AD Amdt-39-10671

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Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders

AD Number
Amdt-39-10671
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 98-CE-31-AD
FR Citation
63 FR 39229

Unsafe Condition

The center of gravity (C.G.) tow release cable pulley may be incorrectly positioned, which could result in the pilot being unable to release from tow operations.

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Required Actions

Inspect the center of gravity (C.G.) tow release cable pulley for correct positioning. Replace the C.G. tow release cable pulley with an aluminum one if the inspection determines it is necessary.

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Compliance Time

Immediately or eventually depending on the results of the inspection

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Affected Aircraft

Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG-500M gliders

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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