General; Description; Removal Of Wing Tip; Repair Of Wing Tip - Piper Arrow IV Turbo Maintenance Manual

GENERAL.

This chapter explains the removal and installation procedures for the wings and related components
installed on this aircraft.

DESCRIPTION.

Each wing panel is an all metal, full cantilever, semi-monocoque type structure with removable tips and
access panels. Attached to each wing are the aileron, flap, main landing gear and fuel tank. The wings are
attached to each side of the fuselage by inserting the butt ends of the main spars into a spar box carry through.
The spar box is an integral part of the fuselage structure which provides, in effect, a continuous main spar with
splices at each side of the fuselage. There are also fore and aft attachments at the front and rear spars.
The major subassemblies of the wing may be removed
individually or the wing may be removed as a unit. To remove a
wing, a fuselage and wing supporting cradle is required.
AUXILIARY STRUCTURE.

REMOVAL OF WING TIP.

1. Remove the screws holding the wing tip to the wing, being careful not to damage the wing or wing tip.
2. Pull off the wing tip far enough to disconnect the position and strobe light wire assembly. The ground
lead may be disconnected at the point of connection on the wing rib, and the positive lead may be disconnected
at the wire terminal or unscrewed from the light assembly.
3. Inspect the wing tip to ascertain that it is free of cracks, severe nicks and minor damage. If repair is
required, refer to Chapter 51.
INSTALLATION OF WING TIP.
1. Place the wing tip in a position that the navigation and strobe light leads may be connected. Connect
the ground lead to the wing rib by use of a screw and nut, and the positive lead to the position light by
connecting the wire terminals or screwing the connectors together. Insulate the wire terminals and be certain
that the ground lead is free of dirt and film to insure a good connection.
2. Insert the wing tip into position and install the screws around the tip. Use caution to refrain from
damaging the wing tip or wing. Check operation of the lights.

REPAIR OF WING TIP.

Fiberglass wing tips may be repaired in accordance with fiberglass repair procedures given in the structural
repairs portion of Chapter 51. Badly damaged thermoplastic tips should be replaced.
PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-28RT-201 / 201T
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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December 1, 1978