Cessna 172 – Unreported Tail Strike

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C172 tail strike

On preflight my student checked the tail and saw metal shavings and no wax on strike indicator. No prior reports of tail strike.

Maintenance Notes

Outcome: Grounded

Perform a post flight walk around after every flight, to include checking for tail strikes.

These notes reflect reported observations at the time of submission and are provided for educational purposes only. They are not a determination of airworthiness and do not constitute maintenance or regulatory advice.

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