EASA Regulations for Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus C

2 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus C.

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EASA AD 2022-0138

Jul 7, 2022

Flight Controls — Airbrake System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0138 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus, Duo Discus C, and Duo Discus T powered sailplanes of all serial numbers. It mandates inspections of the airbrake system to prevent blockage or jamming that could reduce control of the sailplane. The directive provides detailed inspection instructions based on Schempp-Hirth Technical Notes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus Sailplanes
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus T
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus C
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus T

EASA AD 2020-0233

Oct 27, 2020

Flight Controls — Airbrake End Stops / Bushings — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0233 addresses inspection and replacement requirements for airbrake end stops and bushings on Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus sailplanes, including Duo Discus (powered), Duo Discus C, and Duo Discus T models. The directive targets specific serial numbers and mandates actions to prevent airbrake malfunction due to age-related damage. It applies to plastic bushings of 22 mm and single metal end stops used in these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus Sailplanes
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus T
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus (powered)
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus C
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus T