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EVEKTOR – AEROTECHNIK a.s.
Letecka 1384
686 04 Kunovice
CZECH REPUBLIC
PILOT'S OPERATING
HANDBOOK
EV-97 model 2000, version R
tel.: +420 572 537 111
fax: +420 572 537 900
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  • Page 1 EVEKTOR – AEROTECHNIK a.s. tel.: +420 572 537 111 Letecka 1384 fax: +420 572 537 900 686 04 Kunovice marketing@evektor.cz CZECH REPUBLIC www.evektor.cz PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK EV-97 model 2000, version R...
  • Page 2 EVEKTOR – AEROTECHNIK a.s. Letecka 1384, Kunovice 686 04 Kunovice Czech Republic tel.: +420 572 537 111 fax: +420 572 537 900 FLIGHT MANUAL FOR ULTRA-LIGHT AEROPLANE Model: EV-97 EUROSTAR model 2000 version R Registration: ......Serial No.: ......Approved by: ......
  • Page 3 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 0.1 Record of revisions Any revision of the present manual, except actual weighing data, must be recorded in the following table and in case of approved Sections endorsed by the responsible airworthiness authority. The new or amended text in the revised pages will be indicated by a black vertical line in the left hand margin, and the Revision No..
  • Page 4 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR List of Effective Pages Section Page Date Section Page Date 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 10/2001 01/2001 10/2001 01/2001 10/2001 10/2001 01/2001 10/2001 10/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 10/2001 01/2001 2-10 01/2001 01/2001 2-11 10/2001 01/2001 2-12 01/2001 01/2001...
  • Page 5 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Section Page Date Section Page Date 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 10/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 4-10 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 01/2001 10/2001 01/2001 01/2001 04/2001 7-10 01/2001 01/2001...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 0.3 Table of Contents Section General ..................... 1 (a non-approved section) Limitations..................2 (an approved section) Emergency procedures ..............3 (an approved section) Normal procedures ................4 (an approved section) Performance ..................5 (a partly approved section) Weight and balance / equipment list ..........

  • Page 7: General

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 1 1. GENERAL 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Certification basis 1.3 Warnings, cautions and notes 1.4 Descriptive data 1.4.1 Aircraft description 1.4.2 Technical data 1.5 Three-view drawing Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 8 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction The aeroplane Flight Manual has been prepared to provide pilots and instructors with information for the safe and efficient operation of EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R ultra-light aeroplane. It also contains supplemental data supplied by the aeroplane manufacturer.
  • Page 9 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Warnings, cautions and notes The following definitions apply to warnings, cautions and notes in the flight manual. WARNING Means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads to an immediate or important degradation of the flight safety. CAUTION Means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads to a minor or possible long term degradation of the flight...
  • Page 10 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Descriptive data 1.4.1 Aircraft description EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R is an aircraft intended especially for recreational and touring flying, with a limitation to non- aerobatic operation. The EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R is a single engine, all metal, low-wing monoplane of semimonocoque...
  • Page 11 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 1.4.2 Technical data Wing span..........8.1 26.57 area ..........9.84 m 105.92 MAC ..........1.25 m 4.10 loading ........45.7 kg/m 9.37 lb/ft Aileron area ........0.21 m 2.26 Flap area ........0.52 m 5.60 Fuselage length..........5.98 m 19.62 width ..........1.04 m 3.41 height..........2.34 m 7.67...
  • Page 12 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Three-view drawing 26.57 ft 8.1 m 8.2 ft 2.5 m 7.38 ft 3.1 ft 2.25 m 0.94 m Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 13: Limitations

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 2 2. LIMITATIONS 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Airspeed 2.3 Airspeed indicator markings 2.4 Powerplant 2.5 Powerplant instrument markings 2.6 Miscellaneous instrument markings 2.7 Weight 2.8 Centre of gravity 2.9 Approved manoeuvres 2.10 Manoeuvring load factors 2.11 Crew 2.12 Kinds of operation 2.13 Fuel...
  • Page 14 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction Section 2 includes operating limitations, instrument markings and basic placards necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. Airspeed Airspeed limitations and their operational significance are shown below: Speed Remarks...

