Tecnam P96 GOLF - DEPLOYMENT OF EMERGENCY PARACHUTE

October ‘ 98
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COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE
TECNAM S.r.l.
P96 Golf
P96 Golf / 100
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MANUALE DI VOLO
DEPLOYMENT OF EMERGENCY PARACHUTE (optional
equipment)
Keeping in mind that full deployment of parachute is achieved after two seconds, the
following procedure is recommended:
1. Try leveling aircraft as much as possible
2. Minimum altitude for successful deployment is about 33m (100 ft).
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3. Pull firing clip firmly and to end-travel
4. Shut off fuel valves, magnetos and Master switch
5. Tighten safety belt and helmet chinstrap.
6. Release door safety lock and unlatch doors
7. Assume tucked position before touchdown.
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This altitude is only representative, successful deployment depends on aircraft attitude and
speed,
greater deployment altitude yields better chances for successful deployment
.