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Rally Pilot Operating Handbook
PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK
Revision 4.1
STORMAIRCRAFT
RALLY LSA
Manufacturer: Storm Aircraft
Model: Rally
Aircraft Registration Number:
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Airframe Serial Number:
Date Purchased:
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Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft
Revision 4.1

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  • Page 1 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK Revision 4.1 STORMAIRCRAFT RALLY LSA Manufacturer: Storm Aircraft Model: Rally Aircraft Registration Number: Airframe Serial Number: Date Purchased: Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...
  • Page 2 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS LIMITATIONS WEIGHT AND BALANCE PERFORMANCE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES HANDLING SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS 10.0 SUPPLEMENTS 11.0 QUICK REFERENCE NOTICE: This Pilot Operating Handbook has be designed to comply with AC 23- 8B, Appendix 5, Effective 14 August 2003.
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  • Page 5: General

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION ................6 1.2 DESCRIPTIVE DATA ................6 Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...
  • Page 6 5.5 TAKE-OFF DISTANCE CHART Take off Speed 32°F 32°F 50°F 50°F 70°F 70°F 85°F 85°F 100°F 100°F Press. Weight Lift off at 50 ft Alt—ft. S.L. 1,011 1,346 1,000 1,004 586 1 1,701 2,000 1,308 1,671 2.058 3,000 1.302 1,656 2,025 1,401 2.,62 1320 lbs .
  • Page 7 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 5.6 TIME, FUEL, AND DISTANCE TO CLIMB CHART (Maximum Rate of Climb) Conditions: flaps up; full throttle (5500 RPM); standard temperature; zero wind. Notes: 1) add 1 gal of fuel for engine start, taxi and takeoff 2) increase time, fuel and distance by 10% for each 46°F above standard...
  • Page 8 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 1.1 INTRODUCTION Section 1 provides basic data and information of general interest. 1.2 DESCRIPTIVE DATA Engine: • Number of engines ....1 • Engine manufacturer ....ROTAX • Engine model ......… 912 UL S2 • Engine type ....………... normally aspirated, 4-cyl, 4-stroke, liquid/air...
  • Page 9 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Baggage Space Dimensions: • Cabin width: (Door to Door) = 43.7 inches @ door handles • Baggage Area: Length = 26 inches. Width = 28—42 inches at front edge. Height = 27—32 inches. Volume = approx. 16 cu. ft.
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  • Page 11 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 2.0 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS FOR LSA ACTIVITY 2.1 SPEEDS ..................12 2.2 TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE ............. 12 2.3 LANDING PERFORMANCE ............. 12 2.3 WEIGHTS ..................12 2.4 LOADING ..................12 Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...
  • Page 12 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 2.1 SPEEDS Maximum at sea level ..............120 kts/138 mph Cruise (75% power at 2000 ft, ISA conditions ......107 kts/123 mph STALL SPEED: Flaps up, power ................44 kts/51 mph Flaps down, power off ..............35 kts/40 mph CRUISE : 75% (4200 rpm @ 2000 ft (ISA Conditions) ........
  • Page 13 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 3.0 LIMITATIONS FOR LSA ACTIVITY 3.1 INTRODUCTION ................14 3.2 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS ..............14 3.3 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS............. 14 3.4 MARKING (Knots) VALUE SIGNIFIANCE or RANGE ......15 3.5 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS ............15 3.6 POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS ......... 15 3.7 WEIGHT LIMITS FOR SPORT PILOT AIRCRAFT FLYING ACTIVITY ..

  • Page 14: Limitations

    Section 3 includes operating limitations and instrument markings necessary for the safe operation of the airplane, its engine, standard systems and standard equip- ment. The Rally LSA may be operated VFR at night , and/or, in day/night IFR condi- tions, provided the aircraft's equipment meets FAA requirements and restrictions for such operations, and the pilot holds the required airman's ratings for these op- erations.

