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czech sport aircraft SportCruiser Pilot Operating Handbook

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Pilot's Operating Handbook
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Airplane Serial Number: 08SC142
Date of issue: 2011-09-01
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  • Page 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 Pilot’s Operating Handbook N4465F Airplane Registration Number: Airplane Serial Number: 08SC142 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
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  • Page 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 Czech sport aircraft a.s. Na Záhonech 1177/212, 686 04 Kunovice Czech Republic Website: www.czechsportaircraft.com E-mail: office@czechsportaircraft.com Phone: +420 576 514 034 (Sales Dept.) Fax: +420 576 519 394 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
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  • Page 5 RECORD OF REVISIONS SC-POH-1-1-17 RECORD OF REVISIONS Affected pages Revision name Date of Issue Signature Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
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  • Page 7 LIST OF EFECTIVE PAGES SC-POH-1-1-17 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Section Page Revision No. Section Page Revision No. 2-10 2-11 2-12 viii xiii 3-10 3-11 3-12 3-13 3-14 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
  • Page 8 LIST OF EFECTIVE PAGES SC-POH-1-1-17 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES (Cont’d) Section Page Revision No. Section Page Revision No. 6-10 4-10 6-11 4-11 6-12 4-12 6-13 6-14 6-15 6-16 5-10 5-11 5-12 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 viii Revision: -...
  • Page 9 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS SC-POH-1-1-17 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS Attitude direction indicator Above Ground Level Altitude or Altimeter Air Traffic Control Airspeed Indicator Pressure unit (1 bar = 14.5037 psi) BEACON Anti-collision beacon °C Temperature in degree of Celsius (°C = (°F - 32) / 1.8) Calibrated Airspeed Course deviation indicator C.G.
  • Page 10 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS SC-POH-1-1-17 Vertical speed in meters per second (1 m/s = 196.8 fpm = 1.944 knots = 3.6 km/h) Newton - force unit (1 N = 0.225 lbf) Nautical mile (1 NM = 1,852 m) System is switched off or control element is in off-position System is switched on or control element is in on-position Outside Air Temperature Pilot’s Operating Handbook...
  • Page 11 ASTM STANDARDS SC-POH-1-1-17 ASTM STANDARD r aircraft is designed and built according to following ASTM LSA standards: ASTM F 2245 – 09 Standard Specification for Design and performance of a Light Sport Airplane ASTM F 2279 – 06 Standard Practice for Quality Assurance in Manufacture of Fixed Wing Light Sport Aircraft ASTM F 2295 –...
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  • Page 13 CONTACT INFORMATION SC-POH-1-1-17 CONTACT INFORMATION Czech Sport Aircraft a.s. Na Záhonech 1177/212, 686 04 Kunovice Czech Republic Website: www.czechsportaircraft.com E-mail: office@czechsportaircraft.com Phone: +420 576 514 034 (Sales Dept.) Fax: +420 576 519 394 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 xiii Revision: -...
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  • Page 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS SC-POH-1-1-17 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General Information 2. Limitations 3. Emergency Procedures 4. Normal Procedures 5. Performance 6. Weight and Balance 7. Description of Airplane and Systems 8. Handling and Servicing 9. Supplements Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
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  • Page 17 SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Airplane specification Summary of performances Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
  • Page 18 SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 GENERAL INFORMATION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION This Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) has been prepared to provide pilots with information for the safe and efficient operation of the r aircraft and contains 9 sections. It also contains supplementary information considered to be important by the aircraft manufacturer.
  • Page 19 SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 GENERAL INFORMATION ircraft layout: Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
  • Page 20 Airframe All-metal construction, stressed skin, single curvature metal skins riveted SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 to stiffeners. Construction is of 6061-T6 aluminum sheet metal riveted to GENERAL INFORMATION aluminum angles with Avex rivets. This high strength aluminum alloy construction provides long life and low maintenance costs thanks to its durability and corrosion resistance characteristics.
  • Page 21 1.2 Summary of performances SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 GENERAL INFORMATION Weights: Max. takeoff and landing weight ....1,320 lb 1.2 Summary of performances Max. weight of fuel .........180 lb Max. baggage weight in rear fuselage ...40 lb Weights: Max. baggage weight in each wing locker ..22 lb Max.
  • Page 22 SECTION 1 SC-POH-1-1-17 GENERAL INFORMATION Rate of climb: At sea level ............825 fpm Best angle of climb speed (v ) .......56 KIAS Best rate of climb speed (v ) ......62 KIAS Stall speeds: – flaps down, power - idle .......31 KIAS –...

