Air Creation BioniX 15, Pilot Operating Handbook

Page 1: ...rsion 0030 1 Pilot s Operating Handbook Wing Type B Bi io on ni iX X 1 15 5 615 Route de l Aérodrome 07200 Lanas France Telephone 33 0 4 75 93 66 66 Fax 33 0 4 75 35 04 03 info aircreation fr http www aircreation fr ...

Page 2: ...d Load Trikes Adjustment 7 4 3 Performance at Maximum Take Off Weight 9 5 Instructions for Use 10 5 1 Rigging 10 5 1 1 Assembly 10 Figure 5 1 EasyFit Tighteners 10 Figure 5 2 Path of Tensioning Cables 10 Figure 5 3 Wing Tip Fin Fasteners 11 Figure 5 4 Central Trailing Edge Batten 11 Figure 5 5 Placement of Fairings 11 Figure 5 6 Closing the Velcros 11 5 1 2 Disassembly 12 5 2 Preflight Check 12 5 ...

Page 3: ...GDMUBI15 1G Version 0030 3 6 Appendix 21 6 1 Wing Quality Form 21 ...

Page 4: ...ublication The latest amendments to this manual will be issued on the Air Création website http www aircreation fr in PDF format This should be printed out and added to the manual The amendment table should at that time be updated with the appropriate details and date Therefore it is important for operators to check the website regularly for any amendments that have been made If any errors or omis...

Page 5: ...red without authority from Air Creation All pilots should read this manual before flying as pilot in command of the aircraft to which it refers This manual is not intended to teach you how to fly the aircraft Learning to fly should be accomplished under the supervision of a suitably qualified flight instructor experienced in flying this type of aircraft What this manual will do is provide the info...

Page 6: ...GDMUBI15 1G Version 0030 6 3 2 3 Perspective Diagram Figure 3 1 BioniX in 3 Perspectives ...

Page 7: ...he BioniX 15 wing Trike Lst Skypper 582 S Lst Skypper 912 S TANARG 582 TANARG 912 TANARG 912 S ES Empty weight 203 kg 224 kg 226 kg 223 kg 242 kg 244 kg 239 kg 448 lbs 494 lbs 498 lbs 492 lbs 534 lbs 538 lbs 527 lbs Useful load with BRS parachute 259 5 kg 238 5 kg 236 5 kg 239 5 kg 220 5 kg 218 5 kg 223 5 kg 572 lbs 526 lbs 521 lbs 528 lbs 486 lbs 482 lbs 493 lbs Useful load w o parachute 247 kg 2...

Page 8: ...bsolutely positive in yaw in order to guarantee the stability at high speed Then progressive tests will be performed to check the adaptation wing trike especially concerning the position of the control bar and the thrust line height The necessary engine power for safe two seater flight should be at least 60 HP Check during fitting whether the trike propeller stays clear of the lower rear longitudi...

Page 9: ...limb rate 3 3 m s 4 6 m s 5 6 m s 3 3 m s 4 6 m s 5 6 m s 5 1 m s 650 ft mn 906 ft mn 1102 ft mn 650 ft mn 906 ft mn 1102 ft mn 1004 ft mn Recommended approach speed 85 km h 85 km h 85 km h 85 km h 85 km h 85 km h 53 mph 53 mph 53 mph 53 mph 53 mph 53 mph Landing distance from 50 ft height 150 m 150 m 150 m 150 m 150 m 150 m 492 ft 492 ft 492 ft 492 ft 492 ft 492 ft Max L D ratio 8 5 8 5 9 9 9 9 M...

Page 10: ...r sail bent battens in their respective pockets and tension the sail by fastening the Easyfit tighteners Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 EasyFit Tighteners Figure 5 2 Path of Tensioning Cables 8 Pull the cross tube swan catch tensioner towards the trailing edge inside the triangle formed by the retaining strap of the central battens on the keel behind the king post and under the pulleys blocks of the CORSET...

Page 11: ...the two zippers of the neoprene central link Insert the trailing edge tensioning batten in the nylon slots at the ends of the two central battens by pulling back Figure 5 4 16 When connecting the trike slip the security fastening cable behind the kingpost then through the loop in the security strap aligned with the front of the kingpost behind the kingpost again and then fix it to the beam of the ...

Page 12: ...e tensioning device lever and slip it inside the sail at the front of the kingpost foot to avoid tearing any part of the sail or the frame while closing the leading edges Never release the tension of the wing without first removing the tip fins and the carbon battens of the wing tips 5 2 Preflight Check The wing preflight check will be easier if made before lifting the wing above the trike The fol...

Page 13: ...ning system at the end of the keel the nuts and bolts the correct position and security of the push pin 14 Check the condition of the elastic central link of the upper surface the fitting of the central tensioning batten of the trailing edge and the security of the central zippers by means of the split rings 15 Check the Velcro closures of the keel pocket and under surface the condition and securi...

Page 14: ...l handling will only be reached after about 10 flight hours and roll control will be stiffer during the first flights Do not fly without the nose bonnet This streamlining has considerable effect over pitch and roll stability of the wing Its lack alters the internal pressure of the sail which may result in great modifications of the airfoil shape 5 3 2 Controls Control bar Pushing the control bar f...

Page 15: ...e bird at high speed icon located on the base of the control lever Figure 5 7 To decrease trim speed push and turn the control lever counterclockwise Minimum speed is attained when the fine cord reaches the front end of the opening next to the bird at low speed icon Do not try to turn the lever beyond this position in order not to effect an inverted reeling of the fine cord For takeoff and landing...

Page 16: ...e on the ground A short landing requires a slow approach speed ranging from 75 km h to 80 km h 47 mph to 50 mph Raise the nose a few meters from the ground in order to touch down at stalling speed Brake and pull the control bar to the maximum in order to obtain more aerodynamic braking once the rear wheels have touched ground If conditions are gusty or a strong wind gradient is suspected use a hig...

Page 17: ...kt sec obtained by progressively pushing the control bar out Pilots should also be aware that as with all aircraft overloading with baggage heavy occupants will increase stalling speed as well as the usual drawbacks of reduced performance maneuverability and structural safety margins Behavior in strong wind Once grounded and motionless Park the aircraft perpendicular to the direction of the wind w...

Page 18: ...ng the recommended technique is to move the bar back after landing and apply light to moderate braking This eliminates any tendency to bounce and ensures good contact pressure between tire and runway surface This technique of applying aerodynamic loading to increase ground pressure and hence braking efficiency during landing roll is also appropriate for short field landing Remember that crosswind ...

Page 19: ...duces maneuverability at slow speeds The simple presence of raindrops scattered on the leading edge of the wing before or during flight increases stall speed by a factor of up to 10 We recommend wiping the fabric of the leading edge with an absorbent cloth if such conditions are observed before flight During flight so long as raindrops are present on the windshield of the trike one must expect a h...

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Page 21: ...working on their improvement and we are in need of your help Please return this reply form accurately filled in if you find any issues or problems concerning your trike that could affect its quality or finish even if it is a minor matter Name Address Telephone E Mail Type of Wing Trike Delivery Date Wing Serial Number Colors of Wing Distributor Hours Flown Problems noticed explanations and or draw...

Page 22: ...GDMUBI15 1G Version 0030 22 615 Route de l Aérodrome 07200 Lanas France Telephone 33 0 4 75 93 66 66 Fax 33 0 4 75 35 04 03 info aircreation fr http www aircreation fr ...