AutoGyro Cavalon, Pilot Operating Handbook

Page 1: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon Rotax 915 IS...

Page 2: ...AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 Pre pages 1 Pilot Operating Handbook for Gyroplane Cavalon 915iS...

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Page 5: ...AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 Pre pages 4 REVISION LOG Rev Inserted by Date Signature 1 0 AutoGyro GmbH 08 MAY 2019...

Page 6: ...2 2 2 3 Colour Code for Instrument Markings 2 3 2 4 Airspeed Limitations and Instrument Markings 2 4 2 5 Rotor Speed Limitations and Instrument Markings 2 4 2 6 Power Plant Limitations and Instrument...

Page 7: ...rocedure 4 10 4 9 Take off Run 4 12 4 10 Climb 4 12 4 11 Cruise 4 13 4 12 Descent 4 13 4 13 Approach 4 13 4 14 Landing 4 14 4 15 Go around 4 14 4 16 After Landing 4 14 4 17 Engine Shut down 4 15 4 18...

Page 8: ...7 4 7 7 Propeller 7 4 7 8 Rotor System 7 5 7 9 Vibration Damping 7 5 7 10 Flight Controls 7 5 7 11 Electrical System 7 8 7 12 Lighting System 7 10 7 13 Electrical circuit protection 7 11 7 14 Avionic...

Page 9: ...2 9 1 8 Handling and Servicing 3 9 2 Lights 1 9 2 1 General 1 9 2 2 Limitations 1 9 2 3 Emergency Procedures 1 9 2 4 Normal Procedures 1 9 2 5 Performance 1 9 2 6 Weight and Balance 1 9 2 7 System De...

Page 10: ...Handling and Servicing 1 9 10 Mobility Equipment i 9 10 1 General i 9 10 2 through 9 10 3 i 9 10 4 Normal Procedures i 9 10 5 through 9 11 6 i 9 10 7 System Description i 9 10 8 Handling and Servicing...

Page 11: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon Table of Contents List of Effective Pages AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 Index LOEP 6 Customer Feedback Form Incident Reporting Form...

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Page 13: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon Table of Contents List of Effective Pages AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 Index LOEP 8 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 14: ...Introduction 1 1 1 2 Certification 1 1 1 3 Performance Data and Operating Procedures 1 1 1 4 Definition of Terms 1 2 1 5 Important Note 1 2 1 6 Three view of the Cavalon 1 3 1 7 Description 1 4 1 8 T...

Page 15: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 1 GENERAL AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 1 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 16: ...the Maintenance Manual and in SECTION 8 of this manual Note that depending on the kind of operation type of maintenance activity or component involved the competent authority may dictate qualified pe...

Page 17: ...of the appropriate procedure or condition could result in damage to or destruction of equipment NOTE A note stresses the attention for a special circumstance which is essential to emphasize 1 5 Import...

Page 18: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 1 GENERAL AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 1 3 1 6 Three view of the Cavalon...

Page 19: ...es Rudder controlled with cables Rudder and stabilizer surfaces made of CRP carbon fibre 1 8 Technical Data Length 4 73 m Width 1 77 m Height 2 77 m Empty weight 300 0 kg nominal when equipped for nig...

Page 20: ...t Fuel injected 2 electrical fuel pumps Electronic dual ignition Propeller speed reduction unit engine mount assembly Electric starter 12V 0 6kW Air intake system exhaust system Slipper clutch 1 11 Pr...

Page 21: ...yro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 1 6 1 12 Unit Conversion Multiply by to obtain kts knots 1 852 km h km h kilometres per hour 0 54 kts mph miles per hour 1 61 km h km h kilome...

Page 22: ...ed Propeller CT Coolant Temperature DA Density Altitude DOM Date of Manufacture DULV Deutscher UltraLeichtflugVerband e V Empty Wt Empty Weight of the gyroplane including oil cooling liquid and unusab...

Page 23: ...duced Oscillation POH Pilot Operating Handbook RH Right Hand RFM Rotorcraft Flight Manual RON Research Octane Number RPM Revolutions Per Minute Sec Second sqm Square metres TAS True AirSpeed calibrate...

Page 24: ...lot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 1 GENERAL AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 1 9 VY Speed for best rate of climb and maximum endurance W B Weight and Balance yrs yea...

