DA20-C1 PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK

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AYJET ATO
DA20-C1

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PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK
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0.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

0.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................ 3

0.2 RECORD OF REVISION ..................................................... 7
0.3 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES ............................................... 9
1 GENERAL INFORMATION................................................ 11
2 LIMITATIONS ................................................................. 11
A. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS..................................................... 11
B. POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS .............................................. 12
C. FUEL ................................................................................. 15
D. MASS................................................................................. 16
E. APPROVED MANOEUVERS ................................................... 16
F. MANOEUVERING LOAD FACTORS ........................................... 16
G. KIND OF OPERATION ......................................................... 17
H. TEMPERATURE ................................................................... 17
I. CANOPY LOCKING MECHANISM .............................................. 18
3 NORMAL PROCEDURES .................................................. 21
A. PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION ................................................... 21
B. BEFORE START .................................................................. 26
C. ENGINE START .................................................................. 30
D. AFTER ENGINE START ........................................................ 32
E. TAXIING ............................................................................ 41
F. BEFORE TAKE-OFF ................................................................. 42
G. TAKE-OFF .......................................................................... 43
H. CLIMB ............................................................................... 44
I. CRUISE: ................................................................................ 44

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J. DESCENT............................................................................... 45
K. APPROACH......................................................................... 45
L. ON FINAL .......................................................................... 46
M. GO AROUND ...................................................................... 46
N. LANDING ........................................................................... 46
O. AFTER LANDING ................................................................ 47
P. ENGINE SHUT-DOWN ............................................................. 47

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0.2 RECORD OF REVISION

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INTRODUCTION
This document includes general information, operating limitations, instrument
markings, checklist and amplified procedures necessary for conducting normal
and safe operation of DA-20 C1, its engine, standard systems and standard
equipment.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
DA-20 C1 is a Very Light Airplane (VLA), with two seats (side-by-side), a single
engine with a 2-blades fixed pitch propeller, a tricycle fixed undercarriage, and a
composite structure with a conventional low wing design.

2 LIMITATIONS
A. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS

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B. POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS

ENGINE:
DA20-C1 airplane are equipped with the Continental IO-240-B engine. The
IO-240-B is;
 A fuel injected, 4 cylinders, 4 stroke engine with horizontally opposed,
air cooled cylinders and heads.
 The ignition is turned on by turning the key to position BOTH. The
starter is operated by turning the switch against the spring loaded
start position.
 If the optional Push-to-Start ignition switch is installed, then an
additional “PUSH” action is required after the ignition switch is turned
to the START position to start the aircraft.
 The engine is shut off by moving the mixture control to the idle cutoff
position then turning the ignition switch to the off position.

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 AYJET owned DA20-C1s are not equipped with an optional altitude

compensating fuel pump. It is necessary to manually lean the mixture
with altitude.
Engine Operating Limitations Max. T/O Power (5 min.): 125 BHP / 93.2 kW
Max. Permissible T/O RPM: 2800 RPM Max.
Max. Continuous Power: 125 BHP / 93.2 kW at 2800 RPM
Permissible Continuous RPM: 2800 RPM
Engine Controls;
The Mixture, Throttle, and Alternate Air Control levers are grouped together
in the center console. The tension/friction for the controls can be adjusted
using the friction knob located on the right side of the center console.
When operating at full throttle, the mixture must be set at FULL RICH. This
applies to take-off, balked landings and climb.
When operating at reduced throttle settings, other than steady state cruise,
the mixture should always be set to FULL RICH. This applies to maneuvers
(e.g.: stalls, spins, slow flight), descents, landing approaches, after landing
and while taxiing.
Oil pressure:
Minimum: 10 psi (1.5 bar)
Maximum: 100 psi (6.9 bar) Ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) Full
power operation oil pressure 70 psi max
Normal Operating: 30 psi (2.1 bar) to 60 psi (4.1 bar)
Oil temperature:
Minimum: 75°F (24°C) Full power operation, oil temperature normal 100°F
(38°C)
Maximum: 240°F (115°C)
CHT (Cylinder head temperature):
Maximum: 460°F (238°C)
Minimum: 240°F (115°C) takeoff

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Engine instruments markings:

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C. FUEL
AVGAS 100 LL or 100
Total Fuel Quantity: 24.5 US gal. (93.0 liters)
Usable Fuel: 24.0 US gal. (91.0 liters)
Unusable Fuel: 0.5 US gal. (2.0 liters)
Electrical Fuel Pump:
The DA20-C1 is equipped with an electric fuel pump. This pump emits
an audible whine when it is switched on.
Fuel Prime:
The pump's high speed setting is used for priming the engine prior to
engine start. The prime setting is selected by turning the FUEL PRIME
switch ON. An amber annunciator indicates that FUEL PRIME ON is
selected (Glass cockpit).
NOTE:
Turning the priming pump on while the engine is running will enriches
the mixture considerably. Although the effect is less noticeable at high
power settings when the fuel flow rate is high, the effect at low and idle
throttle settings is an over rich mixture, which may cause rough engine
operation or engine stoppage. It is therefore recommended that for
normal operations, the FUEL PRIME be turned OFF.
Fuel Pump:
The pump's low speed setting is required for maintaining positive fuel
supply system pressures at low throttle settings. This setting is selected
by turning the FUEL PUMP switch ON. This setting should be selected
for any low throttle operations, including taxiing and any flight
operations when engine speed may fall below 1000 RPM (e.g. stalls,
spins, descents, landings, etc.).

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D. MASS
Maximum Ramp Weight: 1770 lbs (803 kg)
Maximum Take-off Weight: 1764 lbs (800 kg)
Maximum Landing Weight: 1764 lbs (800 kg)
Maximum permissible weight in the baggage compartment (including
baggage extension): 44 lbs (20 kg) only permissible with baggage
harness
WARNING:
EXCEEDING WEIGHT LIMITATIONS MAY LEAD TO OVERLOADING OF
THE AIRPLANE AND CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE
AND/OR STRUCTURAL DAMAGE.

E. APPROVED MANOEUVERS
All normal flight maneuvers
The following maneuvers in which the angle of bank is not more than
60°:
Lazy Eights Entry speed: 116 KIAS
Chandelles Entry speed: 116 KIAS Steep turns
Spinning NOT approved for aircraft equipped with altitude
compensating fuel system.
NOTE:
Aerobatics are prohibited.

F. MANOEUVERING LOAD FACTORS

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WARNING:
EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM LOAD FACTORS WILL RESULT IN
OVERSTRESSING OF THE AIRPLANE. SIMULTANEOUS FULL
DEFLECTION OF MORE THAN ONE CONTROL SURFACE CAN RESULT IN
OVERSTRESSING OF THE STRUCTURE, EVEN AT SPEEDS BELOW THE
MANEUVERING SPEED.
G. KIND OF OPERATION
Flights are permissible in accordance with visual flight rules (VFR).
Minimum Equipment, Flight and Navigation Instruments can be checked
in AFM.
VFR flights in rain are not authorized.
WARNING:
IFR flights and intentional flights into known icing conditions are
prohibited.

H. TEMPERATURE
A structural temperature indicator, installed on the spar bridge,
indicates when the structural temperature limitation is exceeded. The
indicator need only be checked if the OAT exceeds 38º C (100º F). The
indicator is accessed by lifting the flap between the two seat-back
cushions. The indicator is visible through the cut out in the seat shell
backs.
At temperatures below the 55º C (131º F) limit, the indicator appears all
red with a faint indication of “55” (º C).
At temperatures exceeding the 55º C (131º F) limit, the indicator
displays a clearly contrasting red “55” (º C) on a black background.
NOTE:
At temperatures approaching the limit, the background will
progressively darken prior to turning black; this indicates acceptable
temperatures.

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I. CANOPY LOCKING MECHANISM

CAUTION:
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE, THE CANOPY MUST BE CLOSED AND
LATCHED. THE RED HANDLES MUST BE MOVED FULLY FORWARD.
AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE, THE CANOPY MUST STAY IN THE
CLOSED AND LATCHED POSITION UNTIL THE ENGINE IS SHUT DOWN.
DURING ENGINE OPERATION IT IS PROHIBITED TO ENTER OR EXIT
THE AIRPLANE.

