Airplane Flight Manual

XA42

S/N: Manufacturer:
_________________ XtremeAir GmbH
Harzstraße 2
Registration:
___________________
Am Flughafen Cochstedt
39444 Hecklingen
Document Number:
Germany
AFM-XA42-0040-002-A.01

This Manual includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot

by EASA regulations and additional informations provided by the manufacturer
and constitutes the EASA approved Flight Manual.

This Flight Manual is EASA approved under Approval Number A.507

_______________________
EASA certification manager

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LOG OF REVISIONS

Issue Date Approved

A.01 27.01.2011

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOG OF REVISIONS ........................................................................................................... II
LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES................................................................................................ III
TABEL OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................... IV
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ VI
NOTES ................................................................................................................................ VI
WARNINGS; CAUTIONS AND NOTES ............................................................................... VII
1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 1-01
1.1 DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................... 1-01
1.2 SPECIICATION OF CATEGORY .................................................................................. 1-01
1.3 MANUFACTURER ...................................................................................................... 1-01
1.4 TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................... 2-01
1.5 ENGINE ................................................................................................................... 4-01
1.6 PROPELLER ............................................................................................................. 4-01
1.7 EXHAUST SYSTEM.................................................................................................... 4-01
1.8 FUEL ....................................................................................................................... 4-01
1.9 OIL ......................................................................................................................... 5-01
1.10 SMOKE OIL .............................................................................................................. 5-01
1.11 LOADING ................................................................................................................. 5-01
1.12 TERMINOLOGY ........................................................................................................ 5-01
1.13 CONVERSION TABLE ................................................................................................ 7-01
2 LIMITATIONS................................................................................................... 1-02
2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 1-02
2.2 AIRSPEED (IAS) ....................................................................................................... 1-02
2.3 CROSSWIND COMPONENT ....................................................................................... 1-02
2.4 ENGINE ................................................................................................................... 2-02
2.5 PROPELLER ............................................................................................................. 3-02
2.6 WEIGHT LIMITS....................................................................................................... 3-02
2.7 WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY ENVELOPE ......................................................... 3-02
2.8 BAGGAGE ................................................................................................................ 3-02
2.9 ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ......................................................................................... 4-02
2.10 LOAD FACTORS ....................................................................................................... 5-02
2.11 FLIGHT CREW LIMITS .............................................................................................. 6-02
2.12 KINDS OF OPERATIONAL LIMITS .............................................................................. 6-02
2.13 MAXIMUM OPERATING ALTITUDE ............................................................................. 6-02
2.14 TYRE PRESSURE ...................................................................................................... 6-02
2.15 SMOKE OIL .............................................................................................................. 6-02
2.16 MARKINGS AND PLACARDS ...................................................................................... 6-02
2.17 KINDS OF OPERATION EQUIPMENT LIST .................................................................10-02
3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES.............................................................................. 1-03
3.1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 1-03
3.2 AIR SPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION ............................................................... 2-03
3.3 OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST ....................................................................................... 2-03
3.4 FORCED LANDINGS .................................................................................................. 4-03
3.5 FIRES ...................................................................................................................... 5-03
3.6 ICING – INADVERTENT ENCOUNTER ........................................................................ 5-03
3.7 UNITENTIONAL SPIN ............................................................................................... 6-03
3.8 BAIL-OUT ................................................................................................................ 6-03
3.9 EMERGENCY EXIT AFTER FLIP-OVER ........................................................................ 6-03
3.10 ELEVATOR CONTROL FAILURE ................................................................................. 6-03
3.11 LIGHTNING STRIKE ................................................................................................. 7-03
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES .................................................................................... 1-04
4.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 1-04
4.2 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION .......................................................................................... 1-04

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4.3 CHECKLIST PROCEDURES ........................................................................................ 2-04

4.4 STARTING PROCEDURES .......................................................................................... 5-04
4.5 TAXIING THE AIRCRAFT ........................................................................................... 5-04
4.6 TAKE-OFF PROCEDURES .......................................................................................... 6-04
4.7 CLIMB ..................................................................................................................... 7-04
4.8 CRUISE ................................................................................................................... 7-04
4.9 LANDING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................... 7-04
4.10 SHUTDOWN ............................................................................................................. 8-04
4.11 AFTER LEAVING THE AIRCRAFT................................................................................ 9-04
4.12 ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ......................................................................................... 9-04
5 PERFORMANCE ................................................................................................ 1-05
5.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 1-05
5.2 ISA CONVERSION .................................................................................................... 2-05
5.3 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION .......................................................................................... 3-05
5.4 STALL SPEED ........................................................................................................... 3-05
5.5 TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCE ........................................................................................ 4-05
5.6 RATE OF CLIMB PERFORMANCE................................................................................ 6-05
5.7 CRUISE PERFORMANCE, RANGE, ENDURANCE AND FUEL CONSUMTION..................... 6-05
5.8 LANDING PERFORMANCE ......................................................................................... 7-05
6 WEIGHT & BALANCE ........................................................................................ 1-06
6.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 1-06
6.2 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE ........................................................................... 1-06
6.3 CENTER OF GRAVITY CALCULATION (SAMPLE) ......................................................... 2-06
6.4 LOADING WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS ......................................................................... 3-06
6.5 WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS LIMITS ............................................................................. 4-06
6.6 EUIPMENT LIST XA42 S/N:101.................................................................................. 5-06
7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS ....................... 1-07
7.1 AIRCRAFT ................................................................................................................ 1-07
7.2 FUSELAGE ............................................................................................................... 1-07
7.3 WING ...................................................................................................................... 1-07
7.4 EMPENNAGE ............................................................................................................ 2-07
7.5 FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................................................................... 2-07
7.6 INSTRUMENTATION ................................................................................................. 3-07
7.7 LANDING GEAR ........................................................................................................ 5-07
7.8 SEAT AND SEATBELTS ............................................................................................. 5-07
7.9 CANOPY .................................................................................................................. 6-07
7.10 POWER PLANT ......................................................................................................... 6-07
7.11 FUEL SYSTEM .......................................................................................................... 8-07
7.12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ............................................................................................... 9-07
7.13 CABIN ENVIRONMENT CONTROL .............................................................................. 9-07
7.14 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT .......................................................................................10-07
7.15 PITOT - STATIC SYSTEM .........................................................................................10-07
7.16 SMOKE SYSTEM ......................................................................................................10-07
8 HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................. 1-08
8.1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 1-08
8.2 AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS ............................................................................. 1-08
8.3 PILOT CONDUCTED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 1-08
8.4 ALTERATIONS OR REPAIR ........................................................................................ 1-08
8.5 SERVICING .............................................................................................................. 1-08
8.6 GOUND HANDLING .................................................................................................. 2-08
8.7 CLEANING AND PROTECTION ................................................................................... 2-08

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INTRODUCTION
This Airplane Flight Manual contains 9 chapters, and includes the material required to be known by
the pilot according to EASA CS-23.
It also contains supplementary data supplied by XtremeAir GmbH.

NOTES
This Airplane Flight Manual applies only to the aircraft whose nationality and registration marks are
noted on the title page.
This Airplane Flight Manual is only valid in connection with the latest approved revision.
It is the responsibility of the pilot to be familiar with the contents of this Airplane Flight Manual
including revisions and any relevant supplements.
Pages of this Airplane Flight Manual must not be exchanged and no alterations of or additions to the
approved contents may be made without the XtremeAir GmbH/EASA approval.
The editor has the copyright of this Airplane Flight Manual and is responsible for edition of
revisions/amendments and supplements.
Amendments, which affect the airworthiness of the aircraft will be announced in the mandatory
Service Bulletins issued by the manufacturer XtremeAir GmbH coming along with the "Airworthiness
Directive" (AD) publication issued by the EASA. The owner is responsible for incorporating prescribed
amendments and should make notes about these on the records of amendments

Should this Airplane Flight Manual get lost, please inform

XtremeAir GmbH,
Harzstraße 2, Am Flughafen Cochstedt,
39444 Hecklingen, Germany.

Should this Airplane Flight Manual be found, kindly forward it to the civil aviation authority in the
country the aircraft is registered.

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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES

The following definitions apply to Warnings, Cautions, and Notes:

WARNING

Operating procedures, techniques, etc., which could result in personal injury or loss of life
if not carefully followed.

CAUTION

Operating procedures, techniques, etc., which could result in damage to equipment

if not carefully followed.

NOTE

Operating procedures, techniques, etc., which are considered essential to emphasize.

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1. GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION

The XA42 is a two-seat, high performance acrobatic tailwheel airplane.

The structure is manufactured from carbon/honeycomb sandwich.

1.2 SPECIFICATION OF CATEGORY

The aircraft is certified in the Utility and Acrobatic category according to EASA CS-23.
EASA type certificate data sheet A.507

1.3 MANUFACTURER

XtremeAir GmbH
Harzstraße 2, Am Flughafen Cochstedt
39444 Hecklingen
Germany

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1.4 TECHNICAL DATA

1.4.1 3 VIEW DRAWING

All dimensions in millimeters

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1.4.2 MAIN DATA

Length overall 6670 mm
Height overall (ground attitude) 2542 mm
Span 7500 mm
Wheel base 4425 mm
Wheel track 2000 mm

1.4.3 WING
Wing plan form Trapezoid
Wing span 7500 mm
Wing area 11.25 m²
Aspect ratio 5.00
Airfoil PS-1-16 / Tip PS-1-09
Root chord 2060 mm
Tip chord 950 mm
MAC 1505 mm
Aileron span 3220 mm
Aileron area 1.26 m²
Aileron deflection ± 30 °

1.4.4 HORIZONTAL TAIL (INCLUDING ELEVATOR)

Plan form Trapezoid
Span 2600 mm
Area 2.97 m²
Airfoil DU86-MOD1

1.4.5 ELEVATOR
Span 3200 mm
Area 1.45 m²
Deflection ± 27 °

1.4.6 FLETTNER TAB

Span: 400 mm
Tip chord: 130 mm
Deflection: ± 30 °

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1.4.7 VERTICAL TAIL (INCLUDING RUDDER)

Plan form: Trapezoid
Height: 1100 mm
Area: 1.54 m²
Airfoil: DU86-MOD1

1.4.8 RUDDER
Height: 1400 mm
Area: 0.82 m²
Deflection: ± 30 °

1.5 ENGINE

Manufacturer: Lycoming Engines, Williamsport, PA 17701, USA

Type: AEIO-580-B1A
Rated power: Acrobatic: 235 kW / 315 hp @ 2700 rpm
Rated power: Utility: 233 kW / 312 hp @ 2670 rpm

1.6 PROPELLER

Manufacturer: MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH, 94348 Atting, Germany

Type: MTV-9-B-C/C203-20d

1.7 EXHAUST SYSTEM

Manufacturer: Gomolzig GmbH, Eisenwerkstraße 9, 58332 Schwelm, Germany

Type: 3 in 1 each side

1.8 FUEL

Fuel type: Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) 100LL

For alternative fuel grades see latest issue of Textron
Lycoming S.I. No. 1070
Minimum / Maximum 100/130 octane
Total fuel capacity: 275 l / 72.5 US gal
• Wing tanks: 2 x 105 l / 2 x 27.7 US gal
• Acro tank: 65 l / 17.1 US gal
Usable fuel capacity (Total): 273 l / 72.0 US gal
Usable fuel capacity (Acro): 64 l / 16.9 US gal

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1.9 OIL

Maximum sump capacity: 15.15 l / 16 US qt

Minimum sump capacity: 8.52 l / 9 US qt
Average Ambient Air Temp. Mil-L6082 grades Mil-22851 ashless dispersant grades
All temperatures --- SAE 15W50 or 20W50
> 27°C (80°F) SAE 60 SAE 60
> 16°C (60°F) SAE 50 SAE 40 or SAE 60
-1°C to 32°C (30°F to 90°F) SAE 40 SAE 40
-18°C to 21°C (0°F to 70°F SAE 30 SAE 30, SE 40 or 20W50
-18°C to 32°C (0°F to 90°F) SAE 20W50 SAE 20W50 or SAE 15W50
< -12°C (10°F) SAE 20 SAE 30 or 20W30
Single or multi-viscosity aviation grade oils see latest issue of Textron Lycoming S.I. No. 1014

1.10 SMOKE OIL

Smoke Oil type: Straight paraffin oil,

viscosity 30-50 cts at 20°C (68°F),
initial boiling point > 330°C (626°F)
For example: Fauth FC05, Texaco Canopus 13 or equivalent.

