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AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
LBA Approved in Normal Category based on JAR-VLA.
This Airplane Flight Manual must be carried on board of the aircraft at all times and be kept
within the reach of the pilot during all flight operations. The amendment history and revision
status of each section of the Airplane Flight Manual are provided in the list of effective pages
and in the list of revisions.
This aircraft must be operated in compliance with the procedures and operating limits specified
herein.
SERIAL NO.:
REGIST. NO.:
Revision A.01 was approved by the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) on 30/08/2002 within the scope
of the type-certification. All revisions of section 2, 3, 4 and 5 beyond the scope of documentary
changes are subject to EASA-approval.
Doc. No.
First Issued:
Cover Page Issue No.:
Aviation by Excellence AG
AQUILA AT01
AQUILA AT01-
FM-AT01-1010-100E
05/06/2002
A.18

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  • Page 1 Aviation by Excellence AG AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL AQUILA AT01 LBA Approved in Normal Category based on JAR-VLA. This Airplane Flight Manual must be carried on board of the aircraft at all times and be kept within the reach of the pilot during all flight operations. The amendment history and revision status of each section of the Airplane Flight Manual are provided in the list of effective pages and in the list of revisions.
  • Page 2 Section 0 AQUILA AT01 INTRODUCTION With the AQUILA AT01 you acquired a very efficient training and utility aircraft, which can be operated very easily and exhibit excellent handling qualities. Reliable operation, handling and maintenance guarantee always trouble-free flights and continued airworthiness.
  • Page 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation Section 0 AQUILA AT01 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION GENERAL OPERATING LIMITATIONS (an approved section) EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (an approved section) NORMAL PROCEDURES (an approved section) PERFORMANCE (an partly approved section) WEIGHT AND BALANCE DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ITS SYSTEMS...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation Section 0 AQUILA AT01 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Section approved Issue Page Date A.18 0-1 to 0-8 29/11/2010 A.12 1-1 to 1-12 17/09/2008 A.12 2-1 to 2-20 17/09/2008 A.12 3-1 to 3-16 17/09/2008 A.18 4-1 to 4-20 29.11.2010...
  • Page 5 A new issue code appears in the footer of the pages of the revised section. The operation of the AQUILA AT01 is only permitted with an Airplane Flight Manual in the current effective status carried on board.
  • Page 6 Normal procedure – Actions introduced by 29.11.2010 A.18 SB-AT01-020 (14.01.2011 EASA) APPROVAL* Issue A.18 of the Airplane Flight Manual is approved within the approval of Major-Change AT01-00438 Rev.A02 by EASA. 14. Jan. 2011 10033370 Date EASA-approval Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue:...
  • Page 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation Section 0 AQUILA AT01 RECORD OF REVISIONS When a new revision to the Airplane Flight Manual is issued, the corresponding sections have to be removed and replaced by the pages of the revised sections. Only entire sections will be changed and have to be replaced. Each time, when the incorporation of a revision is accomplished, an endorsement has to be made in the record of revisions shown below.
  • Page 8 AQUILA AT01 Purchase of Technical Publications To guarantee safe operation and correct maintenance of the aircraft AQUILA AT01, all manuals and technical publications must be kept in the current effective status. All manuals and technical publications relating to the aircraft AQUILA AT01 are available...
  • Page 9 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation Section 0 AQUILA AT01 [Intentionally left blank] Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.18 A.17 (07/10/2010) 29/11/2010 0 - 8...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    1.4.1 Overall Dimensions 1.4.2 Wings 1.4.3 Horizontal Stabilizer / Elevator 1.4.4 Fuselage and Vertical Stabilizer / Rudder 1.4.5 Landing Gear AQUILA AT01 – THREE VIEW DRAWING ENGINE PROPELLER FUEL ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT 1.9.1 Engine Oil 1.9.2 Engine Coolant 1.10 WEIGHTS 1.11...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION This Airplane Flight Manual contains all information that the pilot and instructor need for safe aircraft operation and to get the optimum utility from the AQUILA AT01. It includes all data required in accordance with JAR-VLA and additional information provided by the manufacturer and type certificate holder for maximum utilization as an operating guide for the pilot.

  • Page 12: Warning, Cautions And Notes

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL WARNING, CAUTIONS AND NOTES Throughout the text, special text boxes termed as WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE are used to emphasize and address general remarks and special characteristics pertaining to aircraft handling as well as operation. These terms are defined as follows: WARNING Procedures, practices, etc.

  • Page 13: Aircraft Principal Dimensions

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL AIRCRAFT PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS 1.4.1 Overall Dimensions Wing Span: 10.3 Length: 7.35 Height: 1.4.2 Wings Airfoil: HQ-XX mod. Area: 10.5 m² Aspect Ratio: 10.1 Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC): 1.07 1.4.3 Horizontal Stabilizer / Elevator Area: m²...

  • Page 14: Aquila At01 – Three View Drawing

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL AQUILA AT01 – Three View Drawing Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.12 A.08 (30/06/2005) 17/09/2008 1 - 5...

  • Page 15: Engine

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL ENGINE The ROTAX 912 S3 is a 4-cylinder 4-stroke engine with ram air cooled and horizontally ® opposed cylinders as well as liquid cooled cylinder heads. The Propeller is driven via an internal reduction gearbox with an integrated overload clutch and a hydraulic constant speed propeller governor.

