AD 98-09-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH | H-36 DIMONA | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries Models H-36 " Dimona" and HK 36 R "Super Dimona" Sailplanes |
| aircraft | Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH | HK 36 R SUPER DIMONA | Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries Models H-36 " Dimona" and HK 36 R "Super Dimona" Sailplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the shoulder harness fittings, elevator rib, or the wheel axle to steel support attachment could result in passenger injury caused by an inadequate restraint system; reduced sailplane controllability caused by structural damage to the elevator; and/or reduced sailplane controllability during takeoff, landing, and ground operations caused by the installation of incorrect wheel axle screws.
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Required Actions
Inspect the elevator rib area for damage and replace elevator ribs if damage is found; replace M6 screws with M8 screws on wheel axle to steel support attachment; inspect shoulder harness fittings for improper bonding and repair any improper bonds. Actions must be accomplished in accordance with specified work instructions and service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 3 calendar months after the effective date of this AD (June 15, 1998), and prior to further flight after inspections.
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Affected Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft Industries Models H-36 'Dimona' (all serial numbers) and HK 36 R 'Super Dimona' (serial numbers 36301 through 36414).
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