AD 2005-19-17
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the control system due to push-rod ends that do not meet the minimum dimension, which could lead to loss of control of the glider.
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Required Actions
Inspect the minimum dimension of the left side aileron, right side aileron, and airbrake push-rod ends for certain Model PW-5 'Smyk' gliders; inspect the minimum dimension of the aileron, airbrake, and elevator control push-rod ends for certain Model PW-6U gliders; and replace any push-rod end that does not meet the minimum dimension.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
PZL-Swidnik S.A. Models PW-5 'Smyk' (serial numbers 17.12.022 through 17.12.024) and PW-6U gliders (serial numbers 78.02.07 through 78.02.10 and 78.03.01 through 78.03.03).
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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