Searey LSA - 5.2 Landing Total Distance Over a Fixed-Height Obstacle Using Normal Landing Procedures

Searey LSA – Pilot’s Operating Handbook Version 5.0, Revision 8
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Distance to clear 50 foot obstacle at 63 MPH IAS (Vy), 10 degrees of
flaps = 1200 ft.
5.2 LANDING TOTAL DISTANCE OVER A FIXED-HEIGHT OBSTACLE USING NORMAL
LANDING PROCEDURES
Minimum Approach Speed
55 mph
20 Flap
Normal Approach Speed
60 – 65 mph
20 Flap
 Normal landing procedures are defined in Section 4.9. The landing
distances (ground run in feet) that appear in the table have been
calculated by using the gross weight of 1430 lbs. at sea level
conditions
 These distances are derived using the above minimum approach
speed with 20 of flap and engine at idle. After touchdown maximum
braking is used to bring the aircraft to a stop. These distances are for
a hard level surface. Wet and/or slippery surfaces will increase these
distances and pilots should satisfy themselves that adequate runway
length is available to cover these conditions.
 In the case of water landings, full reduction of power after touchdown
and application of full up elevator below 25 mph will result in best
speed reduction and reduced landing distance covered.
 Ground Landing: Check that the gear is fully extended in the “down”
and locked position. To do this, check that the landing gear position
lights are lit. In the event that the gear cannot be extended, use a
grass runway and land the aircraft on the hull. Landing gear up on a
smooth grass runway minimizes the potential for damage if the gear
cannot be fully extended.
 Water Landing: Check that the gear is fully retracted and locked in the
“up” position with the position lights lit.
 Tail wind and higher density altitudes can have significant effects on
landing distance and must be kept in mind by the operator
Note: In the interest of safety and good airmanship, pilots should make a
thorough check of gear position, to include confirming “Selected, Indicated and
Verified”. Selected refers to checking that the gear position switch is in the proper
position. Indicated indicates that the appropriate gear position lights are
illuminated. Verified signifies that the pilot has visually confirmed that both main
gear are in the proper position for landing.