P92 Classic Jabiru
M a i n t e n a n c e M a n u a l
INSPECTIONS
AND SERVICING
Page B-2
Date
:
Issue 3: 4
th
July 2011
Section B
1.
GROUND HANDLING
Moving the aircraft on ground is accomplished by pushing on the wing struts close to
wing attachments or by pulling on the propeller blades close to hub. Aircraft can be
steered using the rudder or, for sharp turns, by lowering the tail to raise nose wheel off the
ground. In this case, owing to the favourable CG location, a gentle push on the tail cone
just ahead of empennage surfaces is all that’s needed. Avoid dragging nose wheel
sideways and do not attempt to counter any movement of the aircraft by handling it by its
wing tips.
2.
PARKING AND TIE DOWN
As a general precaution for outdoor parking, it is wise to position aircraft into the wind
and to set the parking brakes or chock the wheels if chocks are available.
In severe weather and high wind conditions, aircraft tie-down is recommended. Tie ropes
should be secured to the wing tie-down fittings located at the upper end of each wing
strut. Secure opposite end of ropes to ground anchors. Nose gear fork may be used as
fixing for forward tie-down.
Aircraft control stick should be locked using safety belts to prevent possible wind action
from causing control surfaces to hit end travel.
3.
JACKING
Given the low empty weight, jacking one of the main gear wheels can be accomplished
even without hydraulic jack. In fact, it is sufficient that one person lifts the wing tip in
proximity of the spar area before the tip, while another person positions a suitably high
support, like a wooden stand or block, under the leaf spring attachment. To avoid
scratching the paint, cover the stand or block with rubber or other suitable material.
In the event the leaf spring must be removed, the stand should be positioned under the
cabin, just ahead of the leaf spring as shown in figure B-1.
As general rule, apply force to aircraft structure only on main structural
elements such as frames, ribs or spars.
CAUTION