Public Record · As of May 5, 2026
N11KB
Glaser-dirks DG-500M View Type →
Status
Registration Valid
Type
Glider
Engine
BOMBARDIER ROTAX (ALL)
Last Cert Issue
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01 / Registration
Filed with the Federal Aviation Administration
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Tail Number
N11KB
Serial Number
6-79 M26
Make
GLASER-DIRKS
Model
DG-500M
Year of Manufacture
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Mfr / Model Code
3802552
Type Aircraft
Glider
Type Engine
Reciprocating
Engines
1
Seats
2
Engine Manufacturer
BOMBARDIER
Engine Model
ROTAX (ALL)
Horsepower
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Weight Class
CLASS 1
Certification
Experimental (+2 flags) · code 434
Registrant
LEONARD STEVEN E · Individual
Address
11117 W WESTLAWN ST · WICHITA, KS 67212-6411
FAA Region
3 · County 173
Status
Registration Valid
Airworthiness Date
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Cert Issue Date
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Expiration Date
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Last FAA Action
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Mode S Hex (ICAO24)
A02ABD
Mode S (Octal)
50025275
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02 / NTSB Records
Events on file with the National Transportation Safety Board
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Feb 22, 1970
PINEVILLE, Kentucky fatal
Airport · 7KY2 Pineville Community Hospital Heliport
03 / Airworthiness Directives
Applicable to GLASER-DIRKS DG-500M
Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness directives matched to make and model. Each entry links to the Federal Register publication.
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Feb 13, 2006
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-100 and DG-400 Sailplanes and DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series and DG-500M Sailplanes
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Feb 2, 2006
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-100 and DG-400 Sailplanes and DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series and DG-500M Sailplanes
The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-100 and DG-400 sailplanes and certain DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series and DG-500M sailplanes. This AD requires you to modify or replace the complete rudder mount assembly and ensure that the securing washer, castellated nut, and new split pins are…
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Oct 5, 2005
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-100 and DG-400 Sailplanes and DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series and DG-500M Sailplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-100 and DG-400 sailplanes and certain DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Models DG-500 Elan Series and DG-500M sailplanes. This proposed AD would require you to modify or replace the complete rudder mount assembly and ensure that the securing washer, castellated nu…
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Jul 22, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH (Glaser-Dirks) Model DG- 500M gliders. This AD requires inspecting the center of gravity (C.G.) tow release cable pulley for correct positioning, and replacing the C.G. tow release cable pulley with one made of aluminum either immediately or eventually…
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Jun 4, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH (Glaser-Dirks) Model DG- 500M gliders. This AD requires installing a rudder gap seal and modifying the cooling liquid reservoir mount. This AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority…
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Apr 27, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders.
This document proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) that would apply to all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH (Glaser- Dirks) Model DG-500M gliders. The proposed AD would require inspecting the center of gravity (C.G.) tow release cable pulley for correct positioning, and replacing the C.G. tow release cable pulley with one made of aluminum eithe…
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Mar 26, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders
This action confirms the effective date of Airworthiness Directive (AD) 98-04-30, which applies to Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG-500M gliders. AD 98-04-30 requires repetitively inspecting the propeller mounting plate for cracks, replacing any cracked propeller mounting plate, and modifying the bolt connections of the propeller mounting plate. This…
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Mar 20, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders
This document proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) that would apply to Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH (Glaser-Dirks) Model DG-500M gliders. The proposed AD would require installing a rudder gap seal and modifying the cooling liquid reservoir mount. The proposed AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued b…
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Feb 26, 1998
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG- 500M Gliders
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau GmbH (DG Flugzeugbau) Model DG- 500M gliders. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the propeller mounting plate for cracks, replacing any cracked propeller mounting plate, and modifying the bolt connections of the propeller mounting plate. This AD is th…
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Jul 22, 1997
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Louis L'Hotellier, S.A., Ball and Swivel Joint Quick Connectors
This document clarifies information in Airworthiness Directive (AD) 97-08-06 that applies to Louis L'Hotellier S.A. (L'Hotellier) ball and swivel joint quick connectors installed on gliders and sailplanes that are not equipped with a ``Uerling'' sleeve or an LS-safety sleeve. These connectors allow the operator of the gliders and sailplanes to quickly conne…
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Apr 10, 1997
Federal Register →Airworthiness Directives; Louis L'Hotellier, S.A., Ball and Swivel Joint Quick Connectors
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to Louis L'Hotellier S.A. (L'Hotellier) ball and swivel joint quick connectors installed on gliders and sailplanes that are not equipped with a ``Uerling'' sleeve or an LS-safety sleeve. These connectors allow the operator of the gliders and sailplanes to quickly connect and disconnect th…
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