  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS SECTION 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2. LIMITATIONS Airspeed indicator range markings Stalling speeds at maximum takeoff weight Flap extended speed range Maneuvering speed Maximum structural cruising speed Never exceed speed Service ceiling Load factors Approved manoeuvres 2.10 Operating weights and loading 2.11 Fuel 2.12 Engine operating speeds and limits...

  • Page 24: Limitations

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2. LIMITATIONS CAUTION AVIATIK WA037383 pitot-static probe Airspeeds values are valid for standard 2.1 Airspeed indicator range markings NOTE The stated stall speeds are valid for all flight altitudes. Speeds value or range Significance Marking KIAS White 31-75 Flap Operating Range.

  • Page 25: Flap Extended Speed Range

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS NOTE Altitude losses shown in the table present max. values determined on the basis of flight tests using average piloting skill. 2.3 Flap extended speed range - V to V Flap operating range ............ 31 - 75 KIAS 2.4 Manoeuvring speed - V Manoeuvring speed at 1,320 lb ........

  • Page 26: Operating Weights And Loading

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2.10 Operating weights and loading Max. takeoff weight ............1,320 lb Max landing weight ............1,320 lb Max. weight of fuel ............180 lb Max. baggage weight in rear fuselage ......40 lb Max. baggage weight in each wing locker ......22 lb Empty weight (minimum equipment) .........

  • Page 27: Fuel

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2.11 Fuel Fuel quantity: Wing fuel tanks quantity ............ 2x 15.06 US gal Total fuel quantity ............. 30.12 US gal Unusable fuel ..............2x 0.13 US gal Total usable fuel ............... 29.85 US gal Maximum allowable difference in fuel tanks ...... 7.93 US gal Recommended fuel type: NOTE Refer to the ROTAX Operator’s Manual, section 10.2.2 Fuel, and Rotax Service...

  • Page 28: Engine Operating Speeds And Limits

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2.12 Engine operating speeds and limits Engine Model: ROTAX 912 ULS Engine Manufacturer: BRP-Powertrain GmbH Max. takeoff: at 5,800 rpm (max. 5 min.) 98.6 hp Max. continuous: at 5,500 rpm Power 92.5 hp Cruising (75%): at 5,000 rpm 68.4 hp Max.

  • Page 29: Engine Instruments Markings

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2.13 Engine instruments markings Normal Minimum Caution Caution Maximum Rotax 912 ULS Operating Limit Range Range Range Range 98.6 hp (red line) (yellow arc) (yellow arc) (red line) (green arc) Engine speed 0-1,400 5,500-5,800 5,800 1,400-5,500 12 psi 12-29 psi 29-73 psi...
  • Page 30 SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS Minimum instruments and equipment list for Day VFR flights: Airspeed indicator Altimeter Compass (is not required by ASTM) Fuel quantity indicator Tachometer (RPM) Engine instruments as required by the engine manufacturer: Oil temperature indicator Oil pressure indicator Cylinder head temperature indicator Safety harness for every used seat Additional instruments and equipment list for Night VFR...

  • Page 31: Limitation Placards And Markings

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS 2.15 Limitation placards and markings Operating limitation on instrument panel AIRSPEEDS: 138 kts 88 kts 75 kts 31 kts WARNING! DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM 600kg/1320lbs TAKEOFF WEIGHT: WARNING! IFR FLIGHTS AND INTENTIONAL FLIGHTS UNDER ICING CONDITIONS ARE PROHIBITED APPROVED FOR: DAY - NIGHT - VFR FOR AVIATION EMERGENCY USE ONLY UNAUTHORIZED OPERATION PROHIBITED...

