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I N F O R M A T I O N M A N U A L
E X T R A 3 0 0 / S C
MANUFACTURER
EXTRA Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH
Flugplatz Dinslaken
46569 Hünxe, Federal Republic of Germany
W A R N I N G
This is an Information Manual and may be used for general purposes only.
This Information Manual is not kept current.
It must not be used as a substitute for the official EASA Approved Pilot's Operating
Handbook required for operation of the airplane.

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  • Page 1 I N F O R M A T I O N M A N U A L E X T R A 3 0 0 / S C MANUFACTURER EXTRA Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH Flugplatz Dinslaken 46569 Hünxe, Federal Republic of Germany W A R N I N G This is an Information Manual and may be used for general purposes only.
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  • Page 3 Pilot´s Operating Handbook EXTRA 300/SC LOG OF REVISIONS EASA Approval No. and Date of approval: Dates of issue for original and revised pages: Original ......29. February 2008 EASA.A.C.08679 ....17. July 2008 Approved under the authority of DOA Revision No. 1 ....12. February 2010 N°...
  • Page 4 SECTION 0 Pilot´s Operating Handbook EXTRA 300/SC LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Page Date Page Date Title ........ 12. February 2010 i thru ii ......10. January 2011 iii ........29. February 2008 i v ........12. February 2010 v........29. February 2008 vi ........
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  • Page 6 Pages of this Airplane Flight Manual must not be exchanged and no alterations of or additions to the approved contents may be made without the EXTRA Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH/EASA approval. The editor has the copyright of this Flight Manual and is responsible for edition of revisions/ amendments and supplements.
  • Page 7 Pilot´s Operating Handbook EXTRA 300/SC WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES The following definitions apply to Warnings, Cautions, and Notes: WARNING => Operating procedures, techniques, etc., which could result in personal injury or loss of life if not carefully followed. CAUTION => Operating procedures, techniques, etc., which could result in damage to equipment if not carefully followed.
  • Page 8 Pilot´s Operating Handbook EXTRA 300/SC MAIN TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page GENERAL LIMITATIONS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES PERFORMANCE WEIGHT & BALANCE/EQUIPMENT LIST AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE SUPPLEMENTS Page Date: 29. February 2008 Page Date: 12. February 2010...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 1 EXTRA 300/SC General SECTION 1 GENERAL Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................1-3 SPECIFICATION OF CLASS ....................1-3 MANUFACTURER ......................1-3 TECHNICAL DATA ......................1-3 1.3.1 3-View Drawing ........................1-3 1.3.2 Main Data ..........................
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  • Page 11: Description

    Section 1 EXTRA 300/SC General DESCRIPTION The airframe of the EXTRA 300/SC is built of a tig-welded steel-tube construction. Wing, empennage and landing gear are manufactured of composite material. The aircraft is a single seater. SPECIFICATION OF CLASS The aircraft is certified in normal and acrobatic category.

  • Page 12: Main Data

    Section 1 Pilot´s Operating Handbook General EXTRA 300/SC 1.3.2 Main Data - Length 6.88 m (22.57 ft) - Height 2.55 m (8.36 ft) - Span 7.50 m (24.61 ft) - Wheel-base 1.80 m (5.91 ft) - Wheel-track 4.87 m (15.98 ft) 1.3.3 Wing...

  • Page 13: Propeller

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 1 EXTRA 300/SC General PROPELLER Manufacturer MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH, Federal Republic of Germany. Type: MTV-9-B-C/C198-25 3-blade constant speed 1.5.1 Exhaust System Standard: Complete 6 in 1 system with integrated silencer. Manufacturer: Gomolzig Flugzeug- und Maschinenbau, West Germany...

  • Page 14: Loading

    Section 1 Pilot´s Operating Handbook General EXTRA 300/SC LOADING Wing loading (Acrobatic Cat.) 79.50 kg/m² (16.29 lbs./sqf) (Normal Cat.) 88.68 kg/m² (18.17 lbs./sqf) Power loading (Acrobatic Cat.) 3.32 kg/kW (5.46 lbs./HP) (Normal Cat.) 3.70 kg/kW (6.09 lbs./HP) TERMINOLOGY Air Speeds Calibrated air speed.

  • Page 15: Secondary Terminology

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 1 EXTRA 300/SC General 1.10 SECONDARY TERMINOLOGY Feet/minute Feet = 0.3048 m inch = 2,54 cm Meter Litres US gallon = 3.79 litres US quart = 0.946 litres Horse power (english) Hour Knots (NM/h) = 1.852 kilometer per hour...

  • Page 16: Conversion Table

    Section 1 Pilot´s Operating Handbook General EXTRA 300/SC 1.11 CONVERSION TABLE 1 - 8 Page Date: 29. February 2008...
  • Page 17 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS GENERAL ........................... 2-3 AIR SPEED (IAS) ........................ 2-3 CROSS-WIND COMPONENT ..................... 2-3 ENGINE ..........................2-3 2.4.1 Fuel ............................. 2-4 2.4.2 Engine Limitations ....................... 2-4 PROPELLER ........................
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  • Page 19: General

    Observance of these operating limitations is required by national aviation regulations. NOTE In case of the EXTRA 300/SC is equipped with specific options additional information required for safe operation will be contained in Section 9 "Supplements". EASA Approcal No.: EASA.A.C.08679...

