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Jabiru Aircraft
Model J120-C
PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
Revision 0
THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE CARRIED IN THE AIRCRAFT AT ALL TIMES

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  • Page 1 Jabiru Aircraft Model J120-C PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK Revision 0 THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE CARRIED IN THE AIRCRAFT AT ALL TIMES...
  • Page 2 Registration Marks: ____________ Manufacturer: Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd Aircraft Serial Number: _________________ Certification Categories: Light Sport Aircraft Any person finding this Manual is requested to return it to Jabiru Aircraft P/L. JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 2 of 50...
  • Page 3 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET Amendment Affected Affected Pages Date Signature Date Sections Inserted JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 3 of 50...

  • Page 4: Pilot's Operating Handbook (Poh)

    The operating procedures presented herein are the result of Jabiru Aircraft’s knowledge and experience gained up to the date of issue or amendment of this handbook. The handbook is not intended to be a guide for basic flight instruction or as a training manual.

  • Page 5: Warnings, Cautions & Notes

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C WARNINGS, CAUTIONS & NOTES Definitions used in the POH such as WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE are employed in the following context: WARNING Operating procedures, techniques, etc. which if not followed correctly, may result in personal injury or death.

  • Page 6: Three-View Drawing

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C THREE-VIEW DRAWING Figure 1-1 Three View of the J120 Note: All dimensions in millimetres JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 6 of 50...

  • Page 7: Symbols, Abbreviations And Terminology

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY 0.5.1 General Symbols and Abbreviations Ampere Above Ground Level AMSL Above Mean Sea Level AVGAS Aviation Gasoline Brake Horse Power CASA Civil Aviation Safety Authority (Australia) Civil Aviation Order (Australia) Civil Aviation Regulation (Australia) °...
  • Page 8 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Passenger Pilots Operating Handbook PROP Propeller Pounds per square inch Quantity Quarts Right Hand Right Hand Side Fuel Octane Rating Scale (Research Octane Number) Revolutions per minute Society of Automotive Engineers Seconds Square...
  • Page 9 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Maximum Structural Cruising Speed: the speed that should not be exceeded • except in smooth air and then only with caution. Stalling Speed: or the minimum steady flight speed at which the aircraft is •...
  • Page 10 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C 0.5.5 Weight and Balance Terminology Datum – An imaginary vertical plane from which all horizontal distances are measured for • balance purposes. Station – A location along the aircraft fuselage usually given in terms of distance from the •...

  • Page 11: Use Of Metric/Imperial Units

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C USE OF METRIC/IMPERIAL UNITS This POH uses the metric system as the basic system of measurement. Where common usage or available instrumentation refer to the Imperial/US unit system, both units are quoted. The following conversion factors are presented as a ready reference to the conversion factors that have been used in this manual as well as supplying some others that may be found useful.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY....1-7 USE OF METRIC/IMPERIAL UNITS..........1-11 SECTION 1 - GENERAL ..............1-14 MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ....1-14 MANUFACTURER DETAILS ............1-15 LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT NOTIFICATION .........1-15 J120-C PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATION SUMMARY ..1-15 SECTION 2 – AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION....2-16 ...................2-16 NGINE ..................2-16 ROPELLER ....................2-16...
  • Page 13 SECTION 8 – GROUND HANDLING & SERVICING ....... 8-47 FUEL .................... 8-47 OIL....................8-48 BRAKES ..................8-48 SECTION 9 – SUPPLEMENTS ............9-49 INTRODUCTION................9-49 SUPPLEMENT LOG – JABIRU AIRCRAFT SUPPLEMENTS ..9-50 JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 13 of 50...

  • Page 14: Section 1 - General

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SECTION 1 - GENERAL MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE INSERT COPY OF MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 14 of 50...

  • Page 15: Manufacturer Details

    J120-C PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATION SUMMARY Gross Weight...

  • Page 16: Section 2 - Airplane & Systems Description

    Refer to Section 3 for additional details. Engine Oil Jabiru Aircraft approves lubricating oils of any brand name conforming to specifications MIL-L- 6082 for straight mineral oil and MIL-L-22851 for ashless dispersant oil. Refer to Section Error! Reference source not found. for additional details.
  • Page 17 2.5.1 Minimum Equipment List Opt. Weight Description Code kg (lb) mm (in) Firewall Fwd Engine: Jabiru 2200. Includes starter, alternator, 61kg 280mm carburettor, muffler, spark plugs, prop flange extension (135lb) (11.02in) and oil filter assembly 0.5kg 280mm Oil Cooler (empty): P/No. PH4A015N (1.1lb)
  • Page 18 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Opt. Weight Description Code kg (lb) mm (in) Electrical Equipment 6.7kg 910mm Battery (Odyssey PC625) (14.8lb) (35.83in) 0.5kg 1110mm VHF COMM #1: (1.1lb) (43.70in) 0.7kg 1110mm Transponder (1.5lb) (43.70in) 0.6kg 1688mm Headsets (1.3lb) (66.46in)

  • Page 19: Section 3 - Operating Limitations

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING LIMITATIONS 3.1 KINDS OF OPERATION The standard J120-C, as detailed within this POH, is approved for Day VFR Operations only. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS The indicated airspeeds in the table below are based on airspeed calibration data from Section 5.

