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Legacy
PILOT’S OPERATING
HANDBOOK
and
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
for the
Owners will need to develop a Pilot’s Operating Handbook as part
of the aircraft airworthiness process, and are encouraged to modify
this document to help in that process.
Mfgr’s Serial No. ___________________________
Registration No. ___________________________
LEGACY
Summary of Legacy
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Legacy pilot’s operating handbook and airplane flight manual for the owners will need to develop a pilot’s operating handbook as part of the aircraft airworthiness process, and are encouraged to modify this document to help in that process. Mfgr’s serial no. ___________________________ registration ...
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Legacy iii february 2008 legacy published by lancair international inc. Redmond, oregon 97756 authorized dealer neico aviation inc. 2244 airport way redmond, oregon 97756.
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Legacy iii february 2008 legacy pages description pilot’s operating handbook and airplane flight manual february 2008 log of revisions.
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Iv february 2008 legacy v february 2008 legacy introduction this lancair international pilot’s operating handbook and airplane flight manual is in the format and contains most data recommended in the gama (general aviation manufacturers association) handbook specification number 1. Use of this speci...
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Iv february 2008 legacy v february 2008 legacy handbook table of contents section i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General section ii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Limitations section iii . . . . . . ....
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Legacy i-1 february 2008 legacy g eneral s ection 1 t able of contents important notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 use of this handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-4 revising this handbook . . . . . . . ...
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I-2 february 2008 legacy i-3 february 2008 legacy thank you... You have obtained what we feel is the latest state-of-the-art in a high performance general aviation aircraft. Its performance is spectacular and its life almost beyond measure given reasonable care. A team of outstanding craftsmen has b...
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I-4 february 2008 legacy i-5 february 2008 legacy use of this handbook the pilot’s operating handbook is designed so that necessary documents may be maintained for the safe and efficient operation of your 2-place lancair. Its loose leaf form allows easy maintenance for updates and revisions, and is ...
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I-4 february 2008 legacy i-5 february 2008 legacy notice lancair international incorporated expressly reserves the right to supersede, cancel, and/or declare obsolete, without prior notice, any part, part number, kit or publication referenced herein. The owner/operator should frequently refer to all...
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I-6 february 2008 legacy i-7 february 2008 legacy note upon receipt of a new or revised supplement, compare the “log of revisions” page just received with the existing log page in the manual. Retain only the new page with the latest date on the bottom of the page and discard the old one. Absolute mi...
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I-6 february 2008 legacy i-7 february 2008 legacy legacy three view side view y x front view aircraft length (x) for 550: 270.25; for 540: 274 aicraft height (y) for 550: 88.25; for 540: 90.5 25’ 8” note: above dimension includes strobe lights. Top view 50.34.
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I-8 february 2008 legacy i-9 february 2008 legacy descriptive data engines the lancair legacy is designed for either the continental io-550-n or the lycom- ing io-540-v4a5 engines. Currently lancair does not support or approve of any other engines. Propellers the approved propellers have been tested...
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I-8 february 2008 legacy i-9 february 2008 legacy oil capacities io-540-v4a5....................................... 8 quarts (u.S.) io-550-n.............................................. 8 quarts (u.S.) cabin and entry dimensions length - 45” height - 42.5” width - 41” baggage compartment volume: 11...
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I-10 february 2008 legacy i-11 february 2008 legacy general airspeed terminology and symbols cas calibrated airspeed is the indicated speed of an airplane, corrected for “position error” and instrument error. Calibrated airspeed is equal to true airspeed in standard atmosphere at sea level. Gs groun...
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I-10 february 2008 legacy i-11 february 2008 legacy v y best rate-of-climb speed is the airspeed which delivers the greatest gain in altitude in the shortest possible time. Meteorological terminology isa. International standard atmosphere in which 1) the air is a dry perfect gas; 2) the temperature ...
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I-12 february 2008 legacy i-13 february 2008 legacy egt (exhaust gas temperature). This indicator is used to identify the lean and best power fuel flow for various power settings. Cht (cylinder head temperature). The indicator used to identify the oper- ating temperature of the engines’ cylinder(s)....
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I-12 february 2008 legacy i-13 february 2008 legacy moment. The product of the weight of an item multiplied by its arm. (moment divided by a constant may be used to simplify balance calculations by reducing the number of digits). Airplane center of gravity (cg). The point at which an airplane would ...
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I-16 february 2008 legacy ii-1 february 2008 legacy l imitations s ection ii t able of contents general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ii-3 aircraft operating speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ii-3 powerp...
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Ii-2 february 2008 legacy ii-3 february 2008 legacy general the data approved by lancair international, inc. And the limitations presented herein are those established by lancair as applicable to the lancair legacy. This section follows the format approved by the gama specification #1, and is intend...
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Ii-4 february 2008 legacy ii-5 february 2008 legacy operating limitations operating limitations for the engines supported by lancair for use in the lancair legacy are shown below. If your engine differs, you must account for that. In addition, the data and limits shown is for new specification engin...
