Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer User Manual

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Engine failure
Engine failure during takeoff
Ensure proper airspeed first (100 km/h / 55 kts) and land the aircraft on the runway heading, avoiding
obstacles in your way. Set fuel shut-off valve to OFF and set master switch to OFF position just before
touch down (flight instruments will switch off).
WARNING! DO NOT CHANGE COURSE OR MAKE TURNS IF THIS IS NOT OF VITAL NECESSITY!
After having landed safely, ensure protection of aircraft and vacate the runway as soon as possible
to keep the runway clear for arriving and departing traffic.
Rough engine operation or engine failure in flight
First ensure proper airspeed (120 km/h / 64 kts), then start analyzing terrain underneath and choose
the most appropriate runway or site for landing out.
Provided the engine failed aloft, react as follows:
Make sure the master switch is in the ON position, magneto switches both set to ON, fuel valve OPEN
and Fuel pump switch ON (if applicable - see chapter 7). Attempt to restart the engine. If unsuccessful,
begin with the emergency landing/outlanding procedure immediately.
Emergency landing / Outlanding
1. Shut off fuel valve.
2. Fuel pump switch OFF (if applicable - see chapter 7).
3. Magneto L/R - OFF
4. Seatbelts - secured.
5. Approach and land with extreme caution, maintaining normal airspeeds.
6. Radio: transmit Mayday - Transponder: squawk 7700 (if time permits)
7. Flaps (+2) - when landing is assured
8. Master OFF - just before touch down (flight instrument will switch off)
9. After having landed leave the aircraft immediately.
The outlanding maneuver MUST be preformed with regard to all normal flight airspeed
parameters.
Engine fire
Engine fire on ground
This phenomenon is very rare in the field of sport aviation. However, if an engine fire occurs on ground,
react as follows:
1. Shut fuel valve OFF
2. Fuel pump OFF (if applicable - see chapter 7).
3. Come to a full-stop, engage starter and set throttle to full power (lever full forward).
4. Disconnect the battery from the circuit (pull battery disc. ring on the switch column)
5. Master switch OFF immediately after the engine has stopped.
6. Abandon the aircraft and start the fire extinguishing.
WARNING! After the fire has been extinguished DO NOT attempt to restart the engine.
Emergency procedures
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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