AD 2004-09-02
Unsafe Condition
Damage to the airbrake actuation shaft, including cracks and deformation, which could result in failure of the airbrake control and lead to loss of control of the sailplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the airbrake actuation shaft for cracks and deformation (damage) within the next 25 hours time-in-service after June 18, 2004. Repetitively inspect thereafter at intervals not to exceed 12 calendar months. Repair or replace any cracked or deformed airbrake actuation shaft found during inspection before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours time-in-service after June 18, 2004 (for initial inspection); before further flight after finding damage (for repair or replacement); repetitive inspections every 12 calendar months.
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Affected Aircraft
Glasflugel-Ing. E. Hanle Model GLASFLUGEL Kestrel sailplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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