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Wed, Feb 15, 2017

AD: Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Gliders

AD NUMBER: 2017-02-11

PRODUCT: Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Model ASK 21 gliders.

ACTION: Final Rule

SUMMARY: 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.

The FAA is issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective March 17, 2017.

FMI: AD

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