C42E 540kg LSA POH Issue 3 China 15.03.2016
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3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.1 General Information
The C42 E is a very easy to fly aircraft, capable of controlled landing at slow speed onto moderately rough
surfaces.
3.2 Emergency Airspeeds
Best glide speed 76mph, 65kt Glide angle 10:1
Approach speed 62mph, 54kt Yellow triangle marker on ASI
Stall speed full flap 40mph, 35kt Bottom of white arc on ASI
Emergency Checklists:
3.3 Engine fire during startup
Magneto switches OFF
Master switch OFF
Main fuel shut off valve OFF
Evacuate aircraft
If safe to approach aircraft discharge fire extinguisher through radiators and cowling exits.
3.4 Engine failure during takeoff
If sufficient runway ahead land and apply brakes.
If not, ensure the nose is lowered promptly to maintain flying speed.
If lower than 500’, land straight or near to straight ahead. Do not attempt to turn back to the airfield.
If you have sufficient height and time make a MAY DAY call. Stay on the frequency you are already on if
contact established. Remember it is more important to keep flying the aircraft on your planned approach
than any other action.
3.5 Loss of engine power in flight
Set attitude for best glide at 65 knots and trim (This is a good compromise speed and easy to achieve
quickly). Assess the wind direction and select a suitable landing area into wind. Plan your approach and
execute this action.
Activate carburetor heat control.
If you have time check the reason for engine failure:
Master switch ON
Magneto switches ON
Main fuel shut off valve ON
Choke OFF
Try restart:
Auxiliary fuel pump ON
Throttle set 1/4 open
Press starter
If restart not achieved and you still have sufficient height and time make a MAY DAY call. Stay on the
frequency you are already on if contact established. Remember it is more important to keep flying the
aircraft on your planned approach than any other action.
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