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Kit manufacturer:
Kit builder:
BRM AERO s.r.o.
LETECKÁ 255
686 04 KUNOVICE
CZECH REPUBLIC
Phone: +420 773 984 338
E-mail: info@brmaero.com
www.brmaero.com
Sport Flying USA Services
500 Airport Rd. Suite D
Lititz, PA 17543

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  • Page 1 INSERT HERE A PHOTO OF THE AIRPLANE BRM AERO s.r.o. Kit manufacturer: LETECKÁ 255 686 04 KUNOVICE CZECH REPUBLIC Phone: +420 773 984 338 E-mail: info@brmaero.com www.brmaero.com Kit builder: Sport Flying USA Services 500 Airport Rd. Suite D Lititz, PA 17543...
  • Page 2 NOTE This Aircraft Operating Instructionsis a draft which needs to be updated by the kit builder. Performance data are valid for Rotax 912 ULS engine and Fiti 3LR 158, on-ground adjustable propeller. The Sections/paragraphs to be updated at least:  Title page –...
  • Page 3 Registration: N312LM Serial Number: 312/2018 This airplane must be operated in compliance with information and limitations contained in herein. This AOI must be available on board of the airplane. Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
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  • Page 5 SECTION 0 Technical Information Record of revisions List of effective pages Table of contents Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 6 Affected Date of Date of Date Approved by Sign. Pages Issue approval inserted Petr Javorský, 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 P.Javorský Initial issue BRM Aero Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 7 List of effective pages Section Page Date of Issue Section Page Date of Issue Title 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 2-10 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017 11/2017...
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  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Section TECHNICAL INFORMATION............0 GENERAL INFORMATION ............. 1 OPERATING LIMITATIONS............2 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ............3 NORMAL PROCEDURES ............... 4 PERFORMANCE ................5 WEIGHT AND BALANCE ............... 6 AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION ........ 7 AIRPLANE HANDLING,SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..8 REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS ........
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  • Page 13: General Information

    SECTION 1 General Information Introduction 1.1.1 Certification Warnings, cautions and notes Descriptive data 1.3.1 Aircraft description 1.3.2 Power plant 1.3.3 Aircraft dimensions 1.3.4 Aircraft layout Definitions and abbreviations Summary of performance specifications Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 14 1.1.1 Certification BRISTELL LSA is a light sport category airplane made by BRM AERO s.r.o., Letecká 255, 686 04 Kunovice, Czech Republic, phone: +420 773 984 338, e-mail : info@brmaero.com based on the following airworthiness requirements: − ASTM Consensus Standards:...
  • Page 15 Warnings, cautions and notes The following definitions apply to warnings, cautions and notes in the Pilot Operating Handbook. WARNING Means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads to an immediate or important degradation of the flight safety i.e. to injury or death of persons.
  • Page 16 BRISTELL ELSA is airplane intended especially for recreational and cross- country flying, basic training, and non-aerobatics operation. BRISTELL ELSA is a single-engine, all metal, low-wing monoplane of semi- monocoque construction with two side-by-side seats. The airplane is equipped with a fixed tricycle undercarriage with steerable nose wheel.
  • Page 17 1.3.4 Aircraft layout Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 18 Definitions and abbreviations °F temperature in degree of Fahrenheit Airspeed Indicator Air Traffic Control BEACON anti-collision beacon Calibrated Airspeed Center of Gravity COMM communication transmitter EFIS Electronic Flight Instrument System Emergency Locator Transmitter Engine Monitoring System foot / feet ft/min feet per minute Global Positioning System power unit...
  • Page 19 system is switched off or control element is in off-position system is switched on or control element is in on-position Pilot Operating Handbook pound per square inch - pressure unit revolutions per minute sec. second US gal volume unit maneuvering airspeed maximum flap extended speed Visual Flight Rules Visual Meteorological Conditions...
  • Page 20 Summary of performance specifications Performance Metric units units Gross weight (Maximum take-off weight) 600 kg 1320 lb Top speed at sea level MCP: 5550 rpm 209 km/h CAS 113 KCAS Cruise speed at sea level 75%: 5000 rpm 188 km/h CAS 102 KCAS Cruise speed at sea level 65%: 4800 rpm...

