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Performance
Introduction
This section provides information about the aircraft’s airspeed calibration, stall speeds and general
performance. All data published was obtained from test flight analysis using average flying skills.
ALPHA Trainer has demonstrated adequate engine cooling performance at ambient temperatures of
45°C (113 F). This is not to be regarded as the limit temperature, however temperatures higher than
the mentioned may have an adverse effect on engine cooling and overall performance.
Airspeed indicator calibration (IAS to CAS)
The Pitot tube’s mounting point and constructions results in the following IAS to CAS correction val-
ues.
Airspeed calibration chart
Stall Speeds
Stall speeds at MTOM (1212 lbs / 550 kg) for ALPHA Trainer are as follows:
Stall speed (Indicated) KIAS
Flaps retracted (0); 0° 43 kts
(80 km/h)
Flaps (+1); +15° (down): 40 kts (74 km/h)
Flaps (+2) ; +25° (down): 37 kts (68 km/h)
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