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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. „ 03-942 WARSAW, POLAND UL. WAŁ MIEDZESZYŃSKI 844 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL for the AT-3R100 VERY LIGHT AEROPLANE Aeroplane registration (Call sign): ........Aeroplane Serial No.: ........Registered under No: ........Approved: CIVIL AVIATION OFFICE President of the CAO ( Originally signed for President of the CAO by Mr.
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. AT-3 R100 GENERAL INFORMATION Editor: “AERO” Sp. z o.o. O3-942 WARSAW, POLAND UL. WAŁ MIEDZESZYŃSKI 844 Approval of translation has been done to the best knowledge and judgment. In any case, the original Polish language version is authoritive.
„AERO” Sp. z o.o. GENERAL INFORMATION AT-3 R100 CONTENTS SECTION GENERAL LIMITATIONS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES PERFORMANCE WEIGHT AND BALANCE DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7 SERVICING SUPPLEMENTS SEPTEMBER, 2004 Page 0-3 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. AT-3 R100 GENERAL INFORMATION RECORDING OF REVISIONS All revisions to this manual, with the exception of actual changes of weighing data must be recorded in the table below. The new or corrected text in the corrected pages, is to be marked at the margin with a vertical line and the number of the revision and the date of the revision is to be printed at the bottom of the page.
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. GENERAL INFORMATION AT-3 R100 List of Effective Pages Section Page Date of issue SEPTEMBER, 2004 SEPTEMBER, 2004 SEPTEMBER, 2004 AUGUST, 2008 JUNE, 2011 MARCH, 2011 JUNE, 2011 JULY, 2010 JUNE, 2011 0-10 JUNE, 2011 SEPTEMBER, 2004...
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. AT-3 R100 GENERAL INFORMATION LOG OF REVISIONS No. of Description Revised Date Revision of Revision Pages Introduction of the Supplement 0-5, 0-7 to 0-9, 30.06.2005 No. 21 6-11, 9-4 Introduction of the Supplements 0-5, 0-7 to 0-9, 15.07.2005...
„AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 GENERAL Section 1 GENERAL Page Introduction.................. 1-2 Basis of certification..............1-3 Warnings, cautions and remarks ..........1-3 Descriptive data................1-4 1.4.1 Airframe..................1-4 1.4.2 Engine ..................1-5 1.4.3 Propeller................... 1-5 View of the aeroplane (three projections) ........1-6 List of definitions and abbreviations..........
Aero Sp. Z o. o. 03-942 Warszawa, Miedzeszyński 844, Poland, email aero@post.pl, tel 0048 22 616 20 87 , fax 00 48 22 617 85 28 and if outside Poland, to the local civil aviation authority. Page 1-2 SEPTEMBER, 2004 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES 1.2 Basis of certification This aircraft type has been approved by European Aviation Safety Agency in accordance with JAR-VLA regulations, amended through to amendment VLA/92/1 and holds a Type Certificate No. A.021.
„AERO” Sp. z o o. GENERAL AT-3 R100 1.4 Descriptive data This AT-3 R100 Very Light Aeroplane is a two-seat, single engine, low wing, all metal aeroplane, with a three-wheel fixed landing gear with a nose wheel. 1.4.1. Airframe: 1. Dimensions: - Span 7.550 m / 24’...
„AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 GENERAL - Ailerons (angles related to the wing chord) 20° ±2° - Up 15° ±2° - Down - Rudder (angles related to the chord of the fin) 25° ±2° - Each side - Wing flaps (angles related to the wing chord) 0°...
„AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 GENERAL 1.6 List of definitions and abbreviations The following words or expressions have been used or may be helpful in particular Sections of this manual. Basic speeds and their denotations: IAS – “INDICATED AIRSPEED” means the speed of an air vessel...
