AD 97-24-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG | G102 ASTIR CS | Airworthiness Directives; Burkhart Grob, Luft-und Raumfahrt, GmbH. Model G102 Astir CS Sailplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the elevator control lever could result in loss of control of the sailplane.
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Required Actions
Replace the elevator control lever part number 102-3542 with improved part number 102-3543 in accordance with Grob Installation Instructions No. 306-30/1 and Service Bulletin TM 306-33. Accomplish the weight and balance procedure per Grob Service Bulletin 306-34.
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Compliance Time
within the next 20 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Burkhart Grob, Luft-und Raumfahrt, GmbH Model G102 Astir CS sailplanes (serial numbers 1001 through 1536)
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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