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AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION
Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite
Antares MA-35 R912 CargoLite
AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION (AOI)
Manufactured by Antares USA
www.antares-us.com
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  • Page 1 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Antares MA-35 R912 CargoLite AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION (AOI) Manufactured by Antares USA www.antares-us.com ____________________________________________________...

  • Page 2: Amendment Record Sheet

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET Amendment Date Affected Section Affected page Date Inspected Signature...
  • Page 3 The amendment should be logged and recorded in the table above by the owner. The data and information contained in this document is the property of Antares USA LLC. This document may not be reproduced or transmitted to a third party in any form or by any means. Any unauthorized copy or distribution is illegal as per international agreement relating to property rights.
  • Page 4 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite WARNING THE OWNER AND OPERATOR MUST UNDERSTAND THAT DUE TO INHERENT RISK INVOLVED IN FLYING AN AIRCRAFT, NO WARRANTY IS MADE OR IMPLIED, OF ANY KIND, AGAINST ACCIDENTS, WHICH CANNOT BY LAW BE EXCLUDED.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 6 2. GENERAL INFORMATION ………………………………………………..............6 3. LIMITATIONS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...10 4. ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION ………………………………………………………... 13 5. PREPARE AIRCRAFT FOR FLIGHT ……………………………………..............21 6. ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT FLYING ………………………………………………………………………………...24 7.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 1. INTRODUCTION. The Antares MA-35 R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the design standard specified by the ASTM consensus standard body for weight shift control aircraft. The design requirements are detailed in ASTM document F 2317/F 2317M.
  • Page 7 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 2.3 General dimensions.
  • Page 8 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite DIMENSIONS METRIC IMPERIAL Wing span 29.5 Wing area sq m sq ft Aspect ratio Wing weight (without bag) Wing length (packed) 5.8 m 19.0 ft Wing length (short packed) 4.4 m 14.4 ft Trike width 1.93...
  • Page 9 The front wheel is large 355 mm diameter, 160 mm wide tire mounted on 6-inch rim. The rear wheels are TUNDRA (800x6) type big tires with hydraulic disk brakes. All rims, and brake system used on Antares trike is equipped by MATCO manufacturer, USA.

  • Page 10: Engine Limitations

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 3. LIMITATIONS. 3.1 General. The limitations section of this AOI outlines the various operating limitations, instrument function and placards necessary for the safe operation of this aircraft, engine and standard equipment. 3.2 Airspeed limitation.
  • Page 11 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite WARNING THIS IS A NON-CERTIFIED AIRCRAFT ENGINE. THE POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE FAILURE EXISTS AT ALL TIMES. DO NOT OPERATE AIRCRAFT OVER TERRAIN WHERE A SAFE, “POWER OFF” LANDING CANNOT BE PERFORMED. 3.3.2 Fuel.
  • Page 12 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 3.5.2 Maneuvering limits. WARNING ALL AEROBATIC MANEUVERS INCLUDING WHIP STALL, LOOPS, STALLED SPIRAL DESCENTS, SPINS AND ANY NEGATIVE G MANEUVERS ARE PROHIBITED. Aerobatic maneuvers including stalls, stalled spiral descents and negative G maneuvers are not permitted.

  • Page 13: Ultralight Aircraft & Systems Description

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite CAUTION MOISTURE ON THE WING CAN INCREASE STALL SPEED AND SHOULD BE REMOVED PRIOR TO TAKEOFF. 4. ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION. 4.1 General. This section provides descriptions of the ultralight and its systems as well as methods of operation where appropriate.
  • Page 14 Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Front fork installation view. 4.3 In-flight electrical trim mechanism operation is optional. Antares MA-35 R912 Cargolite aircraft can be equipped with an electrical trim mechanism which allows adjustment of aircraft speed in flight. ELECTRICAL TRIM MECHANISM SPECIFICATION: 9 –...
  • Page 15 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite NOTE. For takeoff and landing adjust the electrical trim mechanism so the distance between the rear edge of the hang block and its very aft position is 25-30 mm. The electrical trim mechanism has automatic stops for forward and aft travel.
  • Page 16 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.4 Instrument panel. The Antares MA-35 R912 Cargolite trike is equipped with standard flight and engine control instruments, front LED lamps, and red and green position lights (optionaly). Standard instrument panel. Air speed indicator.
  • Page 17 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.5 Occupants restraint harness. Both front and rear seats are fitted with a restraint harness system. Seat belt harness, and rear seat arm supports view. WARNING ALWAYS FASTEN YOUR SEAT BEALTS BEFORE FLIGHT...
  • Page 18 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.6 Engine. The power unit is a Rotax 912 UL 80hp or Rotax 912 ULS 100hp 4-stroke engine designed and built by Rotax- Bombardier, Austria. The engine is fitted with a gearbox which delivers smooth thrust via a reduction drive.
  • Page 19 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.7 Brake system. MATCO hydraulic disk brakes on rear wheels installation view. Brake master cylinder installation view. Foot brake and parking brake system installation view.
  • Page 20 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.8 Dual steering control system. The dual steering control system allows operation of the aircraft from the rear seat. This system allows steering while taxing and control of the engine throttle. The dual control steering system is a crossbar tube assy which is mounted to the trike base tube under the front of the seat frame.
  • Page 21 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 4.9 Antares MA-35 R912 Cargolite trike electrical system diagram.
  • Page 22 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Electrical diagram description: – engine oil temperature gauge. – engine oil pressure gauge. – engine cylinder temperature gauge. – tachometer gauge. – hour meter gauge. – charge-indicating lamp (3W/12V). – hour meter external rectifier-regulator.

