Searey LSA - 8.2.5 Parking; 8.2.6 Jacking; 8.3 Towing Instructions; 8.4 Tie-Down Instructions

Searey LSA – Pilot’s Operating Handbook Version 5.0, Revision 8
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 The aircraft can be moored to a buoy, using a suitable line attached to
a stainless steel U hook bolted to the lower nose of the hull. The
aircraft can then weathercock into the wind.
 The aircraft can be connected forward and aft to an endless line that
is attached to a pulley and tied off from a beach, jetty, or marina.
 With the aircraft’s undercarriage lowered, it can be taxied up onto a
ramp or beach. When carrying out this form of beaching, ensure that
the control column is in the full elevator “UP” position when applying
power to taxi the aircraft up the beach or ramp.
8.2.5 PARKING
When parking the aircraft it is always desirable to face the aircraft into the
wind. If leaving the aircraft for any time or in stronger wind conditions, it is
strongly recommended that the aircraft be securely tied down. Chocks
front and back of the main landing gear is also recommended.
8.2.6 JACKING
When a requirement exists to raise the aircraft off the ground, e.g. for the
purposes of testing the undercarriage retraction, use of multiple jacks is
necessary. Support points that may be used for jacking the aircraft
include the extreme aft end of the hull at the transom, and the underside
of the hull in the location of the landing gear. Cover jacks with soft
material to avoid damage to hull.
If an individual main gear requires jacking, a suitable motor vehicle jack
may be used by locating it securely under the axle assembly. Make sure
the other main wheel and tail wheel are chocked forward and aft.
8.3 TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
The aircraft may be towed forward by the bow hook or backward by the
tail-wheel.
8.4 TIE-DOWN INSTRUCTIONS
Proper tie-down procedure is the best precaution against damage to the
aircraft when parked in gusty or strong wind conditions. When tying down,
the following points should be observed:
 Tie-down ropes should be attached to both wings at the leading edge of
the forward strut at the wing connection point.
 A rope should also be secured to the tail wheel.
 The front of the aircraft fuselage can also be tied down using the stainless
steel U hook as an attachment point.