SAIB CE-01-24

SPECIAL

AIRWORTHINESS

INFORMATION

BULLETIN Aircraft Certification Service Washington, DC U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration No. CE-01-24 May 30, 2001 We post SAIBs on the internet at "av-info.faa.gov" This is information only. Recommendations are not mandatory.

Introduction This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) provides you, an owner or operator of Rolladen- Schneider Models LS-6, LS-7 and LS-8, with safety information received from the German Civil Airworthiness Authority (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt) identifying a potential safety problem on the following:

• Potential of Canopy Jamming - Technical Bulletin (TB) Numbers 6036/2, 7011/2 and 8004/2

Background The Luftfahrt-Bundesamt issued Airworthiness Directives 1999-266/2, 1999-267/2 and 1999-268/2, for the models listed above identifying the potential of the canopy jamming while being jettisoned during flight.

These sailplane models do not have a US Type Certificate.

NOTE: The Model LS-6c has a U.S. type certificate. We issued Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2000-01- 06 for the Model LS-6c.

This safety issue however, is the same whether or not the sailplanes are type certificated. The FAA highly recommends that you comply with the TBs listed above. We have enclosed copies of the foreign ADs and TBs.

General Information We do not issue ADs for sailplanes without a U.S. type certificate. We will not track or enforce this safety issue, and will not use an SAIB to track all safety related items for non-type certificated products.

For Further Information Contact Mike Kiesov, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4144; facsimile: (816) 329-4090

Airworthiness Luftfahrt-Bundesamt ЛАВА Directive Airworthiness Directive Section Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26 1999-266/2 38108 Braunschweig Federal Republic of Germany Rolladen-Schneider Effective Date: March 15, 2001 Affected:

Kind of aeronautical product: Sailplane Manufacturer: Rolladen-Schneider, Egelsbach, Germany Type: LS 6 Models affected: All Serial numbers affected: All Note:

Please consider notes in the Technical Bulletin German Type Certificate No.:

Subject:

Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Reason / Action:

A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison. Install an edge protector on the deflector, if not already has been done.

The actions must be done in accordance with the instructions given in the Technical Bulletin.

Compliance:

Before the next flight.

Technical publication of the manufacturer:

Rolladen-Schneider Technical Bulletin No. 6036/2 dated February 12, 2001 which becomes herewith part of this AD and may be obtained from Messrs.:

Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau GmbH Mühlstrasse 10 D- 63329 Egelsbach Federal Republic of Germany Phone: ++ 49 6103 204126 Fax: ++ 49 6103 45526 Accomplisishment and log book entry:

Action to be accomplished by an approved service station and to be checked and entered in the log book by a licensed inspector.

Note:

This AD supersedes the AD-No. 1999-266 dated July 06, 1999..

Holders of affected aircraft registered in Germany have to observe the following:

As a result of the a.m. deficiencies, the airworthiness of the aircraft is affected to such an extent that after the expiry of the a.m. dates the aircraft may be operated only after proper accomplishment of the prescribed actions. In the interest of aviation safety outweighing the interest of the receiver in a postponement of the prescribed actions, the immediate compliance with this AD is to be directed Instructions about Available Legal Remedies:

An appeal to this notice may be raised within a period of one month following notification. Appeals must be submitted in writing or registered at the Luffahrt-Bundesamt, Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26, 38108 Braunschweig.

Enquiries regarding this Airworthiness Directive should be referred to Mr. Olaf Schneider, Airworthiness Directive Section at the above address, fax-no 0049 531/2355-720. Please note, that in case of any difficulty, reference should be made to the German issue!

Rolladen-Schneider Page 1 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 6036 / 2 LS6 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12. Feb.2001 Subject: Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Effectivity: All LS6 models (Versions LS6, LS6-a, LS6-b, LS6-c, LS6-c18, LS6-18w)

a) Serial numbers affected, as far as equipped with 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panels during production, see page 2.

Further serial numbers may be affected due to modification to this panel version.

The 27 cm (10.6 in) wide panel version may be affected due to lateral Accomplishment: Before next flight Reason: A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison.

When the plane is already equipped with a reflector according to TB 6036, this should be shortened by 10mm (0.4 in) and be covered with an edge protector. Details and view see working instruction.

Material and Instructions: 1. Rivet deflector with edge protector according to drawing 3R7-73a to upper instrument panel edge for above mentioned cases using 3 blind rivets 4mm Ø and washers

2. Fix placard "Minimum Cockpit Load" to under side of this deflector.

3. Nuts and bolts protruding from the instrument panel cover underside (for instance due to compass fittings) should be covered by a deflector according to drawing 4R7-74.

