Aeropilot Legend 540, Flight And Operating Manual

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Serial Number: 1203
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Apply flaps – 15° position
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Center the trim
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Set propeller to low pitch
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Unlock rescue system
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Switch on secondary fuel pump
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Check that the runway, including final approach, is clear
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Switch transponder to STAND BY mode
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Radio – check frequency setting, report readiness for take-off
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GPS – switch on, activate planned route
5.8 Take-off
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Set throttle to full take-off power
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Engine rpm: 5500rpm minimum
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Instruments: check values
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Keep yoke control in central position
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Pull yoke control slightly on reaching 60kmph to lift off nose wheel
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On reaching 80kmph, lift the aircraft off the ground and hold in level flight just above
the runway
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On reaching 110kmph, start climbing, maintaining this speed
Do not take off when:
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Engine does not run smoothly
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Instrument readings are not within prescribed operating limits
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Wind speed is not within prescribed operating limits
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Runway or final approach is not clear
5.9 Climbing
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Best climbing speed is 120kmph
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If cylinder head temperature or oil temperature reaches maximum operating limit, you
must reduce engine power and climbing rate
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Climb to altitude necessary for subsequent flight