Flight manual
Storch Classic Jabiru
Rev. 0 – 07/2002
Pag. 27
5.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
INTRODUCTION
The following chapter contains a controls, checklist, and operation instruction to resolve
emergency procedures. Problems due to engine failure, other than emergencies, due to a
non correct use and a restraint
Pre-flight check.
When an emergency procedure is needed, a correct way to resolve the problem is the
procedure described in the flight manual for a particular emergency. The knowledge and
the experience of the pilot concerning this specific airplane are essential to resolve the
problem.
ENGINE FAILURE
Proceed to a forced landing.
POWER FAILURE
a.
Fuel
- check both tanks
b.
Fuel handle
- selected
c.
Electric pump
- ON
d.
Magneto’s
- ON (check)
e.
Throttle
- course check
f.
In case of no results
- decrease engine rpm and land a.s.a.p.
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
a.
Oil temperature
- check
b.
Oil pressure is not in the green,
But the temperature has a normal value - land at the nearest airport
c.
Oil pressure above the green
- reduce rpm at minimum
Land as soon as possible
- Prepare for a forced landing
LOW FUEL PRESSURE
a.
Electric pumps
- ON
b.
Check fuel level in the tank
- when low, land as soon as possible
or prepare a forced landing
c.
Switch fuel tank
- waits 3-4 seconds and checks fuel pressure
when the pressure is at value, restart the engine