# SDR AU971332

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: June 20, 1997
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: General aviation
- Make and model: Piper PA-31P
- Registry model: [Piper PA-31P](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-31p) (OpenAirDocs)
- Engine: Lyc TIGO541E1A
- System (JASC): [8530 · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/8530)
- Part: Cylinder
- Part number: LW13561
- Condition: Cracked
- Location: Inlet Valve Seat
- Stage of operation: IN
- Nature of condition: O
- Precautionary procedure: K
- FAA source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System (https://sdrs.faa.gov/)
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU971332

## Discrepancy

(AUS) ENGINE CYLINDER CRACKED FROM INDUCTION TUBE FACE TOWARDS THE INLET VALVE SEAT. CRACK LENGTH 31.75MM (1.25IN)

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