AD 68-08-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 22/R | Airworthiness Directives; Siai-Marchetti Model S.205/22R Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks on the welded angles of the nose gear brace cross member, P/N 205-9-101, which could lead to structural failure of the nose gear brace.
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Required Actions
Inspect the welded angles of the nose gear brace cross member using a glass of at least 5 power or FAA-approved equivalent, following Siai-Marchetti Service Bulletin No. 205B14A. Replace cracked members with reinforced P/N 205-9-101-03 before further flight. Discontinue inspections after installing the reinforced part.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours' time in service from effective date for airplanes with 175+ hours, or before 200 hours' time in service for those with less, then every 25 hours thereafter until replacement.
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Affected Aircraft
Aermacchi S.p.A. Model S.205/22R airplanes, Serial Numbers 213 and 370 through 374.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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