PA-38-112

The PA-38-112 Tomahawk is a two-seat, fixed tricycle gear general aviation aircraft. It was primarily engineered for flight training and personal touring. Distinctive features include its low-wing configuration and T-tail.

PIPER Aircraft developed the Tomahawk to provide an economical two-place trainer. Established as a leading American aircraft manufacturer, the company has a foundational history in general aviation, consistently producing popular aircraft for decades. The Tomahawk was introduced as a 1978 model and saw production from 1978 to 1982. This run resulted in a total of 2,484 units built, cementing the PA-38’s role in flight schools globally. Variants from 1981 and 1982 were often designated as the Tomahawk II.

A range of platforms and access solutions are utilized for maintenance around this aircraft. These solutions include Reach Deck Platforms, Modular Stepover Platforms, Super Trestle Scaffold, and Super Maintenance Platforms. These versatile access tools are indispensable for reaching sections like the Nose Avionics, Windshield & Cockpit, Landing Gear (NLG and MLG), Wing Box, and Engine (Inlet/Exhaust) components, ensuring methodical and safe technical attention. Additional platforms support thorough access to the Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers in the Tail Section.