Aircraft Operating Instructions (AOI)
Type:
CT
Series:
CTLS
LSA
Page: 7-1
AU 010 11000
Revision No. 4
Date: 29 Apr 2008
7. AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
7.1. Airframe
The CTLS is a conventional high-wing aircraft. The wings can be easily removed but
should only be removed after appropriate instruction as important control elements
and the fuel system must be properly attached on remounting.
The horizontal tail of the CTLS is a stabilator (all-moving horizontal tail). To improve
control feel, an anti-servo tab has been attached which moves in the opposite
direction as the stabilizer when deflected. This anti-servo tab can be adjusted via the
standard stabilator trim and is attached to the horizontal tail by means of a composite
membrane which provides an aerodynamically clean attachment to the anti-servo
tab.
The spacious cockpit is comfortably accessible to the pilot and passenger via two
large doors held open by gas struts. The extensive acrylic windshield offers, for a
high-wing aircraft, outstanding visibility. The rear side windows which have been
added to the CTLS allow rearward vision and give the cabin a more open feeling.
Behind the cockpit there are baggage compartments on the right and left side with
standard tie-downs for simple baggage. The baggage compartments are accessed
via lockable hatches on the side of the aircraft to facilitate loading and unloading.
7.1.1. Assembly
instructions
Assembly and disassembly of an LSA aircraft is only allowed to licenced mechanics.
Instructions for assembly and disassembly are given in the separate CTLS LSA
maintenance manual.