Page 25: ...kings 2 4 2 6 Power Plant Limitations and Instrument Markings 2 5 2 7 Weight and Balance 2 7 2 7 1 Weight Limits 2 7 2 7 2 Centre of Gravity CG Limits 2 7 2 7 3 Demonstrated Structural Load Factors 2...

Page 26: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 2 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 27: ...aintained during all flight manoeuvres Do not perform any manoeuvres resulting in the sensation of feeling light or near weightless WARNING Smoking on board is prohibited CAUTION This gyroplane has be...

Page 28: ...e quality the level of guaranteed service is less than that with a certified aircraft and pilot operators must consider this in their flight planning In common with other aircraft of this type the Cav...

Page 29: ...WARNING Do not consider flying in the likelihood of severe weather Thunderstorms may develop rapidly with the risk of heavy precipitation or hail severe turbulence with strong vertical air movements...

Page 30: ...eed Yellow arc 0 30 km h 0 20 mph 0 15 KIAS WARNING The maximum speed VNE must never be exceeded WARNING Depending on installed optional equipment VNE may be lower Supplemental information in SECTION...

Page 31: ...RPM There is a marked point at 2 500rpm This indicates the LANE A and LANE B check rpm Engine Oil Temperature Marking Maximum oil temperature Red radial 130 C Yellow arc 110 130 C Normal range Green a...

Page 32: ...bar allowed only for a short period at cold start Oil pressure at engine speed 3500rpm 2 0 bar 29 psi 5 bar 72 5 psi max 7 bar allowed only for a short period at cold start NOTE Operating the engine b...

Page 33: ...ghing less than 65 kg must carry corresponding ballast during solo operation which may be located in the baggage compartment around the occupant in a form such as sheet lead under the seat cushion or...

Page 34: ...are considered to be aerobatic flight Low G manoeuvres are prohibited WARNING Any maneuver resulting in a low G near weightless condition can result in a catastrophic loss of lateral roll control in c...

Page 35: ...of the mentioned fuels is available consult the corresponding European Standard EN228 as a reference The fuel needs to be assessed at least in the octane number and the maximum ethanol content equal o...

Page 36: ...According to the most recent engine manufacturer s maintenance manual NOTE When operating primarily on leaded AVGAS fuel it is recommended to make a change of engine oil every 25 operating hours 2 10...

Page 37: ...ndicator Alternate static pressure system Gyroscopic bank and pitch indicator Aspen EFD1000 PFD or VFR PFD Gyroscopic direction indicator Aspen EFD1000 PFD or VFR PFD Vertical speed indicator Secondar...

Page 38: ...her Limitations This aircraft shall be flown by day and under Visual Flight Rules only Smoking in the aircraft is prohibited For an aircraft equipped for Night VFR flight OPERATING LIMITATIONS Aerobat...

Page 39: ...tre instrument panel and adjacent to each seat OCCUPANT WARNING This aircraft has not been certified to an international requirement At each storage compartment behind seats At fuel filler neck On oil...

Page 40: ...oth static ports Fitted to the doors inside Fitted to the doors outside Fitted to the instrument panel Continuously lit Low Volt lamp indicates electrical demand exceeds supply and the battery is bein...

Page 41: ...acard COMPASS DEVIATION For N 30 60 Set For E 120 150 Set For S 210 240 Set For W 300 330 Set Calibration by date Do not rely on this display Day VMC only GPS unit not for navigational use The unit so...

Page 42: ...ircraft serial number UK Cavalons are fitted with a fireproof plate with the aircraft registration number and UK serial no marked on it on front of the instrument panel Other markets may require speci...

Page 43: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 2 17 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 44: ...equipment failure 3 7 3 12 Door open in flight 3 9 3 13 Warning and Caution Lights 3 9 3 13 1 GEN orange or Low Volt orange Indicator Light 3 9 3 13 2 Low Volt 3 10 3 13 3 Fire red if installed 3 10 3...

Page 45: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 3 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 46: ...ced landing cannot be safely executed The most common cause for engine failure is still improper fuel management 3 1 Engine Failure In case of an engine failure the following action is recommended Eng...

Page 47: ...liding distance to areas where a safe forced landing can be performed in case of an engine failure A landing in high trees or open waters may end with a serious accident NOTE The best engine off glide...