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SECTION 1 „AERO” Sp. z o o. GENERAL AT-3 R100 – Maximum never exceed airspeed. This is a limit speed, which cannot be exceeded in any conditions. – Maximum structural cruising speed. This is a limit speed which cannot be exceeded except in non-turbulent conditions, and then, only with care.
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 GENERAL Meteorological denotations ISA – International Standard Atmosphere. ISA assumptions: - The air is a dry perfect gas - The temperature at sea level is 15 °C / 59° F , - The pressure at sea level is 1013.25 hPa, - The drop in the temperature is 3.25 °C per each 500 m of altitude...
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SECTION 1 „AERO” Sp. z o o. GENERAL AT-3 R100 Terminology used for weights and definition of the centre of gravity of the aeroplane. Maximum takeoff weight – it is the maximum aeroplane weight at the moment of beginning the takeoff Maximum landing weight –...
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„AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 1 AT-3 R100 GENERAL Operational denotations Take-off run – the distance from the location where the aeroplane begins to move, to the location where the aeroplane lifts-off from the takeoff surface. Take-off distance – the distance from the location where the aeroplane begins to move, to the location where the aeroplane reaches the altitude of 15 m / 50 ft.
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS Section 2 LIMITATIONS Page 2.1. Introduction ................2-2 2.2. Airspeeds.................. 2-2 2.3. Marking of the airspeed indicator..........2-3 2.4. Power plant................2-4 2.5. Marking of the engine monitoring instruments ......2-6 2.6.
SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 2.1. Introduction This Section contains the limitations on the operation of this aeroplane, the marking of the instruments and the basic informative placards required for safe operation of the aeroplane, engine, the standard systems and the standard equipment.
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS 2.3. Marking of the airspeed indicator The table below shows the markings of the airspeed indicator and the meaning of the colour coding. White sector Range for safe deployment of wing flaps.
SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 2.4. Power plant ENGINE Manufacturer BOMBARDIER-ROTAX Engine model 912S2 OR 912S4 Maximum takeoff power 73.5 kW / 98.5 HP Maximum continuous power 69 kW / 92.5 HP Engine maximum RPM - take-off (5 MIN.)
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS Fuel: Automotive gasoline, unleaded, minimum RON 95 EN228 Premium, EN228 Premium Plus, AVGAS 100LL. Refer to the Rotax 912S Series Engine Operating Manual for limitations and recommendations relating to fuel grades used Oils: The oils, to be marked “SF”...
SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 2.5. Marking of the engine monitoring instruments Stated below, are the ways in which the engine monitoring instruments are marked, as well as the meanings of the coloured markings. Coloured...
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS 2.6. Weight Maximum take-off weight 582 kg / 1283 lb Maximum landing weight 582 kg / 1283 lb Empty, equipped aeroplane weight 350 kg / 772 lb Maximum load in the luggage compartment:...
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SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 2.7. Limitation of C.G position Distance of the extreme C.G. positions from the leading edge of the Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC). WEIGHT 9 9 9 9 [%] MAC Page 2-8...
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS 2.8. Approved manoeuvres The aeroplane is approved to perform the following manoeuvres: - All normal flight manoeuvres - Stall (except tail slide) - Lazy eight - Chandelle - Steep turn not exceeding 60° of bank...
SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 2.9. Controlled Load Factors The limits of maximum permissible load factors: With wing flaps retracted: -1.5 to +3.8 With wing flaps extended: 0 to +2 2.10. Crew of the aircraft The minimum crew of this aeroplane is 1 pilot 2.11.
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS LIST OF MINIMUM EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS OR DEVICES, VFR DAY* ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM AND DEVICES 1. Battery 2. Alternator 3. Voltammeter 4. Generator warning light FLIGHT AND NAVIGATION INSTRUMENTS 1. Airspeed indicator 2.
