# SDR CA970409013

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: March 5, 1997
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: Air carrier
- Make and model: Beech 99
- Registry model: [Beech 99](https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-99) (OpenAirDocs)
- Engine: Pwa PT6A27
- Propeller: Hartzl HCB3TN3
- System (JASC): [2730 · Elevator Control System](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/2730)
- Part: Support
- Part number: 1156100181
- Condition: Cracked
- Location: Taper Pin Hole
- Component: Beech, 115610010325
- 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/CA970409013

## Discrepancy

(CAN) DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION, A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE CENTER TORQUE TUBE SUPPORT.  IT APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED FROM A HOLE FOR THE SECUREMENT OF THE TAPER PIN.  APPROXIMATELY .75 INCH LONG.

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