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General| Manufacturer | Grob Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Type | Sailplane |
| Category | Sailplane |
| Crew | 1 |
| Capacity | 1 |
| Maximum Glide Ratio | 38:1 |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m |
| Max Speed | 250 km/h |
| Stall Speed | 65 km/h |
List of modifications and updates for the ASTIR CS glider.
List of modifications and updates for ASTIR CS 77 and Jeans models.
Details of manual modifications applicable to the ASTIR CS model.
Details of manual modifications for ASTIR CS 77 and Jeans variants.
Maximum and minimum permissible airspeeds for various flight conditions.
Color-coded sectors and lines on the airspeed indicator.
Information on empty, maximum, and non-lifting part weights.
Conditions and limitations for cloud flying and basic aerobatics.
Classification of the glider's airworthiness group.
Defines the permissible range for the center of gravity.
Details on permitted maximum all up weight and cockpit load.
Defines the permissible forward and rearward CG positions for safe operation.
Specifies the maximum permitted weights for flight, with and without water ballast.
Details maximum speeds for different flight phases and conditions.
Information on minimum cockpit load and key placards in the cockpit.
Procedure and maximum speed for winch launching the glider.
Procedure and maximum speed for aerotow launching the glider.
Instructions for adjusting the rudder control pedals.
How to open and jettison the glider canopy.
Operation of the retractable landing gear system.
Operation and limitations of the airbrakes.
Operation of the wheelbrake lever and the trim control.
Guidelines for flying with water ballast, including filling and draining.
Describes stall warning, flight attitude, and recovery.
Handling characteristics and limitations at high airspeeds.
Procedures for approach, landing, and using sideslip.
Effects of rain on flight characteristics and approach speed.
Permitted aerobatic maneuvers and their entry velocities.
Detailed instructions on entering, maintaining, and recovering from a spin.
Steps for emergency exit from the cockpit.
Minimum equipment required for flying in cloud conditions.
Table detailing empty weight ranges and corresponding CG positions.
Specifications for elevator, rudder, and aileron movements.
Specifications for wing and tail chord to fuselage angles.
Graph showing glide performance, lift/drag ratios, and sink rates.
Procedure and formulas for determining empty weight and CG.
Limits for hinge moments and weights of control surfaces after repair.
Instructions for attaching the wings and securing with lock rings.
Procedure for connecting and checking control linkages.
Essential checks to perform after the glider has been assembled.
Final pre-flight checks before commencing takeoff.
Guidelines for surface care, wetness, humidity, and canopy cleaning.
Inspection and maintenance of safety belts and cable release mechanisms.
Information on tyre pressure, wheel brake, and main wheel maintenance.
Maintenance of pins/bearings and procedures for major repairs.
Gel coat application, connector maintenance, and ball/swivel joint info.
Overview of fatigue tests and service life extension periods.
Details on inspection, inspector qualifications, and reporting requirements.
Introduction to the repair manual and list of required materials.
Layout and reinforcement details for wing, fuselage, rudder, and fin.
Methods for repairing GRP units and foam sandwich structures.
Repair methods for polystyrene foam-supported and solid GRP damage.
Procedures for gel coat application and repair of fittings.
Guidelines for installing extra equipment and determining weight/CG.
