BushCADDY LSA Pilot Operating Handbook
Rev.03 5 March, 2008
Page 31 of 52
5.5 Taxiing
1.
Check that the propeller back blast and taxi area are clear.
2.
Power should be applied slowly to start the taxi roll.
3.
Taxi a few feet forward and apply the brakes to determine their effectiveness.
4.
While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness of the steering, and to check
forward visibility.
5.
Observe wing clearances when taxiing near buildings or other stationary objects.
6.
Avoid holes and ruts when taxiing over uneven ground.
7.
Do not operate the engine at high RPM when running up or taxiing over ground containing
loose stones, gravel or any loose material that may cause damage to the propeller blades
5.6 Take-off
5.6.1 Normal
1.
Apply power gradually; allow the aircraft to accelerate to 35 mph.
2.
Apply small amount of forward pressure on the stick to slightly lift the tail, and wait for
take-off
3.
Rotate at 40 – 50 MPH
4.
Climb out at 60 MPH
5.6.2 Short Field, Obstacle Clearance
1.
On models equipped with flaps, lower flaps to 20 degrees
2.
Accelerate to rotation speed After breaking ground effect, accelerate to the best angle of
climb speed (55 mph)
3.
If equipped with flaps, slowly retract flaps when the obstacle has been cleared
4.
Continue climb out at 60 mph.
5.6.3 Short Field, No Obstacle Clearance
On models equipped with flaps, lower flaps to 20 degrees
Accelerate to rotation speed
Lift off from three point position and accelerate to best angle of climb speed (55 mph)
If equipped with flaps, retract flaps and continue climb out at 60 mph.
5.6.4 Soft Field, Obstacle Clearance
On models equipped with flaps, lower flaps to 20 degrees
Keeping stick back, lift off at lowest possible airspeed
Accelerate in ground effect to best angle climb speed (55 mph)
Once obstacle has been cleared, accelerate to best rate of climb speed (60 mph) and retract
flaps
5.6.5 Soft Field, No Obstacle Clearance
1.
On models equipped with flaps, lower flaps to 20 degrees
2.
Keeping stick back, lift off at lowest possible airspeed
3.
Accelerate to best rate of climb speed (60 mph)
4.
If equipped with flaps, retract flaps, and continue climb out at 60 mph.
NOTE
While manoeuvring on the ground never allow the tail wheel to lift beyond the level
cruising flight attitude.