  • Page 20: Fuel

    Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC 2.4.1 FUEL Minimum grade aviation gasoline: 100/100LL for alternate fuelgrades see latest revision of Lyc. S.I. No. 1070. Total fuel capacity 224 L (59.2 US Gallon). Usable fuel capacity 221 L (58.4 US Gallon).

  • Page 21: Propeller

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations PROPELLER MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH, Federal Republic of Germany Type: MTV-9-B-C/C198-25 3-blade constant speed Max. allowed rotational speed (Take-Off and Continuous): - Acrobatic category 2700 RPM - Normal category 2600 RPM WEIGHT LIMITS Max.
  • Page 22 Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC 2.8.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT The plane is designed for acrobatics. Inverted flight maneuvers are limited to max 4 min. Recommended basic maneuver entry speeds are listed in the following list: Recommended entry Maneuvers...

  • Page 23: Load Factor

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations LOAD FACTOR 2.9.1 NORMAL FLIGHT Normal Cat.: + 6 g / - 3 g for MTOW 870 kg (1918 lbs) 2.9.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT Acro Cat.: + 10 g / - 10 g for MTOW 780 kg (1720 lbs) 2.10...

  • Page 24: Operating Placards

    Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC 2.14.2 OPERATING PLACARDS V = 154 KTS (ACRO) V = 285 km/h (ACRO) V = 138 KTS (NORMAL) V = 256 km/h (NORMAL) (near the airspeed indicator) The markings and placards installed in this airplane contain operating limitations which must be complied with when operating this airplane in the acrobatic category.
  • Page 25 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations FUEL SELECTOR VALVE WING TANK 120 L usable (31.7 US GAL) ACRO & CENTER TANKS 101 L usable (26.7 US GAL) (in cockpit next to fuel selector) WING TANK MUST BE EMPTY FOR ACROBATICS.
  • Page 26 Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC PROP HIGH RPM LOW RPM (On RPM control in the cockpit) MIXTURE LEAN RICH (On mixture control in the cockpit) THROTTLE OPEN CLOSE (Near throttle control in the cockpit) VENT OPEN (Near the eyeball-type adjustable vents)
  • Page 27 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations WING TANK DRAIN (Near the LH drain valve in the bottom fuselage cover) CENTER TANK DRAIN (Near the RH drain valve in the bottom fuselage cover) GASCOLATOR DRAIN (Near the drain valve on the RH lower side of the firewall)
  • Page 28 Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC Approved acrobatic maneuvers and recommended entry airspeeds Maneuvers Airspeeds Maneuvers Airspeeds min KIAS max KIAS min KIAS max KIAS Segment: Horizontal Line Aileron roll 45°climbing Snap roll 90° up "Tail-slide" 45° diving...

  • Page 29: Instrument Markings

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 2 EXTRA 300/SC Limitations 2.14.3 INSTRUMENT MARKINGS AIRSPEED INDICATOR green arc 64 KIAS (119 km/h) - 154 KIAS (285 km/h) yellow arc 154 KIAS (285 km/h) - 219 KIAS (406 km/h) red line 219 KIAS (406 km/h)

  • Page 30: Kinds Of Operation Equipment List

    Section 2 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Limitations EXTRA 300/SC 2.15 KINDS OF OPERATION EQUIPMENT LIST The aircraft may be operated in day-VFR when the appropriate equipment is installed and operable. Flying under known icing conditions and close to thunderstorms are prohibited.

  • Page 31: Noise Level

    **) According FAR Part 91 „General Operating and Flight Rules" each occupant of an US registered airplane must wear an approved parachute when performing acrobatic maneuvers. Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH considers acrobatics without wearing an approved parachute to be unsafe.
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  • Page 33 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 3 EXTRA 300/SC Emergency Procedures SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION ......................... 3-3 3.0.1 General ..........................3-3 3.0.2 General Behaviour In Emergency Situations ............... 3-3 AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION ..............3-4 OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST .....................
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  • Page 35: Introduction

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 3 EXTRA 300/SC Emergency Procedures SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION 3.0.1 GENERAL This section contains the checklist and procedures coping with emergencies that may occur. This checklist must be followed in various emergencies to ensure maximum safety for the pilot and/or aircraft.

  • Page 36: Airspeeds For Emergency Operation

    Section 3 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Emergency Procedures EXTRA 300/SC AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION Stall speed 64 KIAS (119 km/h) Engine failure after take-off 90 KIAS (167 km/h) Best recommended gliding speed ( glide angle 1 : 6,2 ) -Acrobatic cat. (780 kg (1720 lbs)) 90 KIAS (167 km/h) -Normal cat.

  • Page 37: Oil System Malfunction

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 3 EXTRA 300/SC Emergency Procedures 3.2.4 OIL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION If oil pressure indicates low: Apply positive "g" If oil pressure is not regained than: 1. Airspeed 90 KIAS (167 km/h) 2. Throttle REDUCE TO IDLE 3. Engine oil temperature OBSERVE INDICATION 4.

