Jabiru Aircraft
Pilot’s Operating Handbook
Model J120-C
JP-FM-10
Revision:
0
28 Nov 2007
Page 19 of 50
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING LIMITATIONS
3.1 KINDS OF OPERATION
The standard J120-C, as detailed within this POH, is approved for Day VFR Operations only.
3.2
AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
The indicated airspeeds in the table below are based on airspeed calibration data from Section 5.
SPEED
KIAS
REMARKS
Max Manoeuvring Speed (V
A
)
103
Do not make full or abrupt control
movements above this speed.
Never Exceed Speed (V
NE
)
146
Do not exceed this speed in any
operation.
Max Structural Cruising Speed
(V
C
or V
NO
)
113
Do not exceed this speed except in
smooth air and then with caution.
Maximum Flap Extension Speed (V
FE
)
94
Do not exceed this speed with the flaps
deployed.
Stalling Speed (V
S
)
51
In cruise configuration
Stalling Speed (V
S0
)
47
In landing configuration
Table 2.2
Refer to Section 6 for Indicated Airspeed Limitations
3.3
Crosswind
The maximum allowable crosswind velocity is dependant on pilot capability as well as aircraft
limitations. With average pilot technique, direct crosswinds of 14 knots can be handled with
safety.
3.4
Aircraft Service Ceiling
10 000 feet ASL
3.5 LOAD FACTORS
Flap Position
Speed
Positive
Negative
UP
UP
DOWN
V
A
V
NE
V
FE
+ 4g
+ 4g
+ 2.0g
-2g
-2-g
0g
3.6 Prohibited Manoeuvres
Manoeuvres in the course of normal flying are approved.
Stalls may be carried out at bank angles of up to 60°.
All aerobatic manoeuvres including spins are prohibited.