Page 48: ...leave the aircraft while the propeller or the rotors are turning If abandoning the aircraft in an emergency the pilot should turn off the engine LANE switches and turn the master switch to OFF if thi...

Page 49: ...and severe rotor vibrations Select a suitable landing site from safe altitude considering slope wind speed and direction Fly a reconnaissance pattern to check for obstacles especially power lines wire...

Page 50: ...he trim system runs to one extreme and pushes the control stick accordingly Although the average pilot is able to resist the out of trim stick force and continue to fly the aircraft it may be possible...

Page 51: ...e propeller gets dirty and will also increase if damaged A sudden change in flight will indicate a fault has developed either through an impact loose luggage bird strike etc passing through the propel...

Page 52: ...speed and payload Altimeter failure In a gyroplane it is reasonably easy to judge height If in controlled airspace ensure the controlling authority is informed to prevent traffic conflict Otherwise co...

Page 53: ...always cross check to predicted fuel burn Low fuel light will light as a backup Sudden large deflections are normally unlikely with the exception of loss of pressure readings Canbus note The engine p...

Page 54: ...generator supplemental to GEN2 for aux equipment All lamps are normally lit when the engine is stationary or at very low rpm These lamps are normally not lit in flight but may be seen to pulse gently...

Page 55: ...gency procedure Smoke and Fire and Flight Manual Supplement The Fire Warning system works by constantly checking the resistance of a special cable mounted in both the engine bay and in the battery and...

Page 56: ...Pressure Indication red Lighting up of the Oil Pressure Indication signals a problem within the lubrication system which is characterised by a drop of oil pressure to or below 0 8 bar If Oil Pressure...

Page 57: ...IVE ACTION Engine Oil Temperature Upper limit or yellow arc Reduce power and increase air speed If condition cannot be corrected land as soon as practicable Lower limit Allow engine to warm up on grou...

Page 58: ...vident carry out a precautionary landing 3 18 Landing with a Deflated Tyre Plan to land directly into the wind with minimum rate of descent at touch down if possible on a grass runway Maintain directi...

Page 59: ...t to the next possible landing area Depending on the prop position your descent will look different and a go around is probably not possible During descent Depending on the prop position in case of cr...

Page 60: ...12 Descent 4 13 4 13 Approach 4 13 4 14 Landing 4 14 4 15 Go around 4 14 4 16 After Landing 4 14 4 17 Engine Shut down 4 15 4 18 Parking 4 16 4 19 Special Procedure Short Field Take off 4 16 4 20 Spec...

Page 61: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 4 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 62: ...ering required legal aspects as well as SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE and SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE of this manual The use of check lists as provided in this manual is mandatory for a safe operation 4 3 Da...

Page 63: ...e Exterior check Station 1 engine RH side Open upper engine cowling Before turning prop LANE switches Check OFF Engine oil level Check Dip stick and oil cap Installed and secure Coolant level Check le...

Page 64: ...o leaks fittings tight General inspection of engine bay interior All equipment secure Close upper engine cowling Station 5 main gear spring spar LH LH Main wheel tyre Check Air pressure and slip mark...

Page 65: ...rol stick bolts and nuts or Quick pins if fitted Secured Monocoque structure condition Check Loose objects Removed secured Door hinge s Quick pin installed and secure Door window Check no cracks NAV l...

Page 66: ...tie down bag Removed and stowed Pilot station Loose objects Removed Items in storage compartment Secure NOTE When checking the oil level the level should be in the upper half between the 50 and the ma...

Page 67: ...via a suitable strap 4 5 Before Starting Engine Pedals Adjusted and locked Seat adjustment Adjusted and fastenings tight Seat belts Fastened Flight controls Free Doors Check closed and locked 4 6 Sta...

Page 68: ...pump Pump 2 OFF ensures engine runs with single pump Generator switching Increase engine rpm above 2400 rpm hold for 8 secs Electronic Airspeed indicator and altimeter ON Avionics Radio Intercom ON A...

Page 69: ...t Turn back on and wait for warning lamp to extinguish within 3 secs Perform check with right hand while left hand resides on throttle brake Return the throttle to 2000rpm Repeat these checks at 4500r...

