Rans S-12, Pilot Operating Handbook

Page 1: ...omposite 3 blade Gear Reduction 1 2 27 Fuel G P H 4 1 gal 80 PERFORMANCE 0 MSL Take Off Roll 285 ft Rate of Climb 900 fpm Service Ceiling 14 000 ft Cruise 75 mph VNE 100 mph Stall Clean 42 mph Stall F...

Page 2: ...typographical fixes included Table of Contents Chapter 1 Familiarization Page 3 Learn the basic configuration and behavior of the airplane as well as the most impor tant operating rules regarding oper...

Page 3: ...approach The unwary pilot adding full power from an idle power setting at very low altitude and low airspeed will notice a very high stick force required to keep the nose in a climb attitude This air...

Page 4: ...ve himself 750 feet of runway If all conditions are in the pilots favor pilot skill sea level 15mph headwind solo pilot smooth runway no obstacles then 200 feet of runway can suffice for takeoff and 3...

Page 5: ...istry on behalf of the pilot to get a stubborn engine to idle when cold The starting carburetor sends a specific fuel air mixture to the engine which lets it run when cold it is only set for a conditi...

Page 6: ...d down for the large front wheel which is not in perfect balance In high crosswind operations you may have to compromise a bit and keep some weight on the nose for steering until you attain enough air...

Page 7: ...t pre heat time for the engine to warm up if you shut it off during flight in cold weather Emergency Procedures Off Field Emergency Landings In the case of an engine that will not start in flight firs...

Page 8: ...ht turn at 65mph indicated airspeed the outside wing is traveling significantly faster than the inside wing and as a result has more lift The remedy is to use a slight amount of opposite aileron The e...

Page 9: ...sewheel For example after touchdown on a rough field it is better to taxi the remaining distance required at 30mph with the nose off the ground than it is to taxi at 5mph with the nose on the ground I...

Page 10: ...in optional in Weight Arm Moment If combined pilot and passenger weight are between 108 and 345 pounds that CG will be acceptable regardless of fuel conditions However flying at the aft CG limit requi...

Page 11: ...nger by moving horizontally from total weight to the pilot passenger line then read down to moment Find fuel pounds and moment by reading along the fuel line to the total fuel on board in gallons read...

Page 12: ...assembly to the floor pan produce undue force and may eventually cause failure of the mounting tabs or other associated hardware This entire sub system should be inspected under load to ensure it s in...

Page 13: ...rectly near holes and joints and so forth the water will find it s way out of the plane After washing the aircraft a good automotive wax will help protect the airplane from the elements A good wax to...

Page 14: ...er tube to the bottom of the oil tank thru the dipstick hole Pump out all oil possible approximately 66 gallons Remove the oil filter carefully avoiding any excessive spills by placing rags underneath...

Page 15: ...llowing satisfactory completion of the required number of flight hours in the flight test area the pilot shall certify in the logbook that the aircraft has been shown to comply with FAR Section 91 319...

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Page 17: ...racks bends bolts lubricated Battery secure pins cracks wiring Pitot Static clear REMOVE COVER Left Fuselage Lexan scratches cracks Structure rivets Doors hinges handles Left Main Gear Leg cracks bend...

Page 18: ...00RPM Engine Start hot Choke OFF Throttle IDLE Area CLEAR Ignition BOTH Brakes ON Starter ENGAGE Oil PRESSURE Engine Warmup 2 minutes 2000RPM Continue 2500RPM Oil Temp 120F Taxi Checklist Brakes CHECK...

Page 19: ...gap oOil system integrity ooil coloration and age 50 hrs ooil quantity olines routed without interference and free of chaffing ooil overflow line routing and condition oconnections for tightness ooil...

Page 20: ...ts operating handbook with current weight and balance is on board the aircraft oinstru ment panel for structural integrity opitot and static tubes for cleanliness and line routing conflicts or chafing...

Page 21: ...ity 18 Gal Sight Gauge Markings Total Fuel On board 7 6 3 8 11 4 Full Capacity 18 Gal Sight Gauge Markings Total Fuel On board 7 6 3 8 11 4 SPINS PROHIBITED Amateur Built Aircraft This airplane is ama...

Page 22: ...gun voltmeter optical tachometer camera and or video camera feeler gauges spark plug gapping tool plastic brush floor jack antifreeze concentration checker Consumables paper filters paper towels rags...

Page 23: ...ufficient flaps roll tendencies wing washout wing high or low rudder and vertical stabilizer ball position wings level horizontal stabilizer stick position in trimmed flight prop pitch adjustments rev...

Page 24: ...ne within 10 feet of the ground or less preferably just a few feet and continually watch for the end of the runway Make any notes regarding the rigging of the aircraft after you stop the airplane Make...

Page 25: ...r this flight attitude What is the yaw tendency of the aircraft What is the roll tendency of the aircraft What other tendencies does the aircraft have Release the ailerons and use the rudder pedals to...

Page 26: ...e rudder pedals Use the controls to maintain straight and level at this setting What rudder input is required for straight and level What aileron input is required for straight and level What other te...

Page 27: ...do you expect What is the wind direction and speed What is the outside air temperature High performance takeoff Take out all flaps Climb at 65mph Continue climb to 1500AGL 4500MSL and to a nearby fie...

Page 28: ...ncy of the aircraft What other tendencies does the aircraft have Control the airplane in a straight and level attitude at this air speed Release the controls Does the airplane YAW first or ROLL first...

Page 29: ...ps Reduce power to enter slow flight near Vs0 What is the airspeed What is the RPM What tendencies does the aircraft have Add 2nd notch of flaps Reduce power to enter slow flight near Vs1 What is the...

Page 30: ...l for the follwing No flaps 1 Notch 2 Notches 3 Notches What tendencies What is the power on climbing stall speed for the following No flaps 1 Notch 2 Notches 3 Notches What tendencies What is the pow...

Page 31: ...gather during other flight tests i e with 10mph wind etc Lift and Drag performance Ratios Power on and off Climb for 1 minute and record the VSI reading along with actual altimeter readings at start...

Page 32: ...procedure What are the dangers What are the parameters FPM airspeed etc Lazy Eights What is the procedure What are the parameters altitude loss speed etc What are the dangers Chandelles What is the p...

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Page 35: ...Weight lbs Pilot and Passenger 49 in Aft Fuel 6 lb gal 78 in aft 1 8 g a l 1 0 5 reposition group to lower left at 1 1 1 120 1 090 1 060 1 030 970 940 910 880 820 790 760 730 1 150 1 000 850 700 83 8...