# SDR AU980947

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: August 3, 1998
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: General aviation
- Make and model: Cessna U206C
- Registry model: [Cessna U206C](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-u206c) (OpenAirDocs)
- Engine: Cont IO520F
- System (JASC): [8540 · Reciprocating Engine Rear Section](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/8540)
- Part: Gear
- Part number: 539568
- Condition: Cracked
- Location: Engine
- Stage of operation: IN
- Nature of condition: O
- Precautionary procedure: K
- FAA source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System (https://sdrs.faa.gov/)
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980947

## Discrepancy

(AUS) STARTER SHAFT GEAR TOOTH CRACKED.  SUSPECT CAUSED BT BACKFIRE DURING START.  FOUND USING NDT.

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