EASA Regulations for Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Powered Sailplanes

2 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Powered Sailplanes.

EASA AD 2024-0059

Doors — Canopy Locking Mechanism — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0059 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus, Nimbus-4D, Nimbus-4DT, Nimbus-4DM, and DuoDiscus T sailplanes. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the canopy locking mechanism on these sailplanes. It mandates a modification to prevent the canopy from opening unexpectedly during flight.

Mar 5, 2024

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EASA AD 2019-0033

Engine Fuel & Control — Carburettor Throttle Valve Shaft Linkage — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0033 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and modification of the carburettor throttle valve shaft linkage on Nimbus-4M and Nimbus-4DM powered sailplanes equipped with SOLO 2625 02 engines. The directive targets the spring pins used in the linkage, specifying that pins with a diameter smaller than 3 mm must be replaced. This AD aims to ensure continued safe engine power control on affected sailplanes.

Feb 14, 2019

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