Service Bulletin
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Overview
This Service Bulletin from Flight Design provides a repair procedure for additional wire protection in specific aircraft models. It outlines the necessary steps to prevent electrical short circuits due to wire insulation damage.
- Immediate action is required for compliance within the next 10 hours.
- Affected aircraft models include CT, MC, CTSW, CTLS, and CTLS-ELA.
- The document emphasizes the importance of following instructions to avoid serious injury or damage.
- The repair can be performed by aircraft owners with possible support from an inspector.
- The task is estimated to take approximately 1 hour.
- No specific weight and balance information is applicable.
- The technical content is approved under EASA authority.
- Documentation of the completed service must be logged in the aircraft log book.
Document
Source
Originally published by flightdesign.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type ·
- Service Bulletins
- Year ·
- 2019
- File size ·
- 606 KB
- Publisher ·
- flightdesign.com
- Language ·
- en
What is the Service Bulletin?
The Service Bulletin is a service bulletins for the Flight Design CTLS, dated 2019.
Where does the Service Bulletin come from?
This copy of the Service Bulletin was originally published by flightdesign.com and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.
What year was the Service Bulletin published?
The Service Bulletin — the Flight Design CTLS service bulletins on file — is dated 2019.
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In this document
Affected Aircraft
The bulletin applies to CT and MC aircraft models including CTSW, CTLS, CTLS-ELA, and their respective serial numbers.
Reason
An electrical short circuit occurred due to damage of wire insulation leading to contact with a grounded steel part.
Compliance
Immediate action is required, with compliance to be shown within the next 10 hours.
Instructions
Detailed steps for inspecting and protecting wires are provided, including the use of pyrosil tape.
Personnel Qualifications
The task can be performed by the aircraft owner, potentially with support from an aircraft inspector.
Release to Service
Inspection of the service bulletin's conduct must be performed by an aircraft inspector according to national regulations.
Safety notes
- Non-compliance with these instructions could result in further damages, personal injuries, or death.
- Careful inspection of wires for wear on insulation is crucial before applying protective tape.
Full document text
Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-15 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 1 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH Service Bulletin Repair procedure to additional wires protection SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-15 Repeating Symbols: Please pay attention to the following symbols throughout this document emphasizing particular information. ▲Warning: Identifies an instruction, which if not followed may cause serious injury or even death. ■ Caution: Denotes an instruction which if not followed, may severely damage the aircraft or could lead to suspension of warranty. ● Note: Information useful for better handling. 1 Planning Information 1.1 Affected Aircraft Type: CT and MC Model: CTSW, CTLS, CTLS-ELA, CTSW-LSA, CTLS-LSA, MC Serial Number: CTSW: E-18-10-55. CTLS: F-18-10-52, F-18-10-54, F-18-11-03, F-18-11-04, F-19-03-01, F-19-04-51, F-19-04-55, F-19-05-01, F-19-05-02, F-19-05-05, F-19-05-06, F-19-08-52, F-19-11-01, F-19-11-02, F-19-11-04. CTLS-ELA: F-18-08-51, F-18-08-52, F-18-11-05, F-19-08-51, F-18-09-01. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 2 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH CTSW-LSA: D-19-05-03. CTLS-LSA: F-18-07-02, F-18-07-03, F-18-03-01, F-18-03-02, F-18-09-02, F-18-09-05, F-18-10-50. MC: A-19-01-06. Applicable Countries: Not limited 1.2 Concurrent Documents - none - 1.3 Reason An electrical short circuit occurred due to damage of the wire insulation that lead to contact of the wire to the steel part connected to electrical ground. 1.4 Subject Repair procedure to additional wires protection for aircraft owners. 1.5 Compliance This Service Bulletin requires immediate action. Compliance must be shown within the next 10 hours. ▲Warning: Non-compliance with these instructions could result in further damages, personal injuries or death. 1.6 Approval The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of DOA ref. EASA.21J.416 1.7 Type of Maintenance Line 1.8 Personnel Qualifications Aircraft owner, case dependent supported by an aircraft inspector as per national regulations. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 3 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH 1.9 Release to Service Conduct of this SB must be inspected by an aircraft inspector according to the national applicable regulations for the country of registry of the aircraft. 