AEROPRAKT-32 Pilot Operating Handbook
A32-240-POH
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Fig. 1 Airspeed Indicator markings
2.2 Operating weights and loading
Maximum takeoff weight: 450 kg (992 lb).
Empty weight: according to actual weighing.
Maximum fuel weight: 65 kg (143 lb)
– standard tanks; or 82 kg (181 lb) – optional tanks.
Maximum baggage weight (in container): 30 kg (66 lb).
Permissible CG range: 19 to 37 % of wing MAC (mean aerodynamic chord).
The airplane may be flown by 1 or 2 pilots. Total weight of pilots, fuel and baggage may not
exceed the maximum useful load (maximum takeoff weight less actual empty weight).
2.3 Service ceiling
Service ceiling of A-32 with Rotax-912ULS (100 hp) engine is equal to at least 5000 m
(16 000 ft).
However, A-32 has neither pressurized cockpit nor oxygen equipment and therefore may
not be used for high-altitude flight.
2.4 Maneuvering load factors
Limit load factors for the airplane at gross weight of 450 kg (992 lb) are as follows:
Maximum positive limit load factor +4.0
Maximum negative limit load factor -2.0
2.5 Approved maneuvers
A-32 airplane belongs to a non-aerobatic category. All maneuvers shall be done within its
airspeed and maneuvering load factor limits (G limits). Approved maneuvers include:
- turns with bank angles
up to 60°,
- level and accelerated stalls without spinning,
- diving at a speed below V
NE
of 230 km/h (143 mph, 124 kts) IAS.
Any aerobatics including intentional spinning is prohibited!
