AD 2004-10-08

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Airworthiness Directives; Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau Model ASH 25M Sailplanes

AD Number
2004-10-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 2003-CE-64-AD
FR Citation
69 FR 29218

Unsafe Condition

Fuel lines with improper fittings, specifically an incorrect combination of sealing cones inside the fittings, which could cause fuel leakage and a possible fire hazard.

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Required Actions

Inspect the fuel line between the injection valve and pressure regulator for correct color of connecting fittings (blue at the injection valve and black at the pressure regulator). If any fuel line has blue fittings at both ends, replace the fuel line with one that has the correct fittings. Do not install any fuel line with blue fittings at both ends.

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Compliance Time

Within the next 50 hours time-in-service after July 6, 2004 (for inspection); before further flight after the inspection (for replacement if required).

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Affected Aircraft

All Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau Model ASH 25M sailplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category, and equipped with fuel injected engine IAE50R-AA.

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