1.10 Weight and Balance Not applicable 1.11 References Not applicable 1.12 Superseded Documents - none - 1.13 Contact Details For further information on conduct of this SB, or to report any Safety of Flight or Service Difficulty issues contact your Distributor responsible for your country. Your Distributor can be located via the Flight Design general aviation GmbH website: www.flightdesign.com under “Dealer Location”. In cases where the local distributor is not known or available contact Flight Design general aviation GmbH directly: customer.care@flightdesign.com Specific contact in USA: Flight Design USA P.O. Box 325 South Woodstock, CT 06267 Tel: 860 963 7272 / Fax: 860 963 7152 Web: www.flightdesignUSA.com E-Mail: airworthiness@flightdesignUSA.com In cases where the local distributor is not known or available contact Flight Design general aviation GmbH directly: airworthiness@flightdesign.com. 1.14 Disclaimer This Service Bulletin has been generated with utmost care. Nevertheless errors and misunderstandings can never be fully excluded. In case of any doubts the applicant of this Service Bulletin is requested to contact Flight Design immediately to clarify the issue. 2 Resources -none- Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 4 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH 2.1 Workshop Conditions -none- 2.2 Parts -none- 2.3 Materials Additional wires protection set. 2.4 Tools Allen key 3 mm Philips screwdriver 2.5 Special Tools -none- 2.6 Manpower The described task can be performed within approximately 1 hours (working time). 2.7 Cost Not applicable 3 Instructions 3.1 General Inspect wires carefully for an indication of wear on the insulation before you wrap the wires with the tape. This chapter provides extended explanations for the sequential repair steps. See in the Table. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com
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SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 5 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH Step Action Reference 1 Remove Panel Right section. Unscrew panel mounting screws. 2 Open additional wires protection set. 3 Pull out the wires as much as possible. Panels mounting screws Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 6 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH 4 Remove the protective film from pyrosil tape. Wind the pyrosil tape around the wires*. *Installation: Stretch tape during installation using at least a 50% overlap. For best results, use on clean, dry surfaces free from dirt and oil. The protective layer must be at least 5 layers. 5 Return the wires to their original position. 6 Remove upper cowling. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 7 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH 7 Wrap fire protection hose around flange and wires. Tighten TY-wraps around flange and wires. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 8 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH 8 Remove the protective film from pyrosil tape. Wind the pyrosil tape around the wires*. *Installation: Stretch tape during installation using at least a 50% overlap. For best results, use on clean, dry surfaces free from dirt and oil. 9 Install Panel Right section and apper cowling. 3.2 Documentation Conduct of this SB must be logged in the aircraft log book with date and signature of the responsible Person conducting the SB. National regulations have to be considered. 4 Appendix 4.1 Changes to Previous Revision Original Issue – no changes 4.2 Feedback Template For further information or of Flight Service Difficulty issues FLIGHT DESIGN general aviation GmbH directly: airworthiness@flightdesign.com or info@flightdesign.com. Flight Design will assist solve any problem with your aircraft. Service Bulletin Flight Design general aviation GmbH Am Flugplatz 3, D-99820 Hörselberg Hainich, Airfield Eisenach-Kindel Web: www.flightdesign.com; Phone: +49 36920 7530-10 E-mail: airworthiness@flightdesign.com SB-ASTM-CTSW-16 SB-ASTM-CTLS-17 SB-CTLS-ELA-001 SB-ASTM–MC_-04 SB-LTUL-CTSW-15 SB-LTUL-CTLS-14 Revision 00 Date of Initial Publication : 20-Dec-2019 Publication Date of this Revision : 20-Dec-2019 PZ 2400 6014_00 Page 9 of 9 Flight Design general aviation GmbH This form has to be used to coordinate with Flight Design the required spare parts and to communicate the completion of the SB listed in the header of this page. Submission can be done by mail, Fax or as scanned copy by e-mail to Flight Design GmbH (see header of this page) or to your national Flight Design Distributor who will forward the information for you. Information to obtain spare parts Aircraft Type: CT Model: CT__ Serial Number: ___________________ Aircraft Owner, Name and Address: ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ Check question 1 Yes No Check Question 2 Yes No Confirmation of Completion Conduct of this SB has been done at the following workshop: ___________________________________________________________________ Responsible Mechanic: ___________________________________________________________________ Date: _________ Location: ________________ Signature: ______________ Warning: As long as the form has not been submitted to Flight Design, this SB is considered not complied-with for the respective aircraft.