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Ii-4 february 2008 legacy ii-5 february 2008 legacy 60% rated power, 155 hp @ 2350 rmp (12.0 gph) cylinder head temperatures maximum (short time period), 500°f (260°c) maximum (above 75%), 475°f maximum (below 75%, 435% oil temperatures maximum, 245°f normal, 180°f-220°f minimum (takeoff) 90°f oil p...
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Ii-6 february 2008 legacy ii-7 february 2008 legacy hydraulic pressure (not normally monitored) gear up................................................. Approximately 1000 psi.To1,200 psi gear down............................................ Approximately 600 psi weight limits maximum take-off weigh...
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Ii-6 february 2008 legacy ii-7 february 2008 legacy demonstrated maneuvers warning: aerobatics not approved maneuver entry speed max g’s chandelle 140 kts 1.5 lazy eight 170 kts 1.5 stalls (not whip stalls)* - 0.0 to 1.5 aileron rolls* 180 kts -1.0* to 1.0 barrel rolls 200 kts 1.0 split-s 100 kts 3....
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Ii-8 february 2008 legacy ii-9 february 2008 legacy types of operations and limits the lancair legacy is approved for the following types of flight when the required equipment is installed and operations are conducted as defined in the limitations section. 1. Vfr, day and night 2. Ifr, day and night...
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Ii-8 february 2008 legacy ii-9 february 2008 legacy in general we do not recommend flying the aircraft unless fuel is visible through the gas caps seating the legacy aircraft seats two, side by side, and can be flown from either seat (al- though dual rudder pedals and brakes are an option on the co-...
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Ii-10 february 2008 legacy ii-11 february 2008 legacy passenger warning; this aircraft is amateur built and does not comply with the federal safety regulations for “standard aircraft.” in addition, the following are some recommended placards: in front of the pilot: airspeed limitations max lndg gear...
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Ii-10 february 2008 legacy ii-11 february 2008 legacy if strobe equipped: turn strobe off when taxiing in vicinity of other aircraft, or when flying in fog/clouds. Standard position lights to be used for all night operations near each canopy latch: latch canopy before take-off. Do not open in flight...
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Ii-12 february 2008 legacy ii-13 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Ii-14 february 2008 legacy iii-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Ii-14 february 2008 legacy iii-1 february 2008 legacy e mergency p rocedures s ection iii t able of contents emergency airspeeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iii-3 engine failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Iii-2 february 2008 legacy iii-3 february 2008 legacy note all airspeeds quoted in this section are indicated airspeeds (ias) and assume zero instrument error. Each aircraft should be calibrated to determine its specific error for various con- figurations. A pacer method is suggested, flying against...
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Iii-4 february 2008 legacy iii-5 february 2008 legacy engine failure during take-off ground roll/low altitude maintain control of the aircraft. If runway permits, land and attempt stop on runway. If at low altitudes (less than approximately 700 ft. Agl), pick the most suitable site within 30° off th...
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Iii-4 february 2008 legacy iii-5 february 2008 legacy reduce power to approx ...................... 2100 rpm mags .................................................... Switch to l, then both, then r, then to best readjust mixture for ............................ Best operation note if power is restor...
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Iii-6 february 2008 legacy iii-7 february 2008 legacy continue cranking if during start to pull fire back into the engine. Stop and exit aircraft if taxiing. Emergency descent power to ............................................... Idle speed brakes (if equipped).................. Open propeller to...
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Iii-6 february 2008 legacy iii-7 february 2008 legacy master .................................................. Off airspeed............................................... Decrease to touch down attempt to fly the aircraft and keep the wings level through the approach and landing until the aircraft ...
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Iii-8 february 2008 legacy iii-9 february 2008 legacy experience alternator failure; master switch ...................................... Off avionics master ................................... Off lights ................................................... Off circuit breakers .........................
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Iii-8 february 2008 legacy iii-9 february 2008 legacy landing gear your lancair gear is held up by hydraulic pressure. Pressure switches shut off the electrical power to the pump in both the up and the down positions. If the gear will not remain retracted it may be discernable by loss of cruise spee...
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Iii-10 february 2008 legacy iii-11 february 2008 legacy spins spins are not recommended. If a spin is entered inadvertently or intentionally the stick should be neutralized or placed forward, the rudder full against the direction of the spin until rotation is stopped. At this point, the maneuver sho...
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Iii-10 february 2008 legacy iii-11 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Iii-12 february 2008 legacy iv-1 february 2008 legacy n ormal p rocedures s ection iv t able of contents safe operating airspeeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iv-3 preflight inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iv-5 before st...
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Iv-2 february 2008 legacy iv-3 february 2008 legacy safe operating airspeeds note all airspeeds in this section are indicated airspeeds (ias) and assume zero instrument error. You should make sure your system has been correctly calibrated and account for those errors as necessary . Note best airspee...
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Iv-4 february 2008 legacy iv-5 february 2008 legacy 1 2 3 4 oil door wing tip lights aileron trim tab speed brake static port note: there may be one at the same location in the right side. Elevator trim tab flaps right wing left wing cockpit rudder trim tab.
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Iv-4 february 2008 legacy iv-5 february 2008 legacy preflight inspection 1. Cockpit 1. Control lock ..............................Remove 2. Ignition switch ...........................Off 3. Gear switch ................................Down 4. Master switch.............................On 5. Gear posit...
