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ORLI Č AN M-8 EAGLE
PILOT'S OPERATING
REVISION NO. 05
DATE OF ISSUE: MAY 02,
NORMAL PROCEDURES PAGE OF 53 57
8.10. DESCENT
During descent from higher altitude and/or during approach, it is not recommended to reduce engine rpm
to idle; this could lead to excessive engine temperature drop and reduced engine power. Glide at
increased idle speed, approx. 3000 rpm, and maintain engine temperatures within operating limits.
8.11. FINAL APPROACH
Always judge, based on your experience, whether the available runway is of sufficient length for a normal
landing. Always make a realistic estimation and be ready to abort any landing.
• Airspeed → 60-70 knots (110 – 130 km/h)
• Throttle → as necessary
• Flaps → set to 15° position and continue to final maintaining speed at 55 – 60 kts (100 – 110 km/h)
• Propeller → set low pitch (maximum RPM)
• Trim → as necessary
1. APPROACH UNDER TAILWIND CONDITIONS
When making a final approach with a slight tailwind, the M-8 EAGLE does not require any different
approach or flare procedures to that when flown in calm or headwind conditions, you do however have to
keep in mind, that the flare and the landing distances will increase due to a higher ground speed.
2. APPROACH IN THE SLIP CONFIGURATION
If a high descent rate is required on final, we recommend conducting a side slip maneuver. Always avoid
pushing the control yoke forward too far, as this will cause higher airspeeds and result in a missed
approach. Hold an attitude that will maintain 55 to 60 kts during the side slip. Ensure the airspeed does
not fall below a minimum safe airspeed of 50 kts during the side slip.
Conducting an approach in the slip configuration will not require special skills; nevertheless, if not yet
familiar with the aircraft we recommend initially conducting this exercise only when accompanied by an
experienced flight instructor.
3. APPROACH IN CROSSWIND CONDITIONS
Crosswinds will not have a big effect to the flight characteristics of the M-8 EAGLE as long as the wind
speeds stay within the maximum permissible speed up to 8 kts. Conducting a crosswind landing will
require a little more skill than an into wind landing, and so if not yet familiar with the aircraft, we
recommend to initially exercise crosswind landings only when accompanied by an experienced flight
instructor until sufficient experience and confidence has been gained.
Performing a crosswind landing, the wing-low method should be used. When using the wing-low method
it is necessary to gradually increase the deflection of the rudder and aileron to maintain the proper
amount of drift correction.
CAUTION!
IN CASE OF TURBULENCE:
IN STRONG TURBULENCE, WE RECOMMEND MAINTAINING FLIGHT SPEED ABOVE 60
KNOTS (110 KM/H) BUT LESS THAN 90 KNOTS (170 KM/H)
WHEN MAKING A TURN, DO NOT BANK MORE THAN 30°.
DO NOT USE MORE THAN 1/3 RUDDER DEFLECTION AT SPEED ABOVE 95 KNOTS (175
KM/H); OR REDUCE SPEED ACCORDINGLY