Pipistrel Virus SW 121, Pilot Operating Handbook

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Virus SW 121
Pilot Operating Handbook
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENTS
SECTION 7: AIRPLANE DESCRIPTION
7.20 TOWING EQUIPMENT
The aircraft is optionally equipped with towing equipment, consisting of the
composite tail attachment, containing the hook/relelase assembly, the actu-
ation cable from the tail into the cabin and the yellow cockpit rope-discon-
nect lever, positioned in front of the pilot on the middle console.
The mirror is mounted to the tie down point. Location for installation is
marked on the bottom surface of the left-wing.
The towing equipment is limited to use with a weak link (max rating 300 kg)
and for towing of gliders with a take-off weight of less than 600 kg.
SECTION 8: HANDLING,
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
8.6 GROUND HANDLING
8.6.5 TOWING / GROUND MOVEMENTS
Towing is not approved. For ground movements the following applies.
CAUTION: While pushing the aircraft backward, the nose-wheel must
be off the ground to keep the nose wheel from turning abruptly. Do not
use the tail vertical or horizontal control surfaces or stabilizers to move
the airplane. Grab the tailcone in front of the vertical fin to push and ma-
neuver. Wing roots can be used as push points. Do not push or pull on
wing control surfaces or propeller to maneuver the airplane. Do not
move the airplane when the main gear is obstructed with mud or snow.