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Quik & Quik GT450 Aircraft Operating Instructions 

 

 

29

th

 March 2007 

Issue 1 

 

Page 7 of 68 

 

 

 
 
 
 

FOREWORD 

 
We wish to thank you for choosing this P&M Aircraft.   
 
Read this Operator’s Manual before flying your aircraft so you will be thoroughly familiar with the 
proper operation  of  your  Quik or Quik GT450’s controls,  its  features, capabilities  and limitations.  
This manual offers many safe operating and flying tips, but its purpose is not to provide instruction 
in all the techniques and skills required to fly this weight-shift control light sport aircraft safely. All 
operators  of  this  weight-shift  control  light  sport  aircraft  safely  must  qualify  in  a  pilot  training 
programme, to the minimum standard of the BMAA flexwing microlight pilot’s licence syllabus, to 
attain  awareness  of  the  mental  and  physical  requirements  necessary  for  flexwing  Microlight 
operation. 
 
To ensure a long and trouble free life from  your Quik or Quik GT450, give it the proper care and 
maintenance  described  in  the  Aircraft  Operating  Instructions,  Aircraft  Maintenance  Manual  & 
Flight  Training  Supplement.    For  Engine  Information  and  Service  &  Maintenance  schedules, 
please refer to the relevant Engine Manufacturers Manual. 
 
Note 
Manuals are liable to be revised in the future and pages or sections re-issued. Amendments will 
be available from the website at 

www.pmaviation.co.uk

  

Amended pages should be printed and replaced in the manual at the earliest possible time, and 
the amendment details entered in the amendment pages by the owner. 
 
 
Issue 1 – Introduction of Quik and Quik GT450 with Rotax 912 and 912S engines.  
 
 

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Содержание QUIK GT450

Страница 1: ...ting Instructions Issue 1 P M Aviation Ltd Unit B Crawford St Rochdale Lancashire OL16 5NU Great Britain Tel 44 0 1706 655134 Fax 44 0 1706 631561 E E M Ma ai il l f fl ly yi in ng g p pm ma av vi ia...

Страница 2: ...re flight Checks 21 4 5 Safety Harness 21 4 6 Ground Handling 21 4 7 Airstrip Criteria 21 4 8 Special Hazards 22 5 Pre flight Inspection 24 5 1 Wing 24 5 2 Trike 24 6 Preparation for Flight 26 6 1 Gen...

Страница 3: ...11 7 Secondary Structures and Systems Cockpit and Fairing 55 11 8 Secondary Structures and Systems Electrical System 55 11 9 Secondary Structures and Systems Carburettor Heat 55 11 10 Secondary Struct...

Страница 4: ...r personal safety the safety of others and the safe operation of the aircraft it is very important that this operator s manual is read in full before operating or flying the aircraft for the first tim...

Страница 5: ...TE This NOTE symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation This WARNING symbol identifies special instructions or procedures which if not correctly followe...

Страница 6: ...ch may make a particular item unsuitable for the use for which it was originally purchased He must also satisfy himself totally that a purchased item is suitable for the use to which he intends to emp...

Страница 7: ...ght pilot s licence syllabus to attain awareness of the mental and physical requirements necessary for flexwing Microlight operation To ensure a long and trouble free life from your Quik or Quik GT450...

Страница 8: ...etre sq ft Square Feet cu in Cubic Inches cm 3 Centimeter Cube mb Millibars N Newton Nm Newton Meter kW KiloWatt HP Horse Power RPM Revolutions Per Minute ft lbs Foot Pounds in lbs Inch Pounds psi Pou...

Страница 9: ...1 6 MPH Pressure PSI Pounds per Square Inch in Hg inches of Mercury mb millibar Distances in inches 25 4 millimeters ft foot feet 305 meters Weights Kg kilograms 2 2 lbs 2 2 pounds Misc 1 Pound Ib 0 4...

Страница 10: ...h The electric trim system gives precise fingertip control of hands off trim speeds from approximately 50 to 80 mph A roll augmentation system has been developed for the GT450 wing which actuates the...

Страница 11: ...Quik Quik GT450 Aircraft Operating Instructions 29th March 2007 Issue 1 Page 11 of 68 1 1 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DRAWINGS...

Страница 12: ...Quik Quik GT450 Aircraft Operating Instructions 29th March 2007 Issue 1 Page 12 of 68...

Страница 13: ...s 4 4 Reduction ratio 2 27 1 2 43 1 Overload Clutch No Yes Fuel oil ratio n a n a Min fuel rating 95 RON 95 RON Prop manufacturer Warp Drive Warp Drive Prop type Warp Drive 1 72m 90mm parallel chord W...

Страница 14: ...t full power at less than 40mph 75kph 35kt Do not exceed more than 60 of bank ALL aerobatic manoeuvres including whipstalls wingovers tail slides loops rolls and spins are prohibited GENERAL LIMITATIO...

Страница 15: ...0kph 10kn 2 2 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS Engine ROTAX 912 ROTAX 912S Max RPM 5800 5min 5800 5min Max continuous RPM 5500 5500 Idle RPM Approx 1400 Approx 1400 Min fuel spec Min RON 90 EN228 Premium EN228...

Страница 16: ...f temperature refer to the Engine Manual for appropriate oil viscosity See also engine operators manual and P M Service Bulletin 0094 for Rotax 912 912S especially if using AVGAS If any limitations ar...

Страница 17: ...erate the electric starter FORCED LANDING DRILL Throttles SHUT Both ignition switches OFF Fuel OFF Brakes OFF Harness secure do not over tighten pilots shoulder strap Plan approach Engine off Landings...

Страница 18: ...uch as the oil pressure gauge are also essential for flight safety If these basic instruments fail a landing should be made as soon as it is safe to do so In the case of an over voltage fault it may b...

Страница 19: ...h you intend to operate Air Law can vary from country to country and from state to state be sure to always fly within the letter of the Air Law that operates in your state or country Make sure you hav...

Страница 20: ...ee Section 10 3 Before each flight you should calculate the combined weight of the aircraft fuel pilot and passenger and ensure that it never exceeds 990lb 450 kilograms Fuel Before each flight you sh...

Страница 21: ...has been stopped the aircraft has been securely parked and picketed or hangared and the pilot and passenger have disembarked Do not make the mistake of losing concentration just because you have lande...

Страница 22: ...OM AHEAD IN CASE THE AIRCRAFT BREAKS FREE WHILE RUNNING UP 2 Check the ground around the propeller area for loose stones etc and remove any such objects 3 Tie the aircraft to a solid object a large an...

Страница 23: ...erly strapped in and with his her fingers on the ignition switches at all times when the engine is running 8 Maintain an adequate look out while conducting tests adults children animals may approach f...

Страница 24: ...rectly fitted Rigging tool detached and stowed 5 2 TRIKE Action Done Ignition off engine controls closed Front strut secure safety rings attached Pylon catch locked Front tyre inflated and in good con...

Страница 25: ...tions 29th March 2007 Issue 1 Page 25 of 68 In addition carry out pre flight checks in engine operators manual You should never under any circumstances consider flying the aircraft before you have com...

Страница 26: ...ps etc are secure Pockets empty and no loose objects in the cockpit Describe takeoff landing and intention of flight Explain that there are hot and rotating engine parts directly behind which should n...

Страница 27: ...k the aircraft securely All controls should be checked closed and ignition should be off The parking brake if fitted should be applied Check the fuel is turned on ROTAX 912 912S ENGINES Before the fir...

Страница 28: ...S ARE ALMOST INVISIBLE AND CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH Extreme care must be exercised during engine warm up Ensure that all spectators children pets are kept well clear of the propeller and the propelle...

Страница 29: ...against a full power run up Exercise extreme caution when ground running the engine When starting an aircraft engine it is essential that you keep spectators well clear of the immediate area and ensur...

