Rev #37
Version 8.0
April 2021
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• Maximum take-off weight is the maximum take-off weight allowed for the glider. It
is not used in the calculation; it is just a reminder to the pilot of the maximum take-off
weight. Empty weight is weight of the glider without the pilot and ballast.
• Pilot weight is the weight of the pilot with parachute and baggage.
• Co Pilot Weight is the weight of the co-pilot with parachute and baggage.
weightgliderMinimum
ballastWaterweightPilotweightgliderEmpty
overload
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....
=
seater configuration both users have possibilities to change
parameters. The last change performed is synchronized into both instruments.
5.7.14.2 Speeds
The user can set the following speeds:
• Stall speed (VS0)
• Stall speed (VS1)
• Approach speed (Vapp)
• Best climb (Vec)
• Max flaps (Vfe)
• Manoeuvre speed (Va)
• Max speed (Vne)
These speeds will be used as warnings such as stall speed
5.7.14.3 Flaps
For setting up flaps please refer to Chapter 5.7.13.6 for more details.