Evektor EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight Owner's manual

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EV-97 EUROSTAR SL
MICROLIGHT
PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK
POH/EUR/02

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PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK FOR AEROPLANE
EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight
Model: EV-97 Eurostar SL Microlight
Registration: G-
Serial Nº:
This aeroplane must be operated in compliance with the information
and limitations contained herein.
This POH must be available on
board the aeroplane.
WARNING
This Aircraft is not fitted with a certified engine. A power failure can occur at any time.
Never fly over any area on to which a safe landing cannot be made in the event of an
engine failure
Flying in this and any aircraft can be dangerous either as the passenger or the pilot. You
agree to fly in this aircraft entirely at your own risk.
Any acute or long term medical conditions or the taking of any medications associated
with any acute or long term condition will increase your risk of flying in this aircraft safely
and may lead to you becoming incapacitated at the controls. This includes the taking of
any social or recreational drugs, alcohol, diving using an aqua lung , recent blood
donation, cold or flu, ear infection.
On board the aircraft please ensure that loose articles are secured before flight. Loose
items can jam the controls leading to a loss of control.
Stalling, spinning or any aerobatic manoeuvres during any stage of flight may lead to a
loss of control.
The parachute handle safety pin can be removed at the pilots discretion before flight.
Failure to do so may result in the pilots' inability to deploy the parachute due to
incapacity, adverse G and or aerodynamic forces resulting from mid air collision or loss of
control.

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AMENDMENT RECORD
Issue
Details of Change
Date
Authorised
1 Initial issue 12 May 2014
2
Section 7.10 Electrical system. Pg. 33
Changes to distribution and services.
Included electric pre-start system
27 August 2014
3
Section 7.10 Electrical System. pg. 33
Changes to the warning to prevent battery
discharge.
Changes to warning on pg 2.
11 September
2015
4
Section 6.2 Permitted Cockpit Loads. Pg.
29. Changes to weight, balance and
weighing 18 December
2015
5 General changes to Section 3-
Emergencies Pg 15. 29 March 2016

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Table of Contents
AMENDMENT RECORD.............................................................................................................................................3
SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION AND TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................6
1.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................6
1.2 CERTIFICATION BASIS ...........................................................................................................................................6
1.3 WARNINGS,CAUTIONS AND NOTES.........................................................................................................................6
1.4 DESCRIPTIVE DATA ..............................................................................................................................................6
1.4.1 Aircraft description ....................................................................................................................................6
1.4.2 Technical Data ...........................................................................................................................................7
1.4.3 Three-view drawing ...................................................................................................................................7
SECTION 2 - LIMITATIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................8
2.2 AIRSPEED ..........................................................................................................................................................8
2.3 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS ............................................................................................................................8
2.4 POWERPLANT.....................................................................................................................................................9
2.5 POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS...............................................................................................................10
2.6 MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENT MARKINGS..............................................................................................................10
2.7 WEIGHT ..........................................................................................................................................................10
2.8 CENTRE OF GRAVITY ..........................................................................................................................................10
2.9 APPROVED MANOEUVRES ...................................................................................................................................11
2.10 MANOEUVRING LOAD FACTOR ............................................................................................................................11
2.11 CREW .............................................................................................................................................................12
2.12 KIND OF OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................................12
2.13 FUEL...............................................................................................................................................................12
2.14 MAXIMUM PASSENGER SEATING..........................................................................................................................12
2.15 OTHER LIMITATIONS ..........................................................................................................................................12
2.16 LIMITATION PLACARDS .......................................................................................................................................13
SECTION 3 - EMERGENCIES..................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................15
3.2 ENGINE FAILURES ..............................................................................................................................................15
3.3 IN-FLIGHT RE-START ..........................................................................................................................................16
3.4 SMOKE AND FIRE...............................................................................................................................................16
3.4.1 Fire on the ground:.......................................................................................................................................16
3.4.2 Fire during take-off roll: ...............................................................................................................................16
3.4.3 Fire during take-off (climb out): ...................................................................................................................16
3.4.4 Fire in flight: .................................................................................................................................................17
3.5 GLIDE .............................................................................................................................................................17
3.6 EMERGENCY LANDINGS ......................................................................................................................................17
3.7 PRECAUTIONARY LANDING ..................................................................................................................................17
3.8 LANDING WITH A FLAT TYRE.................................................................................................................................18
3.9 LANDING WITH A DEFECTIVE LANDING GEAR ...........................................................................................................18
2.10 RECOVERY FROM UNINTENTIONAL SPIN .................................................................................................................18
3.11 OTHER EMERGENCIES.........................................................................................................................................18
3.11.1 Vibration..............................................................................................................................................18
3.11.2 Carburettor icing .................................................................................................................................18
SECTION 4 – NORMAL OPERATIONS....................................................................................................................... 19
4.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................19
4.2 ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY ..............................................................................................................................19
4.3 PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION .....................................................................................................................................19
4.4 NORMAL PROCEDURES .......................................................................................................................................22
4.4.1 Before entering cockpit............................................................................................................................22
4.4.2 After entering cockpit ..............................................................................................................................22
4.4.4Engine Check ground run only .................................................................................................................23
4.4.5 Taxiing .....................................................................................................................................................23
4.4.6 Before take-off checks .............................................................................................................................23
4.4.8 Climb ........................................................................................................................................................24

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4.4.9 Cruise .......................................................................................................................................................24
4.4.10 Descent to land from base leg.............................................................................................................24
4.4.11 Check before landing...........................................................................................................................24
4.4.14 Landing................................................................................................................................................24
4.4.15 Baulked landing...................................................................................................................................25
4.4.16 After landing........................................................................................................................................25
4.4.17 Engine shutdown .................................................................................................................................25
4.4.18 Flight in rain.........................................................................................................................................25
SECTION 5 - PERFORMANCE................................................................................................................................... 26
5.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................26
5.2 AIRSPEED INDICATOR SYSTEM CALIBRATION. ..........................................................................................................26
1.3 STALL SPEEDS ...................................................................................................................................................27
5.4 TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCE ...................................................................................................................................27
5.5 LANDING DISTANCES ..........................................................................................................................................28
5.9 ENDURANCE.....................................................................................................................................................28
5.10 ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ON FLIGHT PERFORMANCE AND CHARACTERISTICS...............................................................28
5.11 DEMONSTRATED CROSSWIND PERFORMANCE .........................................................................................................28
5.12 CEILING...........................................................................................................................................................28
5.13 BEST RATE OF CLIMB SPEED ................................................................................................................................28
5.14 BEST GLIDE RATIO ............................................................................................................................................28
SECTION 6 – WEIGHT AND BALANCE ...................................................................................................................... 29
6.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................29
6.2 PERMITTED COCKPIT LOADS ................................................................................................................................29
SECTION 7 - AEROPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION........................................................................................... 29
7.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................30
7.2 AIRFRAME .......................................................................................................................................................30
7.2.1 Fuselage...................................................................................................................................................30
7.2.2 Wing.........................................................................................................................................................30
7.2.3 Horizontal tail unit (HTU).........................................................................................................................30
7.2.4 Vertical tail unit (VTU) .............................................................................................................................30
7.2.5 Stall Warner ............................................................................................................................................30
7.2.6 Galaxy Ballistic Rescue System GRS 6 473 SD B2 ...................................................................................30
7.3 COCKPIT CONTROLS...........................................................................................................................................31
7.4 LANDING GEAR .................................................................................................................................................31
7.5 SEATS AND SAFETY BELTS ....................................................................................................................................31
7.6 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT ..................................................................................................................................31
7.7 CANOPY ..........................................................................................................................................................32
8.8 POWER PLANT ..................................................................................................................................................32
7.9 FUEL SYSTEM....................................................................................................................................................33
7.10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................................................33
7.11 PITOT AND STATIC PRESSURE SYSTEMS..................................................................................................................34
7.12 ADJUSTABLE RUDDER PEDALS..............................................................................................................................34
SECTION 8 - AEROPLANE GROUND HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE. ..................................................................... 35
8.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................35
8.2 AIRCRAFT INSPECTION PERIODS ............................................................................................................................35
8.3 AIRCRAFT ALTERATIONS OR REPAIRS......................................................................................................................35
8.4 GROUND HANDLING /ROAD TRANSPORT ...............................................................................................................35
8.4.1 Towing .....................................................................................................................................................35
8.4.2 Parking and Tie-Down..............................................................................................................................36
8.4.3 Jacking .....................................................................................................................................................36
8.4.4 Levelling ...................................................................................................................................................36
8.4.5 Road transport.........................................................................................................................................36
8.5 CLEANING AND CARE..........................................................................................................................................37

