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up elevator and apply maximum possible brake pressure without
sliding the tires.
CROSSWIND LANDING
When landing in a strong crosswind, use the minimum flap
setting required for the field length.
combination method of drift correction may be used, the wing-low
method gives the best control. After touchdown, hold a straight
course with the steerable nose wheel and occasional braking if
necessary.
The maximum allowable crosswind velocity is dependent upon
pilot capability rather than airplane limitations. With average pilot
technique, direct crosswinds of 15 MPH can be handled with safety.
BALKED LANDING (GO-AROUND)
In a balked landing (go-around) climb, reduce the wing flap
setting to 20
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must be cleared during the go-around climb, leave the wing flaps in
the 10
to 20
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any obstacles the flaps may be retracted as the airplane accelerates
to the normal flaps-up climb speed of 80 to 90 MPH.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
STARTING
Prior to starting on a cold morning, it is advisable to pull the
propeller through several times by hand to "break loose" or
"limber" the oil, thus conserving battery energy. In extremely cold
(0
F and lower) weather, the use of an external pre-heater and an
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external power source are recommended whenever possible to
obtain positive starting and to reduce wear and abuse to the engine
and electrical system. Pre-heat will thaw the oil trapped in the oil
cooler, which probably will be congealed prior to starting in
extremely cold temperatures.
source, the position of the master switch is important. Refer to
Section VI under GROUND SERVICE PLUG RECEPTACLE for
operating details.
Cold weather starting procedures are as follows:
immediately after full power is applied. If obstacles
range until the obstacles are cleared. After clearing
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Although the crab or
When using an external power
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