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Cessna 172 SDRs

Pilot found a brake anomaly. Checked aircraft and found that the anchor had detached from bulkhead assembly (p/n 0513488-11), causing the brake system failure.

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Key Takeaways:

  • A compilation of mechanical incidents reported for various Cessna Model 172 aircraft, highlighting diverse system failures.
  • Reported issues include critical component failures such as brake system failure, loose magneto points, buckled firewall, plugged fuel vent lines, loose carburetor pump nozzle, and a failed piston pin.
  • These incidents occurred across a wide range of component service times, from newly installed parts (25 hours) to high-time components (over 8000 hours).
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Cessna Model 172R Skyhawk
Brake System Failure

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