AEROPRAKT-32 Pilot Operating Handbook
A32-214-POH
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8
Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing
8.1 Introduction
This section contains recommendations on aircraft ground handling and servicing important
for safe and efficient operation of this aircraft. Besides owners/pilots should keep contact
with the aircraft manufacturer in order to obtain in time all service bulletins relevant to their
aircraft.
8.2 Towing, parking and tie-down instructions
A32 may be towed manually or using any suitable towing device (tow powerbar, car, etc.).
Before towing the airplane, make sure that the parking brake is off and the wheels are not
blocked by chocks or anything else.
When towing use strong areas of the airplane structure for pulling/pushing, e.g. propeller
blades near the spinner, wing struts near their attachment points, nose wheel axle for
attaching a towing bar.
Avoid maneuvering the airplane by pushing against its fuselage/wing/empennage skins or
cockpit glazing to prevent damaging them.
Fig. 25. Tie-down ring
