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Diamond
AIRCRAFT
DA-20 Katana
FLIGHT MANUAL Day/Night
100 hp
Revision 6
Incremental Revision
Change Instructions
Doc # DA202-100 January 18, 2012
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Revision 6
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Table of Contents

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Diamond Aircraft Katana DA 20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDiamond Aircraft
ModelKatana DA 20
CategoryAircrafts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: General

1.1. Introduction

Overview of the flight manual's purpose.

1.2. Certification Basis

Aircraft approval and airworthiness standards.

1.3. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Definitions of important safety terms.

1.4. Three-View Drawing of Airplane

Visual representation of aircraft dimensions.

1.5. Dimensions

Detailed physical specifications of the aircraft.

1.6. Engine

Details of the Rotax 912S3 engine.

1.7. Propeller

Information on the Hoffmann propeller.

1.8. Fuel

Approved fuel grades and capacity.

1.9. Lubricant and Coolant

Recommendations for oil and coolant.

1.10. Weight

Aircraft weight limitations and specifications.

1.11. List of Definitions and Abbreviations

Glossary of terms and acronyms used.

1.12. Conversion Factors

Conversion tables for units of measure.

Chapter 2: Operating Limitations

2.1. Introduction

Overview of operating limitations.

2.2. Airspeed Limitations

Permissible speeds for various flight phases.

2.3. Airspeed Indicator Markings

Explanation of airspeed indicator color codes.

2.4. Power Plant Limitations

Engine and propeller operating limits.

2.5. Powerplant Instrument Markings

Color codes for powerplant instruments.

2.6. Miscellaneous Instrument Markings

Color codes for other instruments.

2.7. Weight

Maximum permissible aircraft weight.

2.8. Center of Gravity

Aircraft CG range and limits.

2.9. Approved Maneuvers

Permissible aerobatic maneuvers.

2.10. Maneuvering Load Factors

Structural load factor limits.

2.11. Maximum Passenger Seating

Capacity for passengers.

2.12. Flight Crew

Minimum flight crew requirements.

2.13. Kinds of Operation

Allowed flight operations (VFR).

2.14. Fuel

Fuel capacity and grades.

2.15. Placards

Required aircraft warning labels.

2.16. Demonstrated Crosswind Component

Maximum demonstrated crosswind.

2.17. Temperature Limits

Operational temperature limits.

Chapter 3: Emergency Procedures

3.1. Introduction

Overview of emergency procedures.

3.2. Airspeeds During Emergency Procedures

Speeds for emergency situations.

3.3.1. Engine Failures

Procedures for engine failures.

3.3.2. Emergency Landing

Procedures for emergency landings.

3.3.3. Fire

Procedures for fire incidents.

3.3.4. Icing

Procedures for unintentional flight into icing.

3.3.5. Recovery from Unintentional Spin

Procedures to recover from spins.

3.3.6. Landing with Defective Tire on Main Landing Gear

Procedures for landing with a flat tire.

3.3.8. Gliding

Procedures for gliding.

3.3.9. Electrical Power Failure

Procedures for electrical system failures.

3.3.10. Flap System Failure

Procedures for flap system malfunctions.

3.3.11. Starter Failure

Procedures for starter malfunctions.

3.3.12. Avionics System Failure

Procedures for avionics system failures.

3.3.13. Trim System Failure

Procedures for trim system malfunctions.

3.3.14. Instrument Panel Lighting Failure

Procedures for lighting failures.

3.3.15. Tachometer Failure

Procedures for tachometer failures.

Chapter 4: Normal Operating Procedures

4.1. Introduction

Overview of normal operating procedures.

4.2. Airspeeds for Normal Flight Operation

Recommended airspeeds for flight.

4.3. Structural Temperature Indicator

Function of the structural temperature indicator.

4.4.1. Preflight Inspection

Detailed preflight inspection steps.

4.4.2. Before Starting Engine

Procedures before engine start.

4.4.3. Starting Engine

Step-by-step engine starting procedures.

