Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Blanik Aircraft CZ s.r.o. Model L 23 Super-Blanik gliders. This AD requires a one-time inspection of the rudder control cable attachment screws and hinge bolts, replacement of the cable attachment screws and hinge bolts if a crack is found, and reporting the inspection results to the manufacturer. This AD was prompted by reports of cracked rudder cable attachment screws. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2020-0714
Document Number
2020-17650
Type
Rule
Publication Date
August 13, 2020
Effective Date
August 28, 2020
Affected Manufacturer
Blanik Aircraft CZ s.r.o.
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2020-0714
Topics
Official Documents
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