Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer User Manual

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Kinds of operations
ALPHA Trainer is approved for:
Day and night VFR operations
IFR operations in VMC conditions only
IFR flight only allowed with approved IFR instruments and appropriate pilot rating/certification
WARNING! Should you find water drops on the airframe during pre-flight check-up at tem-
peratures close to freezing, you may expect icing to appear in flight.
Minimum equipment list (DAY - VFR)
• Placards, checklist, this POH.
• Airspeed indicator (functional), altimeter (functional), compass (functional).
• Tachometer (RPM), EGT indication (functional), CT indication (functional), OIL temp. indica-
tion (functional), OIL press. indication (functional).
• 12 V Main battery (functional), alternator (functional), safety belts (2x), fuel shut-off valve
(functional), electric fuel pump (functional).
Minimum equipment list (IFR - VMC)
The minimum equipment list for IFR-VMC is identical that for DAY-VFR, but shall include any
additional equipment deemed necessary by local regulations in the given area of operation.
Minimum equipment (NIGHT - VFR)
The minimum equipment list for Night VFR is identical that for DAY-VFR, but shall include
any additional equipment deemed necessary by local regulations in the given area of opera-
tion.
Fuel limitations
FUEL ALPHA Trainer
Fuel capacity (full) 13.2 US gal (50 L)
Fuel capacity (usable - all ight conditions) 12.7 US gal (48 L)
Unusable fuel 0.5 US gal (2 L)
Maximum fuel weight allowable 79.4 lbs (36 kg)
WARNING! Takeoff is prohibited if there is less than 1.5 USgal or when unsure about the fuel
quantity on board for any reason.
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Limitations

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