AD 2011-01-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Models G102 ASTIR CS, G102 CLUB ASTIR III, G102 CLUB ASTIR IIIb, and G102 STANDARD ASTIR III Gliders |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks have been found on the wing spigot assemblies installed on the G102 single-seat gliders. Several of these cracks were internal to the spigot and were not visually detectable until the component failed. Cracks in the wing spigot assembly pin-to-plate interface could cause the spar spigot to fail with little or no warning.
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Required Actions
Inspect the wing main spigot assembly before the next flight and replace it on the G102 single-seat gliders.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Models G102 ASTIR CS, G102 CLUB ASTIR III, G102 CLUB ASTIR IIIb, and G102 STANDARD ASTIR III Gliders.
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