Air Creation l.s.t. SKYPPER 700E Owner's manual

GDMUSK700E-2G Version 0010 1
Pilot’s Operating Handbook
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Aérodrome de Lanas, 07200 Aubenas, France
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1 Table of Contents
1Table of Contents................................................................... 2
2Amendment Record Sheet .................................................... 4
2.1 Table of Amendments.......................................................................... 4
2.2 Amendments........................................................................................ 4
3General.................................................................................... 5
3.1 About this Document............................................................................ 5
3.2 Drawings.............................................................................................. 6
Figure 3-1: Skypper 700E in 3 Perspectives ............................................................................6
4Technical specifications –Performance .............................. 7
5Instructions for use................................................................ 8
5.1 Adapting Wings & Trikes...................................................................... 8
5.2 Assembling........................................................................................... 8
5.3 Setting & Function of Controls.............................................................. 8
5.3.1 Throttle ...................................................................................................................8
5.3.2 Ground steering......................................................................................................8
5.3.3 Brake......................................................................................................................9
5.3.4 Parking Brake.........................................................................................................9
5.3.5 Ignition Switch and Dual Ignition Selector..............................................................9
5.3.6 Fuel Cock ...............................................................................................................9
5.3.7 Choke.....................................................................................................................9
5.3.8 Carburetor’s heater ................................................................................................9
5.4 Ergonomics.......................................................................................... 9
5.4.1 Pedal Set................................................................................................................9
5.4.2 Passenger Footrest................................................................................................9
5.4.3 Harnesses ............................................................................................................10
5.4.4 Baggage Storage .................................................................................................10
5.5 Preflight check.................................................................................... 11
5.6 Boarding............................................................................................. 12
5.6.1 General.................................................................................................................12
5.6.2 Pilot in the Front Seat...........................................................................................12
5.6.3 Passenger ............................................................................................................12
5.7 Start-up .............................................................................................. 12
5.8 Flight .................................................................................................. 13
5.8.1 Prior to Take-Off...................................................................................................13

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5.8.2 Take-Off................................................................................................................14
5.8.3 Cruising ................................................................................................................14
5.8.4 Landing.................................................................................................................14
5.8.5 Parking .................................................................................................................14
5.9Emergency procedures...................................................................... 15
5.9.1 Power failure on take-off ......................................................................................15
5.9.2 Power failure at altitude........................................................................................15
5.9.3 Restart the engine in flight....................................................................................15
5.9.4 Engine fire ............................................................................................................15
5.10 Options............................................................................................... 16
5.10.1 Parachute.............................................................................................................16
5.10.2 Dual Control for Instruction...................................................................................16
5.10.3 Skis.......................................................................................................................16
5.10.4 HP (Cross Country) & 3F (Three Brakes) ............................................................17
5.11 Specific Use / Safety Instructions....................................................... 18
5.11.1 Towing..................................................................................................................18
5.11.2 Load Carriage, Survey Material, Data Transmission, Photography, Video
&c. ........................................................................................................................18
5.11.3 Sky jumpers..........................................................................................................18
5.11.4 Skis.......................................................................................................................18
6Appendix............................................................................... 19
6.1 Trike –Quality Form........................................................................... 19

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2 Amendment Record Sheet
2.1 Table of Amendments
Amendment date
Affected sections
Affected pages
Date inserted
Signature
2.2 Amendments
The information in this manual is based on the data that was available at the time of its
publication. The latest amendments to this manual will be issued on the Air Création
website (http://www.aircreation.fr) in PDF format. This should be printed out and added
to the manual. The amendment table should at that time be updated with the appropriate
details and date. Therefore it is important for operators to check the website regularly for
any amendments that have been made. If any errors or omissions are found in this manual
please advise the factory.

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3 General
3.1 About this Document
This manual is a legal document which is approved for use with Air Creation l.s.t.
SKYPPER trikes.
It must be used in conjunction with the particular wing’s operating handbook and the
HKS 700E Owner’s Manual.
It must remain with the aircraft, and not be amended or altered without authority from Air
Creation.
All pilots should read this manual before flying as pilot in command of the aircraft to
which it refers.
This manual is not intended to teach you how to fly the aircraft. Learning to fly should be
accomplished under the supervision of a suitably qualified flight instructor experienced in
flying this type of aircraft.
What this manual will do is provide the information necessary to a qualified pilot for the
safe flight of this weight-shift aircraft.

