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Category of Airworthiness
Applicable Airworthiness Requirements
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This manual must be carried in the aircraft at all times! Scope and revision status can be found in the List
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This airplane is to be operated in compliance with the information and limitations contained herein.
JAR-VLA
FLIGHT MANUAL
DA 20/100
: NORMAL
:JAR VLA incl. Amendment VLA/92/1
:
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: 20 December, 2000
: DA202-100-VLA
William Jupp
Chief, Flight test
For Director, Aircraft Certification
Transport Canada
20 December, 2000
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  • Page 1 JAR-VLA FLIGHT MANUAL DA 20/100 Category of Airworthiness : NORMAL Applicable Airworthiness Requirements :JAR VLA incl. Amendment VLA/92/1 Serial No. Registration Date of Issue : 20 December, 2000 Document No. : DA202-100-VLA This manual must be carried in the aircraft at all times! Scope and revision status can be found in the List of Effective Pages and in the Record of Revisions.
  • Page 2 A careful study of the manual will reward you with many hours of trouble-free flight operation of your KATANA airplane. All rights reserved. Reproduction of this manual or any portion thereof by any means without the express written permission of DIAMOND AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIES prohibited.  Copyright by DIAMOND AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIES,...
  • Page 3 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter GENERAL OPERATING LIMITATIONS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES PERFORMANCE WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS HANDLING, PREVENTIVE AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE SUPPLEMENTS Doc # DA202-100-VLA...
  • Page 4 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Chapter Page Date Chapter Page Date 20 Dec., 2000 DOT-appr 18 Nov., 2003 20 Dec., 2000 DOT-appr 09 Mar., 2001 20 Dec., 2000 DOT-appr 20 Dec., 2000 22 Aug., 2006 DOT-appr 20 Dec., 2000...
  • Page 5 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Chapter Page Date Chapter Page Date DOT-appr March 19, 2004 7-17 20 Dec., 2000 20 Dec., 2000 7-18 20 Dec., 2000 DOT-appr 20 Dec., 2000 20 Dec., 2000 20 Dec., 2000 DOT-appr 20 Dec., 2000 20 Dec., 2000...
  • Page 7 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual [INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK] Doc # DA202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page Issue 1 0 - 7...
  • Page 8 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual REVISION LOG This log should be used for control of all revisions issued and installed in this manual. The affected pages of any revision as well as the Record of Revisions must be inserted into the manual upon receipt.
  • Page 9 DA 20/100 Flight Manual SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE Diamond Aircraft Publications Revision Subscription Contacts To ensure safe operation and maintenance of the DA20/100 Katana aircraft, it is recommended that operators verify that their documentation is at the correct issue/revision levels. For revision and subscription service please contact the following: 1.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    The Airplane Flight Manual has been prepared to provide pilots and instructors with information for the safe and efficient operation of this airplane. This Manual includes the material required by JAR-VLA including amendment VLA/92/1. It also contains supplemental data supplied by the airplane manufacturer that can be useful to the pilot.

  • Page 11: Certification Basis

    General 1.2. CERTIFICATION BASIS The DA 20/100 has been approved by Transport Canada as meeting the requirements of JAR-VLA and amendment VLA/92/1. The Type Certificate No. A-191, originally issued on July 29th, 1994, has been revised to include the DA20/100.

  • Page 12: Three-View-Drawing Of Airplane

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.4. THREE-VIEW-DRAWING OF AIRPLANE Doc # DA202-100-VLA 9 March, 2001 Page Revision 1 1 - 3...

  • Page 13: Dimensions

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.5. DIMENSIONS 1.5.1 Overall Dimensions Span: 35 ft 7 in (10.84 m) Length: 23 ft 6.0 in ( 7.17 m) Height: 6 ft 11.0 in ( 2.10m) 1.5.2 Wing Airfoil: Wortmann FX 63-137/20 HOAC Wing Area: 125 sq.ft.

  • Page 14: Engine

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.6. ENGINE Rotax 912S, 4 Cylinder, 4 Stroke-Engine, horizontally opposed, liquid cooled cylinder heads, air-cooled cylinders. Propeller drive via integrated reduction gear. Reduction Ratio: 2.43 : 1 Displacement: 82.5 cu.in. (1.352 liters) Output Power: 100 hp (73.5 kW)

  • Page 15: Fuel

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.8. FUEL Approved Fuel Grades: AVGAS 100LL Automotive Gasoline, Unleaded, Minimum 95 RON or 91 AKI RON = Research Octane Number MON = Motor Octane Number MON + RON AKI = Anti Knock Index =...

  • Page 16: Lubricant And Coolant

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.9. LUBRICANT AND COOLANT 1.9.1. Lubricant Use only motor oil with API classification SF or SG or higher. Due to high stresses in the reduction gears, a 4 stroke motorcycle oil of a registered brand with gear additives that meets API classification SF or SG are highly recommended.
  • Page 17 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.9.2. Coolant EVANS NPG+ waterless coolant or a comparable coolant must be used without water or other additives. WARNING Water or water-containing coolant must not be added in any case to the cooling system.

