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SECTION 1
Aircraft Operating Instructions Edge XT 912
GENERAL
January 2014
Issue 2.4
Page 14
1.1.5 General Description
1.1.5.1 Base
Tundra Model
The XT Tundra version has a cockpit with the inclusion of the larger Tundra tyres. The tundra version
allows the comfort of the cockpit design with the added advantage of unprepared ground landing ability.
Larger rear wheel spats are included to improve base yaw stability at higher speeds
Outback Model
The XT Outback has a spacious instrument housing with windscreen for the comfort of the pilot. The
reduced lateral area of the instrument housing and windscreen with the absence of cockpit allows the
use of large open wheels with no fins and tundra tyres for use on unprepared ground.
1.1.5.2 XT 912 Merlin
The Merlin wing is a single surface king posted wing and is the slower of the wing range. The lower stall
speed and frame geometry result in short take off and landing ability. The XT Merlin maintains good
cross-country flying ability, as the top end speeds are still very respectable.
The XT Merlin is suitable for Aero towing hang gliders, banner towing and as a training aircraft
1.1.5.3 XT 912 Arrow K
The Arrow K wing is a double surface king posted wing with intermediate performance. The Arrow K
retains a low stall speed and relatively short take off and landing distance.
The XT Arrow K is a great all round aircraft suitable for training and cross country flying
1.1.5.4 XT 912 Arrow S
The Arrow S wing is a double surface strutted high performance wing. The Arrow S has the largest speed
range of all wings due primarily to the reduction of drag achieved by the removal of the king post and top
rigging.
The XT Arrow S is an awesome cross-country machine. The nimble handling also makes the aircraft well
suited as a training aircraft