  • Page 16: Engine Oil And Coolant

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL ENGINE OIL AND COOLANT 1.9.1 Engine Oil Use only oil with API classification “SG” or higher. Heavy duty 4-stroke motor cycle oils meet normally all the requirements. For more information regarding engine oil selection, refer to the Operator’s Manual for all versions of 912 series engines, section 10.2.3, and to ROTAX...

  • Page 17: Engine Coolant

    AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL 1.9.2 Engine Coolant Only the following water-free coolant concentrate based on propylene glycol is approved for the usage in the AQUILA AT01. Mixture Ratio % Designation Concentrate Water EVANS NPG+ When correctly applied (100% coolant concentration), there is sufficient protection against vapour bubble formation, freezing or thickening of the coolant within the operating limits.

  • Page 18: Terminology And Abbreviations

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL 1.11 TERMINOLOGY AND ABBREVIATIONS 1.11.1 Airspeeds IAS: (Indicated Airspeed), Speed as shown on the airspeed indicator. KIAS: IAS expressed in Knots CAS: (Calibrated Airspeed), Means the indicated airspeed, corrected for position and instrument error.
  • Page 19 Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL Lever Arm: The horizontal distance from the reference datum to the centre of gravity (C.G.) of an item. Moment: The product of the weight of an item multiplied by its lever arm.

  • Page 20: Conversion Factors

    Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL 1.12 CONVERSION FACTORS 1.12.1 Length 1 ft 0.304 1 in 25.4 1.12.2 Airspeed 1 kts 1.852 km/h 1 mph 1.609 km/h 1.12.3 Pressure 1 hPa N/m² 1 mbar 1 in Hg 33.865...
  • Page 21 Section 1 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 GENERAL 1.12.7 RESERVED [Intentionally left blank] Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.12 A.08 (30/06/2005) 17/09/2008 1 - 12...
  • Page 22 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS Page INTRODUCTION AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS OTHER INSTRUMENT MARKINGS MASS LIMITS (Weight Limits) CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS MANOEUVRE LIMITS 2.10 FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS 2.11...
  • Page 23 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS INTRODUCTION This section includes all operating limitations, instrument markings, and basic placards necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. WARNING The aircraft must be operated in compliance with the operating limitations.
  • Page 24 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS The airspeeds given below are expressed in knots Indicated Airspeeds (IAS): Marking (IAS) [kts] Remarks White Arc Full Flap Operating Range 44-90 Green Arc Normal Operating Range 52-130...
  • Page 25 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS Maximum Continuous Power: 69.0 kW Maximum Continuous Propeller Speed: 2260 rpm Oil Pressure Minimum: below 1440 rpm Normal: 2.0 – 5.0 above 1440 rpm Maximum during Cold Start: (for a short period of time)

  • Page 26: Power Plant Instrument Markings

    Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS The following table shows the power plant instrument markings and their colour code significance. Tachometer Cylinder Head Oil Pressure Instrument ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ [rpm] Temperature temperature [bar] [°...
  • Page 27 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS OTHER INSTRUMENT MARKINGS Instrument Red Arc Green Arc Green/Red Arc Red Arc (Minimum) (Normal Operat. (Caution) (Maximum) Range) Voltmeter 8 – 11 12 – 15 11 – 12 15 – 16...
  • Page 28 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS WARNING The aircraft may only be operated with a centre of gravity position within the approved operating range, otherwise, the controllability and/or longitudinal stability of the aircraft as well as its overall handling qualities will be significantly reduced.
  • Page 29 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS CAUTION Manoeuvres that include negative flight load factors are not permitted. Intentional Spinning is not permitted. 2.11 CREW Maximum Persons on Board: Minimum Crew: 1 Pilot With only one person on board, the aircraft may only be operated from the left seat.
  • Page 30 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 2.13 FUEL LIMITATIONS Left Fuel Tank Right Fuel Tank Fuel Capacity (total): Litres Usable Fuel (total) 54.8 54.8 Litres Unusable Fuel: Litres For approved fuel grades, refer to paragraph 1.8. 2.14 DEMONSTRATED CROSSWIND COMPONENT The maximum demonstrated crosswind component is 15.0 kts / 27.0 km/h.
  • Page 31 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 2.16 PLACARDS In the lower mid section of the instrument panel: The aircraft is certified for VFR flights on day, outside icing conditions. aerobatic maneuvers, including spins are approved. For further operating limitations refer to POH.
  • Page 32 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS On the instrument panel, adjacent to the right side of the circuit breakers: FLARM ! Optional ! Only if second COM/NAV Panel COM/NAV-Equip- Light ment is installed. COM/NAV Stall Warning Warning...
  • Page 33 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS On the instrument panel, adjacent to the right side of the trim position indicator: TRIM CONTROL NOSE DOWN NOSE UP In the left section of the instrument panel, adjacent to the airspeed...
  • Page 34 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 13.) On the instrument panel, below the voltmeter: Voltmeter 14.) On the instrument panel, below the amperemeter: Ammeter 15.) On the control panel below the midsection of the instrument panel adjacent to the corresponding control element:...
  • Page 35 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 18.) On the centre pedestal below the fuel selector/shut-off valve: FUEL USABLE 109,6 LITER SWITCH TANKS EVERY 60 MIN 19.) On the centre pedestal below the parking brake control lever: PARKING BRAKE PULL 20.)
  • Page 36 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 22.) On the inner surface of the baggage compartment door: BAGGAGE MAX: 40 kg SECURELY ANCHOR DOWN 23.) On the brake fluid reservoir at the firewall in the engine compartment: HYD. BRAKE FLUID (FLUID 4) 24.)
  • Page 37 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 28.) On both wings, forward of the fuel filler caps (relating to flight direction): EN 228 SUPER EN 228 SUPER plus AVGAS 100 LL USABLE 54,8 Liter 29.) On the outer surface of the fuselage at the position of the ELT (if installed) INSTALLED HERE 30.)
  • Page 38 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 34.) On right side of the instrument panel, adjacent to the 12 VDC receptacle (if installed): RECEPTACLE 12 - 14 VDC MAX: 8 A 35.) On the instrument panel, adjacent to the ELT remote control switch (if...
  • Page 39 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 40.) At the front side of the lower engine cowling, above the cooling air inlet or well visible on the air inlet duct: WINTER KIT MUST BE REMOVED ABOVE 15° C (59° F) WINTER KIT SHOULD BE INSTALLED BELOW 5°...
  • Page 40 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 44.) This placard is located at the following positions (altogether 6 per aircraft): a) On the upper surface of both winglets along its trailing edge (inboard directed surface). b) On the upper surface of both elevators along their trailing edges near their inboard end.
  • Page 41 Section 2 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 LIMITATIONS 49.) In the upper right section of the instrument panel: ELT and Fire-Extinguisher behind Co-Pilot seat (if installed) 50.) In the middle section of the instrument panel, directly on the left side of...