Total Smoke Oil capacity: 28 l / 7.4 US gal

1.11 LOADING

Utility Category Acrobatic Category

-2
Wing Loading kg / m 84.4 75.5
Power – Weight Ratio kg / hp-1 3.01 2.69

1.12 TERMINOLOGY

Air Speeds
CAS Calibrated air speed (CAS = TAS in standard atmospheric conditions at sea level)
IAS Indicated air speed
KIAS Indicated air speed in knots
TAS True air speed (same as CAS compensated for altitude, temperature and density)
VA Maneuvering speed
VNE Never exceed speed
VNO Maximum structural cruising speed
VS Stalling speed / minimum steady flight speed
VX Best angle-of-climb speed
VY Best rate-of-climb speed

Meteorological Terminology
ISA International standard atmospheric condition
OAT Outside air temperature

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Secondary Terminology
fpm Feet per minute
ft Feet (1 ft = 304.8 mm)
in Inch (1 in = 25.4 mm)
m Meter
l Liter
US gal US (liquid) gallon (1 US gal = 3.79 Liter)
US quartt US (liquid) quart (1 US qt = 0.946 Liter)
hp Horse power (English)
h Hour
kts Knots (nautical miles per hour)
km/h Kilometer per hour
lbs English pound (1 lbs = 0.4536 kg)
MP Manifold pressure
NM Nautical mile (1 nm = 1.852 km)
rpm Revolutions per minute
CG Center of gravity
Arm Is the horizontal distance from reference datum
Moment Is the product of the weight of an item multiplied by its arm
SL Sea level

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1.13 CONERVERSION TABLE

kts km/h km/h kts ft m m ft nm km km nm

50 93 90 49 500 152 250 820 10 19 10 5
55 102 100 54 1000 305 375 1230 20 37 20 11
60 111 110 59 1500 457 500 1640 30 56 30 16
65 120 120 65 2000 610 625 2051 40 74 40 22
70 130 130 70 2500 762 750 2461 50 93 50 27
75 139 140 76 3000 914 875 2871 60 111 60 32
80 148 150 81 3500 1067 1000 3281 70 130 70 38
85 157 160 86 4000 1219 1125 3691 80 148 80 43
90 167 170 92 4500 1372 1250 4101 90 167 90 49
95 176 180 97 5000 1524 1375 4511 100 185 100 54
100 185 190 103 5500 1676 1500 4921 110 204 110 59
105 194 200 108 6000 1829 1625 5331 120 222 120 65
110 204 210 113 6500 1981 1750 5741 130 241 130 70
115 213 220 119 7000 2134 1875 6152 140 259 140 76
120 222 230 124 7500 2286 2000 6562 150 278 150 81
125 232 240 130 8000 2438 2125 6972 160 296 160 86
130 241 250 135 8500 2591 2250 7382 170 315 170 92
135 250 260 140 9000 2743 2375 7792 180 333 180 97
140 259 270 146 9500 2896 2500 8202 190 352 190 103
145 269 280 151 10000 3048 2625 8612 200 370 200 108
150 278 290 157 10500 3200 2750 9022 220 407 250 135
155 287 300 162 11000 3353 2875 9432 240 444 300 162
160 296 310 167 11500 3505 3000 9843 260 482 350 189
165 306 320 173 12000 3658 3125 10253 280 519 400 216
170 315 330 178 12500 3810 3250 10663 300 556 450 243
175 324 340 184 13000 3962 3375 11073 320 593 500 270
180 333 350 189 13500 4115 3500 11483 340 630 550 297
185 343 360 194 14000 4267 3625 11893 360 667 600 324
190 352 370 200 14500 4420 3750 12303 380 704 650 351
195 361 380 205 15000 4572 3875 12713 400 741 700 378
200 370 390 211 15500 4724 4000 13123 420 778 750 405
205 380 400 216 16000 4877 4125 13533 440 815 800 432
210 389 410 221 16500 5029 4250 13944 460 852 850 459
215 398 420 227 17000 5182 4375 14354 480 889 900 486
220 407 430 232 17500 5334 4500 14764 500 926 950 513
225 417 440 238 18000 5486 4625 15174 520 963 1000 540
230 426 450 243 18500 5639 4750 15584 540 1000 1050 567
235 435 460 248 19000 5791 4875 15994 560 1037 1100 594

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2. LIMITATIONS
2.1 GENERAL

This chapter includes limitations for operation of the aircraft, the engine, the standard systems and
the standard equipment. Also it gives information on the instrument markings and basic placards. The
limitations in this chapter have been approved by the EASA. Observance of these operating limitations
is required by national aviation regulations.

NOTE

In case of an XA42 is equipped with specific options additional information required for safe operation
will be contained in chapter 9.
Instrument markings and placards are provided for the acrobatic category only; for utility category
refer to corresponding limitations.
This aircraft is certified under Type Certification Data Sheet EASA.A.507.
Any exceedance of given limitations has to be reported by the pilot so that necessary inspection or
maintenance procedures according to the maintenance manual can be performed.

2.2 AIRSPEED (IAS)

Never exceed speed: VNE 225 kts

Maximum structural cruising speed: VNO 185 kts
Maneuvering speed: VA 174 kts
Maximum operating maneuvering speed Vo 174 KIAS

2.3 CROSSWIND COMPONENT

The maximum demonstrated crosswind component for take-off and landing is 25 kts / 47 km/h.

2.4 ENGINE

Engine type is Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A with a rated power of 235 kW / 315 hp @ 2700 rpm.

2.4.1 FUEL

Minimum grade aviation gasoline: 100LL (for alternate fuel grades see
latest revisions of Lycoming S.I. No. 1070P)
Total fuel capacity: 275 l / 72.5 US gal
Usable fuel capacity: 273 l / 72.0 US gal

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WARNING

For acrobatic flights the wing tanks must be empty.

Total fuel capacity - Acro: 65 l / 17.1 US gal

Usable fuel capacity - Acro: 64 l / 16.9 US gal

2.4.2 ENGINE LIMITATIONS

RPM • Max. takeoff: Acrobatic 2700 rpm

Utility 2670 rpm
• Max. continuous: 2500 rpm
Oil temperature • Normal operation: 38 - 117 °C / 100 - 245 °F
• Maximum: 118 °C / 245 °F
Oil quantity • Maximum sump quantity: 15.15 l / 16 US qt
• Minimum sump quantity: 8.52 l / 9 US qt
Oil pressure • Minimum idling: 1.7 bar / 25 psi
• Normal: 3.8 – 6.5 bar / 55 - 95 psi
• Starting, warm-up, taxi and takeoff: 7.9 bar / 115 psi

CAUTION

It is normal for the oil pressure to "flicker" from 10 to 30 psi when going from upright to inverted
flight. During knife edge flights and zero-G flights oil pressure may drop and the oil system may not
scavenge resulting in engine failure or damage if flight is prolonged. Knife edge and zero-G flight
should not exceed 10 seconds.

WARNING

If oil pressure drops to 0 (psi) / 0 (kPa) the propeller pitch changes automatically to coarse (high)
pitch with a corresponding decrease in RPM. Apply positive g loads to avoid engine stoppage.

Fuel pressure (Inlet to fuel injector) • Maximum: 4.48 bar / 65 psi

• Minimum: 2.00 bar / 29 psi
• Minimum idle: 0.83 bar / 12 psi
Cylinder head temperature • Maximum: 240 °C / 465 °F

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2.5 PROPELLER

MT-Propeller MTV-9-B-C/C203-20d, 3-blade hydraulic constant speed

RPM limits Max. takeoff: Acrobatic 2700 rpm
Utility 2670 rpm
Max. continuous: 2500 rpm

2.6 WEIGHT LIMITS

Maximum empty weight • Utility: 670 kg / 1477 lbs

• Acro: 670 kg / 1477 lbs
Maximum take-off weight • Utility: 999 kg / 2200 lbs
• Acro: 850 kg / 1874 lbs
Maximum landing weight • Utility: 999 kg / 2200 lbs
• Acro: 850 kg / 1874 lbs

2.7 WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY ENVELOPE

Reference planes for CG calculations: • vertical: firewall

• horizontal: straight part of cockpit frame

2.7.1 UTILITY FLIGHT

Maximum takeoff
Forward CG Rear CG
weight

999 kg / 2200 lbs 550 mm / 21,65 in / 25 % 700 mm / 27.55 in / 33 %

2.7.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT

Maximum takeoff
Forward CG Rear CG
weight

850 kg / 1874 lbs 550 mm / 21,65 in / 25 % 700 mm / 27.55 in / 33 %

2.8 BAGGAGE

Maximum allowable baggage is 10 kg / 22 lbs securely stowed

in the baggage compartment behind the pilot´s seat

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2.9 ACROBATIC MANEUVERS

2.8.1 UTILITY FLIGHT

All acrobatic maneuvers are prohibited except the following: • Stall

• Chandelle
• Lazy eight
• Steep turns
2.8.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT

The airplane is certified in the acrobatic category and capable of unlimited acrobatics.
The wing tanks and the baggage compartment must be empty for all acrobatic flights.
Inverted maneuvers are limited to a maximum time of 2 minutes.
The recommended basic maneuver entry speeds are listed below.

Recommended entry speeds (IAS)

Maneuvers Symbol Remarks
Min. kts / km/h Max. kts / km/h

Horizontal line VS 225 / 417

Aileron Roll VS 225 / 417

45° climbing 80 / 148 225 / 417

90° up 174 / 322 225 / 417

Reduce
45° diving VS 225 / 417
throttle

Reduce
90° diving VS 225 / 417
throttle

Looping 100 / 185 225 / 417

Stall turn 100 / 185 225 / 417

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Recommended entry speeds (IAS)

Maneuvers Symbol Remarks
Min. kts / km/h Max. kts / km/h

Snap roll 80 / 148 174 / 322

Tail slide 100 / 185 225 / 417

Spin VS

Inverted spin VS

Knife edge > 150 / 278 < 10 sec.

Inverted flight > VS 225 / 417 < 2 min.

CAUTION

Particular caution must be exercised when performing maneuvers at speeds above VA = 174 KIAS /
322 km/h. Large or abrupt control inputs with elevator and rudder above this speed may impose
unacceptably high loads which exceed the structural capability of the aircraft.

NOTE

Structure is designed for full and abrupt aileron input up to VNE.

For acrobatic maneuvers see chapter 4.

All maneuvers can be performed in upright and inverted flight attitude.

2.10 LOAD FACTORS

Positive load factors Negative load factors

Utility flight mTOW = 999 kg / 2200 lbs + 4.4g - 2g

Acrobatic flight mTOW = 850 kg / 1874 lbs + 10g - 10g

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2.11 FLIGHT CREW LIMITS

The minimum crew is 1 pilot flying from the rear seat only.
The maximum is 2 persons in both categories, where the pilot in command is seated in the rear seat
and the front seat occupant / passenger is seated in the front seat.
It is required to use a headset.

2.12 KINDS OF OPERATIONAL LIMITS

Flying is allowed under VFR day conditions only. Flight under icing conditions is prohibited.
Smoking is prohibited. Areas where the risk of lightning exist should be avoided.
The aircraft may be operated at OAT from -20 °C / -4 °F to +38 °C / +100 °F.

2.13 STRUCTURAL TEMPERATURE/COLOR LIMITATION

The structure is qualified up to 72 °C / 161 °F.

Flying with structural temperature above 72 °C / 161 °F is prohibited. To avoid high temperatures,
paint colours have to comply with XtremeAir´s color specification for composite structure.

2.14 MAXIMUM OPERATING ALTITUDE

The certified maximum operating altitude is 15.000 ft / 4572 m MSL.

2.15 TYRE PRESSURE

The tyre pressure for the main landing gear is 3.0 bar / 43,5 psi.
The tail wheel is solid rubber.

2.16 SMOKE OIL

Straight paraffin oil, viscosity 30-50 cts at 20°C (68°F),

initial boiling point > 330°C (626°F)
For example: Fauth FC05, Texaco Canopus 13 or equivalent.

2.17 MARKINGS AND PLACARDS

2.17.1 AIRCRAFT IDENTITY PLACARD

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2.17.2 OPERATING PLACARDS

Callsign placard on the instrument panel (example only): On right cockpit wall: Near eyeball air vents

On right cockpit wall: Below compass:

For N 30 60 E 120 150

Steer

For S 210 240 W 300 330

Steer

DATE VHF ON/OFF AIRPATH

On right cockpit wall

Behind pilot seat and

On instrument panel: front instrument panel:

On fuel quantity indicator: Near fuel filler caps:

On canopy frame, rh:

Near canopy locking lever inside front and back: Outside:

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On right cockpit wall:

For aircraft with Airspeed indicators in knots On baggage compartment:

Near fuselage and Wing tank drains:

On oil inspection flap

For aircraft with Airspeed indicators in km/h

Near smoke refill connector

Left wheelpant, inner side:

Near vent, fuselage underside

On left rear cockpit wall: near G-Meter

Under the Airspeed indicator:

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2.17.3 INSTRUMENT MARKINGS

Airspeed indicator
green arc 54 kts / 99 km/h to 185 kts / 342 km/h
yellow arc 185 kts / 342 km/h to 225 kts / 417 km/h
red line 225 kts / 417 km/h

Oil pressure indicator

red line 25 psi
yellow arc 25 psi to 55 psi
green arc 55 psi to 95 psi
yellow arc 95 psi to 115 psi
red line 115 psi

Oil temperature indicator

green arc 100 °F to 245 °F
red line 245 °F

Fuel pressure indicator

yellow arc 0 psi to 12 psi
green arc 12 psi to 65 psi
red line 65 psi

Manifold pressure indicator

green arc 11 in Hg to 32 in Hg

Cylinder head temperature indicator

Operating Range 200 °F to 465 °F
Starts to flicker when exceeding max. temperature

Tachometer
green arc 700 rpm to 2500 rpm
yellow arc 2500 rpm to 2700 rpm
red line 2700 rpm

G-Meter
Acrobatic: MToW 850 kg + 10g
Utility: MToW 999 kg +4,4g, -2,0g

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2.18 KINDS OF OPERATION EQUIPMENT LIST

The aircraft may be operated under VFR day conditions when the appropriate equipment is installed
and operable. If icing conditions occur flying is prohibited.
To meet certification standards, the following equipment and systems must be installed and operable:

Utility Acrobatic

1 seat 2 seats
Communication
1. Transceiver - VFH O O O
2. Emergency Locator Transmitter* M M M
Electrical Power
1. Battery M M M
2. Alternator O O O
3. Amperemeter O O O
Flight Control System
1. Elevator trim control M M M
Fuel
1. Boost pump M M M
2. Fuel quantity indicator M M M
3. Manifold pressure M M M
4. Fuel flow indicator O O O
5. Fuel pressure M M M
Light
1. Anti collision light * M M M
Navigation
1. Altimeter M M M
2. Airspeed indicator M M M
3. Magnetic direction indicator M M M
4. OAT indicator O O O
5. Vertical speed indicator O O O
6. Turn and bank indicator O O O
7. Artificial horizon O O O
8. Directional gyro O O O
9. Transponder O O O
Engine Control
1. RPM indicator M M M
2. Exhaust gas temperature indicator O O O
3. Cylinder head temperature indicator O O O
Oil
1. Oil temperature indicator M M
2. Oil pressure indicator M M M

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(continued) Utility Acrobatic

1 seat 2 seats

Flight Crew Equipment

1. Parachute M M M
3. Seat belt M M M
5. Headset M M M

O = Optional
M = Mandatory
The asterisks (*) used in the above list requires a detailed observation of the national aviation
requirements. For airplanes that are registered in the United States, the FAR Part 91 “General
Operating and Flight Rules” prescribes each occupant to wear an approved parachute when
performing acrobatic maneuvers.
XtremeAir GmbH highly recommends wearing an approved parachute during all flights.

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3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.1 INTRODUCTION

3.1.1 GENERAL
This section contains the checklist and procedures coping with emergencies that may occur.
This checklist must be followed in emergencies to ensure maximum safety for the crew and/or aircraft.
The knowledge of these procedures will enable the aircrew to better cope with an emergency. The
steps should be performed in the listed sequence. However the procedures do not restrict the aircrew
from taking any additional action necessary to deal with the emergency.

3.1.2 GENERAL BEHAVIOR IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

In any emergency situation, contact should be established with a ground station as soon as possible
after completing the initial corrective action. Include position, altitude, heading, speed, nature of the
emergency and pilot's intentions in the first transmission. There after the ground station should be
kept informed of the progress of the flight and of any changes or developments in the emergency.
Three basic rules apply to most emergencies and should be observed by the pilot:
1. Maintain aircraft control
2. Analyze the situation and initiate proper action
3. Land as soon as possible/as soon as practical

The meaning of "as soon as possible" and "as soon as practical" as used in this section is as follows:
Land AS SOON AS POSSIBLE (ASAP)
Emergency conditions are urgent and require an immediate landing at the nearest
suitable airfield, considering also other factors, such as weather conditions and
aircraft mass.
Land AS SOON AS PRACTICAL
Emergency conditions are less urgent and in the aircrews judgment the flight may be
safely continued to an airfield where more adequate facilities are available.

WARNING

Make only one attempt to restore an automatically disconnected power source or reset or replace an
automatically disconnected circuit breaker that affects flight operations or safety. Each repetitive
attempt to restore an automatically disconnected power source or the resetting of an automatically
disconnected circuit breaker can result in progressively worse effects.

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3.2 AIR SPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION

Stall speed 54 KIAS / 100 km/h

Engine failure after takeoff 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Best recommended gliding speed (glide angle 1:7)
• Utility - 999 kg 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
• Acro - 850 kg 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Precautionary landing with engine power 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Landing without engine power 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Maximum demonstrated cross wind component 25 kts / 47 km/h

3.3 OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST

3.3.1 ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF

When sufficient runway left:
Normal APPLY BRAKES

When insufficient runway is left:

Harsh APPLY BRAKES
Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Ignition OFF
Master switch OFF

3.3.2 ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF

Push stick to maintain 80 kts
Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Fuel selector switch OFF
Ignition OFF
Master switch OFF
Straight ahead LAND

3.3.3 ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT (RESTART ENGINE PROCESS)

Best glide speed 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Fuel capacity of tank selected CHECK
Select to fullest tank SWITCH
Ignition BOTH CHECK

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(3.3.3 continued)
Engine restart in flight:
Propeller control Fine pitch PUSH
Electric fuel pump ON
Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Throttle 5 (mm) open ADJUST
Starter (only if propeller is stopped!) ENGAGE

3.3.4 OIL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

Low oil pressure:
Changes in indication of oil temperature and oil pressure OBSERVE
Power REDUCE

When oil pressure drops below 25 psi engine must be stopped!

WARNING

If oil pressure drops to zero, Propeller goes to high pitch = low RPM = low drag!

High oil temperature:

Oil pressure CHECK
When oil temperature rises and oil pressure sinks REDUCE POWER
If possible INCREASE airspeed.

3.3.5 ALTERNATOR FAILURE AND WIRE FIRE

Alternator failure:
Alternator switch OFF
Before next flight SOLVE PROBLEM

Wire fire:
Master switch OFF
After fire extinguished LAND ON NEAREST AIRFIELD
Fire keeps burning LAND IMMEDIATELY

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3.3.6 ENGINE MALFUNCTIONS

High cylinder head temperature:

Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Power REDUCE
Flight with reduced power CONTINUE

Sudden loss of power:

Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Electric fuel pump ON
Fuel capacity of tank selected CHECK
Select to fullest tank SWITCH
Ignition BOTH CHECK
Constant speed propeller CHECK, if necessary PUSH Fine pitch

Malfunctions:
Power REDUCE
Engine instruments CHECK
Problem ANALYSE
As soon as possible LAND

3.4 FORCED LANDINGS

3.4.1 EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER

Glide with engine off:
Recommended glide speed 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Propeller PULL COARSE PITCH
Best glide ratio E=7

NOTE

Prop at fine pitch (pushed) reduces the glide ratio to E = 5,5

WARNING

Loss of oil pressure puts the prop to coarse pitch, using the prop for glide ratio control is not possible when
oil pressure is lost!
Suitable terrain SELECT
Fuel selector switch OFF
Mixture CUTOFF CHECK
Master switch OFF CHECK
Straps TIGHTEN

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Final and landing:

Approach speed 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Glide angle with speed CONTROL
After touchdown APPLY BRAKES

3.4.2 PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER

Proceed like short field landing; additionally in short final MASTER SWITCH OFF.

3.5 FIRES

3.5.1 DURING START ON GROUND

Fuel selector switch OFF
Throttle FULL OPEN
Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Master switch OFF
After engine failure: Ignition OFF
Aircraft LEAVE IMMEDIATELY
Fire extinguishing point fire extinguisher towards air inlets!

WARNING

Do not remove cowling while fire alight!

3.5.2 ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT

Fuel selector switch OFF
Throttle FULL OPEN
Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Master switch OFF
After engine failure: Ignition OFF
Glide and emergency dead stick landing EXECUTE
If fire does not stop and landing is not practical after 5 minutes BAIL OUT

3.6 ICING – INADVERTENT ENCOUNTER

In the case of an icing encounter turn back or change altitude to obtain an outside temperature that is less
conductive to icing. In advance, plan a landing at the nearest airfield.
With extremely rapid ice build-up select a suitable "off airport" landing field.

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3.7 UNINTENTIONAL SPIN

Standard procedure for spin recovery:

Throttle IDLE
Elevator and aileron NEUTRAL
Rudder against direction of rotation APPLY
After rotation stops:
Rudder NEUTRAL
Aircraft RECOVER FROM DIVE

3.8 BAIL-OUT

Speed REDUCE below 100 kts

Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Canopy UNLOCK & OPEN
Straps OPEN
Aircraft to the left LEAVE
Parachute OPEN

3.9 EMERGENCY EXIT AFTER FLIP-OVER

Master switch OFF

Fuel selector valve OFF (Pull & Turn)
Seat belts OPEN
Parachute harnesses (when wearing a parachute) OPEN
Canopy handles PULL TO OPEN

NOTE

If canopy fails to open, break with emergency escape tool EVACUATE ASAP

3.10 ELEVATOR CONTROL FAILURE

In case of elevator control failure the aircraft can be flown with the elevator trim.
In this case trim nose up to the desired speed and control horizontal flight or descend with engine
power.
For landing trim nose up and establish a shallow descend by adjusting throttle.
To flare, gently increase power to bring the nose up to landing attitude.

