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exist on certain Aviat (Pitts) aeroplanes. Four aircraft in the United States have reported cracking and failure of the longerons aft of the rear cabane strut attachments. In one incident, the cracked longeron made it very difficult to control the aeroplane. Investigation by the FAA has concluded that cracks are primarily caused by flight outside of the certificated 'g' limits of the aircraft.
           Accordingly the requirements of this AD have been revised to incorporate measures to assist the pilot to fly within the aircraft's approved limits.

           Amendment 1 updated the FAA AD reference.

           Amendment 2 aligns the requirements with those of the FAA.

           Amendment 1 of this airworthiness directive became effective on 10 October 1996. The original issue of this airworthiness directive became effective on 31 May 1996.