  • Page 20: Power Plant Limitations

    CAUTION In the J120-C Jabiru Aircraft allow the use of Ethanol additive to fuel up to a ratio of 10%. However, owners must be aware of the additional operational risks and maintenance requirements for using Ethanol additives. Section Error! Reference source not found. contains additional information.

  • Page 21: Power Plant Instrument Markings

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS Green Arc Yellow Arc Red Line Red Arc/Line Instrument Precautionary Normal Minimum Limit Maximum Limit Range Operating Tachometer 3300 RPM Up to 180°C 200°C 180°C - 200°C Cylinder Head Temperature (356°F)
  • Page 22 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C 3.12.1 Cockpit Placards General Warning Placard P/No. 5A092A0D Fitted on the rear Face of the Forward Wing Spar Carry-through Beam in the Cabin Ceiling. LSA Placard P/No. 5A060A0D Fitted on the rear Face of the Forward Wing Spar Carry-through Beam in the Cabin Ceiling.
  • Page 23 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Compass Card P/No. 5123024 Fit in compass card holder attached to compass. Baggage P/No. 5A037A0D Fit to right side fuselage wall immediately below window. Baggage P/No. 5111154 Fit to inside of fuselage on right side just below rear quarter window.
  • Page 24 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Cockpit Controls Trim Position P/No. 5024094 (1 OFF) Fit to centre console beside of elevator fwd stop, above trim lever. Fuel Tap Position P/No 502319N Fitted on the centre console beside the Fuel Selector Valve...
  • Page 25 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Attach to outsides of main wheel spats Engine Oil P/No. 5A008A0D Attach to inner face of door in top engine cowl. Dipstick Inside P/No. 5A007A0D Fit to outside of oil door in upper engine cowl.

  • Page 26: Section 4 - Weight & Balance Information

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SECTION 4 – WEIGHT & BALANCE INFORMATION CENTRE OF GRAVITY LIMITS 1601-mm (63.03”, 20%MAC) aft of datum up to & including 420 kg (926lb) Forward Limit: 1661-mm (63.39”, 26.1%MAC) aft of datum at 500kg (1190lb) Linear variation between points.
  • Page 27 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C INSERT PAGES 6.2 & 6.3 FROM WEIGHING SPREADSHEET HERE JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 27 of 50...
  • Page 28 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C INSERT WEIGHT & BALANCE RECORD FROM WEIGHING SPREADSHEET IN PLACE OF THIS PAGE. JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 28 of 50...

  • Page 29: Trim Sheets

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Trim Sheets A metric trim sheet has been provided. An example loading has been worked through for reference. 4.2.1 Trim Sheet Index Units To use the trim sheets the aircraft’s weight and balance information must be converted to “Trim Sheet Index Units”...
  • Page 30 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Calculating the Operating CG Locations 2-1. Take the calculated Empty Weight Trim Index and mark it’s position on the Aircraft Index Units Ladder at the top of the sheet. Draw a vertical line down from the point marked above to intersect with a sloping line in the “Crew Index Units”...
  • Page 31 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C EXAMPLE Aircraft Index Units STEP 1: Start at the empty aircraft's index STEP 3A Crew Index Units - Come right 1 line per 10kg Crew Weight. STEP 3 STEP 3: Draw a line down from the Aircraft Index to the Crew Index ladder.
  • Page 32 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C ORIGINAL Aircraft Index Units Crew Index Units - Come right 1 line per 10kg Crew Weight. Baggage Index Units - Come right 1 line per 5kg added Fuel Index Units - Come right 1 line per 10L fuel added.

  • Page 33: Section 5 - Performance

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SECTION 5 – PERFORMANCE 5.1 TAKE OFF AND LANDING DISTANCES Take-Off Distance 400 m Landing Distance 300 m Note: All distances quoted are for an aircraft at gross weight, operating from a paved runway surface at sea level in an ICAO standard atmosphere.

  • Page 34: Airspeed Indicator System Calibration

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C 5.4 Airspeed Indicator System Calibration Conditions: Power: As required for level flight or maximum rated RPM as appropriate. KCAS KIAS Flaps UP Flaps Take-off Flaps Landing JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 34 of 50...

