# N361KS: 1984 Schleicher ASK-21

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Schleicher ASK-21](https://openairdocs.org/model/schleicher-ask-21) (registry code 38015GY, 2 seats)
- Engine: [NONE](https://openairdocs.org/engine/none) (registry code 00000)
- Data sheets: [TCDS G47EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/G47EU) (Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 21224
- Year built: 1984
- Type: Glider
- Engine type: None
- Airworthiness: Standard, glider
- Airworthiness date: September 13, 1984
- Certificate issued: September 27, 2026
- Expires: September 30, 2033
- Mode S code: A410F5
- Registered owner: [Barrett Jane T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARRETT%20JANE%20T)
- Location: [Tehachapi, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tehachapi)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 35.1129° N, 118.5710° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 93581, within about a mile (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=361KS
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N361KS

From the FAA registry file of October 24, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 13 in force

### Matched by airframe (Schleicher ASK-21)

- [AD 2017-02-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-02-11): Flight Controls · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Mar 17, 2017
- [AD 2014-06-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-06-07): Placards and Markings · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective May 8, 2014
- [AD 95-11-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-11-15-R1): Parallel Rocker · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Jul 25, 1999
- [AD 98-12-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-12-03): Rudder Panel, Airbrake Bellcrank, Rear Canopy Hinge · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21, ASW-19 and ASW-19B. Effective Jul 14, 1998
- [AD 98-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-10-07): SFM - Weight and Balance · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Jun 26, 1998
- [AD 98-09-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-09-13): S-Shaped Rudder Pedal Tube Inspection · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Jun 14, 1998
- [AD 98-08-29](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-08-29): SFM - Stall and Spin Recovery Information · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective May 18, 1998
- [AD 98-06-38](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-06-38): Elevator Pushrod · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Apr 28, 1998
- [AD 98-06-37](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-06-37): Tow Release Cable Assembly · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Apr 28, 1998
- [AD 97-08-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-08-06-R1): Quick Connectors · Alexander Schleicher AS-K 13, AS 12, ASK 21 and 39 more. Effective Aug 1, 1997
- [AD 87-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-07): Rudder Pedal · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective May 13, 1987
- [AD 85-06-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-06-07): Main Wheel Box · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Jul 25, 1985
- [AD 84-23-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-23-03): Placard And Afm Changes · Alexander Schleicher ASK 21. Effective Nov 14, 1984

### Matched by engine (NONE)

None in force.

## Information bulletins (advisory)

None matched.

## NTSB investigations (2)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB WPR26LA299](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA299), Aug 8, 2026: Schleicher ASK-21 (N361KS), Tehachapi, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB SEA08CA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA129), May 10, 2008: Schleicher ASK-21 (N361KS), Tehachapi, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight procedures and failure to check the spoiler control position, which resulted in the inadvertent deployment of the spoilers during takeoff. A contributing factor was…

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20260810012772A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260810012772A), Aug 10, 2026: Schleicher ASK-21 (N361KS), Tehachapi, CA, Substantial damage. On August 10, 2026, about 1053 pacific daylight time (PDT), an ask 21 glider airplane, tail number [privacy data omitted], was substantilly damaged when it was…
- [Accident 20080510857669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080510857669A), May 10, 2008: Schlei ASK21 (N361KS), Tehachapi, CA, Substantial damage. During the takeoff sequence prior to reaching 200 feet, the tow pilot noted that the spoilers were open on the glider. He wagged the rudder, which is the…

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs)

None matched to this aircraft's models.

## Related

- Other Schleicher ASK-21 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/schleicher-ask-21/aircraft.md
- The NONE engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/none.md

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