Page 70: ...ross check closed and locked Approach and runway Clear then line up For night flight Use nose landing lights to taxi and under body landing light for take off Anti collision navigation and strobe lamp...

Page 71: ...peller static thrust generated may be causing the aircraft to slide with wheels locked depending on the runway surface and payload If sliding starts reduce power If the rpm is not sufficient for take...

Page 72: ...vertorqing will occur if RPM power is fed excessively or abruptly In case of a stalling engine release pre rotator button temporarily Do not yank the throttle control while the clutch is engaged CAUTI...

Page 73: ...nment with sensitive pedal input Maintain attitude until speed increases and gyroplane lifts off at about 80kmh 50mph 45KIAS depending on loading and rotor Allow gyroplane to build up speed in ground...

Page 74: ...ng and handling procedure 4 13 Approach Switch ON second fuel pump Pump 2 Set variable pitch propeller if installed to FINE MAX RPM Check all warning and caution indications OFF Check all instruments...

Page 75: ...ing left or right and with a run on speed will cause the wheel to grab in that direction If left uncorrected the aircraft will try to turn in that direction possibly resulting in a roll over Always lo...

Page 76: ...y or substantial damage to the aircraft or other structure CAUTION Try to park the blades fore aft of the aircraft to avoid high stick loads in roll when taxying Depress the pre rotator interlock rele...

Page 77: ...term parking of the aircraft with empty tanks This will increase the risk of water accumulation in the tanks and will lead to shrinking of the rubber tank seals 4 19 Special Procedure Short Field Take...

Page 78: ...wet and or misted wind shield or windows Failure or faulty operation of avionics and instrumentation eg water in the pitot tube Pilot disorientation especially in snow Increased wear and tear of some...

Page 79: ...e to cool down at 3000 rpm for about 30 sec before turning it off Make sure that the master switch starter key has been turned to OFF and back to ON and that both LANE switches are switched back ON wi...

Page 80: ...seat must be locked in the rearmost position respectively by the lower countersunk Allen bolts and the upper telescopic tube see 7 17 Seats and Seat Belts Left flight control stick must be removed Dur...

Page 81: ...arachutist puts on his helmet 4 Parachutist opens his seat belt and stows it behind the left seat 5 Parachutist turns 90 to the left into exit position legs are gently guided out the cabin and are hun...

Page 82: ...ctices to keep noise level low and general acceptance high are Climb with the speed for best rate of climb VY as soon as altitude permits Especially in climb keep side slip to a minimum to establish a...

Page 83: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 4 22 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 84: ...rspeed Correction 5 1 5 3 Height Velocity Diagram 5 2 5 4 Speeds 5 3 5 5 Rate of Climb 5 3 5 6 Take off and Landing Data 5 3 5 7 Influence on Take off Distance and Climb Rate 5 5 5 8 Sink Rate and Gli...

Page 85: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 5 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 86: ...ler The parameters apply to standard conditions 15 C at sea level and standard pressure and a gross mass of 500 kg Note that operation at 560kg MTOW a higher airfield elevation increased temperature a...

Page 87: ...am The H V diagram indicates combinations of height and speed avoid area left side of the red graph where a safe landing may not be possible in case of an engine failure Therefore operation on the lef...

Page 88: ...is unreliable Further rotor rpm will be reduced due to the aircraft being partially supported on engine thrust ROTOR RPM MUST BE MAINTAINED ABOVE 280 Take great care especially when flying at light w...

Page 89: ...engine at a gross mass of 560 kg at an even air strip with short grass and pre rotation to 300 RPM Take off distances are to clear a 15 m obstacle Take off roll 90 100 m Take off distance HTC prop 30...

Page 90: ...nfluence on Take off Distance and Climb Rate All flight performance figures presented in this chapter are based on standard atmospheric conditions in sea level Depending on actual temperature and pres...

Page 91: ...CTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 5 6 Example Given Outside Air Temperature 28 C and Pressure Altitude 3500 ft Result 88 increase in take off di...

Page 92: ...1 Fuel Flow The following fuel flow figures are provided as estimates and do not constitute certified performance Exact fuel flow will vary with environmental conditions cleanliness of propeller and r...

Page 93: ...evving Throttle back or increase propeller pitch where a variable pitch propeller is fitted Rotor rpm will rise by approximately 90rpm This will increase disc inertia and may effect the rotor vibratio...