  • Page 18: Weight

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.10. WEIGHT Maximum Take-off Weight : 750 kg (1653 lbs) Maximum Landing Weight : 750 kg (1653 lbs) Empty Weight : See Chapter 6 Maximum Weight in Baggage Compartment : 20 kg (44 lbs)

  • Page 19: List Of Definitions And Abbreviations

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.11. LIST OF DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS 1.11.1. Speed AGL: Above Ground Level CAS: Calibrated airspeed; Indicated speed corrected for installation and instrument errors. CAS is equal to TAS at standard atmospheric conditions at MSL.
  • Page 20 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.11.2. Meteorological Terms ISA: International Standard Atmosphere at which air is identified as a dry gas. The temperature at mean sea level is 15° Celsius (59° F), the air pressure at sea level is 1013.25 mbar (29.92 inHg), the temperature gradient up to the altitude at which the temperature reaches -56.5°...
  • Page 21 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.11.4. Flight Performance and Flight Planning Demonstrated Crosswind Component: The maximum speed of the crosswind component at which the maneuvrability of the airplane during take-off and landing has been demonstrated during type certification test flights.
  • Page 22 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General Center of Gravity Limits: The CG range which an airplane with a given weight must be operated within. Usable Fuel: The amount of fuel available for the flight plan calculation. Unusable Fuel: The amount of fuel remaining in the tank, which cannot be safely used in flight.

  • Page 23: Conversion Factors

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual General 1.12. CONVERSION FACTORS 1.12.1. Length or Altitude 1 [ft.] 0.3048 [m] 1 [in.] 25.4 [mm] 1.12.2. Speed 1 [kts] = 1.852 [km/h] 1 [mph] = 1.609 [km/h] 1.12.3. Pressure 1 [hPa] 100 [N/m ] = 1 [mbar] 1 [in.
  • Page 24 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations CHAPTER 2 OPERATING LIMITATIONS 2.1 INTRODUCTION 2.2 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS 2.3 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS 2.4 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS 2.5 POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS 2.6 MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENT MARKINGS 2.7 WEIGHT 2.8 CENTER OF GRAVITY 2.9 APPROVED MANEUVERS 2.10 MANEUVERING LOAD FACTORS...
  • Page 25 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.2. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS Speed km/h Remarks Do not make full or abrupt control movement above this speed, because Maneuvering Speed under certain conditions the airplane may be overstressed by full control movement. Do not exceed this speed with flaps...

  • Page 26: Powerplant Limitations

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.4. POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS 2.4.1. Engine : Bombardier Rotax, Gunskirchen/Austria (a) Engine Manufacturer : 912 S3 (b) Engine Type Designation NOTE The propeller is driven by the engine via a reduction gear with a ratio of 2.43:1. The RPM indicator indicates the propeller speed.
  • Page 27 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations (g) Cylinder Head Temperature Maximum : 275°F (135°C) (h) Fuel Specifications Approved Fuel Grades : AVGAS 100LL Unleaded Automotive Fuel 95 RON /91 AKI (refer also to page 1-6) : 4 stroke motorcycle oil of a registered brand...

  • Page 28: Powerplant Instrument Markings

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.5. POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS Powerplant instrument markings and their color code significance are shown below: Instrument Red Line Green Arc Yellow Arc Red Line = Lower Limit = Normal = Caution Range = Upper Limit...

  • Page 29: Weight

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.7. WEIGHT Maximum permissible weight : 750 kg (1653 lbs) Maximum permissible weight in the baggage : 20 kg (44 lbs) compartment only permissible with baggage harness WARNING Exceeding the weight limitations may lead to overloading of the airplane, as well as degrading of the handling characteristics and flight performance.

  • Page 30: Approved Maneuvers

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.9. APPROVED MANEUVRES This airplane is certified in the NORMAL Category in accordance with JAR-VLA. Permissible Normal Category Maneuvres: All normal flight maneuvres Stalls (except WHIP stalls) Lazy Eight’s Entry speed: 116 kts (215 km/h)

  • Page 31: Maximum Passenger Seating

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.11. MAXIMUM PASSENGER SEATING Maximum Passenger Seating: one passenger. 2.12. FLIGHT CREW Minimum Flight Crew: one pilot, aircraft to be flown solo from left seat only 2.13. KINDS OF OPERATION Flights are permissible in accordance with day visual flight rules.