The dual control system enables the aeroplane to be controlled from both the port and starboard seats. 2.14. Limitation placards Placards on the instrument panel: AT-3 R100 AIRPLANE, APPROVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH JAR-VLA FOR VFR-DAY OPERATIONS. FLIGHTS IN KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS PROHIBITED. AEROBATIC MANOEUVRES INCLUDING SPINS PROHIBITED.
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 2 AT-3 R100 LIMITATIONS On the instrument panel below of the airspeed indicator MAX MANOEUVRING SPEED = 208 km/h IAS MAX MANOEUVRING SPEED = 112 KTS IAS MAX MANOEUVRING SPEED = 129 MPH IAS...
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SECTION 2 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. LIMITATIONS AT-3 R100 On the fuel tank filler airplane to AT3-054: FUEL 70 LITRES UNLEADED MIN RON 95 EN228 Premium/Premium Plus AVGAS 100LL airplane from AT3-055: FUEL 65 LITRES UNLEADED MIN RON 95...
SECTION 3 „AERO” Sp. z 0.0. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 3.1. Introduction Section 3 contains information concerning controlling and procedures, which are to be utilised in emergency situations, and which may occur during aeroplane operation. To prevent danger in emergency situations, the basic indications contained in this section are to be considered and applied as required.
„AERO” ,Sp. z o.o. SECTION 3 AT-3 R100 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.3. Engine re-starting in flight • Maintain airspeed IAS = 120 km/h / 75 mph / 65 kts • Fuel quantity in the tank To be CHECKED • Fuel valve OPEN •...
SECTION 3 „AERO” Sp. z 0.0. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 3.4. Smoke and fire 3.4.1. Engine fire on ground In case of engine fire on ground take the following steps below: • SHUT Fuel valve • FULL OPEN Throttle •...
„AERO” ,Sp. z o.o. SECTION 3 AT-3 R100 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES In case of fire in the electrical system • Maintain airspeed IAS = 120 km/h / 75 mph / 65 kts • Electrical equipment • Fire extinguisher (if fire is in the cabin) TO BE USED •...
„AERO” ,Sp. z o.o. SECTION 3 AT-3 R100 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.8. Other emergency procedures 3.8.1. Icing • The aeroplane is not equipped with a de-icing system. Therefore the area, where icing conditions exist is to be left as soon as possible.
SECTION 3 „AERO” Sp. z 0.0. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 3.8.4. Failure of the static and pitot pressure systems The failure of the flight and navigation instruments might be caused by leakage or constriction of the pipes of the static or pitot pressure systems.
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES Section 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Page 4.1. Introduction ................. 4-2 4.2. Rigging and de-rigging the aeroplane ......... 4-2 4.3. Daily pre-flight and post-flight inspection ......4-2 4.4. Preparation for flight............4-4 4.4.1.
Section 9. 4.2. Rigging and de-rigging the aeroplane If de-rigging the aeroplane and preparation for transportation is necessary, refer to Aeroplane Maintenance Manual of AT-3 R100 Aeroplane, Section 2.6 – Transport of the de-rigged Aeroplane 4.3. Daily pre-flight and post-flight inspection...
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES - Check the sensor of pitot and static pressure is clean - Check the sediment tanks of the pitot and static pressure systems in the following way: - Unscrew the caps.
SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 Recommended daily post-flight inspection - Check the fuel, oil and cooling systems for leaks. - Check fixing and general condition of the radio antennas - Check the general condition of the aeroplane and its landing gear.
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.4.2. Pre-flight inspection of the aeroplane It is the duty of the pilot to perform a pre-flight inspection prior to the flight or after a break in flights, when he has left the cabin. The inspection is to be made, starting with the cabin and walking clockwise around the aeroplane.
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SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 - Ignition – to be set OFF CHECK - Fuel level – to be checked with the gauge CHECK - Battery and generator – to be switched OFF CHECK - All electrical equipment–...
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES (6.). Starboard landing gear and front part of fuselage Tyre – Check the tyre pressure (visually) CHECK - Brake system CHECK - Oil level and presence of the dipstick...
SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 4.5. Normal procedures and list of inspection tasks 4.5.1. Airspeeds for safe operation Airspeed Flaps km/h Take off: – lift-off 15º – at altitude 15 m Maximum angle of climb (VX) 0º...
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.3. Using an electric ground power source The aeroplane is equipped to use electric power from external sources. A typical power receptacle (of 11041 – type) is installed at the port side of the fuselage, in front of the wing.
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SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 Cool engine procedure - Fuel valve – set to OPEN - Starting device (Choke) - Battery and generator - “GENERATOR FAILURE” light - illumination CHECK - Fuel pump - Throttle lever – to be set to...
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES Hot engine procedure The same as for cool engine start, but without turning the propeller and the starting device (choke) is to be set to OFF. Procedure for low temperature The procedure is the same as for cool engine, but the throttle lever may be set to idle only.
SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 Ignition switch in position “1” Ignition switch in position “2” Ignition switch in position “1 +2” Throttle – full open Maximum engine speed CHECK NOTE Maximum engine speed on ground is 5050 RPM.
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.5.7. Before take-off - Fastening of the seat belts CHECK - Fuel valve – to be opened CHECK - Fuel pump T T T T - Trim and balancing tab – to be set for take-off...
SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 4.5.10. Cruise - Throttle – as required - Trim and balancing tab – as for cruise - Engine operational parameters – to be MONITORED 4.5.11. Descent - Throttle – as required...
„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES - Artificial horizon OFF and LOCK -Turn indicator - Transponder 4.5.16. Engine shutdown - Radio transmitter SWITCH OFF - Electrical equipment SWITCH OFF - Throttle – to be set to...
SECTION 4 „AERO” Sp. z o. o. NORMAL PROCEDURES AT-3 R100 CAUTION! NEVER TRY TO STALL AT LOW ALTITUDE For stall speed – refer to Section 5. NOTE At engine ratings higher than idle, the stalling speed is lower than that given in the table, by 2 to 15 km/h / 1.2 to 9.3 mph / 1 to 8 kts depending on wing flap position and aeroplane weight.
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„AERO” Sp. z o. o. SECTION 4 AT-3 R100 NORMAL PROCEDURES strong crosswind, also turn the aeroplane axis from the landing direction towards the crosswind. Turn back to the landing direction immediately before touchdown. Lowering the nose wheel earlier after touchdown helps to maintain direction.
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SECTION 5 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. PERFORMANCE AT-3 R100 5.1. Introduction This Section contains approved data concerning the following issues: - Calibration of the airspeed indicator system. - Stalling speeds - Take-off performance. - Supplementary information from the manufacturer. The diagrams have been computed on the basis of actual flight test data, for correct engine and aircraft operation and applying average piloting techniques.
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 5 AT-3 R100 PERFORMANCE 5.2. Approved data 5.2.1. Calibration of the airspeed indicator system The diagram is based on test flight data. CAS = IAS + δ δ δ δ V δV – aerodynamic correction...
SECTION 5 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. PERFORMANCE AT-3 R100 5.2.5. Climb performance Wing flaps retracted (0º) Conditions: - Maximum weight 582 kg (1283 lb) - Rating (Power setting) (full) nominal power - Airspeed V =120 km/h / 75 mph / 65 kts IAS This airspeed is to be reduced by 3 km/h for each 1000 m of altitude (0.57 mph / 0.5 kts for each 1000 ft of altitude).
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 5 AT-3 R100 PERFORMANCE CLIMB PERFORMANCE (FLAPS 0° ) Pressure altitude 0 m STD Ambient ºC ºF temperature OAT m/s 4,40 4,30 4,20 4,10 3,96 3,83 Rate of climb ft/m 866 Pressure altitude 500 m (1460 ft) STD Ambient ºC...