  • Page 42: Emergency Procedures

    Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Page INTRODUCTION AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION ENGINE FAILURES 3.3.1 Engine Failure During Take-off Run 3.3.2 Engine Failure Immediately After Take-off 3.3.3 In-Flight Engine Failure 3.3.4 Power-Off Landing...
  • Page 43 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Page 3.11 FLAP CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS 3-13 3.12 TRIM CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURES 3-14 3.12.1 Trim System Inoperative 3-14 3.12.2 Trim Actuator Does Not Stop as Desired 3-14 3.13 AVIONICS MALFUNCTIONS 3-15 3.13.1...
  • Page 44 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION This section provides checklists with the recommended procedures for coping with various emergency situations. Emergencies caused by aircraft or engine malfunctions are extremely rare if all pre-flight inspections and required maintenance activities are conducted properly.
  • Page 45 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ENGINE FAILURES 3.3.1 Engine Failure During Take-off Run Throttle IDLE Brakes APPLY as required 3.3.2 Engine Failure Immediately After Take-off ENGINE POWER LOSS Throttle full OPEN Electrical Fuel Pump Airspeed...
  • Page 46 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Throttle Do not change position If roughness continues: Throttle REDUCE to minimum required for flight Precautionary Landing PERFORM LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE Oil Temperature CHECK If loss of oil pressure below the green arc occurs and the oil temperature remains...
  • Page 47 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Propeller Control Lever HIGH-RPM Position Fuel Selector Valve SWITCH to fullest tank Electrical Fuel Pump Throttle (hot engine) 2 cm OPENED (cold engine) IDLE Choke (hot engine) (cold engine) PULL...

  • Page 48: Precautionary Landing With Engine Power

    Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.3.4 Power-Off Landing EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER Airspeed Flaps in Landing Position 60 KIAS Flaps in Take-off Position 65 KIAS Flaps in Cruise Position 70 KIAS Fuel Selector Valve...
  • Page 49 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES After touchdown: Brakes APPLY as required Fuel Selector Valve Ignition Switch ALT/BAT Switch SMOKE AND FIRE 3.5.1 Engine Fire On Ground Fuel Selector Valve Throttle FULL OPEN ALT/BAT Switch Ignition Switch...
  • Page 50 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.5.4 In-Flight Electrical Fire and Formation of Smoke BAT Switch Cabin Vents OPEN Canopy slide-window FULL OPEN Fire Extinguisher (if installed) ACTIVATE as required 3.5.5 In-Flight Cabin Fire BAT Switch...
  • Page 51 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SPIN RECOVERY PROCEDURE Rudder APPLY FULL DEFLECTION OPPOSITE to direction of rotation Throttle retard to IDLE Elevator control move forward to NEUTRAL (far enough to terminate the stall) Rudder return to...

  • Page 52: Landing With A Flat Tire

    Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES LANDING WITH A FLAT TIRE For a landing with a suspect or defective tire use the following procedure: Flaps LANDING Position Perform touch down on that side of the runway that is opposite to the defective tire, to have the complete width of the runway to correct direction changes caused by the defective tire.
  • Page 53 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES If the ALTERNATOR Warning Light still illuminates: ALTERNATOR Switch Cabin Light Landing Light Anti Collision Light NAV-Lights Devices connected at the 12 VDC receptacle OFF Observe the voltmeter and ammeter readings.
  • Page 54 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Low voltage indication while landing (needle on green-red shaded ARC or below) After Landing Proceed in accordance with 3.10.3 A) WARNING Whenever the needle of the voltmeter is within the RED ARC, land at the nearest airfield to eliminate the problem before continuing the flight.
  • Page 55 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.12 TRIM CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURES 3.12.1 Trim System Inoperative “Trim Actuator” Circuit Breaker RESET, if tripped Trim Switch PRESS “Nose UP” and then “Nose Down” for several times. NOTE An inoperative trim system does not affect the aircraft controllability. However, the control stick forces are considerably higher and may reach up to 100 N.
  • Page 56 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.13 AVIONICS MALFUNCTIONS 3.13.1 Complete Avionics Failure AVIONICS Master Switch SWITCH Off then On. The avionics main switch is an automatic circuit protective Switch. If the switch trips again: Land at the nearest suitable airfield.
  • Page 57 Section 3 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.15 IN-FLIGHT FAILURES AND MALFUNCTIONS 3.15.1 Self-Actuating Release and Opening of the Canopy in flight In the case of a self-actuating release and opening of the canopy in flight, a stationary canopy opening angle of about 20°...