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SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION AND TECHNICAL DATA
1.1 Introduction
This Pilot’s Operating Handbook has been prepared to provide pilots with information
for the safe and efficient operation of the EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight aeroplane. It
also contains supplemental data which may be found useful.
1.2 Certification basis
The EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight has been approved by UK Civil Aviation Authority
against the requirements of BCAR section S Issue 6 dated May 2013.
1.3 Warnings, cautions and notes
The following definitions apply to warnings, cautions and notes in the flight manual:
WARNING
Means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads to an
immediate or significant degradation of the flight safety.
CAUTION
Means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads to a minor or
possible long term degradation of the flight safety.
NOTE
Draws attention to any special item not directly related to safety, but which is
important or unusual.
1.4 Descriptive Data
1.4.1 Aircraft description
EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight is an aircraft intended for recreational and touring flying
and is limited to non-aerobatic operations in Visual Meteorological Conditions(VMC). It
is a single engine, all metal, low-wing monoplane of semi-monocoque construction with
two side-by-side seats. The aeroplane is equipped with a fixed tricycle undercarriage
with a steerable nose wheel. Aerodynamic controls are of the conventional 3-axis type.
The power-plant is a ROTAX 912 UL (80 hp), four cylinder, four stroke engine fitted with
a gearbox having a reduction ratio of 2.27:1. The aircraft was approved with a
Woodcomp Klassic 170-3R 3 blade propeller. Other alternative propeller which may be
fitted is, Kiev 237/1700 3 blade propeller.

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1.4.2 Technical Data
Wing
Span 8.10 m 26.57 ft
Area 9.84 m2 105.92ft2
Mean Aerodynamic Centre (MAC) 1.25 m 4.10 ft
Wing Loading 45.7 kg/m2 9.37 lb/ft2
Aileron area 0.21 m2 2.26 ft2
Flap area 0.52 m2 5.60 ft2
Fuselage
Length 5.98 m 19.62 ft
Width 1.08 m 3.55 ft
Height 2.48 m 8.12 ft
Horizontal tail unit
Span 2.50 m 8.20 ft
Area 1.95 m2 20.99 ft2
Elevator area 0.80 m2 8.60 ft2
Vertical tail unit
Height 1.28 m 4.21 ft
Area 1.02 m2 10.93 ft2
Rudder area 0.43 m2 4.67 ft2
Landing gear
Wheel track 1.60 m 5.25 ft
Wheel base 1.35 m 4.42 ft
Main wheel diameter 350 mm 14 in
Nose wheel diameter 350 mm 14 in
1.4.3 Three-view drawing

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SECTION 2 - LIMITATIONS
2.1 Introduction
Section 2 includes operating limitations, instrument markings and basic placards
necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft, its engine, standard systems and
standard equipment.
2.2 Airspeed
Airspeed limitations and their operational significances are shown below:
Speed IAS
Knots
Remarks
VNE
Never exceed
speed
126
Do not exceed this speed in
any operation.
VA Manoeuvring
speed 88
Do not make full or abrupt
control movement above
this speed, because under
certain conditions the
aircraft may be overstressed
by full control movement.
V
FE
Maximum Flap.
Extending speed 67
Do not exceed this speed with
flaps extended.
2.3 Airspeed indicator markings
Airspeed indicator markings and their colour-code significances are shown below:
Marking
IAS value or range
Knots
Significance
White
arc
32 – 67 Positive Flap Operating Range.
Green
arc
34 – 88 Normal Operating Range.
Yellow
arc 88 – 126
Manoeuvres must be conducted
with caution and only in smooth
air.
Red
line
126
Maximum speed for all operations.
The lower end of the white arc is 1.1 VSO
The lower end of the green arc is 1.1 VS1