  • Page 21: Operating Limitations

    SECTION 2 Operating Limitation Introduction Airspeed Airspeed indicator markings Power plant 2.4.1 Engine operating speeds and limits 2.4.2 Fuel 2.4.3 2.4.4 Coolant Power plant instrument markings Miscellaneous Instrument Marking Weight Center of gravity Approved maneuvers 2.10 Maneuvering load factors 2.11 Crew 2.12 Kinds of operation 2.13 Other limitations Date of Issue: 11/2017...
  • Page 22 Introduction Section 2 includes operating limitations, instrument markings and basic placards necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. Airspeed Airspeed limitations and their operational significance are shown below: KIAS Speed Remarks (km/h) Never exceed Do not exceed this speed in any speed...
  • Page 23 Airspeed indicator markings Airspeed indicator markings and their color-code significance are shown below: IAS value or range Marking Significance Knots km/h White 71-139 38-75 Flap Operating Range. Green Normal Operating 83-240 45-129 Range. Maneuvers must be Yellow conducted with 240-290 129-157 caution and only in smooth air.
  • Page 24 Power plant 2.4.1 Engine operating speeds and limits ROTAX 912 ULS 2 Engine Model: Bombardier-Rotax GMBH Engine Manufacturer: 100 hp at 5800 rpm, max.5 min. Max Take-off: 92.5 hp at 5500 rpm Max. Continuous: 68.4 hp at 5000 rpm Cruising: 5800 rpm, max.
  • Page 25 2.4.2 Fuel Fuel volume: Wing fuel tank volume ....2x60 l 2x16 US gal Unusable fuel quantity ....2x0.5 l 2x0.13 US gal Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 26 2.4.3 NOTE Type of oil used by aircraft manufacturer is shown in Section 10 Supplement No.2. Oil volume: Minimum ..........3.2 l 0.856 US gal Maximum ..........3.6 l 0.951 US gal Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 27 2.4.4 Coolant NOTE Type of coolant used by aircraft manufacturer is shown in Section 10 Supplement No.2. Coolant liquid volume: It is about ..........2.5 l 0.66 US gal Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 28 Power plant instrument markings Analogue engine instruments markings and their color-code significance are shown below Normal Minimum Caution Maximum Rotax 912 ULS Operating Limit Range Range 98.6 hp Range (red line) (yellow arc) (red line) (green arc) Engine speed 1400 1400-5500 5500-5800 5800...
  • Page 29 Datum: Wing leading edge between ribs No. 4 and 5, 2071 mm (81.52 in) from plane of symmetry. Approved maneuvers Airplane Category: ELSA The BRISTELL ELSA is approved for normal and below listed maneuvers:  Steep turns not exceeding 60° bank ...
  • Page 30 2.10 Maneuvering load factors Maximum positive limit load factor ..+4 g Maximum negative limit load factor ..-2 g 2.11 Crew Number of seats ........2 Minimum crew ........... 1 pilot in the left seat Minimum crew weight ......55 kg 121 lb Maximum crew weight ......

