AD 2000-20-10

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Airworthiness Directives; DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG-800B Sailplanes

AD Number
2000-20-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 99-CE-90-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 60848

Unsafe Condition

Improper propeller drive belt tension can cause engine crankshaft or connecting rod bearing damage.

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Required Actions

Measure the drive belt tension to ensure it is between 6 mm and 11 mm. If improper, adjust the tension and perform a ground test run. Notify DG Flugzeugbau if issues persist.

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Compliance Time

Within the next 25 hours time-in-service or 90 days after November 27, 2000, whichever comes first.

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Affected Aircraft

DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG-800B sailplanes, all serial numbers, equipped with SOLO engines.

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