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2.4 Powerplant
(1) With 50/50 Ethylene Glycol/water coolant mix.
(2) Service Bulletin SB/EUR/006 Issue 1 is complied with.
WARNING
The Rotax 912 UL has not been certified as an aircraft engine and its failure
may occur at any time. The pilot is fully responsible for consequences of such
a failure. Never fly over an area on to which you cannot safely land in the
event of an engine failure.
Engine Model: ROTAX 912 UL
Engine Manufacturer: BRP – Powertrain GMBH
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Max Take-off: 59.6 kW / 80 hp at 5800 rpm, max.5 minutes
Max.
Continuous: 56 kW / 75 hp at 5200 rpm
Cruising: 53 kW / 71 hp at 4800 rpm
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Max. Take-off: 5800 rpm, max. 5 min.
Max.
Continuous: 4800 rpm
Cruising: 4600 rpm
Idling: ~1400 rpm
Cylinder
head
temp.
Minimum 60 °C 140 °F
Maximum 120 °C (1) 248 °F
Coolant
temp. Maximum 115 ºC (1) & (2) 239 °F
Oil temp. Minimum 50 °C 122 °F Maximum 140 °C 284 °F
Optimum 90 – 110 °C 194 - 230°F
Oil
pressure
Maximum 7.0 bar
Minimum 1.5 bar
Optimum 1.5-4.0 bar
Fuel: See 2.13 and (2)
Fuel Pressure min. 0.15 bar, max. 0.4 bar
Oil:
Automotive engine oil of registered brand with gear
additives, but not aircraft oil (refer to engine Operator´s
Manual).
API classification SF or SG. (2)

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2.5 Power plant Instrument Markings
Analogue power plant instruments are installed in the EV-97 EuroStar SL (Microlight)
aeroplane, the following markings should be provided:
Minimum
Limit
Normal
Operating
Caution Range Maximum Range
Engine speed (RPM) 1400 1400-5200 5200-5800 5800
Cylinder Head Temperature
(CHT) (1) 60 °C, 140 °F 60-100 °C
140-212 °F 100-120 °C 212-248 °F 120 °C 248 °F
Coolant Temperature
(CHT) (1) 60 °C, 140 °F 80-100 °C
176-212 °F 100-115 °C 212-239 °F 115 °C 239 °F
Oil Temperature 50 °C
122 °F 90-110 °C 194-230 °F
50-90 °C, 122-194 °F
110-140 °C, 230-284
°F
140 °C
284 °F
Oil Pressure 1.5 bar 1.5 - 4.0 bar 4.0 - 5.0 bar 7.0 bar
cold engine starting
Fuel Pressure 0.15 bar 0.2 – 0.3 bar 0.3 – 0.4 bar 0.4 bar
(1) When using 50/50 Ethylene Glycol/water coolant mix.
2.6 Miscellaneous instrument markings
•Fuel gauge (analogue) A fuel reserve of 11 litres (2.42 Imp. gals) is indicated
by yellow warning lamp if installed.
•Fuel gauge (Digital) The fuel quantity is displayed by a green bar plus an
indication of quantity in litres.
•In both cases this is a guide only use a dip stick to verify amount in tank.
2.7 Weight
Empty weight (standard equipment) approx. 288 kg 640 lbs
NOTE
Actual empty weight is stated in SECTION 6, par. 6.2
Max. take-off weight 472.5kg 1041lbs
Max landing weight 472.5kg 1041lbs
Max. weight of fuel 47kg 104 lbs
Max. baggage weight 15kg 33 lbs
2.8 Centre of Gravity
Empty aircraft C.G. position (standard) 18±2% MAC = 200 – 250 mm AOD
Operating C.G. range 20-34% MAC = 250 – 410 mm AOD
Datum is wing leading edge.

