# Glaser-Dirks DG-500M

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 3802552
- Manufacturer (registry): GLASER-DIRKS
- Model: DG-500M
- Aircraft type: Glider
- Category: Glider
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS G59EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/G59EU) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: DG Aviation GmbH
- Registered aircraft: 5
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/glaser-dirks-dg-500m

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [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 2020-13-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-13-09): Cabin Systems · DG Flugzeugbau DG-1000S, DG-1000T, DG-500 Elan Orion and 5 more. Effective Aug 26, 2020
- [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 2012-06-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-06-15): Equipment/Furnishing · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer, DG-500/20 Elan and 3 more. Effective May 15, 2012
- [AD 2012-06-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-06-13): Fuselage · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer, DG-500/20 Elan and 3 more. Effective May 4, 2012
- [AD 2007-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-01): Bolt of bearing stand 5RU61 · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500 Elan Orion, DG-500 Elan Trainer, DG-500/20 Elan and 3 more. Effective Oct 25, 2007
- [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 98-15-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-15-20): Center of Gravity Tow Release cable Pulley · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500M. Effective Sep 9, 1998
- [AD 98-12-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-12-04): Rudder Gap Seal · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500M. Effective Jul 21, 1998
- [AD 98-04-30](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-30): Propeller Mounting Plate Crack Inspection · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500M. Effective May 15, 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 96-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-04-12): Airbrake Control Hook-Up Shaft · DG Flugzeugbau DG-500M. Effective Mar 29, 1996

## Information bulletins (advisory) (2)

- [SAIB CE-06-42](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-06-42): . Issued Apr 18, 2006
- [SAIB CE-05-85](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-85): . Issued Sep 20, 2005

## Registered aircraft (5)

- [N11KB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11KB): [Leonard Steven E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEONARD%20STEVEN%20E), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), S/N 6-79 M26
- [N503V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N503V): [Kleinhempel Uwe](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KLEINHEMPEL%20UWE), [Minden, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Minden), built 1990, S/N 5E24 M12
- [N505GG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N505GG): [Wxca LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WXCA%20LLC), [Edmonds, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Edmonds), S/N 5E161M61
- [N577SF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N577SF): [Museum Of Flight Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MUSEUM%20OF%20FLIGHT%20FOUNDATION), [Seattle, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Seattle), built 1995, S/N 5E143M57
- [N88DM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N88DM): [Garcia Roberto P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GARCIA%20ROBERTO%20P), [Spring Hill, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Spring%20Hill), S/N 5E97M43

## NTSB investigations (1)

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 LAX91LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA229), May 25, 1991: Glaser-Dirks DG-500M (N503V), Minden, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: AN ENGINE FAILURE PRODUCED AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT IMPROPERLY ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR MIXTURE JET.

## 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 20090629011299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090629011299I), Jun 29, 2009: Glaser DG500M (N505GG), Bozeman, MT, Minor damage. (-23) On June 29, 2009, at 1705 local time, a motorized glider, Glaser-dirks DG-500M, registered to high ridge airways, ltd, flown by [privacy data omitted]…
- [Accident 19910524017869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910524017869A), May 24, 1991: Glaser DG400 (N503V), Minden, NV, Substantial damage. Motorized glider lost power on climb. Crash landed. Carburetor adjusted too lean,caused detonation and overheat.

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (1)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [V674UL94](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E1C1EF6CEE5DC2EE862585990051C803.0001): UL94 Fuel Placard. Swift Fuels, LLC · PMA PQ04423CE · Modification part · Jun 7, 2020

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