Jabiru Aircraft
Pilot Operating Handbook
Model J230-D
JP-FM-09
Revision:
0
12 April 2007
Page 19
3
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
3.1 KINDS OF OPERATION
The standard J230-D, as detailed within this POH, is approved for Day VFR Operations only.
An optional package is available to allow the aircraft to conduct Night VFR Operations.
Physically this package consists of additional lights and equipment. Aircraft approved for Night
VFR Operations must also have such operations approved on their Certificate of Airworthiness
and must carry the Jabiru J230-D Night VFR Operations Supplement (Document Number JP-
MS-06).
Note
Carrying out Night VFR Operations without a valid Certificate of Airworthiness, Night VFR
Supplement & properly equipped aircraft is illegal. Pilots must ensure the aircraft is
appropriate for the intended operations.
3.2 AIRSPEED LIMITS
SPEED
KCAS
REMARKS
Max Manoeuvring Speed (V
A
)
90
Do not make full or abrupt control
movements above this speed.
Never Exceed Speed (V
NE
)
140
Do not exceed this speed in any
operation.
Max Structural Cruising Speed (V
C
)
108
Do not exceed this speed except in
smooth air and then with caution.
Maximum Flap Extension Speed (V
FE
)
80
Do not exceed this speed with the flaps
deployed.
Stalling Speed (V
S
)
45
in Cruise Configuration
Stalling Speed (V
S0
)
40
in Landing Configuration
Note: Refer to Section 5.4 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