  • Page 23: Prepare Aircraft For Flight

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 5. PREPARE AIRCRAFT FOR FLIGHT. 5.1 General. Depending on the purposes of flight it is necessary to work out the flight tasks prior each flight. 1). Prepare flight maps if necessary and study the flight conditions.
  • Page 24 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Trailing edge sail condition good, no tears. Reflex bridle/luff lines secure. (NOT applicable for Stingray XS12 wing). Haul-back cable secured on back of the wing keel. Bracket in good shape. Continue to Left Wing Trailing edge sail condition good, no tears.
  • Page 25 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 5.3 Before starting engine. Safety is everyone’s business. There are important safety tips in this AOI. Keep a good lookout, be thoughtful and always show your intentions prior to starting. Prior to flight a thorough preflight inspection of the ultralight aircraft should be carried out.

  • Page 26: Ultralight Aircraft Flying

    Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 5.5 Helmet recommendation. The open cockpit of the Antares trike exposes the occupants to the elements and foreign objects during flight. Helmets and eye protection are recommended for occupants for protection from precipitation, insect strikes, and airborne particulates.
  • Page 27 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite When taxiing in strong wind conditions the following procedures apply: 1). Headwind conditions require the nose of the wing to be lowered just below the trim position. 2). Downwind conditions require the nose of the wing to be raised just above the trim position.
  • Page 28 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 6.6 Cruise. After desired flight altitude is reached, maintain level (horizontal) flight. The hand throttle can be used to set engine rpm for horizontal flight. To return to the foot throttle operation, bring the hand throttle lever back to idle.

  • Page 29: Emergency Procedures

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 6.9 After landing. Foot throttle OFF. Hand throttle OFF. Ignition OFF. Electrical starter switches OFF. Seatbelts unlatched. Pilot exits first. Help passenger exit if necessary. Wing tied properly to the compression strut, upwind wing tip down.
  • Page 30 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Force landing (straight ahead if possible). WARNING If a minimum altitude of 496 feet (150 m) could not be obtained, immediately pull the control bar in; gain and maintain a speed close to best glide speed while seeking a place to land immediately in front to you.
  • Page 31 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite Forced landing. After landing release seat belt. Release passenger seat belt. Evacuate ultralight. 7.8 On Ground Engine Fire. For fire occurring while in motion on the ground proceed as follows: Maintain control and use remaining speed to clear people, other aircraft and buildings.

  • Page 32: Performance

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 7.12 Ignition Circuit Failure. The Rotax engine requires a short circuit on the ignition circuit to stop the engine. If the ignition circuit is broken use full choke to flood the engine which should stop the engine.
  • Page 33 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 5). Air temperature above 15 deg. C (60 deg. F). 6). Runway elevation above sea level. The pilot is required to take into account the effect of the above when determining takeoff distance.

  • Page 34: Handling Service And Maintenance

    Initial capacity of the gas tank is 85 liters (22.5 gal). The Antares MA-35 has a single fuel tank. When the tank is being filled there may be a slight pressure differential between the sides of the tank, causing the fuel cap side to fill slightly faster than the other side. Allow time for the breather valves to equalize the pressure to allow complete filling and check that both sides are sufficiently full.
  • Page 35 Rotax Service bulletin SB-912-043, pg # 1. Some Antares trikes will have a silicate free type-high quality and long-life antifreeze coolant (which is yellow), installed in the radiator. This coolant must be changed to the newly recommended coolant. The directive requires that the new coolant be used, and a sticker be placed on the coolant cap, which prohibits the use of water in the coolant system.

  • Page 36: Transportation And Storage

    AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION Antares MA-35R912 Stingray XS12 CargoLite 9.10 Tire Inflation. The recommended tire inflation pressure is 1.2 Bar (17.5 psi) for all three tires. Check tire pressures regularly. Check tire pressure in the beginning of the day that you are going to fly. Check tires for wear, cuts, bruises, slippage and other defects.
  • Page 37 AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTION ANTARES MA-34 MR-912 BEAVER...

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