  • Page 38: Precautionary Landing With Engine Power

    Section 3 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Emergency Procedures EXTRA 300/SC 5. Ignition switch 6. Master switch 7. Touchdown SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW 8. Brakes OPTIMUM BRAKING 3.3.2 PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER 1. Seat belt, shoulder harness SECURE 2. Airspeed 90 KIAS (167 km/h) 3.

  • Page 39: If Engine Fails To Start

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 3 EXTRA 300/SC Emergency Procedures 3.4.2 IF ENGINE FAILS TO START 1. Cranking CONTINUE 2. Throttle FULL OPEN 3. Mixture IDLE CUT OFF 4. Fuel selector valve OFF (Pull & Turn) If fire is extinguished 5. Master switch 6.

  • Page 40: Emergency Exit After Turn Over

    Section 3 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Emergency Procedures EXTRA 300/SC EMERGENCY EXIT AFTER TURN OVER 1. Master switch 2. Fuel selector valve OFF (Pull & Turn) 3. Seat belts OPEN 4. Parachute harnesses OPEN 5. Canopy handle PULL TO OPEN WARNING If canopy fails to open break the canopy.
  • Page 41 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES GENERAL ........................... 4-3 4.0.1 Airspeeds for Operation ...................... 4-3 4.0.2 Checklist and Procedures ....................4-3 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION ....................4-4 4.1.1...
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  • Page 43: General

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURE GENERAL 4.0.1 AIRSPEEDS FOR OPERATION 870 KG 780 KG (1918 LBS) (1727 LBS) KIAS (km/h) KIAS (km/h) Start: Rotating Speed 70 (130) 67 (124) Climb: 91 (169)

  • Page 44: Preflight Inspection

    Section 4 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Normal Procedures EXTRA 300/SC PREFLIGHT INSPECTION 4.1.1 EXTERIOR INSPECTION ILLUSTRATION 4.1.2 GENERAL Visually check airplane for general condition during walk around inspection. Perform exterior check as outlined in the picture above in counterclockwise direction. CHECKLIST PROCEDURES 1) Cockpit 1.
  • Page 45 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures 3) Right wing 1. Aileron, freedom of movement and security CHECK 2. Trailing edge CHECK 3. Fuel tank vent opening (right landing gear) CHECK 4. Fuel quantity CHECK 5. Fuel tank filler cap CHECK 6.

  • Page 46: Starting Procedures

    Section 4 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Normal Procedures EXTRA 300/SC STARTING PROCEDURES 4.3.1 COLD ENGINES The following starting procedures are recommended, however, the starting conditions may necessitate some variation from these procedures. 1. Perform pre-flight inspection. 2. Set propeller governor control in "High RPM" position.

  • Page 47: Take-Off Procedure

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures TAKE-OFF PROCEDURE 4.5.1 BEFORE TAKE-OFF Before you line up at the runway for take-off: - Check oil pressure and oil temperature. - Check the magnetos on 1800 RPM. Allowed drop is 175 RPM (max.

  • Page 48: Landing Procedures

    Section 4 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Normal Procedures EXTRA 300/SC LANDING PROCEDURES 4.8.1 DESCENT 1. Throttle - Reduce 2. Mixture - "FULL RICH" 3. RPM Control - Set to 2400 RPM 4. Trim - Adjust 5. Fuel selector* - "ACRO & CENTER TANKS"...

  • Page 49: Normal Landing

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures 4.8.4 NORMAL LANDING 1. Landing - perform as practicable with respect to surface and weather condition 2. Touchdown - 3 point landing N O T E The rudder is effective down to 30 KIAS (56 kmh) 3.

  • Page 50: Acrobatic Maneuvers

    Section 4 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Normal Procedures EXTRA 300/SC 4.12 ACROBATIC MANEUVERS 4.12.1 GENERAL N O T E Prior to executing these maneuvers tighten harnesses and check all loose items are stowed. Start the maneuvers at safe altitude and max continuous power setting if not otherwise noted.
  • Page 51 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 4 EXTRA 300/SC Normal Procedures N O T E In extremely long lines an RPM decay may occur. This is related to a loss of oil pressure. Positive g´s should be pulled immediately in order to protect the engine. Oil pressure will return immediately.
  • Page 52 Section 4 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Normal Procedures EXTRA 300/SC The plane will immediately enter a stable spin. - Ailerons against spin direction will make the spin flatter. - Ailerons into spin direction will lead to a spiral dive. Above apply for positive and negative spinning.
  • Page 53 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE Table of Contents SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE Paragraph Page GENERAL ........................... 5-3 5.1.1 Performance Charts ......................5-3 5.1.2 Definitions of Terms ......................5-3 5.1.3 Sample Problem ........................5-3 ISA CONVERSION ......................5-5 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION ....................
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  • Page 55: General

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE GENERAL Performance data charts on the following pages are presented to facilitate the planning of flights in detail and with reasonable accuracy under various conditions. It should be noted that the performance information presented in the range and endurance charts allow for 45 minutes reserve fuel at specified conditions.
  • Page 56 Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC TAKE-OFF § 5.5 shows the Take-Off Distance. Example: T/O Weight: 870 kg (1918 lbs) Ground Roll: 138 m (453 ft) (decreased by 8% due to headwind): 127 m (417 ft) Total Distance to clear a 50 ft obstacle:...