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2.9 Approved manoeuvres
Aeroplane Category: Normal; the EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight aeroplane is approved
for normal and below listed manoeuvres:
•Steep turns not exceeding 60° bank
•Lazy eights
•Chandelles
•Stalls (except whip stalls)
All Manoeuvres must be carried out within the design envelope of the aircraft
WARNING
Aerobatics and intentional spins are prohibited
2.10 Manoeuvring Load Factor
EV-97
EUROSTAR SL
MICROLIGHT
FLIGHT
ENVELOPE

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2.11 Crew
Minimum Crew 1
Minimum Crew Weight 55 kg, 121 lb
Maximum Crew Weight see 6.2
WARNING
Always comply with the maximum take-off weight of 472.5kg (1041 lbs)
2.12 Kind of Operations
Daytime VFR flights only.
WARNING
IFR flights and flights under icing conditions are prohibited.
Minimum instruments required for VFR flights:
(i) Airspeed indicator, marked in accordance with 2.3
(ii) Altimeter
(iii) Magnetic compass
(iv) Slip ball
2.13 Fuel
•Premium or super unleaded automobile fuel to EN228, minimum RON 90.
•AVGAS UL 91 Certified to ASTM D7547
•AVGAS 100LL. The higher lead content in AVGAS can result in wear of valve
seats and increased combustion chamber deposits. Use AVGAS only if other
fuels are not available.
•For other suitable fuel types, refer to the engine Operator’s Manual.
Fuel tank volume 65 litres 14.3 Imp. gals.
Unusable fuel quantity 2.9 litres 0.64 Imp. Gals.
Refer also to Engine Operators Manual and Rotax Service Instruction SI-912-016 R2
Use a dip stick to verify amount in tank.
2.14 Maximum Passenger Seating
Number of seats 2
2.15 Other Limitations
Smoking is not permitted on board.

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2.16 Limitation Placards
The owner of this aeroplane is responsible for the readability of placards during the
aircraft service life.
The following placards should be located on the aeroplane:
In view of the pilot:
Flight limited to daytime VFR non-icing conditions.
Aerobatics and intentional spinning are prohibited. This
aeroplane has not been approved to an internationally
recognised airworthiness standard.
AIRSPEEDS (IAS)
VNE (Never exceed speed) 126 Knots
VA (Maximum manoeuvring speed) 88 Knots
VFE (Flaps extended max. speed) 70 Knots
VSo (Stall speed, flaps extended) 29 Knots
ENGINE LIMITATIONS
Maximum take-off (max. 5 minutes) 5800 rpm
Max. continuous 4800 rpm
Idle approx.1400 rpm
Max. CHT 120ºC with 50/50
Max. coolant temp. 115ºC antifreeze mixture
Max. oil temp. 140ºC
Min. oil temp. 50ºC
Min. oil pressure 1.5 bar
Max. oil pressure 7.0 bar
Minimum fuel pressure 0.15 bar
Maximum fuel pressure 0.4 bar
LOAD LIMITS
Capacity 65 litres
Unusable fuel 2.9 litres
Maximum take-off weight 472.5 kg
Maximum empty weight 290.5 kg
Actual empty weight ____ kg
Max. baggage weight 15 kg
Minimum total occupant weight 55 kg
Maximum total occupant weight 172 kg
FUEL LIMITS
Cockpit Load including Baggage (Kg) Maximum fuel Load (litres)
180 10
170 24
160 38
150 52
140 or less Full fuel

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Adjacent to Oil Filler
Adjacent to Parachute deployment handle:
In the baggage area:
On the rear area:
In view of both occupants:
Adjacent to the fuel filler:
BAGGAGE MAX.
15 kg
NO
SMOKING
90 RON MINIMUM MOGAS UNLEADED TO EN 228,
AVGAS UL91 OR AVGAS 100LL*
PROLONGED USE OF AVGAS 100LL SHOULD BE AVOIDED.
NOT TO BE USED FOR ADDITIONAL STORAGE
BEFORE TAKE OFF PUSH CANOPY HANDLE
UP TO CHECK CANOPY IS FULLY CLOSED
AND CHECK CANOPY OPEN WARNING
LIGHT IS OUT.
CAUTION!
DANGER OF TRAPPING
FINGERS WHEN
CLOSING THE CANOPY
WARNING - EMERGENCY PARACHUTE
To deploy pull (jerk) handle hard for at least 10 cm
Unapproved Equipment-see Pilots Operating Handbook
CG LIMITS
OPERATING C.G. RANGE: 250 – 410 AOD
DATUM IS WING LEADING EDGE.
Recommended Engine Oil
SAE 10W40 Semi Synthetic Engine Oil
that meets or exceeds JASO MA2, API SL,SAE 10W40