  • Page 31: Emergency Procedures

    SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Engine Failure 3.2.1 Engine failure during take-off run 3.2.2 Engine failure during take-off 3.2.3 Engine failure in flight In-flight Engine Starting Smoke and Fire 3.4.1 Fire on ground at engine starting 3.4.2 Fire on ground with engine running 3.4.3 Fire during take-off 3.4.4...
  • Page 32 3.8.7 Overvoltage 3.8.8 Inadvertent icing encounter 3.8.9 Loss of primary instruments 3.8.10 Loss of flight controls Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 33 Introduction Section 3 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. However, should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem.
  • Page 34 3.2.3 Engine failure in flight 1. Push control stick forward 2. Speed - gliding at 120 km/h (65 KIAS) 3. Altitude - below 150 ft: land in take-off direction - over 150 ft: choose a landing area 4. Wind - find direction and velocity 5.
  • Page 35 Smoke and Fire 3.4.1 Fire on ground at engine starting 1. Starter - keep in starting position 2. Fuel Selector - close 3. Throttle - full power 4. Ignition - switch off 5. Leave the airplane 6. Extinguish fire by a fire extinguisher (if available) or call for a fire- brigade if you cannot do it.
  • Page 36 3.4.4 Fire in flight 1. Heating - close 2. Fuel Selector - close 3. Throttle - full power 4. Master switch - switch off 5. Ignition - switch off after the fuel in carburetors is consumed and engine shut down 6.
  • Page 37 Glide An example of the use of gliding is in the case of engine failure 1. Speed - recommended gliding speed 120 km/h (65 KIAS) 3.5.1 Emergency descent Emergency descent means to get on the ground as quickly as possible. It is used in case of a big problem encountered in flight like engine fire, smoke in the cockpit, or any other serious problem.
  • Page 38 3.6.2 Precautionary landing A precautionary landing is generally carried out in the cases where the pilot may be disorientated, the aircraft has no fuel reserve or possibly in bad weather conditions. 1. Choose landing area, determine wind direction 2. Report your intention to land and land area location. 3.
  • Page 39 Recovery from Unintentional Spin WARNING Intentional spins are prohibited! There is no an uncontrollable tendency of the airplane to enter into a spin provided the normal piloting techniques are used. Unintentional spin recovery technique: 1. Throttle - idle 2. Lateral control - ailerons neutralized 3.
  • Page 40 Other Emergencies 3.8.1 Vibration If any forced aircraft vibrations appear, it is necessary: 1. To set engine speed to such power rating where the vibrations are lowest. 2. To land on the nearest airfield or to perform a precautionary landing according to 3.6 3.8.2 Carburetor icing...
  • Page 41 Not enough oil in oil tank - Refill oil Too hot oil - Cool down oil. 4. Carry out an unscheduled maintenance check according to Rotax 912 Maintenance Manual Line Chapt. 05-50-00 3.8.5 High oil pressure 3.8.5.1 Oil pressure above permitted range at low ambient temperatures 1.
  • Page 42 3.8.8 Inadvertent icing encounter WARNING Intentional flights under icing conditions are PROHIBITED! If icing is inadvertently encountered then: 1. Pitot heat (if installed) - ON 2. Exit icing conditions - change altitude or turn back. 3. Carb heat - pull knob to ON 4.
  • Page 43 3.8.10 Loss of flight controls Loss of control may have several reasons like a failure of the control system, jamming, disconnection, strong turbulence, unrecoverable spin, pilot disorientation, etc. If loss of a control appears e.g. due to jamming or disconnection, then some control might be still possible: Lost Action...
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  • Page 45: Normal Procedures

    SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Assembly and Disassembly Pre-flight Inspection Normal procedures 4.4.1 Before engine starting 4.4.2 Engine starting 4.4.3 Engine warm up, Engine check 4.4.4 Taxiing 4.4.5 Before take-off 4.4.6 Take-off 4.4.7 Short field take-off 4.4.8 Soft field take-off 4.4.9 Climb 4.4.10 Cruise 4.4.11 Descent...
  • Page 46 Section 4 provides checklists and recommended procedures for normal operation of the aircraft. Assembly and Disassembly Refer to the BRISTELL ELSA Maintenance and inspection procedures manual. Pre-flight Inspection Carry out the pre-flight inspection every day prior to the first flight or after airplane assembly.
  • Page 47 The manufacturer recommends carrying out the pre-flight inspection as follows: Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 48 Inspection Check List  Ignition  - OFF  Master switch - ON  Fuel gauge ind. - check fuel quantity  Master switch - OFF  Avionics - check condition  Control system - visual inspection, function, clearance, free movement up to stops - check wing flaps operation ...
  • Page 49 WARNING Physically check the fuel level before each take-off to make sure you have sufficient fuel for the planned flight. CAUTION In case of long-term parking it is recommended to turn the engine several times (Ignition LANE A, B OFF!) by turning the propeller. Always handle the blade area by the palm i.e.
  • Page 50 Normal procedures 4.4.1 Before engine starting 1. Control system - free & correct movement 2. Canopy - clean 3. Brakes - fully applied 4. Safety harness - tighten 5. Rudder pedal position - set WARNING Adjusting of rudder pedals position during flight is PROHIBITED. 4.4.2 Engine starting 1.
  • Page 51 4.4.3 Engine warm up, Engine check 4.4.3.1 Engine warm up CAUTION The engine check should be performed with the aircraft heading upwind and not on a loose terrain (the propeller may suck grit which can damage the leading edges of blades). Prior to engine check block the main wheels using chocks.
  • Page 52 4.4.5 Before take-off 1. Altimeter - set 2. Trim - set neutral position 3. Control system - check free movement 4. Cockpit canopy - closed 5. Safety harness - tighten 6. Fuel Selector - set to LEFT fuel tank NOTE Aircraft fitted with Rotax 912 ULS engine is equipped with the fuel return line going only into the left tank.
  • Page 53 WARNING The Take-off is prohibited if: - The engine is running unsteadily - The engine instruments values are beyond operational limits - The crosswind velocity exceeds permitted limits (see 5.2.8) - Autopilot (if installed)is “ON” 4.4.7 Short field take-off 1. Use all available runway 2.
  • Page 54 7. Control stick - full aft pressure during T/O run to lift off nose wheel as soon as possible. 8. As aircraft becomes airborne, level off in ground effect to accelerate No obstacle: Vy (best rate of climb) 72 KIAS (133 km/h) Obstacle: Vx (best angle of climb) 60 KIAS (111 km/h) - set to 10°...
  • Page 55 4.4.11 Descent 1. Optimum glide speed - 120 km/h (65 KIAS) CAUTION It is not advisable to reduce the engine throttle control lever to minimum on final approach and when descending from very high altitude. In such cases the engine becomes under-cooled and a loss of power may occur. Descent at increased idle (approx.
  • Page 56 4.4.15 Short field landing 1. Fuel selector - select proper tank 2. Safety harness - check that tightened 3. Approach speed - 55 KIAS (100 km/h) 4. Glide path – just enough to clear obstacle at approach end of runway 5.
  • Page 57 4.4.17 After landing 1. Engine speed - set as required for taxiing 2. Wing flaps - retract 4.4.18 Engine shutdown 1. Engine speed - idle 2. Instruments - engine instruments within limits 3. Avionics - switch off 4. Ignition - switch off 5.
  • Page 58 4.4.19 Aircraft parking and tie-down 1. Ignition check - OFF 2. Master switch check - OFF 3. Fuel selector - OFF 4. Parking brake - use it as necessary (if installed) 5. Canopy - close, lock as necessary 6. Secure the airplane NOTE It is recommended to use parking brake (if installed) for short-time parking only, between flights during a flight day.

