Pipistrel Sinus User Manual

K i t M a n u a l f o r P i p i s t r e l S i n u s a n d V i r u s A i r c r a f t
 Make a brace to keep the rudder bracket in the proper rudder position and to stop it from
turning. A diagram of the one Pipistrel uses in production can be found in Appendix 7.
 In the cockpit, fix the rudder pedals into the same position to keep the pedals aligned.
 Tape the pedals in place to stop them from moving.
 Check the front firewall and make sure the ends of the rudder cables are seated properly.
 Climb into the aircraft and pull all the cables tight, including the black outers which go
into the cockpit. Mark the correct position on the 4 front cables and create loops in the
cables using a double swage.
 Connect the cables together using the bolts, sleeves and large washers. Fix them with
Loctite 243 on the nuts.
NOTE: The Sinus has two cables from the front and one cable to the rear. The Virus has
an extra cable which leads to the front and is used to steer the nose wheel. If you need to
adjust the freeplay in the pedals it can be done by adjusting the screws in the firewall.
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Pipistrel Sinus Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Pipistrel
Seats	2
Rate of climb	5.5 m/s (1, 080 ft/min)
Ballistic parachute rescue system	Optional
Engine	Rotax 912
Type	Motor glider