4. Lateral instrument panel extensions may require further measures depending on case or removal of extensions.

5. In any case of doubt, a jettison test should be performed together with a helper, as outlined on page 2.

Weight and Balance: Not affected.

Remarks: Technical Bulletin may be performed by owner, operator or national authority approved repair station.

Accomplishment must be entered into TB-AD-Accomplishment List in Maintenance Manual and signed by inspector.

LBA-approved:

1 3. 03. 01 не (TM6036 / 2) Geproft: Khaplea

Rolladen-Schneider Page 2 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 6036 / 2 LS6 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 This page is not altered compared to TB 6036 Inspection of Canopy Emergency Jettisson

a) Remove spring of rear canopy temporary hinge at rear canopy end after checking force required to lift canopy out of temporary hinge. Reference value between 8 and 15 kg (17.6 to 33 Ibs). When force is below reference, spring must be adjusted before re-assembly. (Required tool: hexagon head

b) "Pilot" with spring gauge in seat.

c) Both canopy locking levers in open position.

d) Force required to actuate jettisson 15 kg (33 Ibs) maximum. With force too high, the following places should be lubricated: Bushes of 4 canopy locking pins using grease Bowden cable from canopy separation to handle using engine oil Engaging lever and bolt in region of rotation using grease

e) With a helper at the canopy front end, canopy lifting speed due to gas strut can be reduced enough to visualize the system in operation. The instrument panel should in no case jam between canopy frames.

To connect the opening mechanism with the canopy, the pilot holds it at both locking levers in fuily open position. The helper pushes the spring loaded engaging bolt upward and connects both units by turning the engaging lever counter clockwise.

g) Re-assemble possibly adjusted spring of temporary hinge at rear canopy end.

The following serial numbers of LS6 / LS6-a have been delivered with the 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panel:

6046 6058 6021 6038 6057 6176 The following serial numbers LS6-b have been delivered with the 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument 6132 6134 6137 6141 6142 6151 6169 6179 6185 6186 6188 The delivery stautus of the following S/N LS6-b could not be verified:

6161 6176 6186 6146 6147 The following serial numbers LS6-c / LS6-c18 / LS6-18w have been delivered with the 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panel:

6216 6219 6225 6290 6300 6313 6326 6345 6346 6352 5353 The delivery status of the following S/N LS6-c / LS6-c18 / LS6-18w could not be verified:

6255 6237 6338 6342 6343 6363 6365 6278 6284 6299 6302 6317 6367 (TM6036 / 2) Ersen: 12. F60.2001 Sunk Geprüft Khapha

Rolladen-Schneider Working Instruction for Page 1 of 1 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 6036 / 2 LS6 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 Modification of the Deflector

1. Drill blind rivets. If need be, unscrew upper instruments (Hexagon head 2.5 mm und ratchet with 7mm socket) and place them on top of the second row.

2. Mark new fixing holes 10mm (0.4 in) offset from originals and drill. This enables to use the existing holes at the instrument panel edge.

3. Shorten straight edge of deflector by 10 mm, soften edge and paint black. Maximum depth of deflector after trimming is 100 mm (3.94 in).

4. Rivet deflector back to top of instrument panel, facing towards the pilot (Blind rivets Ø 4mm*6.5, large washers Ø4.3 * 12 * 1mm DIN 9021-St).

5. Push edge protector (as long as instrument panel allows) onto deflector edge.

Deflector with edge protector:

Instrumentenabdeckung Instrument panel cover Kantenschutzprofil MINDESTZULADUNG edge protector Abweiser

- NUR FÜR EIN Deflector Should the instrument panel cover be too short to allow the protector to fit underneath, contact manufacturer stating model and serial number.

(TM6036 / 2) copun Whapha

Airworthiness Luftfahrt-Bundesamt LIBA Directive Airworthiness Directive Section Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26 1999-267/2 38108 Braunschweig Federal Republic of Germany Rolladen-Schneider Effective Date: March 15, 2001 Affected:

Kind of aeronautical product: Sailplane Manufacturer: Rolladen-Schneider, Egelsbach, Germany Type: LS 7 Models affected: All Serial numbers affected:

Note:

Please consider notes in the Technical Bulletin German Type Certificate No.:

Subject:

Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Reason / Action:

A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison. Install an edge protector on the deflector, if not already has been done.