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3.2 Drawings
Figure 3-1: Skypper 700E in 3 Perspectives

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4 Technical specifications –Performance
700E
Empty weight (standard)
151 kg
333 lbs
Maximum weight without wing
417 kg
919 lbs
Ultimate load factors at max weight
+6g -3g
Limit load factors
+4g -2g
Fuel tank capacity
55 Liters
14.5 US Gal
Engine
HKS 700E
Maximum power
44.1 kW
Maximum rpm
6200 rpm
Maximum continuous Rpm
5800 rpm
Reduction drive
Mechanical
Ratio
1:3.47
Maximum propeller rpm
1800 rpm
Measured noise level Lm at max. weight
81 dB
Noise level corrected Lr
80 dB
Height from ground H
27 m
89 ft
Minimum height from ground for a noise level
inferior to 65 dB at maximum power
130 m
427 ft
To calculate the Lh loudness heard on the ground when the aircraft flies at the h height at
maximum weight and maximum rpm, use the following formula:
Lh = Lr –22 log h/H

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5 Instructions for use
5.1 Adapting Wings & Trikes
In our current production, the two-seater wings Fun 450, Kiss 450, iXess, NuviX may
equip l.s.t. SKYPPER trikes.
5.2 Assembling
1. Assemble the wing as indicated in the Pilot’s Operating Handbook of the wing, rest it on its nose
faced into the wind.
2. Wheel the trike behind the wing, in the keel axis, remove the windshield, pull the upper beam
down and take the front strut out.
3. Raise the upper beam, push the hang point into the hang bracket, position the Ø10 hang bolt,
install the butterfly nut, tilt the lever back in order to tighten the plates, and secure with the safety
ring.
4. Slip the backup fastening cable through the belt loop at the kingpost level, make one turn around
it. Slip it through the belt loop again and fasten it to the trike upper beam. The backup fastening
cable should pass under the tensioning cables and between the keel and the fine cord of the
CORSET for the NuviX wings. This operation secures both the trike to the wing and the wing
crossbar tensioning system.
5. Raise the wing nose by pulling the trike back or by slipping the control bar until the keel meets the
upper arch.
6. Attach the front strut between the plates at the top of the upper beam using the bolt, the butterfly
nut and the safety ring.
7. Hold the control bar and lift the wing. The front tube base is fixed to the frame at windshield level.
8. Set the safety bolt of the upper beam (above the passenger seat), screw the butterfly nuts, then slip
the safety rings into the drilling of the bolt.
9. Set the bolt connecting the front tube with the lower beam; screw the butterfly nut, and secure
with the split ring.
10. Assemble the windshield using the ¼ turn plastic screws.
11. To disassemble, reverse the assembly operations.
5.3 Setting & Function of Controls
5.3.1 Throttle
The primary throttle control is a foot throttle which is connected to the right foot pedal.
This is activated by pressing the foot pedal. There is also an additional hand throttle
which is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Both throttles work in the
conventional manner, i.e. forwards to increase power. An addition foot throttle may be
fitted for the rear seat occupant/instructor.
5.3.2 Ground steering
The nose wheel is steered by the foot pedals via cables. They work in the normal weight
shift aircraft manner –i.e. push right to go left.
Rear seat steering is also an option and operates in the same manner via a rear steering
bar and linking cables.

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5.3.3 Brake
Push the left pedal forward to apply the hydraulic disc brakes upon the wheels.
5.3.4 Parking Brake
Push the brake pedal (brake action), lift the parking brake rack located behind the pedal,
on the left of the main panel and slowly release the brake pedal. The rack is blocked. The
parking brake is spring loaded and automatically returns to the off position when the
brake pedal is pressed again.
5.3.5 Ignition Switch and Dual Ignition Selector
The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and turns on when the two levers are
pushed up; it turns off when they are pushed down.
5.3.6 Fuel Cock
The fuel tap is located near the upper arm of the right choke lever. The tap is positioned
so that it is open when the tap is in line with the fuel line and shut off when the tap is
perpendicular to the fuel line.
5.3.7 Choke
The choke lever for the engine is located to the right of the passenger seat, near the cap of
the fuel tank. It helps start a cold engine. The choke is activated by pulling up.
5.3.8 Carburetor’s heater
A heating system of the carburetor air intake reduces the risk of freezing in wet and cold
conditions. This system uses a detour in the motor oil circuit to raise the temperature of
the air intake of the carburetor. It is designed to run continuously. However, a valve
placed between the carburetors allows it to turn off (e.g. in flight conditions at
particularly high temperatures).
5.4 Ergonomics
5.4.1 Pedal Set
The position of the foot pedals can be adjusted to provide the most comfortable and
efficient piloting position.
The range of adjustment of the rudder pedal is up to 2 inches (5 cm) with 2 horizontal
positions.
The rudder pedal is moved by pulling back the fork axel and setting it in the desired
position.
5.4.2 Passenger Footrest
The footrest can be adjusted by rotation on its axis on the bottom strut. Two positions
1.5 in (4 cm) apart may be set according to the size of the passenger.

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5.4.3 Harnesses
The Skypper is fitted with lap straps which utilize conventional airline-type buckles.
There are also additional inertia reel shoulder harnesses for the pilot and passenger which
attach to the lap strap buckles.
5.4.4 Baggage Storage
Baggage can be stowed in the following areas:
A storage basket is located in the cockpit fairing under the pilots’ legs. Maximum load for is 22
lbs (10 Kg).
In the stowage area under rear seat. Maximum load in this area 33 lbs (15 Kg).
Rear seat stowage bag. This can be fitted when flying solo and is secured by webbing straps. Max
load 65 lbs (30 Kg).
Document pocket behind the back of the front seat. Max load 2 lbs (1 Kg).
Loads carried in these areas must be accounted for when working out the takeoff weight
of the aircraft.