TURN BACK TO DEPARTURE AIRPORT OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO "0" AND E - [SDR 2024FA0000421](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000421), Jun 3, 2024: SCREW. LOOSE. OWNER COMPLAINED OF A ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE. DIAGNOSIS FOUND THE BEARING CAP ASSEMBLY MOUNTING SCREWS HAS COME LOOSE ON THE RH MAGNETO.ONE SCREW AND RETAINER HAS - [SDR 2024FA0000065](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000065), Jan 11, 2024: PISTON. FAILED. FOLLOWING A FLT TEST, IN PATTERN WITH ACFT & NEW ENG, DEPARTED KLUD FOR THE 2ND BREAK-IN FLT IAW SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS. MADE A FULL-STATIC POWER RUNUP & INITIATE - [SDR 2023FA0000841](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000841), Dec 4, 2023: COWLING. FAILED. UPPER COWLING BROKE AWAY FROM AIRCRAFT DURING FLIGHT. AFTER INSPECTING THE AIRCRAFT, IT SEEMS THE FRONT PIN BROKE OFF THE COWLING POSSIBLY THE ADESSIVE FAILED A - [SDR 2023FA0000235](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000235), Apr 20, 2023: TUBE. UNKNOWN. PILOT NOTED SMALL WISPS OF SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT AND CO PILOT NOTICED OIL ON THE LEADING EDGE OF THE RH WING. PILOT RETUNED TO AIRPORT AND BROUGHT THE AIRPLANE T - [SDR 2023FA0000234](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000234), Apr 20, 2023: LINE. UNKNOWN. THE B NUT ON THE OIL RETURN LINE FROM THE #1 CYLINDER WAS FOUND TO BE LOOSE. OIL WAS LEAKING FORM THIS LOCATION AND SOME WAS NOTED ON THE LEADING EDGE OF THE RH - [SDR 2023FA0000023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000023), Jan 10, 2023: NONE. NONE. UNDERSTANDING OF THE 1ST GENERATION FUEL SELECTOR FOR PIPER AIRCRAFT. SEE SB 840A, SAIB CE-14-22, SB 1309A, PIPER SB 355, SA-075. PILOTS ARE INADVERTENTLY SELEC - [SDR 2022FA0000422](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000422), Jul 18, 2022: CARBURETOR. INACCURATE. FACTORY OVERHAULED ENGINE INSTALLED IN AIRFRAME. PERFORMANCE WAS NORMAL, BUT NOTED THAT CARBURETOR WAS DIFFICULT TO SET AND MAINTAIN LEAN CUTOFF RISE IN RPM DUR - [SDR 2021FA0000144](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000144), Jan 13, 2021: GYRO. FAULTED. AIRCRAFT WAS OPERATING UNDER 14 CFR 141 RULES IN IMC CONDITIONS WHEN THE AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED AN INSTRUMENTATION FAILURE OF THE HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR. - [SDR 2020FA0000286](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000286), Jun 8, 2020: SPINNER. SEPARATED. IN VFR CRUSE FLIGHT WITH ATC, THE PILOT REPORTED HEARING A LOUD BANG AND A SLIGHT ENGINE VIBRATION. A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WAS MADE, INSPECTION OF THE AIRCRAFT - [SDR 2019FA0000316](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000316), Sep 24, 2019: SELECTOR VALVE. STIFF. FUEL SELECTOR VALVE WAS STIFF AND WOULD JUMP PASS DETENT CAUSING LOSS OF FUEL FLOW FROM RIGHT TANK. - [SDR 2019FA0000308](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000308), Aug 30, 2019: VOLT REGULATOR. INTERMITTENT. CUSTOMER COMPLAINED THAT ALTERNATOR WOULD QUIT CHARGING AFTER APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTE FLIGHT. CONDUCTED TEST FLIGHT OF AIRCRAFT, MONITORED CHARGING VOLTAGE WITH - [SDR 2019FA0000227](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000227), Jul 19, 2019: CABLE GUARD. CHAFED. CABLE PULLEY GUARD CHAFFED IN 3 PIECES BY RUDDER CABLES AT BASE OF CONTROL YOKE. GUARD PLACED IN WRONG HOLE IN CONSOLE. CORRECT HOLE COVERED BY HEAT DUCT MOUNT - [SDR 2019FA0000210](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000210), Jun 21, 2019: TURNBUCKLE. CRACKED. WHILE RETENSIONING THE LOWER STABILATOR TURN BUCKLE AFTER STABILATOR REPLACEMENT THE AFT CABLE END APPEARED BENT. CLOSE INSPECTION SHOWED A CRACK AND PARTIAL PA - [SDR 2017FA0000516](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000516), Oct 17, 2017: WING ROOT. CRACKED. AT INSPECTION, FOUND BOTH R/H WING ROOT SKIN DOUBLER CRACKED. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, FOUND THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. - [SDR 2017FA0000398](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000398), Aug 9, 2017: SKIN. CRACKED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, A 4.5 INCH CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE SKIN AT THE AFT EDGE OF THE BOTTOM CHANNEL STIFFENER, REAR SPAR LOCATION. STOP DRILLED THE CRACK - [SDR 2015FA0000216](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000216), May 14, 2015: PIN. SHEARED. FLAP HANDLE WILL NOT CLICK INTO DE-TENT ON LANDING. INSPECTION SHOWED DETENT PIN SHEARED IN HALF THROUGH RETENTION ROLL PIN HOLE. CAUSING FLAP TO RETRACT ON LAN - [SDR 