AD 90-20-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. | FA-200-160 | Airworthiness Directives; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD Model FA-200 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. | FA-200-180 | Airworthiness Directives; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD Model FA-200 Airplanes |
| aircraft | Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. | FA-200-180AO | Airworthiness Directives; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD Model FA-200 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in and around the gust lock pin holes and potential rudder control system malfunctions could lead to loss of control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect gust lock pin holes for burrs and cracks using a 10x magnifying glass within 50 hours time-in-service (TIS) and every 100 hours TIS thereafter. Remove burrs and replace control columns if cracks are found. Inspect rudder control system, adjust/modify rudder stop clearance, adjust brake master cylinder rod length, and test brake link over-centering. Discontinue inspections upon incorporating specified technical bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 50 hours time-in-service (TIS) and every 100 hours TIS thereafter
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Affected Aircraft
Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. Model FA-200 (all serial numbers) airplanes certificated in any category
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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