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Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd
AIRCRAFT TYPE & MODEL
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Jabiru J400
Owners Manual
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DETAILS OF MANUFACTURER
Airport Drive
Bundaberg Queensland 4670
Australia
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 5186
Bundaberg West Queensland 4670
Australia
Telephone:
Email:
Info@jabiru.net.au
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07 4155 1778 (int. +61 7 4155 1778)
JABIRU
J400
Dated: SEPT 00
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  • Page 1 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual COVER PAGE ection: DETAILS OF MANUFACTURER Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Airport Drive Bundaberg Queensland 4670 Australia Postal Address: P.O. Box 5186 Bundaberg West Queensland 4670 Australia Telephone: 07 4155 1778 (int. +61 7 4155 1778) Email: Info@jabiru.net.au...
  • Page 2 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual APPROVAL PAGE Nationality and Registration Marks Australia Manufacturer Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Designation of Aircraft J400 Registration Number Aircraft Serial Number Page 0-2 of 2 REVISION Dated: SEPT 00...
  • Page 3 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION General Limitations Emergency Procedures Normal Procedures Performance Weight and Balance Statement Supplements Page 0-3 of 3 REVISION Dated: SEPT 00...
  • Page 4 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET Amendment No. Paragraph Signature. Date of (s)Affected Incorporation Incorporation of a General Amendment should be certified by inserting the date of incorporation & signature in the appropriate columns.
  • Page 5 Owners Manual INTRODUCTORY PAGE This Owners Manual is provided by Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd as a guide to the operation of the Jabiru J400 model aircraft. As the J400 model is an experimental amateur built kitplane, the characteristics, performance, limitations and other information may vary between individual aircraft.
  • Page 6 Section: 0 Owners Manual REVISIONS Revisions to this Manual will be distributed to all JABIRU Service Agents and to owners of aircraft registered with JABIRU AIRCRAFT Pty Ltd. Revisions should be examined immediately upon receipt and incorporated in this Manual.
  • Page 7 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual AIRFIELD PRESSURE The Airfield Pressure Altitude is that altitude registered ALTITUDE at the surface of the aerodrome by an altimeter with the pressure subscale set to 1013 millibars INDICATED AIRSPEED Indicated airspeed, which is the reading obtained from (I.A.S.)
  • Page 8 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual V s1 STALLING SPEED The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed at which the airplane is controllable in a specified configuration. V so STALLING SPEED The stall speed or minimum steady flight speed at...
  • Page 9 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 0 Owners Manual AIRPLANE PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT PLANNING TERMINOLOGY MAXIMUM CROSSWIND The velocity of the crosswind component for which VELOCITY adequate control of the airplane during takeoff and landing was actually demonstrated during the certification tests.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 1 Owners Manual GENERAL ection: Table of Contents 1.1. THREE VIEW DRAWING ______________________________________________2 1.2. DESCRIPTIVE DATA _________________________________________________3 1.2.1. ENGINE ______________________________________________________________ 3 1.2.2. PROPELLER __________________________________________________________ 3 1.2.3. APPROVED FUEL TYPES AND GRADES _________________________________ 3 1.2.4.

  • Page 11: Three View Drawing

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 1 Owners Manual GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL ection: 1.1.THREE VIEW DRAWING Ground Turning Radius = 6.4 metres. Dated: SEPT 00 Page 1-2 of 4 REVISION...

  • Page 12: Descriptive Data

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 1 Owners Manual 1.2. DESCRIPTIVE DATA 1.2.1.ENGINE Manufacturer: Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Aero Engines Division Type: 3300 Air Cooled 1.2.2.PROPELLER Manufacturer: Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Type: Fixed Pitch Wooden Dwg No. C000262-D60P43 Diameter: 60 inches (1524 mm)

  • Page 13: Tyre Inflation Pressures

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 1 Owners Manual 1.2.7.TYRE INFLATION PRESSURES Standard Mains: 168 kpa (24 psi) Nose: 84 - 105 kpa (12-15 psi) Dated: SEPT 00 Page 1-4 of 4 REVISION...
  • Page 14 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual LIMITATIONS ection: Table of Contents Table of Contents ___________________________________________________________1 2.1. INTRODUCTI0N _______________________________________________________2 2.2. TYPE OF OPERATION__________________________________________________2 2.3. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS_______________________________________________2 2.4. WEIGHTS and LOADING________________________________________________3 2.5. CENTRE OF GRAVITY LIMITS __________________________________________3 2.6. POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS ___________________________________________4 2.7.

