iKarus C42 Series Maintenance Manual

COMCO IKARUS
Maintenance Manual C42 Series
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Figure 17: Empennage design
Non-supporting glass fibre/carbon fibre elements, partially in sandwich design, are
used for the fuselage shell and the skin.
The covering is made of a UV-stabilised webbed fabric (brand name: Tedlar®).
The polycarbonate Makrolon® is used for the glazing. Makrolon® is a high-tech
polycarbonate (not plexiglass) which is characterised by its resistance to weather,
heat and cold, its impact strength and its light weight. However, the material is
particularly susceptible to solvents and petrol.
Beginning with the production date 04/2008, a special, impact resistant plexiglass
has been available as an option. This special plexiglass is characterised by a better
buffability and its resistance to petrol and oil.
elevator trim
elevator
veritical tail
fin
horizontal tail
fin
empennage strut
rudder

iKarus C42 Series Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Comco Ikarus
Type	Light sport aircraft
Maximum takeoff weight	472.5 kg (1, 042 lb)
Engine	Rotax 912
Horsepower	80 hp (60 kW)
Cruise speed	160 km/h
Range	800 km
Service ceiling	4, 000 m
Stall speed	65 km/h
Rate of climb	5 m/s