Page 94: ...SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 6 i CONTENTS 6 1 General 6 1 6 2 Weight and Balance Record 6 1 6 3 Compliance with Weight and Balance 6 1 6...

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Page 96: ...weight and balance is provided if the gyroplane is loaded within the individual weight limitations for each station as provided in SECTION 2 of this manual and the maximum allowable cockpit loading bo...

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Page 98: ...6 Power Plant 7 4 7 7 Propeller 7 4 7 8 Rotor System 7 5 7 9 Vibration Damping 7 5 7 10 Flight Controls 7 5 7 11 Electrical System 7 8 7 12 Lighting System 7 10 7 12 1 Instrument panel lighting 7 10 7...

Page 99: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 7 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 100: ...rs Windows and Exits This gyroplane features one large undivided glazed canopy and two hinged doors with locking mechanism at the left hand and right hand side The locking mechanism can be operated fr...

Page 101: ...r the suspension bow allowing easy access for drainage Allows close properly after inspection The unit is accessible inside the engine cowls for access to the internal filter 7 5 Pneumatic System Airc...

Page 102: ...3 bar When activated the pneumatic clutch is activated and engine torque is transmitted through a 90 gearbox and drive to the pinion which is engaged by another small pneumatic actuator into the geare...

Page 103: ...re CT indication is provided in the cockpit Sufficient cooling air flow is provided by a ram air duct The water cooling system comprises of engine driven pump radiator with thermo activated electrical...

Page 104: ...he teeter block Servicing is described in SECTION 8 of this manual 7 9 Vibration Damping A certain level of vibration is inherent to any 2 bladed rotor system In order to reduce vibration levels to a...

Page 105: ...ls are interconnected The nose wheel steering is directly linked to pedal rudder control input by redirected cables Both pairs of pedals can be adjusted to suit different leg lengths A shorter adjustm...

Page 106: ...he right and vice versa Throttle and brake panel The throttle and brake panel and cabin heat cabin temp control is located on the left side of the pilot station in the centre panel Throttle control 1...

Page 107: ...trical power supply is vital for continued engine operation as this engine variant solely relies on electrically driven fuel pumps and engine ECU GEN1 is used by the engine only GEN2 is used to supply...

Page 108: ...ains off The aircraft is optionally fitted with a cabin heater This comprises a small radiator mounted behind the instrument panel The radiator is heated with water from the engine cooling circuit The...

Page 109: ...tal lights illuminate the lower centre panel One flexible stalk mounted pedestal light illuminates the right CB and switch panel The optional clock is self illuminated with auto dimming of LEDs The ra...

Page 110: ...lamps CB Inst panel Radio 5A Radio transceiver CB Inst panel Transponder 5A Transponder CB Inst panel EFIS 10A Aspen PFD VFR or other display CB Inst panel Alt Aux 10A Accessory instruments CB Inst pa...

Page 111: ...ION Do not reset CB s in flight unless essential for continued safe flight 7 14 Avionics Radio Option fit is the Funkwerk ATR833 MkI approval no EASA 21O 0193 MkII approval number EASA 210 10062108 fo...

Page 112: ..._Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 7 13 Remark Depending on the market a Radio Operators licence may be required to allow use of the radio and a Radio Installation licence may be requi...

Page 113: ...constant oversight and awareness WARNING All GPS and or EFIS display units requires regular updating of the displays and potentially the basic software itself It is the operators responsibility to ens...

Page 114: ...MAY 2019 7 15 NOTE The cockpit panel detail layouts may vary from those shown Each panel has an additional Battery Backup switch covered by a red flip up cover For emergency use in the event of a ful...

Page 115: ...inder head temperature 25 Pneumatic mode selector 7 Oil temperature 26 12V power receptacle if installed 8 Magnetic compass 27 Master starter switch 9 Warning lights 28 Trim brake pressure gauge 10 La...

Page 116: ...26 Air speed indicator 11 LANE switches 27 Attitude Indicator or VSI if installed 12 12V power receptacle if installed 28 Altimeter 13 Pneumatic mode selector 29 Water temp if fitted 14 ATC transponde...

