AD 2014-16-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Air | Tractor, Inc. | Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracking in the wing main spar lower caps at the center splice joint, as demonstrated in service on Models AT-802 and AT-802A agricultural application airplanes, poses a risk of similar cracking in the same type design airplanes used for other purposes such as firefighting and patrolling.
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Required Actions
Repetitively inspect the two outboard fastener holes in both wing main spar lower caps at the center splice joint for cracks using the eddy current method. Repair or replace any cracked spar. Change the safe life for certain serial number ranges. Send inspection results to the FAA if cracks are found.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes, all serial numbers, regardless of configuration or operational use.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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