Aeros SkyRanger, Operator'S Manual

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Skyranger Operators Manual, Issue 3, Feb 2011
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4.7.4 It is important to always pick an abort point before attempting to take
off from a short field. If the aircraft approaches the abort point before
lifting the takeoff should be aborted by fully closing the throttle and
braking firmly.
4.8 Soft field takeoff
4.8.1 Select first stage (TO) flap. Avoid stopping the aircraft whilst entering
the runway and roll into the takeoff run. Hold full up elevator until the
nosewheel lifts and then try to balance the aircraft in the rotate attitude
whilst speed is increased. This will help reduce rolling resistance and
keep overall drag to a minimum.
4.8.2 Allow the aircraft to lift off at around 40 knots CAS[ IAS] , and then
carefully allow the aircraft to accelerate to 53knots CAS [ IAS] in
ground effect before adopting the climbing attitude. At 200 feet AGL
select CR flap.
4.9 Crosswind takeoff
4.9.1 The maximum demonstrated takeoff crosswind limit of the Skyranger is
a component of 15knots. Pilots are advised to avoid crosswind
components of greater than 10 knots until very experienced on the
Skyranger.
4.9.2 Select O (CR) flap. Start the takeoff roll with the stick held fully into
wind and the elevator neutral. Pressure may be required on the rudder
pedals to steer straight.
4.9.3 Allow the aircraft to accelerate. The amount of aileron can be reduced if
there is a tendency to lift the downwind wheel. Keep the elevator
neutral until the speed reaches 53knots CAS[ IAS], then cleanly
rotate and lift off.
4.9.4 As the aircraft lifts off adopt a shallow climb attitude. Gently yaw the
aircraft into wind to set up the required drift angle, and centralise the
ailerons and centralise the balance ball.
4.10 Landing
4.10 Normal landing
4.10.1 Generally the Skyranger should be landed from an approach speed of
about 55knots CAS [ IAS], although in turbulent conditions
handling can be improved by increasing this by 5-10 knots. Full flap