Pipistrel ALPHA Trainer User Manual

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Wingtip, lights
Surface condition: pristine, no cracks, impact spots or bumps, no paint separations
Wings’ trailing edge
Surface condition: pristine, no cracks, impact spots, no paint and/or edge separations
Aileron: pristine surface, no cracks and/or impact spots, no paint abnormalities and edge separa-
tions, no vertical or horizontal free play, smooth and unobstructed deflections
BPRS cover and Fuel reservoir cap
BPRS cover: intact
Fuel reservoir cap: fastened. Make sure the vent pipe is completely clean.
Fuselage, antenna
Self-adhesive tape: in position, no separations
Flaperon control system cover, antenna: firmly attached
Fuselage, continued
Surface condition: pristine, no cracks, impact spots or bumps, no paint separations
Horizontal tail surfaces
Surface condition: pristine, no cracks, impact spots or bumps, no paint and/or edge separations
Hinges: no free play in any direction
Horizontal stabilizer attachment mechanism: fastened and secured
Mylar seals covering the gap between horizontal and vertical tail surfaces: in position
Elevator: smooth and unobstructed up-down movement, no side-to-side free play
Vertical tail surfaces
Vertical fin bottom part: no cracks, impact spots or paint separations along main chord
Surface condition: pristine, no cracks, impact spots or bumps, no paint separations
Hinges: no free play in any direction
Rudder cable endings: intact, bolts in position
CAUTION! Pre-flight inspection should be performed following stations 1 through 22!
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Normal 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