AD 75-17-10
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Slingsby Aviation Ltd. | T.59.D Kestrel | Airworthiness Directives; Slingsby Model T59D Kestrel Gliders |
Unsafe Condition
Structural failure of the elevator actuator bracket P/N 59A-30-11 due to cracks in the inside welded corners.
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Required Actions
Within 10 hours' time in service after the effective date, visually inspect the elevator actuator bracket P/N 59A-30-11 for cracks in the inside welded corners. If cracks are found, replace it with a machined aluminum bracket P/N 59A-03-8A/B/C before further flight. Discontinue inspections after installing the replacement bracket.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 5 hours' time in service.
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Affected Aircraft
Slingsby Aviation Ltd. Model T59D Kestrel gliders certificated in all categories.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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