  • Page 58: Aquila At01 Section

    Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Page INTRODUCTION AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION RESERVED PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION 4.4.1 Daily Pre-flight Check 4.4.2 Check Before Every Flight 4-11 CHECKLISTS FOR NORMAL PROCEDURES 4-13 4.5.1 Before Engine Start-up 4-13 4.5.2...
  • Page 59 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION This section provides normal operating procedure checklists for the aircraft as well as recommended airspeeds. Additional information is provided in the Operators Manual for ROTAX engine Type 912 series and in the Operation and Installation Manual of mt-Propeller, latest revision.
  • Page 60 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION The following airspeeds are based on the maximum take-off weight of 750 kg. They may be also used for any lower operational weight. TAKE-OFF Airspeed (IAS)
  • Page 61 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES CRUISE Airspeed (KIAS) KIAS Manoeuvring Speed Maximum Turbulent Air Operating Speed Maximum Flap Extended Speed Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.18 A.12 (17/09/2008) 29/11/2010 4 - 4...
  • Page 62 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES RESERVED [Intentionally left blank] Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.18 A.12 (17/09/2008) 29/11/2010 4 - 5...
  • Page 63 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION 4.4.1 Daily Pre-flight Check CABIN Papers CHECK on board Ignition Key REMOVED BAT Switch Warning Lights (Alternator, ILLUMINATE Fuel pressure) Engine Instruments CHECK Fuel Quantity CHECK External Lights...
  • Page 64 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES EXTERIOR CHECK, Visual Inspection CAUTION Visual Inspection herein means the following: Inspection for mechanical damages, dirt, cracks, delamination, excessive play, looseness, leakages, incorrect attachment, foreign objects and general condition. Control surfaces: additional functional check for free movement.
  • Page 65 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES c) Tire Pressure CHECK d) Tire Slip Marking CHECK e) Tire, Wheel, Brake Visual Inspection f) Brake Chocks REMOVE Tail Boom a) Tail Boom Shell Visual Inspection b) Skid Plate...
  • Page 66 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES Nose Section, Cowling WARNING Before cranking the propeller: Switch OFF the battery and Ignition Circuits, activate Parking brake. WARNING Risk of burning and scaldings Carry out pre-flight checks on the cold engine only !
  • Page 67 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES c) Air Intakes (4 NACA Intakes) CHECK if clear d) Radiator / Oil Cooler Intake CHECK if free from obstructions e) Cowling Visual Inspection CHECK Camloc fasteners f) Propeller Visual Inspection...
  • Page 68 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.4.2 Check Before Every Flight NOTE The fuel level dipstick for checking the fuel tank level is stored on the inner side of the baggage compartment door. Daily Pre-flight Inspection completed? Tow Bar CHECK if removed.
  • Page 69 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES The volume difference between the min. and max. markings is 0.45 litre. NOTE The oil specification in paragraph 1.9.1 has to be observed ! 5. Check Coolant Level Verify coolant level in the overflow bottle, replenish as required.
  • Page 70 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS FOR NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.1 Before Engine Start-up Daily Pre-flight Check COMPLETED Passenger Briefing COMPLETED Seats ADJUSTED as required Seat Belts and Harnesses FASTENED and TIGHTENED Canopy CLOSED and LATCHED CHECK if canopy locking can release due to vibrations.
  • Page 71 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES NOTE The oil pressure may rise into the YELLOW ARC RANGE, as long as the oil temperature is below the normal operating temperature. NOTE If engine does not start within 10 seconds, disengage the starter and try again after a cooling down phase of at least 2 minutes.
  • Page 72 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES CAUTION Do not operate the engine at high RPM when taxiing over ground to prevent stone chipping or other damages by foreign objects or splashed water. 4.5.5 Before Take-off (at the Taxi Holding Position)
  • Page 73 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.6 Take-off Throttle FULL OPEN Tachometer CHECK if within 2200-2260 RPM Elevator Control NEUTRAL at initial ground roll Rudder Pedals HOLD Direction Lift Nose Wheel 50 KIAS Climb Speed 65 KIAS...
  • Page 74 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.8 Cruise Throttle AS REQUIRED (Ref. to Section 5) Propeller Control Lever SET between 1650 - 2260 RPM NOTE For favourable manifold pressure/propeller speed combinations: Refer to Section 5. Flaps...
  • Page 75 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES Flaps TAKE-OFF or LANDING Position Trim AS REQUIRED Flaps LANDING Position Approach Speed 60 KIAS Propeller Control Lever HIGH-RPM Position Landing Light ON (as required) CAUTION The approach speed has to be adapted to the actual environmental conditions.

