JS-MD 1C Aircraft Flight Manual
MD01-AFM-00-001
Issue: 02
Rev. 00
Rev. Date: 14.09.2017
Page 3–13
Icing
Controls may freeze up when flying in icing conditions. If ice formation
is observed during flight, immediately descend below the freezing
altitude level. Control surfaces should be moved continuously and
airbrakes operated frequently to avoid flight control freezing.
The direct vision panel can be opened to increase visibility.
Emergency landing on water
During water landing tests with landing gear retracted, it has been
shown that aircraft fuselage can submerge completely. The following
procedure is recommended for an emergency landing on water:
1. Dump all ballast
2. Make a radio call
3. Extend the landing gear
4. Undo the parachute harness during the downwind leg
5. Ensure safety straps are tight
6. Try to land parallel to the shore and against the wind.
7. Close water dump valves before touch down
8. Touch down with gear extended and speed as low as possible
9. At touch down point use left arm to protect your face against
possible canopy fracture
10. After touch down undo belt harnesses
If the sailplane has sustained no damage to the water tanks, it may stay
afloat for a long period. Swimming may be the only option when the
airframe starts sinking.
