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2002-16-17 Barry Aviation, LLC: Amendment 39-12856; Docket No. 2002-CE-30-AD.
(a) What sailplanes are affected by this AD? This AD applies to Model PZL-Krosno KR-03A "Peregrine" (Puchatek) sailplanes, serial numbers 03-01 through 03-24 and 04-01 through 04-20, that are certificated in any category.
Note 1: PZL-Krosno previously held the type certificate for these sailplanes.
(b) Who must comply with this AD? Anyone who wishes to operate any of the sailplanes identified in paragraph (a) of this AD must comply with this AD.
(c) What problem does this AD address? The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent cracking in the horizontal stabilizer attachment fittings, which could result in the horizontal stabilizer separating from the sailplane with consequent loss of control of the sailplane.
(d) What must I do to address this problem? To address this problem, you must accomplish the following actions:
Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(1) Inspect the horizontal stabilizer attachment fittings to ensure that the correct fittings are installed:.
(i) If part number (P/N) NS-03/08/93-01L/P attachment fittings (or FAA-approved equivalent part numbers) are installed, no further action is required by this paragraph.
(ii) If the attachment fittings are P/Ns other than NS-03/08/93-01L/P (or FAA-approved equivalent part numbers), replace the fittings with the P/N NS-03/08/93-01L/P attachment fittings (or FAA-approved equivalent part numbers).
Inspect within 10 hours time-in-service (TIS) after August 30, 2002 (the effective date of this AD). Replace prior to further flight after the inspection.
Inspect in accordance with Barry Aviation "KROSNO KR-03A Glider" Service Bulletin No. 1-02, dated June 10, 2002. Replace in accordance with WSK "PZL-KROSNO" Service Bulletin No. BE-29/KR-03A/93, dated November 16, 1993.
(2) Incorporate a "NO LIFT" placard to the vertical stabilizer.
Within 10 hours TIS after August 30, 2002 (the effective date of this AD).
Use paint or a permanent placard and add the words "NO LIFT" to both sides of the vertical stabilizer near the top and leading edge. Use letters that are at least .5 inch and a color that contrasts with the color of the airplane, e.g., use red on a blue airplane.
(e) Can I comply with this AD in any other way? You may use an alternative method of compliance or adjust the compliance time if:
(1) Your alternative method of compliance provides an equivalent level of safety; and
(2) The Manager, Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), approves your alternative. Submit your request through an FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, Atlanta ACO.
Note 2: This AD applies to each sailplane identified in paragraph (a) of this AD, regardless of whether it has been modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the requirements of this AD. For sailplanes that have been modified, altered, orrepaired so that the performance of the requirements of this AD is affected, the owner/operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance in accordance with paragraph (e) of this AD. The request should include an assessment of the effect of the modification, alteration, or repair on the unsafe condition addressed by this AD; and, if you have not eliminated the unsafe condition, specific actions you propose to address it.
(f) Where can I get information about any already-approved alternative methods of compliance? Contact William O. Herderich, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office, 1895 Phoenix Boulevard, suite 450, Atlanta, Georgia 30349; telephone: (770) 703-6082; facsimile: (770) 703-6097; e-mail: william.o.herderich@faa.gov.
(g) Are any service bulletins incorporated into this AD by reference? Actions required by this AD must be done in accordance with WSK "PZL-KROSNO" Service Bulletin No. BE-29/KR-03A/93, dated November 16, 1993; and Barry Aviation "KROSNO KR-03A Glider" Service Bulletin No. 1-02, dated June 10, 2002. The Director of the Federal Register approved this incorporation by reference under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. You may get copies from Barry Aviation, LLC, 11600 Aviation Boulevard, suite 16, West Palm Beach, Florida 33412. You may view this information at FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Room 506, Kansas City, Missouri, or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC.
(h) When does this amendment become effective? This amendment becomes effective on August 30, 2002.
