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Piper PA-31T2

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing multi engine · Airplane · registry code 7103127

Manufacturer (registry)
PIPER
Model
PA-31T2
Registry code
7103127
Registered
24 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing multi engine
Engines
2 · Turbo-prop
Seats
10
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSA8EA
Holder
Piper Aircraft Inc.

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

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Aircraft by year built · 59

1979Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 23

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1982In forceSuperseded2026
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Information bulletins that may apply · 2

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Registered aircraft · 24

N131HPPacific Integrated Handling Inc · Tacoma, WABuilt 1981 · S/N 31T-8166018N15KWRibitsch Robert L · Redondo Beach, CABuilt 1981 · S/N 31T-8166014N200XLCondor Aviation LLC · Bethlehem, PABuilt 1981 · S/N 31T-8166010
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NTSB investigations · 7

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 2 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 5 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB ERA27LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationInvestigation openPiper PA-31T2 · Dayton, OHOct 5, 2026 · N630MWNTSB CEN10FA063Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31T2 · Harrison, MIA loss of aircraft control for undetermined reasons.Dec 4, 2009 · N85EM · DestroyedNTSB MIA01FA152Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31-T2 · Jackson, TNThe pilot's shutting down the left engine following loss of control of the left propeller resulting in an in-flight loss of control of the airplane due to the windmilling propeller. Factors in the accident were the failure of the propeller control bracket…Jun 3, 2001 · N31XL · DestroyedNTSB CHI91FA035Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31T2 · Des Moines, IAThe pilot's improper emergency procedures by not feathering the left engine after it lost power and/or was shut down, and his failure to keep the aircraft at or above the minimum control airspeed (VMC), which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. A factor…Nov 29, 1990 · N1879W · DestroyedNTSB DEN89FA217Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31T2 · Louisville, COFailure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering for spacing in the traffic pattern, which resulted in an inadvertent stall at low altitude.Sep 15, 1989 · N63XL · DestroyedNTSB ATL84FA222Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-300 · Rock Hill, SCThe acft was destroyed in a post flt fire after a forced landing at night in a private yard. The engine had surged and lost power during the descent through 4500 ft prior to landing. The acft had been written up for sluggishness and lack of response to…Jul 18, 1984 · N400WS · DestroyedNTSB ATL82FA055Accident · 8 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31T2 · Springfield, KYThe flt was cleared to maintain 3,000 ft MSL until over the arpt, then cruise. The plt had previously stated that he could see the lights on the ground & that he was 15 mi from the arpt. At 2013 the plt stated "we oughta be able to cancel here." The acft…Feb 17, 1982 · N2517X · Destroyed
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FAA incident reports · 19

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model.

Incident 20100819043669IPiper PA-31T2 · Marysville, OHAirman assigned 10,000 feet MSL per ATC. Airman descended to 9,500 feet MSL without an ATC clearance. Airman's loss of altitude caused a loss of seperation with a 14 CFR part 121 air carrier.Aug 19, 2010 · N150TK · No damageAccident 20091204051919APiper PA-31T2 · Harrison, MI12/08/2009, N.t.s.b. representative [privacy data omitted] visited the grr FSDO office and delivered a computer disc with accident pictures on it. She also told me that she had coordinated with the engine tech rep from pratt and whitney to have the engines…Dec 4, 2009 · N85EM · Destroyed · 1 fatalIncident 20090120002909IPiper PA31T2 · Naples, FLShortly after take off [privacy data omitted] (pilot) returned to the airport due to a smell of smoke in the aircraft. Aircraft landed without incident. Aircraft was sent to Naples jet center for maintenance, after an inspection found the number one…Jan 20, 2009 · N804C · No damage
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Service difficulty reports · 62

SDR 2025FA0000591Reservoir · leakingAIRCRAFT DEPARTED KSHR AT APPROXIMATELY 0812 ENROUTE KBIL. ON APPROACH INTO KBIL, LANDING GEAR WAS SELECTED DOWN BUT FAILED TO FULLY EXTEND. THE PILOT FOLLOWED EMERGENCY LANDING GEAR EXTENSION PROCEDURES AND GOT ALL THREE LANDING GEAR DOWN AND LOCKED. THE AIRCAug 27, 2025 · N632CB · Piper PA31T2 · Hydraulic Reservoir, MainSDR 2018FA0000388Fuel Line · crackedUPON ENGINE SHUT DOWN IT WAS NOTED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE RIGHT ENGINE. ENGINE WAS UN-COWLED, GROUND RUN REVEALED A FUEL LEAK FROM FCU HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE P/N 3011849. LINE WAS REPLACED WITH NO FURTHER FUEL LEAKS NOTED. THE LEAKING FUEL LINE WAS INSPECTED AJan 19, 2018 · N88B · Piper PA31T2 · Fuel Controlling SystemSDR GW1R201402200001Hose · leakingLANDING GEAR WOULD NOT EXTEND AND WAS EXTENDING USING EMERGENCY PUMP. LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. NOTICE FLUID LOSS FROM NOSE AREA. ACFT WAS FERRIED TO MAINTENANCE FACILITY WITH LANDING GEAR EXTENDED. INSPECTION FINDING REVEALED THE NLG ACTUATOR HYD. "UP" HOSFeb 20, 2014 · N83XL · Piper PA31T2 · Hydraulic System, Main
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STCs that may be installed · 181

Approved for this model: the STC’s model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. The registry doesn’t record which STCs an aircraft has.

STC SA02571SEInstallation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display).Garmin International Inc.STC SA01800SEFabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.TCW Technologies, LLCSTC SA01861SEFabrication and installation of Landing Light ControllerTCW Technologies, LLC
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