The actions must be done in accordance with the instructions given in the Technical Bulletin.

Compliance:

Before the next flight.

Technical publication of the manufacturer:

Rolladen-Schneider Technical Bulletin No. 7011/2 dated February 12, 2001 which becomes herewith part of this AD and may be obtained from Messrs.:

Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau GmbH Mühlstrasse 10 D- 63329 Egelsbach Federal Republic of Germany Phone: ++ 49 6103 204126 Fax: ++ 49 6103 45526 Accomplisishment and log book entry:

Action to be accomplished by an approved service station and to be checked and entered in the log book by a licensed inspector.

Note:

This AD supersedes the AD-No. 1999-267 dated July 06, 1999..

Holders of affected aircraft registered in Germany have to observe the following:

As a result of the a.m. deficiencies, the airworthiness of the aircraft is affected to such an extent that after the expiry of the a.m. dates the aircraft may be operated only after proper accomplishment of the prescribed actions. In the interest of aviation safety outweighing the interest of the receiver in a postponement of the prescribed actions, the immediate compliance with this AD is to be directed Instructions about Available Legal Remedies:

An appeal to this notice may be raised within a period of one month following notification. Appeals must be submitted in writing or registered at the Luftfaht-Bundesamt, Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26. 38108 Braunschweig.

Enquiries regarding this Airworthiness Directive should be referred to Mr. Olaf Schneider, Airworthiness Directive Section at the above address fax-no. 0049 531/2355-720. Please note, that in case of any difficulty, reference should be made to the German Issue!

Rolladen-Schneider Page 1 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 7011 / 2 LS7 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 Subject: Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Effectivity: All LST models (Versions LS7, LS7-WL)

a) Serial numbers affected, as far as equipped with 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panels during production, see page 2.

b) Further serial numbers may be affected due to modification to this panel

c) The 27 cm (10.6 in) wide panel version may be affected due to lateral Accomplishment: Before next flight Reason: A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison.

When the plane is already equipped with a reflector according to TB 6036, this should be shortened by 10 mm (0.4 in) and be covered with an edge protector. Details and view see working instruction.

Material and Instructions: 1. Rivet deflector with edge protector according to drawing 3R7-73a to upper instrument panel edge for above mentioned cases using 3 blind rivets 4mm Ø and washers.

2. Fix placard "Minimum Cockpit Load" to under side of this deflector.

3. Nuts and bolts protruding from the instrument panel cover underside (for instance due to compass fittings) should be covered by a deflector according to drawing 4R7-74.

4. Lateral instrument panel extensions may require further measures depending on case or removal of extensions.

5. In any case of doubt, a jettison test should be performed together with a helper, as outlined on page 2.

Weight and Balance: Not affected.

Remarks: Technical Bulletin may be performed by owner, operator or national authority approved repair station.

Accomplishment must be entered into TB-AD-Accomplishment List in Maintenance Manual and signed by inspector.

LBA-approved:

1 3. 03. 01 (TM7011 / 2) Erst: 12 F0.2001 Yet Gepruft: Whaplea

Rolladen-Schneider Page 2 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 7011 / 2 LS7 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / 1-B16 Edit. 12,Feb.2001 This page is not altered compared to 1B 7011 Inspection of Canopy Emergency Jettisson

a) Remove spring of rear canopy temporary hinge at rear canopy end after checking force required to lift canopy out of temporary hinge. Reference value between 8 and 15 kg (17.6 to 33 Ibs). When force is below reference, spring must be adjusted before re-assembly. (Required tool: hexagon head

b) "Pilot" with spring gauge in seat.

c) Both canopy locking levers in open position.

d) Force required to actuate jettisson 15 kg (33 Ibs) maximum. With force too high, the following places should be lubricated: Bushes of 4 canopy locking pins using grease Bowden cable from canopy separation to handle using engine oil Engaging lever and bolt in region of rotation using grease

e) With a helper at the canopy front end, canopy lifting speed due to gas strut can be reduced enough to visualize the system in operation. The instrument panel should in no case jam between canopy trames

f) To connect the opening mechanism with the canopy, the pilot holds it at both locking levers in fully open position. The helper pushes the spring loaded engaging bolt upward and connects both units by turning the engaging lever counter clockwise.

g) Re-assemble possibly adjusted spring of temporary hinge at rear canopy end.

