Cable Turnbuckles

Editorial Staff

Monday, May 24, 2021 at 01:18 PM ET

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Cessna ended production of the diesel Skyhawk JT-A less than a year after obtaining FAA certification. Textron Aviation

Key Takeaways:

Multiple aircraft types reported cracked, corroded, or failed turnbuckles and swaged cable ends, which are critical components for flight control.
These defects are often hidden by safety wire or located in areas prone to moisture accumulation, making visual detection challenging.
Issues were discovered during routine annual inspections or, in one instance, led to a complete loss of aileron control during flight.

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