2015FA0000163](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2015FA0000163), Apr 28, 2015: STRUCTURE. CORRODED. EXTENSIVE CORROSION IN FUSELAGE AND WINGS, ESPECIALLY THE LEFT WING. THE PLANE WAS SO BADLY CORRODED IT LOOKED AS IF THE PLANE HAD BEEN IMMERSED IN SALT WATER A - [SDR CA141224003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA141224003), Dec 23, 2014: G SWITCH. FAILED. (CAN) WHILE TESTING THE ELT ON ITS ANNUAL CERTIFICATION AS PER CAR 571 APPENDIX G FOUND G SWITCH IN UNIT WOULD NOT ACTIVATE & OUTPUT POWER LOW. UNIT REMOVED FRO - [SDR KC2R1010201449428](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/KC2R1010201449428), Oct 15, 2014: IMPULSE COUPLING. CRACKED. DURING ROUTINE 500 HOUR INSPECTION, DISCOVERED IMPULSE COUPLING CRACKED AT FULL ADVANCE STOP ON FLYWEIGHT BASE PLATE. CRACKS DETECTED USING MAGNETIC PARTICLE ND - [SDR 2014FA0000559](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000559), Sep 25, 2014: CONTROL CABLE. FRAYED. TRIM CABLE FRAY AND BROKEN, STRANS AT TRIM BARREL AT STABILIZER. - [SDR 2014FA0000452](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000452), Jul 28, 2014: MUFFLER. BLOCKED. THE FORWARD MUFFLER WAS REMOVED FROM THE NR 1 AND NR 2 CYLINDERS. THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE LT AND RT RISERS REVEALED WHITE AND GRAY DEPOSITS CONSISTENT WITH - [SDR 2014FA0000048](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000048), Jan 29, 2014: SPAR. CORRODED. CORROSION FOUND DURING A ANNUAL INSPECTION, ON INBOARD LOWER RT WING SPAR WS 44.2. - [SDR 2014FA0000028](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000028), Dec 13, 2013: SKIN. CRACKED. CRACK NEAR AFT WING SPAR SPLICE, LOWER WING SKIN, FWD INBD END, LT AND RT. - [SDR 2013FA0000301](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000301), May 30, 2013: SHAFT. MISMANUFACTURED. NEW SHAFT FROM MFG IS .010 UNDER DIAMETER. PART IS USED TO COMPLY AD10-15-10. - [SDR 2014FA0000123](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2014FA0000123), Apr 29, 2013: CYLINDER HEAD. FRACTURED. ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEAD FRACTURED CIRCUMFERENTIALLY ADJACENT TO UPPER EDGE OF STEEL CYLINDER BARREL ON 4/28/13 DESPITE A SATISFACTORY COMPRESSION CHECK (79/80) 4 - [SDR 2013FA0000113](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000113), Feb 10, 2013: DISTRIBUTOR BLK. INOPERATIVE. PILOT COMPLAINED OF ROUGH ENGINE & LOSS OF POWER. GROUND RUN DETERMINED THAT THE RT MAGNETO WAS CAUSING PROBLEM. ENSURED RT WAS CORRECT POSITION ON SWITCH. PULL - [SDR CA120625002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120625002), Jun 7, 2012: LEG ASSY. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING INSPECTION IAW SB 1131, RT MLG LEG WAS FOUND CRACKED AT THE UPPER INBD TORQUE LINK ATTACH LUG. THIS LG STRUT CYLINDER WAS CAST TYPE. - [SDR 2012FA0000338](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000338), May 10, 2012: LINE. LEAKING. OIL LEAK ON BACK SIDE OF FIREWALL, UNDER THE PANEL ON THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE HARD LINE AFTER COMPLETING ENGINE CHANGE DURING FIRST ENGINE RUN-UP, FOUND EXCESSI - [SDR REXA201200065](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA201200065), Apr 27, 2012: LIGHT. UNKNOWN. FLOOR TRACK LIGHTING ASSEMBLIES IN FRONT OF LT FORWARD GALLEY NEEDS REPLACEMENT. REMOVED AND REPLACED FLOOR TRACK LIGHTING IN FRONT OF LT FORWARD GALLEY IAW CRJ - [SDR 2012FA0000224](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000224), Apr 20, 2012: TRANSMITTER. ERRATIC. DURING ALL OPERATIONS, NOTICED VERY ERRATIC FUEL QUANTITY INDICATIONS FROM BOTH TANKS. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE BOTH FUEL QUANTITY - [SDR 2012FA0000135](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000135), Feb 25, 2012: CYLINDER. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL COMPRESSION TEST, CYLINDER WAS FOUND TO HAVE NO COMPRESSION. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION AIR WAS FOUND LEAKING FROM THE BACK OF CYLINDER ASSY AT TH - [SDR 2012FA0000115](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000115), Feb 16, 2012: SELECTOR VALVE. WORN. THE FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE, WHEN THE VALVE WAS ROTATED, IT WAS STIFF TO MOVE AND COULD NOT FEEL THE DETENT AT EACH POSITION. A TEARDOWN OF THE VALVE SHOWED TH - [SDR 2011FA0000524](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000524), Aug 16, 2011: SKIN. BUCKLED. RT WING HAS BUCKLING ON BOTTOM INBD PANELS. INSP OF INSIDE OF WING ROOT REVEALED MISSING AND INCOMPLETE BUCKED RIVETS. - [SDR 2011FA0000190](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000190), Mar 11, 2011: CYLINDER. BROKEN. RT MLG LOWER STRUT FELL OFF WHEN ACFT LIFTED OFF THE RUNWAY AT 2H2. STUDENT PILOT FLEW AND LANDED RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE UPPER LANDING GEAR STRUT HSG. WHEN - [SDR CA100813008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100813008), Aug 13, 2010: HUB. CORRODED. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH CARS, PART 6, STANDARD 625, APPENDIX C. 6. FIRST THING NOTICED WAS WHITE CORROSION POWDER IN THE 6 BOLT HOLE COUNTE - [SDR 2010FA0000529](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000529), Jun 8, 2010: TORQUE LINK. BROKEN. LT MLG TORQUE LINK BROKE ABOUT 1" BELOW UPPER MOUNT AFTER LANDING. TORQUE LINK WAS SENT TO NTSB FOR TESTING WITH THE FOLLOWING REPORT. THE FATIGUE ORIGIN AREAS - [SDR C2XA10IA142](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/C2XA10IA142), May 9, 2010: RELAY. INOPERATIVE. IAH, FLIGHT 2170, THE CREW REPORTED EICAS MESSAGES ON ROTATION FOR ELECTRIC ABNORMAL, AND EMERGENCY LIGHTS NOT ARMED, AND ELECTRICAL SURGING ON THE FLIGHT DECK - [SDR CA081106005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA081106005), Oct 31, 2008: BAFFLE. FAILED. (CAN) POWER LOSS ON TAKEOFF DUE TO BAFFLE FAILURE INSIDE MUFFLER WHICH RESTRICTED EXHAUST OF ENGINE CAUSING PARTIAL POWER LOSS. - [SDR 2008FA0000725](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000725), Oct 29, 2008: RIB. CORRODED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION FOUND ALL FLAPS, LEADING EDGE RIBS WERE SEVERELY CORRODED. DETECTION METHOD WAS TO TAKE THE FOREFINGER AND THUMB AND SQUEEZE LEADING ED - [SDR CA080919001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA080919001), Sep 17, 2008: MOUNT BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) THE EXISTING ELT MOUNTING BRACKET WAS INSPECTED PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT OF THE VHF ELT WITH A 406 MHZ ELT. UPON REMOVING THE NARCO ELT10 MOUNTING TRAY, IT WA - [SDR 2007FA0000820](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000820), Sep 24, 2007: BEARING. DESTROYED. BEARING LW14227 CAGE DESTROYED AND APPROXIMATELY 50 PERCENT MISSING. THIS IS THE ENGINE SIDE BEARING OF THE LW15416 MAGNETO DRIVE ADAPTER (MAGNETO ISOLATION DRI - [SDR 2007FA0000819](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000819), Sep 24, 2007: BEARING. DESTROYED. BEARING LW14227 CAGE DESTROYED AND APPROXIMATELY 50 PERCENT MISSING. THIS IS THE ENGINE SIDE BEARING OF THE LW15416 MAGNETO DRIVE ADAPTER (MAGNETO ISOLATION DRI - [SDR 2007FA0000526](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000526), Jun 15, 2007: TERMINAL. LOOSE. 217 HOURS AFTER OVERHAUL, THE OUTPUT TERMINAL BECAME LOOSE IN THE BUSS STRAP INSIDE THE ALTERNATOR, CAUSING COMPLETE FAILURE. LIKELY THIS FIT (NORMALLY A PRESS - [SDR 2007FA0000075](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000075), Jan 23, 2007: BULKHEAD. CORRODED. THE BULKHEAD, BRACKETS, AND DOUBLERS AT STA. 228.3 WERE SEVERELY CORRODED. THIS BULKHEAD IS THE FRONT SUPPORT FOR THE VERTICAL STABILIZER/RUDDER ASSEMBLY. THE C - [SDR 2007FA0000074](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000074), Jan 23, 2007: BULKHEAD. CORRODED. THE BULKHEAD, BRACKETS, AND DOUBLERS AT STA. 228.3 WERE SEVERELY CORRODED. THIS BULKHEAD IS THE FRONT SUPPORT FOR THE VERTICAL STABILIZER/RUDDER ASSEMBLY. THE C - [SDR 2006FA0000904](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000904), Sep 14, 2006: PUMP. LEAKING. UPON RETURNING FROM A TRAINING FLIGHT, A FAINT SMELL OF GAS WAS NOTED. SINCE THE ELECTRIC PUMP WAS ON, IT WAS TURNED OFF. NO ENGINE PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS WERE NO - [SDR 2006FA0000905](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000905), Sep 14, 2006: DIAPHRAGM. RUPTURED. UPON RETURNING FROM A TRAINING FLIGHT, A FAINT SMELL OF GAS WAS NOTED. SINCE THE ELECTRIC PUMP WAS ON, IT WAS TURNED OFF. NO ENGINE PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS WERE NO - [SDR CA061011002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA061011002), Aug 30, 2006: CONNECTOR. BROKEN. (CAN) WHEN MANUAL RUDDER TRIM WAS APPLIED IN CLIMB THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION FOUND THAT THE ARM THAT CONNECTS THE TRIM ACTUATOR TO THE RUDDER - [SDR CA060925003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060925003), Aug 30, 2006: CONNECTOR. BROKEN. (CAN) WHEN MANUAL RUDDER TRIM WAS APPLIED THE RUDDER FAILED TO RESPOND. SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION FOUND THAT THE ARM THAT CONNECTS THE TRIM ACTUATOR TO THE RUDDER C All 194: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180/reports.md ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (399, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation - [STC SA02279AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02279AT): Installation of a Boom Beam bulb, starter, and ballast. