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Old August 14th 20, 03:15 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default New Blanik AD for Rudder Cable Bolts

This AD (2020-16-05) was just released with a mandatory compliance by 8/28:

https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_G...E?OpenDocument

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.