  • Page 15: Airspeed Indicator Markings

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Airspeed indicator markings Airspeed indicator markings and their colour-code significance are shown below: IAS value or range Marking Significance [km/h] [kts] White 58-125 31-67 Positive Flap Operating Range. Green 75-190 40-103 Normal Operating Range. Manoeuvres must be Yellow conducted with caution and...
  • Page 16 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Powerplant ROTAX 912 engine is installed in the aircraft of S/N Engine Model: ROTAX 912A (or UL) ROTAX 912S (or ULS) Engine Manufacturer: Bombardier-Rotax GMBH 59.6 kW / 80 hp 73.5 kW / 100 hp Max Take-off: at 5800 rpm, max.5 min.

  • Page 17: Powerplant Instrument Markings

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Powerplant instrument markings The analogous powerplant instruments are installed in the EV-97 aeroplane model 2000 version R, with following colour marking Function Minimum Normal Caution Maximum Limit Operating Range Range (red line) (green arc) (yellow arc) (red line) Engine speed...

  • Page 18: Miscellaneous Instrument Markings

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Miscellaneous instrument markings • Fuel gauge A fuel reserve of 11 litre (2.90 USgals) is indicated by yellow pilot lamp. Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN 10/2001...
  • Page 19 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Weight Empty weight (standard equipment) ..275 kg ± 3 % 606 lbs ± 3 % NOTE Actual empty weight is stated in SECTION 6, par. 6.2 Max. take-off weight ........450 kg Max landing weight........450 kg 992 lbs Max.
  • Page 20 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 2.10 Manoeuvring load factors Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 21: Kinds Of Operation

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 2.11 Crew Minimum crew .............1 Minimum crew weight ........55 kg 121 lb Maximum crew weight .......see 6.2 WARNING Abide with max. take-off weight 450 kg (992 lb)! 2.12 Kinds of operation There are permitted day VFR flights only. WARNING IFR flights and flights under icing conditions are PROHIBITED! Instruments and equipment for VFR flights:...

  • Page 22: Maximum Passenger Seating

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 2.13 Fuel • automotive petrol with min RON 95 • EN 228 Premium • EN 228 Premium plus • AVGAS 100 LL Due to higher lead content in AVGAS, the wear of valve seats and deposits in the combustion chamber and lead sediments in the lubrication system will increase.

  • Page 23: Other Limitations

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 2.15 Other limitations No smoking onboard the aeroplane. Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 2-10 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 24: Limitation Placards

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 2.16 Limitation placards CAUTION The owner (aircraft operating agency) of this aeroplane is responsible for the readability of placards during the aircraft service life. This ultra-light aeroplane has been approved only This ultra-light aeroplane has been approved only for VFR day flights under no icing conditions.
  • Page 25 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 2-12 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 26: Emergency Procedures

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 3 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Engine failure 3.2.1 Engine failure during take-off run 3.2.2 Engine failure during take-off 3.2.3 Engine failure in flight 3.3 In-Flight start 3.4 Smoke and fire 3.4.1 Fire on ground 3.4.2 Fire during take-off 3.4.3 Fire in flight 3.5 Glide...
  • Page 27 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction Section 3 provides checklists and amplified procedures for coping with various emergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by aircraft or engine malfunction are extremely rare if proper pre-flight inspections and maintenance are practised. However, should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem.

  • Page 28: Engine Failure In Flight

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 3.2.3 Engine failure in flight 1. Speed - gliding at 110 km/h (60 kts) 2. Altitude - below 50 m (160 ft): land in flight direction over 50 m (160 ft): choose landing area 3.

  • Page 29: Smoke And Fire

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR In-Flight start 1. Speed - gliding at 110 km/h (60 kts, 68 mph) 2. Altitude - check 3. Landing area - choose according to altitude 4. Master switch - switch on 5. Fuel cock - open 6.
  • Page 30 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 3.4.2 Fire during take-off 1. Fuel cock - shut off 2. Throttle - full 3. Speed - 100-110 km/h (54-60 kts) 4. Master switch - switch off 5. Ignition - switch off 6. Land and brake 7.

  • Page 31: Landing Emergencies

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Glide An example of the use of gliding is in the case of engine failure. 1. Speed - ~110 km/h (60 kts) 2. Flaps - retracted 3. Instruments - within permitted limits Landing emergencies 3.6.1 Emergency landing 1.