  • Page 32: Fuel

    2.15. PLACARDS The following placards must be installed: 1. On the instrument panel next to airspeed indicator Effective for all aircraft operated strictly under JAR-VLA regulations This airplane is classified as a very light airplane approved for day VFR only, in non-icing conditions.
  • Page 33 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2. On the instrument panel under the airspeed 3. Next to the switches 4. On the flap control 5. On the dimming switch for trim display, 6. Next to dimming potentiometer for cabin...
  • Page 34 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 7. On the instrument panel next to the individual circuit breakers Depending on aircraft specific avionic equipment configuration. Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page DOT Approved 2 - 11...
  • Page 35 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 8. On top of the instrument panel under 9. Around Trim Display on top of the the compass instrument panel 10. On top the instrument panel within pilot’s direct line of vision 11. On DME channeling switch on the RH 12.
  • Page 36 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 17. Under the instrument panel next to the individual knobs 18. On the centre console between 19. On the side of the throttle quadrant next to throttle and propeller levers tension adjustment knob 20.
  • Page 37 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 23. Next to canopy release handles Inside Left (partially coloured red) Inside Right (partially coloured red) Outside Left Outside Right 24. Next to ELT (if installed) to indicate switch position for EBC 102A ELT model for EBC 502 ELT model 25.
  • Page 38 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 26. On the LH side of baggage compartment 27. On the brake fluid reservoirs (rudder pedals) Hydraulic Fluid MIL-H-5606 28. On inside of oil filler door (coloured red) 29. On oil filler cap 30.
  • Page 39 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 33. On fuselage upper skin behind cockpit (only if ELT is installed), coloured yellow 34. On fuselage underside (belly), by left wing 35. Under each wing and tail skid plate 36. Around Stall Warning Hole in left wing 37.
  • Page 40 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Limitations 2.16. DEMONSTRATED CROSSWIND COMPONENT The maximum demonstrated crosswind component is 15 kts. (27 km/h). 2.17. TEMPERATURE LIMITS Limits for outside air temperature and temperature of the structure for the operation of the airplane: Maximum T/O Temperature : 131°F (55°C)
  • Page 41 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures CHAPTER 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1. INTRODUCTION 3- 2 3.2. AIRSPEEDS DURING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3- 2 3.3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - CHECKLISTS 3.3.1. Engine Failures (a) Engine Failure during Take-off Run 3- 3 (b) Engine Failure after Take-off...

  • Page 42: Introduction

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.1. INTRODUCTION The following chapter contains check-lists as well as descriptions of the recommended procedures in case of an emergency. Since it is impossible to present in the Flight Manual all emergency situations which may occur, knowledge of the airplane and experience of the pilot are essential in rectifying such problems.

  • Page 43: Emergency Procedures - Checklists

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - CHECKLISTS 3.3.1. Engine Failures (a) Engine Failure during Take-off Run Throttle IDLE Brakes as required Engine Failure after Take-Off INSUFFICIENT ENGINE POWER Airspeed (v 60 kts / 68 mph / 110 km/h...

  • Page 44: Engine Inoperative

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures ENGINE INOPERATIVE Perform emergency landing according to paragraph 3.3.2. Engine Failure during Flight ENGINE RUNNING ROUGHLY Carburetor Heat Electric Fuel Pump Choke check OFF Fuel Shut-off Valve check OPEN Ignition Switch cycle L - BOTH - R - BOTH...

  • Page 45: Restarting The Engine With Propeller Windmilling

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures RESTARTING THE ENGINE WITH PROPELLER WINDMILLING As long as the airspeed (v ) is at least 54 kts / 62 mph / 100 km/h, the propeller will continue to windmill. Airspeed (v...

  • Page 46: Restarting The Engine With Propeller At Full Stop

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures RESTARTING THE ENGINE WITH PROPELLER AT FULL STOP Electrically Powered Equipment Master Switch (Battery) Propeller Speed Control Lever max. RPM Fuel shut off valve OPEN Electric Fuel Pump Throttle Cold Start: IDLE...

  • Page 47: Emergency Landing

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.2. Emergency Landing Emergency Landing Approach with Engine off Airspeed (v ) (Flaps in T/O and LDG position) 57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h Airspeed (v ) (Flaps UP) 65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h...
  • Page 48 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures Overfly selected landing area (not below 500 ft / 150 m above ground) to confirm suitability and that approach route is free of obstacles Climb up to 1000 ft AGL (if possible)

  • Page 49: Fire

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.3. Fire Engine Fire during Engine-Start-Up on the Ground Fuel Shut-off Valve CLOSED Throttle FULL Master Switch (Battery) Ignition Switch Evacuate Airplane immediately Engine Fire during Flight Fuel Shut-off Valve CLOSED Airspeed (v...

  • Page 50: (D) Electrical Fire Including Smoke On The Ground

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures In case the fire is extinguished and electric power is required for continuation of the flight: Avionics Master Switch Electrically Powered Equipment Master Switch (Battery) Avionics Master Switch Radio Land as soon as possible.

  • Page 51: Icing

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.4. Icing Unintentional Flight into Icing Area Leave icing area (through change of altitude or change of flight direction to reach area with higher outside air temp.). Continue to move control surfaces to maintain their moveability.

