CESSNA 172M SKYHAWK — Parts Catalog

This document provides Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) specifically for the installation and maintenance of a replacement tail tie-down on various Textron aircraft, including the Cessna 210 series. It supplements existing aircraft service manuals and outlines the necessary procedures, inspections, and modifications required to ensure the airworthiness of the tail tie-down installation. The document is intended for aircraft maintenance personnel and operators, emphasizing the importance of integrating this ICA into the aircraft's maintenance program. It includes detailed references to applicable aircraft models, modification instructions, and inspection requirements to maintain compliance with FAA regulations.

• The document is for the Cessna 210 series and other Textron aircraft.
• Annual inspections are required every 12 months, with additional checks for commercial operations.
• Inspect the tail tie-down installation for loose or missing hardware during annual and 100-hour inspections.
• Placards must be legibly marked with "TIE DOWN HERE" and maintained in good condition.
• No changes to airworthiness limitations are made by this modification.