ELA Aviacion ELA 10-Eclipse, Pilot Operator'S Handbook

Page 1: ...on V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 1 ELA AVIACION S L POL IND EL BLANQUILLO M7 P26 14290 FUENTE OBEJUNA CORDOBA SPAIN Phone 0034 957 58 51 75 Email technical su...

Page 2: ...nical including photocopying recording or by any information storage or retrieval system without permission from ELA Aviaci n S L WARNING Flying a gyroplane is a skill which requires proper tuition Do...

Page 3: ...ELA 10 Eclipse PILOT OPERATOR S HANDBOOK Version V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 3 Intentional left blank...

Page 4: ...2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 4 PILOT OPERATOR S HANDBOOK FOR ELA 10 Eclipse GYROPLANE Gyroplane model ELA 10 Eclipse Gyroplane serial N Engine model Rotax Engine serial N Registration m...

Page 5: ...ges identified by change bars in the margin Aircraft operators must ensure that amendments to their publication are effected immediately on receipt in accordance with the amendment instructions which...

Page 6: ...4 Technical data and performance 2 5 Engine 2 6 Gyroplane identification 2 7 Main parts 2 8 Controls Section III Operational limits 3 1 General 3 2 Speed limits 3 3 Aerobatic maneuvers 3 4 Weight and...

Page 7: ...e failure on take off above 150 ft 5 4 Engine failure in flight 5 5 Engine restart procedure 5 6 Smoke or fire on the ground 5 7 Engine or electrical fire or smoke in flight 5 8 Canopy open in flight...

Page 8: ...ELA 10 Eclipse PILOT OPERATOR S HANDBOOK Version V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 8 Intentional left blank...

Page 9: ...h the aircraft is legally cleared to fly Logically it cannot cover every possible situation which might occur With multiple emergencies unexpected bad weather difficult terrain etc the pilot s best ju...

Page 10: ...of engine failure The pilot in command is responsible in law for the safety of the aircraft and its passengers at all times In the knowledge that this risk has been accepted ELA Aviacion S L does not...

Page 11: ...ated airspeed corrected for altitude and temperature Vb Turbulence speed Design speed for maximum gust intensity Vne Never exceed speed Vy Best rate of climb speed Vx Best angle of climb speed WARNING...

Page 12: ...s 1 5 CONVERSION TABLE Temperature from Symbol to Symbol Factor Fahrenheit F Celsius C 5 9 F 32 Celsius C Fahrenheit F 9 5 C 32 Weight from to Kilograms kg Pounds lb 2 205 Pounds lb Kilograms kg 0 453...

Page 13: ...tance from to Kilometres Km Nautical Miles nm 0 540 Nautical miles nm Kilometres Km 1 852 Statute miles sm Nautical Miles nm 0 87 Nautical Miles nm Statute miles sm 1 15 Meters m Feet ft 3 281 Centime...

Page 14: ...is impossible for the machine to enter into a stall or a spin it has an unequalled flight safety record Its characteristic short take off and landing runs make it particularly suitable for operation...

Page 15: ...h July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 15 2 3 OVERALL DIMENSIONS MEASUREMENT METRIC IMPERIAL Total length 5 02 m 16 47 ft Total height 2 85 m 9 35 ft Landing gear width 1 75 m 5 74 ft Rotor...

Page 16: ...HP METRIC IMPERIAL METRIC IMPERIAL Empty weight minimum equipment 283 kg 625 lb 293 kg 650 lb MTOW 500 kg 1100 lb 530 kg 1170 lb Useful load minimum equipment 217 kg 475 lb 237 kg 520 lb Vne 190 kph 1...

Page 17: ...te 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 17 2 5 ENGINE i Manufacturer BRP Rotax ii Take off power a 912 ULS 100 hp b 914 UL 115 hp iii Max engine speed 5800 rpm iv Cooling system Air l...

Page 18: ...ification 04 th February 2019 18 2 6 GYROPLANE IDENTIFICATION The gyroplane identification placard is placed on the left side of the mast cockpit bracket If you need to contact ELA Aviaci n S L for an...

Page 19: ...Last modification 04 th February 2019 19 2 7 MAIN PARTS Parts 1 Rotor blades 2 Hub bar 3 Rotor head 4 Mast and mast fairing 5 Rear keel 6 Landing gear 7 Main wheels 8 Front wheel 9 Cockpit 10 Landing...

Page 20: ...rsion V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 20 Parts 1 Propeller 2 Oil cooler 3 Water cooler 4 Vertical stabilizer 5 Rudder 6 Winglet 7 Horizontal stabilizer 8 Contro...

