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8.7 Descent, Approach and landing
Landing should always be into wind with a long straight approach.
Approach to the airstrip can be made with or without power, but in any case the airspeed should be
maintained above the nominated approach speed.
The ultralight should be flown on final approach at or above the nominated safety speed. The additional
airspeed allows for wind gradient, and to provide greater controllability in rough air close to the ground.
Maintaining airspeed on final is very important for engine-off landings, allowing a margin for round out
before touch down.
The trike is designed to land with the rear wheels touching down slightly before the nose wheel. Once
firmly on the ground aerodynamic braking may be achieved by pulling in the control bar.
NOTE
After a hard landing, your ultralight must be completely checked.
8.8 Cross Wind Landing and Take Off
Pilots with less experience should avoid landing or taking off with high crosswind components, as skills do
not always match the capabilities of the ultralight. Crosswind landing or take off with low wind
components up to 1 m/s are quite safe and controllable, even to the inexperienced pilot.
The nominated approach speed of 51 km/h
should be increased to 55 - 60 km/h when landing in cross
wind conditions.
After touchdown in cross wind conditions the relative airflow over the wing will become increasingly span
wise (From tip to tip) as the ultralight slows down. The upwind tip should be lowered slightly (the amount
depends on the wind strength), and the undercarriage wheels will retain firm contact with the ground.
Take off procedure is unchanged for the nominated crosswind limit. The upward may need to be lowered
at the start of the take off procedure in higher cross winds.
8.9 Go-Around Landing
During a situation where a go-around landing is required, normal take off power and procedures should
be used.
8.10 Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine after a period of running, the ignition should be switched off at idle. If the engine has
been running under full power, allow the engine to cool at idle before switching off.
8.11 After Landing / Securing
After landing and when in the parking switch the ignition off and set the key in off position. Park the
ultralight crosswind; the wingtip facing the wind has to be lowered and the base tube has to be secured
to the front brace tube.
9. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
9.1 General
This section contains operating procedures for flight and system emergency conditions that are essential
for the continued safe operation of the ultralight.
Always maintain correct airspeed and altitudes, especially in the aerodrome traffic circuit operation.
Never fly in uncertain weather conditions and always fly within your proven ability. Be sure only to extend
your capabilities under planned training situations.
Carry out safe airmanship whilst flying and be aware of possible emergency landing areas along your
flight path. If possible check these areas from the ground as you enter the airfield or flying site. This
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