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Iv-6 february 2008 legacy iv-7 february 2008 legacy 13. Wing tip...................................Inspect for cracked paint and gen- eral damage. 14. Left wing..................................Sight down along the upper sur- face, leading edge and lower surface. It should be smooth with no buckling...
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Iv-6 february 2008 legacy iv-7 february 2008 legacy 2. Right aileron ..............................Check motion. The aileron should move smoothly and freely. Warning the ailerons and flaps must not interfere. Inspect the inboard surface of ailerons and outboard surface of flaps for signs of wear. 3....
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Iv-8 february 2008 legacy iv-9 february 2008 legacy center linkage. Inspect hydraulics and look for leaks. 3. Gear doors .................................Check condition. Make sure they move freely. 4. Cowling ......................................Check secure. Check that all cowl- ing screws are in...
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Iv-8 february 2008 legacy iv-9 february 2008 legacy starting - (checklist) 1. Master switch.............................On 2. Fuel quantity..............................Check, compare with visual check 3. Carb heat/ alternate air.............Off 4. Mixture .......................................Rich...
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Iv-10 february 2008 legacy iv-11 february 2008 legacy hot starting starting a hot engine can be difficult. This is particularly true with fuel injected engines and is generally due to vapor lock in the fuel system. All engines vary in their starting characteristics within the same models due in part...
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Iv-10 february 2008 legacy iv-11 february 2008 legacy 4. Warm up 900 - 1000 rpm. 5. Oil door - closed. Pre-taxi checks - (checklist) 1. Prior to power application ..........Clear area around and aft 2. Brakes.........................................Check pre take-off run-up - (checklist) 1. Canopy ....
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Iv-12 february 2008 legacy iv-13 february 2008 legacy 17. Controls free ............................Check 18. Door seal..................................On * note allow enough time for the gyro instruments to fully erect. A minimum of five (5) minutes is recommended, eight (8) minutes if imc conditi...
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Iv-12 february 2008 legacy iv-13 february 2008 legacy 14. Climb speed .............................(vx) 102 kias until all obstacles are cleared (vy) 135 kias best rate of climb 140 kias and greater normal climb cruise - (checklist) 1. Throttle .......................................As desired set 2...
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Iv-14 february 2008 legacy iv-15 february 2008 legacy g. On turbocharged engines never exceed 1650°f turbine inlet temperature (tit) with standard turbochargers. H. Changes to cruise altitudes and/or power settings require the mixture to be reset. Note the following guidelines reflect recommended pr...
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Iv-14 february 2008 legacy iv-15 february 2008 legacy use of carburetor heat/alternate air note this section on carburetor icing obviously does not apply to fuel injected engines normally installed on the lancair legacy. Follow normal procedures for carburetor icing. Additional checklists the use of...
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Iv-16 february 2008 legacy iv-17 february 2008 legacy balked landing - (checklist) 1. Throttle .......................................Full 2. Airspeed......................................95 kts, establish climb 3. Flaps ...........................................Retract to 20° 4. Gear ................
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Iv-16 february 2008 legacy iv-17 february 2008 legacy radios ..................................... Set engine instruments ................. In green gas shut off................................... Open boost ....................................... As desired fuel pressure........................... ...
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Iv-18 february 2008 legacy iv-19 february 2008 legacy abbreviated landing checklist (g.U.M.P.) gas fuel tanks ............................... Set fullest tank boost ....................................... As desired fuel pressure........................... Check under carriage gear.....................
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Iv-18 february 2008 legacy iv-19 february 2008 legacy engine considerations very cold temperatures require extra considerations for engine starting and op- erations. The engine oil will be significantly more viscous resulting in higher oil pressures, slower indication upon starting, increased engine...
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Iv-20 february 2008 legacy iv-21 february 2008 legacy noise all approaches and departures should be made with noise considerations second only to safety. More and more areas are becoming noise sensitive and our consid- eration of such areas will prolong our ability to operate in a friendly community...
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Iv-20 february 2008 legacy iv-21 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Iv-22 february 2008 legacy v-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Iv-22 february 2008 legacy v-1 february 2008 legacy p erformance s ection v t able of contents introduction to performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .V-3 altimeter corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .V-3 t ower p ass c alibrations . . . ...
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V-2 february 2008 legacy v-3 february 2008 legacy introduction to performance the graphs and tables presented in this section identify performance information for aid in flight planning at various parameters of aircraft weight, engine powers, altitudes and temperatures. Data you obtain will be pecul...
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V-4 february 2008 legacy v-5 february 2008 legacy tower pass calibrations “tower passes” require numerous fly-bys, each gathering a data point at a specific flight speed and configuration. The aircraft is flown past a tower where pressure altitude in the tower, aircraft indicated altitude, aircraft ...
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V-4 february 2008 legacy v-5 february 2008 legacy trailing cone calibrations another method utilizing a “trailing cone” can be utilized for “solo” data gathering which will eliminate the hazards and transfer errors of a pacer calibration and the time consumed by tower passes as well as increase the ...
