CESSNA U206F STATIONAIR — Maintenance Manual

This document is an AAIB Bulletin detailing an investigation into an accident involving the Cessna U206F Stationair, registration G-BAGV. The bulletin outlines the circumstances of the flight, the maintenance history of the aircraft, and the findings of the investigation. It provides insights into the potential causes of the accident, particularly focusing on the elevator control system and the use of self-locking fasteners. The document is intended for aviation professionals, maintenance engineers, and safety regulators, highlighting the importance of adhering to maintenance protocols and the implications of using certain types of fasteners in critical systems.

• The Cessna U206F Stationair was involved in an accident during a parachute drop operation.
• The aircraft's elevator control system was found disconnected due to missing hardware after the accident.
• The aircraft had undergone maintenance shortly before the accident, including a full '150 Hour' check and Annual inspection.
• Eyewitnesses reported a normal landing approach until the last moments before the crash.
• The investigation raised concerns about the use and re-use of self-locking fasteners in critical systems.