AD 97-26-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 402C | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Models 402C and 414A Airplanes |
| aircraft | Cessna Aircraft Company | 414A | Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Models 402C and 414A Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the engine mount beam caused by fatigue cracks, which could result in loss of the engine with consequent loss of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Incorporate engine mount kits (SK414-19 variants) to eliminate repetitive inspections. Perform initial and repetitive radiographic inspections at 9,600-hour time-in-service intervals. Repetitive inspections may continue if parts are not available, provided parts are ordered and any cracks are repaired or replaced.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD, or at 200 hours time-in-service for those without Cessna Kit SK414-17 incorporated.
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Affected Aircraft
Cessna Models 402C and 414A airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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