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Rans S-12 Airaile - User Manual

Rans S-12 Airaile
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SPECIFICATIONS
Wing Span 31.0 ft
Area 152 sq ft
Mean Chord 4 ft 10.5 in
Aspect.Ratio 6.33:1
Length 20 ft 6 in
Height 93 in
Cockpit Width 41 in
Number of Seats 2
Landing Gear Fixed Tricycle
Fuel Capacity 18 gal US
WEIGHTS AND LOADINGS
Gross Weight 1100 lbs
Empty Weight 610 lbs
Useful Load 490 lbs
Wing Loading 7.2 lbs
Power Loading 13.75 lbs
Limit Load Factors +4 -2
POWER PLANT
Engine Rotax 912 UL 2
Output 80 hp
Oil Capacity 3.0 qts
Coolant Capacity 4.4 qts
Propeller Diameter 72 in.
Prop Type Composite 3 blade
Gear Reduction 1:2.27
Fuel G.P.H. 4.1 gal @ 80%
PERFORMANCE 0’MSL
Take Off Roll 285 ft
Rate of Climb 900 fpm
Service Ceiling 14,000+ ft
Cruise 75 mph
VNE 100 mph
Stall Clean 42 mph
Stall Flaps 37 mph
Roll Rate 70deg /sec
Glide Ratio 7:1
Landing Roll 200 ft
Endurance 4.4 hrs
Range 374 miles
Pilots
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Handbook
Rans S-12 Airaile
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Airframe S-12XL Airaile Serial No.
Engine Rotax 912UL-2 Serial No.
Propeller Warp Drive 3 Blade Composite Serial No.
Intercom PS-Engineering PM501 Serial No.
ELT Ameri-King AK450 Serial No.
Fire Suppression H3R Inc. Right-Out
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Summary

Chapter 1 Familiarization

Chapter 2 Aircraft Performance

Operational Milestones

Highlights the aircraft's demonstrated flight envelope and operational limits.

Typical Engine Performance

Explains engine operating parameters, temperature limits, and fuel burn rates.

Takeoff and Landing Distance

Presents charts and estimations for takeoff and landing distances under various conditions.

Best Glide and Rate of Climb

Provides data on the aircraft's best glide speed and rate of climb at different altitudes.

Chapter 3 Standard Procedures

Starting and Engine Run-up

Details procedures for starting the engine, warming it up, and performing the run-up check.

Taxiing and Ground Operations

Covers taxiing methods, use of parking brake, and takeoff overview.

Takeoff and Departure

Describes the takeoff procedure, leaving the ground, and throttle usage.

Flight Maneuvers and Stalls

Explains steep turns, stall recovery, forward slips, and stall characteristics.

Short Field and Rough Field Operations

Provides guidance for operating the aircraft in challenging field conditions.

Emergency Procedures

Outlines actions for off-field emergency landings and other critical situations.

Chapter 4 - Weight and Balance

Aircraft Weight and Balance Data

Presents empty weight, gross weight, and calculations for installed equipment.

Preflight Weight and Balance Worksheet

Provides a worksheet for calculating takeoff weight and balance.

Chapter 5 - Airframe Maintenance

Builder Key Areas

Highlights specific inspection points relevant to the aircraft's kit build.

Periodic Inspection Points

Lists essential inspection items for 100-hour and condition inspections.

Chapter 6 - Powerplant Maintenance

Propeller Maintenance

Covers propeller torque checks, blade tracking, and inspection.

Engine Maintenance

Explains engine oil changes, fluid checks, and throttle cable inspection.

Appendix A FAA Issued Experimental Operating Limitations

Phase I - Initial Flight Test Area

Defines restrictions and requirements for the initial flight testing phase.

Phase II - Post Test Flight Operations

Outlines limitations and requirements after completing the initial flight test phase.

Appendix C - Preflight Inspection

Cockpit and Controls Inspection

Details checks for cockpit systems, controls, and instruments.

Airframe and Structure Inspection

Covers inspection of wings, fuselage, landing gear, and tail surfaces.

Engine and Propeller Inspection

Lists items to inspect for the engine, propeller, and related systems.

Appendix C - Operational Checklists

Pre-Flight and Taxi Procedures

Checklists for pre-flight, taxi, and engine warmup procedures.

Engine Start and Runup Procedures

Checklists for starting the engine, performing run-ups, and pre-takeoff.

Pre-Landing and Shutdown Procedures

Checklists for landing and engine shutdown procedures.

Appendix D - Condition Inspection Checklist

Aircraft Cleaning and Paperwork Review

Procedures for cleaning the aircraft and reviewing relevant documentation.

Propeller, Exhaust, and Engine Systems Inspection

Comprehensive inspection points for propeller, exhaust, and major engine systems.

Aircraft Systems and Structure Inspection

Inspection checklist for brakes, landing gear, control surfaces, and airframe structure.

Post-Inspection Procedures

Guidelines for logbook entries and ground operations after inspection.

First Flight Operations

Initial Flight and Climb Procedures

Covers takeoff, initial climb, and establishing level flight at various airspeeds.

Flight Control and Trim Checks

Details procedures for checking flight controls and trim settings at different speeds.

Stall and Maneuverability Testing

Outlines procedures for conducting stall tests and assessing maneuverability.

Performance Data Collection

Guidelines for recording climb and takeoff/landing performance data.

Aerobatic Maneuvers

Falling Leaf and Lazy Eights

Procedures and considerations for executing Falling Leaf and Lazy Eight maneuvers.

Chandelles, Steep Turns, Stalls, and Spins

Details procedures, parameters, and dangers for Chandelles, Steep Turns, Stalls, and Spins.

Rans S-12 Airaile Specifications

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BrandRans
ModelS-12 Airaile
CategoryAircrafts
LanguageEnglish

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