British Gliding Association Aircraft Inspection Recommended

Number:
027/04/2002
Date: 24th May 2002

Issue:
1

Subject:

Vertical Elevator Actuating Rod inside Fin

Applicability:

Schempp-Hirth Janus B, C, Ce, CM, CT, Ventus a, b, c, bT, cT, cM, Nimbus 2B, 2C, 3, 3D, 3T, DT, DM, Discus a, b, CS, bT, Std. Cirrus, Mini Nimbus B, C as detailed in AD 92-360/2. If AD 92-360/2 has been fully complied with by replacement of the rod then this inspection is not applicable

Accomplishment: At next Annual C of A inspection.

Reason:

Some concessions have been granted to internally inhibit the vertical rod in lieu of replacement. It appears that water can still accumulate inside the rod.

Instructions:

Remove vertical elevator rod IAW instructions in TN 809-9, inspect for water ingress, check for drain holes. If drain holes are present and no water – re-inhibit rod and replace. If no drain holes are present and no water – drill drain holes, re-inhibit and replace. (UK agents will be able to advise on the location of drain holes) If water is present – Replace rod IAW AD 92-360/2 as internal corrosion cannot be ruled out.

Approved By Jim Hammerton, Chief Technical Officer

Issued by - The British Gliding Association Ltd, Kimberley House, Vaughan Way, Leicester, LE1 4SE, U.K. Note: Mandatory inspections must be recorded in the aircraft log book, unless specified, and certified by an appropriately rated BGA inspector.
Optional inspections should be entered into the D.I. book or log book as appropriate. Optional inspections may be certified by a BGA Pilot. Alternative methods of compliance will be considered providing an equal level of safety is accomplished. Contact BGA for authorisation.