AD Amdt-39-10080
Unsafe Condition
The ball and swivel joint quick connectors may become inadvertently disconnected, which could result in loss of control of the sailplane or glider.
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Required Actions
Enlarge the safety pin guide hole diameter, fabricate and install a placard specifying the requirement to secure connectors with safety wire, pins, or safety sleeves prior to each flight.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Louis L'Hotellier S.A. ball and swivel joint quick connectors installed on gliders and sailplanes without a ``Uerling'' sleeve or LS-safety sleeve.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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