Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer User Manual

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Airspeed limitations
Velocity
IAS
[kts (km/h)]
Remarks
VS
Stall speed
Clean
43 (80)
Stall speed aps up (0) position.
VS0
Stall speed
Landing conguration
37 (68)
Stall speed flaps full (+2) position.
VFE
Max. velocity aps
extended
70 (130)
Do not exceed this speed with aps
extended.
VA
Design maneuvering
speed
96 (177)
Do not make full or abrupt control
movements above this speed.
VNE
Velocity never to be
exceeded
135 (250)
Never exceed this speed in any operation.
VNO
Velocity normal oper-
ating
108 (201)
Maximum structural cruising speed in tur-
bulent air.
Airspeed indicator markings
MARKING IAS [kts (km/h)] Denition
White band
37 -70
(68 - 130)
Full Flap Operating Range. Lower limit is the maximum
weight VS0 in landing conguration. Upper limit is maxi-
mum speed permissible with aps extended.
Green band
43 -108
(83 - 201)
Normal Operating Range Lower end is maximum weight
VS1 at most forward C.G. with aps retracted. Upper limit is
maximum structural cruising speed.
Yellow band
108 - 135
(201 - 250)
Maneuver the aircraft with caution in calm air only.
Red line
135 (250)
Maximum speed for all operations. VNE
Blue line
76 (140)
Best climb rate speed (Vy)
/
58 (108)
Best angle of climb speed (Vx)
Introduction
This section includes operating limitations, instrument markings and basic placards necessary for the
safe operation of the airplane, it’s engine, standard system and standard equipment.
The limitations included in this section have been approved by target authority.
Observance of these operating limitations is required by law.
Limitations
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Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Pipistrel
Model	ALPHA Trainer
Aircraft Type	Light Sport Aircraft
Horsepower	80 hp
Seating Capacity	2
Engine	Rotax 912
Length	6.5 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight	550 kg
Cruise Speed	108 knots
Range	1000 km
Propeller	Fixed Pitch