  • Page 32: Miscellaneous Placards And Markings

    SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS Prohibited manoeuvres NO INTENTIONAL SPINS! AEROBATICS PROHIBITED! 2.16 Miscellaneous placards and markings PILOT MUSIC IN HEADSET COPILOT POWER CHOKE HEADSE IDLE 0° FLAPS CANOPY OPENED ALARM 12° FLAPS 30° DOWN COCKPIT L BUZZER EFIS & EMS INSTR L ELT CONTROL ALERTS VOLUME...
  • Page 33 SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS FUEL CAPACITY: 57 Litres / 15 US Gal. MOGAS RON 95/AKI 91 AVGAS 100 LL FUEL DRAIN AEROSHELL OIL SPORT PLUS 4 CANOPY OPENED CANOPY CLOSED NO PUSH NO STEP Date of issue: 2011-09-01 2-11 Revision: -...
  • Page 34 SECTION 2 SC-POH-1-1-17 LIMITATIONS If BRS rescue system is installed: - located on the both sides of fuselage between canopy and rear window - located in place rocket egress CAUTION The owner (operator) of this airplane is responsible for the readability of placards during the aircraft service life.
  • Page 35 SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES General information Airspeeds for Emergency procedures Engine failure during takeoff run Engine failure after takeoff Loss of engine power in flight In-flight engine starting Loss of oil pressure High oil pressure Emergency landing without engine power 3.10 Precautionary landing with engine power...
  • Page 36 SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.23 Loss of primary instruments 3-11 3.24 Loss of flight controls 3-12 3.25 Power lever linkage failure 3-12 3.26 Inadvertent canopy opening during takeoff 3-13 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...

  • Page 37: Emergency Procedures

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 General information This section provides checklists and amplified procedures for coping with various emergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by aircraft or engine malfunction are extremely rare if proper pre-flight inspections and maintenance are practiced.

  • Page 38: Engine Failure During Takeoff Run

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.3 Engine failure during takeoff run 1. THROTTLE - IDLE 2. Brakes - apply 3. Ignition Switch - OFF 3.4 Engine failure after takeoff 1. Airspeed - maintain 60 KIAS 2. Flaps - landing position (30°) 3.

  • Page 39: Loss Of Oil Pressure

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 6. THROTTLE - IDLE 7. Ignition Switch - hold START after engine is starting - BOTH After engine is running: 8. MASTER GEN - ON 9. AVIONICS - ON 10. FUEL P - OFF 11. Other switches - ON as necessary 3.7 Loss of oil pressure 1.

  • Page 40: Emergency Landing Without Engine Power

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.9 Emergency landing without engine power Emergency landings are generally carried out in the case of engine failure and the engine cannot be re-started. 1. Airspeed - maintain 60 KIAS 2. Emergency landing area - chose suitable area without obstacles 3.

  • Page 41: Engine Fire During Start

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NOTE Watch the chosen area steadily during precautionary landing. 3.11 Engine fire during start 1. FUEL selector - OFF 2. THROTTLE - MAX 3. Ignition Switch - OFF 4. MASTER BAT & GEN - OFF 5.

  • Page 42: Electrical Fire In Flight

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.13 Electrical fire in flight 1. MASTER BAT & GEN - OFF 2. Other switches - OFF 3. CABIN HEATER - PUSH OFF 4. Ventilation - open 5. Emergency landing - perform according to 3.9 as soon as possible 3.14 Emergency descent 1.

  • Page 43: Overvoltage

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.16 Overvoltage Voltmeter permanently indicates voltage over 14.6 V. 1. Engine RPM - decrease to minimum usable for flight If the overvoltage indication persists: 2. MASTER GEN - OFF 3. All unnecessary electrical equipment - OFF 4.

  • Page 44: Inadvertent Icing Encounter

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.18 Inadvertent icing encounter CAUTION Aircraft is approved to operate in VMC condition only! 1. Leave icing area - turn back or change altitude to reach area with higher outside air temperature. 2. CARBURETOR AIR - PULL HOT 3.