Page 21: ...10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 21 Parts 1 Engine 2 Water tank 3 Horizontal pre rotator drive shaft 4 Pre rotator clutch 5 Carburettor 6 Oil tank 7 Air filter 91...

Page 22: ...ebruary 2019 22 Parts 1 Compass 2 Altimeter VSI 3 Airspeed indicator 4 KANARDIA EMSIS to control engine parameters rotor tachometer and fuel consumption 5 TRIM pressure 6 Radio 7 Transponder 8 Flight...

Page 23: ...ast modification 04 th February 2019 23 Parts 1 Caution and warning turbo lights just in 914 engine 2 Headset jack 3 Battery charge 4 Landing and strobe lights switches 5 Circuit breakers 6 Master swi...

Page 24: ...n V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 24 2 8 CONTROLS Front Stick Note PTT radio in front stick is installed in the trigger in the new gyroplanes Rear Stick Pre rot...

Page 25: ...ELA 10 Eclipse PILOT OPERATOR S HANDBOOK Version V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 25 Pedals Throttle and wheel brakes Front pedals Rear pedals...

Page 26: ...ate 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 26 Choke Old system New system Shut off valve This valve interrupts the fuel supplied to the engine In case of fire turn over or crash shut of...

Page 27: ...ust not be exceeded to ensure the safe conduct of the aircraft and its systems WARNING Should one of the limits specified in this section be exceeded all parts of the gyroplane that could be affected...

Page 28: ...ce the speed as it may cause structural damage to the aircraft 3 3 AEROBATIC MAOEUVRES Any aerobatic manoeuvre is prohibited Low G manoeuvres are prohibited 3 4 WEIGHT AND LOAD FACTOR Maximum take off...

Page 29: ...e configuration empty weight and centre of gravity documentation is delivered with each gyroplane Any changes in the configuration should be performed by a qualified maintenance station and documented...

Page 30: ...ht 55 kg 121 lb Max front pilot weight 110 Kg 240 lb Max weight in left or right baggage compartment 2 kg 4 4 lb Max weight in rear baggage compartment 10 kg 22 lb Placarded 3 5 HEIGHT SPEED ENVELOPE...

Page 31: ...ne has no anti icing system for the rotor and propeller It is forbidden to fly in icing conditions Flying with heavy rain will damage the rotor blades and propeller Flying with light rain is allowed i...

Page 32: ...194 F 90 110 C 194 230 F 110 130 C 230 265 F 130 C 265 F Oil press 0 2 bar 0 30 psi 2 5 30 75 psi 5 7 75 100 psi 7 bar 100 psi CHT 60 C 140 F 60 110 C 140 230 F 110 120 C 230 250 F 120 C 250 F Man pr...

Page 33: ...h February 2019 33 THROTTLE MAX MIN BRAKE 3 10 FUEL Fuels that can be used Recommended EN 228 Super or EN 228 Super Plus min Roz 95 MOGAS Alternative AVGAS 100LL ASTM D910 or AVGAS UL91 ASTM D7547 Fue...

Page 34: ...oking in the aircraft is prohibited AIRCRAFT PAYLOAD SPECIFICATION Front seat pilot weight 55 110 kg 130 240 lb Rear seat pilot max weight 110 kg 240 lb In solo flight the pilot should be seated in th...

Page 35: ...e co pilot Placed at the left hand of the rear seat Fuel quality information Near the fuel filler Small baggage compartment left or right Inside each baggage compartment Rear baggage compartment Insid...

Page 36: ...aintenance personnel and do not attempt to fly before the defect is eliminated PRE FLIGHT INSTRUCTIONS Before you start the pre flight procedure move the aircraft into a suitable position ideally on l...

Page 37: ...eft cockpit storage compartment door Secure Canopy hinges 2 Secure Left wheel Condition pressure Check the physical condition of the left wheel Look for any damage to the tire including worn or damage...

Page 38: ...No leaks secure Propeller blades No cracks clean Tailplane No cracks secure Tail navigation and strobe lights if fitted Secure Rudder No cracks secure Verify the general condition of the rudder its h...

Page 39: ...secure Fuel quantity As required Verify also the condition of the fuel filler cap Radio transponder antennas Secure Canopy lock system Condition Open and close the canopy to verify the locking system...

Page 40: ...throttle lever and brake Good handling Brake fluid level Check Choke handle Good handling Steering rods Condition 4 2 STARTING THE ENGINE The engine must be started in accordance with the latest appl...

