Aerospool WT9 Dynamic LSA / Club, Pilot Operating Handbook

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Initial issue Page 8-5
Tie-Down Instructions
Proper tie-down procedure is the best precaution against damage to a parked aircraft by gusts, strong winds or in
areas where a danger of propwash from another aircraft or helicopter is present (Fig. 8-2). To securely tie-down the
aircraft, proceed as follows:
a. Wing flaps Check FLAPS 0
b. MASTER SWITCH ON
c. TRIM Fully forward
d. MASTER SWITCH OFF
e. IGNITION Check OFF both circuits
f. BRAKE Check PARK
g. Wheel chocks Put the chocks (1) in front of and behind the main wheels
h. Mooring eyes
Screw mooring eyes (2) into the left and right lower wing surface (near
inspection hole)
i. Aircraft Tie-down to the ground through the mooring eyes (2) using ropes or chains
j. Ailerons Put into neutral position and lock them using an adhesive tape
k. Fuel tank caps Protect from water accumulation around the caps using adhesive tape
l. Pitot probe Install cover (3)
m. Canopy
Close the sliding windows; close and lock the canopy and cover using textile
canopy cover
Fig. 8-2 Tied-down aircraft