  • Page 59: Performance

    SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE Introduction Performance 5.2.1 Airspeed indicator system calibration 5.2.2 Stall speeds 5.2.3 Take-off performance 5.2.4 Landing distances 5.2.5 Climb performance 5.2.6 Cruise 5.2.7 Endurance and Range 5.2.8 Demonstrated crosswind performance 5.2.9 Optimum glide speed 5.2.10 Ceiling Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 60 Introduction Section 5 provides data for airspeed calibration, stall speeds, take-off performance and additional information. 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 take-off weight and under ISA conditions.
  • Page 61 Performance 5.2.1 Airspeed indicator system calibration KIAS KCAS VFE, Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 62 5.2.2 Stall speeds Altitude KIAS KCAS Conditions: Wing loss Max.takeoff-off flaps pos. [km/h] [km/h] at recovery weight 600 kg Engine idle run [ft] 0° 20° Wing level stall 30° 0° Co-ordinated 20° turn 30° bank 30° Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 63 5.2.3 Take-off performance ISA Conditions CONCRETE GRASS Airport Temperature Temperature Takeoff Run Distance Takeoff Run Distance altitude tH [°C] tH [°F] [ft] over 50 ft [ft] over 50 ft H [ft] obstacle obstacle [ft] [ft] 0 ft ISA 15,0 1500 1760 2000 ft ISA 11,0...
  • Page 64 5.2.4 Landing distances ISA Conditions CONCRETE GRASS Airport Temperature Temperature Landing Run Distance over 50 Landing Run Distance over 50 tH [°C] tH [°F] altitude [ft] ft obstacle [ft] ft obstacle H [ft] [ft] [ft] 0 ft ISA 15,0 1020 2000 ft ISA 11,0 1010...
  • Page 65 5.2.5 Climb performance Climbing Climbing speed Vy Rate of speed Vx Rate of Conditions: for best rate of climb for best angle climb Maximum takeoff climb of climb power MTOW 600 kg KIAS [fpm] KIAS [fpm] [km/h] [km/h] 0 ft ISA 2000 ft ISA 4000 ft ISA 6000 ft ISA...
  • Page 66 5.2.6 Cruise 4300 rpm 4800 rpm 5000 rpm 5500 rpm KIAS 84 knots 96 knots 101 knots 112 knots KCAS 86 knots 97 knots 102 knots 113 knots 0 ft KTAS 86 knots 97 knots 102 knots 113 knots KIAS 79 knots 91 knots 96 knots 107 knots KCAS 81 knots 92 knots 97 knots 108 knots...
  • Page 67 5.2.7 Endurance and Range The table below shows fuel consumption, endurance and range. Fuel qty. = 31,7 US gal Unusable fuel = 0,3 US gal NO FUEL RESERVE CONSIDERED ! 4300 rpm 4800 rpm 5000 rpm 5500 rpm KIAS 84 knots 96 knots 101 knots 112 knots...
  • Page 68 5.2.8 Demonstrated crosswind performance Max. permitted head wind velocity for take-off and landing........20 m/s 40 knots Max. permitted cross wind velocity for take-off and landing Average pilots ..........8 m/s 15 knots Skilled pilots ........... 11 m/s 22 knots 5.2.9 Optimum glide speed Optimum glide speed........