  • Page 52: Landing With Defective Tire On Main Landing Gear

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.6. Landing with Defective Tire on Main Landing Gear Final approach with wing flaps in landing position. Land airplane on the side of runway opposite to the side with the defective tire to compensate for change in direction which is to be expected during final rolling.

  • Page 53: Gliding

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.8. Gliding Wing Flaps Airspeed at 1653 lbs (750 kg) (v 73 kts / 84 mph / 135 km/h Glide Ratio 14, which means at 1000 ft/305m above ground, and with no wind the distance of glide is 2.3 NM (4.25 km)
  • Page 54 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures c) Low Voltage Indication (needle in yellow Arc) I. LOW VOLTAGE INDICATION (NEEDLE IN YELLOW ARC) WHILE AIRPLANE ON GROUND Propeller RPM Increase RPM until needle is in the Green Arc. This should occur before exceeding 1350 RPM.

  • Page 55: Flap System Failure

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.10. Flap System Failure Flap Position Indicator Failure visual check of the flap position select airspeed within the range of the white arc marked on the airspeed indicator check all positions of the flap toggle switch (flap stops are fail-safe) modify approach and landing as follows: •...

  • Page 56: Avionics System Failure

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.12 Avionics System Failure Total Avionic Failure: Check Avionic Master Circuit Breaker If tripped, re-engage and monitor status, If it trips again, land at nearest suitable airport Check Avionic Master Switch Toggle avionic master switch, if avionic system...

  • Page 57: Trim System Failure

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.13 Trim System Failure Stuck Trim: Circuit breaker check, reset if breaker is tripped Rocker switch depress in both directions, wait 5 minutes, try again NOTE Full range of travel is available for elevator, but expect forces up to 20 lbs. on control stick.

  • Page 58: Instrument Panel Lighting Failure

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Emergency Procedures 3.3.14 Instrument Panel Lighting Failure Rocker Switch, map light Rocker Switch, I-panel lighting Cycle Rocker Switch OFF - ON Dimming Control Turn fully clockwise Internal Lighting Circuit Breaker. If tripped, reset If NOT Successful Use Flashlight Expect electrical power failure.
  • Page 59 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual CHAPTER 4 NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES 4.1. INTRODUCTION 4- 2 4.2. AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATION 4- 2 4.3. STRUCTURAL TEMPERATURE INDICATOR 4- 3 4.4. NORMAL OPERATION CHECKLIST 4- 5 4.4.1. Preflight Inspection I.

  • Page 60: Normal Operating Procedures

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.1. INTRODUCTION Chapter 4 provides checklist and amplified procedures for the normal operation. For normal procedures and supplementary information associated with optional systems refer to Chapter 9. 4.2. AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATION Unless stated otherwise, the following table contains the applicable airspeeds for maximum take-off and landing weight.

  • Page 61: Structural Temperature Indicator

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.3 STRUCTURAL TEMPERATURE INDICATOR A structural temperature indicator, installed on the spar bridge, indicates when the structural temperature limitation is exceeded (ref. section 2.17). The indicator need only be checked if the OAT exceeds 38° C (100°...
  • Page 62 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual [ INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page DOT Approved 4 - 4...

  • Page 63: Normal Operation Checklist

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4. NORMAL OPERATION CHECKLIST 4.4.1. Preflight Inspection I. In-Cabin Check 1. Structural Temperature Indicator check that Structural Temperature (if OAT exceeds 38° C (100° F)) does not exceed 55° C (131° F) 2.
  • Page 64 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual Walk Around Check and Visual Inspection Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page DOT Approved 4 - 6...
  • Page 65 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual CAUTION Visually inspect for the following conditions: Defects, contamination, cracks, delaminations, excessive play, insecure or improper mounting and general condition. Additionally, check the control surfaces for freedom of movement. CAUTION Set PARKING brake prior to removing wheel chocks 1.
  • Page 66 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4. Empennage a) Stabilizers and Control Surfaces visual inspection b) Tie down remove c) Trim Tabs visual inspection 5. Right Wing a) Entire Wing visual inspection b) Wing Flap including Inspection Panel...

  • Page 67: Before Starting Engine

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.2. Before Starting Engine Preflight Inspection performed Pedals adjust, lock Passenger Briefing performed Safety Belts fasten Parking Brake Controls free Fuel Shut-off Valve OPEN Carburetor Heat Throttle IDLE Propeller Speed Control Lever max.

  • Page 68: Starting Engine

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.3. Starting Engine NOTE Extreme low temperatures require that the engine be preheated prior to engine start. Satisfactory engine starts have been demonstrated at -31ºF (-35ºC) OAT after a 2 hour preheat with the Tannis TAS100-27 preheat system.

