AD 2005-25-22
Unsafe Condition
A turnbuckle link breaking in flight due to material fatigue, which could result in failure of the rudder cable and lead to loss of control of the glider.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the turnbuckle end for cracks or wear using a 10X magnifying glass. Replace the turnbuckle if cracks or wear are found.
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Compliance Time
Initially within 25 hours time-in-service after January 27, 2006, and repetitively thereafter at intervals not to exceed 50 hours time-in-service.
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Affected Aircraft
Przedsiebiorstwo Doswiadczalno-Produkcyjne Szybownictwa 'PZL-Bielsko' Model SZD-50-3 'Puchacz' gliders, all serial numbers, certificated in any category, where the turnbuckle is directly connected to the pedal.
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