  • Page 76: Fm-At01-1010-100E A

    Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.14 Flight in Heavy Rain and/or with Strongly Soiled Wings CAUTION Wet as well as strongly dirtied wings and control surfaces may impair the flight performance. This applies in particular to the take-off distance, climb performance and the maximum cruising speed.
  • Page 77 Section 4 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 NORMAL PROCEDURES [Intentionally left blank] Dokument No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.18 A.12 (17/09/2008) 29/11/2010 4 - 20...
  • Page 78 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE Page INTRODUCTION PERFORMANCE CHARTS 5.2.1 Airspeed Calibration 5.2.2 Stalling Speeds 5.2.3 Wind Components / Crosswind Components 5.2.4 Flight Planning 5.2.5 Take-off Distance 5.2.6 Climb Performance / Cruise Altitude 5.2.7...
  • Page 79 INTRODUCTION The performance data in the following charts give an overview on the performance and capabilities of the AQUILA AT01. The information given herein provides a basis for the flight planning prior to every flight. All data in the charts has been acquired during flight testing conducted with an aircraft and engine in a good operating condition and then corrected to ISA conditions (15°...
  • Page 80 The airspeed calibration accounts for the position error of the pitot-static pressure system but not for the instrument error. Assumption: Zero Instrument Error Example: 120 KIAS (Indicated Airspeed) corresponds to 118 KCAS (Calibrated Airspeed) AQUILA AT01 Airspeed Calibration Flaps: Cruise (0° ) Flaps: Landing (35° ) KIAS Fig.: 5.2.1 Airspeed Calibration...
  • Page 81 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.2 Stalling Speeds Airplane flight configuration in which the stalling speeds were determined: Centre of Gravity (CG) Position: 31% MAC Take-off Mass: 750 kg Power Flap Setting Position Position [KCAS] [KIAS]...
  • Page 82 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.3 Wind Components / Crosswind Components Maximum demonstrated crosswind component: 27 km/h, 15 Knots Example: Reported Wind: 250° /20 kts RWY Direction: 270° (RWY 27) differential angle RWY-Wind = 20° →...
  • Page 83 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.4 Flight Planning The performance tables and diagrams on the following pages contain all information necessary for the flight planning starting with the take-off planning at the departure airfield up to the point of determination of the estimated landing distance at the destination airfield.
  • Page 84 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation PERFORMANCE AQUILA AT01 5.2.5 Take-off Distance 1000 1000 NOTES: Take-off Mass [kg] KIAS KIAS Lift-off at 50 ft - For operation on dry grass runway increase the required take-off distances by 25%, on soft grass runway by up to 40%.
  • Page 85 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.6 Climb Performance / Cruise Altitude Take-off Mass [kg] Best Rate-of-Climb Speed [KIAS] 6 000 ft 12 000 ft 1500 13 000 ft 16 000 ft 1400 Conditions: 1300 Throttle: Full Open...
  • Page 86 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.7 Climb: Fuel Consumption, Time and Distance Conditions: 2260 1/min, Full Power, Vy= 65 KIAS until 5 000 ft For each 8° C above ISA-Conditions: Flaps: Cruise (0° ) Vy= 63 KIAS until 10 000 ft...
  • Page 87 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.8 Cruise Power Settings Cruise Power - % of the Maximum Continuous Power MCP Press. Temp. (ISA) [ft] [° C] [1/min] [in Hg] [l/h] [1/min] [in Hg] [l/h] [1/min] [in Hg] [l/h] [1/min] [in Hg] [l/h] [1/min] [in Hg] [l/h] 1900 24.6...
  • Page 88 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE [Intentionally left blank] Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.12 A.03 (15/04/2003) 17/09/2008 5 - 11...
  • Page 89 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.9 Cruise Performance (TAS − − − − True Airspeed) Conditions: NOTE: Without wheel fairings, reduce the determined speeds by approximately 5 %. Power Setting: Refer to table 5.2.8 on page 5-10.
  • Page 90 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.10 Maximum Endurance NOTE: Fuel Quantities: usable Fuel 109.6 Litres Condition: Power Setting: according table 5.2.8 on page 5-10 A not properly maintained engine The calculation of the endurance includes: Airplane Mass: 750 kg and aircraft may considerably 1.
  • Page 91 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.11 Maximum Range Conditions: NOTE: Fuel Quantities: usable Fuel: 109.6 Litres. Power Setting: according table 5.2.8 on page 5-10 A not properly maintained engine The calculation of the range includes: Airplane Mass: 750 kg and aircraft may considerably 1.
  • Page 92 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.12 Climb Performance after Balked Landing Conditions: 1000 Power Setting: Full Power RPM: 2260 1/min Flaps: Landing Position (35° ) Climb Speed: 55 KIAS Pressure Altitude Airplane Mass [kg] Outside Air Temperature (OAT) [° C]...

