Summary of Contents for AVEKO Evolution VL-3E-1
- Page 1 Pilot Operating Handbook for aeroplane VL-3E-1 Registration number : Serial number : VL-3- Date :...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 0. Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................2 General ................................5 Introduction ............................. 5 Warnings, cautions and notes ....................... 5 Descriptive data............................6 1.3.1 Aeroplane description ........................6 1.3.2 Basic Technical data ........................7 Two-view drawing..........................8 Limitations .............................. - Page 3 VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Normal procedures ............................ 21 Introduction ............................21 Pre-flight inspection ..........................21 Normal procedures ..........................23 4.3.1 Before entering cockpit ....................... 23 4.3.2 After entering cockpit ......................... 23 4.3.3 Before engine starting and starting of engine ................23 4.3.4 Engine warm up, engine check ....................
- Page 4 VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 7.12 Pitotstatic system ........................... 36 7.13 Miscellaneous equipment ........................36 7.14 Avionics ..............................36 Aeroplane handling, servicing and maintenance .................. 37 Introduction ............................37 Aeroplane inspection periods......................37 Aeroplane alterations or repairs ......................37 Ground handling / Road transport ....................37 8.4.1 Towing ............................
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Page 5: General
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 1. General Introduction This Pilot Operating Handbook provides information useful for the safe and efficient operation of VL-3E-1 Evolution aeroplane. It also contains supplemental data supplied by the aeroplane manufacturer. Warnings, cautions and notes The following definitions apply to warnings, cautions and notes in the flight manual. date of issue: 5/40... -
Page 6: Descriptive Data
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Descriptive data 1.3.1 Aeroplane description VL-3E-1 Evolution aeroplane is intended for recreational and cross-country flying. It is not approved for aerobatic operation. VL-3E-1 Evolution is a single engine, composite aeroplane with two side-by-side seats. The aeroplane is equipped with retractable tricycle landing gear with a steerable nose wheel. The fuselage is a carbon shell with carbon/kevlar seats integrated The wing is a monospar construction with a sandwich skin composed of two layers of carbon and special foam. -
Page 7: Basic Technical Data
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 1.3.2 Basic Technical data Wing span …………………………………………… 8.44 m area of wing …………………………………… 9.8 m M.A.C. …………………………………………. 1,236 m loading …………………………………………. 46 kg/m Ailerons area ……………………………………………... 0.207 m Flaps area ……………………………………………… 0.8 m Fuselage length ..…………………………………………… 6.2 m width …………………………………………….. -
Page 8: Two-View Drawing
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Two-view drawing date of issue: 8/40... -
Page 9: Limitations
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Limitations Introduction Section 2 includes Operating limitations, instrument markings, and basic placards necessary for safe operation of the aeroplane, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. Airspeed limits Airspeed limitations and their operational significance are shown below: Airspeed Remarks [km/h]... -
Page 10: Powerplant
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Powerplant Engine Manufacturer : Bombardier-Rotax GMBH Engine Model : Rotax 912 ULS Power : Max. Take – off : 73.5 kW / 100 hp Max. Continuous : 69 kW / 95 hp in 5500 rpm Cruising : 66 kW / 90 hp in 4800 rpm Engine RPM : Max. -
Page 11: Engine Instrument Markings
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Engine instrument markings Normal Minimum Caution Maximum Function Operating Limit Range Range Range Engine 1400 1400-5500 5500-5800 5800 speed (RPM) Cylinder Head 74-110 100-110 Temperature (CHT) [°C] 88-110 110-130 Temperature [°C] 7,0 cold 2,0 – 5,0 5,0 –... -
Page 12: Weight
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Weight Empty weight (standard equipment) ….…………….. xxxx kg Max. take-off weight ………..………………………..… 472.5 kg Max landing weight …………..………………………... 472.5 kg Max. baggage weight ………..…………………………. 15 kg Centre of gravity Empty aeroplane C.G. position (undercarriage retracted)…... xxxx %MAC Empty aeroplane C.G. -
Page 13: Crew
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 2.11 Crew Numer of seats………………………………………… minimum crew weight ……………………………… 65 kg maximum crew weight ……………………………… see. 6.2 Warning Never exceed Maximum Take-off Weight 2.12 Kinds of operation Day VFR flights only. Instruments and equipment for VFR flights: 1 Airspeed indicator (marked according to 2.3) 1 Altimeter 1 Vertical speed indicator... -
