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NEXNO0901 MCR ULC
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3.6.2. Planned forced landing with engine running
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Proceed as for a normal landing
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Best glide ratio speed ...................................................................
134 km/h
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On final approach, unlock the canopy
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Approach speed on final .................................................................
85 km/h
Prior to touchdown:
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Magnetos
...........................................................................................
off
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Master
...........................................................................................
off
3.7. R
ECOVERY FROM UNINTENTIONAL SPIN
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Throttle
....................................................................................
reduce
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Flaps
.....................................................................................
retract
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Rudder
........................................................
opposite spin direction
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Elevator
...............................................................................
to neutral
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Aileron
...............................................................................
to neutral
3.8. P
ARACHUTE RESCUE SYSTEM OPERATION
(
IF FITTED
).
Please read the scenarios described in the manufacturer's manual before flying to understand the
situations that can justify the use of the safety parachute within the best conditions.
If necessary :
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Minimum altitude of parachute deployment .................
200m (656 ft) above flight surface
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Maximum speed of parachute deployment ...........................................................
270 km/h
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Safety pin .............................................................................................................
removed
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Engine .............................................................................................................................
off
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Pilot and copilot ...............................................................
check safety harness attaches
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Parachute handle ........................................................
take with full hand and pull firmly
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Pilot and copilot ...........................
protect faces and group members against the body
After landing and analysis of damage and possible injuries, evacuate the plane as soon as possible.
3.9. O
THER EMERGENCIES
3.9.1. Vibrations and erratic engine behaviour : likely causes.
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Contaminated fuel .................................
switch on the electric fuel pump
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Ignition : magneto switch .......................................................
"L", then "R",
..........................................................
then return to "BOTH"
Select the position that gives the smoothest running and land as soon as possible on the closest
runway.