  • Page 93: Landing Distance

    AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.13 Landing Distance NOTES: Landing Mass [kg] KIAS KIAS - For landing on dry grass runway increase the required landing distances by 15%. at 50 ft Touchdown - Add appropriate values for wet grass/ground, ice, snow and slush.
  • Page 94 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 5 Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.14 Descent: Fuel Consumption, Time and Distance Procedure: Conditions: During descent maintain Indicated Airspeed of 120 KIAS. Manifold Pressure: as necessary. Approximately 15 in Hg Set engine power for a sink rate of 750 ft/min.
  • Page 95 PERFORMANCE 5.2.15 Flight Planning Example The following contains a flight planning example with the AQUILA AT01 to demonstrate the application and handling of the tables, charts and data presented in this section of the Flight Manual. The planning of the flight has been based upon the following...
  • Page 96 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE CLIMB The climb performance, i.e. the achievable climb rate and the best rate-of-climb speed can be obtained from chart 5.2.6 on page 5-8. Entry parameters are the Take-off Mass, Pressure Altitude and Outside Air Temperature.
  • Page 97 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE A correction for the tailwind influence and the temperature difference to ISA-conditions has not been included in our planning example. The influence is negligible in our case. CRUISE The choice of the cruise altitude is usually a compromise considering the flight distance, aircraft performance, topography, airspace structure, en-route weather conditions and other influencing factors.
  • Page 98 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE CALCULATION OF THE FUEL AMOUNT REQUIRED Required fuel for engine start-up and taxiing 2.0 Litres (see remark “Fuel Quantity” on chart 5.2.10 and 5.2.11) Required fuel for climb (page 5-9) + 2.7 Litres 4.7 Litres...
  • Page 99 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE If we assume to take-off with the maximum fuel capacity on board then the following reserve remains: Usable Fuel amount 109.6 Litres Total Fuel amount required - 83.1 Litres Fuel Reserve: 26.5 Litres...
  • Page 100 Section 5 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 PERFORMANCE 5.2.16 Noise Characteristics Noise Level Limit in dB(A) according to LSL, chapter X.: 72.3 dB(A) Certificated Noise Level 64.6 dB(A) Difference to the Noise Level Limit: dB(A) Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue:...
  • Page 101 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST Page INTRODUCTION AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE 6.2.1 Aircraft Weighing Report WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA AND RECORD 6.3.1 Weight and Balance Record WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION FOR FLIGHT 6.4.1...
  • Page 102 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST INTRODUCTION The aircraft must be flown with a weight and centre of gravity position (C.G.) that is within the approved operating range defined in this section to guarantee safe operation, the specified flight performances and the proven flight characteristics.
  • Page 103 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE Before conducting the weighing, the aircraft and its equipment must explicitly meet the weighing configuration specified below. In principal, the aircraft has to be weighed in an airworthy condition.
  • Page 104 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST NOTE Used Sign Convention: The lever arms of the main landing gear wheels D and D have a positive (+) sign and that of the nose gear wheel D a negative (-) sign.
  • Page 105 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST 6.2.1 Aircraft Weighing Report Model: AT01 Serial No: ___________ Registration No: Data in accordance with AFM Occasion for Weighing: __________________ Reference Datum: Leading edge of wing root rib.
  • Page 106 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA AND RECORD The current status of the aircraft basic empty mass and a complete history of previous modifications are provided in the Weight and Balance Record.
  • Page 107 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION FOR FLIGHT In order to operate the aircraft within the approved mass and C.G. limits, the take-off mass and the associated C.G. position must be determined dependent on the loading for the planned flight.
  • Page 108 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST 6.4.1 Moment Determination Loading Graph Seat in Most Forward Position Seat in Most Rearward Position Fuel Baggage Moment [kg m] Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.12...
  • Page 109 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST 6.4.2 Weight and Moment Determination AQUILA AT01 - Registration No. Weight and Moment Example ___________ Determination Mass Moment Mass Moment [kg] [kgm] [kg] [kg m] 1.) EMPTY MASS and MOMENT...
  • Page 110 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST 6.4.3 Approved Centre of Gravity Range and Mass Moment Limits xS = 427mm xS = 523 mm Example 230 240 250 260 270 280 290 300 310 320 330 340 350 360 370 380 390 400 410 420 Mass Moment [kg m] Document No.:...
  • Page 111 Maintenance Manual, document MM-AT01-1020-100. The retrofitting of equipment has to be conducted in accordance with the applicable Service Bulletin (document code SB-AT01-…). In case of doubt, the type certificate holder or the production/maintenance organisation of AQUILA Aviation has to be contacted.
  • Page 112 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST 6.5.1 Effective Equipment List of the Aircraft Type: AQUILA AT01 Registration: Serial Number: AT01- Installation Designation / Description Manufacturer Model / P/N Location **) Battery Ignition Switch...
  • Page 113 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST Type: AQUILA AT01 Registration: Serial Number: AT01- Installation Designation / Description Manufacturer Model / P/N Location **) Checkmark if applicable describe installation location or enter Lever Arm from reference datum in [mm] (keep algebraic sign of Lever Arm in mind) Document No.:...
  • Page 114 Section 6 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation WEIGHT AND BALANCE/ AQUILA AT01 EQUIPMENT LIST Type: AQUILA AT01 Registration: Serial Number: AT01- Installation Designation / Description Manufacturer Model / P/N Location **) Checkmark if applicable describe installation location or enter Lever Arm from reference datum in [mm] (keep algebraic sign of Lever Arm in mind) Document No.:...
  • Page 115 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ITS SYSTEMS Page INTRODUCTION AIRFRAME 7.2.1 Fuselage 7.2.2 Wing 7.2.3 Empennage FLIGHT CONTROLS 7.3.1 Aileron Control 7.3.2 Elevator Control and Trim System 7.3.3 Rudder Control 7.3.4...
  • Page 116 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION SEATS, SEATBELTS AND HARNESSES 7-12 7.6.1 Seat Adjustment 7-13 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT 7-13 CANOPY 7-14 POWER PLANT 7-15 7.9.1 Engine 7-16 7.9.2 Throttle and Choke 7-17 7.9.3 Propeller and Propeller Control 7-18 7.9.4...
  • Page 117 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.12 PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM 7-29 7.13 STALL WARNING SYSTEM 7-30 7.14 AVIONICS 7-31 7.15 RESERVED (Intentionally left blank) 7-32 Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.14 A.12 (17/09/2008) 03/09/2009...
  • Page 118 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION Section 7 of the Airplane Flight Manual contains a general description of and operating instructions for the aircraft and its systems. Refer to Section 9 for the description of and operating instructions for the optional equipment and systems.
  • Page 119 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AIRFRAME The majority of the aircraft structure is constructed in composite design. Glass fibre (GFRP) as well as carbon fibre materials (CFRP) are used that are bedded into an epoxy resin matrix. The aircraft structure consists of both, monolithic GFRP or CFRP shells / structural components and sandwich shells with a structural foam core based on PVC.