  • Page 32: Landing With A Flat Tire

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 3.6.2 Precautionary landing A precautionary landing is generally carried out in the cases where the pilot may be dissorientated, the aircraft has no fuel reserve or possibly in bad weather conditions. 1. Choose landing area, determine wind direction 2.
  • Page 33 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Recovery from unintentional spin WARNING Intentional spins are prohibited! The spin characteristics of this aircraft have not been tested. The procedure bellow is only for information. The aircraft has no tendency to spontaneously enter into an uncontrollable spin if normal piloting techniques are used.

  • Page 34: Other Emergencies

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Other emergencies 3.8.1 Vibration If any forced aircraft vibrations appear, it is necessary: 1. To set engine speed to such power rating where the vibrations are lowest. 2. To land on the nearest airfield or to perform a precautionary landing according to 3.6.2.

  • Page 35: Normal Procedures

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 4 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Assembly and disassembly 4.3 Pre-flight inspection 4.4 Normal procedures 4.4.1 Before entering cockpit 4.4.2 After entering cockpit 4.4.3 Before engine starting and Engine starting 4.4.4 Engine warm up, Engine check 4.4.5 Taxiing 4.4.6 Before take-off 4.4.7 Take-off...
  • Page 36 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction Section 4 provides checklists and amplified procedures for the conduct of normal operation. Normal procedures associated with optional systems can be found in section 9. Assembly and disassembly For assembly and disassembly procedures refer to the Technical Description, Operating and Maintenance Manual for the Ultra-light Aeroplane EV-97 „EUROSTAR“...
  • Page 37 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR ⇒ Check if ignition is switched off in the cockpit 1. Wing • Wing surface condition • Leading edge condition • Pitot tube condition 2. Wing tip • Surface condition • Check of tips attachment •...
  • Page 38 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR • Condition of tires • Condition and attachment of wheel spats 14. Engine • Engine cowlings condition • Engine bed condition • Engine attachment check • Oil quantity check (between guidelines) • Water radiator hoses check •...
  • Page 39 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Normal procedures 4.4.1 Before entering cockpit 1. Aeroplane surface - check of covers and caps 2. Cockpit - items inside the cockpit 3. Ignition - off 4. Master switch - off 4.4.2 After entering cockpit 1.
  • Page 40 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 4.4.3 Before engine starting and Engine starting 1. Fuel cock - open 2. Circuit breakers - switch on 3. Throttle - set for idling 4. Choke - according to engine temperature 5. Control stick - fully pulled 6.
  • Page 41 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 4.4.4 Engine warm up, Engine check Lock the main wheels by means of Scotch blocks before engine check. Initially warm up the engine to 2000 rpm then continue to 2500-2750 rpm till oil temperature reaches 50°C (122 °F). The warm up period depends on ambient air temperature.
  • Page 42 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 4.4.6 Before take-off 1. Brakes - fully applied 2. Rudder pedals - check of free movement 3. Control stick - check of free movement 4. Trim - neutral position 5. Flaps - „Take-off“ position 6.
  • Page 43 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 4.4.8 Climb 1. Throttle - Max. Take-off Power (max. 5 min. 5750 rpm) - Max. Continuous Power (5500 rpm) 2. Speed - 115 km/h (62 kts, 72 mph) 3. Trim - adjust 4. Electric fuel pump (if installed) - switch off 5.
  • Page 44 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5. Landing area check - runway area, base leg area Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 45 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 4.4.12 On base leg 1. Speed - 110 km/h (60 kts, 68 mph) 2. Flaps - extend to „Take-off“ position 3. Propeller - in case of adjustable propeller set for take-off (fine pitch) WARNING Control overswitch of the constant speed propeller must be set to the “MANUAL”...

  • Page 46: After Landing

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 8. Instruments - within limits 9. Climb - at 110 km/h (60 kts, 68 mph) 4.4.16 After landing 1. Engine speed - set as necessary for taxiing 2. Flaps - retracted and locked 3. Trim - neutral position 4.4.17 Engine shutdown 1.

  • Page 47: Performance

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 5 5. PERFORMANCE 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Approved data 5.2.1 Airspeed indicator system calibration 5.2.2 Stall speeds 5.2.3 Take-off performance 5.2.4 Landing distances 5.2.5 Climb performance 5.3 Additional information 5.3.1 Cruise 5.3.2 Endurance 5.3.3 Balked landing climb 5.3.4 Effect on flight performance and characteristics 5.3.5 Demonstrated crosswind performance 5.3.6 Ceiling...