  • Page 15: Power Plant Limitations

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 3.5 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS Engine operation limits for takeoff and continuous operation: • Maximum power ..... 95 hp • Maximum engine speed ....5500 rpm • Maximum oil temperature ... 130°C/266°F • Minimum oil temperature ……… 50°C/120°F •...

  • Page 16: Maneuver Limits

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 3.9 MANEUVER LIMITS This airplane is designed for limited aerobatic flight (Utility Category) No aerobatic maneuvers are approved except those listed below: (LSA RULES) • Chandelle—maximum entry speed ... 105 knots • Lazy eights—maximum entry speed ... 105 knots •...

  • Page 17: Weight And Balance

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 4.0 WEIGHT AND BALANCE 4.1 INTRODUCTION ................18 4.2 AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURE ..........18 4.3 WEIGHT AND BALANCE ..............18 Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...
  • Page 18 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 4.1 INTRODUCTION This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic empty weight and moment of the airplane. Sample forms are provided for reference. Procedures for calculating the weight and moment for various operations are also provided.
  • Page 19 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 2. Use the loading graph to determine the moment/1000 for each addi- tional item to be carried on the aircraft, then list these on the loading problem. 3. Total the weights and moments/1000 and plot these values on the C.G.
  • Page 20 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook ITEM WEIGHT (lbs) X CG ARM (in) = MOMENT (lbs/in) AIRCRAFT BASIC 751.8 13.6 10,227 EMPTY WEIGHT Figure 4-6 Sample Aircraft Basic Empty Weight and Moment SAMPLE AIRPLANE YOUR AIRPLANE SAMPLE LOADING PROBLEM WEIGHT (lbs) MOMENT...
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  • Page 23: Performance

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 5.0 PERFORMANCE 5.1 INTRODUCTION ................24 5.2 SAMPLE PROBLEM ............... 24 2.21 EXAMPLE ................24 5.22 TAKEOFF ................24 5.23 CRUISE ................. 25 5.24 FUEL REQUIRED ..............25 5.25 LANDING ..................26 5.5 TAKE-OFF DISTANCE CHART ............27 5.6 TIME, FUEL, AND DISTANCE TO CLIMB CHART ......

  • Page 24: Introduction

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 5.1 INTRODUCTION Performance data charts on the following pages are presented so that you may know what to expect from the airplane under various conditions, and also to facili- tate the planning of flights in detail and with reasonable accuracy. The data in the charts has been computed from actual flight tests with the airplane and engine in good condition and using average piloting techniques.

  • Page 25: Cruise

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook • Total distance to clear a 50 ft obstacle ....1,300 ft These distances are well within the available takeoff field length; however, a correc- tion for the effect of wind may be made based on Note 3 of the takeoff chart: de- crease the ground roll by 10% for 10 knots head wind.

  • Page 26: Landing

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook With an expected 10 knots headwind, the ground speed for cruise is predicted to be: 100 knots – 10 knots = 90 knots Therefore, the time required for the cruise portion of the trip is: 385 nm ÷ 90 knots = 4.3 hours The fuel required for cruise is: 4.3 hours x 3.8 gal.

  • Page 27: Take-Off Distance Chart

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 5.4 RATE OF CLIMB (Maximum) Press. Climb Altitude Speed Rate of Climb - fpm Feet Knots - 4° F 0° F 70° F 100° F Aircraft Configuration 2,000 GW: 1320 lbs 4,000 Engine: Rotax 100 hp...

  • Page 28: Cruise Performance Chart

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 5.7 CRUISE PERFORMANCE CHART Conditions: Weight 1320 lbs; Zero wind. Below 68°F Standard Above 68°F Press Standard Temp. Temperature Standard Temp. Alt. (ft.) 2,000 5500 5200 5000 4500 4400 4200 4,000 5500 5200 5000 4500 4400...