  • Page 15: Introducti0N

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual LIMITATIONS ection: 2.1. INTRODUCTI0N Section 2 includes operating limitations, instrument markings and basic placards necessary for the safe operation of the airplane, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. Observance of these operating limitations is required.

  • Page 16: Weights And Loading

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual Airspeed Indicator Markings and their operational significance are shown below. MARKING KIAS SIGNIFICANCE Value/Range White Arc 50 – 70 Full flap operating range. Lower limit is max. weight Vso in landing configuration. Upper limit is max. speed permissible with flaps extended.

  • Page 17: Other Limitations

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual Radial Instrument Yellow Arc Green Arc Line/Arc Tachometer 3200 RPM Oil Temperature 50 o C - 118 O c 118 o C Oil Pressure - 220 - 525 Cylinder Head 75 o C - 175 O c...

  • Page 18: Flights With Doors Removed

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual 40 o c for takeoff at gross weight. 2.7.4. FLIGHTS WITH DOORS REMOVED Prohibited. 2.7.5. MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS Four (including Pilot). 2.7.6. MAXIMUM CROSSWIND VELOCITY 14 knots Page 2-5 of 5...

  • Page 19: Placards

    • This aircraft must be flown in accordance with the Owners Manual • Aerobatics Including spins are PROHIBITED • Noise Level at Full Power exceeds 95 dB(A). Ear Protection Should be worn AIRCRAFT TYPE : JABIRU J400 Designed and Manufactured in Australia by JABIRU AIRCRAFT Pty Ltd BUNDABERG QLD Fitted on the rear Face of the Forward Wing Spar Carry-through Beam in the Cabin Ceiling.
  • Page 20 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual LOADING LIMITATIONS 1. The maximum gross weight of the aircraft is not to P/No5098694-1 exceed 700 kg. 2. All baggage must be stowed either on the passenger seat, or in the compartment behind the rear of the seats 3.
  • Page 21 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 2 Owners Manual External Fuselage Static Port STATIC VENT KEEP CLEAR (P/No 5043094 Attach to LHS of Vertical Fin in line with Static Tube Electrical Earthing EARTH ON NOSE LEG P/No 5078064 Attach above the Earthing Pole adjacent to the Fuel Filler Cap.
  • Page 22 Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ection: Table of Contents 3.1. INTRODUCTION _____________________________________________________2 3.2. AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION ____________________________2 3.3. OPERATIONAL CHECKLISTS__________________________________________3 3.3.1. ENGINE FAILURES ____________________________________________________ 3 ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN _________________________________________3 ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF_________________________________3 ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT________________________________________________3 AIRSTART &...

  • Page 23: Introduction

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ection: 3.1.INTRODUCTION Section 3 provides checklist and other procedures for coping with emergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by aeroplane malfunctions are rare if proper preflight inspections and maintenance are practiced. Enroute weather emergencies can be minimised or eliminated by careful flight planning and good judgement when unexpected weather is encountered.

  • Page 24: Operational Checklists

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual 3.3.OPERATIONAL CHECKLISTS 3.3.1. ENGINE FAILURES ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN Throttle Idle Brakes Apply Ignition Switches Master Switch ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF Airspeed 80 KIAS Fuel Shutoff Valve Ignition Switches...
  • Page 25 & ignition, provided that the propeller is still windmilling. The propeller may stop windmilling below 80 KIAS. The JABIRU 3300 engine is a high compression (7.8 : 1) engine & therefore airstarts when the propeller has stopped rotating, without use of starter, are unlikely before reaching V ne.

  • Page 26: Fires

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual 3.3.2. FIRES FIRE DURING START ON GROUND Cranking CONTINUE to get a start that would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carburettor and into the engine. If engine starts,...

  • Page 27: Engine Fire In Flight

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT Throttle CLOSED Fuel Shutoff Valve Mag Switches Master Switch Fuel Pump Switch Cabin Air Airspeed 80 KIAS (if fire is not extinguished, increase glide speed to find an airspeed which will provide an incombustible mixture).

  • Page 28: Cabin Fire

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual CABIN FIRE Master Switch Vents/Cabin Air OPEN Land as soon as possible to inspect for damage. 3.3.3. FORCED LANDING EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER Airspeed 80 KIAS (flaps UP) Approach 65 KIAS (flaps DOWN)

  • Page 29: Precautionary Landing With Engine Power

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER Airspeed 75 KIAS Wing Flaps 1st Stage Fuel Pump Selected Field FLY OVER Note terrain and obstructions Radio and Electrical Switches Wing Flaps FULL ( on final approach )

  • Page 30: Ditching

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual DITCHING Radio Transmit MAYDAY on area frequency, giving location and intentions. Heavy Objects SECURE Approach High winds, heavy seas INTO wind Light winds, heavy swells Parallel to Swells Wing Flaps FULL...