  • Page 48: (A Non-Approved Section)

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction Section 5 provides approved data for airspeed calibration, stall speeds, take-off performance non-approved additional information. The data in the charts has been computed from actual flight tests with the aircraft and engine in good conditions and using average piloting techniques.

  • Page 49: Airspeed Indicator System Calibration

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Approved data 5.2.1 Airspeed indicator system calibration [km/h] [km/h] [kts] [kts] Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 50: Stall Speeds

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.2.2 Stall speeds Stall Flap setting Power Warning speed Stalling speed setting IAS [km/h] CAS [km/h] Idling "RETRACTED" No distinctive warning. Wing "TAKE-OFF" Idling level Aeroplane downward stall "LANDING" Idling motion without pitching. 1st. Position "LANDING"...

  • Page 51: Landing Distances

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.2.3 Take-off performance Take-off distances stated in the following table are valid at sea level and ambient temperature of 15 °C (59 °F). Take-off run Take-off distance distance over 15 m (50 ft) obstacle [ft] [ft] CONCRETE...
  • Page 52 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.2.5 Climb performance EV-97 EUROSTAR Rate of climb engine: Rotax 912 UL (80hp) propeller: V 230C (fixed, wooden, two blade, 18°40') 0 m MSA 500 m MSA 1000 m MSA 2000 m MSA 3000 m MSA Airspeed IAS [km/h] Date of Issue: Document No.:...
  • Page 53 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Additional information 5.3.1 Cruise EV 97 "EUROSTAR" Horizontal speeds and fuel consumption engine Rotax 912A, propeller V 230C (18°40´) Hp=0 m ISA Hp=500 m ISA Hp=1000 m ISA Hp=1500 m ISA Hp=2000 m ISA Fuel consump.
  • Page 54 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Horizontal speeds In the following tables state indicated airspeeds (IAS) and corresponding True air speeds (TAS) versus altitude, all for various engine speeds. Maximum Maximum Cruise power Continuous Takeoff Power Power Engine speed [RPM] 4000 4200 4500 4800 5000 5200 5500 5750...
  • Page 55 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.3.2 Endurance The following table states fuel consumptions, endurances and ranges for appropriate regimes. Fuel tank Volume litres 17,2 Usgals Fuel reserve litres Usgals indicated by yellow warning lamp Altitude 500 m ISA Engine speed [rpm] 4000 4200...
  • Page 56 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.3.3 Balked landing climb EV-97 EUROSTAR Balked landing climb engine: Rotax 912 UL (80hp) propeller: V 230C (fixed, wooden, two blade, 18°40') flaps in “TAKE-OFF” position flaps in „LANDING“ position Airspeed IAS [km/h] Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001...
  • Page 57 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 5.3.4 Effect on flight performance and characteristics Flight performance and characteristics are not substantially affected by rain or accumulation of insects on the aeroplane surface. 5.3.5 Demonstrated crosswind performance Max. permitted cross wind velocity for take-off and landing.......
  • Page 58 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 6 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Weight and balance record / Permitted payload range Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 59 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction This section contains the payload range within which the aircraft may be safely operated. Procedures for weighing the aircraft and the calculation method for establishing the permitted payload range are contained in the Technical Description, Operating and Maintenance Manual for the Ultra-light Aeroplane EV-97 „EUROSTAR“...
  • Page 60 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 6.2 Weight and balance record / Permitted payload range B A G G A G E Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN 10/2001...
  • Page 61 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 7 7. AEROPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Airframe 7.2.1 Fuselage 7.2.2 Wing 7.2.3 Horizontal tail unit (HTU) 7.2.4 Vertical tail unit (VTU) 7.3 Controls in the cockpit 7.4 Instrument panel 7.5 Landing gear 7.6 Seats and safety harness 7.7 Baggage compartment 7.8 Canopy...
  • Page 62 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction This section provides description and operation of the aircraft and its systems. Refer to section 9, Supplements, for details of optional systems and equipment. Airframe EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R airframe is of semimonocoque construction, formed with metal reinforcements, bulkheads and a duralumin cover.
  • Page 63 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.2.4 Vertical tail unit (VTU) The trapezoidal fin section of the VTU is mounted to the rear section of the fuselage. The rudder is attached on the fin by two hinges. The frame of the VTU is composed of a metal sheet spar and a duralumin cover.
  • Page 64 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.3 Controls in the cockpit Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 65: Instrument Panel

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Instrument panel The aeroplane EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R, S/N XXXXXXXXXX: is equipped with the following instrument panel: Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...