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SECTION 5 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. PERFORMANCE AT-3 R100 CLIMB PERFORMANCE (FLAPS 15° ) Pressure altitude 0 m STD Ambient temperature ºC ºF m/s 3,86 3,78 3,69 3,60 3,48 3,37 Rate of climb ft/m Pressure altitude 500 m (1460 ft) STD Ambient temperature ºC...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 5 AT-3 R100 PERFORMANCE 5.3. Supplementary information 5.3.1. Cruise Airspeed, range and endurance Conditions: - Maximum weight 582 kg (1283 lb) - Wing flaps retracted - Automotive gasoline, unleaded RON 95 - Consumable fuel: • 65 litres / 17.17 US GAL – airplane from AT3-055 or “glass cockpit”...
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Pressure altitude Airspeed Consumable fuel Consumable fuel Engine Fuel Endur Endur speed consumption Range Range ance ance Pressure altitude Airspeed Consumable fuel Consumable fuel Engine Fuel Endur Endur speed consumption Range Range ance ance...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 5 AT-3 R100 PERFORMANCE 5.3.2. Climb after balked landing It is possible to retract the flaps by hand in not more than 2 sec., without loss of altitude, or abrupt change in angle of attack, or special piloting skill.
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SECTION 5 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. PERFORMANCE AT-3 R100 5.3.6. Demonstrated crosswind at take-off and landing Correct aeroplane handling characteristics have been demonstrated during takeoff and landing with the crosswind velocity up to 6 m/sec. (21.6 km/h / 13.4 mph / 11.7 knots).
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 5 AT-3 R100 PERFORMANCE 5.3.7. Combined diagram of aeroplane characteristics GT-2/173/VRR-FW101SRTC Propeller Maximum aeroplane weight 582 kg Maximum power. wing flaps retracted absolute ceiling static ceiling engine RPM when climbing maximum airspeed rate of climb...
PERFORMANCE AT-3 R100 5.3.8. Noise The outside noise level of the AT-3 R100 aeroplane, determined in accordance with the procedure in Chapter 10 Annex 16 ICAO is: 66.6 +0.35 dB (A), while the permissible level is 70.32 dB (A). Page 5-16...
SECTION 6 AT-3 R100 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Section 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Page 6.1. Introduction ................6-2 6.2. Weight and Balance Calculation..........6-2 6.3. Weight and Balance Schedule ………………………………..6-9 6.4. AT-3 R100 Equipment List…………………………………….6-10 SEPTEMBER, 2004 Page 6-1 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
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The procedure for weighing aeroplane is contained in the Maintenance Manual of the AT-3 R100 aeroplane. Any change in the weight of the empty aeroplane, e.g. after new equipment is fitted, repairs or re- painting, will necessitate re-calculation of the table 6.3 “Weight and Balance Schedule”...
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 6 AT-3 R100 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Graphical method From the table 6.3:” Weight and Balance schedule” the actual weight and moment of the empty aeroplane should be read off. If on the rear wall of...
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SECTION 6 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. WEIGHT AND BALANCE AT-3 R100 WARNING The total weight of the aeroplane must not be less than 409 kg or greater than 582 kg Using Chart: 2 -”Aircraft loading” it can be verified whether the Centre of Gravity is inside the acceptable marked range (envelope) for the specific maximum weight and moment.
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Warning When calculating the total moment, values for fuel are negative, so must be deducted from the totals for pilot, passenger and luggage Pilot and passenger fuel luggage Chart: 1 Values of the moments...
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SECTION 6 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. WEIGHT AND BALANCE AT-3 R100 Weight of the loaded aeroplane (kg) Page 6-6 JULY, 2010 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 6 AT-3 R100 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Calculation Method From the table 6.3: “Weight and Balance Schedule” the actual weight and moment of the empty aeroplane should be read off. If on the rear wall of the cockpit is installed the collapsible tow bar to the weight of empty aeroplane +1,5 kg should be added and moment +2,6 kgm should be increased.