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3 NORMAL PROCEDURES
A. PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION

Oil – Check;
 Open oil tank
 The oil level should be in the upper half (between the “50%“and the
“max“mark) and should never fall below the “min“mark. Prior to long
flights oil should be added so that the oil level reaches the “max“mark.
Avoid oil levels exceeding the “max“mark, since excess oil could be
poured out through the venting system. Difference between max.- and
min.- mark = 0.45 litre (0.95 liq pt)
 Close oil tank with cap
Fuel – Check;
Fuel drain – Drain for min. 2 sec from underneath fuselage
Check for color and purity
Verify the fuel level

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A fuel dipstick is supplied with all aircraft to permit direct measurement of fuel
level during the preflight check.
NOTE:
Electric fuel gauges may malfunction. Check fuel quantity with the fuel dipstick
before each flight. To check the fuel level;
 Insert the graduated end of the fuel dipstick into the tank through the
fuel filler opening until the dipstick touches the bottom.
 Withdraw the dipstick from the fuel tank.
 Read the fuel quantity. The dipstick is calibrated in increments of 1/4 of
useable fuel capacity.
Cabin;
Visual check – for the general condition of the aircraft as you approach to it.
Canopy – open, check it clean and undamaged.
Ignition key – hang it over HI knob, do not install it into its slot.

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Airplane Legal Documents – check its presence and validity

 The Certificate of Registration
 The Certificate of Airworthiness & Airworthiness Review Certificate
 The Air Operator Certificate & The Operations Specifications
 The SHY - 145 Approval Certificate & The MO Approval Schedule
 The Aircraft Radio License
 The Noise Certificate
 The Third Party Liability Insurance Certificate
 The ATO Certificate & The ATO Approved Courses
 The CAMO Approval Certificate
 Weight & Balance Report Form
 Aircraft Flight Manuel
 ATO Operations Manual
 General Aviation Operation Manual
 Minimum Equipment List
Emergency Equipment – check its presence and validity
 ELT– ARM
 First aid kit – in place, expiry date valid
 Fire extinguisher – check, expiry date valid
 Emergency hammer – in place

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 Fuel dipstick – in place

 Life vest – in place, enough for crew members, expiry date valid
 Baggage - stowed, net attached
 Structural temperature indicator – check, if outside temperature is over
38°C
 Flight controls – free
 Mixture – free, IDLE CUT OFF
 Throttle – free, IDLE
 Alternate air handle – free, OFF
 Cabin floor – free off foreign object
 Normal and emergency procedures checklists – in place
 GEN/BAT master SW – ON
 GEN/BAT warning light – illuminated
 Circuit breakers - all in
 Fuel quantity - sufficient for the flight
 Trim – neutral
 GEN/BAT master SW – OFF
Exterior Walk Around;
Left main landing gear
 Landing gear strut – visual inspection
 Tire pressure – check pressure (33 PSI / 2.3 bar)
 Tire, wheel, brake – visual inspection
 Check tire – wheel balance line matching
Left wing
 Entire wing – visual inspection
 Stall warning – check
 Pilot – static probe – clean, holes open
 Aileron & balancing weight – visual inspection
 Wing tip, position light and strobe – visual inspection
 Tie down – removed
 Aileron including inspection panel – visual inspection
 Wing flaps – visual inspection

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Fuselage
 Skin – visual inspection
 Fuel tank vent – check
 Fuel tank drains – check
Empennage
 Stabilizers, rudder and control surfaces – visual inspection
 Tie down – removed Right wing
 Entire wing – visual inspection
 Wing Flap – visual inspection
 Aileron including inspection panel – visual inspection
 Tie down – removed
 Aileron & balancing weight – visual inspection
 Wing tip, position light and strobe – visual inspection
Right main landing gear
 Landing gear strut – visual inspection
 Tire pressure – check (33 PSI / 2.3bar)
 Tire, wheel, brake – visual inspection
 Check tire – wheel balance line matching
Nose
 Cowling – visual inspection
 Air intakes – clear
 Propeller – visual inspection, ground clearance; 25cm
 Propeller blades – check for damage
 Nose gear – visual inspection, tow bar removed
 Tire and wheel – visual inspection
 Tire pressure – check (26 PSI / 1.8bar)

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B. BEFORE START
- Sitting height – adjust, if necessary use cushion(s)
The trainees must determine no later than the first sortie whether their
natural sitting height will provide adequate forward visibility. If the
white of the cowling is not visible while seated in the cockpit, a seat
cushion(s) or other booster should be used.

- Pedals – adjust and lock

Do not position the pedals so far aft that your knees are raised too high
to comfortably grip the control stick. Move the pedals forward until your
hamstrings rest on the seat. You should be able to activate the toe-
brake pedals without straining.

