Searey LSA – Pilot’s Operating Handbook Version 5.0, Revision 8
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Section 8 – Handling and Servicing
8.1 INTRODUCTION
This section contains recommendations for the proper ground handling
and routine care, preventative maintenance and servicing of the Searey.
It is good practice to follow a planned schedule of lubrication and
preventative maintenance based on climatic, environmental and flying
conditions encountered in the locality where the aircraft is based and
operated.
8.2 GROUND HANDLING
The aircraft is most easily and safely maneuvered by hand.
8.2.1 SINGLE PERSON HANDLING
The aircraft is easily moved by one person pushing on the trailing edge of
the rudder. Because the rudder is also connected to the steerable tail
wheel, gentle positioning of the rudder will also turn the tail wheel, thereby
providing directional control.
8.2.2 TWO PERSON HANDLING
By positioning one person at each of the leading edges of the forward
wing strut, forward or backward movement of the aircraft can be easily
managed. Directional control is managed by differential pushing or
pulling by the two people.
8.2.3 GROUND CONTROL
Effective ground control while taxiing is accomplished through the tail
wheel steering using the rudder pedals. When a rudder pedal is
depressed a spring tensioned stainless steel cable (which is also
connected to the fin and water rudder) will turn the tail wheel.
8.2.4 WATER HANDLING – MOORING & BEACHING
Proper handling and securing of the Searey in water operations can vary
considerably, depending on the type of operation involved and the
facilities available. Each operator should use the method most
appropriate for his or her operation. Some of the more common mooring
or beaching alternatives are as follows:
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