  • Page 29: Landing Distance Chart

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 5.8 LANDING DISTANCE CHART Conditions: flaps 32°; power off; normal braking; paved, level, and dry runway; zero wind. Notes: 1) normal landing technique as specified in Section 7. 2) decrease distances 10% for each 10 knots headwind. For operation with a...
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  • Page 31: Emergency Procedures

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 6.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 6.1 INTRODUCTION ..............32 6.2 AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION ......32 6.3 ENGINE FAILURE ..............32 6.4 FORCED LANDINGS .............. 33 6.5 FIRES .................. 34 6.6 ICING .................. 35 6.7 LANDING WITH A FLAT MAIN TIRE ........35 6.8 ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS ..

  • Page 32: Introduction

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.1 INTRODUCTION Section 6 provides checklist and amplified procedures for coping with emer- gencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by airplane or engine malfunc- tions are extremely rare if proper preflight inspections and maintenance are practiced. Enroute weather emergencies can be minimized or eliminated by careful flight planning and good judgment when unexpected weather is en- countered.

  • Page 33: Forced Landings

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.4 FORCED LANDINGS Emergency landing without engine power: 1) Airspeed ......58 kts/67 mph (flaps up) 52 kts/60 mph (flaps down) 2) Fuel shut off valve ... OFF 3) Fuel pump ....... OFF 4) Ignition switch ....OFF 5) Wing flap .......

  • Page 34: Fires

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.5 FIRES During start on ground: 1. Cranking ....CONTINUE to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carburetor and into the engine. IF ENGINE STARTS 1. Power ......2500 RPM for a few minutes.

  • Page 35: Icing

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Cabin fire: 1. Master switch ....OFF 2. Cabin heat and air ..... OFF 3. Fire extinguisher ....ACTIVATE if available WARNING After discharging an extinguisher within a closed cabin, ventilate the cabin. 4. Land the airplane as soon as possible.

  • Page 36: Amplified Procedures

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.9 AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES 6.91 ENGINE FAILURE If an engine failure occurs during the takeoff run, the most important thing to do is to stop the airplane on the remaining runway. Those extra items on the checklist will provide added safety during a failure of this type. Prompt lowering of the nose to maintain airspeed and establish a glide attitude is the first response to an engine failure after takeoff.

  • Page 37: Forced Landings

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.92 FORCED LANDINGS If all attempts to restart the engine fail and a forced landing is imminent, select a suitable field and prepare for the landing as discussed in the check- list for engine-off emergency landings. Before attempting an off airport...

  • Page 38: Spins

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 6.96 SPINS INTENTIONAL SPINS ARE PROHIBITED Should an inadvertent spin occur, the following recovery procedure should be used: 1. Retard throttle to idle position 2. Place aileron in neutral position 3. Apply and HOLD full rudder opposite to the direction of rotation 4.
  • Page 39 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Problems of this nature constitute an electrical emergency and should be dealt with immediately. Electrical power malfunctions usually fall into two categories: 1. Excessive rate of charge 2. Insufficient rate of charge The paragraphs below describe the recommended remedy for each situa- tion.
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  • Page 41: Normal Procedures

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 7.0 NORMAL PROCEDURES 7.1 INTRODUCTION ................42 7.2 SPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION ..........42 7.3 CHECKLIST PROCEDURES .............. 43 7.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS ..............45 7.5 ENGINE START & TAXI ..............45 7.6 TAKEOFF ..................45 7.7 ENROUTE CLIMB ................

  • Page 42: Introduction

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.1 INTRODUCTION Section 7 provides checklist and amplified procedures for the conduct of normal operations. 7.2 SPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION Unless otherwise noted the following speeds are based on maximum weight of 1320 lbs and may be used for any lesser weight.

  • Page 43: Checklist Procedures

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.3 CHECKLIST PROCEDURES Preflight inspection Visually check the airplane for general conditions during walk around inspection. In cold weather, remove even small accumulation of frost, ice or snow from wing, tail and control surfaces. Also make sure that control surfaces contain no internal accumulation of ice or debris.

