AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – VIRUS 912 S-LSA GLIDER
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mass on the airframe that can cause the center of gravity to move out of range. Exceeding baggage
weight limits can shift the aircraft’s balance to the point where the flight may become uncontrollable!
NOTE
:
Weight and Balance information is found in paragraph 5 below.
3.2 Propeller
. The Propeller, made by Pipistrel, is a fixed pitch, auto-feathering, two
bladed design, which is optimized for safe and efficient operation of your Pipistrel Touring
(Self Launch) Motor Glider. See Maintenance Manual for inspection, adjustment, and
servicing instructions.
3.3 Fuel and fuel capacity.
Automotive Unleaded per ASTM D 4814, minimum octane 89
fuel may be used if it does not contain ethanol or special additives. 100LL may also be used.
For questions about additives, see Rotax Operators Manual.
Fuel is contained in two, extended range tanks, each with 13 gallon capacity (total 26 gallons)
of which 24.5 gallons useable.
Recommended fuel unleaded super, 89 octane,
without
ethanol or additives
Also approved fuel leaded or AVGAS 100LL*
* Use of leaded or even low-lead fuels may reduce engine life and oil and oil filter changes at
least every 50 hours becomes crucial for proper care of your engine.
WARNING!
Use of fuel with alcohol content and/or other additives is not permitted.
3.4 Oil
. API SJ SAE, 10W-50. Rotax 912 engine oil capacity is 3 quarts. For suitable oil types refer to the
original Rotax Operator’s Manual.
3.5 Engine
.
Engine model: ROTAX 912 UL (80 HP) mfg: Bombardier-Rotax
Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) oC : Minimum / Working /
Highest
80 / 110 / 120
Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) : Normal Range / Highest
650-885 / 900
Max EGT difference
30
Radiator water temperature range oC : lowest / highest
50 / 120
Engine Oil Temp oC : minimum / normal range / highest
50 / 90-110 / 140
Oil Pressure psi : minimum / maximum
14.5 / 87.0
Max RPM (5 min)
5800
Max Continuous power RPM
5500
Ignition - Magneto Check RPM
4000
Max single magneto drop RPM
300
NOTE:
This data is relevant for the pilot. Consult Rotax engine manual for all other engine details.
Warning! Should the engine reading be outside of these parameters: do not take off; if in the air, land as
soon as possible! Always be prepared to respond to an engine failure.
