AD 2002-17-04

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Airworthiness Directives; Ballonbau Worner GmbH Model K-630/1-Stu Manned Free Gas Balloons

AD Number
2002-17-04
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-CE-35-AD
FR Citation
67 FR 55714

Unsafe Condition

Electrostatic charge buildup between the steelwire loops of the basket and the balloon envelope could result in ignition of combustible lifting gas fumes, leading to gas explosion and fire.

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Required Actions

Replace the PVC tubes covering the steelwire loops of the basket with an electrostatic conductive braided rope.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Ballonbau Worner GmbH Model K-630/1-Stu manned free gas balloons.

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