Page 14: Limitation Placards
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 2.15 Limitation placards Caution The owner (aeroplane operating agency) of this aeroplane is responsible for placards readability during aeroplane service life. EMPTY WEIGHT xxxx KG MAX.TAKE-OFF WEIGHT 472,5 KG MIN.CREW WEIGHT 65,0 KG MAX. BAGGAGE WEIGHT 15,0 KG Caution The owner (aeroplane operating agency) of... -
Page 15: Emergency Procedures
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 3. Emergency procedures Introduction Section 3 provides checklist and amplified procedures for coping with emergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by aeroplane or engine malfunctions are extremely rare if proper pre-flight inspections and maintenance are practised. However, should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem. -
Page 16: Smoke And Fire
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Smoke and fire 3.3.1 Fire on ground 1. Fuel valve - off 2. Throttle - close 3. Master switch - off 4. Ignition - off 5. Abandon the aeroplane 6. Extinguish fire if possible or call fire department. 3.3.2 Fire during take-off 1. -
Page 17: Landing Emergencies
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Landing emergencies 3.5.1 Emergency landing An emergency landing may be carried out due to engine failure and when the engine cannot be restarted. 1. Speed - 100 km/h (55 kts) 2. Trim - trim the aeroplane 3. -
Page 18: Landing With Landing Gear In Retracted Position
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 3.5.5 Landing with landing gear in retracted position 1. Approach - normal 2. Touch down - touch down with minimum speed. 3.5.6 Landing gear emergency extension Landing gear controler: (1) – „Reset“ button (2) – Three red lights for „GEAR UP“ position (3) –... -
Page 19: Recovery From Unintentional Spin
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Recovery from unintentional spin There is no tendency of spontaneous uncontrollable spin entry if normal pilot techniques are used. Warning Intentional spins are prohibited ! Should an inadvertent spin occur, the following recovery procedure should be used: 1. -
Page 20: Tranceiver Communication Failure
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 3.7.5 Tranceiver communication failure In the case of radio communication failure follow next steps: 1. Check power supply – status of fuse. 2. Check communication with another ATC. 3. In the case of no communication set tranceiver to 7600 (ICAO worldwide emergency code) to inform ATC, that your transceiver is out of order. -
Page 21: Normal Procedures
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 4. Normal procedures Introduction Section 4 provides checklist and amplified procedures for the conduct of normal operation. Pre-flight inspection The pre-flight inspection is very important because an incomplete or careless inspection could allow aeroplane failure. The following pre-flight inspection procedure is recommended by the aeroplane manufacturer: ... - Page 22 VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Fuselage rear Surface condition Vertical tail unit Surface and controls condition Play Free movement Horizontal tail units Surface and controls condition Attachment Play Free movement check if the elevator control is correctly connected see item 5.
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Page 23: Normal Procedures
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Normal procedures 4.3.1 Before entering cockpit 1. Aeroplane surface - check of covers and caps 2. Cockpit - items inside the cockpit 3. Ignition - off 4. Master switch - off 4.3.2 After entering cockpit 1. Rudder control - free movement check 2. -
Page 24: Engine Warm Up, Engine Check
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 4.3.4 Engine warm up, engine check 1. Lock the main wheels by means of wheel chocks before engine check. Refer to the Engine Manual for warming. 2. Set max. power. 3. Check acceleration from idling to max. power. If necessary cool the engine prior to its shutdown. -
Page 25: Climb
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 4.3.7 Climb 1. Throttle - maximal continuous power 2. Speed - 140 km/h (75 kts) 3. Trim - adjust as needed to reduce stick pressure 4. Landing gear - up see 4.3.8. Max.speed for open landing gear is 150 km/h (80 kts) 5. -
Page 26: Cruise
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 4.3.9 Cruise The aeroplane flight characteristics are very forgiving within permitted limits of airspeeds, configurations and C/G range. The aeroplane can be controlled very easily. Refer to the Section 5 par. 5.3.1. 4.3.10 Descent Throttle - idling ... -
Page 27: Balked Landing Or „Go Around
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 4.3.15 Balked landing or „go around“ 1. Throttle - full 2. Engine speed - 5700 rpm 3. Flaps - set at the "15°" position at a speed of 90 km/h (50 kts) 4. Trim - as necessary 5. -
