Introduction; Canopy Jettison; Bailing Out; Stall Recovery - DG Flugzeugbau DG-1000 Flight Manual

Flight manual DG-1000T

3.1 Introduction

Section 3 provides a checklist and amplification for coping with emergencies
that may occur. Emergency situations can be minimized by proper pre-flight
inspections and maintenance.
Caution: Canopy jettison and bailing out should be practised several times on
the ground before flying the aircraft.

3.2 Canopy jettison

To bail out the white-red canopy opening handle (left) has to be operated with
your right hand. Open the canopy as far as possible.
If the canopy doesn't stay open (or is not blown away by the oncoming air), but
is closed by the air pressure, you have to release the canopy in it's closed
position by operating the red emergency release handle (right) with your left
hand, then push the canopy upwards.
The retaining lines will tear off.
The gas struts (if installed) will disengage automatically
Warning: If bailing out with the engine running it is necessary to switch off the
ignition and retract the engine with the manual switch even with the propeller
still turning. The propeller will be stopped by the engine doors. Don't try to stop
the propeller vertical and to retract the engine using the normal method.

3.3 Bailing out

First jettison both canopies, then open the safety harness and bail out.
The low walls of the front cockpit allow for a quick push-off exit.

3.4 Stall recovery

Easing the stick forward and picking up a dropping wing with sufficient
opposite rudder the glider can be recovered from the stall.
To recognize and prevent the stall, please refer to section 4.5.2.
Issued: July 2005 EASA app.
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