Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment
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What to do
Operators must amend the Flight Manual within 30 days of the effective date, following the instructions in the manufacturer’s service bulletin. Flight crews should be informed of the changes and operate the sailplanes according to the updated manual. Incorporating later approved revisions of the Flight Manual that include these amendments is also acceptable for compliance.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0017 is an amendment concerning the Aircraft Flight Manual for Zakłady Lotnicze Margański & Mysłowski S.A. MDM-1 “Fox” and MDM-1P “Fox-P” sailplanes. It addresses safety issues related to spin recovery procedures during aerobatic flights. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these sailplanes.
What changed
This directive requires amending the Flight Manual to include improved descriptions of sailplane behavior during stall and spin conditions, as well as updated spin recovery procedures. The amendment is based on a service bulletin issued by the manufacturer, which provides instructions for implementing these changes. No previous airworthiness directives are superseded by this amendment.
Why it matters
The amendment is critical because previous flight manuals lacked information on different spin initiation methods and recovery techniques, which contributed to accidents during aerobatic flights. Ensuring pilots have accurate and comprehensive recovery procedures reduces the risk of loss of control. Compliance with this directive is essential for maintaining the continuing airworthiness and safe operation of affected sailplanes.
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