AIRCRAFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – VIRUS 912 S-LSA GLIDER
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9.
Land and brake
10.
Abandon aircraft
11.
Extinguish if possible or call fire department
7.3.4 Smoke in Cockpit.
Smoke in cockpit is usually a consequence of electrical wiring
malfunction. As it is most likely caused by a short circuit, the pilot must react as follows:
1.
Master switch to I (key in central position). This enables unobstructed engine
operation while at the same time disconnects all other electrical devices from the
circuit. Verify that the 12 V and optional Pitot heat are OFF as well.
2.
Disconnect the battery from the circuit (pull battery disconnection ring on the
instrument panel’s switch column).
3.
Land as soon as possible.
WARNING!
In case you have trouble breathing or the visibility out of the cockpit has
degraded severely due to the smoke, open the cabin door and leave it hanging freely.
Flying with the door open, do not, under any circumstances exceed 60 kts (110 km/h).
7.4 Landing emergencies.
7.4.1 Emergency landing (landing out).
1. Select airfield if possible, if not, choose the most open area within range.
2. If hazardous terrain or weather should preclude safe landing options/locations, plan
for use of GRS rescue system (see 7.6.8 below)
3. Shut both fuel valves.
4. Master switch OFF.
5. Use air brake to descend to landing point without gaining airspeed
6. Approach and land with extreme caution, maintaining normal final approach
airspeed.
7. After having landed, leave the aircraft immediately and use cell phone to request
assistance.
WARNING!
The landing off airport maneuver MUST be performed in accordance with all
normal flight parameters/procedures.
7.4.2 Precautionary landing.
Landing under power at a field of your choice is always
preferable to an Emergency landing. Some reasons to consider a precautionary landing:
1.
Engine temp or pressure parameters out of range
2.
Low fuel
3.
Engine running rough
4.
Winds or weather
5.
Pilot illness or fatigue
6.
You hear strange noises (or even strange voices)
7.
You are lost
7.4.3 Landing with a flat tire.
7.4.4 Landing with defective landing gear.