Airworthiness Directives; Stemme GmbH & Co. KG Models S10 and S10-V Sailplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 1998-04-09 · Effective 1998-05-26 · 63 FR 17320
Document
Document number
98-9155
Federal Register citation
63 FR 17320
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
1998-04-09
Effective date
1998-05-26
FAA docket
Docket No. 97-CE-127-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to certain Stemme GmbH & Co. KG (Stemme) Models S10 and S10-V sailplanes. This AD requires replacing the horizontal stabilizer rear fittings with parts of improved design. This AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority for Germany. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent structural failure of the horizontal stabilizer caused by cracked rear fittings, which could result in loss of sailplane controllability.