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02661LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02661LA): Installation to enlarge the existing main landing gear over-wing access hole in the upper wing skin. M2 Aviation Soultions LLC - [STC SA01147WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01147WI): Installation of Concorde FLA or VRSLA series batteries in Piper Light Airplanes. Concorde Battery Corporation - [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc - [STC SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04075CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04075CH): Installation of Dynon EFIS-D10A EAA sales kit part number 102778-000. Dynon Avionics Inc - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA5581SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5581SW): Installation of ALCOR true-flow/ totalizer system. Alcor LLC. Lists PA-28 Series - [STC SA02168AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02168AT): Modification of engine exhaust system for improved engine performance by installation of a Laminar Flow System Extractor Exhaust System. Power Flow Systems Inc - [STC SA316SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA316SO): Carburetor ice detector. LegacySTC.com. Lists PA-28 Series - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA00037WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00037WI): Installation of B & C Specialty Products BC100-1 battery. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA01120SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01120SE): Installation of Door Steward. Mountain View Aviation LLC - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA01941LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01941LA): Installation of stabilizer trim handle and cabin door handle. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02532AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02532AT): Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft. Michelin North America Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02575AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02575AK): Installation of the nose tire scraper P/N TSL-100. Aero Twin Inc - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA04400NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04400NY): Installation of the Integrated Back-up Battery System (IBBS). TCW Technologies LLC - [STC SA04192NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04192NY): KFD 900 Primary Flight Display System Additional Functions. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA224CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA224CE): Installation of Model A3000 main skis and NB-1200 nose skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA00060AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00060AT): Installation of flap gap seals. Whelen Aerospace Technologies. Lists PA-28 Series - [STC SA00063AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00063AT): Installation of aileron gap seals. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA01038AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01038AT): Installation of composite construction wingtips with Hoernr chordwise section with a clear plexiglass nose enclosure for aircraft lighting. (PA-28, -28R, -32, -32R, -34 series MODELS WITH CONSTANT-CHORD WINGS). Whelen Aerospace Technologies. Lists PA-28 Series - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA1072CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1072CE): Installation of wing leading edge cuffs and droop tips, dorsal fin and vertical stabilizer vortex generator. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA2156CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2156CE): Installation of flap and aileron gap seals. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA2194CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2194CE): Installation of Hoerner style wing tips. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA2230CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2230CE): Installation of replacement stabilator tips. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA00954WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00954WI): Installation of Concorde RG Series Batteries in Piper Single Engine Airplanes. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC All 399: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-28-180/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Piper/Anderson PA 28-180](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-anderson-pa-28-180): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 7102821 --- 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.