  • Page 69: Weight And Balance

    SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Introduction Weight and Balance Record 6.2.1 Weight and Balance Report 6.2.1.1 Empty Aircraft Weight and CG 6.2.1.2 Loaded Aircraft Weight and CG 6.2.1.3 Weight and CG Blank Form Permitted payload range Operational Weight and Balance Computation 6.4.1 Airplane Loading Schedule Chart 6.4.2...
  • Page 70 Introduction This section contains the payload range within which the BRISTELL ELSA may be safely operated. Procedures for weighing the aircraft and the calculation method for establishing the permitted payload range are contained in last revision of FAA Aviation Advisory Circular AC.43.13 – 1B.
  • Page 71 Weight and Balance Record The table is intended to record continuous history of changes of equipment affecting weight and balance. Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 72 6.2.1 Weight and Balance Report 6.2.1.1 Empty Aircraft Weight and CG Actual empty weight and Aircraft CG! MAC (in): 53,8 WEIGHT MOMENT = WEIGHT x ARM ITEM (lb) (in) (lb.in) 8934.1 RIGHT MAIN WHEEL 27,6 8681,1 323.7 LEFT MAIN WHEEL 27,6 8543,3 317.7...
  • Page 73 6.2.1.2 Loaded Aircraft Weight and CG ITEM WEIGHT MOMENT = WEIGHT x ARM (lb) (in) (lb.in) 786,0 15,83 12445,1 EMPTY AIRCRAFT 23,6 PILOT 23,6 PASSENGER BAGGAGE - BEHIND 55,1 SEATS BAGGAGE - FRONT -9,8 optional) BAGGAGE - WING 24,8 LOCKERS FUEL TANKS TAKEOFF WEIGHT LOADED ACFT TOTAL MOMENT...
  • Page 74 6.2.1.3 Weight and CG Blank Form ITEM WEIGHT MOMENT = WEIGHT x ARM (lb) (in) (lb.in) RIGHT MAIN WHEEL 27,6 LEFT MAIN WHEEL 27,6 NOSE WHEEL -29,7 EMPTY WEIGHT CG (in) = EMPTY ACFT TOTAL MOMENT (lbs) (lbs.in) EMPTY AIRCRAFT CG (%MAC) = ITEM WEIGHT...
  • Page 75 Permitted payload range Actual airplane empty weight and CG! PERMITTED PAYLOAD RANGE OF BRISTELL (lb) S/N: 312/2018 Empty weight (lb): MTOW (lb): 1320,0 VOLUME (US gal) 10,0 15,0 20,0 25,0 31,7 WEIGHT (lb) 30,3 60,5 90,8 121,0 151,3 191,8 PERMITTED CREW WEIGHT (lb) NO BAGGAGE 34,6 %MAC 33,9 %MAC...
  • Page 76 Operational Weight and Balance Computation An important part of preflight planning is to determine that the aircraft is loaded so its weight and CG location are within the allowable limits. This is possible by using hereafter explained Loading graph method, using weights, arms, and moment indexes.
  • Page 77 If YES, then the flight may be safely performed as regards weight and balance. If NOT, then it is necessary to change weight of some of the useful load items (crew, fuel, baggage) so that after a repeated computation the intersection of Take-off Weight and Total Static Moment will be inside the CG Moment envelope.
  • Page 78 BRM Aero NG5 Weight and Balance Calculator N312LM Max Zero Fuel Weight 1320 Max Gross Weight 1320 Max Landing Weight 1320 CG Aft Limit 18.6 inches CG Forward Limit 1320 13.3 inches CG Forward Limit 1320 13.3 inches Baggage Comp. Limit...
  • Page 79 6.4.1 Airplane Loading Schedule Chart BRISTELL LSA Aircraft Type/Model: Airplane S/N: 312/2018 Registration: N312LM LOADING SCHEDULE CHART SAMPLE AIRCRAFT YOUR AIRCRAFT 312/2018 # ITEM WEIGHT LIMIT WEIGHT MOMENT/100 WEIGHT MOMENT/100 [lb] [lb] [in] [lb.in] [lb] [in] [lb.in] 1. Einpty aeroplane 771,6 15,1 116,3...
  • Page 80 6.4.2 Table of static moments Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 6-11...
  • Page 81 6.4.3 Airplane loading graph Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 6-12...
  • Page 82 6.4.4 CG Moment envelope Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 6-13...
  • Page 83 6.4.5 CG limits Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 6-14...
  • Page 84 Equipment list Equipment list of BRISTELL ELSA S/N 312/2018 (At Build): 1. 12V/5V socket behind seats 2. 12V/5V socket on instrument panel 3. 2 map pockets 4. 3-pos.adjustable rudder pedals 5. 4-point safety belts 6. Aileron electric trim 7. Arm rest box 8.
  • Page 85 36. Garmin GSU 25 ADHRS (2x) Garmin GNC 255 NAV/COMM 37. GARMIN GTN 650 GPS/NAV/COM 38. Garmin GTP 59 Temperature Probe 39. Garmin GTR 20 remote-mount comm radio 40. Garmin GTX 45R mode S transponder with ADS-B out 41. Key switch box 42.

