AD 2000-24-23

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Airworthiness Directives; S.N. CENTRAIR 101 Series Gliders

AD Number
2000-24-23
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-CE-49-AD
FR Citation
65 FR 77261

Unsafe Condition

Cracks could occur in the welded parts of airbrake arms, potentially preventing the pilot from using the airbrake system.

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Required Actions

Inspect the airbrake control system for cracks within 60 calendar days after January 27, 2001, and then every 12 calendar months. If cracks are detected, replace the airbrake control system before further flight. Install specific parts (S.N. CENTRAIR part numbers $YO57D or $Y818E, or FAA-approved equivalents) depending on the glider configuration.

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Compliance Time

Within 60 calendar days after January 27, 2001, and then every 12 calendar months for repetitive inspections.

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Affected Aircraft

S.N. CENTRAIR Models 101, 101A, 101P, and 101AP gliders, all serial numbers up to but not including 101A0628, certificated in any category.

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