  • Page 31: Electrical Power Supply System Malfunctions

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual 3.3.4. ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS If fuse blows, unload the circuit and replace fuse. If it blows again, continue to next airport and rectify. If main fuse fails, land at the next airport and replace. Run the engine; if the fuse again fails, rectify before continuing flight.

  • Page 32: Other Procedures

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual 3.4. OTHER PROCEDURES 3.4.1. CARBURETTOR HEAT This system serves to prevent the formation of ice within the carburettor, where it primarily forms on the throttle plates in such a manner as to obstruct the airflow, with resultant eventual engine stoppage.

  • Page 33: Low Oil Pressure

    Jabiru J400 Publicatin JP OM15 Section: 3 Owners Manual 3.4.3. LOW OIL PRESSURE A rapid drop from normal indicated pressure to indication "0” Action Observe for smell of oil Open cabin air vents Observe for signs of spilt oil on cowls,...
  • Page 34 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual NORMAL OPERATIONS ection: Table of Contents 4.1. INTRODUCTION_______________________________________________________2 4.2. SPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION _____________________________________2 4.3. CHECKLIST & PROCEDURES ___________________________________________4 4.3.1. PREFLIGHT INSPECTION ________________________________________________ 4 4.3.2. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE _____________________________________________ 8 4.3.3. STARTING ENGINE - COLD ENGINE. _____________________________________ 8 4.3.4.

  • Page 35: Introduction

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual NORMAL OPERATIONS ection: 4.1. INTRODUCTION Section 4 provides checklist and other procedures for the conduct of normal operations 4.2. SPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION The following speeds are based on a maximum weight of 700 kg and may be used for any lesser weight.
  • Page 36 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual Then retract flap fully and continue to climb at or 85 KIAS above Maximum Recommended Turbulent Air Penetration 91 KIAS Speed Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity 14 Knots Page 4-3 of 3...

  • Page 37: Checklist & Procedures

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.3. CHECKLIST & PROCEDURES 4.3.1. PREFLIGHT INSPECTION Prior to flight, the aircraft should be inspected in accordance with the following checklists and in the sequence shown in the following diagram: NOTE Visually check airplane for general condition during walk-around inspection.
  • Page 38 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual PREFLIGHT INSPECTION CHECKLISTS 2) FUEL (Both Wing Tanks) Remove Fuel Caps Fuel Quantity CHECK level in tank by dipstick. Water Check Before first flight of the day & after each refueling, use sampler cup & drain small quantity of fuel from each fuel tank sump quick-drain valve &...
  • Page 39 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 3) LEFT UNDERCARRIAGE Mount Bolts CHECK security Tyre CHECK inflation & wear. 4) STATIC SOURCE Static Source CHECK for blockage. 5) EMPENNAGE Tail Tie-down DISCONNECT Control Surfaces CHECK freedom of movement &...
  • Page 40 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 8) NOSE Propellor & Spinner CHECK for nicks & security Cowl REMOVE & CHECK security of engine components & systems, particularly mounts, spark plugs, wiring,fuel lines, baffles CHECK for oil leaks Engine Oil Level CHECK &...

  • Page 41: Before Starting Engine

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.3.2. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Preflight Inspection COMPLETE Seatbelts & Harness ADJUST & LOCK Fuel Shutoff Valve Radio/Intercom Brakes TEST & SET 4.3.3. STARTING ENGINE - COLD ENGINE. Carburettor Heat COLD Choke...

  • Page 42: Warm-Up And Functional Check

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.3.5. WARM-UP and FUNCTIONAL CHECK Warm-up the engine with a fast idle of 1000 - 1200 RPM until the oil temperature reaches 50 degrees C. During this phase, the cooling of the cylinder head is insufficient due to reduced airflow across the cylinders.

  • Page 43: Takeoff

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual the maximum RPM being produced. Wind conditions may effect, but as an average 2850 RPM should be seen. NOTE If the RPM is found to be more than 150 RPM lower than normal, the engine should be examined to determine the reason.

  • Page 44: Enroute Climb

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual Short Field Takeoff Wing Flaps 1st Stage Carburettor Heat COLD Brakes APPLY Throttle FULL OPEN Brakes RELEASE Elevator Control SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW Climb Speed 71 KIAS (until all obstacles are cleared).