  • Page 44: Prior To Take-Off

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS Cabin: 1. Control stick lock ....REMOVE 2. Ignition switch ....OFF 3. Master switch ....ON 4. Fuel quantity indicator ..CHECK QUANTITY 5. Master switch ....OFF 6. Fuel shutoff valve ....ON Empennage: 1.

  • Page 45: Pre-Flight Checks

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Before staring engine: 1. Preflight inspection ....COMPLETE 2. Seats, belts, shoulder harnesses ..ADJUST and LOCK 3. Fuel shutoff valve ...... ON 4. Radios, electrical equipment ..OFF 5. Brakes ........TEST and SET 6. Circuit breakers ......CHECK IN 7.5 ENGINE START &...

  • Page 46: Enroute Climb

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.7 ENROUTE CLIMB Normal climb: 1. Airspeed ....55 – 60 kts/63—69 mph 2. Throttle ....FULL OPEN (5500 RPM) 3. Fuel pump ....OFF If maximum performance climb is necessary, use speeds shown in the “Rate of Climb Chart”...

  • Page 47: Securing Airplane

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.11 SECURING AIRPLANE Engine shutoff: 1. Brakes ........SET 2. Radios, electrical equipment ..OFF 3. Throttle ......... 1500 RPM 4. Ignition switch ......OFF 5. Master switch ......OFF 6. Control lock ......INSTALLED AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES 7.12 BEFORE ENGINE START...

  • Page 48: Starting Engine

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.14 STARTING ENGINE Ordinarily the engine starts easily with one or two strokes of primer in warm tem- peratures to six strokes in cold weather, with the throttle open approximately 0.4 in. In extremely cold temperatures, it may be necessary to continue priming while cranking.

  • Page 49: Taxiing

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.15 TAXIING While taxiing, it is important that speed and use of brakes be held to a minimum and that all controls be utilized to maintain directional control and balance. See figure 7-2 Taxiing diagram. Taxiing over loose gravel or cinders should be done at low engine speed to avoid abrasion and stone damage to the propeller tips.

  • Page 50: Takeoff

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.16 PRIOR TO TAKE-OFF Warm-up: Most of the warm-up will have been conducted during taxi, an additional warm-up before takeoff should be restricted to the checklist procedure. Since the engine is cowled for efficient in-flight cooling, precaution should be taken to avoid overheat- ing on the ground.

  • Page 51: Stalls

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook After full throttle is applied, adjust the throttle friction lock clock-wise to prevent the throttle from creeping back from a maximum power position. Similar friction lock adjustment should be made as required by other flight conditions to maintain a fixed throttle setting.

  • Page 52: Landing

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.19 CRUISE Normal cruising is performed between 55% and 75% power. The engine rpm and corresponding fuel consumption for various altitudes can be determined by the data contained in Section 5. The data in Section 5 shows the increased range and improved fuel economy that is obtainable when operating at lower power settings and higher altitudes.
  • Page 53 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 7.22 LANDING The traffic pattern can be made with power-on or power-off at speed of 60 – 65 knots with flaps up, in “Base” and “Final” legs, reduce speed to 60 – 55 knots with flaps down. Surface winds and air turbulence are usually the primary factors in de- termining the most comfortable approach speed.
  • Page 54 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook Cold weather starting procedures are as follows: 1. With ignition switch OFF and throttle closed, PRIME the engine four to ten strokes as the propeller is being turned over by hand NOTE After priming, push the primer all the way in and lock in position to avoid possibility of engine drawing fuel through the primer.
  • Page 55 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 8.0 HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE 8.1 INTRODUCTION ................56 8.2 GROUND HANDLING ................ 56 8.3 PARKING ..................56 8.4 TIE-DOWN ..................56 8.5 JACKING ................... 56 8.6 LEVELING ..................56 8.7 FLYABLE STORAGE ................57 8.8 FUEL SERVICING ................