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Pull the T-grip straight back when adjusting the rudder pedals to avoid
damaging the cable.
The pedals can be pushed forward with less effort if pressure is applied
to the lower bars that protrude horizontally from the rudder pedals.
The boot sizes 44 or greater may need to pull the pedals a few inches
aft from full-forward position to avoid the boot contact with the upper
wall; and the heel of the boot may need to be moved slightly aft to
angle the foot so as not to inadvertently contact the toe-brake pedals.
- Parking breaks – ON, then press on both breaks a couple of times (no
need to reset OFF and ON)

NOTE:
To set the parking brake, pull the knob down to the stop. Repeated
pushing of the toe-brake pedals will build up the required brake
pressure, which will remain in effect until the parking brake is released.
To release the parking brake, push on the toe-brake pedals before
releasing the parking brake knob.
- Check control surfaces. Ask for assistance from technician or other
pilot for unseen control surfaces;
 Control stick left – left aileron up, right aileron down
 Control stick right – right aileron up, left aileron down
 Control stick full forward – elevator down

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 Control stick full aft – elevator up

 Pedal left – rudder left
 Pedal right – rudder right
- Fasten and tighten safety belts
- Start “scan flow” as shown below;

 Mixture handle – unlatch and move it forward to FULL RICH

position and lock
 Throttle – free and IDLE
 Friction device – adjust and check the throttle is moving smoothly
 Alternate air – OFF
 Heater – OFF
 Parking break – set
 Fuel shut off valve - OPEN & SECURE
 All circuit breakers – IN (Glass Cockpit: AH, GPS/NAV-1 and PFD
circuits’ breakers pulled out)
 Engine instruments – check physically
 COM and NAV – OFF (Interphone, Radio 1/GPS and Radio 2)

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 Magnetic Compass – no bubble in fluid

 Fuel prime – OFF
 Airspeed – indicates zero
 Attitude indicator – adjusted
 Altimeter – set airfield elevation
 Vertical speed indicator – indicates zero
 External lights – all OFF
 Internal lights – all OFF
 Ignition switch – OFF, key not installed
 Avionic master switch – OFF
 Fuel pomp - OFF
 GEN/BAT switch – OFF
 Flaps – cruise
- “Scan flow” for DA – 20 Glass Cockpit;

 ……….. (The same as the “scan flow” for DA – 20 up to now)

 Altimeter – set airport elevation

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 Airspeed indicator – zero

 External lights – all OFF
 Internal lights – all OFF
 Ignition switch – OFF, key not installed
 Avionic master switch – OFF
 Fuel pomp - OFF
 GEN/BAT switch – OFF
 Flaps – cruise
- After internal check has been completed, PF performs “Preflight
Checklist”;
C. ENGINE START
Request startup clearance
- GEN/BAT master switch – ON
NOTE: For the airplane without suction system, pull Artificial Horizon
Cage knob before switching GEN/BAT switch to ON to prevent damage
to ADI
- Avionic master switch – ON
- Interphone and Radio 2 (if not equipped, radio 1) – ON and SET
- Transponder, radio and interphone – OFF (after clearance received)
- Avionic master switch – OFF
Before engine start
- Fuel pump – ON
- Canopy – Closed and Locked
- PF performs “Before Start Checklist”;
Engine start
- Give engine start signal to the technician ready with the fire
extinguisher. He will confirm engine start.

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- Propeller area – clear

- Ignition Key – installed
- Fuel prime – ON, its operation sound audible
- Throttle – FULL FORWARD for certain time mentioned below;
 Engine warm – 1 to 3 second
 Engine cold – 5 to 10 seconds
- Fuel prime – OFF
- Throttle - FORWARD
 Full IDLE to ¼ inch OPEN, if engine cold
 ½ to 1 inch OPEN (approximately), if engine warm
- Keep pressure on the brake pedals to prevent forward movement of
the airplane during engine start.
- Ignition key – turn to “START” position with the left hand, whilst the
right hand is on the throttle. Hold the key at this position until engine
starts (max. 10 seconds).
Push-to-Start ignition switch is installed for DA-20 glass cockpit aircraft.
Additional “PUSH” action is required after the ignition switch is turned to
the START position when implementing start.
- Ignition key – release
As soon as you hear the engine starts, release the starter in order to
easy propeller turning. It will come back to “BOTH” position
automatically.
NOTE:
If engine does not start due to less priming;

