AD 84-16-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 18/F | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 18/R | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 20/F | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 20/R | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.205 - 22/R | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.208 | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aermacchi S.p.A. | S.208A | Airworthiness Directives; SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208 and S208A Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Collapse of the main landing gear due to failure of the reinforcement plate welds of the long arm cross-member.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the MLG cross-member long arm reinforcement plate weld for cracks per SB 205B48E, with inspection intervals based on time-in-service hours. Perform dye-penetrant inspections for MLG braces with 400+ hours time-in-service. Repair or replace cracked components per specified service instructions and part numbers.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated, unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
SIAI-MARCHETTI Model S205, S208, and S208A Series (all serial numbers) airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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