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SECTION 6 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. WEIGHT AND BALANCE AT-3 R100 Calculate the arm of the Centre of Gravity of the aeroplane (X Where: M – total moment of the aeroplane Q – total weight of the aeroplane WARNING The Arm of the Centre of Gravity (X ) is measured rearwards from the leading edge of the wing.
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SERIAL NUMBER CALL SIGN WEIGHT AND MOMENT OF THE EMPTY AEROPLANE (LAST TWO COLUMNS) CHANGE OF WEIGHT DESCRIPTION OF THE DATE SIGNATURE ADDED (+) REMOVED (-) MODIFICARTION MOM. ARM. MOM. [kg] [kgm] [kg] [kgm] [kg] [kgm] New factory built aeroplane with the equipment installed according to the equipment list Chronology of the construction and equipment modifications effecting changes of weight and moment of the aeroplane...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT Section 7 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT Page 7.1. Introduction ................7-2 7.2. Airframe ..................7-2 7.2.1. Fuselage ................7-2 7.2.2. Wings ................. 7-3 7.2.3.
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.1. Introduction This Section contains a description of the aeroplane and of its equipment. 7.2. Airframe 7.2.1. Fuselage The fuselage, made of duralumin sheet, has a rectangular section, open in the area of the cabin.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.2.2. Wings The wings are made of aluminium and are connected to the fuselage by means of the main and of the rear spars. The ailerons and the wing flaps are of similar design are connected to the wing by means of flat hinges.
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.2.3. Slab tail The tail plane is a slab tail design with a structure similar to the wing, mass balanced, hinged at two points. The trim & balancing tab are contained within the contour of the tail plane.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7. 7.2.4. Fin and rudder The vertical tail unit consists of fin and rudder. The fin is an integral part of fuselage structure. Fin and rudder 1.
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.3. Flight control This section contains a description of the control mechanisms of the wing flaps, the ailerons, the elevator, the trim & balancing tab and of the rudder.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 1. Control of the wing flaps The wing flaps which are of crocodile type (split flaps) are located below the trailing edge of the wing, between the fuselage and the ailerons.
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.3.3. Control of the elevator The slab tail elevator is fixed to the spar of the fin. The scheme of the elevator control is shown in the illustration below.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.3.4. Control of the trim/balancing tab The trim & balancing tab is fixed to the trailing edge of the slab tail elevator is driven by torsion shaft, self locking screw gear and assembly of levers and pushrods .
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.3.5. Rudder Control The rudder is fixed to the fin. The illustration below shows the schematic of the rudder control. Schematic showing the set-up of the pedals controlling the rudder 1.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.4. Instrument panel The equipment installed in this aeroplane is specified in the List of Equipment on page 6-4. SEPTEMBER, 2004 Page 7-11 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 1- Port throttle lever 2- Clock * 3- Airspeed indicator 4- Stall warning light * 5- Artificial horizon * 6- Altimeter 7- Vertical speed indicator...
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 19- Fuel quantity indicator 20- Cylinder head temperature indicator (CHT) 21- Oil pressure indicator 22- “Starter engaged” light 23- “Generator failure” light 24- Compass 25- Tachometer 26- “Fuel reserve”...
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 30- Volt-Ammeter 31- Hour meter * 32- Carburettor air temperature indicator 33- Fuel pressure indicator 34- Transponder * 35- Radio-transceiver * 36- 12V- DC Supply...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.5. Landing gear system The aircraft has a three-wheel, fixed landing gear, with nose wheel. The main landing gear is of a flat spring design. The nose wheel is fitted with a rubber shock absorber 7.5.1.
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT Diagram of the braking system Brake fluid container Feeding line Brake cylinder Insulating valve Parking brake valve (option) Brake pressure line Bleeding valve Brake calliper...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.5.2. Parking Brake The parking brake valve is installed in between the seats tunnel and the parking brake lever is accessible from the left seat.
