AD 2000-23-32
Unsafe Condition
Improper movement of the outer aluminum tube within the elevator control support stand, leading to increased elevator control stiffness.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the elevator control system for proper movement. Obtain and incorporate a repair scheme if improper movement is found. Modify and install resin thickened cottonflock reinforcements to the elevator control system to increase the stiffness of the elevator control support stand.
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Compliance Time
Inspection within 30 calendar days after the effective date; modification within 120 calendar days after the effective date.
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Affected Aircraft
DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series, DG-500M, and DG-500MB sailplanes, all serial numbers up to and including 5E203.
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