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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
G13CE
Revision 2
Alexander Schleicher GmbH
ASW 28
May 23, 2022
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET No. G13CE
This data sheet which is a part of Type Certificate No. G13CE prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for
which the Type Certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
Type Certificate Holder. Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau
Alexander-Schleicher-Str. 1
36163 Poppenhausen
Germany
1. Model ASW 28 Glider, Utility Category, approved December 19, 2002.
Description. The ASW 28 is a one-seat, mid-winged, all composite glider with a retractable main
landing gear, hydraulic disc brakes, and a T-shaped tail. It has a wing with a span of 49
ft (15 m), Schempp-Hirth brake-flaps on the upper surface, water ballast tanks, and
winglets.
Airspeed Limits (I.A.S.). Maximum Airspeeds in Calm Air
VNE (Never exceed) km/h kts mph
0 - 19685 ft alt. (0 – 6000 m) 270 146 168
19685 - 26247 ft alt. (6000 – 8000 m) 236 127 147
26247 - 32808 ft alt. (8000 – 10000 m) 209 113 130
Never Exceed All Altitudes
Dive Brakes 270 146 168
VL (Landing gear) 200 108 124
VB (Rough air) 200 108 124
VA (Maneuvering) 200 108 124
VT (Aero tow) 170 92 106
VW (Winch launch) 140 76 87
C.G. Range. 8.74 to 13.58 in (222 to 345mm) aft of datum
Datum. Wing leading edge at wing root rib
Empty Weight C.G. Reference Alexander Schleicher ASW 28 Maintenance Manual,
Section 6.4, Figure 6.4-1, Diagram of Empty Weight C.G. position, dated July 2, 2001
Leveling Means. Wedge 1000:49 on the rear end of the fuselage tail boom edge horizontal
Maximum Weight. 1157 lbs (525 kg) including water ballast
No. of Seats. 1 Seat
Baggage. The baggage compartment is limited to 26.5 lbs (12 kg).
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Control Surface Movements. Elevator Up 18º to 22º
Down 18º to 22º
Rudder Left 29º to 33º
Right 29º to 33º
Aileron Up 20º to 25º
Down 12º to 15º
Weak Link. Ultimate strength: For winch launch Max 1455 lbs (660 kg)
For aero tow Max 1455 lbs (660 kg)
Serial Nos. Eligible. See Import Requirements.
Certification Basis. 1) Code of Federal Regulations (CRF), 14CRF21, Effective February 1, 1965,
Amendment 21-1 through 21-71.
2) "Joint Airworthiness Requirements (JAR) for Sailplanes and Powered Sailplanes",
JAR-22 through Change 5, Issued October 28, 1995.
3) The FAA act of 1958 Section 611(b).
4) Exemption no. 4988 (External Markings) to 14CFR45, Effective April 20, 1964,
Amendments 45-1 through 45-16, Section 45.11(a) and (d) (External Identification
Plate).
5) Date of Application for U.S. Type Certificate: November 7, 2000.
The German Airworthiness Authority, the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) originally type
certificated this glider under its Type Certificate (TC) No. 423, issued July 18, 2001.
Effective September 28, 2003, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) began
oversight of this model and the LBA TC was deemed to be issued by EASA. The EASA
Type Certificate No. is EASA.A.017.
Import Requirements. A U.S. Standard Airworthiness Certificate may be issued on the basis of an Export
Certificate of Airworthiness (Export C of A) signed by a representative of the German
Airworthiness Authority (LBA), on behalf of the European Community. The Export C of
A should contain the following statement: "The glider covered by this certificate has
been examined, tested and found to conform to the type design approved under FAA
Type Certificate No. G13CE and is in condition for safe operation."
All Model ASW 28 serial numbers are eligible for U.S. Standard Airworthiness
Certificate when:
For gliders exported to the U.S. prior to FAA type certificate approval:
1) The FAA inspector is provided with the original Export C of A issued by the
LBA which certifies the glider conforms to the LBA TC No. 423, and
2) The glider is found to be in condition for safe operation by the FAA inspector.
For gliders exported to the U.S. after the FAA type certificate approval:
1) The FAA inspector is provided with the original Export C of A issued by the
LBA which certifies the glider conforms to the FAA TC No. G13CE, and
2) The glider is found to be in condition for safe operation by the FAA inspector.
Refer to the applicable bilateral agreement to verify eligibility for import into the
United States of both new and used aircraft based on the scope of the agreement,
to identify any required statements by the exporting authority on the export
certificate of airworthiness (or equivalent document), and for procedures for
coordinating exceptions to conformity statements on these documents. Refer to
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FAA Order 8130.2, Airworthiness Certification of Aircraft, for requirements for
issuance of an airworthiness certificate for imported aircraft.
Equipment. The basic required equipment as prescribed in the applicable airworthiness regulations
(see Certification Basis) must be installed in the glider for certification.
Minimum Equipment:
1 - Airspeed Indicator (up to 162 kts (300 km/h) range)
1 - Altimeter
1 - Four-point safety harness
1 - Parachute or back cushion (at least 3.25 in (8cm) thick when compressed)
1 - ASW 28 Glider Flight Manual
Service Information. Each of the documents listed below must state that it is approved by the EASA or – for
approvals made before September 28, 2003 – by the German Airworthiness Authority
(LBA):
• Service bulletins
• Structural repair manuals
• Vendor manuals
• Aircraft flight manuals
• Overhaul and maintenance manuals
The FAA accepts such documents and considers them FAA-approved for type design
data only unless one of the following conditions exists:
• The documents change the limitations, performance, or procedures of the FAA
approved manuals.
The FAA uses post type validation procedures to approve these documents. The FAA
may delegate on a case-by-case basis to EASA to approve these on behalf of the FAA for
the U.S. type certificate. If this is the case, it will be noted on the document.
NOTES.
NOTE 1. Current weight and balance report including list of equipment in certificated empty weight, and loading
instructions when necessary must be provided at the time of original certification.
NOTE 2. The placards listed in the Alexander Schleicher ASW 28 Maintenance Manual must be displayed in the
locations defined.
NOTE 3. Section 4.3 of the Alexander Schleicher ASW 28 Maintenance Manual, titled "Airworthiness Limitations
Section", is FAA-approved, and it specifies mandatory replacement times, structural inspection intervals, and
related structural inspection procedures. These Airworthiness Limitations may not be changed without FAA
approval.
The ASW 28 Flight Manual is FAA approved. Limitations as defined in the Flight Manual may not be
changed without FAA approval.
NOTE 4. All external portions of the glider exposed to sunlight must be painted white, with the only exception of the
area for registration letters and the anti-collision paint as specified by the manufacturer.
NOTE 5. This glider is approved for limited aerobatics, as specified in the Flight Manual, WITHOUT water ballast on
board.
NOTE 6. Major structural repairs must be accomplished by a properly certificated mechanic in accordance with data
approved by the FAA.
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