FAAFinal Rule

Airworthiness Directives: DG Aviation GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by DG Flugzeugbau GmbH) Gliders

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Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing safety instructions for certain glider aircraft made by DG Aviation GmbH to fix potential airworthiness problems. This regulation requires owners and operators of these gliders to take specific actions to ensure their aircraft remain safe to fly.

Key Points

  • 1The FAA has identified safety issues with DG Aviation GmbH gliders (previously made by DG Flugzeugbau GmbH) that need to be corrected
  • 2Glider owners and operators are required to follow specific maintenance or modification procedures outlined in this directive
  • 3This rule applies to all affected glider aircraft regardless of where they are operated
  • 4The FAA is accepting public comments on this regulation until August 26, 2025
  • 5Non-compliance with these airworthiness directives could result in aircraft being grounded or prohibited from flying

Key Dates

Published

July 10, 2025

Comment Deadline

August 26, 2025

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