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SECTION 3 - EMERGENCIES
3.1 Introduction
Section 3 provides checklists and detailed procedures for coping with various
emergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by aircraft or engine malfunction are
extremely rare if proper pre-flight inspections and maintenance are practised.
However, should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this section
should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem. It is normally
impractical to refer to this manual after the emergency has arisen; for this reason, pilots
are strongly advised to familiarise themselves with its contents before flight.
3.2 Engine failures
“Aviate/Navigate/Communicate” Make a Plan!
Engine failure during take-off run:
1. Throttle - Close to idle
2. Ignition - Switch off
3. Brake - Firmly as required
Engine failure after take-off:
1. Speed - Stick forward, set best glide at 65 Knots.
2. Field selection - Land ahead into wing, DO NOT TURN BACK
3. Landing area - choose free area without obstacles; check for cables.
4. Flaps - Extend as needed.
5. Fuel cock - Shut off.
6. Ignition - Switch off.
7. Safety harness - Tight. RT call if time
8. Master switch - Switch off before landing.
NOTE
In an emergency, the pilot’s priority is to land safely.
Engine failure in flight:
1. Speed - Stick forward, set best glide at 65 Knots
2. Field selection - Use the mnemonic SSSS’s Size, Shape, Surface, Etc.
3. Wind - Evaluate direction and velocity
4. Landing area - Set up a circuit pattern with key positions avoid S turns if
possible
5. Checks - TIFFS mnemonic…
6. T - Throttle fully closed
7. I - Ignition off Master off trip circuit breakers Master & Charge
8. F - Flaps as required (Use full 50deg flap for final landing)
9. F - Fuel tap turn off
10. S - Secure all loose items, Tighten seat belts
Where time allows attempt to restart or fix the problem. Make a MAYDAY CALL

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3.3 In-Flight Re-start
1. Speed - Glide at 65 Knots
2. Altitude/Height - Check
3. Landing area - Have a plan
4. Master switch - Check switches and Circuit Breakers are on
5. Fuel cock - Open
6. Electric fuel pump - Switch on if fitted
7. Choke - As necessary (for cold engine)
8. Throttle - Set as required
9. Ignition - Switch on
10. Starter - Turn key to start the engine
It is possible to restart the engine by diving the aircraft, a considerable airflow is needed
to start the propeller rotating. Ensure there is adequate height before starting this
procedure. Increase speed as necessary to start the prop rotating but do not exceed
Vne, Ensure items 4 to 9 above are followed.
WARNING
The loss of altitude during in-flight engine starting is about 1300 ft
and must be taken into consideration.
3.4 Smoke and fire
CAUTION
When abandoning the aircraft with the engine running! Make a MAYDAY CALL.
3.4.1 Fire on the ground:
1. Fuel cock - Shut off
2. Throttle - Open fully open to use up remaining fuel
3. Master switch & Circuit Breakers - Switch off
4. Ignition - Switch off after engine stops
5. Abandon the aeroplane
Extinguish fire if possible, or call the Emergency Services.
3.4.2 Fire during take-off roll:
1. Abort take-off - Close throttle & brake hard until stopped
2. Master switch & Circuit Breakers - Switch off
3. Fuel cock - Shut off
4. Throttle - Open fully open to use up remaining fuel
5. Ignition - switch off after engine stops
6. Abandon the aeroplane
Extinguish fire if possible, or call the Emergency Services.
3.4.3 Fire during take-off (climb out):
1. Fuel cock - Shut off
2 Master Switch & Circuit Breakers - Switch off
3. Throttle - In order to descend close the throttle
4. Speed - 65 Knots and initiate a side slip
5. Ignition - Leave on until landed
6. If engine stops - Use engine failure plan as in 3.2
7. After landing - Abandon the aeroplane
Extinguish fire if possible, or call the Emergency Services.