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3.11 LIGHTNING STRIKE

In case the aircraft gets struck by a lightning:

Engine / Propeller Vibration REDUCE RPM if necessary

Airspeed REDUCE TO 110 kts
Load factors AVOID higher loads than + 1,2 / 0,8G
Controlability ASSESS HANDLING:
If satisfactory: LAND ASAP
If not: BAIL OUT

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4. NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.1 GENERAL

4.1.1 AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION

Operation IAS kts IAS km/h

Climb out after take-off 90 160
Cruise climb 90 to 160 160 to 300
Best climb rate (Vy) 98 181
Best angle of climb (Vx) 78 144
Normal approach 80 150
Approach for short field landing 70 130

4.1.2 CHECKLIST AND PROCEDURES

This manual contains the checklist and procedures to operate the aircraft in the utility and the
acrobatic category. The pilot should be familiar with all procedures contained in the Airplane Flight
Manual, which must be carried on board. The pilot has to comply with checklist for daily check and
inspections (see chapter 8).

4.2 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION

4.2.1 EXTERIOR INSPECTION ILLUSTRATION

A) Cockpit, Canopy
B) Left rear fuselage
C) Stabilizer leading edge
D) Elevator
E) Vertical stabilizer
F) Tail wheel
G) Right rear fuselage
H) Right wing trailing edge
I) Right wing leading edge
J) Right main gear
K) Right front fuselage
L) Engine
M) Propeller
N) Left front fuselage
O) Canopy
P) Left main gear
Q) Left wing leading edge
R) Left wing trailing edge

4.2.2 GENERAL
Visually check airplane for general condition during walk around inspection. Perform exterior check as
outlined in the picture above in counter clockwise direction.

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4.3 CHECKLIST PROCEDURES

A) Cockpit, Canopy
AFM and legal documents CHECK ON BOARD
Ignition, Master switch OFF
Clear of foreign objects CHECK
Baggage compartment CHECK
Front seat harness SECURED
Controls free movement CHECK
Throttle free movement CHECK
Master switch ON
Fuel capacity indication CHECK
Master switch OFF
Canopy frame and glass to damage CHECK

B) Left rear fuselage

Fuselage skin to damage CHECK
Static port - clean CHECK
Smoke tank vent / overflow port - clean CHECK

C) Stabilizer leading edge

Stabilizer leading edge and skin to damage CHECK

D) Elevator
Elevator trailing edge and skin to damage CHECK
Elevator hinges CHECK
Elevator linkage CHECK
Elevator for free movement and play CHECK
Servotab for damage, hinges and free movement CHECK

E) Vertical stabilizer
Vertical stabilizer leading edge and skin for damage CHECK
Rudder trailing edge and skin for damage CHECK
Rudder hinges CHECK
Rudder linkage CHECK
Rudder for free movement and play CHECK

F) Tail wheel
General condition of strut CHECK
Freedom of movement and play CHECK

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Tyre wear CHECK

G) Right rear fuselage

Fuselage skin for damage CHECK
Static port clean? CHECK

H) Right wing trailing edge

Spade and spade arm CHECK
Aileron linkage CHECK
Wing trailing edge and skin for damage CHECK
Aileron trailing- leading edge and skin for damage CHECK
Aileron hinges CHECK
Freedom of movement and play CHECK

I) Right wing leading edge

Wing leading edge and skin for damage CHECK
Fuel cap and fuel capacity CHECK
Right wing tank DRAIN WATER

J) Right main gear

Main gear strut to damage CHECK
Tyre to pressure and wear CHECK
Tire and wheel slip mark CHECK

K) Right front fuselage

Fuselage skin for damage CHECK

L) Engine
Oil quantity CHECK

CAUTION

All items of this check below this line must be performed every 20 Flights!
Cowling OPEN
Engine core to cracks CHECK
Baffling to cracks CHECK
Engine mount to cracks CHECK
Exhaust system to cracks CHECK
Exhaust system fixtures CHECK
Cables and hoses to chafing CHECK

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Ignition cables and spark plugs CHECK

Wiring CHECK
Engine actuator cables to freedom of movement CHECK
Oil and fuel system for leaks CHECK
Cowling CLOSE

M) Propeller
Blades to damage CHECK
Hub to damage and oil leaks CHECK
Play of blades in hub CHECK

N) Left front fuselage

Fuselage skin for damage CHECK

O) Canopy
Canopy frame and glass to damage CHECK

P) Left main gear

Main gear strut to damage CHECK
Tyre to pressure and wear CHECK
Tire and wheel slip mark CHECK

Q) Left wing leading edge

Wing leading edge and skin for damage CHECK
Fuel cap and fuel capacity CHECK
Left wing tank DRAIN
Pitot tube for choking and damage CHECK

R) Left wing trailing edge

Spade and spade arm CHECK
Aileron linkage CHECK
Wing trailing edge and skin for damage CHECK
Aileron trailing- leading edge and skin for damage CHECK
Aileron hinges CHECK
Freedom of movement and play CHECK

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4.4 STARTING PROCEDURES

Startup:
Canopy CLOSED and LOCKED
Straps ATTACH and TIGHTEN
Fuel selector switch to ACRO tank SWITCH
Avionic switch OFF CHECK
Master switch ON
Propeller control PUSH FINE PITCH
Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Throttle FULL OPEN
Electric fuel pump ON 3 sec.
Throttle IDLE, PUSH 3mm OPEN
Mixture CUT-OFF
Elevator PULL
Brake APPLY
Propeller area FREE CHECK and CALL
Starter ENGAGE
When engine starts to fire FEED IN MIXTURE
1000 rpm with throttle ADJUST
Oil pressure CHECK (must rise within 30 sec.)
Avionic switch ON

Warm-up:
2 min 1000 rpm CHECK
Afterwards 1500 rpm ADJUST
Until oil temperature reaches 100 °F CHECK

4.5 TAXIING THE AIRCRAFT

Brakes RELEASE
Elevator pulled KEEP

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4.6 TAKEOFF PROCEDURES

4.6.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF

Run-up:
Canopy closed and locked CHECK
Straps TIGHTEN
Fuel selector to fuselage tank CHECK
Fuel capacity CHECK
Electric fuel pump ON
Engine instrument readouts in the GREEN CHECK
Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Brakes APPLY
Elevator pulled KEEP
Propeller control PUSH FINE PITCH
Throttle to 1700 rpm ADJUST
Magnetos 1 + 2 CHECK
Max. RPM drop 175 rpm CHECK
Max. RPM difference 50 rpm CHECK
Propeller control 3 x PULL COARSE PITCH
Afterwards PUSH FINE PITCH
Throttle to Idle RPM / 700 rpm ADJUST
Controls free CHECK

4.6.2 TAKEOFF
Normal takeoff:
Throttle FULL OPEN
@ 30 kts lift tail wheel PUSH
@ 75 kts LIFTOFF
@ 90 kts CLIMB
Takeoff in crosswind:
Throttle FULL OPEN
RPM Acrobatic: RPM max. 2700 rpm ADJUST
RPM Utility: RPM max. 2670 rpm ADJUST
Elevator NEUTRAL
@ 70 kts in three point attitude LIFTOFF

WARNING

No turns below 90 kts!

@ 90 kts CLIMB

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4.7 CLIMB

Takeoff power:
Acrobatic: RPM max. 2700 rpm ADJUST
Utility : RPM max. 2670 rpm ADJUST
Manifold pressure AS REQUIRED

Airspeeds:
Normal climb 120 kts / 220 km/h
Best rate of climb 90 kts / 167 km/h
Best angle of climb 78 kts / 144 km/h

4.8 CRUISE

Max continuous power:

RPM max. 2500 rpm ADJUST
Manifold pressure AS REQUIRED
Set Mixture according to EGT-Indicator ADJUST
Select right/left wing tank every 30 (min) SWITCH

4.9 LANDING PROCEDURES

4.9.1 DESCENT
Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Fuel selector valve to acrobatic tank (ACRO) SWITCH
Electric fuel pump ON

Power during descent:

RPM min. 2000 rpm ADJUST
Manifold pressure AS REQUIRED
Watch CHT to prevent excessive cooling!
Airspeed AS REQUIRED

4.9.2 PRE LANDING

Straps TIGHTEN
Mixture PUSH FULL RICH
Fuel selector valve to ACRO tank SWITCH
Propeller control PUSH FINE PITCH
Approach speed 80 kts / 150 km/h

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4.9.3 GO AROUND
Throttle FULL OPEN
Airspeed 80 kts / 150 km/h

4.9.4 NORMAL LANDING

Approach speed 80 kts / 150 km/h
Three point attitude TOUCHDOWN
Elevator pulled DECELERATE

4.9.5 LANDING IN CROSSWIND

Approach speed 80 kts / 150 km/h
On main wheels TOUCHDOWN
Elevator pulled BRAKE

WARNING

The maximum demonstrated crosswind component for take-off and landing is 25 kts / 47 km/h.

4.9.6 SHORT FIELD LANDING

Approach speed throttle idle 80 kts / 150 km/h
Approach speed with power 70 kts / 130 km/h
Three point attitude TOUCHDOWN
Brakes APPLY as needed

4.9.7 AFTER LANDING

Electrical fuel pump OFF
Elevator pulled KEEP

4.10 SHUTDOWN

Throttle IDLE
Avionic Switch OFF
Mixture PULL CUTOFF
Ignition OFF
Master Switch OFF

NOTE

Allow engine to cool down at idle for at least 1 min before shutdown.

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4.11 AFTER LEAVING THE AIRCRAFT

4.11.1 SHORT TIME PARKING

Nose in the wind TURN
Wheels with chocks SECURE

4.11.2 LONG TIME PARKING

Fuel selector switch OFF
Wheels with chocks SECURE
Aircraft at tie down points TIE DOWN
Control stick with straps SECURE

4.12 ACROBATIC MANEUVERS

4.12.1 GENERAL
Prior to aerobatic flying the aircraft must be carefully checked regarding loose objects.
For solo flying, front cockpit’s harness must be secured. Solo flying is allowed from the rear seat
only.The pilot’s harness must be as tight as possible.

NOTE

Note the maneuver’s limitations according to chapter 2.

During zero-G maneuvers a loss of oil pressure is normal, it will stabilise again as any G´s are applied.

WARNING

The high G-forces possible in this aircraft can easily overstress the unaware pilot.
Each pilot must know his own limits and act careful accordingly.
Because of the probability concentration of CO gases in the cockpit while performing spins it is
strongly recommended to leave the cockpit air vents open all the time.
Be careful while maneuvering above VA = 174 kts / 322 km/h. Big and abrupt control inputs with
elevator and / or rudder can overstress the airframe which can result in catastrophic failure.

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4.12.2 MANEUVERS
Utility category:

Stall: Level and accelerated stalls up to MTOW, Airspeed and G-limits in the Utility category are to be
respected.
Chandelle: Airspeed and G-limits in the Utility category must be respected.
Lazy eight: Airspeed and G-limits in the Utility category must be respected.
Steep turns: Airspeed and G-limits in the Utility category must be respected.

Acrobatic category:

Horizontal line: A horizontal line can be flown with any required speed between VS und VNE.
45° Climbing line: With max. continuous power the aircraft can sustain this line.
The speed will not drop below 80 kts / 144 km/h.
90° Vertical climbing line: A vertical climbing line can be entered with any required speed between
VS und VNE.

NOTE

In long zero-g lines the propeller can go in high pitch due to a loss of oil pressure.
By applying any g-load the oil pressure will be restored.
45° Descending line: Reduce power to prevent exceeding VNE.
90° Vertical descending line: Reduce power to prevent exceeding VNE.
Snap roll: Snap rolls must not be flown above 174 kts / 322 km/h
Aileron roll: Full aileron deflection rolls can be flown up to 225 kts / 417 km/h = VNE.
Quarter-looping upwards: Recommended minimum entry speed is 100 kts / 185 km/h. If another
maneuver shall follow in the vertical line, more speed is required.
A full round loop requires an entry speed of at least 100 kts / 185 km/h.
Gyroscopic manoeuvers: All maneuvers with high rates of rotation in the pitch- and yaw axis cause
high stress to the crankshaft!

NOTE

There is no RPM limitation for gyroscopic maneuvers

CAUTION

Be aware of the risk of a higher engine wear during gyroscopic maneuvers!

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4.12.3 SPIN
Spin entry:
Airspeed REDUCE
At reaching stall speed:
Rudder to desired direction of spin APPLY
Aileron NEUTRAL
Elevator PULL

The aircraft falls in a stable spin. The loss of altitude for 6 turns of standard spin (rudder deflected,
aileron neutral, elevator pulled, power off) is about 2300 ft. Applying aileron against the direction of
spin will cause a flat spin; aileron into the direction of spin will cause a spiral dive.
Applying aileron into the direction of spin will cause a flat spin; aileron against the direction of spin will
cause a spiral dive.
To induce inverted spins the elevator must be pushed, and aileron action is reversed.

Spin recovery:
Rudder against direction of spin APPLY
Throttle IDLE
Ailerons NEUTRAL
Elevator NEUTRAL

The spin stops within a half revolution. Recovery is accelerated by aileron deflection into the direction
of rotation.

WARNING

Recovery can be severely handicapped or completely blocked by aileron against rotation!

NOTE

If loss of orientation occurs during spin:

Throttle IDLE
Hard rudder pedal APPLY
Stick CENTER

The spin stops within 1 turn and the aircraft can be recovered from the resulting dive.

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5. PERFORMANCE
5.1 GENERAL

Performance data charts on the following pages are presented to facilitate the planning of flights in
detail and with reasonable accuracy under various conditions. The data in the charts have been
computed from actual flight tests with the aircraft and engine in good condition and using average
piloting techniques.
It should be noted that the performance information presented in the range and endurance charts
allow for 60 minutes reserve fuel at specified speeds. Some indeterminate variables such as engine
and propeller, air turbulence and others may account for variations as high as 10 % or more in range
and endurance. Therefore, it is important to utilize all available information to estimate the fuel
required for the particular flight.

5.1.1 PERFORMANCE CHARTS

Performance data are presented in tabular or graphical form to illustrate the effect of different
variables. Sufficiently detailed informations are provided in the tables so that conservative values can
be selected and used to determine the particular performance figure with reasonable accuracy.
All speeds in this chapter are indicated air speeds IAS except otherwise stated. The performance
figures below are given under following conditions:
• Maximum allowed weight 999 kg / 2200 lbs except otherwise stated
• Take-off and landing on concrete surface
• No wind
• Standard atmospheric condition

5.1.2 DEFINITION OF TERMS

For definition of terms, abbreviations and symbols refer to chapter 1.

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5.2 ISA CONVERSION

ISA Conversion of pressure altitude and outside air temperature are shown in the following figure.

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5.3 AIRSPEED CALIBRATION

Indicated airspeed assumes zero instrument error.

5.4 STALL SPEED

Below 60 kts IAS the control’s sensibility decreases and the stall is announced
by a slight shudder 6 kts before stalling.
While executing power-on stalls the aircraft starts to wiggle around the pitch and roll axis. Deck angle
is around 70° to 80°. Pitchdown and roll are about 30°, recovery can be achieved without altitude
loss.
Power-off stalls are announced by slight shuddering of the aircraft 5 kts above the stall.
Pitchdown and roll are about 30°, altitude loss for recovery about 100 ft.

Stallspeeds (IAS):

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5.5 TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCE

The mentioned take-off distances are valid for a hard surface runway, clean aircraft and no wind. For
other conditions, use following factors:

Wind: 10 kts headwind distances are reduced by 15 %

20 kts headwind distances are reduced by 30 %
for each 3 kts tailwind distances are increased by 10 %

Runway: Distances on a dry, hard grass runway are 10 % longer.

For wet, soft and uneven fields factors must be determined individually by the PIC.

5.5.1 TAKE-OFF DISTANCES FOR UTILITY CATEGORY TAKE-OFF WEIGHT

Conditions: mTOW 999 kg
Lift-off speed 70 KIAS / 130 km/h
Speed over 50 ft obstacle V50 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Power setting full throttle, 2670 rpm

Pressure
altitude Distance Temperature (°C)

(ft) (m) ISA ISA +10 ISA +20 ISA +30

Take-off run 216 236 256 278
0 / SL
over 50 (ft) obstacle 351 372 404 438
Take-off run 229 249 271 294
1000
over 50 ft obstacle 360 393 427 464
Take-off run 242 264 287 312
2000
over 50 ft obstacle 381 416 452 491
Take-off run 256 280 305 331
3000
over 50 ft obstacle 404 441 480 522
Take-off run 271 296 323 351
4000
over 50 ft obstacle 428 467 509 553
Take-off run 287 314 342 372
5000
over 50 ft obstacle 453 495 539 587
Take-off run 305 333 364 396
6000
over 50 ft obstacle 481 526 573 624
Take-off run 323 353 385 419
7000
over 50 ft obstacle 509 556 607 661
Take-off run 343 376 410 447
8000
over 50 ft obstacle 541 592 647 704

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5.5.2 TAKE-OFF DISTANCES FOR ACROBATIC CATEGORY TAKE-OFF WEIGHT

Conditions: mTOW 850 kg
Lift-off speed 70 KIAS / 130 km/h
Speed over 50 ft obstacle V50 80 KIAS / 150 km/h
Power setting full throttle, 2700 rpm

Pressure
altitude Distance Temperature °C

ft m ISA ISA +10 ISA +20 ISA +30

Take-off run 142 155 168 182

0 / SL over 50 ft obstacle 224 244 265 287
Take-off run 150 163 178 193
1000 over 50 ft obstacle 236 257 280 304
Take-off run 159 173 189 205
2000 over 50 ft obstacle 251 273 297 323
Take-off run 168 183 200 217
3000 over 50 ft obstacle 265 289 315 342
Take-off run 178 194 212 230
4000 over 50 ft obstacle 280 306 334 363
Take-off run 189 206 225 244
5000 over 50 ft obstacle 297 325 354 385
Take-off run 200 219 238 259
6000 over 50 ft obstacle 315 345 376 409
Take-off run 212 232 253 276
7000 over 50 ft obstacle 335 366 400 435
Take-off run 226 247 270 294
8000 over 50 ft obstacle 356 390 425 463

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5.6 RATE OF CLIMB PERFORMANCE

Speed for best rate of climb (Vy) 90 kts / 167 km/h

Speed for best angle of climb (Vx) 78 kts / 145 km/h

Climb rate in ft/min for

best rate of climb best angle of climb

Utility flight mTOW = 999 kg 2720 2456

Acrobatic flight mTOW = 850 kg 3266 3000

5.7 CRUISE PERFORMANCE, RANGE, ENDURANCE AND FUEL

CONSUMPTION

In the range included is a 60 min reserve at the determined power setting,

starting with full fuel of 275 L / 72.5 US gal.

Economy mix
Best power mix
Limit 75 %

Press.Alt. OAT ISA RPM MP TAS FF Endurance Range FF PWR Endurance Range
ft °C °C 1/min " Hg kts L/h h:min NM L/h % h NM

4.000 9 9 2100 21.0 167 42 5:30 920 37 45 6:20 1050

4.000 9 9 2300 23.0 178 54 4:05 730 46 58 4:55 730

4.000 9 9 2400 24.0 185 66 3:05 570 57 73 3:50 700

10.000 -5 -5 2000 20.0 179 46 4:55 890 40 50 5:50 1050

10.000 -5 -5 2400 21.0 210 62 4:20 930 53 67 4:10 875

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5.8 LANDING PERFORMANCE

The mentioned landing distances are valid for a hard surface runway, clean aircraft and no wind. For
other conditions, use following factors:

Wind: 10 kts headwind distances are reduced by 15 %

20 kts headwind distances are reduced by 30 %
for each 3 kts tailwind distances are increased by 10 %

Runway: Distances on a dry, hard grass runway are 10 % longer. For wet, soft and uneven
fields factors must be determined individually by the PIC.

Landing distances:
999 kg Landing weight
Pressure
altitude Distance Temperature °C
ft m ISA ISA +10 ISA +20 ISA +30
Landing run 428 461 496 532
0 / SL over 50 ft obstacle 710 765 823 883
Landing run 443 478 515 552
1000 over 50 ft obstacle 736 794 854 916
Landing run 460 496 534 573
2000 over 50 ft obstacle 763 823 886 951
Landing run 477 514 554 595
3000 over 50 ft obstacle 791 854 919 988
Landing run 494 534 575 618
4000 over 50 ft obstacle 820 886 954 1026
Landing run 513 554 597 642
5000 over 50 ft obstacle 851 919 991 1065
Landing run 532 575 620 667
6000 over 50 ft obstacle 882 954 1029 1107
Landing run 552 597 644 694
7000 over 50 ft obstacle 916 991 1069 1151
Landing run 573 620 670 721
8000 over 50 ft obstacle 951 1029 1111 1197

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850 kg Landing weight

Pressure
altitude Distance Temperature °C

ft m ISA ISA +10 ISA +20 ISA +30

Landing run 272 293 316 339

0 / SL over 50 ft obstacle 452 487 524 562
Landing run 282 304 327 351
1000 over 50 ft obstacle 468 505 543 583
Landing run 292 316 340 365
2000 over 50 ft obstacle 485 524 564 605
Landing run 303 327 352 379
3000 over 50 ft obstacle 503 543 585 628
Landing run 314 340 366 393
4000 over 50 ft obstacle 522 564 607 652
Landing run 326 352 380 408
5000 over 50 ft obstacle 541 585 630 678
Landing run 338 366 395 424
6000 over 50 ft obstacle 561 607 655 704
Landing run 351 380 410 441
7000 over 50 ft obstacle 583 630 680 732
Landing run 365 395 426 459
8000 over 50 ft obstacle 605 655 707 761

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6. WEIGHT & BALANCE AND EQUIPMENT LIST

6.1 GENERAL

This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic weight and moment of the aircraft.
Sample forms are provided for reference. Procedures for calculating the weight and movement for
various operations are also provided. A comprehensive list of all equipment available for this aircraft is
included.
NOTE

It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that the aircraft is loaded within the limits.

6.2 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE

A) Drain all fuel tanks to non-usable fuel level.

B) Position scales (capable of min. 300 kg each) under each wheel.
C) Support tail wheel until water level (firewall vertical) shows aircraft in level attitude.
D) Read each scales´ reading, subtract support’s weight if necessary.

Determination of the momentum arms:

A) The firewall is vertical reference plane, use plumb-bob to mark plane on the ground.
B) By using a plumb bob draw a line from middle of right wheel axle to middle of left axle.
C) By using a plumb bob mark the tail wheel’s axle center. Tail wheel must be aligned straight.
D) Measure distance from reference plane to main wheel axles (Arm A), distance from reference
plane to tail wheel axle (Arm B).

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6.2.1 OWNERS WEIGHT AND BALANCE RECORD

Enter all weight change data from aircraft log book in the table below.

XA42 S/N:

Weight change Operational empty

Added (+), Removed (-) weight
Description of
Date
modification Weight Arm Moment Weight Moment
kg m kg / m Kg kg * m
Empty weight as ─── ─── ───
delivered

6.3 CENTER OF GRAVITY CALCULATION (SAMPLE)

6.3.1 Sample
Left main wheel: Mlmw = 294.0 kg
Right main wheel: Mrmw = 305.4 kg
Tail wheel: Mtw = 53.7 kg
Empty weight: ME = Mlmw + Mrmw + Mtw
= 653.1 kg
Main wheels – vertical reference plane: A = 118 mm
Tail wheel - vertical reference plane: B = 4488 mm
Center of gravity, Empty aircraft XE = 477 mm

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6.4 LOADING WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS

The maximum number of occupants is 2.

Pilot (rear seat) Copilot (front seat)
Weight Occupant + Parachute Arm = 1,73 m / 68.1 in Arm = 0,86 m / 33.86 in
Moment
kg lbs Kg x m in x lbs Kg x m inch x lbs
55 121 95,15 8258,64 47,30 4105,45
60 132 103,80 9009,42 51,60 4478,67
65 143 112,45 9760,21 55,90 4851,90
70 154 121,10 10511,00 60,20 5225,12
75 165 129,75 11261,78 64,50 5598,34
80 176 138,40 12012,57 68,80 5971,56
85 187 147,05 12763,35 73,10 6344,79
90 198 155,70 13514,14 77,40 6718,01
95 209 164,35 14264,92 81,70 7091,23
100 220 173,00 15015,71 86,00 7464,46
110 242 190,30 16517,28 94,60 8210,90
Fuel Acro Tank, Arm = 0,285 m / 11.22 in (Avgas, density 0,72)
Liter US Gallons Kg lbs Kg x m inch x lbs
10 2.64 7,2 15,87 2,05 178,06
20 5.28 14,4 31,75 4,10 356,24
30 7.92 21,6 47,62 6,16 534,30
40 10.56 28,8 63,49 8,21 712,36
50 13.20 36 79,36 10,26 890,42
60 15.85 43,2 95,24 12,31 1068,59
65 17.17 46,8 103,18 13,34 1157,68
Fuel Wing Tanks, Arm = 0,34 m / 13.38 in (Avgas, density 0,72)
Liter US Gallons Kg lbs Kg x m inch x lbs
10 2.64 7,2 15,87 2,45 212,48
20 5.28 14,4 31,75 4,90 424,95
30 7.92 21,6 47,62 7,34 637,43
40 10.56 28,8 63,49 9,79 849,91
50 13.20 36 79,36 12,24 1062,38
60 15.85 43,2 95,24 14,69 1274,86
70 17.17 46,8 103,18 17,14 1487,34
80 21.13 57,6 126,99 19,58 1699,81
90 23.77 64,8 142,86 22,03 1912,29
100 26.41 72,0 158,73 24,48 2124,77
110 29.06 79,2 174,61 26,93 2337,24
120 31.70 86,4 190,48 29,38 2549,72
130 34.34 93,6 206,35 31,82 2762,20
140 36.98 100,8 222,22 34,27 2974,67
150 39.62 108 239,10 36,72 3187,15
160 42.27 115,2 253,97 39,17 3399,63
170 44.91 122,4 269,85 41,62 3612,10
180 47.55 129,6 285,72 44,06 3824,58
190 50.19 136,8 301,59 46,51 4037,06
200 52.83 144,0 317,46 48,96 4249,53
210 55.47 152,2 335,54 51,41 4462,01
Smoke Tank, Baggage Arm = 2,62 m / 103.15 in (Paraffin, density 0,85)
Liter US Gallons Kg lbs Kg x m inch x lbs
5 2.64 4,25 9.37 12,37 1073,45
10 5.28 8,5 18.74 24,74 2146,90
15 7.92 12,75 28.11 37,10 3220,35
20 10.56 17,0 37.48 49,47 4293,80
25 13.20 21,25 46.85 61,84 5367,25
28 15.85 23,8 52.47 69,26 6011,32

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6.5 WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS LIMITS

Example: At 900kg (1984 lbs) and 56700 kgcm (49203 in lbs)

CG Location is 63 cm (24,8 in) aft of Reference Datum.

UTILITY FLIGHT
Maximum takeoff
Forward CG Rear CG
weight

999 kg / 2200 lbs 550 mm / 21,65 in / 25 % 700 mm / 27.55 in / 33 %

ACROBATIC FLIGHT

Maximum takeoff
Forward CG Rear CG
weight

850 kg / 1874 lbs 550 mm / 21,65 in / 25 % 700 mm / 27.55 in / 33 %

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6.6 EQUIPMENT LIST XA42 S/N: ____

Part or P/N Weight Arm Required (R)

Qty Item Manufacturer
(kg) (m) Optional (O)
1 Engine Lycoming Engines AEIO-580-B1A 202.30 -0.61 R
1 Magneto LH Slick 6350 2.00 -0.15 R
1 Magneto RH Slick 6393 2.30 -0.15 R
1 Slick Start Unison SS1001 0.27 -0.02 R
4 Shock Mount Lord J-7764-20 0.43 -0.29 R

1 Alternator B&C SD20 4.40 -0.15 R

1 Voltage Regulator B&C LR3C-14 0,25 0,3 R

1 Starter B&C BC315-100-2 4.70 -0.90 R

1 Fuel Injector Bendix RSA-10AD1 3.90 -0.69 R

1 Aux. Fuel Pump Weldon Pump 8120-G 1.10 +0.41 R

2 Oil Cooler Setrab 50-113-7612 0.50 -0.07 R

1 Fuel, Oil and Sensor Hose Set Welbhoff div. 4.20 -0.25 R
1 Exhaust System LH Gomolzig XA42-7810-151 3.90 -0.61 R
1 Exhaust System RH Gomolzig XA42-7810-156 3.90 -0.61 R
1 Propeller Vernier Control ACS Products A-790 101’’ 0.61 +0.86 R

1 Mixture Vernier Control ACS Products A-970 113.5’’ 0.65 +0.98 R

1 Throttle Control ACS Products A-920 67.5’’ 0.50 +0.65 R

1 Propeller MT Propeller MTV-9-B-C/C203- 30.50 -1.22 R
1 Spinner MT Propeller 20d 0.80 -1.35 R
1 Governor MT Propeller P-880-5 1.30 -0.95 R
1 Cowling bottom XtremeAir GmbH XA42-7110-150 5.80 -0.65 R
1 Cowling top XtremeAir GmbH XA42-7110-152 3.60 -0.65 R
1 Canopy XtremeAir GmbH XA42-5210-050 13.10 +1.50 R

1 Main Tank Assy XtremeAir GmbH XA42-2810-050 5.10 +0.20 R

2 Main Wheel and Brake Assy Beringer Kit Nr. 3A-01 1.00 +0.12 R

2 Main Wheel Tires Michelin Aviator 5.00-5 1.20 +0.12 R

1 Tail Wheel Assy XtremeAir GmbH XA42-3220-051 2.00 +4.80 R

1 Tail Wheel Continental 105/45-65 0.25 +4.80 R

1 Smoke Switch Conrad 646H 0.03 +1.50 R

1 Trim Switch Conrad 647H 0.03 +1.39 R

1 Ignition Switch ACS Products A-510-2 0.06 +1.40 R

3I30-FII0-P7TI-
5 Circuit Breaker Switches E-T-A 0.03 +1.45 R
W12QYZ
9 Circuit Breaker E-T-A 7277-2-div. 0.02 +1.25 R

1 Main Bus Fuse Holder Sinus live SH 150 0.05 +1.20 R

1 Battery Enersys Energy Genesis EP 6.10 +0.27 R

1 Fuel Capacity Indicator Westach A3T13 0.19 +1.20 R

1 Fuel Probe Main Tank Westach 395-5S-1B 0.15 +0.05 R

2 Fuel Probe Wing Tank VDO 226-801-015-001G 0.20 +0.35 R

1 Fuel Selector Valve Andair FS 20x5-MB 0.12 +1.40 R

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Part or P/N Weight Arm Required (R)

Qty Item Manufacturer
(kg) (m) Optional (O)
1 Ampere Shunt Westach 237-30 0.09 +1.15 R

1 Tachometer Noris Automation NIR2-060-FG-476 0.15 +1.15 R

1 RPM Sensor JPI 420815-1 0.05 -0.18 R

Magnetic Compass front
1 Airpath C-2300 0.25 +1.15 R
Magnetic Compass back
Oil Pressure and
1 Westach 2DA3-249KV 0.08 +1.15 R
Oil Temperature Indicator
Oil Pressure and
1 Westach 387-150KV 0.12 -0.13 R
Oil Temperature Sensor
G-Meter front
1 Falcon Gauges GM510-2 0.36 +1.15 R
G-Meter back
1 Clock/Timer ADI CT60 0.07 +1.15 R
Airspeed Indicator front
1 Winter 6FMS 533 0.22 +1.15 R
Airspeed Indicator back
Altimeter front United
1 5934PM-34.84 0.37 +1.15 R
Altimeter back Instruments
1 Fuel Pressure Indicator UMA T04-212U-100-010 0.16 +1.15 R

1 Fuel Pressure Sensor UMA T1EU 100G 0.09 -0.18 R

1 Manifold Pressure UMA 7-100-20 0.14 +1.15 R

1 EGT/CHT Indicator JPI EDM 100-6C 0.15 +1.19 R

1 Radio Funkwerk Avionics ATR 500 0.40 +1.20 R

1 Radio Antenna Comant CI-122 0.39 +2.33 R

1 Transponder Funkwerk Avionics TRT 800H 0.60 +1.20 O

1 Transponder Antenna Comant CI-105 0.10 +0.36 O

1 ELT Kannad 406 AF-Compact 0.85 +2.40 O

1 ELT Antenna RAMI AV-200 0,18 +2,90 O

2 Brake Master Cylinder Beringer HBA01 0.10 +0.80 R

2 Brake Fluid Reservoir Beringer Reservoir Kit 0.02 +0.80 R

1 Safety Belt Assy Hooker Harness 1H 2130-J 4.00 +1.69 R

1 Smoke Oil Pump Marco 164 020 12 1.40 +2.40 O

1 Sighting Device LH XtremeAir GmbH XA42-5770-101 0.10 +1.42 O
1 Sighting Device RH XtremeAir GmbH XA42-5770-102 0.10 +1.42 O

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7. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF

AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS
7.1 AIRCRAFT

The XA42 is designed and manufactured by

XtremeAir GmbH, Harzstraße 2, Am Flughafen Cochstedt, 39444 Hecklingen, Germany,
in accordance with the EASA CS-23, categories utility and acrobatic, to fulfill normal operations and
acrobatic flying up to the Unlimited aerobatic level.
The aircraft is a two seat, light weight, single engine construction with a carbon fiber reinforced
composite fuselage structure. The primary structure is carbon fiber reinforced composite. The items
are qualified up to 85 °C / 185 °F. To avoid high temperatures, the painting has to meet the
requirements under color specification for composite structure.
The standard aircraft is designed to operate within a range of ambient air temperature from -20 °C to
+38 °C / -4 °F to 100 °F at sea level.
It is possible to start the engine using the aircraft battery at -20 °C / -4 °F without preheating.

7.2 FUSELAGE

The fuselage is made out of carbon-honeycomb sandwich.

Canopy frame and the empennage are part of the fuselage structure. The fuselage also includes the
substructure of the seats and the instrument panels.
The canopy itself is a single carbon fiber reinforced composite part. It opens to the right hand side, is
locked on the left hand side and its opening angle is limited by a strap. Emergency jettison is achieved
by simply unlocking the canopy, while the lower pressure on the upper outside of the canopy will pull
it up and tear it away.