Page 117: ...tic mode selector 7 Hour meter 26 LANE switches 8 Circuit Breaker Panel 27 Trim brake pressure gauge 9 Switches avionic and 2nd fuel pump 28 12V power receptacle 10 Switches options 29 Master starter...

Page 118: ...17 12V power receptacle if installed 4 Lateral trim indicator 18 Master starter switch 5 Air speed indicator 19 Audio in if installed 6 Altimeter 20 Pre rotator overdrive override 7 Cut out 57mm 2 for...

Page 119: ...acle if installed 3 Warning lights 15 Master starter switch 4 Lateral trim indicator 16 Trim brake pressure gauge 5 Air speed indicator 17 Audio in if installed OAT indicator 6 Altimeter 18 Pre rotato...

Page 120: ...de 7 Cut out 57mm 2 for optional inst 21 Garmin G3X Glass Cockpit 8 Garmin comms panel 22 Hour meter 9 VP Prop control 23 Circuit Breaker Panel 10 Alternative transponder location 24 Switches 11 Vent...

Page 121: ...le of the cockpit 7 17 Intercom The standard intercom system features standard headset sockets TSR Tip Ring Sleeve with additional XLR 3 socket for active headset power supply Sockets are provided at...

Page 122: ...eds above 5000 RPM and rotor speed below 200 RPM attempted take off run with the risk of blade flapping NOTE If the stick is pulled back more than 5degrees the pre rotator clutch will automatically di...

Page 123: ...ed temperature the insulation layer will melt and the embedded wires close contact A possible fire circuit closed with low resistance will be indicated by a flashing blinking Fire indicator light in t...

Page 124: ...t Level 8 4 8 8 Tyre Pressure 8 4 8 9 Lubrication and Greasing 8 4 8 10 Replenishing of Fluids 8 5 8 10 1 Engine oil 8 5 8 10 2 Engine coolant 8 5 8 11 Engine Air Filter 8 5 8 12 Propeller 8 5 8 13 Ba...

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Page 126: ...ant organisation For engine maintenance and overhaul refer to the engine manufacturer s manual Special inspections have to be performed by an authorized and qualified maintenance centre or the manufac...

Page 127: ...ibly with mild cleaning additives To clean the rotor it is best to soak contamination with a cloth or towel wipe with soft or micro fibre cloth and rinse thoroughly with water A clean canopy aids safe...

Page 128: ...oth LANE switches are switched off The oil level is measured with the aircraft in a level attitude and should be between the marks on the dipstick Open oil tank access cover remove oil reservoir cap a...

Page 129: ...s have been filled with nitrogen The mainwheels are fitted with the heavier duty Sava 4 00 8C B13 71J 6PR TT tyres for operation at 560Kg MTOW The nose wheel is fitted with tyre size 400 4 or the heav...

Page 130: ...variable pitch propeller If in doubt or if damage is obvious consult the aircraft manufacturer or a qualified maintenance station Minor chips may be repaired Consult the AMM for detail or propeller ma...

Page 131: ...o freezing against the wheels and stopping them from turning Always use loctite 243 on wheel spat centre bolt CAUTION Operation of the aircraft on very slippery surfaces requires great care the aircra...

Page 132: ...thicknesses may differ and it is essential that they are reinstalled on the correct side They are marked with dots to identify the correct side 6 Remove the rotor system to one side by letting it res...

Page 133: ...first blade by counter holding the corresponding bolt head to prevent it from turning inside the blade holes 3 Push out all fitting bolts 4 without any force but use no more than a gentle tapping if...

Page 134: ...mber to clamping profile and blade Insert fitting bolts without using force so that the bolt end is on top when the rotor system is installed For re identification and correct installation position th...

Page 135: ...he aircraft has the hub bar on his shoulder and climbs the ladder with the rotor across the aircraft The rotor is then lifted over the teeter tower and lowered into place 5 The second person can let g...

Page 136: ...through the axle For container transport or shipping use the mast tie down kit option Furthermore it is recommended to protect the gyroplane against external elements The rotor blades must be packed...

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Page 138: ...2019 9 i SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS LIST OF SUPPLEMENTS 9 1 Variable Pitch Propeller Woodcomp KW 30 9 2 Lights 9 3 GPS Moving Map Systems 9 4 Fire Indication 9 6 ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter 9 7 Remov...

