Airworthiness Directives; Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Gliders
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2017-02-10 · Effective 2017-03-17 · 82 FR 10264
Document
Document number
2017-01769
Federal Register citation
82 FR 10264
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2017-02-10
Effective date
2017-03-17
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-9382
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model ASK 21 gliders. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cable slack in gliders equipped with a rudder hand control system leading to a short-term blockage of the rudder control system and reduced control. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.