Page 41: ...ine ONCE THE ENGINE STARTS Oil Pressure Once the engine starts make sure that the oil pressure rises to a correct value WARNING Never attempt to start the engine until the area around the engine is co...

Page 42: ...ion Rotor Align the rotor with the gyroplane during taxiing Engine Make sure the oil temperature is not less than 50 C before taxiing to the runway Steering The aircraft is steered by the pedals which...

Page 43: ...ach 3500 rpm Select R then L at the ignition switch then back to Both The maximum drop allowed in rpm is 300 and the difference between L and R positions must not exceed 150 rpm Max drop 300 differenc...

Page 44: ...he pre rotator belt doesn t make noise then increase the engine power slowly and gradually until reaching 220 rotor rpm 4 6 TAKE OFF Once the pre rotation procedure is finished gently move the control...

Page 45: ...speed until reaching the desired altitude Check all engine parameters are in green arc Use the pitch trim to adjust the speed of the gyroplane Trim back Nose up reduce speed Trim forward Nose down inc...

Page 46: ...e moved into wind to keep the aircraft s direction whilst the pedals should be used to keep the alignment with the runway ABORT TAKE OFF If during the pre rotation or the take off there is any disadva...

Page 47: ...ur the turn Max Bank angle 60 SLOW FLIGHT Before performing this manoeuvre be sure you have at least 500 ft above the ground and go into the wind Reduce the engine power from cruise speed keeping the...

Page 48: ...the circuit On final align to the runway reduce the power to descend and keep a speed of approximately 95 kph 60 mph 52 kts Keep the gyroplane aligned to the runway using the pedals and control stick...

Page 49: ...edure for landing with a cross wind is the same as with no wind Move the control stick against the wind direction and use the opposite pedal to maintain alignment with the runway It is advisable to la...

Page 50: ...e the engine power use the right pedal to counter the engine torque level flight to reach Vy of 105 kph 65 mph 57 kts and climb 4 9 AFTER LANDING Once the gyroplane stops move the control stick forwar...

Page 51: ...on certified engine This means that there may be a higher risk of engine failure than with a certified aircraft engine with the associated risks of damage or injury as the result of an unplanned landi...

Page 52: ...udden or accompanied by misfiring typical of fuel starvation 2 Keep heading Lower the nose to keep best power off glide speed Vbg of 120 kph 75 mph 65 kts Look for an area for landing in front of you...

Page 53: ...pumps OFF 4 Rotor brake ON 5 Master OFF The rotor will come to a stop with the rotor brake ON Unless there is danger present wait until the rotor has stopped before vacating the aircraft Get out of th...

Page 54: ...KE OR FIRE ON THE GROUND INSTRUCTIONS 1 Close the throttle and apply brakes 2 If rotor is turning select rotor brake ON 3 Ignition and fuel pumps OFF 4 Master OFF 5 If rotor is turning abandon the air...

Page 55: ...ire Caution Never use a water extinguisher on fuel fires It will cause the burning fuel to spread the fire to other locations 5 8 CANOPY OPEN IN FLIGHT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Use right pedal to make a side sl...

Page 56: ...ersion V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 56 In case of roll over try to open the canopy before disengaging your safety harness If it is not possible to open the c...

Page 57: ...erformed after any of the follow operational incidents Hard landing Strikes in flight with birds trees Rotor contact with obstacles Lightning strike Rotor over speed Engine failure 6 2 GENERAL High hu...

Page 58: ...e In order to protect the gyroplane from dust humidity bird soil is advisable to cover it when parked in the hangar Use car soap with water to clean the external parts Windscreen and canopy should onl...

Page 59: ...us it should be used in case of problems with vapour lock or when other types of gasoline are unavailable To avoid contamination use a funnel with strainer filter when refuelling from jerry cans 6 6 C...

Page 60: ...k expansion tank and verify it is full The white tank should be approximately in the middle Coolant type Mixture antifreeze concentrate coolant and water 50 50 6 8 TIRES PRESSURE Main wheels 2 bar 30...

Page 61: ...ly 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 61 6 10 LIFTING POINTS In case it is necessary to lift the gyroplane for maintenance or loading purposes the most convenient attachment point is the pre r...

Page 62: ...ELA 10 Eclipse PILOT OPERATOR S HANDBOOK Version V10 05 Issue date 26 th July 2016 Last modification 04 th February 2019 62 How to place the gyroplane to change the front wheel...