Page 139: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 140: ...eller procedure provided in SECTION 3 for the standard aircraft 9 1 4 Normal Procedures 9 1 4 1 Set Propeller to FINE In order to set the propeller to FINE for start up take off and approach press the...

Page 141: ...nstrument markings see 2 6 during functional check 9 1 5 Performance A fuel flow gauge is provided so that the aircraft operator can judge the optimum fuel flow rpm setting See also the Rotax engine o...

Page 142: ...erating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 1 Variable Pitch Propeller KW 30 AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 1 3 9 1 8 Handling and Servicing Refer to the manufacturer s docume...

Page 143: ...y from behind such as on approach It is therefore highly recommended that navigation and strobe lights are switched on during flight 9 2 5 Performance No change to standard aircraft 9 2 6 Weight and B...

Page 144: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 2 Lights AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 2 2 9 2 8 Handling and Servicing No change to standard aircraft...

Page 145: ...e gyroplane can be equipped with different GPS Moving Map Systems as optional equipment NOTE Any moving map system is to be used for reference only and does not replace proper flight planning and cons...

Page 146: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 3 GPS Moving Map Systems AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 3 2 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 147: ...e contact Engine fire circuit short closed low resistance will be indicated by a flashing blinking Fire indicator light in the Warning and Caution Panel During normal operation circuit closed normal r...

Page 148: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 4 Engine Fire Indication AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 4 2 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 149: ...tate temperature off shore Consider to squawk 7700 if transponder is installed and to make an emergency call When on ground inform ATC any nearby tower or any station via 121 5 MHz or frequency approp...

Page 150: ...operation type of the aircraft number of passengers type of emergency The 406 MHz message is transmitted to the COSPAS SARSAT satellites and is downloaded to one of the 64 ground stations The aircraft...

Page 151: ...nstallation of a door 1 Open door 2 Holding the door pull gas spring off the ball joint on fuselage 3 Lower the door pull quick pins out of the door hinges and remove door 4 Store door at an adequate...

Page 152: ...andbook Cavalon SECTION 9 7 Removal Installation of Doors AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 7 2 No change to standard aircraft 9 7 8 Handling and Servicing No change to...

Page 153: ...1 General Depending on customer s configuration the gyroplane can be equipped with optional flight instructor throttle lever The instructor throttle lever allows an ergonomic left handed throttle cont...

Page 154: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 8 Instructor Throttle Lever AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 8 2 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 155: ...temperatures hot and high 9 9 2 Limitations 9 9 3 Emergency Procedures No change to standard aircraft 9 9 4 Normal Procedures No change to standard aircraft 9 9 5 Performance No change to standard air...

Page 156: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Cavalon SECTION 9 9 Altern Rotor System 8 8 m AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 9 9 2 INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 157: ...t control horn is designed to control rolling and pitching conventionally additionally it replaces the use of pedals for yawing Operation of the control horn and control horn movements are shown in th...

Page 158: ...tional flight control procedures foot pedals rudder from the left seat In the right hand footwell the pedal sliding block is mounted on an adapter plate which positions the pedal unit further forward...

Page 159: ...main Easy On the Controls 10 2 Strobe Lights On For Your Own and Other s Safety 10 2 Propellers and Rotors Can Be Extremely Dangerous 10 2 Power Lines and Cables Are Deadly 10 2 Loss of Visibility Can...

Page 160: ...Pilot Operating Handbook Error Reference source not found SECTION 10 SAFETY TIPS AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS Revision 1 0 Issue Date 08 MAY 2019 10 ii INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Page 161: ...to maintain aerodynamic alignment and to compensate for power induced yaw couplings by anticipation as a conditioned reflex A note to training facilities and flight instructors Due to their reduced di...

Page 162: ...propeller in case of a brake failure or an operating error Be sure ground personnel or onlookers don t walk into the propeller or main rotor Mind the spinning rotor and propeller when taxiing close t...

Page 163: ...ying surface interferes with normal depth perception and may cause a pilot to misjudge his height above the water MAINTAIN SAFETY ALTITUDE At ALL TIMES Conversion Pilots Constitute High Risk When Flyi...

Page 164: ...hts The accidents occur because individuals other than the pilot are allowed to manipulate the controls without being properly prepared or indoctrinated If a student begins to lose control of the airc...

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