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 Ignition key – release

 Fuel prime – ON
 Throttle – full forward minimum 3 seconds for more priming,
 Fuel prime – OFF
 Throttle – IDLE and then FORWARD
 Ignition key – turn to START position again
If engine does not start due to excessive priming;
 Ignition key – release
 Throttle – FORWARD
 Mixture – IDLE CUT OFF
 Ignition key – turn to START, and keep this position until excess
fuel has been cleared and the engine starts.
 Mixture – push FULL FORWARD as soon as the engine starts
CAUTION:
IF YOU KEEP THE START KEY IN THE START POSITION AFTER THE
ENGINE START, THE ENGINE MAY BE DAMAGED.
If THE propeller is moving, do not reengage THE starter, otherwise THE
ENGINE may be damaged.
D. AFTER ENGINE START
- Check with the technician
- Throttle – 1000 RPM
- Check – oil pressure. If oil pressure is below 10 PSI in 30 seconds,
shut down the engine immediately.
NOTE:
Oil Pressure may advance above the green arc until Oil Temperature
reaches normal operating temperatures. Regulate warm up RPM to
maintain pressure below 100 psi limit. At ambient temperatures below
32º F (0º C) DO NOT apply full power if oil pressure is above 70 psi.
- Check – the generator warning light OUT, meaning it has come up
- Check - Starter Warning Light OFF

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- Check – fuel prime OFF

- Start “scan flow”;
 Circuit breakers – all IN
NOTE: For DA-20 aircraft with glass cockpit, push AH, GPS/NAV – 1 and
PFD circuit breakers IN

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 Engine Instruments - Check for correct indication

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- Avionics – ON and set;

 Avionics master switch – ON
 Interphone – ON and set, adjust volume and squelch
 Radio(s) – ON and set
 Radio 1/GPS – set the active window the frequency of departure
airfield and the stand-by window the frequency of the alternate
airport.
 Radio 2 – set the active window VHF emergency frequency
121.500 and the stand by window the company frequency 131.675
to monitor, or vice versa
 Radio – set the active window the frequency of departure airfield
and the stand-by window VHF emergency frequency (in the case
of Radio – 2 not available)
 Transponder – set
GTX 327 – set the mod STBY, code 1200 for VFR flight unless
otherwise requested by ATC. Do not forget to set mode ALT before
takeoff because it will not come up automatically.
GTX 330 – set the mode GND, cod 1200. If the transponder mode
is STBY, push the STBY button for 4-5 seconds to set the mode
GND. It will come up to ALT automatically after liftoff.
- ELT – listen to not transmitting on emergency frequency 121.500
while the frequency is set in the active window.
- Flaps – CRUISE, T/O and LDG positions. See the flap positions are
matching with the lights, and set flaps CRUISE.

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DA-20 AVIONICS

DA-20 GLASS COCKPIT AVIONICS

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DA-20 AVIONICS (GLASS COCKPIT)

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- Continue “scan flow”;

For DA – 20;

 Warning lights – push to test

 Trim – neutral
 Magnetic compass – no bobble in the fluid
 Clock – set
 Airspeed indicator – zero
 AH – adjust horizon
 Altimeter – set airport elevation
 Vertical speed indicator – zero
 Heading indicator - set compass heading. Before setting heading,
allow 5 minutes for gyro to reach operating speed after engine
starts (GARMIN-500, AHRS set heading automatically)
 Turn Coordinator – wings level and ball in the center

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- Continue “scan flow” for DA – 20 Glass Cockpit;

 Magnetic compass – no bobble in the fluid

 Altimeter – set airport elevation
 Airspeed indicator – zero
 Warning lights – push to test
 Trim - neutral
 AH – pull to cage and adjust horizon
 PFD and MFD – set HDG, CRS, ALT and VSI
- PF performs “AFTER START CHECKLIST”.

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E. TAXIING

During taxi;
- Parking breaks - OFF
- Taxi light – ON
- Transponder;
 GTX 327 – set the mode ON
 GTX 330 – leave the mode GND
- Check the following indications while turning airplane right and left;
 HI rotates in the direction of turn
 Turn indicator deflects in the direction of turn
 Coordination ball, or slip skid indicator for Glass Cockpits, shows a
skid in the opposite direction of turn.
CAUTION:
WHEN PLACING YOUR FEET ON THE BRAKE PEDALS, CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN TO USE ONLY THE TOE OF YOUR SHOE SO YOU DO NOT
CONTACT THE STRUCTURE ABOVE THE PEDALS, WHICH COULD
PREVENT EFFECTIVE APPLICATION OF THE BRAKE(S).