  • Page 45: Engine Vibration

    SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES If you fail to recover the engine power, land on the nearest airfield (if possible) or depending on the circumstances, perform a precautionary landing according to 3.10. 3.20 Engine vibration If any forced aircraft vibrations appear, it is necessary: 1.
  • Page 46 SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Engine instruments malfunction or failure 1. ENG INSTR switch - ON 2. ENG INSTR circuit breaker - ON 3. Land as soon as practicable CAUTION Do not use maximum engine power without RPM indication! 3.24 Loss of flight controls Lateral control failure Use the Aileron Trim and Rudder for aircraft banking.
  • Page 47 SECTION 3 SC-POH-1-1-17 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.26 Inadvertent canopy opening during takeoff During takeoff – aircraft rotation occurs, the canopy opens approximately 2 in. During climb and descent with airspeed at 60-75 KIAS, the canopy stays opened 2 - 3.2 in. During horizontal flight with airspeed at 60-80 KIAS, the canopy stays opened 2 - 3.2 in.
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  • Page 49 SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES Preflight check Engine starting Taxiing Normal takeoff Climb Best angle of climb speed Best rate of climb speed Cruise Descend 4.10 Approach 4.11 Normal landing 4.12 Short field takeoff and landing procedures 4-10 4.13 Balked landing procedures 4-11...

  • Page 50: Normal Procedures

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES This section provides checklists and recommended procedures for normal operation of the aircraft. CAUTION AVIATIK WA037383 pitot-static probe Airspeeds values are valid for standard WOODCOMP KLASSIC 170/3/R These normal procedures are valid for standard three composite blades ground adjustable propeller.
  • Page 51 SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES Inspection Check List Canopy - condition of attachment, cleanness Check cockpit for loose objects Switches: Ignition - OFF MASTER BAT - ON ENG INSTR - ON, check Engine instruments functioning - check Fuel quantity indication - check Battery voltage FLT INSTR - ON, check Electric attitude indicator,...
  • Page 52 SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES Wing locker - closed and locked Pitot head - condition, attachment, cleanness (Left wing only) Nose gear - wheel, fairing and leg attachment, condition, pressure of tire Engine cowling - condition Propeller and spinner - condition Engine mount and exhaust manifold - condition, attachment...

  • Page 53: Engine Starting

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES WARNING Physically check the fuel level before each takeoff to make sure you have sufficient fuel for the planned flight. WARNING In case of long-term parking it is recommended to turn the engine several times (Ignition switch - OFF!) by turning the propeller.
  • Page 54 SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 13. Other switches - ON as necessary 14. CHOKE - gradually release during engine warming up 15. THROTTLE - maintain max. 2,500 rpm for warming up CAUTION The starter should be activated for a maximum of 10 sec, followed by 2 min pause for starter cooling.

  • Page 55: Taxiing

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.3 Taxiing 1. Flaps - retracted (0°) 2. PARKING BRAKE - release 3. Brakes - function check at taxiing start Apply power and brakes as needed. Apply brakes to control movement on ground. Taxi carefully when wind velocity exceeds 20 knots. Hold the control stick in neutral position.

  • Page 56: Climb

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES WARNING Takeoff is prohibited if: Engine is running unsteadily, roughly or with vibrations Engine instrument values are beyond operational limi Aircraft systems (e.g. brakes, controls or avionics) working incorrectly Crosswind velocity exceeds permitted limits (see Section 5 Performance, 5.7 Demonstrated wind performance) 4.5 Climb 1.

  • Page 57: Approach

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.10 Approach 1. Approach speed - 60 KIAS 2. THROTTLE - as necessary 3. Flaps - takeoff position (12°) 4. Trims - as necessary 5. Safety harness - fasten CAUTION It is not advisable to reduce the engine throttle control lever to minimum on final approach and when descending from very high altitude.

  • Page 58: Short Field Takeoff And Landing Procedures

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.11.4 Engine shut down 1. THROTTLE - IDLE 2. Instruments - engine instruments within limits 3. Ignition Switch - OFF 4. Switches - OFF 5. MASTER BAT & GEN - OFF 6. FUEL selector - OFF CAUTION Rapid engine cooling should be avoided during operation.

