AD Amdt-39-10834
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Mooney | Aircraft Corporation Models M20J | Airworthiness Directives; Mooney Aircraft Corporation Models M20J, M20K, M20M, and M20R Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Manufacturing of main landing gear (MLG) leg brackets using laser pattern cutting results in minor cracks at the bends, which could propagate and lead to failure of the MLG side brace bolt, causing MLG collapse.
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Required Actions
Grind the surface of the main landing gear (MLG) leg bracket, inspect the area for cracks, and replace any cracked MLG leg bracket.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Mooney Aircraft Corporation Models M20J, M20K, M20M, and M20R airplanes with main landing gear (MLG) leg brackets manufactured using laser pattern cutting.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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