  • Page 35: Section 6 - Emergency Procedures

    GENERAL This Section describes the procedures to be adopted in the event of an emergency or abnormal situation occurring in the J120-C aircraft. The procedures are arranged in the sequence considered to be the most desirable in the majority of cases. Steps should be performed in the order listed unless good reasons for deviation exist.
  • Page 36 The propeller may stop windmilling below 50 KIAS The Jabiru 2200 engine is a high compression (7.8:1) engine & therefore airstarts when the propeller has stopped rotating, without the use of the starter, are unlikely before reaching V Therefore, the following procedure addresses only airstarts by use of the starter motor.
  • Page 37 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C 6.3.3 Forced Landings Emergency Landing Without Engine Power Airspeed……………………………………..65 KIAS Ignition………………………………………… OFF Fuel Shutoff Valve…………………………… OFF Fuel Pump……………………………………. OFF Throttle………………………………………... CLOSED Wing Flaps…………………………………… FULL PRIOR TO TOUCH DOWN Master Switch………………………………... OFF Braking………………………………………... HEAVY AFTER TOUCH DOWN Precautionary Landing With Engine Power Airspeed .............70 KIAS...
  • Page 38 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Engine Fire In Flight Throttle............CLOSE Fuel Valve ..........OFF Fuel Pump..........OFF Ignition ............OFF Master Switch..........OFF Cabin Heat Vent......... CLOSE Cabin Air Vent ..........OPEN BOTH Airspeed ............ INCREASE UP TO VNE if required to extinguish fire.
  • Page 39 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C 6.3.5 Carburettor Icing If Carburettor icing is suspected: Throttle ............FULL CARB HEAT..........FULL ON NOTE Carburettor heat may be used at any power setting, but will result in a slight power loss. When icing is eliminated, return CARB HEAT to OFF. Carburettor heat should not be used for take- offs.

  • Page 40: Section 7 - Normal Procedures

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SECTION 7 – NORMAL PROCEDURES GENERAL Section 4 of this handbook describes the procedures to be adopted for normal operations of the J120-C aircraft. The procedures are arranged in the sequence considered to be the most desirable and therefore steps should be performed in the order listed unless good reasons for a deviation exist.

  • Page 41: Preflight Inspection

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C PREFLIGHT INSPECTION Before flight, a careful visual inspection is to be carried out to ensure that the aircraft and its systems are serviceable. The following Figure is to be used in conjunction with the preflight inspection checklist: Figure 4-1.
  • Page 42 Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C * - Lock the hand brake on, then pull the aircraft forwards. Some flexing of the undercarriage legs is normal, but there should be no movement of the top of the leg relative to the fuselage.
  • Page 43 DO NOT pull through a hot engine. CAUTION Several causes of irregular compression – such as poorly sealing valves – can lead to extensive engine damage if not addressed. The Jabiru 2200 Engine Instruction & Maintenance Manual provides additional details. JP-FM-10...

  • Page 44: Normal Procedures Check Lists

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECK LISTS 7.4.1 Before Starting Engine Pre flight Inspection........COMPLETED Passenger Briefing........COMPLETED Harnesses..........SECURE Brakes............ON/PARK Avionics ...........OFF Circuit Breakers........IN Fuel Level Warning Light (if fitted) ....CHECK OPERATION using test switch 7.4.2 Starting Engine - Cold Master Switch ..........ON...

  • Page 45: Airspeed

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C Controls........... FULL & FREE TRAVEL, CORRECT SENSE Hatches........... CLOSED & LOCKED Harnesses ..........SECURE all seat belts correctly fastened and adjusted Oil temperature........ABOVE 50 7.4.4 Take-Off Carburettor heat ........OFF Throttle............ FULL OPEN Elevator Control........
  • Page 46 Engine Management – Ground Running The 2200B engine fitted to the J120-C is cooled by air flowing over the engine and oil cooler. During ground running care must be taken to ensure that there is adequate airflow and that safe engine temperatures are maintained.

  • Page 47: Section 8 - Ground Handling & Servicing

    8.1.1 Fuel Ethanol Content Jabiru Aircraft allow fuels with an Ethanol content of up to 10% to be used in the J120-C. While Ethanol boosts the fuel’s octane rating and is becoming increasingly common in automotive fuels there are important issues caused by its use.

  • Page 48: Oil

    SAE: Commercial: 8.3 BRAKES The brakes of the J120-C use automotive brake fluid. Refer to the J120 Technical manual for details of appropriate brake fluid specifications. WARNING: The JABIRU uses automotive brake fluid (DOT 3 or DOT 4). DO NOT use Aircraft hydraulic fluid (mineral based) or damage to the brake system will result.

  • Page 49: Section 9 - Supplements

    POH when operating in accordance with the provisions of that supplement. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that new Jabiru Aircraft Supplements received after receipt of the POH are recorded on the Log of Supplements page.

  • Page 50: Supplement Log - Jabiru Aircraft Supplements

    Jabiru Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook Model J120-C SUPPLEMENT LOG – JABIRU AIRCRAFT SUPPLEMENTS Applicable to aircraft serial number J120-C ______________ Install Doc. No. Title Date JP-FM-10 Revision: 28 Nov 2007 Page 50 of 50...

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