AD 2006-17-02
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the spherical locking bolt could result in failure of the horizontal stabilizer connection, leading to loss of control.
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Required Actions
Remove the existing spherical locking bolt, nut, retaining pins (collar bolts), self-locking nut, and lock washer; replace with new parts as specified; add a life limit on the new spherical locking bolt and retaining pins; and repetitively inspect the front and rear horizontal stabilizer attachment assembly.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Model G102 ASTIR CS sailplanes, serial numbers 1001 through 1536, certificated in any category.
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