DG Flugzeugbau GmbH
Flight manual DG-500M
Clean the landing gear and tow release after landing in an muddy field. Dirt in
the front strut can keep the landing gear from locking over center next time.
Simply hosing with water is the best cleaning method.
Landing with the landing gear retracted
It is recommended to use this technique only on very short fields or if there are
furrows in a cross direction in the field. After wheel up landing check the
fuselage belly, the C.G. tow hook and the tow hook bulkheads for damage.
Note: Extension of the engine after the landing see sect. 4.5.6.3
4.5.7.2 Landing with the engine extended and running
Wing flap setting L
Follow the instructions in sect. 4.5.7.1 except that no side slipping
should be done. If longer sinking flights with the engine idling are
necessary it is recommended to apply some throttle at least every 60
seconds to ensure enough engine lubrication.
4.5.7.3 Landing with the engine extended and stopped
Wing flap setting L
Due to the high drag from the extended engine, the approach should be
made using as little airbrake as possible.
Fully extended airbrakes may result in a heavy and uncomfortable
landing.
If possible avoid landing with the engine extended and stopped.
Issued: April 1997 App. 4.23
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