JMB VL-3E-1, Pilot Operating Handbook

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VL-3E-1 Pilot Operating Handbook
date of issue:
15/39
3.
Emergency procedures
3.1 Introduction
Section 3 provides checklist and amplified procedures for coping with emergencies that may occur.
Emergencies caused by aeroplane or engine malfunctions are extremely rare if proper pre-flight inspections
and maintenance are practised. However, should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this
section should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem.
3.2 Engine failure
3.2.1 Engine failure during take-off run
1. Throttle - retard to idle
2. Ignition - off
3.2.2 Engine failure immediately after take-off
1. Speed - gliding at 100km/h (55 kts)
2. Altitude - below 50 m (165 ft) : land in take-off direction
- over 50 m (165 ft) : choose landing area
3. Wind - evaluate direction and velocity
4. Landing area - choose free area without obstacles,into wind
5. Flaps - extend as needed
6. Fuel valve - off
7. Ignition - off
8. Safety harness - tighten
9. Master switch - switch off before landing
10. Land
3.2.3 Engine failure in flight (Forced landing)
1. Speed - gliding at 100km/h (55 kts)
2. Altitude - below 50 m (165 ft) : land in take-off direction
- over 50 m (165 ft) : choose landing area
3. Wind - evaluate direction and velocity
4. Landing area - choose free area without obstacles
5. Flaps - extend as needed
6. Fuel valve - off
7. Ignition - off
8. Safety harness - tighten
9. Master switch - off before landing
10. Land
3.2.4 In-flight engine start
1. Speed - gliding at 120km/h (65 kts)
2. Altitude - check
3. Landing area - choose according to altitude (safest area)
4. Master switch - on
5. Fuel valve - open
6. Choke - as necessary (for cold engine)
7. Throttle - for 1/3 power
8. Ignition - on
9. Starter - turn switch box key