Europa Aircraft XS Monowheel Motorglider, Owner'S Manual

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Line up with the centre line of the runway. Smoothly and fully open the
throttle being prepared to add right rudder to track the centre line (Rotax
912 and 914 engines). If the stick is kept midway in pitch the tail will lift by
itself. There is no need and it is not recommended to push the stick forward
to its stop to raise the tail.
As the tail rises concentrate on keeping straight with rudder and, secondly,
level the wings with aileron. Do not allow the tail to rise too far. If you do
nothing else the aircraft will fly itself off the ground when it is ready. This
will be at approximately 45 — 50 kts.
Be especially prepared to contain any out of trim forces in pitch.
Once airborne if there are any serious handling problems they should be
evident immediately. If there are, close the throttle and land ahead within
the remaining runway.
If all is well, allow the aircraft to accelerate to 55 — 60 kts before climbing.
Once established in the climb, trim to maintain climb speed of 55 — 60 kts.
Climb to 500 ft before retracting the main gear having established a speed
of 60 — 65 kts. Once this has been carried out continue climb at 80 kts.
Make a gentle turn downwind and monitor engine temperatures. If
excessive try reducing power and fly straight and level. If they continue to
climb return to the airfield and resolve the problem.
Note: Be alert to any peculiar noises, vibrations or binding in the controls.
Keep an eye on all engine gauges. Anything unusual should be
investigated.
Climb over the field to 5,000 ft and level off reducing power to maintain
100 kts. Trim in pitch to maintain level flight and note the indicator
position. Record any tendency that the aircraft has to roll left or right and if
November 2006 XS Monowheel Motorglider
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