AD 80-21-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 210K | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 210L | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 210M | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 210N | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | P210N | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | T210K | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | T210L | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | T210M | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | T210N | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N and P210N Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Loss of roll axis flight control due to the absence of a cotter pin securing the clevis bolt and nut which attaches the autopilot bridle cable and aileron cable to the aileron bellcrank.
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Required Actions
Inspect the clevis bolt and nut for a cotter pin. If missing, inspect the bolt for a cotter pin hole. Install a cotter pin (AN380-2-2) if the hole exists and nut is secure. Replace the bolt with an AN23-15 equivalent if no hole exists, re-rig the aileron system, and adjust the bridle cable to 20 ± 2 pounds tension. Reinstall cover plates and record maintenance. Notify FAA of any issues as specified.
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Compliance Time
Prior to further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Models 210K, 210L, 210M, 210N, T210K, T210L, T210M, T210N, P210N with King Radio Model KFC-200 autopilot (STCs SA1202CE or SA1487CE) and roll axis servo actuator in right outboard wing.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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