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Revision:2 Date:12/03/14
RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
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SECTION 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
INDEX
GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1
GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual has been prepared to inform the pilot of the features
and systems incorporated in the RV-12. Recommended
operating procedures and performance data are provided so that
maximum utilization can be obtained with the utmost of safety,
economy, and serviceability. A companion manual, the RV-12
Flight Training Supplement, mirrors the content of this manual
but presents operating procedures at a greater level of detail than
can effectively be presented in this manual.
It is strongly recommended that the pilot be familiar with the
aircraft, the RV-12 FTS, and this manual prior to flight.
The words “WARNING”, “CAUTION”, and “NOTE” are used
throughout the manual with the following definitions:
WARNING
An operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc. which may
result in injury or fatality if not carefully observed or followed.
CAUTION
An operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc. which if not
strictly observed may damage the aircraft or equipment.
NOTE
An operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc.