Pilot Operating Handbook
Section 1
TL-2000
Sting
General
Notice! The information contained in this document is for reference and information only.
The pilot is the final and only responsible party for the safe operation of this aircraft.
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dividing the total moment by the total weight of the airplane.
Its distance from the
reference datum is found by dividing the total moment by the total weight of the
airplane.
(Total Moment / Total Weight = Center of Gravity)
Center of Gravity Arm
: T
he arm (distance) from data plane obtained by adding
the airplane's individual moments and dividing the sum by the total weight.
Center of Gravity Limits
are the extreme forward and aft CG locations (limits)
within which the airplane must be operated at any given weight.
Center of Gravity Range:
The horizontal distance, along an aircraft’s longitudinal
axis, within which an aircraft has been found to be fully maneuverable at all
specified design speeds, weights and loading configurations.
Datum:
A convenient vertical reference plane along the longitudinal axis of an
aircraft from which all horizontal measurements are taken. The forward tip of the
aircraft propeller spinner is the datum for the Sting.
Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity:
The velocity of the crosswind component at
which adequate control of the airplane was actually demonstrated during takeoff
and landing certification testing. Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity: 17
Knots. The value is not considered to be a maximum limit.
Gallons Per Hour:
The amount of fuel (in gallons) consumed in one hour.
Gear Box
: The gears forward of the engine and aft of the propeller used to
change (reduce) the propeller RPM by a factor of 2.43 of the engine RPM.
Installed Equipment:
All optional accessories and equipment permanently
installed on an airframe or engine at the time of weighing. These items must be
included in the “Installed Equipment List” resulting in the Basic aircraft weight.
Additions and deletions must be noted in the list each time they are made and new
Weight and Balance calculations performed to determine the magnitude and effect
of weight change. Ballast, if permanently installed, must also be listed.
Manifold Pressure:
The atmospheric pressure measured in the engine induction
system and is expressed in inches of mercury (Hg).
Maximum and Minimum Weights:
Due to balance, structural, and aerodynamic
considerations, maximum or minimum weights for certain locations on the aircraft
are specified. For example, the pilot’s minimum (100Lbs) and maximum (250Lbs)
weight are specified for some CG calculations. The same is true for baggage,
cargo, fuel, and any other disposable or variable load.