Page 28: Performance
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 5. Performance Introduction Section 5 provides approved data for airspeed calibration, stall speeds and take-off performance and additional information. The data in the charts has been computed from actual flight tests with the aeroplane and engine in good condition and using average piloting techniques. -
Page 29: Stall Speeds
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 5.2.2 Stall speeds Stall Flaps position Engine Stalling Speed Power [km/h] [km/h] RETRACTED idling "TAKE-OFF“ idling "LANDING“ idling 5.2.3 Take-off performance Take-off distances stated in the following table are valid at sea level. Take-off run Take-off distance over distance 15 m obstacle Grass... -
Page 30: Additional Information
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Additional information 5.3.1 Cruise Economy Max. Max. Take-Off Regime Cruise Continuous Power Power Time unlimited unlimited max. 5 min. limitation Engine speed 4300 5500 5800 Manifold pressure 27.5 [inHg] [km/h] 5.3.2 Demonstrated crosswind performance Max. permitted cross wind velocity for take-off and landing 5 m/s (10 kts) Max. -
Page 31: Weight And Balance
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 6. Weight and balance Introduction This sections contains the payload range within which the VL-3 Evolution aeroplane may be safely operated. Procedure of weighting the empty aeroplane is showen in the VL-3 Maintenance Manual – chapter 1.5 Aeroplane empty weight and centre of gravity. Permitted payload range 6.2.1 Weight limitations... - Page 32 VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook C.G. position bsat 0.725 1467 17.1 1236 0.725 1467 443.6 ×100 = ×100 = 28%b xt =...
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Page 33: Aeroplane And Systems Description
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 7. Aeroplane and Systems Description Introduction This section provides description and operation of the aeroplane and its system. Refer to Section 9, Supplements, for details of optional systems and equipment. Airframe VL-3 Evolution airframe is all-carbonfibre monocoque construction. For more information see VL-3 aeroplane Maintenance Manual. -
Page 34: Instrument Panels And Controls In The Cockpit
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Instrument panels and controls in the cockpit Efis – Garmin GDU 460 14 Landing gear controler 27 Constant speed unit Aispeed indicator 15 Fuses 28 Parachute rescue system Altimeter 16 Circuit breakers 29 Main tank fuel selector Transceiver 17 Airspeed limits 30 Choke control... -
Page 35: Landing Gear
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Landing gear The aeroplane has a tricycle retractable landing gear with a nose wheel. The main fibreglass legs, main wheel size 350x100, hydraulically operated brakes. The steer able nose wheel of 300 x 100 size has a shock absorber and is controlled by the rudder pedals. -
Page 36: Electrical System
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 7.10 Electrical system Complete electric documenation you can find in the „Aeroplane electric documentation“ 7.11 Hydraulic system The hydraulic system of aircraft consist of hydraulic power unit, 3 hydraulic actuators, 3 hydraulic locks, 2 throttle-valves, emergency hand pump and hydraulic hoses. The hydraulic system is filled with hydraulic liquid Shell Aerofluid 41. -
Page 37: Aeroplane Handling, Servicing And Maintenance
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 8. Aeroplane handling, servicing and maintenance Introduction This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and servicing of the aeroplane. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must be followed if the aeroplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability. It is wise to follow a planned schedule of lubrication and preventive maintenance based on climatic and flying conditions encountered. -
Page 38: Tying-Down
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 8.4.3 Tying-Down The aeroplane is usually tied-down after a flight day or when needed. The tying-down is necessary to protect the aeroplane against possible damage caused by wind gusts. For this reason is the aeroplane equipped by 2 tying lugs on the wing tips. Procedure of tying-down: 1. -
Page 39: Supplements
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook 9. Supplements Introduction This section contains the appropriate supplements necessary to safely and efficiently operate the aeroplane when equipped with various optional systems and equipment not provided with the standard aeroplane. List of inserted supplements Date Title of inserted supplement date of issue: 39/40... -
Page 40: Supplements Inserted
VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook Supplements inserted date of issue: 40/40...
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