  • Page 45: Landing

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.3.11. LANDING Normal Landing Airspeed 65 KIAS Wing Flaps FULL DOWN ( below 70 KIAS) Touchdown MAIN WHEELS FIRST Landing Roll LOWER NOSE WHEEL GENTLY Braking MINIMUM REQUIRED Short Field Landing...

  • Page 46: Securing Airplane

    * Never refuel an aircraft if fuel could be spilled on hot engine components (this should not be a problem with the JABIRU due to the location of the fuel tanks and fillers). * Use only approved fuel containers and never transport fuel in an unsafe manner.

  • Page 47: Taxiing

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.4.2 TAXIING When taxiing, it is important that speed and use of brakes be kept to a minimum and that all controls be utilized ( see Taxiing Diagram, Figure 4.1 ) to maintain directional control and balance.
  • Page 48 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual Figure 4.1 - Taxiing Diagram Page 4-15 of 15 REVISION Dated SEPT 00...

  • Page 49: Propellor Care

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.4.3. PROPELLOR CARE Full throttle runups over loose gravel are especially harmful to propellor tips. When takeoffs must be made over a gravel surface, it is very important that the throttle is advanced slowly.

  • Page 50: Baulked Landing

    4.4.9. VISIBLE MOISTURE Where flights are likely to include operations in visible moisture or rain, the use of RAIN-X window treatment is recommended. RAIN-X is available from JABIRU as Part No. PM0900. 4.4.10. STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine, turn OFF the ignition switches and turn OFF the Master Switch.

  • Page 51: Starting The Engine From External Power Source

    Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 4 Owners Manual 4.4.11. STARTING THE ENGINE FROM EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE Where it is necessary to start the engine from an external power source: Remove Top cowl Place jumper leads directly on battery terminals, ensuring...
  • Page 52 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 5 Owners Manual PERFORMANCE ection: Table of Contents Table of Contents ___________________________________________________________1 5.1. STALLING ____________________________________________________________2 5.1.1. STALL SPEEDS __________________________________________________________ 2 5.1.2. NATURE OF STALL WARNING ___________________________________________ 2 5.2. TAKEOFF & LANDING DISTANCES _____________________________________3 5.3. MAXIMUM CROSSWIND FOR TAKEOFF & LANDING _____________________3...
  • Page 53 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 5 Owners Manual PERFORMANCE ection: 5.1. STALLING 5.1.1. STALL SPEEDS (In KIAS and power off condition) Stage 1 Stage 2 Flap Setting Zero Takeoff Landing Maximum Takeoff & Landing Weight 5.1.2. NATURE OF STALL WARNING...
  • Page 54 Jabiru J400 Publication JP OM15 Section: 5 Owners Manual 5.2. TAKEOFF & LANDING DISTANCES Takeoff safety speed is 1.3 Vsi 71 KIAS Landing Approach speed ( Full Flap ) 65 KIAS The unfactored, sea-level takeoff distance to 50’ at NIL wind or slope, on a short dry grass surface, is 400 metres.
  • Page 55 6.5.1. Operational Aircraft Center of Gravity Details ______________________________ 9 6.6. Aircraft Equipment List ______________________________________________10 Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...

  • Page 56: Introduction

    Full Engine oil, and unusable fuel (0.5 kg) ………………………………………… ………………………………… Weight Control Officer Date. Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...

  • Page 57: Loading System

    Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...

  • Page 58: Calculating The Aircraft Operating Weights

    Because of this, there is no need to include front seat occupants when using these “Trim-Index Charts” to calculate the cg location. Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...
  • Page 59 “Take-Off Fuel Weight Line” marked in Step 1-8. Mark this point the “Take-Off Condition” Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...
  • Page 60 “Take-Off Condition” fall with the area bounded by the Line in the “Aircraft Trim Conditions” Graph. Page: 6- REVISIO Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...

  • Page 63: Weight Limits

    Rear Seat Station 1570-mm aft of datum Baggage Station 451-mm aft of datum Fuel Station Page: 6- Revision Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...
  • Page 64 Sound Curtain Seat Belts Electrical Storage Battery Fixed ballast As Detailed On Weighing Sheet Page: 6- Revision Dated July 02 C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\My Documents\My Common Documents\Jabiru Folder\Jabiru Pacific Full Line Cd PDF\Jabiru J-Series Aircraft\Owners Manuals\Owners manual Sect 6 Rev (2).doc...

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