EASA Regulations for Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Ventus Sailplanes

3 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Ventus Sailplanes.

EASA AD 2022-0229

Flight Controls — Airbrake Control — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0229 is an airworthiness directive affecting all serial numbers of the Schempp-Hirth Ventus-2a and Ventus-2b sailplanes. It addresses potential damage to the airbrake control system components, specifically the airbrake bell cranks and drive funnels, which could lead to uncommanded airbrake deployment and reduced sailplane control. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 28, 2022

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EASA AD 2020-0063

Flight Controls — Flaperon Control — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0063 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the flaperon control system on Schempp-Hirth Ventus-2 series sailplanes and powered sailplanes. It specifically applies to all serial numbers of Ventus-2a, Ventus-2b, Ventus-2c, Ventus-2cM, and Ventus-2cT models. The directive mandates inspections to detect corrosion on the flaperon actuation push rod and associated components to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 18, 2020

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EASA AD 2019-0079

Flight Controls — Air Brake Control — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0079 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Schempp-Hirth Ventus c, Ventus cT, and Ventus cM sailplanes and powered sailplanes. The directive addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the air brake control system to prevent damage and potential uncommanded airbrake deployment.

Apr 3, 2019

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