  • Page 57: Isa Conversion

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance LANDING § 5.13 shows the Landing Distance. Example: Landing Weight: 750 kg (1653 lbs) Ground Roll: 166 m (545 ft) (decreased by 15% due to headwind): 141 m (463 ft) Total Distance to clear a 50 ft obstacle:...

  • Page 58: Airspeed Calibration

    Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC AIRSPEED CALIBRATION NOTE Indicated airspeed assumes zero instrument error. CAS [km/h] 110 130 150 170 190 210 230 250 270 290 310 330 350 370 390 410 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220...

  • Page 59: Stall Speed

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance STALL SPEED CONDITION: POWER IDLE FORWARD C/G STALL SPEEDS ANGLE OF BANK WEIGHT CATEGORY 0° 30° 45° 60° 1,15 g 1,41 g KIAS (km/h) KIAS (km/h) KIAS (km/h) KIAS (km/h) 870 kg...

  • Page 60: Take-Off Performance

    Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCE Power : T/O Power Runway: Concrete NOTE For every 5 kts (9.3 km/h) headwind, the T/O distance can be decreased by 4%. For every 3 kts (5.6 km/h) Tailwind [up to 10 kts (18.5 km/h)], the T/O distance is increased by 10%.

  • Page 61: Rate Of Climb Performance

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance RATE OF CLIMB PERFORMANCE Page Date: 29. February 2008 5 - 9...

  • Page 62: Cruise Speed

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance CRUISE SPEED Page Date: 29. February 2008 5 - 11...

  • Page 63: Endurance

    Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC ENDURANCE 5 - 12 Page Date: 29. February 2008...

  • Page 64: Range

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance 5.10 RANGE Page Date: 29. February 2008 5 - 13...

  • Page 65: Cruise Performance

    Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC 5.11 CRUISE PERFORMANCE Range and Endurance values for a T/O Weight of 870 kg (1918 lbs).Fuel for warm up and Take-Off from SL, max continuous Power climb (2600 RPM) to cruising altitude, a reserve of 33 liter (8.7 US Gal.) for 45 minutes with 45% Power, and 3 liters (0.8 US Gal.) unusable...

  • Page 66: Time , Fuel & Distance To Descend

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 5 EXTRA 300/SC Performance 5.12 TIME , FUEL & DISTANCE TO DESCEND Page Date: 29. February 2008 5 - 15...

  • Page 67: Landing Performance

    Section 5 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Performance EXTRA 300/SC 5.13 LANDING PERFORMANCE Power : Idle Runway: Concrete Brakes: maximum NOTE For every knot headwind, the landing distance can be decreased by 3%. On a solid, dry and plain Grass Runway, the landing is increased by 15%.
  • Page 68 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE AND EQUIPMENT LIST Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE AND EQUIPMENT LIST GENERAL ..........................6-3 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE ................. 6-3 6.2.1...
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  • Page 70: General

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List GENERAL This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic weight and moment of the aircraft. Sample forms are provided for reference. Procedures for calculating the weight and movement for various operations are also provided.

  • Page 71: Owners Weight And Balance Record

    Section 6 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Weight and Balance and Equipment List EXTRA 300/SC If a new weight is added to the known old weight and C/G position the resulting new weight and C/G can be obtained by a simple calculation.

  • Page 72: Center Of Gravity Calculation (Sample Problem)

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List CENTER OF GRAVITY CALCULATION (SAMPLE PROBLEM) PILOT & FUEL IN FUEL IN FUEL IN OIL IN FUEL IN PARACHUTE ACRO TANK REAR C. TANK FRONT C. TANK SMOKE TANK...
  • Page 73 Section 6 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Weight and Balance and Equipment List EXTRA 300/SC CENTER OF GRAVITY CALCULATION (SAMPLE PROBLEM)(CONT.) 6 - 6 Page Date: 29. February 2008...

  • Page 74: Sample

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List 6.3.1 Sample Refer to Center of Gravity Calculation Figure in § 6.3: Weights Moments Take-off Condition: Aircraft Empty Weight (without any fuel) 590.0 kg (1300.7 lbs) 24190 kg cm (20996 in lbs) (7) Pilot &...

  • Page 75: Loading Weights And Moments

    Section 6 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Weight and Balance and Equipment List EXTRA 300/SC LOADING WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS WEIGHT PILOT PILOT Pilot REAR SEAT POSITION FRONT SEAT POSITION & Parachute ARM = 190 cm (75") ARM = 170 cm (67 ")
  • Page 76 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List FRONT CENTER TANK Arm = 23,7 cm (9,3") LITER KG x CM (US GAL) (LBS) (IN LBS) 15,9 10,8 23,8 14,4 31,8 18,0 39,7 21,6 47,6 25,2...

  • Page 77: Weights And Moment Limits

    Section 6 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Weight and Balance and Equipment List EXTRA 300/SC WEIGHTS AND MOMENT LIMITS EXAMPLE: At 869.9 kg (1917.8 lbs) and 50264 kgcm (43627 in lbs) CG Location is 57.8 cm (22.8 in) aft of Reference Datum.