  • Page 59: Balked Landing Procedures

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.13 Balked landing procedures 1. THROTTLE - MAX (max. 5,800 rpm for max. 5 min, max. continuous power 5,500 rpm) 2. Airspeed - min. 60 KIAS 3. Flaps - takeoff position (12°) (max. airspeed for flaps using is 75 KIAS) 4.

  • Page 60: Night Flights

    SECTION 4 SC-POH-1-1-17 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.15 Night flights In addition to normal “Day flights” procedures it is necessary to perform undermentioned “Night flights” procedures. 4.15.1 Preflight check Perform careful preflight check of whole Lighting system and Battery condition before night flights. 4.15.2 Before engine starting 1.
  • Page 61 SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE SECTION 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5. PERFORMANCE Takeoff distances Landing distances Rate of climb Cruise speeds RPM setting and fuel consumption Airspeed indicator system calibration 5-10 Demonstrated wind performance 5-11 Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...

  • Page 62: Performance

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5. PERFORMANCE The presented data has been computed from actual flight tests with the aircraft and engine in good conditions and using average piloting techniques. If not stated otherwise, the performance stated in this section is valid for maximum takeoff weight and under ISA conditions.

  • Page 63: Takeoff Distances

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5.1 Takeoff distances Conditions: - Altitude: 0 ft ISA - Engine power: max. takeoff - Flaps: 12° Takeoff distance over RUNWAY Takeoff run distance 50 ft obstacle SURFACE 1,270 CONCRETE 1,499 GRASS 5.2 Landing distances Conditions: - Altitude: 0 ft ISA - Engine power: idle - Flaps: 30°...

  • Page 64: Cruise Speeds

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5.4 Cruise speeds Engine Fuel Altitude Airspeeds speed consumption KIAS KCAS KTAS in Hg US gal/h 4,200 23.7 3.59 4,500 24.6 4.15 4,800 25.5 4.76 1,000 5,000 26.1 5.15 5,300 27.0 5.79 5,500 27.7 6.26 5,700 28.3 6.82 4,200...

  • Page 65: Rpm Setting And Fuel Consumption

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5.5 RPM setting and fuel consumption Altitude 1,000 Engine speed 4,200 4,500 4,800 5,000 5,300 5,500 Fuel consumption US gal/h 3.59 4.15 4.76 5.15 5.79 6.26 KIAS Airspeeds KCAS KTAS Endurance and Range at 29.85 US gal Endurance hh:mm 8:18...
  • Page 66 SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE Altitude 3,000 Engine speed 4,200 4,500 4,800 5,000 5,300 5,500 Fuel consumption US gal/h 3.49 4.04 4.62 5.02 5.65 6.16 KIAS Airspeed KCAS KTAS Endurance and Range at 29.85 US gal Endurance hh:mm 8:33 7:23 6:27 5:56 5:16 4:50...
  • Page 67 SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE Altitude 5,000 Engine speed 4,200 4,500 4,800 5,000 5,300 5,500 Fuel consumption US gal/h 3.41 3.94 4.54 4.94 5.57 6.02 KIAS Airspeed KCAS KTAS Endurance and Range at 29.85 US gal Endurance hh:mm 8:45 7:35 6:34 6:02 5:21 4:57...
  • Page 68 SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE Altitude 7,000 Engine speed 4,200 4,500 4,800 5,000 5,300 5,500 Fuel consumption US gal/h 3.30 3.86 4.44 4.86 5.49 5.89 KIAS Airspeed KCAS KTAS Endurance and Range at 29.85 US gal Endurance hh:mm 9:02 7:44 6:43 6:08 5:25 5:04...
  • Page 69 SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE Altitude 9,000 Engine speed 4,200 4,500 4,800 5,000 5,300 5,500 Fuel consumption US gal/h 3.22 3.78 4.33 4.76 5.39 5.76 KIAS Airspeed KCAS KTAS Endurance and Range at 29.85 US gal Endurance hh:mm 9:15 7:54 6:53 6:16 5:32 5:11...

