Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus

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Summary

0.1 Record of revisions

0.2 Verzeichnis der Seiten; List of effective pages

1. General

1.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 1 content.

1.2 Certification basis

Details LBA approval and certification of the sailplane.

1.3 Warnings, cautions and notes

Defines and explains safety notations used in the manual.

1.4 Descriptive data

Provides technical specifications and descriptions of the sailplane.

1.5 Three-side view

Illustrates sailplane dimensions and layout from three views.

2. Limitations

2.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 2 content.

2.2 Airspeed

Details airspeed limitations and their operational significance.

2.3 Airspeed indicator markings

Explains airspeed indicator markings and color code significance.

2.10 Flight crew

Information regarding the flight crew and their roles.

2.11 Kinds of operation

Specifies the approved kinds of operation for the sailplane.

2.12 Minimum equipment

Lists the minimum required equipment for operation.

2.13 Aerotow and winch launch

Procedures and limitations for aerotow and winch launch.

2.14 Other limitations

Covers other operational limitations not previously specified.

2.15 Limitation placards

Details placards related to operational limitations.

2.6 Weights (masses)

2.7 Center of gravity

Defines the sailplane's center of gravity limits and positions.

2.8 Approved maneuvers

2.9 Maneuvering load factors

Details the maneuvering load factors that must not be exceeded.

2.10 Flight crew

2.11 Kinds of operation

2.12 Minimum equipment

2.13 Aerotow and winch launch

2.14 Other limitations

2.15 Limitation placards

3. Emergency procedures

3.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 3 content.

3.2 Canopy jettisoning

3.3 Bailing out

Explains the procedure for bailing out of the sailplane.

3.4 Stall recovery

3.5 Spin recovery

Details the method for recovering from a spin.

3.6 Spiral dive recovery

3.9 Other emergencies

4. Normal operating procedures

4.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 4 content.

4.2 Rigging and de-rigging

4.3 Daily inspection

4.4 Pre-flight inspection

4.5 Normal procedures and recommended speeds

Covers normal flight procedures and recommended speeds.

5. Performance

5.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 5 content.

5.2 LBA-approved data

5.2.1 Airspeed indicator system calibration

Details calibration of the airspeed indicator system.

5.2.2 Stall speeds

Provides stall speeds for various conditions.

5.2.4 Additional information

5.3 Non-LBA-approved additional information

5.3.1 Demonstrated crosswind performance

Describes demonstrated crosswind capabilities.

5.3.2 Flight polar

Presents flight polar data for the sailplane.

6. Weight (mass) and balance

6.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 6 content.

6.2 Weight (mass) and balance record and permitted payload range

7. Description of the sailplane and its systems

7.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 7 content.

7.2 Cockpit description

Details the components and layout of the sailplane's cockpit.

7.4 Undercarriage

7.5 Seats and restraint systems

Details the sailplane's seats and restraint systems.

7.6 Static pressure and Pitot pressure system

7.7 Airbrake system

Describes the sailplane's airbrake system.

7.8 Baggage compartment

7.9 Water ballast system(s)

Describes the sailplane's water ballast system.

8. Sailplane handling, care and maintenance

8.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 8 content.

8.2 Sailplane inspection periods

8.3 Sailplane alterations or repairs

Details procedures for alterations and repairs.

8.4 Ground handling; road transport

8.5 Cleaning and care

Details procedures for cleaning and caring for the sailplane.

9. Supplements

9.1 Introduction

Introduction to Section 9 content.

9.2 List of inserted supplements