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V-6 february 2008 legacy v-7 february 2008 legacy 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 +1 00 +80 +6 0 +4 0 +2 0 0 -20 -40 -60 -80 -100 al timeter correction - (owners cal ibration) flaps and gear down flaps and gear up, cruise configuration altimeter correction chart correction to be ad...
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V-6 february 2008 legacy v-7 february 2008 legacy airspeed system calibration airspeed pitot and static system calibrations can be obtained while flying against the pacer aircraft. Pitot systems can also be calibrated by flying between two known locations (fixes), in opposite directions carefully me...
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V-8 february 2008 legacy v-9 february 2008 legacy 60 (sample calibration chart) calibrated airspeed ~ kts or mph indicated airspeed ~ kts or mph (sample chart) airspeed calibration 60 80 100 12 0 140 160 180 200 220 24 0 260 280 300 260 240 220 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 300 280 zero error line cali...
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V-8 february 2008 legacy v-9 february 2008 legacy 60 airspeed calibration for _____________ calibrated airspeed ~ kts or mph indicated airspeed ~ kts or mph airspeed calibration for __________ 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 260 240 220 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 300 280 zero error...
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V-10 february 2008 legacy v-11 february 2008 legacy stall speeds aircraft stall speeds are a function of gross weight, flap position, and engine power setting for unaccelerated stalls. In addition, turning flight adds effective weight as a function of bank angle (i.E. 60° bank while maintaining leve...
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V-10 february 2008 legacy v-11 february 2008 legacy stall speeds (owners) note: max altitude loss during recovery is approx. _____ ft. 30 40 140 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 50 30 40 140 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 50 reference line stall speed ~ knots 30 40 140 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 50 1700 18...
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V-12 february 2008 legacy v-13 february 2008 legacy takeoff distances takeoff distances are a function of pressure altitude, gross weight, wind component and outside air temperature. Runway slope and surface type (grass, slush, etc.) can lengthen your required takeoff distance significantly. Takeoff...
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V-12 february 2008 legacy v-13 february 2008 legacy associated conditions: t.O. Pwr - set before brakes release flaps - up, (takeoff) gear - retracted after lift off runway - paved notes: • decrease distance 4% for each 5 kts headwind • increase distance by 6% for each 2.5 kts tailwind take-off dist...
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V-14 february 2008 legacy v-15 february 2008 legacy rate of climb rate of climb ~ ft/min gross weight ~ pounds rate of climb for _______ 2200 2000 1800 1600 0 2400 2200 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 rate of climb your rate of climb is a function of gross weight, pressure altitude and...
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V-14 february 2008 legacy v-15 february 2008 legacy cruise speeds as with the climb chart data, your actual cruise speed data can be recorded during normal cross country flights. Your engine’s power setting (rpm, altitude and mani- fold pressure) for the flight must be converted to hp for your actua...
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V-16 february 2008 legacy v-17 february 2008 legacy 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 sl 4,000 8,000 12,000 t rue airspeed ~ knots cruise speeds sample pressur e altitude ~ feet sample cruise speed data 75% 65% 55%.
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V-16 february 2008 legacy v-17 february 2008 legacy 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 sl 4,000 8,000 12,000 t rue airspeed ~ knots cruise speeds pressur e altitude ~ feet cruise speed data _______________ 75% 65% 55%.
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V-18 february 2008 legacy v-19 february 2008 legacy t emperatur e ~ degr ees c pr essur e altitude vs outside air t emperatur e pressur e altitude ~ feet international standard atmosphere (isa) -40 sl 2,000 3,000 4,000 1,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 -30 -20 -10 0 +10 +20 +30 +50 +40 +60 ...
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V-18 february 2008 legacy v-19 february 2008 legacy -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 +50 +40 +3 0 +2 0 +1 0 0 -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 fahr enheit to celsius conversion 100 110 120 degr ees ~ °f degrees ~ °c temperature conversion.
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V-22 february 2008 legacy vi-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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V-22 february 2008 legacy vi-1 february 2008 legacy w eight and b alance / e quipment l ist s ection vi t able of contents weight and balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vi-3 measuring locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Vi-2 february 2008 legacy vi-3 february 2008 legacy weight and balance the center of gravity instructions will eventually be published in the pilot’s operat- ing handbook. In the meantime we’ll publish the procedures in the newsletter. Center of gravity: the center of gravity is simply a point at th...
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Vi-4 february 2008 legacy vi-5 february 2008 legacy fs 0 leading edge of wing @ bl 27 measuring locations firewall joggle fs 64.625 ref. Main gear nose tire.
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Vi-4 february 2008 legacy vi-5 february 2008 legacy record the following: nose tire fs _________________ main ger fs _________________ center of gravity envelope: _________________ leading edge of wing @ bl 27 __________ + 5.98” ____________ = forward limit + 12” ____________ = aft limit + 1.96” ___...
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Vi-6 february 2008 legacy vi-7 february 2008 legacy note: you must take your own measurements off your aircraft and not use the numbers off the illustrations. Each aircraft is a little different. Step 2: weighing the aircraft next the aircraft is weighed. Be sure the aircraft scales have been “zeroe...