  • Page 56: Introduction

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 8.1 INTRODUCTION This section contains recommended basic procedure for proper ground handling, routine care and servicing of your airplane. 8.2 GROUND HANDLING The airplane is maneuvered on ground by hand with the tow-bar attached to the nose wheel or by pulling the aircraft by the propeller blades.

  • Page 57: Flyable Storage

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 8.7 FLYABLE STORAGE Airplanes placed in a non-operational storage for a maximum of 30 days are con- sidered in flyable storage status. Every seventh day during these periods, the pro- peller should be rotated by hand through at least five revolutions; this action lim- bers the oil and prevents any accumulation of corrosion on engine cylinder walls.

  • Page 58: Exterior Cleaning And Care

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 8.10 EXTERIOR CLEANING AND CARE The plastic windshield and canopy should be cleaned with an aircraft windshield cleaner; if it is not available, the plastic can be cleaned with soft cloths moistened with Stoddard solvent to remove oiL and grease; then, carefully washing with mild detergent and plenty of water;...
  • Page 59 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 9.0 REQUIRED PLACARDS & MARKINGS 9.1 REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS ..........60 9.2 LIMIT TAGS ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ........... 60 9.3 AIRCRAFT CLASSIFICATION TAGS ............60 9.4 FUSE AND SWITCH TAGS ..............60 9.5 SWITCHES .................... 61 9.6 TAGS ON CENTER CONSOLE ..............

  • Page 60: Required Placards And Markings

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 9.1 REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS Airspeed Indicator range markings • Operating limitations on instrument panel • Passenger warning “This Aircraft….. • “NO INTENTIONAL SPINS”, if applicable • miscellaneous placards and markings • Light-Sport by both entrances •...

  • Page 61: Cruise

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 9.5 SWITCHES: INSTALLED ON THE LW. LEFT SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Tags under each switch 9.6 TAGS ON CENTER CONSOLE A tag on center console shows position of the fuel selector One tag on the console beside throttle lever on the left – one tag on the console beside to choke lever on the right.

  • Page 62: Tags On Windows And Baggage Compartment

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 9.7 TAGS ON WINDOWS AND BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT A tag on baggage compartment for max. allowed load with full tank, pilot and pas- senger on board 9.8 TAGS ON OUTSIDE OF THE AIRCRAFT Elevator Trim Entrances Tag beside fuel filler of Right and Left Wing tanks...
  • Page 63 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 10.0 FACTORY APPROVED EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES 10.1 FACTORY APPROVED EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES ....64 10.2 INSTRUMENTS AND ACCESSORIES ..........64 10.3 AVIONICS ..................64 10.4 ACCESSORIES .................. 64 10.5 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ..............64 Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft...
  • Page 64 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook 10.1 FACTORY APPROVED EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES ROTAX 912 UL 80HP WITH 2 BLADED GROUND ADJUSTABLE PROPELLER • 3 BLADES GROUND ADJUSTABLE PITCH PROPELLER MOD. WARPDRIVE • 3 BLADES GROUND ADJUSTABLE PITCH PROPELLER MOD. WOODCOMP • RUDDER TRIM, AND OR, AILERON TRIM (CONTACT DEALER OR DISTRIBU- •...

  • Page 65: Quick Reference

    Rally Pilot Operating Handbook SECTION 11.0 QUICK REFERENCE 11.1 FLUIDS .................... 66 Copyright 2008, Rally Aircraft Revision 4.1...
  • Page 66 Rally Pilot Operating Handbook FLUID TYPE CAPACITY Fuel: 100LL* Avgas or 91-93 Oct Premium Auto Gas (10% 24/23 (Useable) Ethanol approved by Rotax). 35/34 (Useable) Oil: Semi-Synthetic 10W-40 Engine Oil, Ie. Honda HP-4, 0.8 US Gal Dura-Blend 10W-40 or comparable.
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