Revision:3
Date:12/03/14
RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
4-11
CRUISE
Level-off
– TRIM
Airspeed
– ACCELERATE to desired cruise airspeed
Flaps
– CHECK UP
Throttle
– SET RPM to cruise power (5500 rpm Max)
Trim
– AS REQUIRED
Engine Gauges
– CHECK
DESCENT
Throttle
– REDUCE as desired
Flight Instruments - ADJUST
Throttle
– REDUCE
Airspeed
– AS DESIRED
Flaps
– UP (above 82 kts CAS),
AS DESIRED (below 82 kts CAS)
The descent should be made with enough power to
maintain cylinder head and oil temperatures in green arc. If
possible, avoid windmilling the engine with the propeller by
reducing airspeed or increasing power.
Summary of Contents for RV-12
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