Страница 30: ...e she must fly the aircraft accordingly He must also be trained and in current practice for forced landing procedures This means the pilot should only over fly terrain where a safe landing is possible...

Страница 31: ...o the stall a buffet felt through the control bar should be noticed At the stall there may be a mild wing drop with a very new wing at low weight minimum washout situation To recover use standard flex...

Страница 32: ...Wing Down Set the parking brake with the aircraft across and slightly downwind Bank the into wind wing down till the tip touches the ground Apply the Velcro parking tie to the control frame Into wind...

Страница 33: ...Operators should note that with the engine running above idle the aircraft may tend to creep forward with the rear wheels locked on some surfaces See warning Section 6 4 Inspection The amount of wear...

Страница 34: ...to takeoff position WIND DIRECTION STRENGTH within both aircraft and pilot limits ALL CLEAR to taxi to line up for finals check for other aircraft in the circuit Mixture Magnetos Fully rich on both PO...

Страница 35: ...emperature at 4000 ft is 32 C 90 F the factor will be 0 52 Climb QUIK GT450 The speed at which maximum climb rate is achieved is 55mph Once established in the climb the bar force can be removed with t...

Страница 36: ...at low airspeeds so the bar should be pulled in slightly to increase airspeed before commencing the turn For roll out the control bar is moved towards the lower wing tip and the nose is lowered as the...

Страница 37: ...uld be applied to check the nose down rotation and then the pitch adjusted to resume normal flight At the stall a light wing drop may be found but is easily corrected If necessary hold the bar firmly...

Страница 38: ...nce on the ground puts unnecessary load on the nosewheel and should only be used in an emergency situation where the available stopping distance is marginal in normal landings the wing should be set a...

Страница 39: ...ss wind landings you must inspect the aircraft thoroughly Check the Maintenance and Repair section in this Manual Even after a flight without incident you should still carry out a thorough Post Flight...

Страница 40: ...djustments made to the wing to ensure that it is properly trimmed out and flies hands off at the right speed Owners are discouraged from making any adjustments If you feel your new P M aircraft is not...

Страница 41: ...d of the leading edge cloth right out near the trailing edge and twist it anti clockwise you should feel it move It will then be held there by the tension Tuning in pitch The GT450 wing is designed to...

Страница 42: ...oll response should not exceed 3 seconds at 60mph to reverse a 30 degree bank at a control force of 15kg In addition the response to very small inputs of 1 2kg should be good so that it is possible to...

Страница 43: ...km h 80 km h With electric trimmer 74km h 74km h 74km h VNE 184 km h 184 km h 184 km h Flight manoeuvre loads 4g 0g 4g 0g 4g 0g Best rate of climb MAUW 390kgs ISA 4 3m s 4 3m s 6 1m s Airspeed for bes...

Страница 44: ...power off 47mph 47mph Best Glide Angle at the above airspeed 8 1 8 1 VNE 110 mph 110 mph Flight manoeuvre loads 4 0 4 0 Airspeed for best rate of climb 55mph 55mph Take off distance to 50 Max AUW 921...

Страница 45: ...recovery Min AUW 50ft Max pitch down below horizon Min AUW 30 o Wings level stall power on Min AUW 30mph Max pitch down power on recovery Min AUW 0 o 30 degree banked stalls power off Min AUW 31mph NO...

Страница 46: ...h for 912 85mph 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 mph TAS L P H H rs s tatu te m ile s ran g e x 1 0 lph gt450 Endurance hrs range miles x 10 Fuel consumption figures are...

Страница 47: ...pty weights for the Quik GT450 are as follows 912 912 S 214kg 217kg 470lbs 477lbs Following modification repair or at any time required by the CAA or other Airworthiness Authority the aeroplane must b...

