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1.
AIRCRAFT GENERAL INFORMATION
AVID MK4 Speedwing Aircraft flight characteristics are similar to the flight characteristics of
other Standard Category aircraft.
Aeronautical skill and knowledge required to obtain FAA issued Private Pilot class license is
sufficient, and required, for the operation of the Avid Mk4 aircraft. Of particular importance is the
effect of temperature, atmospheric pressure, and density altitude on the aircraft’s performance.
The pilot must be aware of increased stall speed as related to angle of bank, “G” forces, and
increases of operating weights. Also the increase of turning radius as related to increased
airspeed.
Engine operating procedures, conditions, and instrument markings to be in accordance with the
engine manufacturer’s operating manual (summarized in this Flight Manual).
Operation of installed equipment, such as battery, lights, electronic equipment, etc. are to be in
accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s manuals and instructions.
2.
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
THESE OPERATING LIMITATIONS SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE TO THE PILOT
EXPERIMENTAL OPERATING LIMITATIONS
OPERATING AMATEUR-BUILT AIRCRAFT
REG. NO.
MAKE
MODEL
SERIAL NO
N97HD
HARLAN D. HUFF
MKIV AVID
1396D
1.
No person may operate this aircraft for other than the purpose for which the Special
Purpose Airworthiness Certificate was issued. The aircraft shall be operated in
accordance with the applicable FAA Air Traffic and General Operating Rules, FAR
Part 91.42 and the additional limitations prescribed herein.
2.
All flights shall be conducted within the following geographical area:
25 NAUTICAL MILE RADIUS OF TRACY AIRPORT, TRACY, CA.
3.
No operations, including takeoffs and landings, shall be conducted over densely
populated areas or in congested airways, except at those airports authorized as
follows:
BYRON, CA; NEW JERUSALEM, CA ; LIVERMORE, CA
4.
Operator of this aircraft shall notify the control tower of the experimental nature of this
aircraft when operating into or out of airports with operating control towers.
5.
This aircraft is approved for day VFR operation only.
6.
This aircraft shall contain the placards, listings and instrument markings required by
FAR 91.31
7.
No person may operate this aircraft for carrying persons or property for compensation
or hire.
8.
No person may be carried in this aircraft during flight unless that person is required for
the purpose of the flight. No passengers will be carried while undergoing flight tests.
9.
Any major change to this aircraft, as defined by FAR 21.93, invalidates the Special
Airworthiness Certificate issued for this aircraft.
10. This aircraft does not meet the requirements of the applicable, comprehensive, and
detailed airworthiness code as provided by Annex 8 to the Convention on International
Civil Aviation. This aircraft may not be operated over any other country without the
permission of that country.
11. These Operating Limitations may be amended subsequent to 40 hours by application
for and issuance of a new Special Airworthiness Certificate.
12. These Operating Limitations expire on and may be amended by application for and
issuance of a new Special Airworthiness Certificate.
13. An Experimental sign, letter size minimum 2 inches high, shall be displayed at each
entrance to the aircraft.
Robert M Smedley Jr
Principal Maintenance Inspector
Date issues: 09/10/2002