The following serial numbers of LS7 and/or LS7-WL have been delivered with the 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panel:

7004 7017 7018 7033 7067 7073 7077 7079 7087 7090 7097 7102 7112 7121 7128 7137 7142 7147 7154 7159 7161 The delivery status of the following serial numbers could not be veryfied:

7001 7002 7022 and 7140 (TM7011 / 2) Ersal: 12502001 Ye/ cope Whaplea

Rolladen-Schneider Working Instruction for Page 1 of 1 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 7011 / 2 LS7 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 Modification of the Deflector

1. Drill blind rivets. If need be, unscrew upper instruments (Hexagon head 2.5 mm und ratchet with 7mm socket) and place them on top of the second row.

2. Mark new fixing holes 10mm (0.4 in) offset from originals and drill. This enables to use the existing holes at the instrument panel edge.

3. Shorten straight edge of deflector by 10 mm, soften edge and paint black. Maximum depth of deflector after trimming is 100 mm (3.94 in).

4. Rivet deflector back to top of instrument panel, facing towards the pilot (Blind rivets Ø 4mm*6.5, large washers (Ø4.3 * 12 * 1mm DIN 9021-St).

5. Push edge protector (as long as instrument panel allows) onto deflector edge.

Deflector with edge protector:

Instrumentenabdeckung instrument panel cover Kantenschutzprofil MINDESTZULADUNG _ kg edge protector Abweiser NUR FÜR EINFLUG Deflector Should the instrument panel cover be too short to allow the protector to fit underneath, contact manufacturer stating model and serial number.

(TM7011 / 2) Entet 0200 Чииke Geprüft Whapka

Airworthiness Luftfahrt-Bundesamt Directive Airworthiness Directive Section Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26 1999-268/2 38108 Braunschweig Federal Republic of Germany Rolladen-Schneider Effective Date: March 15, 2001 Affected:

Kind of aeronautical product: Sailplane Manufacturer: Rolladen-Schneider, Egelsbach, Germany Type: LS 8 Models affected:

Serial numbers affected:

Note:

Please consider notes in the Technical Bulletin German Type Certificate No.:

Subject:

Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Reason / Action:

A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison. Install an edge protector on the deflector, if not already has been done.

The actions must be done in accordance with the instructions given in the Technical Bulletin.

Compliance:

Before the next flight.

Technical publication of the manufacturer:

Rolladen-Schneider Technical Bulletin No. 8004/2 dated February 12, 2001 which becomes herewith part of this AD and may be obtained from Messrs.:

Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau GmbH Mühlstrasse 10 D- 63329 Egelsbach Federal Republic of Germany Phone: ++ 49 6103 204126 Fax: ++ 49 6103 45526 Accomplisishment and log book entry:

Action to be accomplished by an approved service station and to be checked and entered in the log book by a licensed inspector.

Note:

This AD supersedes the AD-No. 1999-268 dated July 06, 1999.

Holders of affected aircraft registered in Germany have to observe the following:

As a result of the a.m. deficiencies, the airworthiness of the aircraft is affected to such an extent that after the expiry of the a.m. dates the aircraft may be operated only after proper accomplishment of the prescribed actions. In the interest of aviation safety outweighing the interest of the receiver in a postponement of the prescribed actions, the immediate compliance with this AD is to be directed Instructions about Available Legal Remedies:

An appeal to this notice may be raised within a period of one month following notification. Appeals must be submitted in writing or registered at the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt, Hermann-Blenk-Str. 26, 38108 Braunschweig.

Enquiries regarding this Airworthiness Directive should be referred to Mr. Olaf Schneider, Airworthiness Directive Section at the above address, fax-no. 0049 531/2355-720. Please note, that in case of any difficulty, reference should be made to the German issuel

Rolladen-Schneider Page 1 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 8004 / 2 LS8 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 Subject: Obstruction of emergency canopy jettison and avoidance of possible injuries Effectivity: All LS8 models.

(Versions LS8, LS8-a and LS8-18)

a) Serial numbers affected, as far as equipped with 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panels during production, see page 2.

b) Further serial numbers may be affected due to modification to this panel Version,

c) The 27 cm (10.6 in) wide panel version may be affected due to lateral extensions.

Accomplishment: Before next flight Reason: A deflector on the upper instrument panel edge avoids possible jamming of the instrument panel between the canopy mounted panel cover after actuation of the canopy emergency jettison.