7.3 WING

The wing shell is designed as CFRP sandwich shell which is closed by an aft shear web. An overlap
joint, laminated with the lower wing shell provides bonding of the two wing shells at the wing nose
area. The wing spar is designed as double box-type spar and guided through the fuselage as one
piece. Lateral loads and twisting moments are conventionally transferred to the fuselage through root
ribs combined with a secondary spar and lateral-force bolts. In front area of the spar, there are four
tank ribs laminated to the shells which limit the tank capacity of the integral fuel tanks. Inspection
holes are integrated into the lower wing shell to allow easy inspection of aileron control bell cranks,
which are mounted on a wing rib.
The connection to the fuselage is arranged by two bolts through the spar parallel to the center line of
the fuselage and two shear force bolts at the secondary spars.
Ailerons are designed as “powered ailerons” to reduce pilot’s hand forces, having a separate airfoil
and are hinged at 25% chord. They are actuated through pushrods which act on a CFRP arm bolted
from the bottom to the aileron. This arm extends to 450 mm below the wing and holds so called
“spades”, sandwich plates to reduce aerodynamic aileron forces to a minimum. The aileron shell is
designed as a single-cell CFRP sandwich shell which is reinforced by unidirectional CFRP tapes. The
aileron is hinged in maintenance-free teflon-bearing bushings mounted on GFRP brackets integrated
into the wing connecting ribs.
To prevent flutter the ailerons are weight balanced in the overhanging leading edge.

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7.4 EMPENNAGE

The aircraft has a cruciform empennage with stabilizers and moveable control surfaces.
The rudder is balanced aerodynamically at the tip. Stabilizer spar consists of PVC foam cores, CRP
caps and CRP laminates. The shell is built using honeycomb sandwich with CRP laminates.
The control surfaces are built by CRP. On the R/H elevator half a trim tab is fitted with two hinges.
The control surfaces are mounted in stainless steel bushings. To prevent flutter, rudder and elevator
are mass balanced. The balance weight for the rudder is installed in the rudder tip while the balance
weight for the elevator is mounted in the compensating tips.

7.5 FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM

7.5.1 PRIMARY CONTROL SYSTEM

The XA42 is standard equipped with conventional control stick and adjustable rudder pedals.
The primary control surfaces are operated through direct mechanical linkages.

7.5.2 LONGITUDINAL FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM

The elevator is actuated via a conventional control stick. The control movements are from there
transferred to the elevator through an idler and push rods.

7.5.3 LATERAL FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM

Push and pull rods are connected by sealed ball bearings from the torque tube to the ailerons. The
ailerons are statically as well as dynamically balanced (dynamically with spades).
The airplane is not provided with an inflight controllable aileron trim device.

7.5.4 DIRECTIONAL FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM

The rudder is actuated by control cables. Control input is carried from the pilot pedals which also
include the brake function. The control cable leads directly to the lever inside the rudder. The limit
stops of the control system are attached to this lever. The deflection is ±30 °.

7.5.5 SECONDARY CONTROL

The elevator trim is a flettner trim system. An electrical linear drive moves a lever that acts as a
positioner for a servo flettner tab. The electric motor is operated by a toggle switch on the lefthand
sidepanel and cut off by means of limit switches in the respective end positions. The trim position is
picked up electrically by a potentiometer and displayed by a series of LEDs.
The canopy lock is operated from the outside by pulling the handle on left side of the canopy. Inside a
handle is located in the cockpit, used for locking as well as for normal operation and for emergency
release.
The starter/magneto switch is located on the righthand sidepanel.

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7.6 INSTRUMENTATION

7.6.1 INSTRUMENT PANEL

For instrumentation of the instrument panel refer to the following figure.
The table below shows whether the instruments are standard or optional equipment.

Fig. 7.6.1 cockpit

1 2 3
9 4
8 7
11 10 30 5 6

14 15

12 28
17 16
13
18 19b
19 27

25 26

23 24
20 & 21
22

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Instrument Position Standard Optional

Air speed indicator 1 x

Magnetic direction indicator 2 x
Altimeter 3 x
Tachometer 4 x
Oil temperature / oil pressure 5 x
EGT scanner 6 x
Manifold pressure 7 x
Fuel pressure 8 x
Volt-Ampere meter 9 x
G-Meter 10 x
Clock 11 x
Prop 12 x
Mixture 13 x
Radio 14 x
Transponder 15 x
Fuel capacity indicator 16 x
Fuel Selector Valve 17 x
Throttle Friction 18 x
Elevator trim switch 19 x
Elevator trim indicator 19b x
Throttle with smoke ON/OFF switch 20 & 21 x
Smoke pump circuit breaker switch 22 x
Avionic Master circuit breaker switch 23 x
ACL circuit breaker switch 24 x
Electric fuel pump circuit breaker switch 25 x
Split Master Switch: Battery, Gen. 26 x
Ignition key 27 x
Circuit breakers 28 x
PTT button 29 x
ELT Remote Switch 30 x

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Fig. 7.6.3 Instrument Panel front

1 2 3

4 5

Instrument Position Standard Optional

Air speed indicator 1 x

Magnetic direction indicator 2 x
Altimeter 3 x
Throttle 4 x
PTT button 5 x

7.7 LANDING GEAR

Landing gear is a taildragger configuration made out of spring steel.
Tail wheel is a swivel-mounted solid rubber wheel.
Main landing gear wheels have a size of 5.00”.
Main landing gear is equipped with hydraulic disc brakes.

7.8 SEAT AND SEATBELTS

The seat has an economically shaped glass / carbon reinforced structure.

The rudder pedal´s position is adjustable.
Seatbelts consist of two shoulder straps, two left and two right lap belts and a crotch strap.
All belts are adjustable and the lap belt has a stainless steel ratchet tightener.

NOTE

During all acrobatic maneuvers the seat belts must be as tight as possible!

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7.9 CANOPY

The canopy is one single part that is hinged on the right hand side via 3 integral hinges equipped with
brass bushings to the fuselage and locked on the left hand side of the aircraft. The lock is redundant
as there are three bolts moving in opposite directions. The canopy can be opened manually by pulling
the interior or exterior lever and lifting it up to the right hand side. A strap in the back of the canopy
will prohibit its opening range.
To securely close and lock the canopy pull the lever and let the canopy slip over the latch.
In case of emergency the operation is equal to the procedures above. Due to the shape of the canopy
there is a lower pressure on the upper side that will immediately open the canopy after it is unlocked.

7.10 POWER PLANT

7.10.1 ENGINE
The power plant is a Lycoming AEIO-580-B1A with a rated maximum take-off power of 235 kW / 315
hp @ 2700 rpm. It is a six-cylinder, horizontally opposed, air cooled, direct drive, fuel injection engine
type with inverted oil system.
For the present TBO refer to latest issue of Textron – Lycoming service letters.
The AEIO-580-B1A engine is equipped with special counterweights.
The power plant installation includes the following accessories:
• Alternator: B&C SD-20
• Fuel Injector: Bendix RSA-10AD1
• Fuel pump: Weldon Pump 8120-G
• Magnetos: Slick 6350 / 6393
• Propeller governor MT Propeller P-880-5
• Starter: B&C BC315-100-2
• Voltage regulator B&C LR3C 14V-4A

The engine is operated with the following manual controls:

• Throttle control
• Fuel mixture control
• RPM control

The propeller governor monitors the RPM automatically and prevents overspeeding. In the event that
oil pressure is lost the propeller is automatically adjusted to coarse pitch in order to avoid
overspeeding.
The use of 100/130 aviation grade fuel (AvGas 100) is the minimum grade recommended by the
manufacturer of the AEIO-580 B1A engine.

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7.10.2 OIL SYSTEM

The oil is cooled by a two oil coolers mounted on the left and right hand side in the engine
compartment. The oil level is determined by a dipstick. A thermostatic valve is fitted upstream of the
oil cooler. This valve ensures a quick warmup of the oil after engine start.

Oil capacity and grades:

Maximum sump quantity: 15.15 L / 16 qt
Minimum sump quantity: 8.52 L / 9 qt
For oil temperatures and oil grades refer to chapter 1.

7.10.3 ENGINE INSTALLATION

The engine is attached to the steel tube engine mount using 4 shock mounts. The engine mount itself
is connected to the fuselage with 14 bolts on the firewall surface.
The cowling is separated in a lower and an upper part; both are carbon fiber / glass fiber reinforced
composites. The upper cowling houses a hatch to easily check the oil dipstick.

7.10.4 PROPELLER
The aircraft is equipped with a constant speed, 3 blade MTV-9-B-C/C203-20d propeller. The diameter
is 2030 mm. It is produced by MT Propeller Entwicklungs GmbH, blades are made out of wood and
composite.

7.10.5 THROTTLE
Parallel-motion control mounted on the left side of both cockpits.

7.10.6 MIXTURE
Vernier-control located at the left side of the rear cockpit (red knob).

7.10.7 RPM CONTROL

Vernier-control on the left side of the rear cockpit (blue knob).
Preselection of RPM possible due to constant speed governor.

7.10.8 EXHAUST SYSTEMS

The aircraft is equipped with an exhaust system that merges three pipes on each side of the engine
into one tail pipe on each side. These two tail pipes exit the cowling through special outlets.

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7.11 FUEL SYSTEM

7.11.1 GENERAL
The fuel system consists of two separate wing tanks and one acro tank. For utility flights all the tanks
may be used. During acrobatic flights the wing tanks must be empty. The total volume of all three
tanks is 275 L / 72.5 US gal.
The acro tank which must be used for take-off, landing and acrobatics has a capacity of 65 L / 17.1
US gal. The fuel selector valve is labeled “ACRO“ accordingly. Fuel is picked up through a flop tube
from an 11 L / 2.9 US gal header tank located underneath the acro tank. This header tank’s capacity
adds to the acro tank, meaning the usable fuel is in fact 76 L / 20.0 US gal, but due to the fact that
the fuel probe does no extend in the header tank, the header tank is excluded from the fuel capacity
indication and therefore also flights must be planned without these 11 L / 2.9 US gal. The header tank
is gravity fed by the acro tank via a ¾’’ tube. During inverted flight, the header tank is not refilled,
which limits the time of inverted flight to the use of 11 L, app. 3 min at full power. In case the
inverted flight is extended too long and the engine quits, it takes app. 10 sec. to refill the header tank
enough for the engine to restart. Therefore it is recommended not to perform inverted flight for more
than 2 min uninterruptedly. Due to the flop tube in the header tank, the acro tank can be flown down
to 0.5 L even at high yaw and bank angles. The acro tank is mounted in and supported by the tank
compartment of the fuselage.
The two wing tanks are located in the inner 3 compartments (wing root) in front of the main spar of
both sides of the wing. Each can fit 105 L / 27.7 US gal of fuel and can be flown down to 0.5 L in
straight and level flight. The total volume of the wing tanks is 210 L / 54,4 US gal. With 5 ° yaw ½
ball out and corresponding bank 0,5 L / 0.13 US gal remain non usable.
The tanks all have their own filler cap with a diameter of 46 mm each.
Venting of the wing tanks is accomplished through a system that connects the wing tank vent hoses
to the top of the acro tank. Then the acro tank is vented through another vent hose which exits the
fuselage to run along the left landing gear leg to the wheel cover, where it is vented to the outside of
the aircraft.
To drain the tanks they all have a flush drain valve located at the lowest point that allows appropriate
drainage.
To avoid impurity there are filters installed at the pickup points of each tank and also there is a fuel
filter in between the fuel selector valve and the fuel pump.
For security reasons an electrically driven auxiliary fuel pump is installed in addition to the mechanical
driven fuel pump of the motor. The pump has a bypass and is able to supply the motor at takeoff
conditions. It also can be used as a boost pump. The switch is located on the righthand side electrical
panel of the cockpit.
To indicate the amount of fuel there are probes installed in each tank. The wing tank indicators use a
float device / potentiometer technology and the main tank has a capacitive operated indicator.
To verify the fuel indication in the tanks, the use of dipstick XA-2840-230 is highly recommended.

