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Pitts S-1T Rear Spar Crack found at about 1300 hrs TT

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FYI - We missed this one because it was on the top of the bracket (unlike the AD warnings) and mostly visible on the inside. Fortunately was caught in time at this latest annual.

Aircraft certified Pitts S-1T, 1984, about 1300hrs total time mostly Intermediate type stuff.

Anyway check the inside and upper portions of your fittings if you have not had the doublers done.
 

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