Lancair ES-P, Pilot Operating Handbook

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The aft CG limit must be considered a firm limit. Loads that place the
CG further aft are dangerous and must not be accepted. A “Weight
and Balance" sheet must be completed and carried in the aircraft at all
times.
REFERENCE DATUM
The Datum is located at FS “0.” This can be located by measuring
51.25” forward from the bottom forward face of the firewall.
FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS
Flaps Up +4.4, to -2.2 g's.
Flaps Down +2.2, to -0 g's
KINDS OF OPERATION LIMITS AND PILOT
REQUIREMENTS
The airplane has the necessary equipment available for daytime and
nighttime VFR and IFR operations with only one pilot. The operational
minimum equipment and instrumentation for the kinds of operation are
detailed in Part 91 of the FARs.
ICING CONDITIONS
Flight into known icing is prohibited.
COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS
Flight operations with passengers for hire are prohibited.
FUEL MANAGEMENT
Do not take off with less than 10 gallons in each tank. There is no
interconnection between the wing tanks.
SEATING CAPACITY
This aircraft has capacity for four persons (one pilot and three
passengers).
WINTER OPERATIONS
Winter Operations are acceptable with proper oil grades for the
operating temperatures. Engine pre-heating is recommended when the
engine has been exposed to temperatures below 20 degrees Farenheit in
excess of two hours.