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3.4.4 Fire in flight:
1. Fuel cock - Shut off
2 Master Switch & Circuit Breakers - Switch off
3. Throttle - In order to descend close the throttle
4. Speed - 65 Knots and initiate a side slip
5. Ignition - Leave on until landed
6. If engine stops - Use engine failure plan as in 3.2
7. After landing - Abandon the aeroplane
Extinguish fire if possible or call the Emergency Services.
NOTE
Estimated time to pump fuel out of carburettors at full power is 30 seconds.
3.4.5 Smoke in cabin
1. Master Switch & Circuit Breakers - Switch Off
2. Vents - Open, yaw aircraft to help remove fumes
3. Aviate - Fly the aircraft to a suitable landing area
Note: It is possible to try and establish the cause or find the faulty component by tripping
all of the circuit breakers and turning on one by one until the problem reoccurs. Start with
the Master and then one by one from left to right. This should be done with great caution,
if in any doubt just fly the aircraft and land as soon as possible. The engine will only stop if
the Ignition switch is turned to off.
3.5 Glide
Best glide:
1. Speed - 65 Knots
2. Flaps - Retracted
3.6 Emergency Landings
Emergency landings, in case of an emergency landing follow procedure 3.2 in case of
engine failure and 3.7 for a precautionary landing
3.7 Precautionary landing
A precautionary landing is generally carried out in the cases where the pilot may be
disorientated, the aircraft has no fuel reserve, or where bad weather or poor visibility
present severe flight hazards.
1. Determine wind direction. Choose a suitable landing area.
2. Make a PAN PAN call on the radio and report your position & intentions.
3. Fly at 500 AGL into wind over the right-hand side of the chosen area with flaps
extended one notch 15deg at a speed of 65 knots to thoroughly inspect the area. Pay
particular attention to electricity or telephone cables running across the landing area;
these are often difficult to see.
4. Fly a tight circuit around the field
5. Fly at 300 AGL into wind over the right-hand side of the chosen area with flaps
extended by two notches 30deg at a speed of 65 knots to inspect the surface of the
field.
6. Make an approach to land with flaps extended to 50deg full flap
7. Use a powered approach for a short/soft field landing
8. After stopping the aeroplane turn off all switches and circuit breakers, shut off the
fuel cock, Secure the aircraft, lock the canopy, notify the land owner.
NOTE
Watch the chosen area permanently during precautionary landing.

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3.8 Landing with a flat tyre
1. During the landing hold off, hold the flat wheel/tyre off as long as possible using
the ailerons or elevator as required. Avoid grass if possible a hard surface is preferred.
2. Maintain direction during the landing roll.
3. Stop and inspect damage before further taxi
3.9 Landing with a defective landing gear
1. Establish contact with ATC and request a fly by for an inspection.
2. If the main landing gear is damaged, perform touch-down at the lowest speed
possible and attempt to maintain direction during the landing roll.
3. If the nose wheel is damaged, perform touch-down at the lowest speed possible
and hold the nose wheel over a runway using the elevator as long as possible.
4. It is the pilots choice whether to shut the engine down
2.10 Recovery from unintentional spin
WARNING
Intentional spins are prohibited! The procedure below is only for information.
The aircraft has no tendency to spontaneously enter an uncontrollable spin if normal
piloting techniques are used. However there is a tendency for a wing drop at the fully
developed stall if slightly out of balance.
The following standard procedure can be used to recover from an intentional spin:
1. Throttle - Reduced to idle
2. Control stick - Ailerons/ Elevator centralised
3. Rotation - Identify direction of rotation
4. Rudder pedals - Apply full opposite rudder to rotation
5. Control stick - Forward stick on elevator control as required to stop spin.
6. Rudder pedals - immediately after rotation stops, centralise the rudder.
7. Recover from the dive, take care not to exceed VNE.
3.11 Other emergencies
3.11.1 Vibration
If any forced aircraft vibrations appear:
1. Adjust the engine speed to the setting at which the vibration is minimum.
2. Land as soon as possible; perform a precautionary landing if necessary.
3.11.2 Carburettor icing
The EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight is supplied with a coolant carburettor heater
system which should prevent carburettor icing; however icing may be possible under
extreme conditions.
Certain weather conditions, particularly low temperatures and high humidity, give rise
to the risk of carburettor icing. The carburettor icing shows itself through a decrease
in engine power, rough running and an increase in engine temperatures.
To recover the engine power, the following procedure is recommended:
Speed - 65 Knots
Throttle - increase power
If possible, leave the icing area
Increase the engine power gradually to maximum power.