When the plane is already equipped with a reflector according to TB 6036, this should be shortened by 10mm (0.4 in) and be covered with an edge protector. Details and view see working instruction.

Material and Instructions: 1. Rivet deflector with edge protector according to drawing 3R7-73a to upper instrument panel edge for above mentioned cases using 3 blind rivets 4mm Ø and washers.

2. Fix placard "Minimum Cockpit Load" to under side of this deflector.

3. Nuts and bolts protruding from the instrument panel cover underside (for instance due to compass fittings) should be covered by a deflector according to drawing 4R7-74.

4. Lateral instrument panel extensions may require further measures depending on case or removal of extensions

5. In any case of doubt, a jettison test should be performed together with a helper, as outlined on page 2 Weight and Balance: Not affected.

Remarks: Technical Bulletin may be performed by owner, operator or national authority approved repair station.

Accomplishment must be entered into TB-AD-Accomplishment List in Maintenance Manual and signed by inspector.

LBA-approved:

1 3. 03. 01 (TM8004 / 2) Esten. 12, 00. 2001 Cek Geprüft: Whapka

Rolladen-Schneider Page 2 of 2 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 8004 / 2 LS8 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit. 12.Feb.2001 Inspection of Canopy Emergency Jettisson Remove spring of rear canopy temporary hinge at rear canopy end after checking force required to lift canopy out of temporary hinge. Reference value between 8 and 15 kg (17.6 to 33 Ibs). When force is below reference, spring must be adjusted before re-assembly. (Required tool: hexagon head key 2.5 mm)

b) "Pilot" with spring gauge in seat.

c) Both canopy locking levers in open position.

d) Eorce required to actuate jettisson 15 kg (33 Ibs) maximum. With force too high, the following places should be lubricated: Bushes of 4 canopy locking pins using grease Bowden cable from canopy separation to handle using engine oil Engaging lever and bolt in region of rotation using grease With a helper at the canopy front end, canopy lifting speed due to gas strut can be reduced enough to visualize the system in operation. The instrument panel should in no case jam between canopy frames.

To connect the opening mechanism with the canopy, the pilot holds it at both locking levers in fully open position. The helper pushes the spring loaded engaging bolt upward and connects both units by turning the engaging lever counter clockwise.

g) Re-assemble possibly adjusted spring of temporary hinge at rear canopy end.

The following serial numbers of LS8-a and/or LS8-18 have been delivered with the 40 cm (15.75 in) wide instrument panel:

8036 8038 8039 8047 8056 8059 8060 8061 8066 8076 8077 8079 8080 8094 8097 8104 8106 8118 8119 8130 8137 8146 8147 8148 8150 8151 8152 8153 8159 8169 8171 8173 8174 8175 8178 8180 8181 8195 8197 8198 8199 8200 8202 8212 8214 8215 8217 8218 8221 8222 8223 8224 8225 8226 8227 8232 8243 8244 8245 8246 8249 8250 8295 8296 8268 8305 8309 8317 8322 8337 For serial numbers 8001, 8002, 8004, 8005, 8040, 8044, 8055 8095, 8258, 8259, 8267, 8268, and 8297 the delivery status could not be veryfied.

(TM8004 / 2) iT 020 Wolf Sente

Rolladen-Schneider Working Instruction for Page 1 of 1 Flugzeugbau GmbH Technical Bulletin No. 8004 / 2 LS8 LBA-Nr. EB-4 / I-B16 Edit 12.Feb.2001 Modification of the Deflector

1. Drill blind rivets. If need be, unscrew upper instruments (Hexagon head 2.5 mm und ratchet with 7mm socket) and place them on top of the second row.

2. Mark new fixing holes 10mm (0.4 in) offset from originals and drill. This enables to use the existing holes at the instrument panel edge.

3. Shorten straight edge of deflector by 10 mm, soften edge and paint black. Maximum depth of deflector after trimming is 100 mm (3.94 in).

4. Rivet deflector back to top of instrument panel, facing towards the pilot (Blind rivets Ø 4mm*6.5, large washers Ø4.3 * 12 * 1mm DIN 9021-St).

5. Push edge protector (as long as instrument panel allows) onto deflector edge.

Deflector with edge protector:

Instrumentenabdeckung instrument panel cover Kantenschutzprofil MINDESTZULADUNG kg edge protector Abweiser Deflector Should the instrument panel cover be too short to allow the protector to fit underneath, contact manufacturer stating model and serial number.

(TM8004 / 2) in 210 Wolf Runk corn haplea