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I usually lower the flaps when parking on the ramp, so they don't slam around if there is wind. Recently after returning to the plane, I decided to show someone how easy it is to fold the wings, forgetting to retract the flaps first...

As I pulled the left wing out, the flap retracted with a clunk. I wasn't sure if I damaged something, but I powered up the plane and retracted the flaps before folding the right wing.

Sure enough, after putting the wings back and extending the flaps, only the right flap extended. I now had a split flap configuration! The left flap could be pushed down but made some binding noises. It didn't retract unless pushed.

So I took the access panel off under the wing, and to my surprise the bracket had separated from the wing spar! It seems it is bonded with some glue, and the service center says they have done this repair before...