  • Page 69: Before Taxiing

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.4. Before Taxiing Avionics Master Switch Flight Instruments and Avionics Engine Gauges check Voltmeter check, ensure needle is in the green arc. Increase RPM to achieve or turn OFF non-flight essential electrical consumers Warning Lights (Gen., Fuel Press., Canopy)

  • Page 70: Before Take-Off (Engine Run-Up)

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.6. Before Take-off (Engine Run-up) NOTE For OAT’ s less than -5º F (-20º C) turn cabin heat on for at least 10 minutes prior to take-off. Toe Brakes hold Safety Belts...

  • Page 71: Take-Off

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.7. Take-off 1. Electric Fuel Pump check ON 2. Master Switch (Battery/Generator) check ON 3. Ignition Switch check BOTH 4. Carburetor Heat check OFF 5. Wing Flaps check T/O 6. Propeller Speed Control Lever check max.

  • Page 72: Climb

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.8. Climb Propeller Speed Control Lever 2260 RPM Throttle FULL Engine Gauges within green range Wing Flaps Airspeed 65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h Trim adjust NOTE The best rate of climb speed decreases with increasing altitude.

  • Page 73: Descent

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual 4.4.10. Descent Flight Instruments and Avionics adjust Throttle as required Propeller Speed Control Lever 1700 - 2260 RPM Carburetor Heat as required NOTE To achieve a fast descent: Propeller Speed Control Lever...

  • Page 74: Balked Landing

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual Propeller Speed Control Lever max. RPM Wing Flaps Approach Speed 57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h CAUTION For strong headwind, crosswind, danger of wind-shear or turbulence, a higher approach speed should be selected.