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Vi-6 february 2008 legacy vi-7 february 2008 legacy step 3: compute empty weight and balance item weight (lbs.) x momarm (inches) = mom. Wt (lb-inches) nose gear x = main gear x = total add up the total moment weights and divide by total weight example: item weight (lbs.) x momarm (inches) = mom. Wt...
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Vi-8 february 2008 legacy vi-9 february 2008 legacy total moment weight are the moments from the weighing with the item and the empty moment weight is the moment weight when the aircraft is in the empty condition. You first weighed the aircraft empty from which you obtained an empty total mo- ment o...
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Vi-8 february 2008 legacy vi-9 february 2008 legacy general comments: mean aerodynamic chord (or mac) is an imaginary wing chord used for reference to weight and balance and other computations. The legacy center of gravity range is approved from 10 to 25% of mean aerodynamic chord. The c.G. Location...
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Vi-10 february 2008 legacy vi-11 february 2008 legacy fir ewal l joggle fs 64.625 ref . Fs 0 weight and balance sheet ex amp le: co ntinental io-550 nose gear fs 50 fuel fs 100.45 main gear fs 104.625 pilots fs 108.71 baggag e fs 141 c.G.: fs 87.8 to fs 93.81 10% to 25% ma c.
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Vi-10 february 2008 legacy vi-11 february 2008 legacy registration number: n975ra_____ owner:__________________________ item w eight arm moment (lbs.) (inches) lb. Inches empty aircraft 1553 87.94 136470.82 fuel 360 100.45 36162 pilot 200 108.72 200 co-pilot 0 108.72 0 baggage 50 141 7050 t otal w e...
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Vi-12 february 2008 legacy vi-13 february 2008 legacy fir ewal l joggle fs 64.625 ref . Weight and balance sheet c g: fs 87.8 to fs 93.72 10% to 25% ma c ex amp le: ly co ming io-540 nose gear fs 50.125 fuel fs 100.45 main gear fs 104.25 pilots fs 108.71 baggag e fs 141.
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Vi-12 february 2008 legacy vi-13 february 2008 legacy registration number: _____________ owner:__________________________ item w eight arm moment (lbs.) (inches) lb. Inches empty aircraft 1473 85.32 125685.88 fuel 210 100.45 21094.5 pilot 180 108.72 19568.99 co-pilot 180 108.72 19568.99 baggage 50 1...
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Vi-14 february 2008 legacy vi-15 february 2008 legacy fir ewal l joggle fs 64.625 ref . Weight and balance sheet nose gear fs ___ fuel fs _______ main gear fs ______ pilots fs _______ baggag e fs ____ c.G.: fs ____to___fs _____ 10% to 25% ma c.
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Vi-14 february 2008 legacy vi-15 february 2008 legacy registration number:____________ owner:__________________________ item w eight arm moment (lbs.) (inches) lb. Inches empty aircraft fuel pilot co-pilot baggage t otal w eight t otal moment: c.G. = t otal moment / t otal w eight = ______ % mac = _...
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Vi-16 february 2008 legacy vii-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Vi-16 february 2008 legacy vii-1 february 2008 legacy s ystem d escription s ection vii t able of contents general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vii-3 airframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Vii-2 february 2008 legacy vii-3 february 2008 legacy general having constructed your lancair, you are probably quite knowledgeable of its gen- eral construction and physical characteristics. Herein are included general systems descriptions applicable to all legacys. Your system may be slightly diff...
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Vii-4 february 2008 legacy vii-5 february 2008 legacy t ypical legacy cockpit pilot’ s side co-pilot’ s side magnetic compass f l a p s up do wn radio stack rheostats el t circuit breakers t rim controls emer gency smoke hood emer gency gear dump v alve throttle/prop./mix. Fresh air v alve fuel sele...
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Vii-4 february 2008 legacy vii-5 february 2008 legacy flight controls the lancair legacy is conventional in its control configuration. The ailerons and elevators use push-pull tubes with bearing mounts and rod end bearings providing smooth controls. The rudder control is via stainless steel cables. ...
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Vii-6 february 2008 legacy vii-7 february 2008 legacy flaps the flaps are electrically operated by a single electric two-way motor. The motor drives a jack screw which in turn extends and retracts the flaps. The figure below shows the flaps system in schematic form. The standard technique for establ...
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Vii-6 february 2008 legacy vii-7 february 2008 legacy landing gear the lancair main gear is the air/oil oleo type. The gear is fully retractable driven by an electric/hydraulic system. The retractable nose gear strut is similar to the main gear execpt that it pivots. The strut is self centering mean...
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Vii-8 february 2008 legacy vii-9 february 2008 legacy warning operation of the pump is limited to 20 seconds after which a 5 minute cooling period is required. As the gear becomes fully retracted and pressure builds up, pump operation should be limited to 2 to 3 seconds due to the rapid heating in t...
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Vii-8 february 2008 legacy vii-9 february 2008 legacy gear doors are actuated by a sequence valve that powers a hydraulic cylinder. The accessible portion should be inspected prior to every flight. The linkage and mi- croswitches should be part of every preflight inspection and be given a particular...
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Vii-10 february 2008 legacy vii-11 february 2008 legacy work to your best advantage. Always make sure any uninitiated passengers know how to secure and release their belt and harness without relying on you. Canopy, windows and exits the canopy is hinged in the front. The weight of the canopy is offs...
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Vii-10 february 2008 legacy vii-11 february 2008 legacy cooled design provided with magnetos for ignition, a starter and alternator. The simplicity of these powerplants aids in their reliability providing they are given the care such a mechanical device requires. Since this is your only source of po...
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Vii-12 february 2008 legacy vii-13 february 2008 legacy recommendation must be used. This is particularly important for the breaking in of a new engine. For specifics see the manufacturer’s engine operating manual for recommendations for your engine. Rpm: fixed pitch propellers have blade angles suc...
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Vii-12 february 2008 legacy vii-13 february 2008 legacy this warmed air a power reduction will be noticed due to the less dense air being supplied to the engine. Upon clearing of the ice the heat should normally be re- turned to full cold. If a carburetor air temperature probe is installed (downstre...
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Vii-14 february 2008 legacy vii-15 february 2008 legacy warning the lancair does not lend itself to hand starting (propping) due to its low profile and tricycle gear. This practice is very dangerous. Accessories all engines are equipped with an alternator as a source of electrical power to charge th...
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Vii-14 february 2008 legacy vii-15 february 2008 legacy abnormal operation after a few hours of operating your legacy you will become familiar with its operation from its flight controls to the engine. It is good practice to make writ- ten notes of how it is operating so that you can spot changes. T...
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Vii-16 february 2008 legacy vii-17 february 2008 legacy fuel system schematic fig. 1 left wing approx. Capacity 32 gallons. Right wing approx. Capacity 32 gallons. Fuel vent with check valve fuel passage dry bay gas cap two dif ferent styles are available through kci. One is a plastic cap (sprl-kci)...
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Vii-16 february 2008 legacy vii-17 february 2008 legacy warning do not install a fuel selector or modify your fuel selector to a “both” position. Operating the legacy with such a valve is considered dangerous. The continental engine installations are slightly different from the lycomings in that the...
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Vii-18 february 2008 legacy vii-19 february 2008 legacy a valve is provided to connect the high and low pressure lines essentially equal- izing the system pressure. The main gear will then free fall of its own weight and the nose wheel gas strut will drive the nose wheel down. This “gear dump” valve...
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Vii-18 february 2008 legacy vii-19 february 2008 legacy brake system the legacy brake system is standard on the pilot’s (left) side. Steering on the ground is by use of differential brakes. The rudder ped- als incorporate independent toe brakes. The optional adjustable rudder pedals shown to the rig...
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Vii-20 february 2008 legacy vii-21 february 2008 legacy the landing gear electrical schematic for the hydraulic system is shown. As can be seen the green gear (down) lights are independent of this system, only shown here for completeness. The power pack is powered thru relays with pressure switches ...
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Vii-20 february 2008 legacy vii-21 february 2008 legacy the hydraulic schematic is shown under the heading of the hydraulic system in this section. Together they show the simplicity of the landing gear system. Flap electrical system the wing flaps are electrically operated and off of the main electr...
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Vii-22 february 2008 legacy vii-23 february 2008 legacy switch. For example the “count” of 5 will generally result in approach flaps. If desired a mark can be placed on the extended flap visible to the pilot to aid in reaching a consistent position quicker. The simplicity of the system is apparent i...
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Vii-22 february 2008 legacy vii-23 february 2008 legacy note it is recommended that the avionics buss be “cold” during engine starts to preclude any electrical surge from affecting the avionics suite. Heating, ventilating & defrosting cockpit heating is provided by fresh intake air which is routed t...
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Vii-24 february 2008 legacy vii-25 february 2008 legacy pitot static system vsi al t a/s static port, left side static port, right side heating element airspeed pressure switch enc ode r.
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Vii-24 february 2008 legacy vii-25 february 2008 legacy your aircraft may have one or two static ports. The static ports are installed underneath the aft windows. During pre-flight you should inspect the static port especially if the aircraft has been parked outside. Vacuum system the vacuum system ...
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Vii-26 february 2008 legacy vii-27 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Vii-28 february 2008 legacy viii-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Vii-28 february 2008 legacy viii-1 february 2008 legacy h andling , s ervicing and m aintenance s ection viii t able of contents introduction to servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viii-3 “51% r ule ” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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Viii-2 february 2008 legacy viii-3 february 2008 legacy introduction to servicing this section is designed to help you the owner and pilot of your lancair to service and maintain it in a safe and efficient manner. The information herein is approved by lancair international. The intended user of this...
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Viii-4 february 2008 legacy viii-5 february 2008 legacy warning it remains your responsibility as pilot to insure that the machine remains airworthy. For example your altimeter and static system must be checked each 24 months by a certified repair station before the plane can be flown in the ifr sys...
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Viii-4 february 2008 legacy viii-5 february 2008 legacy include an inspection of the landing gear, all structure for cracks, evidence of delaminations, corrosion of parts, security of fittings and fasteners, a compression test of the engine’s cylinders, and an inspection of the propeller. This “cond...
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Viii-6 february 2008 legacy viii-7 february 2008 legacy note only lancair or its dealers approved parts should be used for any repairs to your lancair. Salvage parts, or parts whose history cannot be fully traced and their care in storage and handling completely defmed and determined acceptable by l...
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Viii-6 february 2008 legacy viii-7 february 2008 legacy tie-downs the legacy has removable tie-downs which are removed for flight. The tie-downs should be used to secure your aircraft unless it is hangared. Tie-down ropes should be left with some slack to allow for any rope shrinkage. Manila or hemp...
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Viii-8 february 2008 legacy viii-9 february 2008 legacy note when it is necessary to raise the entire aircraft in order to perform the retract test, you will need one jack underneath each wing. Remove the upper cowling and attach the engine hoist to raise the engine. Caution anytime an aircraft is o...
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Viii-8 february 2008 legacy viii-9 february 2008 legacy flyable storage if the aircraft is to be put into flyable storage, the engine would not be preserved nor the dessicated plugs installed. Once a week the engine should be rotated by hand some 4 to 6 revolutions, and left in a different position....
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Viii-10 february 2008 legacy viii-11 february 2008 legacy sufficient for the flight duration. The oil level is checked thru the small door on the upper right top side of the engine cowling. A minimum of 6 quarts should be indicated before every flight. Oil changes during the initial break-in the eng...
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Viii-10 february 2008 legacy viii-11 february 2008 legacy warning the battery box is vented overboard to dispose of the hydrogen gas produced during charging. Hydrogen is an explosive gas in widely varying concentrations so it is important to frequently check that the vent line is clear of obstructi...
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Viii-12 february 2008 legacy viii-13 february 2008 legacy the shimmy damper system should provide 20 to 50 ft-lbs of drag when the wheel/ strut is moved (rotated left and right about the strut axis) at a moderate rate. Fast rotation rates should create higher torques. Verify this condition. Lift the...
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Viii-12 february 2008 legacy viii-13 february 2008 legacy hail or whatever need to be “dressed out” until smooth. Care should be used to maintain a similar contour to the blade after dressing and the area should then be polished resulting in a smooth, scratch free surface. Warning use care when hand...
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Viii-14 february 2008 legacy viii-15 february 2008 legacy never use gasoline, benzine, alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, anti-ice fluids, lacquer thinners or glass cleaners. They will either soften the material or cause it to craze. Rubbing of the surface with a dry cloth should be avoided as ...
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Viii-14 february 2008 legacy viii-15 february 2008 legacy caution avoid the use of high pressure cleaning systems and solvents. They can damage parts such as propeller hubs, fill pitot probes and static ports, enter cooling air ports with resultant damage to the interior and avionics, and remove are...
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Viii-16 february 2008 legacy viii-17 february 2008 legacy recommended servicing item check & service oil drain water trap service fuel tanks service oil with ashless dispersant oil change oil filter change fuel filters check battery fluid check brake lines check all gear doors (nose & main gears) ch...
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Viii-16 february 2008 legacy viii-17 february 2008 legacy lancair legacy annual type condition inspection model:__________ serial number _________ registration number __________ tachometer time ____________ total time ____________ date ___________ check list initials engine 1. Check documentation: a...
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Viii-18 february 2008 legacy viii-19 february 2008 legacy 21. Check condition of magneto points, set / replace as necessary. Rebuild every 500 hrs 22. Check magneto to engine timing in accordance with engine data plate 23. Check exhaust system for cracks, security, & condition of gaskets 24. Check i...
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Viii-18 february 2008 legacy viii-19 february 2008 legacy 5. Check hydraulic power pack & lines for leaks, security, & fluid level 6. Check elevator idler arm for security & lubricate rod ends 7. Inspect flap motor compartment, rods and motor for proper operation, running current & lubricate 8. Chec...
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Viii-20 february 2008 legacy viii-21 february 2008 legacy radio 1. Check radio & electronic equip. For proper installation & secure mounting 2. Check wiring & conduits for proper mounting & obvious defects 3. Check bonding & shielding for improper installation & condition 4. Check antennas for condi...
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Viii-20 february 2008 legacy viii-21 february 2008 legacy 17. Check nose geaar operation when wheel is at slight turning radius & tire or tang do not hang up when gear is retracted. Service oleo strut with fork fluid every 100 hrs 18. Check operation of gear position lights & switches 19. Check all ...
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Viii-22 february 2008 legacy ix-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Viii-22 february 2008 legacy ix-1 february 2008 legacy s upplements s ection ix t able of contents general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ix-3 scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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Ix-2 february 2008 legacy ix-3 february 2008 legacy general this handbook is structured in accordance with the general aviation specification #1. Many areas of the format will, however, differ to the unique characteristic of your category of aircraft-experimental/amateur built, whereby certain equip...
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Ix-4 february 2008 legacy ix-5 february 2008 legacy supplements for systems or equipment which you install may be provided to you by the manufacturer, but you should be aware that such supplements are often not offered or available or not in a usable format, and thus the development of the supplemen...
