Crosswinds Aviation DA20 C1 Eclipse, Training Manual

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8 Ground Reference Maneuvers
All ground reference maneuvers are performed at 1,000’ AGL and 90 kts mimicking the
traffic pattern. They are started on a downwind leg simulating traffic pattern entry and are
performed in the “clean” configuration. Before descending for the maneuver it is important
to visually scan the area for obstructions and a safe landing spot in case an emergency
landing is necessary.
Clean
Configurati
on:
Flaps - 0
Mixture - Full RICH
Fuel Pump - ON
Landing Light - ON
Private ACS Requirements:
ALT +/-
100’
Speed +/- 10 kts
8.1
Rectangular Course
1.
Set power to maintain an airspeed of 90 KIAS
2.
Maneuver is performed 1,000 AGL
3.
Enter the maneuver 45 to the downwind with the first circuit to the left
Downwind
1.
Roll wings level, parallel to the boundary
2.
Maintain distance (about 1/2 mile) from boundary
3.
At field boundary edge, turn first crosswind leg
4.
Start with steep bank
5.
Reduce bank angle gradually during the turn
First Crosswind Leg (Base)
1.
Roll out, wings level crabbing toward the boundary
2.
Manage crab angle to maintain 1/2 mile distance from boundary
3.
At field boundary edge, turn upwind
4.
Start with medium bank
5.
Reduce bank angle gradually during the turn as ground speed decreases
Upwind
1.
Roll wings level, parallel to the boundary
2.
At field boundary edge, turn second crosswind leg
3.
Start with shallow bank
4.
Increase bank angle gradually during the turn as ground speed increases