AD 68-19-02
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 in the lower part of fuselage frame No. 2 at the rudder control bellcrank brackets and cracks and deformation in the fuselage belly skin stringers at the outboard rudder pedal support tube brackets.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the lower portion of fuselage frame No. 2 and fuselage stringers for cracks and deformation using a lamp and mirror per Siai Service Bulletin No. 205B20. If cracks exceed 3/16 inches, modify the frame and stringers before next flight. Otherwise, comply with paragraph (d) within 100 hours' time in service after the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Siai-Marchetti Model S.205/22R airplanes with serial numbers 213, 370-374, 378-390 (excluding 375, 377), 392-396, 398, 4-124, 4-125, 4-132, 4-142-148 (excluding 4-141, 4-144, 4-149).
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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