Never run the engine on the ground with the propeller turning unless you are doing so in a run up area and can
observe anyone or anything entering the danger area. It is recommended that the engine not be run for any long
periods whilst stationary on the ground. Possible damage to the engine may occur due to overheating.
Before starting your engine you should read and be familiar with the engine manual.
Run through the following checklist prior to starting the engine for each and every flight:
- Passenger briefing has been completed.
- Brakes in On / Park position.
- Tires - inflated and serviceable.
- Full and free movement of the wing when attached to the trike.
- Throttle - full and free movement.
- Wind - check direction and strength.
- Wires - secure and airworthy.
- Mixture - chokes off.
- Pins - fitted and secured.
- Fuel - On and sufficient.
- Instruments - check, set and operational.
- Switches - ignition check (all switches on).
- Chocks - removed (secured in ultralight).
- Harness and Helmet in place and secure.
- Remove a safety lock from the parachute.
Remember that the pilot in command has the ultimate responsibility for the airworthiness of the ultralight.
5.4 Fuelling
Fuel flow is from a single fuel tank fitted with a self-venting tube. The fuel tank has a water drain tap, which is
mounted at the bottom of the tank.
Never refuel if fuel could be spilled on hot engine components. Use only safety approved fuel containers
and never transport fuel in an unsafe manner.
The fuel system has an in-line fuel filter, which is mounted at the back of the tank. This filter can be easily
disassembled for cleaning and inspection
Fuel tank capacity
is 54 litres
A fuel gauge is provided on the instrument pannel. Its purpose is to provide the pilot with a visual indication of
the quantity of the remaining fuel. The calibration is valid for the ultralight sitting on level ground and indicates
total fuel.
WARNING
ENSURE THE ULTRALIGHT IS EARTHED TO AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE IGNITING FUEL DURING
THE REFUELLING OPERATION
5.5 Helmet Recommendation
The open cockpit of the Aeros-2/Cross Country exposes the occupants to the elements during flight and exposes
them to objects outside of the ultralight in an emergency situation.
Helmets and eye protection are recommended for occupants for protection from precipitation, strike by insects.
Helmets are also recommended for risk reduction during an emergency landing of the ultralight. The helmets
recommended for use in the ultralight are those certified for air sports.
