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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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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