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7.11.2 FUEL SELECTOR VALVE

The fuel selector can be operated from the rear cockpit (pilot). There is no access from the front
cockpit (front seat occupant / guest). The fuel selector valve is mounted below the main tank and
behind the firewall.
A linkage with universal joints connects the selector lever and the valve.
To select the tank in use:
Lift the knob and turn the handle 90° (LEFT / RIGHT) or 180° (ACRO) so that that the red knob points
towards the tank in use. To turn off the fuel supply, lift the knob and turn it until it faces downwards
(OFF).

Fig. 7.11.2: Fuel Selector

7.12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The electrical system is a 12-Volt

Volt direct current system. Power is supplied by a gear-driven
driven alternator
(13.75 (V) DC, 20 (A) ) with regulator (field is switched via alternator switch) which feeds the onboard
battery (12 (V), 18 (Ah) ). In case of emergency, the battery will supply all direct-current
direct current loads with
power for 30 minutes. The electrical system is controlled by means of switches which are arranged on
the righthand electronic panels. The instruments are secured via individual circuit breakers on the
righthand electronic panel. The system contains the master switch relay and the starter with own
relay.

7.13 CABIN ENVIRONMENT CONTROL

To ensure a comfortable climate and fresh air supply inside the cabin, the aircraft is equipped with a
ventilation system in the canopy frame
frame.
The right NACA inlet in the canopy frame feeds the canopy defog system, it is actuated by a lever on
the righthand side of the canopy frame.
The two eyeball airvents are fed by the left NACA inlet can be opened/closed
/closed from the pilot´s seat,
from the front sear they can be individually adjusted by turning the front rim.

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7.14 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT

The baggage compartment is located behind the seat and may carry
up to 10 kg / 22 lbs of secured baggage.

WARNING

The baggage compartment must be empty during acrobatic flying!

Before loading the baggage compartment, check CG limits are not exceeded according to weight &
balance calculation!

7.15 PITOT – STATIC SYSTEM

Total pressure is taken from a pitot tube mounted on the lefthand wingtip.
Static pressure is taken from static ports on both fuselage sides between the wing trailing edge and
the stabilizer leading edge. Airspeed indicator and altimeter are attached to these pressure lines.

7.16 SMOKE SYSTEM

The smoke system consists of a carbon fiber tank with 27 L / 7.13 US gal capacity, located behind the
pilot´s seat. The tank is equipped with a flop tube. In front of the smoketank is an electric pump
which feeds via hoses weld-on type injectors on the two tail pipes of the exhaust system. Inline
between the pump and the injectors is an electric shutoff valve, mounted on the firewall.
The electric circuit of the pump is secured via a circuit breaker switch on the right hand console, the
smoke ON/OFF switch is on the left hand side console on top of the throttle lever.
When the smoke system is switched “ON” and direction is switched to “SMOKE”, the pump is switched
on, the valve opens and the system is injecting smoke oil in the exhaust.
To fill the system the refill hose´s end with the male connector plug is connected to the female
connector plug behind the pilot´s seat, the loose end of the refill hose put in the smoke oil reservoir.
The pump direction switch needs to be in position “REFILL” and “ON”, then the valve remains closed,
the polarity of the pump is reversed and the pump feeds the smoke oil into the smoke tank.
The tank is full when smoke oil starts to pour from the smoke tank ventline on the bottom of the
fuselage. Then the smoke switch must be turned “OFF” and the pump direction switch returned to
“SMOKE”.

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8. HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE

8.1 INTRODUCTION

a) The airplane owner should establish contact with the dealer or certified service station for service
and information.
b) All correspondence regarding the airplane must include its serial number (see type placard).
c) A maintenance manual with revision service may be procured from the manufacturer.

8.2 AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS

As required by national operating rules all airplanes must pass a complete annual inspection every
twelve calendar months. In addition to the annual inspection airplanes must pass a complete
inspection after every 100 flights hours with a minor check after 50 hours.
The airworthiness authority may require other inspections by the issuance of airworthiness directives
applicable to the aircraft, engine, propeller and components. The owner is responsible for compliance
with all applicable airworthiness directives and periodical inspections.

8.3 PILOT CONDUCTED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Pilots operating the airplane should refer to the regulations of the country of certification for
information of preventive maintenance that may be performed by pilots. All other maintenance
required on the airplane is to be accomplished by appropriately licensed personnel. A licensed
maintenance company should be contacted for further information.
Preventive maintenance should be accomplished with the appropriate service manual.

8.4 CHANGES OR REPAIRS

Only licensed personnel is permitted to accomplish changes or repairs. Changes to the aircraft must
be performed by the manufacturer exclusively. Intention is to protect the aircraft’s airworthiness state.
Informations regarding repairs are contained in the maintenance manual.

8.5 SERVICING

In addition to the airplane inspection periods (8.2) information for servicing the aircraft with proper oil
and fuel is covered in the chapter 2 and 7.

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8.6 GROUND HANDLING

a) Due to its low weight and the free swiveling tail wheel two persons can easily move the airplane by
hand. The best spot to push is the leading edge of the wings; the best spot to pull is the propeller
close to the root of the blades.
b) If the aircraft is parked in the open, secure the wheels with chocks.
When windy, tie down the aircraft. For this purpose, use ropes to tie down the tail wheel and each
wing at the outer aileron hinges.
The control stick can be set fix with the seatbelt.
If the aircraft is parked outdoors, it must be protected against the effects of weather, the degree of
protection depending on severity of the weather conditions and the expected duration of the parking
period.
When the airplane is parked in good weather conditions for less than a half day, park the aircraft
headed into the wind and place wheel chocks at the main wheels.
c) To level the aircraft, the tail wheel is rested on a balance and jacked to a position that the fuselage
reference line firewall is vertical.
d) There are two engine hoists provided on the top of the engine which can be used to lift the
airplane with a crane. (Tail wheel resting on ground)

8.7 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

For cleaning the aircraft, use clean water and an automotive paint cleaner.
Use a leather to dry the surfaces.

NOTE

Never dry-wipe the canopy glass!

Use only clear warm water and special clean leather.
Never use fuel, alcohol, aceton etc. to clean the canopy!

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9. SUPPLEMENTS
LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES
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TABLE OF CONTENT

Supplement Title Installed

No.

EMERGENCY LOCATION TRANSMITTER

9.1

TRANSPONDER TRT 800 H

9.2

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9.1 EMERGENCY LOCATION TRANSMITTER

9.1.1 GENERAL
Emergency Location Transmitter (ELT) intalled is the Kannad 406 AF-COMPACT.
This supplement is a permanent part of the handbook and must be used as long as ELT is installed.
ELT is self powered by the ELT battery (replacement every 6 years).
ELT powered remote switch eliminated the need for aircraft power.
ELT qualifications: ETSO-2C91a & ETSO-2C126, (EUROCAE ED62), FAA TSO-C126 (RTCA-DO-204)

9.1.2 Limitations
In europe an ELT is mandatory for bordercrossing flights.

9.1.3 Emergency Procedures

To send an emergency signal, switch the ELT to “ON”

9.1.4 Normal Procedures

There are no changes to POH chapter 4.

9.1.5 Performance
There are no changes to POH chapter 5.

9.1.5 Weight and balance

Changes of CG and changes in empty weight are to be considered
if the ELT is removed according to chapter 6 of this POH.

9.1.7 Description of aircraft and systems

Controls:
1. 3-position switch ARM/OFF/ON;
2. Visual indicator (red);
3. DIN 12 socket for connection to an
optional Remote Control Panel, a
programming dongle or a programming equipment;
4. BNC connector for the antenna.

Features:
• COSPAS-SARSAT Class II -20 °C to +55 °C
• 406 MHz transmission
• 121.5 MHz transmission
• G-Switch sensor (compliant with EUROCAE ED62 specifications)
• Battery (KIT BAT200 P/N: S1840510-01)

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9.2 TRANSPONDER TRT 800H

9.2.1 GENERAL
This supplement contains information for efficient use of the aircraft’s transponder. The Funkwerk
Avionics TRT 800H is installed. These informations must be used with the complete manual. This
supplement is a permanent part of the manual and must be used as long as the transponder TRT
800H is installed.
Transponder Mode-S according to ED73B, Class 1, Level 2s, Comm A/B, extd squitter. For maximum
flight level 35.000 (ft), maximum velocity 250 (kts).
EASA approval number is: EASA.21O.269 and a Form 1 and A/C address connector is part of the
standard delivery.
NOTE

Refer to latest edition of Funkwerk Avionics TRT 800H Operation Manual to get familiar with the TRT
800H Transponder.

9.2.2 LIMITATIONS
This aircraft must not be operated in controlled airspace if transponder is inoperative.

9.2.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

To send an emergency signal, Turn 7… / .7.. / ..0. / …0 to switch the four digits of the standby
Squawk-Codes (lower line).
Push vertical arrows to swap stand-by and active emergency squawk.

9.2.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES

There are no changes to POH chapter 4.

9.2.5 PERFORMANCE
There are no changes to POH chapter 5.

9.2.6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE

Changes of CG and changes in empty weight are to be considered
if the transponder is removed according to chapter 6 of this POH. Funkwerk Avionics TRT 800 H

9.2.7 DESCRIPTION OF AIRCRAFT AND SYSTEMS

Features:
- Level 2es Class 1 Non-Diversity Mode S Transponder, providing downlink of aircraft information
- radio transmitter and receiver for ground radar interrogations on 1030 (MHz) and transmission of
coded reply pulses to ground-based radar on 1090 (MHz)
- Replies to ATCRBS interrogations using the ICAO 24-bit mode S address, which is unique to the
particular aircraft
- Mode A replies, consisting of any one of 4,096 codes (squawk),
which differ in the position and number of pulses
- Mode C replies, including encoded flight level
- Mode S replies, including aircraft address and flight level
- Acquisition Squitter, including aircraft address and flight level
- Extended Squitter, additionally including position and velocity
- IDENT capability for activating the Special Position Identification (SPI) pulse for 18 (s)

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- certified to EUROCAE ED-73B and CS-ETSO-2C1 1 2a

- maximum flight level 35000 ft, maximum velocity 250 knots
- Display information contains code, reply symbol, mode of operation and pressure altitude
- temperature compensated high precision piezo-resistive pressure sensor
- RS-232 I/O data port
- 8 entries for AA-/AC-Code, FID, Ground-Switch, GPS-/Interfacesetting

Operations – Table of functions:

ON press for 0,5 (s)
ON/OFF
OFF press for 3 (s)
activate VFR (also deactivate)
VFR (select VFRD/VFRW)
store active squawk as VFR/VFRW squawk
swap active and stand-by squawk

IDENT activate SPI pulse

MODE select mode ACS, A-S or stand-by

FID select FID setting (in stand-by mode; press for 5 (s))

X…/.X../..X./…X set according squawk digit

..X. set cursor when entering AA/AC/FID

.X.. change values/select options

After power ON the display shows the name of the instrument and the software version as shown in
Fig. 9.2.7.2.

Fig. 9.2.7.2 power ON display

Operations - Transponder Mode Selection:
Press MOD (repeatedly) to select from the following modes:
• ACS Standard condition; transponder responds to mode A, C and S interrogations.
• A-S Altitude is not transmitted (neither on C nor on S requests). Other S data are transmitted.
• STBY Transponder only responds to directly addressed Mode S interrogations, squitter remains
active.
If a ground switch is connected, actuation of this switch will cause the transponder switch to STBY.

Operations - Squawk Setting:

Turn the knob to adjust the numbers, push the horizontal arrow to step from digit to digit of the
stand-by Squawk-Codes (lower line). Push the vertical arrow to swap stand-by and active squawk.

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