Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer User Manual

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Limitations
Propeller
ALPHA Trainer Propeller
with Rotax 912 UL2 (80 HP) Pipistrel FP02-80 diameter 65’’ (1660 mm)
Engine instrument markings
Instrument
Red line
(minimum)
Green arc
(normal)
Yellow arc
(caution)
Red line
(maximum)
Tachometer (RPM)
/ 1400-5500 5500-5800 5800
Oil temperature
50°C
(122°F)
90-110°C
(194-230°F)
110-125°C
(230-257°F)
140°C
(266°F)
Coolant temp
/ /
110-120°C
(230-248°F)
120°C
(248°F)
Oil pressure
1.0 bar (14.5 psi)
1.5 - 5.0 bar
(21.7 - 72.5 psi)
5.0 - 6.5 bar
(72.5 - 94.0 psi)
6.5 bar (94.3 psi)
Weights
ALPHA Trainer weights
WEIGHT ALPHA Trainer
Maximum takeo weight (MTOM) 1212 lbs ( 550 kg)
Minimum combined cockpit crew weight 121 lbs ( 55 kg)
Baggage aft of the cabin*
22 lbs (10 kg). Always verify baggage
allowance with a center of gravity
calculation!
*
WARNING! only when baggage net or solid baggage compartment is installed ( p/n
6023077) and payload secured. CG limits must be always respected.
WARNING! MTOM must be kept at or below 1212 lbs (550 kg). Exceeding baggage weight or
c.g. limits can shift aircraft’s balance to the point when the flight becomes uncontrollable! More
information on baggage allowance can be found in chapter “Weight and Balance”.
Center of gravity range
•
The aircraft's in-flight safe center of gravity position ranges between 25% and 36% of
mean aerodynamic chord.
•
The in-flight center of gravity point ranges between 25% and 36% of MAC or 10 7/16''
(265 mm) and 14 21/64'' (364 mm) aft of the datum. The datum is the wing's leading
edge at the fuselage root.
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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