  • Page 75: Flight In Rain

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Normal Operating Procedures Manual Master Switch (Battery) Tie Downs and Wheel Chocks as required NOTE In case of post ignition due to hot weather conditions, the ignition should be switched on, choke pulled and after approximately 3 seconds, ignition should be turned off again.
  • Page 76 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance CHAPTER 5 PERFORMANCE INTRODUCTION 5- 2 USE OF PERFORMANCE TABLES AND DIAGRAMS 5- 2 PERFORMANCE TABLES AND DIAGRAMS 5- 3 5.3.1 Figure 5.1: Airspeed Calibration 5- 3 5.3.2 Figure 5.2: Cruising Performance 5- 4 5.3.3...
  • Page 77 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.1. INTRODUCTION The performance tables and diagrams on the following pages have been prepared to illustrate the performance you may expect from your airplane as well as to assist you in precise flight planning. The data presented in these tables and diagrams has been derived from test-flights using an airplane and engine in good operating condition, and was corrected to standard atmospheric conditions [59°...
  • Page 78 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3. PERFORMANCE TABLE AND DIAGRAMS 5.3.1. Figure 5.1: Airspeed System Calibration Assumes zero indicator error [kts] T/O, LDG [kts] Example: = 93 kts equals v = 95 kts. Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000...
  • Page 79 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.2. Figure 5.2: Cruising Performance Engine power in % of maximum continuous power Pressure Standard altitude Temp. Fuel Flow Fuel Flow X100 In.Hg X100 In.Hg °C °F L/hr Gal/hr L/hr Gal/hr 24.7 13.6 25.7...
  • Page 80 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.3. Figure 5.3: Stall Speeds Configuration: Idle, most forward center of gravity, max. weight (this is the most adverse configuration) Stall speeds in kts Bank Angle Flaps 0° 30° 45° 60° Stall speeds in mph...
  • Page 81 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.4. Figure 5.4: Wind Components Maximum demonstrated crosswind component: 15 kts (27 km/h) Example: Wind speed: 11 kts (20 km/h) Angle between wind direction and flight direction: 30° Headwind component: 9.5 kts (18 km/h) Crosswind component: 5.5 kts (10 km/h)
  • Page 82 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.5. Figure 5.5: Take-off Distance Conditions: - maximum take-off power - lift-off speed 53 KIAS and speed for climb over obstacle 57 KIAS - level runway, paved - Wing Flaps in Take-Off Position (T/O) O b s ta c le H e ig h t (f e e t) A irc ra ft W e ig h t (lb s .)
  • Page 83 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance • Grass up to 5cm (2in) deep: 10% increase in take-off roll distance; • Grass 5 to 10cm (2 to 4in) deep: 15% increase in take-off roll distance; • Grass deeper than 10cm (4in): 25% increase in take-off roll distance.
  • Page 84 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.6. Figure 5.6 : Climb Performance / Service Ceiling Service Ceiling (in standard conditions): 17600 ft (5365 m) Best Rate-of-Climb Speed with Wing Flaps in Take-Off Position (T/O): 65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h TEMPERATURE (°F)
  • Page 85 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.7. [INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK [ INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ] Doc # DA202-100-VLA March 19, 2004 Page Revision 3 5 - 10...
  • Page 86 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.8. Figure 5.8: Cruising Speed (True Airspeed) Diagram for true airspeed (TAS) calculation at selected power level. Flight mass 750 kg (1653 lbs) and Flaps UP. Temperature (°F) +68 +86 True Airspeed (knots) Temperature (°C)
  • Page 87 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.9. Figure 5.9: Maximum Flight Duration Diagram for calculation of the maximum flight duration depending on fuel availability. Flight Time (hour), 45 minute reserve - 3/4 1 1/4 2 1/4 3 1/4 4 1/4...
  • Page 88 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.10. Figure 5.10: Climb Performance during Balked Landing Conditions: Speed = 57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h Wing Flaps in Landing Position (LDG) Weight 750 kg (1653 lbs) most forward center of gravity max take-off power 4.06...
  • Page 89 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.3.11. Landing Distance Conditions: - Throttle: Idle - Maximum T/O Weight - Propeller Speed Control Lever: max RPM - Approach Speed 57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h - Level Runway, paved...
  • Page 90 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Performance 5.4 NOISE DATA Noise limit according to FAR 36, Appendix G: 75.0 dB (A) Noise value measured: 63.8 dB (A) Noise limit according to ICAO Annex 16, Chapter 10: 79.1 dB (A) Noise value measured: 71.7 dB (A)
  • Page 91 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance CHAPTER 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST 6.1 INTRODUCTION 6.2 AIRPLANE WEIGHING - Figure 6.1 Weighing Report 6.3 WEIGHT AND BALANCE REPORT - Figure 6.2 Weight & Balance Report 6.4 FLIGHT-WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY - Figure 6.3 Weight &...
  • Page 92 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance INTRODUCTION To obtain the performance, flight characteristics and safe operation described in this Flight Manual, the airplane must be operated within the permissible weight and balance envelope as described in Chapter 2.
  • Page 93 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance 6.2. AIRPLANE WEIGHING Pre-weighing conditions: - equipment must be in accordance with the airplane equipment list - brake fluid, lubricant (3.17 US qt / 3 liters), coolant (2.64 US qt / 2,5 liters) and unusable fuel (0.53 US gal./ 2 liters), included...
  • Page 94 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Figure 6.1: Sample Weighing Report (Aircraft Specific report at the end of this chapter.) Model: DA 20/100 S/N: Registration: Data in accordance with TCDS and Flight Manual Reason for Weighing: Reference Datum: Leading edge of wing at root rib Horizontal reference line: 24”...
  • Page 95 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance 6.3. WEIGHT AND BALANCE REPORT The empty weight and Empty Weight CG position data determined prior to delivery of the airplane is the first entry in the Weight and Balance Report. Each change of the installed equipment as well as each repair affecting the empty weight, the CG position of the empty weight or the empty weight moment must be entered in the Weight and Balance Report at the end of this chapter.
  • Page 96 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance figure 6.2: Sample Weight and Balance Report (Aircraft specific report at the end of this chapter) Model: DA20-A1/100 KATANA Aircraft Serial No.: Registration: Issue Date: Aircraft Specific Weight and Balance Report...
  • Page 97 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance 6.4. FLIGHT WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY The following data enables the pilot to operate the DA 20/100 within the required weight and center of gravity limitations. The following diagrams, Figure 6.3 Weight &...
  • Page 98 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Figure 6.3: Weight & Balance Diagram Example: Pilot and Passenger: 380 lbs. (172 kg) Fuel 19.5 US gal. / 74 liters: 117 lbs. ( 53 kg) (6.01 lbs. per US gal./0.72 kg per liter) Baggage 11lbs.
  • Page 99 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Figure 6.4: Calculation of Loading Condition DA 20 (Example) Your DA 20 Calculation of the Weight [lbs] Moment Weight [lbs] Moment Load Limits [in.lbs] [in.lbs] (Weight [kg]) ([kgm]) (Weight [kg]) ([kgm]) 1.
  • Page 100 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Figure 6.5: Permissible Center of Gravity Range and permissible Flight-Weight-Moment Permissible Center of Gravity Range [mm/in] 1653 -- --750 1635 1585 1535 1485 1435 1385 1335 1285 1235 12100 13428 14756...
  • Page 101 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance 6.5. EQUIPMENT LIST The following table lists the equipment available for this airplane. An Equipment Record of items installed in your specific airplane is included at the end of this chapter.
  • Page 102 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Equipment List Seq. No.: Part Description, Weight Manufacturer, Type [lbs] (kg) [in] (m) 3.20 -20.5 King KR87 (1.45) (-0.521) Slaving Amplifier 1.80 +5.5 Century 1D755 (0.82) (+0.140) ADF ANTENNA 2.80 +38.5 King KA44B (1.27)
  • Page 103 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Equipment List Seq. No.: Part Description, Weight Manufacturer, Type [lbs] (kg) Hour Meter 0.50 Hobbs 85000 (0.227) HSI Indicator 4.60 Century NSD1000 (2.09) Nav Indicator 1.10 King KI208 (0.499) Nav Indicator 1.10...
  • Page 104 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Equipment List Seq. No.: Part Description, Weight Manufacturer, Type [lbs] (kg) [in] (m) Altimeter 0.86 -16.35 United, 5934PD3 (0.39) (-0.415) Compass 0.75 -15.0 Airpath C2300L4 (0.34) (-0.381) Compass 0.64 -16.35 IFR 31-12 (0.290)
  • Page 105 DA 20/100 Flight Manual Weight & Balance Equipment List Seq. No.: Part Description, Weight Manufacturer, Type [lbs] (kg) Wheel Fairing, Main Gear 2.65 DIAMOND left or right (1.20) Wheel Fairing, Nose Gear 2.65 DIAMOND (1.20) Seat Cushion, standard 4.50 DIAMOND, 2 pieces (2.05) Seat Cushion, leather 5.63...
  • Page 106 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description CHAPTER 7 DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS 7.1. INTRODUCTION 7- 2 7.2. AIRFRAME 7- 2 7.3. FLIGHT CONTROLS 7- 3 7.4. INSTRUMENT PANEL 7- 5 7.5. LANDING GEAR SYSTEM 7- 7 7.6.