  • Page 120: Flight Controls

    Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The outboard end of each wing half is shaped into a winglet, which contains the NAV- Lights, Anti-Collision Lights as well as the outlets of the fuel tank vents, to reduce the induced drag of the airplane.
  • Page 121 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.3.2 Elevator Control and Trim System The elevator is operated by forward and rearward deflections of either control stick of the dual flight control system. The control input is transferred to the control surfaces solely by push rods. The deflections of the elevator control surfaces are effectively limited by adjustable stops that confine the travel of the control stick.
  • Page 122 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CAUTION Check the proper seat position before every engine start-up to ensure the availability ot the full operating range of the nose wheel steering and the toe brakes. 7.3.4 Flap Control and Flap Position Indication The flaps are operated and fixed in the selected position by an electrical flap actuator.
  • Page 123 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Section 7 Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUMENT PANEL (Standard Equipment) NOTE: Note: Items 13, 14 and 15 may be arranged The Engine Hour Meter is either installed interchanged among each other with on position 23 as a circular instrument or regard to their installation position.
  • Page 124 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.4.1 Flight Instruments The flight instruments are located in the instrument panel in front of the pilot’s seat. 7.4.2 Switches and Other Controls The switches for all electrical systems are arranged in a row below the flight instruments on the right side adjacent to the ignition switch.
  • Page 125 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.4.3 Cabin Heat For the cabin heating, ram air is heated in a shrouded chamber at the exhaust muffler and flows through a duct into the cabin if the heat control valve is opened. Behind the firewall, the heated air is subdivided for windshield defrosting and cabin heating.
  • Page 126 To release the parking brake, push down the control knob up to its end stop. SEATS, SEATBELTS AND HARNESSES The seats of the AQUILA AT01 are fabricated from composite materials and are equipped with integrated safety head rests and removable hard-wearing seat cushions.

  • Page 127: Baggage Compartment

    The seats are locked in place by releasing the push knob. BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT The AQUILA AT01 incorporates a large baggage compartment behind the seats which can be loaded through a lockable baggage door. The baggage compartment is also accessible through the cabin.
  • Page 128 CANOPY The big canopy of the AQUILA AT01 offers an excellent all around view. It consists of a rear portion with a window which is bonded into the fuselage structure and a large one- piece acrylic glass dome bonded into a composite frame that can be swivelled forward to open for a comfortable cabin entry.
  • Page 129 Propeller in wood-composite-hybrid design and an especially designed exhaust system, the AQUILA AT01 exhibits an extremely low noise and vibration level. The aircraft has demonstrated a noise level of 64.6 dB(A) which is 7.7 dB(A) below the noise level limit in accordance with the “Noise Requirements for Aircraft”...
  • Page 130 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.9.1 Engine The ROTAX 912S engine is equipped with liquid cooled cylinder heads, ram-air cooled ® cylinders and a dry sump forced lubrication system. The engine has two carburettors, one for the right cylinders and one for the left cylinders of the engine. For oil and engine coolant cooling, a combined oil cooler/radiator is installed in the front part of the lower engine cowling behind the main cooling air intake.
  • Page 131 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CAUTION The specifications for operating fluids issued by ROTAX® Aircraft Engines Inc. for the 912S engine must be adhered to. CAUTION Before every takeoff, a functional check of both ignition circuits must be performed.
  • Page 132 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.9.3 Propeller and Propeller Control The AQUILA AT01 is equipped with a two-blade hydraulically controlled variable pitch propeller (constant speed propeller) in wood-composite-hybrid design for thrust generation. The propeller blades are constructed with a wooden core covered by glass...

  • Page 133: Fuel System

    The activated Carburettor Heat reduces the engine power. 7.10 FUEL SYSTEM The AQUILA AT01 is equipped with a drainable integral fuel tank in each wing. The fuel capacity of each tank is approximately 60 Litres, the unusable fuel portion is 5.2 Litres per tank.
  • Page 134 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CAUTION The electrical fuel pump must be switch on during all take-offs and landings as well as in those cases where too low fuel pressure is indicated by the fuel pressure warning light.
  • Page 135 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.10.1 Fuel Storage and Ventilation The inner surfaces of the composite integral tanks are coated with a special fuel tank sealant to protect the fibre composite structure against decomposition. To dampen,...
  • Page 136 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION In both normal operating positions (LEFT/RIGHT), the fuel supply and corresponding return line of the selected fuel tank are opened, whereas the fuel supply and return line of the other fuel tank are closed. The valve-handle points towards the direction of the fuel tank being selected.
  • Page 137 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION dipstick for verifying the fuel level manually is delivered with the aircraft. With the aircraft in a horizontally and laterally level position, the dip-stick should be perpendicularly inserted into the fuel tank in such a way that the handle of the dipstick is completely seated on the upper surface of the wing.

