68-01-03 PIPER: Amdt. 39-602. Applies to Model PA-32 Seaplanes, Serial Numbers 32S-40228, 32S-40229, 32S-40230, 32S-40239, 32S-40251, 32S-40263, 32S-40265, 32S-40268, 32S-40270, 32S-40272, 32S-40276, 32S-40277, 32S-40279, and 32S-40282.
Compliance required within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD unless already accomplished.
NOTE: Serial Numbers 32S-40230 and 32S-40268, which are presently operating in the landplane configuration, shall comply with this airworthiness directive when floats are installed.
To prevent damage to the forward and rear wing to fuselage attachment fittings, modify the float structure in accordance with the instructions contained in Piper Kit No. 760-172V, or in an equivalent manner approved by the Chief, Engineering and Manufacturing Branch, FAA Southern Region.
Effective January 11, 1968.
Revised May 21, 1968.