AD Amdt-39-10895

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Airworthiness Directives; Burkhart GROB Luft-und Raumfahrt GmbH Model G 109B Gliders

AD Number
Amdt-39-10895
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 98-CE-71-AD
FR Citation
63 FR 64597

Unsafe Condition

Water penetration into the elevator and trim tab due to inadequate drainage can lead to delamination of the structure, resulting in elevator imbalance and flutter.

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Required Actions

Inspect the elevator and trim tab for water. Ensure necessary drain holes are installed and existing holes are open. Drill any required drain holes and open closed holes. If more than 1/2 liter of water is found, verify that the elevator's weight, residual momentum, and glider's center of gravity are within flight manual limits, and adjust as necessary.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Burkhart GROB Luft-und Raumfahrt GmbH Model G 109B gliders

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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