  • Page 78: Equipment List

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 6 EXTRA 300/SC Weight and Balance and Equipment List EQUIPMENT LIST EXTRA 300/SC S/N: Qty. Item Manufacturer Part Nr. Weight Arm ROA* Inst (kg) Exhaust System 6 in 1 (incl. Silencer) Gomolzig 00293 8.484 -0.390 Exhaust System 6 in 1 (w/o Silencer)
  • Page 79 Section 6 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Weight and Balance and Equipment List EXTRA 300/SC Qty. Item Manufacturer Part Nr. Weight Arm ROA* Inst (kg) Transponder (Mode S) BXP6401-2-(01) Becker 31860 0.780 1.200 OA Slip and Skid ind. (Libelle) Rieker FI0009 0.050 1.310...
  • Page 80 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 7 EXTRA 300/SC Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems SECTION 7 DESCPRIPTION AND OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 7 DESCPRIPTION AND OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS THE AIRCRAFT ........................7-3 FUSELAGE .........................
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  • Page 82: The Aircraft

    Joint Aviation Authorities FAR-23 acrobatic category to fullfill the primary flight training, and acrobatic training up to the unlimited acrobatic level. EXTRA 300/SC is a light weight, robust, single piston-engined, one-seat aircraft with a fuselage structure in tig-welded steel-tube construction.

  • Page 83: Empennage

    The R/H elevator side incorporates a trim tab supported at two piano type hinges. FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM 7.5.1 PRIMARY CONTROL SYSTEM The EXTRA 300/SC is equipped with a conventional control stick and mechanically adjustable rudder pedals. The primary control surfaces are operated through a direct mechanical linkage. 7.5.2...
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  • Page 85: Instrument Panel

    Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems EXTRA 300/SC INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to the following figures and the related lists for the instruments, switches, lamps and circuit breakers installed in the EXTRA 300/SC. Figure 7-1: Instrument panel Figure 7-2: Switches, circuit breakers, light 7 - 6 Page Date: 29.

  • Page 86: Landing Gear

    LANDING GEAR The EXTRA 300/SC is designed as a conventional tail-wheel airplane. The main gear is a composite construction with a multichamber spring made of glass fiber webs and caps. The main wheels have a size of 5.00-5 and they are equipped with hydraulic disc brakes. The tail wheel has a solid rubber tire with full-swivel capability.

  • Page 87: Seats, Seat Belts

    Section 7 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems EXTRA 300/SC SEATS, SEAT BELTS The seat is a shaped carbon composite construction. It´s back rest position and angle is mechanically adjustable on ground by quickpins and bolts. The lower seat surface itself is fixed.

  • Page 88: Oil System

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 7 EXTRA 300/SC Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems The engine is operated with the following manual controls: -Throttle control -RPM control -Fuel mixture control The propeller governor monitors the RPM automatically and prevents overspeeding. In the event that oil pressure is lost the propeller is automatically adjusted to coarse pitch in order to avoid overspeeding.

  • Page 89: Mixture

    The EXTRA 300/SC is equipped with a Gomolzig 6 in 1 exhaust system with integrated silencer. As an option the EXTRA 300/SC can be equipped with a complete 6 in 1 exhaust system manufactured by Sky Dynamics Corporation. The system is made from stainless steel an has no silencer.
  • Page 90 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 7 EXTRA 300/SC Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems Figure 7-3: Fuel system Page Date: 29. February 2008 Page Date: 12. February 2010 7 - 11...
  • Page 91 Section 7 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems EXTRA 300/SC NOTES When ACRO & CENTER TANKS are selected in flight the tank with the higher fuel level will empty slightly faster than the other. When both front and rear center tank indications read "ZERO" the remaining fuel in the acro tank is less than 9 liters (2.37 US Gal.).

  • Page 92: Electrical System

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 7 EXTRA 300/SC Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems 7.12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The electrical power generation system (refer to fig. 7-4) consists of a 12 V alternator with rectifier and transistor voltage regulator. The alternator is mounted on and driven by the engine.
  • Page 93 Section 7 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems EXTRA 300/SC Figure 7-4, Sheet 1: Electrical system, power generation 7 - 14 Page Date: 29. February 2008 Page Date: 10. January 2011...
  • Page 94 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 7 EXTRA 300/SC Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems fuse only used on SN SC003, SC004 and SC005 Figure 7-4, Sheet 2: Electrical system, engine and instruments Page Date: 29. February 2008 7 - 15...
  • Page 95 Section 7 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Description and Operation of Aircraft and Systems EXTRA 300/SC Figure 7-4, Sheet 3: Electrical system, furhter equipment 7 - 16 Page Date: 29. February 2008...
  • Page 96 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 8 EXTRA 300/SC Handling, Servicing and Maintenance SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICING INTRODUCTION ......................... 8-3 AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS ................... 8-3 PILOT CONDUCTED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ............8-3 ALTERATIONS OR REPAIR ....................
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  • Page 98: Introduction

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 8 EXTRA 300/SC Handling, Servicing and Maintenance SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION a) The airplane owner should establish contact with the dealer or certified service station for service and information. b) All correspondence regarding the airplane must include its serial number which is stamped on a plate on the L/H rear part of the fuselage.

