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POH-162-00-40-050
Normal procedures
Crosswind approach and roundout
CAUTION! Crosswinds prolong landing runway length due to elevated airspeed that should be
used, see previous page.
Performing a crosswind landing, the wing-low method should be used. When using the wing-low
method it is necessary to gradually increase the deflection of the rudder and aileron to maintain the
proper amount of drift correction.
WARNING! If the crab method of drift correction has been used throughout the final ap-
proach and roundout, the crab must be recovered before the touchdown by applying rudder to
align the aircraft’s longitudinal axis with its direction of movement.
Balked landing
Add full power, establish Vy, retract flaps as required.
WARNING! If the aircraft is equipped with airbrakes (optional), ensure they are closed in
event of go around maneuver! See SPOH-161-00-41-050 - Electric airbrakes POH supplement - for
additional information.
Parking
Come to a complete standstill by engaging the hand brake.
Re-check RPM drop by switching ignition OFF and back ON, one by one.
Fuel pump OFF (if applicable - see chapter 7).
Leave the engine running at idle RPM for a minute in order to cool it down.
Set all green switches OFF, both magnetos OFF, Avionics switch OFF and Master switch OFF.
Insert parachute rescue system handle’s safety pin. Apply parking brake. Open cabin door, unfasten
safety belts and exit the cockpit. Chock the wheels and secure the pitot tube by putting on a protec-
tion cover.
It is recommended to shut the fuel tank valve.
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