MDM MDM-1 FOX, Руководство по эксплуатации самолета

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MDM-1 „FOX” FLIGHT MANUAL
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Issue III
8.1 Introduction.
The Section contains manufacturer's recommended procedures for proper ground handling and servicing
of the glider. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must be
followed if the glider is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability.
8.2 Glider inspection periods.
Glider inspection periods are specified in Technical Service Manual.
8.3 Glider alterations and repairs.
Prior to introducing any alterations on the glider, the responsible Airworthiness Authority shall be
contacted to ensure that the airworthiness of the glider is not compromised.
The repair procedures should be agreed with the producer and Airworthiness Authority.
WARNING: No colour inscriptions or markings are allowed on upper surfaces of the wings, tail unit
and fuselage.
8.4 Ground handling and road transportation.
8.4.1 Airfield transportation.
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Set the elevator trim to "tail heavy" position.
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Retract the air brake.
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CORRECTLY LOCK THE CANOPY.
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FOR PROTECTION OF ELEVATOR FROM DAMAGE, FASTEN THE PULLED BACK
CONTROL STICK WITH SAFETY BELTS.
Motor vehicle towing:
The glider should not be ground towed at a speed above 6 [km/h] (3 [kt]).
Towing cable length not less than 6 [m] (20 [ft]).
The glider can be ground towed „nose first” using the nose towing hook, or „tail first” on the special
tow attachment installed in the fuselage tail.
Hand transportation:
It is recommended to push the glider “tail first” on the wing leading edge, at a wing semi span location.
Make turns with the tail wheel lifted, using the special handle on the fuselage aft part.
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Rev. 7/ June 2019