  • Page 99: Ground Handling

    Section 8 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Handling, Servicing and Maintenance EXTRA 300/SC GROUND HANDLING a) Due to its low weight and the free swiveling tail wheel two persons can easily move the airplane by hand. b) If the aircraft is parked in the open, it must be protected against the effects of weather, the degree of protection depending on severity of the weather conditions and the expected duration of the parking period.
  • Page 100 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 9 EXTRA 300/SC Supplements SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS Doc-No. EA-0C701.1 Table of Contents Section Pages Supplements ......................4 p. Steerable Tail Wheel ....................4 p. Smoke System ......................8 p. BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder ................8 p.
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  • Page 102 NOTES The described systems and equipment are certified by the EASA for the EXTRA 300/SC. Pages and contents of this section may not be exchanged and alterations of or additions to the approved contents may not be made without the EXTRA Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH/EASA approval.
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  • Page 104 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 901 EXTRA 300/SC Steerable Tail Wheel SECTION 901 STEERABLE TAIL WHEEL Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 901 STEERABLE TAIL WHEEL 901.1 GENERAL ........................901-3 901.2 LIMITATIONS ........................901-3 901.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ..................901-3 901.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................901-3 901.5...
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  • Page 106 901.1 GENERAL To improve taxi and handling quality, the EXTRA 300/SC can be equipped with an optional steerable tailwheel. The deflection angle of this tailwheel is arranged by the rudder control up to plus/minus 30°. When exceeding this deflection, the tailwheel has governed a full- swivel capability using a release mechanism.
  • Page 107 Section 901 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Steerable Tail Wheel EXTRA 300/SC 901.8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE During 50 hour inspection, the bearing steelsleeve has to be lubricated on the point of lubricating. Additionally all parts of the tailwheel have to be inspected visually for deforma- tions, cracks and corrosion.
  • Page 108 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 902 EXTRA 300/SC Smoke System SECTION 902 SMOKE SYSTEM Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 902 SMOKE SYSTEM 902.1 GENERAL ......................... 902-3 902.2 LIMITATIONS ........................902-3 902.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................... 902-4 902.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................902-4 902.5...
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  • Page 110 Smoke System SMOKE SYSTEM 902.1 GENERAL For performing at airshows, the EXTRA 300/SC is equipped with a smoke system. 902.2 LIMITATIONS For safe operation of the smoke system the following limitations have to be considered: 1) Specification of the smoke oil: Straight paraffin oil, viscosity 30-50 cts at 20°C (68°F), initial boiling point >330°C (626°F)
  • Page 111 Section 902 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Smoke System EXTRA 300/SC 902.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FAILURE OF THE SMOKE-SYSTEM 1. "SMOKE SYS" Switch: 2. "SMOKE SYS" Circuit breaker PULL FIRE IN FLIGHT 1. "SMOKE SYS" Switch: If the fire (after the smoke system is shut off) will not extinguish proceed as follows: 2.
  • Page 112 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 902 EXTRA 300/SC Smoke System After automatic refill shut-off : 3. "SMOKE SYS" Switch: 4. Refill hose DISCONNECT CAUTION A shut-off failure of the refill process can be recognized by smoke oil spilling out of the vent line.
  • Page 113 Section 902 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Smoke System EXTRA 300/SC 902.6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Arm of Smoke Tank 66,5 cm (26,2");Specific Weight of the paraffin oil = 0.85 kg/Litre NOTE The smoke system does not feature a capacity dipstick. In the case of unknown filling, the smoke oil tank should be drained and refilled with a known quantity.
  • Page 114 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 902 EXTRA 300/SC Smoke System Figure 902-1, Smoke System Overview Page Date: 29. February 2008 902 - 7...
  • Page 115 Section 902 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Smoke System EXTRA 300/SC 902.8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE At every refilling: - Check automatic shut-off Additionally during the 100h Check - Check the system for leakage (lines, fittings, tank) - Check the smoke oil tank for proper attachment...
  • Page 116 Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC SECTION 903 BECKER ATC 4401 TRANSPONDER Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 903 BECKER ATC 4401 TRANSPONDER 903.1 GENERAL ........................903-3 903.1.1 Controls and indicators ....................903-4 903.1.2 Switching on the unit (pre-flight check) ................903-4 903.1.3...
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  • Page 118: General

    Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 903.1 GENERAL The Becker panel mounted ATC 4401 Transponder is a radio transmitter and receiver that fulfills the role of the airborne beacon equipment according to the requirements of the Air Traffic Radar Beacon System (ATCRBS).

  • Page 119: Controls And Indicators

    Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 903.1.1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS o i t c t i f f o g i l i t h h t i o i t o i t c t i...

  • Page 120: Squawk Selection

    Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 3 After the switch-on test has elapsed and no error-message is written in the display, the transponder switches to the mode set on the mode switch (A). Note The blind encoder is only powered if the transponder is not switched OFF (at least SBY).
  • Page 121 Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC b Press store push-button STO (J), the set code then flashes. c Press the VFR1 push-button (F) or the VFR2 push-button (G) wit-hin 3 seconds to store the code under the corresponding button.

  • Page 122: Flight Operation In Mode A (Transponder Reply Code Only)

    Section 903 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC Note Unintentional transmission of an emergency code is prevented in that the transponder replies are inhibited whilst the code is being set. This applies particularly where the new code is being set in the ON or ALT modes. Also if a special code is called up, no transponder reply takes place during the period in which the previous code can be reactivated (approximately 3 seconds).

  • Page 123: Configuration Mode

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 4401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 3 A further test of the unit is triggered, if the VFR1 button (F) and VFR2 button (G) are pressed simultaneously. At this test all segments must flash into display (E) as long as the buttons are pushed.
  • Page 124 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 904 EXTRA 300/SC BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder SECTION 904 BECKER ATC 6401 TRANSPONDER Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 904 BECKER ATC 6401 TRANSPONDER 904.1 GENERAL ......................... 904-3 904.1.1 Controls and Indicators ..................... 904-4 904.1.2 Switching on the Unit (pre-flight check) ................904-4 904.1.3...
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  • Page 126: General

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 904 EXTRA 300/SC BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder 904.1 GENERAL The Becker panel mounted ATC 6401 Transponder is a radio transmitter and receiver that fulfills the role of the airborne beacon equipment according to the requirements of the Air Traffic Radar Beacon System (ATCRBS).

  • Page 127: Controls And Indicators

    Section 904 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 904.1.1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS h t i o i t c t i o i t o i t c t i o i t c t i t i t l...

  • Page 128: Display

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 904 EXTRA 300/SC BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder Note The blind encoder is only powered if the transponder is not switched OFF (at least SBY). A blind encoder needs a warm-up time (sometimes a several minutes). Therefore although the solid state transponder needs no warm-up time, turn the transponder to SBY immediately after starting the engine.

  • Page 129: Squawk Ident

    Section 904 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 7777 Military interceptor operations (Never squawk this code) 0000 Military use (Not enterable) Avoid selecting code 7500 and all codes in the 7600-7777 range. These trigger special indicators in automated facilities. Only the code 7500 will be decoded as the hijack code. An aircraft’s transponder code (if available) is utilized to enhance the tracking capabilities of the ATC facility, therefore care should be taken when making routine code changes.

  • Page 130: Selection Mode

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 904 EXTRA 300/SC BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder During the PBIT the XPDR is in the SBY mode but this is not indicated on the display. The operating mode indication on the display starts immediately after finalisation of the PBIT.
  • Page 131 Section 904 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC SETTING THE FLIGHT NUMBER: 1 Press SEL button (G) to enter the select mode. 2 Rotate (B) until 'AI' is displayed. 3 Push (C) to switch to 'FN'. The cursor is set on the first character.

  • Page 132: Flight Operation In Mode A/C/S (Reply Code And Altitude Code)

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 904 EXTRA 300/SC BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder VFR CODE PRESETTING Press the SEL button (G) to get into configuration mode (selection is indicated in the left bottom corner of the display under the operating mode indication).

  • Page 133: Vfr Code Activation

    Section 904 Pilot´s Operating Handbook BECKER ATC 6401 Transponder EXTRA 300/SC 904.1.9 VFR CODE ACTIVATION 1 Press the VFR push-button (J). The preselected code is then displayed. After 3 seconds, the displayed code gets active and overwrites the previously-set reply code.
  • Page 134 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 905 EXTRA 300/SC Digital RPM Indicator SECTION 905 DIGITAL RPM INDICATOR Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 905 DIGITAL RPM INDICATOR 905.1 GENERAL ........................905-3 905.2 LIMITATIONS ........................905-3 905.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ..................905-3 905.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................905-3 905.5...
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  • Page 136 Digital RPM Indicator DIGITAL RPM INDICATOR 905.1 GENERAL The EXTRA 300/SC is equipped with the "P-1000" Digital RPM indicator alternativ to the mechanical VDO RPM indicator. 905.2 LIMITATIONS The operation limitations are not affected due to the installation of the "P-1000" Digital RPM indicator.
  • Page 137 Section 905 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Digital RPM Indicator EXTRA 300/SC 905.5 PERFORMANCE Not affected. 905.6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Not affected. 905.7 DESCRIPTION OF THE SYSTEM The operation of the indicator is straight-forward. After power is supplied to the indicator, the engine is started, and the self tests are performed, the default display of the engine RPM appears on the display.
  • Page 138 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 905 EXTRA 300/SC Digital RPM Indicator magneto ignition system. While performing a magneto check during engine run-up, the red alert indicator lights will illuminate, thus identifying the grounding of the respective right or left magneto systems.
  • Page 139 Section 905 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Digital RPM Indicator EXTRA 300/SC Quickly pressing and releasing the left button ( L ), causes the tachometer to mask the left tachometer. Quickly pressing and releasing the right button ( R ), causes the tachometer to mask the right tachometer.
  • Page 140 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 906 EXTRA 300/SC Accelerometer TL-3424_EXT SECTION 906 ACCELEROMETER TL-3424_EXT Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 906 ACCELEROMETER TL-3424_EXT 906.1 GENERAL ......................... 906-3 906.2 LIMITATIONS ........................906-3 906.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................... 906-3 906.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................906-3 906.5...
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  • Page 142 906.1 GENERAL The TL-3424_EXT accelerometer can be installed as an option in the 300/SC. It is used in a special password protected configuration. This configuration helps the pilot to operate the aircraft within limits and allows supervising the operation by the aircraft manufacturer or e.g. an air race jury.
  • Page 143 Section 906 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Accelerometer TL-3424_EXT EXTRA 300/SC 906.6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Refer to the Equipment List in Section 6 of this Handbook. 906.7 DESCRIPTION The complete installation consists of: 1 TL-3424_EXT Accelerometer 2 G/V LIMITS WARNING LIGHT 3 USER BUTTON...
  • Page 144 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 906 EXTRA 300/SC Accelerometer TL-3424_EXT It is possible to download the measured values from the instrument via the serial cable RS-232c into a PC. Pressing the Control and Marker Button enters marks into the memory records and enables the user manual control of the memory recording.
  • Page 145 Section 906 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Accelerometer TL-3424_EXT EXTRA 300/SC SAMPLE RATE USER BUTTON Pressing the button shows the minimum and maximum acceleration on the display or turns out the G & V LIMITS WARNING LIGHT when lit. CONTROL AND Pressing the button enters marks into the memory records MARKER BUTN.
  • Page 146 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 907 EXTRA 300/SC External Power SECTION 907 EXTERNAL POWER Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 907 EXTERNAL POWER 907.1 GENERAL ........................907-3 907.2 LIMITATIONS ........................907-3 907.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ..................907-3 907.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................907-3 907.5...
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  • Page 148: General

