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RA - FLUGZEUGBAU GmbH
SERVICE MANUAL EXTRA 200
PAGE DATE: 1. July 1996
09-00-00 GENERAL
This chapter describes the procedures and precautions
nescessary for proper ground handling of the EXTRA 200.
09-10-00 TOWING
D A N G E R When preparing for ground handling operation ensure
that the ignition switch is off.
The aircraft should be moved on the ground by hand
without using a towing vehicle or tow bar. For moving the
aircraft on the ground, push by hand the wing leading edges
or pull at the inboard portion of the propeller blades.
09-20-00 TAXING
Before attempting to warmup or taxi the aircraft, ground
personnel should be checked by qualified pilots or other
responsible personnel. All taxiing should be done at slow
speed, and the controls should be positioned such that the
effects of gusty wind are minimized.
C A U T I O N Taxiing over loose gravel or cinders should be done at
low engine speed to minimize damage to the airframe
surfaces due to stone damage.
The aircraft is taxiing as follows:
1 Start and warm engine up in accordance with the Pilot´s
Operating Handbook, Section 4 "Starting Procedures".
C A U T I O N Only operate with the propeller at minimum blade an-
gle (High RPM).
2 Taxi forward a few feet and check brake effectiveness.