  • Page 107: Introduction

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.1. INTRODUCTION This Chapter provides description and operation of the airplane and its systems. Refer to Chapter 9 (Supplements), for details of optional systems and equipment. 7.2. AIRFRAME 7.2.1. Fuselage The GFRP-fuselage is of semi-monocoque construction. The fire protection cover on the fire wall is made from a special fire retarding fleece, that is covered by a stainless steel plate on the engine side.

  • Page 108: Flight Controls

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.3. FLIGHT CONTROLS The ailerons and elevator are actuated via push rods, and the rudder is controlled using control cables. The flaps have three positions (up [UP], take-off [T/O], and landing [LDG]) and are electrically operated.
  • Page 109 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.3.4. Pedal Adjustment NOTE The pedals may only be adjusted on the ground. The pedals for rudder and brakes are unlocked by pulling the T-grip located on the rudder pedal sled aft pedestal.
  • Page 110 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description Installation and Removal of the Control Lock: 1. Trim aircraft to zero (0) degrees. 2. Pull the left rudder pedals fully aft and check they are locked in position. 3. Hook the Control Lock's forks over the rudder pedal tubes as shown above.

  • Page 111: Instrument Panel

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.4. INSTRUMENT PANEL Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description 1. Outside Air Temp. Ind. 16. Landing Light Switch 31. Intercom 44. I-Panel Light Switch 2. Not Used 17. Taxi Light Switch 32.

  • Page 112: Landing Gear System

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.4.1. Flight Instruments The flight instruments are installed on the pilot's side of the instrument panel. 7.4.2. Cabin Heat The cabin heat and defrost system, directs ram air through the coolant radiator and the heat shroud (located around the muffler) into the heat valve.

  • Page 113: Seats And Safety Belts

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.5.2. Parking Brake The knob is located on the center console in front of the throttle quadrant, and is pushed in when the brakes are to be released. To set the parking brake, pull the knob to the stop. Repeated pushing of the toe-brake pedals will build up the required brake pressure which will remain in effect until the parking brake is released.

  • Page 114: Canopy

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.8. CANOPY Locking: The canopy is closed by pulling down on the forward handles on the canopy frame. Locking the canopy is accomplished by pushing forward on the two locking handles on the left and right side of the frame.

  • Page 115: Powerplant

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.9. POWERPLANT 7.9.1. Engine Rotax 912S3, 4 cylinder, 4 stroke engine, horizontally opposed, liquid cooled cylinder heads, air cooled cylinders. Propeller drive via integrated reduction gear (crankshaft RPM in parentheses). Displacement: 82.5 cu.in. (1.352 liters) Max.
  • Page 116 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description Propeller Pitch Control Lever: lever with blue notched knob, right of throttle lever forward = max. RPM (fine pitch) lever rearward = min. RPM (coarse pitch) (also see page 7-10). 7.9.3. Choke Small black knob below the center instrument panel (self-resetting) knob pulled = choke ON 7.9.4.
  • Page 117 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.9.7. Lubricating The engine is equipped with a dry sump forced flow lubrication system. If the engine is not operated for an extended period of time, it is possible that some of the oil...

  • Page 118: Fuel System

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.10. FUEL SYSTEM Oriface The tank, made from aluminum, is located behind the seats, below the baggage compartment. It holds 76 liters (20.1 US gal.), of which 74 liters (19.5 US gal.) are usable. The tank filler on the left side of the fuselage behind the canopy is connected to the tank with a rubber hose.
  • Page 119 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.10.1. Fuel Shut-off Valve The fuel shut-off valve is located on the left hand side of the center console near the pilot's feet. In the open position the tap is parallel to the direction of flight. The valve is protected against unintentional shut- off by a locking detent.