  • Page 138: Electrical System

    7.11 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The AT01 is equipped with a 12 V direct current (DC) electrical system that is powered by an engine driven alternator and a battery. The electrical equipment is operated and controlled by rocker switches which are located on the lower left section of the instrument panel provided that the red “ALT/BAT”-Master Switch is engaged.
  • Page 139 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.11.2 Ignition System and Starter The engine is equipped with an electronically controlled ignition system of a breakerless capacitor discharge design that has two separate ignition circuits which are independent of each other.
  • Page 140 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Fig.: Electrical System Schematic Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.14 A.12 (17/09/2008) 03/09/2009 7 - 26...
  • Page 141 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.11.3 Electrical Equipment and Circuit Breakers All electrical equipment may be separately turned on or off by circuit breakers of push- pull type or by rocker switches with built-in circuit breaker function.
  • Page 142 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.11.6 Fuel Pressure Warning Light If the fuel pressure at the fuel distributor in the fuel supply line to the carburettors drops below 0.15 bar, a pressure-controlled switch activates the red fuel pressure warning light located in the upper mid-section of the instrument panel.
  • Page 143 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.12 PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM Total and Static Pressure are taken from a pitot-static tube installed on the lower surface of the left wing and are transferred through the interior of the wing to the wing- body intersection by total and static pressure lines.

  • Page 144: Stall Warning System

    Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The pitot-static system error may be ignored for the altitude measurement. An airspeed calibration chart is provided in Section 5 of this manual. While the aircraft is parked on the ground, the pitot-static tube cover delivered with the aircraft and labelled with the tag “Remove Before Flight”...
  • Page 145 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.14 AVIONICS Depending on the installed optional avionic equipment, a NAV/COM Transceiver, a Transponder or a Multi-functional Display might be located in the centre section of the instrument panel. Detailed information on the operation of this equipment and descriptions of its systems are provided in the associated Airplane Flight Manual Supplements in Section 9.
  • Page 146 Section 7 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 7.15 RESERVED [Intentionally left blank] Document No.: Issue: Supersedes Issue: Date: Page: FM-AT01-1010-100E A.14 A.12 (17/09/2008) 03/09/2009 7 - 32...
  • Page 147 Section 8 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 HANDLING SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Page INTRODUCTION AIRCRAFT INSPECTION PERIODS MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS GROUND HANDLING AND ROAD TRANSPORTATION OF THE AIRCRAFT 8.4.1 Towing 8.4.2 Parking 8.4.3 Tie-Down 8.4.4 Jacking 8.4.5...
  • Page 148 EASA or national aviation regulations, respectively, have to be observed in this regard. Any maintenance and repair should be accomplished in accordance with the instructions contained in the effective AQUILA AT01 Maintenance Manual as well as in Service Bulletins and Service Information, where applicable.
  • Page 149 Section 8 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 HANDLING GROUND HANDLING AND ROAD TRANSPORTATION OF THE AIRCRAFT 8.4.1 Towing 8.4.1.1 Forward Movement The aircraft can be safely moved and controlled by one person on a smooth and level surface using the tow bar delivered together with the aircraft. Before attaching the tow bar to the nose wheel of the aircraft, make sure that the propeller blades are oriented near their horizontal position.
  • Page 150 8.4.4 Jacking The AQUILA AT01 is provided with 3 jack-up points. Two conical jacking points are located on the lower skin surface underneath the root ribs of the wing-body joint (see also page 2-17).
  • Page 151 Section 8 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 HANDLING For a safe road transportation of the aircraft without any damages, special transportation jigs are required to stow the aircraft in the transportation unit. Furthermore, additional strapping and stowing means are necessary to fixate and secure the fuselage and wings during transportation such as ratchet and suitable tie- down lashing straps, fastening utilities as well as padding material.

  • Page 152: Cleaning And Care

    8.5.1 Painted Surfaces To maintain the flying characteristics and performances of the AQUILA AT01, the external surfaces of the aircraft must be kept clean and free of damages, especially in the leading edge areas of the wings and stabilizers.
  • Page 153 Only silicone-free cleaning and polishing agents may be used. 8.5.2 Canopy The AQUILA AT01 canopy offers an excellent all around view due to its generous glazing made from special acrylic material. Since acrylic glass can be easily scratched, the same basic principles apply as for the cleaning of painted surfaces.
  • Page 154 Section 8 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 HANDLING 8.5.4 Engine Refer to latest issue of the Operator’s Manual for all versions of ROTAX 912s engines. ® 8.5.5 Interior Cleaning Dust and loose dirt in the interior of the aircraft should be cleaned with an efficient vacuum cleaner.
  • Page 155 9.2. Paragraph 9.2 “Index of Supplements” lists all existing approved AFM-Supplements established for the AQUILA AT01. This table may be also used as a directory for this section adapted to your aircraft.
  • Page 156 Section 9 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SUPPLEMENTS INDEX OF SUPPLEMENTS Registration: S/N: AT01- Supplement Title Pages Issue Installed AVE1 Bendix King NAV/COM KX 125 AVE1-1 to 8 A.01 AVE2 Bendix King Transponder KT 76A AVE2-1 to 6 A.01...
  • Page 157 Section 9 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL Aviation AQUILA AT01 SUPPLEMENTS Supplement Title Pages Issue Installed GPS and Multifunctional Display AVE17 AVE17-1 to 12 A.11 FLYMAP L AVE18 FLARM Collision Warning System AVE18-1 to 10 A.11 Flight Data Logger KAPI Air Control...