- Manufacturer (registry)
- GLASER-DIRKS
- Model
- DG-400
- Registry code
- 3802510
- Registered
- 22 aircraft
- Type
- Glider
- Engines
- 1 · 2 cycle
- Seats
- 1
- Weight class
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification
- Type certificated
- Data sheet
- TCDSG52EU
- Holder
- DG Aviation GmbH
Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.
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Aircraft by year built · 33
| 1982 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 3 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 2 |
Airworthiness directives that may apply · 13
ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.
| 1987 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
Airframe · Glaser-Dirks DG-400
AD 2024-19-12Elevator Control SystemAD 2017-13-06FuelAD 2006-02-12Rudder mount assemblyAD 2002-14-18Propeller Mount PlateAD 98-19-17Powerplant Mount and Propeller MountAD 98-17-03Propeller ShaftAD 98-13-06Bungees for Left Engine Restraining Cable and Bowden Cable of Rear Engine DoorAD 98-13-04Airbrake control System InspectionAD 98-11-18Upper Rubber Shock MountsAD 98-11-17Bosch Electrical System RegulatorAD 97-08-06 R1Quick ConnectorsAD 88-02-02Spindle MotorAD 87-26-09Engine Cable Terminal ConnectorsQuery with SQL
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Information bulletins that may apply · 2
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duckdb -csv -c "SELECT s.saib_number, any_value(s.title) AS title, max(s.issue_date) AS issue_date, any_value(s.status) AS status
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WHERE s.saib_id IN (SELECT saib_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_saib.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('3802510'))
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WHERE s.saib_id IN (SELECT saib_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_saib.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('3802510'))
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Registered aircraft · 22
N113SABarry Russell L · Fort Mohave, AZN12KLCulpepper Mark D · Chapmansboro, TNN14YCSlack Jonathan D · Bonfield, IL
See all 22 registered aircraftQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT n_number, serial_number, year_manufactured, status, registrant_name, registrant_city, registrant_state
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NTSB investigations · 8
Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.
Of 1 case NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events
Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings
Of 7 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.
NTSB WPR09FA089Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG-400 · Volcano, HIThe pilot's loss of pitch control and subsequent exceedance of the glider's airspeed limit for undetermined reasons.NTSB SEA04LA063Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG-400 · Oso, WAThe pilot of the Glaser-Dirks (lead glider) failure to maintain clearance from the Glasflugel (trailing glider) resulting in a mid-air collision while maneuvering.NTSB NYC99LA102Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG-400 · New Milford, CTThe manufacturer's use of inadequate adhesive material which resulted in the de-bonding and subsequent failure of the wing spar pin-lock assembly.NTSB SEA97LA142Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG-400 · Weston, ORThe pilot's failure to attain a proper descent rate during the forced landing. Factors include: the pilot's failure to use an 'engine start' checklist, failure to turn the ignition switch to the 'on' position, failure to use the landing checklist, failure to…NTSB LAX93LA039Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG400 · Calistoga, CAThe failure of the brakes due to a separation of the brake cable for undetermined reasons. A factor in the accident was the tailwind condition during the landing rollout.NTSB LAX90DXQ05Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG 400/17 · Truckee, CAThe uncommanded deployment of the right spoiler system due to the absence of a spring pin not fitted to the quick disconnect as recommended which resulted in the pilot losing control of the glider during a critical phase of flight.NTSB NYC86FA114Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DIRK-DG-400 · Julian, PAThe plt of N686U reported he was established in weak thermal at an alt of aprx 2500 AGL when two other gliders were seen. One at aprx the same alt and one below his alt. He continued to state that the glider which was at his alt passed very close to but…NTSB NYC83LA133Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDG 400 · Morrisville, VTThe motorized glider was taxiing when the left wing tip caught in high grass and the acft veered to the left and penetrated a barbed wire fence.
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duckdb -csv -c "SELECT c.\"ntsbNumber\", c.\"eventDate\", c.\"eventType\", c.\"eventCity\", c.\"eventStateOrRegion\", a.n_number, a.\"aircraftMake\", a.\"aircraftModel\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\", c.\"totalFatal\", c.\"completionStatus\", c.report_url
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FAA incident reports · 14
Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model.
Incident 20240903013489IGlaser-Dirks DG-400 · Minden, NVPilot 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 contact the second time with the runway due to it not being correctly positioned by the pilot in the…Accident 20090116001219AGlaser DG400 · Hilo, HIPilot was attempting to attain an altitude record for a glider by riding on a mountain wave. The pilot was on oxygen and last reported climbing through 28,000’ MSL. Wreckage was found over a large debris field on the side of mouna loa volcano. Strong winds of…Accident 20040401005962AGlaser DG400 · Oso, WA(-23) N161D departed awo at 1130 PST on a flight to the mountains east of awo. N400WJ departed awo at approximately 1600 PST. They met up near the three fingers peaks area and both gliders had established radio contact with each other. On the return flight to…Accident 19990501004359AN400FJ · New Milford, CTAcft left wing broke off while in flight at 6,000 feet, the pilot parachuted to safety, and the acft crashed and was destroyed, other circumstances are unknown. (-23) during glide mode at approximately 60 KTS and 6000', pilot heard a sharp bang. Shortly…Accident 19970614018429AGlaser DG400 · Weston, ORPowered glider unalbe restart after thermaling. Too low retract. Engine no flaps landed fast and hard. Ground looped.Incident 19960711020409IGlaser DG400 · Minden, NVNarrative: 12:20 pilot called in: rudolf rozendale, usa #2541063 netherlands. His verbal report was as follows: coming in from pyramid lake at 15K feet, over carson city at 12K feet Minden was in the sunlight and no rain. Almost to Minden went into shadow and…Accident 19921114046499AGlaser DG400 · Calistoga, CAUnable to stop on landing due to downwind and brake cable failure. Ran off end into a building.Incident 19920516020419IGlaser DG400 · Minden, NVExperienced a downdraft on approach. Lost altitude. Unable to make airport. Off airport landing.Accident 19900922042229AGlaser DG400 · Truckee, CAA spoiler became disconnected and remained deployed. Stall on landing. Crashed short.Incident 19900613031879IGlaser DG400 · Hillsboro, ORProp departed aircraft on liftoff. Landed straight ahead. Found a torn prop drive belt and a sheared prop shaft.Incident 19880919062229IGlaser DG400 · Santa Rosa, CAChose to land motor glider in field due to fire fighting aircraft in trail with higher speed. Didnt want to delay itIncident 19861102067799IAmtr DG400 · Atlanta, GAMotorized glider entered pattern in unpowered mode. Unable to go around as ATC instructed. Gear not locked down.Accident 19860428070511AAmtr DG400 · Julian, PAPilot failed to avoid another glider inflight. Pilot was not wearing glasses when mid air with 686U occurred.Accident 19830605022699AAmtr DG400 · Morrisville, VTMotorized glider crashed through fence when wing caught in vegatation off side of runway during takeoff.
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Service difficulty reports
No reports name this modelGeneral aviation reporting is voluntary.