  • Page 120: Electrical System

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.11. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7.11.1. Power Supply A 12 V battery is connected to the master bus via the master circuit breaker (50 Amps). The 40 amp. generator is attached to the engine near the propeller hub, recharges the battery via the generator circuit breaker (50 Amps).
  • Page 121 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.11.3. Electrical Powered Equipment The individual consumers (e.g. Radio, Fuel Pump, Position Lights, etc.) are connected in series with their respective circuit breakers. Equipment that does not have switches installed, and requires a switch, is controlled by rocker switches in the lower left side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 122 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.11.8. Instruments The instruments for temperatures, oil pressure, and fuel quantity are connected in series with the respective sensors. The electrical resistance of a sensor changes with the measurable variable, which causes the power to the instrument and consequently the needle deflection to change. Oil pressure indicator, cylinder head temperature indicator and fuel pressure warning light are supplied with power through one circuit breaker.

  • Page 123: Pitot And Static Pressure Systems

    DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Manual Description 7.12. PITOT AND STATIC PRESSURE SYSTEMS The pitot pressure is measured on the leading edge of a calibrated probe below the left wing. The static pressure is measured by the same probe using two holes in the lower edge and rear edge of the probe.
  • Page 124 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual CHAPTER 8 HANDLING, PREVENTIVE AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS AIRPLANE ALTERATIONS OR REPAIRS GROUND HANDLING / ROAD TRANSPORT 8.1.1 Ground Handling Parking 8.1.2 Mooring 8.1.3 8.1.4 Jacking Road Transport 8.1.5 CLEANING AND CARE 8.1.1...
  • Page 125 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.1. INTRODUCTION This Chapter contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and servicing of the airplane. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must be followed if the airplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability. It is wise to follow a planned schedule of lubrication and preventive maintenance based on climatic and flying conditions encountered.
  • Page 126 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.4. GROUND HANDLING / ROAD TRANSPORT 8.4.1. Ground Handling I. Towing Forward The airplane is most easily and safely maneuvered by hand with the tow-bar attached to the nose wheel. If the aircraft is towed forward without using the tow-bar, the nose-wheel will follow the movement of the airplane.
  • Page 127 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.4.2. Parking For short time parking, the airplane must be orientated in headwind direction, the parking brake must be engaged, the wing flaps must be in the retracted position and the wheels must be chocked.
  • Page 128 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.4.5. Road Transport For transporting the airplane on the road, it is recommended to use an open trailer. All airplane components must be stored on a cushioned surface and secured to avoid any movement during transporting.
  • Page 129 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.5. CLEANING AND CARE CAUTION Excessive dirt deteriorates the flight performance. 8.5.1. Painted Surfaces To achieve the best flight characteristics for the DA20/100 KATANA, a clean external surface is most important. For this reason it is highly recommended that the airplane, especially the leading edge of the wings are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 130 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Handling Manual 8.5.3. Propeller See Hoffmann Propeller Instruction Manual E540 (HO-V352). 8.5.4. Engine See Operator's Manual for the Rotax 912 aircraft engine. 8.5.5. Interior Surfaces, Seats and Carpets The interior should be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner. All loose items (pens, bags etc.) should be properly stored and secured.
  • Page 131 CHAPTER 9 SUPPLEMENTS GENERAL INDEX OF SUPPLEMENTS 9.1 GENERAL This Chapter contains information regarding optional equipment which may be installed in your airplane. Individual supplements address each optional equipment installation. It is only necessary to maintain those supplements which pertain to your specific airplane’ s configuration. Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page...
  • Page 132 9.2 INDEX OF SUPPLEMENTS Supplement No. Title Pages Revision Winterization Kit Issue 1 Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page DOT Approved...
  • Page 133 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Supplement 1 Manual CHAPTER 9 SUPPLEMENT 1 WINTERIZATION KIT GENERAL S1-1 OPERATING LIMITATIONS S1-2 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES S1-2 NORMAL PROCEDURES S1-2 PERFORMANCE S1-3 WEIGHT AND BALANCE S1-3 Doc # 202-100-VLA 20 December, 2000 Page DOT Approved...
  • Page 134 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Supplement 1 Manual 1. GENERAL The Winterization kit should be installed for operations in temperatures consistently below 0° C (32° F).The kit consists of permanently installed mounting hardware and caution placards with quickly detachable oil cooler and radiator inlet baffles. The baffles partially restrict the airflow through the oil cooler and radiator to maintain optimum oil and coolant temperatures.
  • Page 135 DIAMOND AIRCRAFT DA 20/100 Flight Supplement 1 Manual 5. PERFORMANCE There is no change in airplane performance when the winterization kit is installed. 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE The effect of the winterization kit on weight and balance is negligible Doc # 202-100-VLA...

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