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Ix-4 february 2008 legacy ix-5 february 2008 legacy the aircraft’s normal operation, so state. Section 5-performance. The effect of the subject system on the aircraft’s nor- mal procedures should be clearly identified and again if no change, so state. Your supplements the intent of the preceding tut...
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Ix-6 february 2008 legacy ix-7 february 2008 legacy pilot’s operating handbook and airplane flight manual for lancair model ____________, n_____________ log of supplements supplements must be in the airplane for flight operations when subject equipment is installed. Part number subject rev. No. Date.
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Ix-6 february 2008 legacy ix-7 february 2008 legacy supplement for the (system or equipment) general - (description & purpose of equipment) limitations - (of equipment) approved by _______________________ date ______________________________.
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Ix-8 february 2008 legacy ix-9 february 2008 legacy performance data from n540l press. Alt. Feet oat deg. C man. Pres. Inches fuel flow gph rpm kias knots ktas knots fuel economy naut. Mpg 6,500 15 24.6 15.5 2500 203 226 14.6 15 24.6 14.9 2400 200 222 14.9 egt peaked 13 24.7 14 2300 197 218 15.6 at ...
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Ix-8 february 2008 legacy ix-9 february 2008 legacy press. Alt. Feet oat deg. C man. Pres. Inches fuel flow gph rpm kias knots ktas knots fuel economy naut. Mpg. 12,500 3 19.4 12.2 2400 179 217 17.8 3 19.4 11.6 2300 176 214 18.4 2 16.7 10.2 2400 158 194.5 17.1 egt peaked 1 16.7 9.7 2300 156 192 19.8...
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Ix-10 february 2008 legacy ix-11 february 2008 legacy emergency procedures:.
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Ix-12 february 2008 legacy ix-13 february 2008 legacy emergency procedures: (continued)......
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Ix-14 february 2008 legacy ix-15 february 2008 legacy normal procedures:.
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Ix-14 february 2008 legacy ix-15 february 2008 legacy normal procedures: (continued)......
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Ix-16 february 2008 legacy ix-17 february 2008 legacy performance: system description:.
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Ix-16 february 2008 legacy ix-17 february 2008 legacy servicing and maintenance: approved by ___________________ date __________________________.
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Ix-18 february 2008 legacy x-1 february 2008 legacy notes:.
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Ix-18 february 2008 legacy x-1 february 2008 legacy s afety i nformation s ection x t able of contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-3 general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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X-2 february 2008 legacy x-3 february 2008 legacy introduction your lancair legacy is an extremely high quality aircraft and one which will give years of service given the care a fine machine deserves. It, like most other pieces of equipment, will operate best under certain conditions, and can be da...
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X-4 february 2008 legacy x-5 february 2008 legacy general knowledge, skill, judgment and experience go together to make up the truly good pilot. Know your airplane and its systems. Not just how it works, or is supposed to work, but how healthy its systems are. To do that you need to watch it in acti...
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X-4 february 2008 legacy x-5 february 2008 legacy 1/2 or more. Baggage (secured of course) is not excessive such that gross weight or cg is out of limits? Mentally review the flight from take off thru landing for speeds and altitudes. Rotate at ___kts, climb at ___kts, level off at xxx feet, etc. Fi...
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X-6 february 2008 legacy x-7 february 2008 legacy become familiar with the aim and use the information in it to become and remain a more “professional” pilot. Advisory information notices to airmen (notams) provide information of a time-critical nature which can affect the decision to go or not go.....
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X-6 february 2008 legacy x-7 february 2008 legacy lancair newsletter titled, “lancair mail“ which is obviously oriented specifically to our lancairs, and of course this handbook. General flight topics flight plans plan your flight and fly your plan. Words worth remembering and following. Planning me...
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X-8 february 2008 legacy x-9 february 2008 legacy severe weather your lancair is stressed for all but the most severe maneuvers but anything man can build he can break. Severe weather means dangerous wind shears and vertical air movements. These can often be seen as evidenced by cumulus or lenticula...
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X-8 february 2008 legacy x-9 february 2008 legacy marginal vfr flight flight in vfr conditions is what we normally think of, but... Statistics suggest that marginal vfr is where problems often occur. Again the preflight weather brief- ing should include the weather man’s (and your own) assessment of...
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X-10 february 2008 legacy x-11 february 2008 legacy 3. Sense of euphoria or well being 4. Seemingly darker than normal lighting conditions 5. Grey-qut 6. Black-qut somewhere in this sequence an in-flight decision can be made which is wrong or improperly reacted to, or just ignored. Loss of control o...
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X-10 february 2008 legacy x-11 february 2008 legacy just land on the remaining runway or within ± 30° of the takeoff heading, main- taining control thru initial impact and until the aircraft comes to rest. Should you ever have this unfortunate occurrence you’ll be happy you used all the runway avail...
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X-12 february 2008 legacy viscosity is not yet normal. High power settings before the engine has reached minimum temperature also thermally stresses the engine. All of the above simply says it is prudent to treat your engine with all the care it deserves and it will in turn take care of you. Aerobat...