Pilot´s Operating Handbook of ATEC 322 Faeta LSA with Rotax 912iS engine
ATEC v.o.s. Libice nad Cidlinou, Czech Republic
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3.1.
Engine Failure on Take-off
1.
Push the stick forward to get the aircraft to gliding flight maintaining the airspeed
of 54kt.
2.
Determine the wind direction, adjust flaps to appropriate position, turn-off the fuel valve,
switch-off the ignition, adjust safety belts and switch off the main switch just before landing.
Note: Electric flaps actuation is only possible when the main switch is switched-on.
A)
If up to 160ft of altitude, get the aircraft into the landing configuration and make a landing
in take-off direction with respect to eventual obstructions.
B)
If higher than 160ft of altitude, choose a suitable area for emergency landing.
3.2.
Engine Failure in Flight
1.
Get the aircraft to gliding flight maintaining the airspeed of 54 kt.
2.
Check the fuel level and make sure ignition is switched on.
3.
If no significant engine or installation failure found, try to start up the engine again using
back-up fuel circuit.
4.
If engine start-up is not possible, follow the instructions as described in Art. 3.1.
3.3.
Rescue System Activation
In case of distress, when definitely losing control of flight, activate the rescue system.
1.
Switch-off the ignition
2.
Adjust safety belts
3.
Remove the cover of activating lever
4.
Activate the rescue system
In case of landing on limited space, when collision with an obstacle is inevitable, use the rescue
system as a braking device of the aircraft.
Note: the activation of rescue system is only available from pilot´s seat.
The aircraft can be damaged or the crew may be injured when using a rescue system!
3.4.
Fire on Board
1.
Turn-off the fuel valve
2.
Open the throttle
3.
Switch-off the main switch and ignition
4.
Make emergency landing
5.
Get off the aircraft
3.5.
Engine Loss
1.
Speed
55 kt
2.
Flaps retracted
3.
Instruments within tolerated values