# N45DG: Glaser-Dirks DG-400

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Glaser-Dirks DG-400](https://openairdocs.org/model/glaser-dirks-dg-400) (registry code 3802510, 1 seats)
- Data sheets: [TCDS G52EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/G52EU) (DG Aviation GmbH) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 4-36
- Type: Glider
- Engine type: 2 cycle
- Airworthiness: Experimental, racing, exhibition
- Airworthiness date: November 30, 1983
- Certificate issued: February 11, 2022
- Expires: February 28, 2029
- Mode S code: A57015
- Registered owners: [Trumbly Robert Allen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRUMBLY%20ROBERT%20ALLEN), [Horton Pamela Annette](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORTON%20PAMELA%20ANNETTE)
- Location: [Gardnerville, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Gardnerville)
- Owner type: Co-owned
- Owner's area on the map: 38.7831° N, 119.5593° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 89410, within about 9 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=45DG
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45DG

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 (Glaser-Dirks DG-400)

- [AD 2024-19-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-19-12): Elevator Control System · DG DG-400, DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer and 10 more. Effective Oct 15, 2024
- [AD 2017-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-13-06): Fuel · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400, DG-500M, DG-500MB and 2 more. Effective Jul 31, 2017
- [AD 2006-02-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-02-12): Rudder mount assembly · Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer, DG-500/20 Elan and 4 more. Effective Mar 15, 2006
- [AD 2002-14-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-18): Propeller Mount Plate · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400 and DG-800A. Effective Aug 23, 2002
- [AD 98-19-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-19-17): Powerplant Mount and Propeller Mount · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Oct 30, 1998
- [AD 98-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-03): Propeller Shaft · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Sep 26, 1998
- [AD 98-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-13-06): Bungees for Left Engine Restraining Cable and Bowden Cable of Rear Engine Door · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Aug 2, 1998
- [AD 98-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-13-04): Airbrake control System Inspection · Glaser-Dirks Flugzeugbau DG-100 and DG-400. Effective Aug 2, 1998
- [AD 98-11-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-18): Upper Rubber Shock Mounts · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Jul 10, 1998
- [AD 98-11-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-17): Bosch Electrical System Regulator · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Jul 10, 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 88-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-02-02): Spindle Motor · DG-400. Effective Jan 22, 1988
- [AD 87-26-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-26-09): Engine Cable Terminal Connectors · DG Flugzeugbau DG-400. Effective Dec 23, 1987

## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force)

- [SAIB CE-05-85](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-85): . Issued Sep 20, 2005
- [SAIB CE-00-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-00-10): . Issued Dec 17, 1999

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N45DG.

## 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.

- [Incident 20240903013489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240903013489I), Sep 3, 2024: Glaser-Dirks DG-400 (N45DG), Minden, NV, Minor damage. Pilot reported gusty winds while making his approach to runway 30 at kmev at which time the aircraft bounced on touchdown and the gear collapsed after it made…
- [Incident 19880919062229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880919062229I), Sep 19, 1988: Glaser DG400 (N45DG), Santa Rosa, CA. Chose to land motor glider in field due to fire fighting aircraft in trail with higher speed. Didnt want to delay it

## 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 Glaser-Dirks DG-400 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/glaser-dirks-dg-400/aircraft.md

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