  • Page 86: Airplane And Systems Description

    SECTION 7 AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION Introduction Airframe Control system Landing gear Seats and safety harness Baggage compartment Canopy Power plant 7.8.1 Throttle 7.8.2 Heating Fuel system 7.10 Electrical system 7.10.1 Battery 7.10.2 Master switch 7.10.3 Ignition Switch 7.11 Pitot and static pressure system 7.12 Miscellaneous equipment 7.13 Instruments and Avionics 7.14 Cockpit...
  • Page 87 Introduction This section provides description and operation of the aircraft and its systems. Airframe All-metal construction, single curvature metal skins riveted to stiffeners. Construction is of 6061-T6 aluminium sheet metal riveted to aluminium angles with Avex rivets. This high strength aluminium alloy construction provides long life and low maintenance costs thanks to its durability and corrosion resistance characteristics.
  • Page 88 Landing gear Tricycle landing gear with the steerable nose wheel. Main landing gear uses two fiberglass spring elements. Seats and safety harness Side-by-side seating. Seat cushions are removable to make easier cleaning and drying. Four point safety belts provided to each seat. Optional, is additional seat upholstery to raise the small pilot or move him forward.
  • Page 89 Power plant Engine: ROTAX 912 ULS S engine 98.6 hp is installed. Rotax 912 ULS is 4-stroke, 4 cylinder, horizontally opposed, spark ignition engine with one central camshaft-push-rod-OHV. Liquid cooled cylinder heads, ram air cooled cylinders. Dry sump forced lubrication. Dual contactless capacitor discharge ignition. The engine is fitted with an electric starter, AC generator and mechanical fuel pump.
  • Page 90 Fuel system Wing tanks volume: ......2x60 l 2x16 US gallons Each tank is equipped with a vent outlet and screen filter. Drain valve located in the lowest point of the each tank and on the bottom edge of the firewall, on the gascolator. Main fuel selector valve is on the central console in the cockpit.
  • Page 91 7.10 Electrical system 7.10.1 Battery The battery is mounted on the forward side of the firewall. 7.10.2 Master switch Master switch connects the electrical system to the 12 Volt battery and charger/coils, controlled by the regulator. See Engine Manual for electrical system details.
  • Page 92 7.12 Miscellaneous equipment BRISTELL ELSA S/N 312/2018 is fitted with (At Build): 1. 12V/5V socket behind seats, on the instrument panel 2. 2 map pockets 3. 3-pos.adjustable rudder pedals 4. 4-point safety belts 5. Aileron+elevator electric trim 6. Arm rest box 7.
  • Page 93 7.13 Instruments and Avionics BRISTELL ELSA S/N 312/2018 is fitted with (At Build): Flight Instruments: 1. Garmin G5 EFIS + Backup battery 2. Garmin G3X flight display system including: − Garmin GDU 460 display − Garmin GDU 460 display − Garmin GMU 22 Magnetometer −...
  • Page 94 7.14 Cockpit 7.14.1 Cockpit layout BRISTELL ELSA, S/N 312/2018 has the following cockpit layout: INSERT HERE A TOP VIEW OF THE COCKPIT Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 95 7.14.2 Instrument panel BRISTELL ELSA, S/N 312/2018 has the following instrument panel arrangement: INSERT HERE A VIEW ON THE AIRPLANE INSTRUMENT PANEL Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 7-10...
  • Page 96 SECTION 8 Airplane handling, servicing and maintenance Introduction Aircraft inspection periods Aircraft alterations or repairs Ground handling 8.4.1 Towing 8.4.2 Parking 8.4.3 Mooring 8.4.4 Jacking 8.4.5 Road transport Cleaning and care Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 97 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. 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 98 8.4.2 Parking It is advisable to park the airplane inside a hangar or alternatively inside any other suitable space (garage) with stable temperature, good ventilation, low humidity and dust-free environment. It is necessary to moor the airplane when it is parked outside a hangar. Also when parking for a long time, cover the cockpit canopy, possibly the whole airplane by means of a suitable tarpaulin.
  • Page 99 − By holding the fuselage rear section under a bulkhead the fuselage rear may be raised and then supported under that bulkhead. − To lift up a wing, push from underneath that wing only at the main spar area. Do not lift up a wing by handling the wing tip. 8.4.5 Road transport The aircraft may be transported after loading on a suitable car trailer.