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If necessary make a precautionary landing, depending on the circumstances.
3.11.3.1 Canopy open in flight
The canopy is fitted with two latch system, the red warning lamp will extinguish only when
fully closed, two clicks. Do not fly the aircraft with the red light illuminated or if only on one
latch.
If the canopy opens in flight, it is unlikely to open fully as air resistance and reduced
pressure will hold it open by approximately 30cmts there will be an increase in noise and
some reduction in performance. Slow the aircraft down to 65kts and apply flaps return to
land or make a precautionary landing. If you have a passenger ask them to hold the
handle and if possible re-secure the canopy. It is not recommended to attempt to close
the canopy if you are alone as this may lead to loss of control.
SECTION 4 – NORMAL OPERATIONS
4.1 Introduction
Section 4 provides checklists and detailed procedures for normal operations.
Procedures for optional systems can be found in section 9.
4.2 Assembly and disassembly
For assembly and disassembly procedures refer to the Technical Description, Operating
and Maintenance Manual for the EV-97 EuroStar SL Microlight.
4.3 Pre-flight inspection
The pre-flight inspection is vitally important because incomplete or careless inspection
could cause an accident. The following pre-flight inspection procedure is recommended
by the aircraft manufacturer:
Before moving the aircraft carry out a fuel inspection, drain a small quantity into a glass
container and check for debris and water, if a small amount is found a further sample
can be obtained, if the problem continues seek advice.
The drain tap is located under the starboard side of the fuselage which is accessed by
lowering the flaps to 50deg and reaching in, the tap can be stiff to operate and is spring
loaded to ensure it stays closed. The sample is taken from the lowest part of the tank,
moving the aircraft before a sample is taken may disturb any water or debris.

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Open the canopy check that the ignition is switched off and the key is removed. Set
flaps to full 50deg. Cockpit checks, seat belt security and condition, seat covers, carpet
and panels secure, control sticks fittings and push rods free and secure, rudder pedals
secure and adjusted to pilots requirements, no leaking brake fluid. Set the trim to take
off position and hold the elevator to neutral against the stabulaitor the elevator trim tab
should be also in the neutral position (e.g. all level) make sure the trim tab moves
around this position up and down with free movement. Also see 16 below
1. Wing
•Wing surfaces’ condition, top and bottom.
•Leading edge condition.
•Pitot tube condition.
2. Wing tip
•Surface condition.
•Check of tips attachment.
3. Aileron
•Surface condition, top and bottom.
•Attachment.
•Play.
•Free movement.
4. Flap
•Surface condition, top and bottom.
•Attachment.
•Play
5. Rear part of fuselage
•Surface condition, top and bottom.
6. Vertical tail unit
•Surface condition.
•Play in rudder hinge.
•Free rudder movement.
7. Horizontal tail unit
•Surface condition, top and bottom.
•Attachment.
•Play in elevator hinge.
•Free elevator movement.
•Trim tab condition.
8. see 5
9. see 4
10. see 3
11. see 2
12. see 1
13. Landing gear
•Check main and nose landing gear attachment
•Check control of steerable nose wheel.
•Condition of tyres
•Condition and attachment of wheel spats (if fitted)
14. Engine
•Engine cowlings’ condition
•Engine mount condition, inspect welded junctions for cracks.
•Engine attachment check
•Oil quantity check (between dipstick marks) *