AD 64-14-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. | Ka 6 | Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders |
| aircraft | Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. | Ka2B | Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks have occurred in the forward horizontal stabilizer fitting above the welded seam on the fuselage side, caused by excessive hardening due to welding.
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Required Actions
Remove and inspect the forward horizontal stabilizer fittings with at least a 3-power magnifying glass within 10 hours' time in service. Replace cracked fittings before further flight. Check fittings for excessive hardness using a file as specified in the Schleicher Special Inspection dated July 12, 1961, and replace too-hard fittings within the next 10 hours' time in service thereafter.
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Compliance Time
within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders, serial numbers 180 through 245.
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Federal Register Abstract
Horizontal Stabilizer Fittings
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AD Final Rules - DRS_64-14-06.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 64-14-06 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders Subject: Horizontal Stabilizer Fittings Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/23/1964 Make: Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model: Ka 6 | Ka2B Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Glider Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 64-14-06 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 64-14-06 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 23, 1964. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 64-14-06 SCHLEICHER: Amdt. 753 Part 507 Federal Register June 23, 1964. Applies to All Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders Serial Numbers 180 through 245. Compliance required as indicated. Cracks have occurred in the forward horizontal stabilizer fitting, above the welded seam on the fuselage side. The cracks are believed to be caused by excessive hardening due to welding. Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, accomplish the following: (a) Remove the forward horizontal stabilizer fittings and inspect for cracks with at least a 3-power magnifying glass. Replace cracked fittings with new fittings before further flight. (b) Check all fittings for excessive hardness by use of file as specified in Schleicher Special Inspection for Models Ka2B and Ka6 dated July 12, 1961. Replace fittings found to be too hard, with a new part within the next 10 hours' time in service thereafter. This directive effective July 23, 1964. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_64-14-06.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 64-14-06 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders Subject: Horizontal Stabilizer Fittings Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 07/23/1964 Make: Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model: Ka 6 | Ka2B Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Glider Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 64-14-06 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 64-14-06 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Schleicher Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective July 23, 1964. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 64-14-06 SCHLEICHER: Amdt. 753 Part 507 Federal Register June 23, 1964. Applies to All Model Ka2B and Ka6 Gliders Serial Numbers 180 through 245. Compliance required as indicated. Cracks have occurred in the forward horizontal stabilizer fitting, above the welded seam on the fuselage side. The cracks are believed to be caused by excessive hardening due to welding. Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD, accomplish the following: (a) Remove the forward horizontal stabilizer fittings and inspect for cracks with at least a 3-power magnifying glass. Replace cracked fittings with new fittings before further flight. (b) Check all fittings for excessive hardness by use of file as specified in Schleicher Special Inspection for Models Ka2B and Ka6 dated July 12, 1961. Replace fittings found to be too hard, with a new part within the next 10 hours' time in service thereafter. This directive effective July 23, 1964. FOOTER:
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