  • Page 70: Airspeed Indicator System Calibration

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5.6 Airspeed indicator system calibration KIAS KCAS Date of issue: 2011-09-01 5-10 Revision: -...

  • Page 71: Demonstrated Wind Performance

    SECTION 5 SC-POH-1-1-17 PERFORMANCE 5.7 Demonstrated wind performance Max. demonstrated headwind velocity for take-off and landing: ..24 knots Max. demonstrated crosswind velocity for take-off and landing: ..12 knots Wind components figure Example: 1. Wind velocity ..15 knots 3. Headwind component ..8.6 knots 2.
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  • Page 74 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE - Obtain measurement LN by measuring horizontally and parallel to the airplane center line, from center of nose wheel axle left sides, to the datum on the left wing. Repeat on right side and average the measurements. Using weights from item 3 and measurements from item 4 the airplane weight and C.G.
  • Page 75 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 6.4 Weight and balance C.G. layout 6.5 C.G. range and determination 6.5.1 Aircraft C.G. range: Empty weight C.G. range ........28.5 to 29.5 % of MAC 16.83 to 17.42 in of MAC Operating C.G. range .......... 28 to 35 % of MAC 16.54 to 20.67 in of MAC Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
  • Page 76 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 6.5.2 Aircraft C.G. determination After any changes in equipment or if the aircraft weight is affected by any alternation or repair, a new weighing and C.G. determination perform as WEIGHT & BALANCE REPORT follows: Rear CG Check Aircraft empty weight C.G.
  • Page 77 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Blank form of Weight & Balance record WEIGHT & BALANCE RECORD Empty weight C.G. determination table WEIGHT MOMENT ITEM lb in RIGHT MAIN WHEEL LEFT MAIN WHEEL NOSE WHEEL negative arm Empty weight: C.G. Aircraft moment: TOTAL % MAC...
  • Page 78 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 6.6 Loading and C.G. check Before flight is important to determine that the aircraft is loaded so its weight and C.G. location are within the allowable limits. Aircraft loading and C.G. determination perform as follows: 1.
  • Page 79 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Example of Loading and C.G. check Aircraft empty data: weight ........851.4 lb arm ........17.02 in moment ....... 14,493.06 lb in MAC ........59.06 in Operating weights: pilot ........187.0 lb passenger ......143.0 lb baggage in cockpit ....
  • Page 80 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Loading and C.G. check table – zero fuel WEIGHT & BALANCE REPORT Forward CG Check WEIGHT MOMENT ITEM lb in WEIGHT MOMENT 851.4 17.02 14,493.06 EMPTY AIRCRAFT [lb] [in] (WEIGHT x ARM) PILOT 187.0 27.56 5,153.72 842.3...
  • Page 81 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Blank form of Loading and C.G. check WEIGHT & BALANCE RECORD Aircraft C.G. check table WEIGHT MOMENT ITEM lb in EMPTY AIRCRAFT 27.56 PILOT PASSENGER 27.56 BAGGAGE 51.58 COMPARTMENT 23.62 WING LOCKERS 7.09 FUEL TANKS C.G.
  • Page 82 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 6.7 Fuel weight – quantity conversion chart 6.8 C.G. change in dependence of fuel quantity Date of issue: 2011-09-01 6-11 Revision: -...
  • Page 83 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 6.9 Load sheet and Balance chart This chart makes possible to perform loading and C.G. check before flight simply and quickly. The undermentioned example shows how to use this chart. Perform following steps: 1. Record Empty weight and Empty C.G. (% of MAC) to the table. 2.
  • Page 84 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Date of issue: 2011-09-01 6-13 Revision: -...
  • Page 85 SECTION 6 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE Blank form of Load sheet & Balance chart Date of issue: 2011-09-01 6-14 Revision: -...
  • Page 86 SC-POH-1-1-17 WEIGHT & BALANCE 4. WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION This section contains weight and balance records and the payload range for safe operating of SportCruiser. 6.10 Installed equipment list 4.1 Installed equipment list NOTE Actual Installed equipment list is shown in Section 9, Supplement No. 02.
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  • Page 88 SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS SECTION 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7. DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS General Airframe Flight controls Instrument panel Engine Propeller Landing gear Baggage compartment Seats and safety harnesses 7.10 Canopy 7.11 Fuel system 7.12 Electrical system 7.13 Flight instruments and Avionics 7.14 Pitot-static system...

