AD 87-10-07

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Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders

AD Number
87-10-07
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.
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Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. ASK 21 Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 could result in the glider becoming uncontrollable.

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Required Actions

Within 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date, visually inspect the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 using a 10 power or greater magnifying glass for cracks. If cracks are found, replace the fitting with P/N 99.000.2174 before further flight. Prior to July 15, 1987, replace any unaffected fittings with P/N 99.000.2174.

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Compliance Time

Within the next 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date unless compliance with paragraph (c) has been accomplished, and prior to July 15, 1987.

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Affected Aircraft

Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model ASK 21 gliders serial numbers 21001 through 21312.

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Federal Register Abstract

Rudder Pedal

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AD Number:
87-10-07
Document Type:
AD Final Rules
Docket Number:
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Subject Heading:
Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders
Subject:
Rudder Pedal
Status:
Current
Citation:
This information is not available.
Citation Publish Date:
Effective Date:
05/13/1987
Make:
Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co.
Model:
ASK 21
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Superseded AD: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Superseded By: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: 87-10-07
CITATION:   This information is not available.

PAGE NUMBER:  

DOCKET NUMBER:   Unknown

AMENDMENT:   39-5603

AD NUMBER:   87-10-07

SUBJECT HEADING:   Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders

ACTION:  

SUMMARY:  

DATES:   Effective May 13, 1987.

ADDRESSES:  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  

REGULATORY TEXT:  
87-10-07 ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Amendment 39-5603. Applies to Model ASK 21 gliders serial numbers 21001 through 21312 certificated in any category.

Compliance is required as indicated, unless already accomplished.

To prevent the failure of the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 which could result in the glider becoming uncontrollable, accomplish the following:

(a) Within the next 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD unless compliance with paragraph (c) has been accomplished, visually inspect the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 using a 10 power or greater magnifying glass, for cracks.

(b) If a cracked fitting is found during the inspection required by paragraph (a) of this AD, before further flight, replace the rudder pedal support fitting with a serviceable fitting, P/N 99.000.2174, in accordance with the action instructions of Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986.

(c) Prior to July 15, 1987, replace any rudder pedal support fitting not replaced in accordance with paragraph (b) of this AD, with a serviceable fitting, P/N 99.000.2174, in accordance with Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986.

Upon request, an equivalent means of compliance with the requirements of this AD may be approved by the Manager, Brussels Aircraft Certification Office, AEU-100, Europe, Africa, and Middle East Office, Federal Aviation Administration, c/o America Embassy, 15 Rue de la Loi B-1040 Brussels, Belgium; telephone number 513.38.30 ext. 2710 or the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, Federal Aviation Administration, New England Region, Aircraft Certification Division, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York 11581; telephone number 516-791-6680.

Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator, through an FAA maintenance inspector, the Manager, Brussels Aircraft Certification Office or Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office may adjust the compliance time specified in this AD.

Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986, identified and described in this document is incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive who have not already received this document from the manufacturer may obtain a copy upon request to Eastern Sailplanes, Heath Stage Route, Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts 01370. This document also may be examined at the Office of the Regional Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, New England Region, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts 01803, Room 311, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.

This amendment 39-5603 becomes effective May 13, 1987.

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AD Number:
87-10-07
Document Type:
AD Final Rules
Docket Number:
Unknown
Subject Heading:
Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders
Subject:
Rudder Pedal
Status:
Current
Citation:
This information is not available.
Citation Publish Date:
Effective Date:
05/13/1987
Make:
Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co.
Model:
ASK 21
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: 87-10-07
CITATION:   This information is not available.

PAGE NUMBER:  

DOCKET NUMBER:   Unknown

AMENDMENT:   39-5603

AD NUMBER:   87-10-07

SUBJECT HEADING:   Airworthiness Directives; ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Model ASK 21 Gliders

ACTION:  

SUMMARY:  

DATES:   Effective May 13, 1987.

ADDRESSES:  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  

REGULATORY TEXT:  
87-10-07 ALEXANDER SCHLEICHER: Amendment 39-5603. Applies to Model ASK 21 gliders serial numbers 21001 through 21312 certificated in any category.

Compliance is required as indicated, unless already accomplished.

To prevent the failure of the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 which could result in the glider becoming uncontrollable, accomplish the following:

(a) Within the next 10 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD unless compliance with paragraph (c) has been accomplished, visually inspect the rudder pedal support fitting P/N 99.000.2173 using a 10 power or greater magnifying glass, for cracks.

(b) If a cracked fitting is found during the inspection required by paragraph (a) of this AD, before further flight, replace the rudder pedal support fitting with a serviceable fitting, P/N 99.000.2174, in accordance with the action instructions of Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986.

(c) Prior to July 15, 1987, replace any rudder pedal support fitting not replaced in accordance with paragraph (b) of this AD, with a serviceable fitting, P/N 99.000.2174, in accordance with Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986.

Upon request, an equivalent means of compliance with the requirements of this AD may be approved by the Manager, Brussels Aircraft Certification Office, AEU-100, Europe, Africa, and Middle East Office, Federal Aviation Administration, c/o America Embassy, 15 Rue de la Loi B-1040 Brussels, Belgium; telephone number 513.38.30 ext. 2710 or the Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, Federal Aviation Administration, New England Region, Aircraft Certification Division, 181 South Franklin Avenue, Room 202, Valley Stream, New York 11581; telephone number 516-791-6680.

Upon submission of substantiating data by an owner or operator, through an FAA maintenance inspector, the Manager, Brussels Aircraft Certification Office or Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office may adjust the compliance time specified in this AD.

Alexander Schleicher ASK 21 Technical Note No. 19, dated October 22, 1986, identified and described in this document is incorporated herein and made a part hereof pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(1). All persons affected by this directive who have not already received this document from the manufacturer may obtain a copy upon request to Eastern Sailplanes, Heath Stage Route, Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts 01370. This document also may be examined at the Office of the Regional Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, New England Region, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, Massachusetts 01803, Room 311, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.

This amendment 39-5603 becomes effective May 13, 1987.

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