AD 2012-06-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Sailplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Incorrect re-installation of the rear cockpit securing rope for the headrest of the rear seat during maintenance, which could cause the rear seat to interfere with the control stick of the sailplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect the rear cockpit headrest securing rope to determine the length within 30 days after May 15, 2012. If the length is more than 450 mm or less than 400 mm, adjust the length to between 400 mm and 450 mm. Replace the securing rope with a modified rope with a snap hook within 3 months after May 15, 2012.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days and 3 months after May 15, 2012
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Affected Aircraft
DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer, DG-500/20 Elan, DG-500/22 Elan sailplanes, and Models DG-500M and DG-500MB powered sailplanes, all serial numbers, equipped with a headrest on the rear seat and certificated in any category.
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