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT Parking Brake AT3.47.100.0 Valve of parking brake AT3.47.100.0 is non-return valve. After set this valve lever “on” is possible to increase pressure inside the breaking system lines and brake the airplane.
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT Parking Brake AT3.47.130.0 Valve of parking brake AT3.47.130.0 is cut-off valve. After set this valve lever “on” is not possible to increase pressure inside the breaking system lines, brake cylinders are cut off from callipers.
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.6. Seats, seat belts and harness The seat position is permanently fixed (not adjustable). The illustration below shows the installation of the seats. Each seat is fitted with adjustable safety belts.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.7. Luggage compartment The luggage compartment is located behind the seats and consists of two containers (see illustration). The containers are fitted with lids made of metal, locked by latches.
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.8. Canopy The canopy consists of an epoxy fibreglass composite frame and of profiled acrylic sheet. The canopy can be moved forward, rotating around an axis located in front of the cabin. After entering the cabin...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.9. Power unit 7.9.1. Engine Rotax 912S2 or 912S4 engine - Four-stroke, opposed, four cylinder engine - Cylinder heads cooled with fluid, cylinders cooled with air...
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.10. Fuel system The fuel is contained in the fuel tank, which is located between the instrument panel and the firewall. The fuel tank, made of composite, is contained in a sack, made of fabric resistant to smoke and to fuel.
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“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT Diagram of the fuel system Fuel tank Filler cap with the measuring stick Coarse fuel filter Fuel level sensor Reserve fuel sensor Reserve fuel signalling lamp...
SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.11. Pitot and static pressure systems The sensors [9] and [8] receive air under pitot and static pressure and transmit it to the airspeed indicator [3], altimeter [2] , vertical speed indicator [1] and altitude encoder[7](option) -see the scheme on the illustration.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.12. Electrical system The source of on board electric power is the generator and the battery. It is a 12 Volt system. Automatic circuit breakers located on the instrument panel protect the system.
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT Automatic circuit breaker (permanently switched on) Switch with automatic circuit breaker (switched manually) Switch (switched manually) Page 7-28 JULY, 2010 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
A detailed list of standard aeroplane equipment, as well as of the possible optional equipment is given in the Maintenance Manual of the AT-3 R100 aeroplane. The operational instructions for the optional equipment are given in the section 9 – Supplements.
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SECTION 7 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AT-3 R100 AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.13.2. Carburettor heating installation Closing of the air flow from the cold air inlet causes suction of the hot air from the engine compartment through the heat exchanger located above the muffler.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 7 AT-3 R100 DESCRIPTION OF THE AEROPLANE AND ITS EQUIPMENT 7.13.3 Air intake covers In case of airplane operation in low ambient temperature it is recommended that intake air covers are used to reduce the intensity of the cooling effect.
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SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 8.1. Introduction This Section contains procedures for the correct control of the aeroplane on the ground and servicing, recommended by the aeroplane manufacturer. also contains some requirements concerning inspections and basic maintenance, which are to be observed in order to maintain the performance and reliability of a new aeroplane.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 8 AT-3 R100 SERVICING 8.3 Aeroplane repairs or modifications Any repair or modification of the aeroplane design may only be performed by authorized personal. NOTE Prior to any modification of the aeroplane, ensure with the Civil...
SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 8.4.1. Relocating the aeroplane on ground If using the towing bar on a level surface, one person is able to move the aeroplane. The towing bar is to be fixed to the nose wheel ferrules.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 8 AT-3 R100 SERVICING Collapsible tow bar installed on rear wall in the cockpit 1. Taw bar 3. Ferrule of tow bar handle 2. Safety pin 4. Ferrules of tow bar forks 9 9 9 9 8.4.2.
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SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 Collapsible tow bar installed on the control stick and rudder pedals 1. Catch pawl 4. Control stick grip 2. Safety pin 5. Rudders pedals 3. Tow bar 6. Tow bar handle...
