The following information is derived from the FAA’s Service Difficulty Reports and Aviation Maintenance Alerts.
Beechcraft/Raytheon G36 Bonanza
Landing Gear Struts
Key Takeaways:
- Multiple aircraft models experienced diverse landing gear component failures, including misaligned nose gear attach points, cracked oleo struts, and failed structural tabs or pins.
- The reported issues stemmed from various causes such as manufacturing defects, material fatigue, wear, and failure under operational stress (e.g., heavy side loads on skis).
- Defects were discovered through routine inspections, functional tests, or during operations, highlighting the potential for significant aircraft damage or safety risks if left unattended.
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