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When stopped;
- Parking brake – ON, then press on both breaks a couple of times.
- Taxi light – OFF
- Transponder – STBY
F. BEFORE TAKE-OFF
Before takeoff control is conducted at the holding points.
Safety;
- Seat belts – fastened
- Canopy – closed and locked, warning light OUT
 Trim – neutral
 Flight controls – free
 Mixture – full rich
Engine;
- Check engine instruments – within limits
- Fuel quantity – sufficient for planned flight

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- Ignition – check and select BOTH

 Throttle – 1700 rpm, while keeping pressure on the pedals
 Ignition key – Cycle
L and back to BOTH (RPM drops 25-150 RPM)
R and back to BOTH (RPM drops 25-150 RPM)
 Check – maximum 50 RPM difference between L and R
 Throttle – Back to 1000 RPM
Configuration;
- Flaps – T/O
- Transponder;
 GTX 327 – check the mode ALT and code 1200
 GTX 330 – check the mode GND and code 1200
- PF performs “BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECKLIST”.
Request Departure Clearance
Lining up;
 Taxi light – ON, when cleared for only line up
 Landing light – ON, when cleared for takeoff as well
 Exterior lights – strobe lights ON
Transponder; GTX 327 – set the mode ALT
G. TAKE-OFF
- Throttle - FULL
- Check RPM over 2000 RPM
- Directional Control - maintain with rudder
- Rotate - 44 KIAS
- Climb Speed to clear 50 feet obstacle - 58 KIAS
CAUTION:
FOR THE SHORTEST POSSIBLE TAKE-OFF DISTANCE TO CLEAR A 15 M
(50 FT) OBSTACLE:

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 Lift-off Speed - 52 KIAS

 Climb Speed to clear 50 ft. obstacle - 58 KIAS
- When at 500 feet AGL;
 Flaps – CRUISE
 Fuel pump – OFF
 Taxi and landing light – OFF
H. CLIMB
-Throttle
 Full power: 2800 rpm
 Maximum continuous power: 2800 rpm
- Airspeed
 Vy UP = 75 KIAS
- Instruments - Verify within limits
- Climb performance - 800 feet/min under the following conditions;
 Pressure Altitude - 2000 feet
 OAT: 65º F
 Weight: 800 kg
- Best Rate-of-Climb Speed with Wing Flaps CRUISE - 75 KIAS
I. CRUISE:
- Throttle - 2200
- Circuit breakers - All in
- Engine parameters - Check
- Flaps - Up
 Auxiliary fuel pump – Off

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J. DESCENT
- Fuel Pump - ON
- Mixture - FULL RICH
- Throttle – 1500 Rpm
- Airspeed – 100 KNOTS
NOTE: Fast descent;
- Throttle - IDLE
- Wing Flaps - CRUISE
- Airspeed - 118 KIAS
K. APPROACH
- Seat Belts - fastened
- Lights – ON
- Fuel Pump - ON
- Mixture - FULL RICH

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- Throttle - as required
- Airspeed - max. 78 KIAS
- Flaps - T/O
- Trim - as required
- Flaps - LDG
- Approach Speed - 55 KIAS
L. ON FINAL
- Flaps - LD
- Airspeed VREF - 55 KIAS
- Throttle - as required to achieve 3° slope (approx. 1500 RPM)
FOR STRONG HEADWIND, CROSSWIND, DANGER OF WINDSHEAR OR
TURBULENCE, A HIGHER APPROACH SPEED SHOULD BE SELECTED
M. GO AROUND
- Aircraft attitude - transition to level/climb
- Throttle - Full Power
- Flaps - retract to T/O as soon as possible
- Climb at Vy T/O = 70 KIAS
- At 500 feet AGL
 Flaps - Up
 Fuel pump - Off
 Taxi/Landing light – off
N. LANDING
- Speed on final VREF = 55 KIAS at 50 feet AGL
- Throttle - Reduce to idle
- Nose wheel - Gently lower to ground
- Apply brakes - As required
- Landing distance;

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NOTE:
The maximum demonstrated cross wind component for landing is 20
KNOT
O. AFTER LANDING
- Vacate runway
- Throttle - set as required for taxi (max.10 KIAS)
- Stop on taxiway beyond holding point
 Parking breaks – On
 Taxi/landing light – OFF
 Flaps – UP
- Perform “AFTER LANDING CHECKLIST”
- Continue taxi
P. ENGINE SHUT-DOWN
- Parking Brake - set
- Taxi light - OFF
- Avionics - OFF
- Avionics Master Switch - OFF
- Fuel pump - OFF
- Mixture – IDLE CUT OFF
- Ignition key – remove
- GEN/BAT - OFF

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