    EXTERNAL POWER 907.1 GENERAL The EXTRA 300/SC can be equipped with an external power receptacle system. This system provides the capability to start the engine independent of the board battery and further allows feeding the electrical system for longer periods.

  • Page 149: Performance

    Section 907 Pilot´s Operating Handbook External Power EXTRA 300/SC CAUTION Pay attention to objects and persons in the propeller operating area! Hold the canopy tight! 8. Apply the brakes. 9. Engage starter. 10.When engine fires release the ignition switch back to "BOTH".
  • Page 150 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 908 EXTRA 300/SC ARTEX ME-406 ELT SECTION 908 ARTEX ME-406 ELT Table of Contents Paragraph SECTION 908 ARTEX ME-406 ELT Page 908.1 GENERAL ......................... 908-3 908.2 LIMITATIONS ........................908-3 908.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................... 908-4 908.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................908-4 908.5...
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  • Page 152: General

    ARTEX ME-406 ELT 908.1 GENERAL To improve the passive security, the EXTRA 300/SC can be equipped with an optional Emergency Locator Transmitter ARTEX ME-406. In the event of a crash, the ME-406 activates automatically (automatic fixed „AF“ configuration), and transmits the standard swept tone on 121.5 MHz lasting until battery power is gone. This 121.5 MHz signal is mainly used to pinpoint the beacon during search and rescue operations.

  • Page 153: Emergency Procedures

    Section 908 Pilot´s Operating Handbook ARTEX ME-406 ELT EXTRA 300/SC 908.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES • In case of a forced landing turn the remote switch in the rear panel to the "ON" position prior to touch down. Although the ELT will be activated automatically after an aircraft accident or forced landing with high G-force, •...

  • Page 154: System Description

    Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 908 EXTRA 300/SC ARTEX ME-406 ELT 908.7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The ELT installation consists of the ELT unit and a buzzer, both fastened to the fuselage structure in front of the seat between the pedals, an antenna located on the main fuselage cover behind the cockpit, and a remote switch with LED indication located on the instrument panel.

  • Page 155: Handling, Servicing And Maintenance

    Section 908 Pilot´s Operating Handbook ARTEX ME-406 ELT EXTRA 300/SC 908.8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 908.8.1 TRANSMITTER TEST ARTEX recommends that the ELT be tested every 1-2 months. Follow the steps outlined in the 908.8.2 SELF TEST paragraph. NOTE The self-test time is accumulated in a register on the battery pack. The register records activation time in 30 second increments so all activations will count as at least 30 seconds, even if the actual time is much less.
  • Page 156 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 908 EXTRA 300/SC ARTEX ME-406 ELT • If this error code persists there may be a problem with the antenna installation. This can be checked with a VSWR meter. Check the antenna for opens, shorts, resistive ground plane connection.
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  • Page 158 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Section 909 EXTRA 300/SC Electric Pedal Adjustment SECTION 909 ELECTRIC PEDAL ADJUSTMENT Table of Contents Paragraph Page SECTION 909 ELECTRIC PEDAL ADJUSTMENT 909.1 GENERAL ......................... 909-3 909.2 LIMITATIONS ........................909-3 909.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................... 909-3 909.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................909-3 909.5...
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  • Page 160 909.1 GENERAL To improve seat and control convenience, the EXTRA 300/SC can be equipped with an optional electric pedal adjustment system. The pedal adjustment system provides an in-flight capability to adjust the pedals according the pilots size and operation. For example a more relaxed, stretched seating position for long cross-country flights is possible.
  • Page 161 Section 909 Pilot´s Operating Handbook Electric Pedal Adjustment EXTRA 300/SC 909.7 DESCRIPTION OF THE SYSTEM The optional electrical pedal adjustment system which is guided on slide tubes, replaces the mechanical rudder pedal adjustment. Such a pedal system consists of a foot rest and the rudder pedal itself, including brake pedal and brake cylinder.

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