Lancair ES-P, Pilot Operating Handbook

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flaps are applied. A low-power descent, from a slightly longer than
normal final approach, is preferred. It provides more time to set up and
establish the proper descent path. If there is an obstacle, cross over it at
78 KIAS. Maintain a power on approach until just prior to touchdown.
Do not extend the landing flare; rather, allow the airplane to land in a
slight nose up attitude on the main landing gear first. Lower the nose
wheel smoothly and quickly, and apply heavy braking. However, do
not skid the tires. Braking response is improved if the flaps are
retracted after touchdown.
CROSSWIND LANDING
When landing in a strong cross wind, use a slightly higher than normal
approach speed, and avoid the use of landing flaps unless required
because of runway length. If practicable, use an 85 to 90 KIAS
approach speed with the flaps in the takeoff position. A power descent,
from a slightly longer than normal final approach, is preferred. It
provides more time to set up and establish the proper crosswind
compensation. Maintain runway alignment either with a crab into the
wind, a gentle forward slip (upwind wing down), or a combination of
both. Touch down on the upwind main gear first by holding aileron into
the wind. As the airplane decelerates, increase the aileron deflection.
Apply braking as required. Raising the flaps after landing will reduce
the lateral movement caused by the wind, and also improves braking.
AFTER LANDING
1 Wing Flaps UP
2 Transponder VERIFY STANDBY /
GROUND MODE
3 SpeedBrakes RETRACT
4 Strobes OFF
5 Door Seal, Pitot and
Prop Heat OFF
6 Lights AS REQUIRED
NOTE
Allow the engine to idle at 900 RPM for 4 or 5
minutes to allow the turbocharger oil to cool. If
RPM must be raised above 1200 RPM during the
cool down period the 4 or 5 minute cool down
period must be restarted.
SHUTDOWN
1 Door Seal DEFLATE
2 Throttle IDLE