  • Page 66: Landing Gear

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Landing gear The plane has fixed landing gear with a controllable nose wheel. The main landing gear legs are composed of a composite spring. The wheels on both landing gear legs are equipped with 14 x 4 tyres with hydraulic disc brakes that are controlled by foot pedals on the main rudder pedals.
  • Page 67 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Canopy The semi drop-shaped canopy consists of a steel frame on which is bolted the organic glass canopy. The canopy is attached to the nose section of the fuselage by two pins which make it possible for the canopy to be tilted forward.
  • Page 68 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Powerplant The standard powerplant of the EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R is the ROTAX 912 A resp. UL (80 hp) engine. The ROTAX 912 S resp. ULS (100 hp) may be installed as option. Rotax 912 is 4-stroke, 4 cylinder horizontally opposed, spark ignition engine with one central camshaft-push-rod-OHV.

  • Page 69: Fuel System

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.10 Fuel system The fuel system consists of a 65 litre (17.2 USgals) tank, a fuel cock, a filter and a fuel pump on the engine. The tank is positioned in the separate space behind the seats, has a drain pocket and a drain valve.
  • Page 70 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.12 Pitot and static pressure systems The Pitot static head serving to read dynamic and static air pressure is located under the left half of the wing. Pressure distribution to individual instruments is done through flexible plastic hoses. Keep the system clear to assure its right function.
  • Page 71 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.13 Miscellaneous equipment Besides instruments stated par. 7.14, EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R aeroplane, S/N XXXXXXX: is fitted with the following equipment: • Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 7-10 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 72 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 7.14 Avionics • Flight instruments: (standard equipment) 1 Airspeed indicator ....... LUN 1106-8 1 Altimeter........BG-3E 1 Compass........C 2300 1 Variometer ........LUN 1147.15-8 EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R, S/N XXXXXXX is additionally equipped with the following instruments: NOTE Refer to the documentation supplied with “non-standard,“...
  • Page 73 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 8 8. Aeroplane handling, servicing and maintenance 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Aircraft inspection periods 8.3 Aircraft alterations or repairs 8.4 Ground handling / Road transport 8.4.1 Towing 8.4.2 Parking 8.4.3 Mooring 8.4.4 Jacking 8.4.5 Levelling 8.4.6 Road transport 8.5 Cleaning and care Date of Issue:...
  • Page 74 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and servicing of the aeroplane. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must be followed if the aeroplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability.
  • Page 75 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Refer to the Technical Description, Operating and Maintenance Manual for Ultra-light Aeroplane EV-97 „EUROSTAR“ model 2000 version R for aeroplane repairs. Ground handling / Road transport 8.4.1 Towing It is easy to tow the aircraft a short distance by holding the prop blade at the root since the empty weight of this aeroplane is relatively low.
  • Page 76 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 8.4.3 Mooring If the aircraft is parked outside a hanger then it requires to be moored securely. The mooring is necessary to protect the aeroplane against possible damage caused by wind and gusts. For this reason the aircraft is equipped with mooring eyes located on the lower surfaces of the wings.

  • Page 77: Road Transport

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR 8.4.4 Jacking Because the empty weight of this aircraft is relatively low, two people can lift the aircraft easily. First of all prepare two suitable supports to support the aircraft. It is possible to lift the aircraft by handling the following parts: •...

  • Page 78: Cleaning And Care

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Cleaning and care Use efficient cleaning detergents to clean the aircraft surface. Oil spots on the aircraft surface (except the canopy!) may be cleaned with petrol. The canopy may only be cleaned by washing it with a sufficient quantity of lukewarm water and an adequate quantity of a detergents.

  • Page 79: Supplements

    EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR SECTION 9 9. Supplements 9.1 Introduction 9.2 List of inserted supplements 9.3 Supplements inserted Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 80 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Introduction This section contains the appropriate supplements necessary to safely and efficiently operate the aircraft when equipped with various optional systems and equipment not provided with the standard aeroplane. List of inserted supplements Date Doc.No.
  • Page 81 EURO EV-97 PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Supplements inserted Date of Issue: Document No.: Revision: 01/2001 EV2000RLPEN...
  • Page 82 EV-97 EURO PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK STAR Document No.: Date of Issue: Revision: EV2000RLPEN 01/2001...

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