C42 Owner’s Manual (Microlight) Page 39
12.4 Flying Without Doors – Aerosport MOD C42/019
Both doors must be removed. It is not permissible to remove just one door.
Ensure when flying with the doors removed that there are no loose items, take special care to check
under the seats. Items stowed under the seat must be in a soft container that is unable to slide forward
or interfere with the throttle (A suitable container is available from the manufacturer). Also wear suitable
clothing that will not flap or flail around in the cockpit. It is recommended that maps are placed in a
suitable map holder that can be anchored to the pilot or passenger.
Follow the instructions for removing and replacing the doors carefully.
• O
pen door and remove safety clip from gas strut and safety ring from rear clevis pin but do not
unclip gas strut or remove clevis pin at this stage.
• Place a piece of t
ape over the hinge bolt to prevent it turning in or out.
• Carefully support the door and unclip the door strut ball joint then remove the clevis pin.
• C
arefully slide the door off the front locating spigot & store the door somewhere safe.
• Re-
fitting is simply a reversal making certain to re-fit safety rings & clips.
• Have y
our work checked by your local PFA or BMAA inspector.
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