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 8 AT-3 R100 SERVICING 8.4.3. Tying down There are lugs for the tie-down ropes on the aeroplane. They are located under the wingtips, at the rear of the aeroplane (tail skid) and at the front (nose landing gear ferrules).
SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 8.4.4. Lifting When jacking the aeroplane the following procedure should be followed: 1. Put a stand (under a rib) under each wing to prevent the aeroplane from tilting. NOTE. Instead of using jacks, the aeroplane may also be lifted by hand, when holding the lower fuselage edges in the area between the firewall and the wing and in front of the horizontal stabilizer.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 8 AT-3 R100 SERVICING 8.4.5. Levelling After lifting, the aeroplane should be levelled, so that the cabin wall edges are horizontal (see the illustration). SPIRIT LEVEL EDGES OF CABIN WALLS JUNE, 2010 Page 8-9 AEROPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL...
SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 8.5. Cleaning and basic maintenance It is essential for the reliability of the aeroplane components to always keep them clean. 8.5.1. External painted surfaces Prior to cleaning, take the following steps: - Protect the wheels, especially the brake discs, covering them.
“AERO” Sp. z o.o. SECTION 8 AT-3 R100 SERVICING 8.5.2. Glass panels The greatest care should be taken to avoid scratches when cleaning glass panels of Plexiglas. Never wipe the glass panels when dry. Rinse the panel with clean water or solution of mild soap and then wipe with soft clean cloth, sponge or chamois-leather.
SECTION 8 “AERO” Sp. z o.o. SERVICING AT-3 R100 8.5.3. Propeller The propeller is to be cleaned in the same way as the painted surfaces, but with great care. 8.5.4. Engine The engine is to be cleaned as indicated in the Engine Maintenance Manual.
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SECTION 9 AERO Sp. z o.o. SUPPLEMENT No. 44 AT-3R100 Section 1. General The same as for the standard airplane Section 2. Limitations 2.11. Types of operation This aeroplane is approved for flights by day and night in Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC-Day/Night)
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AERO Sp. z o.o. SECTION 9 AT-3R100 SUPPLEMENT No. 44 LIST OF MINIMUM EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS OR DEVICES VFR Night ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM AND DEVICES 1. Battery 2. Generator 3. Alternator 4. Generator warning light 5. Alternator warning light LIGHTING 1. Position lights 2.
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SECTION 9 AERO Sp. z o.o. SUPPLEMENT No. 44 AT-3R100 2.14. Limitation placards AT-3 R100 AIRPLANE, APPROVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH JAR-VLA FOR VFR-DAY/NIGHT OPERATIONS. FLIGHTS IN KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS PROHIBITED. AEROBATIC MANOEUVRES INCLUDING SPINS PROHIBITED. OTHER LIMITATIONS ACC. TO AIRPLANE FLIGHT...
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AERO Sp. z o.o. SECTION 9 AT-3R100 SUPPLEMENT No. 44 In purpose to reduce light flesh on the canopy plexi it is recommended to use instrument panel shade assembled per Supplement No 44 „VFR-Night (analog instruments)” to Maintenance Manual. 4.4.2. Pre-flight inspection of the aeroplane Cabin •...
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SECTION 9 AERO Sp. z o.o. SUPPLEMENT No. 44 AT-3R100 4.5.12. Before landing • Landing light 4.5.15. After landing • Landing light • Taxiing light (if necessary) The rest of the section is the same as for the standard aeroplane.
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SECTION 9 AERO Sp. z o.o. SUPPLEMENT No. 44 AT-3R100 The cabin and instrument lighting consists of four independent circuits: flight and navigation instruments engine monitoring instruments and lighting of switches and circuit breakers. radio equipment cockpit lighting Rotating the knob to the left, to the point detectable switch function causes deactivation of selected circuit of lighting.
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