Страница 48: ...Therefore maximum fuel 27 0 718 37 litres or 59 1 58 37 litres FUEL LOADS QUIK GT450 The fuel tank is 65 litres capacity including 1 6 litres unusable giving 63 4 litres useable The weight of the fuel...

Страница 49: ...d variation Solo flight is from the front seat only Wing The CG of the wing is critical Due to the materials used and the quality control in manufacture the CG of the wing does not vary significantly...

Страница 50: ...ling edge and a spanwise Kevlar tape maintain the wing s performance over a long life The aerofoil section is defined by pre formed aluminium and pre formed aluminium composite ribs with chord wise te...

Страница 51: ...iceable in the light weight high power condition above 70mph They also reduce the induced drag and increase trim speed by 5 10mph 11 2 PRIMARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS THE TRIKE 1640 H A N GPO IN T PY L...

Страница 52: ...d System Fuel is fed from a single fuel tank mounted beneath the seats The fuel system has a fuel cock and external filter backed up by an internal strainer fitted to the end of the fuel tank pick up...

Страница 53: ...leaning control is a valve on the instrument panel which applies either ambient pressure rich or partial carburettor venturi pressure lean to the float chambers The pressure can be monitored by a gaug...

Страница 54: ...nted via a pipe to discharge clear of the aircraft A sump with water drain is provided The tank may be 49L or 65L the 65L tank has a third mounting point at the centre of the tank Fuel is supplied to...

Страница 55: ...gnals to be used in instrumentation Two independent sets of cables to the two separate ignition switches are provided Ignition is independent of the battery alternator regulator system The power avail...

Страница 56: ...g that the oil temperature remains within the correct limits is therefore the pilot s Regular in flight checks should be made to ensure that the oil temperature remains within the desired range of 85...

Страница 57: ...tice is not recommended as it puts unnecessary load on the system In this case it is permissible to reset the C B after 2 minutes The C B will also trip if the trim motor should run past the normal li...

Страница 58: ...Warning folded pylon On pylon fairing Warning Loose hair On seat rear left Warning Hot Engine On rear of cowling Warning hand throttle closed On seat next to hand throttle Operating Instructions On c...

Страница 59: ...ng the fitting of optional electrical equipment must not be carried out under any circumstances without official modification authorisation issued by the factory CAUTION When the aircraft is stored fo...

Страница 60: ...and secure Hang point roll bearing adjustment bolt secure 7 Control frame uprights straight end fittings and fasteners secure 8 All sail seams intact with no frayed stitching 9 No tears in the sail 1...

Страница 61: ...s 10 After fitting the upper surface ribs remove the safety pin from the crossboom restraint cable stud just inside the rear end of the keel pocket Make sure that the crossboom rigging tool extension...

Страница 62: ...of the keel Ensure that the previously fitted ribs are pushed FULLY home and that the upper and lower elastics are fitted to all ribs 12 Locate the washout tubes onto the sockets ensuring they are sea...

Страница 63: ...d by walking towards the trike when sufficient height has been attained start to allow the A frame to take the weight of the wing When fully up the rear wires will become taught keep the wing horizont...

Страница 64: ...ed correctly Now is a good time to inspect the interior of the trike including the engine mounts and fuel lines Depress the drain valve on the underside of the fuel tank and drain off a little fuel in...

Страница 65: ...ket Note You may find it convenient to fashion two wooden wedges and jam them one each side of the hang bracket between the hang bracket and the uprights these will hold the hang bracket firmly in a c...

Страница 66: ...ging gas strut is not fitted locate the pylon using the over centre catch but do not overcentre lock it at this stage Get a helper to hold the bar or strap it back using the rear seat harness if it is...

Страница 67: ...t wheel will roll through the A frame and over the control bar as you do this Remove the safety pin and special nut from the hang bolt and then remove the hang bolt from the hang bracket If electric t...

Страница 68: ...n nose down with rigging extension inserted Undo the wing undersurface inspection zips and pass tie down ropes around the cross boom or side wires The nose cone should be removed and stowed under the...

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