  • Page 89: Description Of Airplane And Systems

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7. DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7.1 General This section provides description and operation of the aircraft and its systems. r aircraft is a single-engine, all metal, low-wing monoplane of semi-monocoque structure with two side-by-side seats. The airplane is equipped with a fixed tricycle undercarriage with castering nose wheel.

  • Page 90: Instrument Panel

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7.4 Instrument panel NOTE Actual Instrument panel layout and Description of instrumentation and controls in the cockpit are shown in Section 9, Supplement No. 2. 7.5 Engine ROTAX 912 ULS engine with maximum power 98.6 hp is installed in this aircraft .

  • Page 91: Propeller

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS Carburetor preheating The heated air is streaming from a heat exchanger to the carburetor through the airbox. The control lever is installed on the middle panel. Ignition switch Ignition switch must be on BOTH position to operate the engine. For safety remove the key when engine is not running.

  • Page 92: Landing Gear

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7.7 Landing gear Aircraft is equipped with tricycle landing gear. Main landing gear uses two fiberglass spring elements. Each main gear wheel is equipped with an independent, hydraulically operated, disc type brakes. Nose wheel is free castering.

  • Page 93: Canopy

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7.10 Canopy Access to the cabin is from both sides. Make sure that the canopy is latched and mechanism is securely locked into position on both sides before operating the aircraft and manually check the canopy is locked by pushing the canopy upward.

  • Page 94: Electrical System

    SECTION 7 SC-POH-1-1-17 DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS CAUTION Do not overfill the tanks to avoid fuel overflow through venting tubes. 7.12 Electrical system Generator The AC generator (250 W AC) is integrated in the engine and it is connected to the electric bus through the external rectifier regulator (12 V 20 A DC).
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  • Page 96 SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING SECTION 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 8. HANDLING AND SERVICING Introduction Ground handling Towing instructions Tie-down instructions Servicing operating fluids Cleaning and care Assembly and disassembly Aircraft inspection periods Aircraft alterations or repairs Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...

  • Page 97: Handling And Servicing

    SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING 8. HANDLING AND SERVICING 8.1 Introduction This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and servicing of the airplane. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements, which must be followed if the airplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability.

  • Page 98: Towing Instructions

    SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING 8.3 Towing instructions To handle the airplane on ground use the Tow Bar, or if pushing the airplane by hand, push on the aft fuselage, placing your hands over an area of skin supported by a bulkhead. CAUTION Avoid excessive pressure at the airplane airframe-especially at control surfaces.
  • Page 99 SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING 8.5.1 Approved fuel grades and specifications Recommended fuel type: (refer to the ROTAX Operator’s manual section 10.2.2 Fuel, Rotax Service Instruction SI-912-016) MOGAS European standard - min. RON 95, EN 228 Super, EN 228 Super plus US standard - ASTM D4814 Canadian standard...

  • Page 100: Cleaning And Care

    SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING 8.5.3 Approved coolant grades and specifications Recommended coolant type: (refer to the Rotax Operator’s manual section 10.1.2 Operating speeds and limits and section 10.2.1 Coolant, Rotax Installation manual section 12 Cooling system, Rotax Service Instruction SI-912-016) In principle, 2 different types of coolant are permitted: Conventional coolant based on ethylene glycol Waterless coolant based on propylene glycol...

  • Page 101: Assembly And Disassembly

    SECTION 8 SC-POH-1-1-17 HANDLING AND SERVICING CAUTION In the case of long term parking, cover the canopy to protect the cockpit interior from direct sunshine. 8.7 Assembly and disassembly Refer to the r aircraft Maintenance manual and the aircraft Assembly photo manual. 8.8 Aircraft inspection periods Periods of overall checks and contingent maintenance depends on the condition of the operation and on overall condition of the airplane.
  • Page 102 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS SECTION 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS 9. SUPPLEMENTS List of inserted supplements Inserted supplements Date of issue: 2011-09-01 Revision: -...
  • Page 103 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 9. SUPPLEMENTS This section contains the appropriate supplements necessary to safely and efficiently operate the aircraft when equipped with various optional systems and equipment not provided with the standard airplane. 9.1 List of inserted supplements Suppl. Revision Date Title of inserted supplement...
  • Page 104 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS Supplement No. 01 Aircraft Flight Training Supplement Introduction r flying characteristics and behavior are similar to other single engine aircraft. Following training procedure is applicable if the pilot is holder of PPL or LSA Pilot License. The training flight hours are recommended minimum and depends on the Flight Instructor if student pilot is ready to continue on in next training step.
  • Page 105 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS (recommended): Flight training program Dual Solo Flight Training Procedure Flights Time Flights Time Check flight 30’ Pattern training flights up to 20’ 15’ 1,000 ft AGL Pattern training flights up to 20’ 15’ 500 ft AGL Stall speed, 45°turns, side slips 30’...
  • Page 106 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS Supplement No. 02 AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATION In this Supplement No. 02 – the Weight & Balance & Equipment is shown for real S/N of the aircraft. Aircraft Registration number : Aircraft Serial Number : This Supplement must be attached to the POH during airplane operation. Information in this Supplement completes or replaces information in the basic POH for the below mentioned parts only.
  • Page 107 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE WEIGHT & BALANCE REPORT Rear CG Check 6.5 C.G. range and determination 6.5.2 Aircraft C.G. determination WEIGHT MOMENT [lb] [in] (WEIGHT x ARM) WEIGHT & BALANCE REPORT EMPTY AIRCRAFT 842.3 -------- 14 450.0 WEIGHT &...
  • Page 108 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 6.9 Installed equipment list r aircraft S/N : P1102027 Instruments and Avionics Rotax 912 ULS with airbox and thermostats ASI, ALT, VSI Woodcomp KLASSIC 170/3/R Compass Airspeed indicator, Altimeter RC Allen electric turn coordinator Vertical speed indicator RC Allen directional gyro CM-24 Magnetic compass TruTrak ADI flight instrument...
  • Page 109 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 7. DESCRIPTION OF AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS 7.4 Instrument panel Cockpit Instrument panel layout of aircraft S/N: Instrument panel layout 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 1 2 3 4 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36...
  • Page 110 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS Description of instrumentation and controls in the cockpit Description of equipment and controls in the cockpit Vertical speed indicator CHT indicator Parking brake Voltmeter Electric turn coordinator Voltmeter Aileron trim indicator Ignition switch Airspeed indicator Engine hours counter Autopilot disconnection Elevator trim indicator button...
  • Page 111 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 7.12 Electrical system Circuit breakers and switches master battery MASTER BAT - transceiver switch - intercom master generator switch MASTER GEN switch ENG INSTR engine instruments - attitude indicator FLT INSTR - directional gyro switch - turn indicator - transponder AVIONICS - GPS...
  • Page 112 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 7.13 Instruments and Avionics The aircraft is equipped with instruments as follows: Airspeed indicator Altimeter Vertical speed indicator Magnetic compass CM24 Electric attitude indicator Electric directional gyor Electric turn coordinator Engine RPM indicator Oil pressure and temperature gauges Fuel pressure and quantity gauges CHT indicator Voltmeter...
  • Page 113 SECTION 9 SC-POH-1-1-17 SUPPLEMENTS 8. HANDLING AND SERVICING 8.5 Servicing operating fluids 8.5.2 Approved oil grades and specifications Type of oil used by aircrafts manufacturer: AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4 SAE: 10W-40, API: SL 8.5.3 Approved coolant grades and specifications Type of coolant used by aircrafts manufacturer: Specification: ASTM D 3306, VW TL 774C Mixture ratio coolant / water: 50/50 %...

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