4.4.4. Before Taxiing

Procedures before taxiing.

4.4.5. Taxiing

Procedures for taxiing the aircraft.

4.4.6. Before Take-off (Engine Run-up)

Procedures for engine run-up.

4.4.7. Take-off

Procedures for taking off.

4.4.8. Climb

Procedures for climbing.

4.4.9. Cruise

Procedures for cruise flight.

4.4.10. Descent

Procedures for descending.

4.4.11. Landing Approach

Procedures for landing approach.

4.4.12. Balked Landing

Procedures for a balked landing.

4.4.13. After Landing

Procedures after landing.

4.4.14. Engine Shut-down

Procedures for engine shutdown.

4.4.15. Flight in Rain

Considerations for flying in rain.

4.4.16. Spinning

Procedures for spin entry and recovery.

Chapter 5: Performance

5.1. Introduction

Overview of performance data.

5.2. Use of Performance Tables and Diagrams

How to use performance charts.

5.3.1. Airspeed System Calibration

Calibration of airspeed system.

5.3.2. Cruising Performance

Cruising performance data.

5.3.3. Stall Speeds

Stall speeds in various configurations.

5.3.4. Wind Components

Wind component calculations.

5.3.5. Take-off Distance

Take-off distance charts.

5.3.6. Climb Performance / Service Ceiling

Climb performance and service ceiling.

5.3.8. Cruising Speed (True Airspeed)

True airspeed for cruise.

5.3.9. Maximum Flight Duration

Calculation of maximum flight duration.

5.3.10. Climb Performance during Balked Landing

Climb performance during balked landing.

5.3.11. Landing Distance

Landing distance charts.

5.4. Noise Data

Aircraft noise levels.

Chapter 6: Weight and Balance / Equipment List

6.1. Introduction

Overview of weight and balance.

6.2. Airplane Weighing

Procedures for weighing the aircraft.

6.3. Weight and Balance Report

Recording weight and balance data.

6.4. Flight Weight and Center of Gravity

Calculating flight weight and CG.

6.5. Equipment List

List of installed aircraft equipment.

Chapter 7: Description of the Airplane and Its Systems

7.1. Introduction

Overview of aircraft systems.

7.2. Airframe

Description of fuselage, wings, and empennage.

7.3. Flight Controls

Operation of flight controls.

7.4. Instrument Panel

Layout and functions of instruments.

7.5. Landing Gear System

Description of the landing gear system.

7.6. Seats and Safety Belts

Description of seats and belts.

7.7. Baggage Compartment

Location and use of baggage compartment.

7.8. Canopy

Operation and locking of the canopy.

7.9. Powerplant

Details of the engine and related systems.

7.10. Fuel System

Description of the fuel system.

7.11. Electrical System

Description of the electrical system.

7.12. Pitot and Static Pressure Systems

Description of pitot/static systems.

7.13. Stall Warning System

Description of stall warning system.

7.14. Avionics

Description of avionics equipment.

Chapter 8: Handling, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

8.1. Introduction

Overview of handling and maintenance.

8.2. Airplane Inspection Period

Schedule of required inspections.

8.3. Airplane Alterations or Repairs

Procedures for alterations and repairs.

8.4. Ground Handling / Road Transport

Procedures for moving the aircraft.

8.5. Cleaning and Care

Procedures for cleaning aircraft surfaces.

8.6. Ground De-Icing

Procedures for ground de-icing.

Chapter 9: Supplements

9.1. General

Introduction to optional equipment supplements.

9.2. Index of Supplements

List of available supplements.

Supplement 1: Winterization Kit

Specific optional equipment details.

1. General

Introduction to the winterization kit.

2. Operating Limitations

Limitations for using the winterization kit.

3. Emergency Procedures

Emergency procedures with kit installed.

4. Normal Procedures

Normal procedures with kit installed.

5. Performance

Performance with winterization kit.

6. Weight and Balance

Weight and balance effect of kit.

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