  • Page 100 SECTION 9 REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS Limitation placards Miscellaneous placards and markings Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 101 Limitation placards The airplane must be placarded with: − All fuses − Ignition switches − Choke − Starter − Trim: Nose heavy, Tail heavy − Flaps: 0°, 10°, 20°, 30° − Maximum rear baggage weight 15 kg (33 lb) − Maximum weight in each wing locker 20 kg (44 lb), if installed −...
  • Page 102 Passenger warning for LSA category aeroplanes. Located on the instrument panel. Passenger notice for LSA category aeroplanes. Located on the instrument panel. Operation limitation. Located on the instrument panel. Operation limitation. Located on the instrument panel. Main baggage compartment behind the seats.
  • Page 103 Maximum Takeoff Weight Limitation. 600 kg (1320 lb) limit for Light sport aeroplanes. Located on the instrument panel or fuselage side. Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US...
  • Page 104 Miscellaneous placards and markings Wing flap root area Areas to avoid pushing on them. Wing trailing edge, control surfaces trailing edges, etc. Located on wing upper skin around the fuel tank filler neck. Throttle and Choke placard located on the Throttle-choke quadrant.
  • Page 105 Located on the top of the canopy inside. Located on the lever between seats. If BRS rescue system is installed: Placard located on the both sides of fuselage between canopy and rear window Placard located in place rocket egress Located on both sides of the fuselage tail where are located static ports.
  • Page 106 SECTION 10 SUPPLEMENTS 10.1 Introduction 10.2 List of inserted supplements 10.3 Inserted Supplements Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 10-1...
  • Page 107 10.1 Introduction 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. Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 10-2...
  • Page 108 10.2 List of inserted supplements Suppl. Date Title of inserted supplement 07/2011 01/2011 Aircraft Flight Training Supplement 11/2017 Description of the aircraft S/N 312/2018 Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 10-3...
  • Page 109 10.3 Inserted Supplements Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - Document No.: ELSA-AOI-2-1-0-US 10-4...
  • Page 110 SUPPLEMENT No. 01/2011 Aircraft Flight Training Supplement The BRISTELL LSA flying characteristics and behavior are similar to single engine aircraft. Following training procedure is applicable if the pilot is holder of UL, 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 111 Flight training program - recommended Dual Solo Flight Training Procedure Flights hr/min Flights hr/min 30’ Check flight Pattern training flights up to 20’ 15’ 1000 ft AGL Pattern training flights up to 20’ 15’ 500 ft AGL Stall speed, 45°turns, side slips 30’...
  • Page 112 Flight Training Procedure - description 1. Check flight – Student Pilot will fly the airplane in local flight, instructor is giving advice as necessary. 2. Pattern training flights up to 1000 feet AGL - high pattern procedures, instructor is giving advice as necessary. 3.
  • Page 114 SUPPLEMENT No. 02 AIRCRAFT DESCRIPTION N312LM Registration: 312/2018 Serial number: This Supplement must be contained in the Aircraft Operating Instructions during operation of the airplane. Information contained in this Supplement add or replace information from the basic Aircraft Operating Instructions in the further mentioned parts only. Limitations, procedures and information not mentioned in this Supplement are contained in the basic Aircraft Operating Instructions.
  • Page 115 TECHNICAL INFORMATION This Supplement adds information necessary for airplane operation with equipment installed in the airplane BRISTELL ELSA of S/N 312/2018. Record of revisions No changes. GENERAL INFORMATION No changes. OPERATING LIMITATION 2.4.3 Type of oil: Aeroshell Oil Sport Plus 4 Aircraft Manufacturer uses: Aeroshell OIL SPORT PLUS 4 2.4.4...

  • Page 116: Airplane Handling,Servicing And Maintenance

    PERFORMANCE No changes. WEIGHT AND BALANCE No changes. AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION No changes. AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE No changes. REQUIRED PLACARDS AND MARKINGS No changes. Date of Issue: 11/2017 Revision: - 3 of 3...

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