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Ballard Sport Aircraft Ltd.

THE PELICAN SPORT 600

Operator’s manual

All rights reserved:Ballard Sport Aircraft Ltd.2696 rue du Pimbina, Sherbrooke, Québec,Canada, J1R 0G3

Phone: 819-563-5847Fax: 819-829-5677www.ballardsportaircraft.com

Revision 2011-01

1Ballard Sport Aircraft Ltd. 2696 du Pimbina, Sherbrooke, Qc, Canada J1R 0G3 Phone: 819 563-5847.

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Table of content

1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 5 2 General description ........................................................................................................................................ 8

2.1 Design Standards: ................................................................................................................................... 8 2.2 Manufacturer: ......................................................................................................................................... 8 2.3 Technical description .............................................................................................................................. 8 2.4 Technical specifications and performance .............................................................................................. 9

2.4.1 Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 9 2.4.2 Performance with BRP Rotax 912ULS at 1,200 Lbs .................................................................... 10 2.4.3 Performance on floats with BRP Rotax 912ULS at 1,320 Lbs ..................................................... 10

2.5 Structural speeds (flight envelope) ....................................................................................................... 11 2.6 Stability parameters (for weight and balance envelope) ....................................................................... 11

3 Flight envelope ............................................................................................................................................ 12 4 Placards and Markings ................................................................................................................................. 13

4.1 Placard speeds and limitations .............................................................................................................. 13 4.2 Placards and instrument markings ........................................................................................................ 13 4.3 Power plant operating parameters and limits ........................................................................................ 13 4.4 Airspeed indicator markings ................................................................................................................. 14

5 Weight and balance ...................................................................................................................................... 15 5.1 Weight limits and flight load factor limits ............................................................................................ 15 5.2 Center of gravity limits ......................................................................................................................... 15 5.3 Weight and balance mandatory action .................................................................................................. 15 5.4 Weight and balance check .................................................................................................................... 15

5.4.1 Procedure, data record and sample calculation .............................................................................. 15 5.4.2 Table 1: Weight and balance calculations ..................................................................................... 17

5.5 Weight and balance envelope ............................................................................................................... 18 5.6 Weight and balance by calculation ....................................................................................................... 19

6 Normal procedures ....................................................................................................................................... 20 6.1 Pre-flight inspection (walk around) ...................................................................................................... 20 6.2 Engine Pre-Start verification ................................................................................................................ 21 6.3 Start the engine ..................................................................................................................................... 21 6.4 Check before taxiing ............................................................................................................................. 21 6.5 Taxi ....................................................................................................................................................... 21 6.6 Run-up or pre takeoff check ................................................................................................................. 21 6.7 Takeoff .................................................................................................................................................. 22 6.8 Cruise .................................................................................................................................................... 22 6.9 Approach and landing ........................................................................................................................... 22 6.10 Engine stop ......................................................................................................................................... 22 6.11 Winter operation ................................................................................................................................. 22

7 Emergency procedures ................................................................................................................................. 24 7.1 Recommended speeds for emergency procedures ................................................................................ 24 7.2 Engine Failures ..................................................................................................................................... 24

7.2.1 Engine failure during takeoff run .................................................................................................. 24 7.2.2 Engine failure immediately after takeoff ....................................................................................... 24

7.3 Fire or smoke ........................................................................................................................................ 24 7.3.1 Fire or smoke during start on ground ............................................................................................ 24 7.3.2 Engine fire in flight ........................................................................................................................ 25 7.3.3 Electrical fire or fire in cabin ......................................................................................................... 25

7.4 Glide ..................................................................................................................................................... 25 7.5 Precautionary landing with engine power ............................................................................................ 25 7.6 Emergency landing without engine power ........................................................................................... 26 7.7 Other emergencies ................................................................................................................................ 26

7.7.1 Icing ............................................................................................................................................... 26




7.7.2 Landing with a flat main tire ......................................................................................................... 26 7.7.3 Emergency descent through the clouds ......................................................................................... 26 7.7.4 Spins .............................................................................................................................................. 27



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual

WARNING

While designed and tested to meet and exceed the TP10141 Design Standards for Advanced Ultralight

and Sportplane category airplanes,THIS AIRCRAFT IS NOT TYPE CERTIFICATED

AND ITS OPERATOR HAS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITYOF ITS AIRWORTHINESS

Flying is fun only if you put safety first.




1 IntroductionThis operator’s manual was put together only as a guide to the operation of your Pelican Sport 600.

It does not cover all that is required to do or know to safely operate your airplane.

Read this manual carefully and make sure you have the required skills and competence to safely operate your aircraft. Your comments and suggestions to improve this manual will always be welcome.

Note: The Rotax engine operator’s manual should be considered as a part of this manual and supersedes any information given in Ballard Sport Aircraft Ltd’s manuals related to the operation and maintenance of the engine.




2 General description2.1 Design Standards:

DS10141

2.2 Manufacturer:Ballard Sport Aircraft Ltd.2696 du Pimbina,Sherbrooke, QuebecCanada, J1R 0G3www.ballardsportaircraft.com

2.3 Technical descriptionGeneral

The Pelican Sport 600 is a two place single-engine, high wing airplane of conventional configuration consisting of a composite fuselage and metal wings. It is equipped with a fixed tricycle landing gear.

EngineThe BRP Rotax, Type 912 ULS is a 4 cylinder, 4 stroke engine featuring opposed cylinders, dual electronic ignition, dry sump with oil pump, liquid cooled heads, and an integrated gearbox. It is equipped with a 12V/250 Watt generator, two Bing 32 mm carburettors, a 0,6 KW electric starter and a mechanical fuel pump. The Rotax 912 ULS develops 100 HP at 5800 RPM and 92 HP at 5500 RPM.

InstrumentsAirspeed indicator, altimeter, magnetic compass, engine tachometer, cylinder head temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, oil temperature gauge, dual electronic fuel gauge.

PropellerWarp Drive, carbon fiber, three blades, 68 inches, ground adjustable.

FuselageVacuum molded composite structure consisting of a S2-glass vinyl ester resin laminate with rigid PVC foam core.

CockpitTwo seats, side by side, foam seat cushions, dual sticks, dual pedals, center console, polycarbonate windshield and baggage compartment windows. The baggage compartment behind the seats has a capacity of 50 lb. (23 kg) without a ballistic chute and 20 lb (9 kg ) with a ballistic chute.Three-points seat belts - shoulder harness system for both seats.

WingsThe all-metal wing is a single-strut, single spar construction, covered with aluminum skins. Wing tips are made of molded fiberglass. The ailerons and flaps are covered with aluminum skins.

TailThe fin and the cantilever stabilizer are all aluminum construction, covered with aluminum skins. Rudder and elevators are made of aluminum structures covered with aluminum skins. Elevator and rudder tips have molded fiberglass tips.



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ControlsThe airplane features a dual control stick system, dual rudder pedal system and differential braking system. Ailerons are deflected through a bell crank/push-rod mechanism mounted on ball bearings. A torque tube connected to a mechanical lever in the console operates flaps. The ailerons deflect 12° with full flaps. Rudder and elevators are cable operated. The elevator trim is mechanically operated. Fixed trims are used for the rudder and the ailerons.

FlapsMechanically operated by a Johnson bar - type lever located in the console. They offer 5 positions from 0° to 45°.

Elevator trimOne elevator trim mechanically operated by a lever on the console.

Fuel systemFuel is stored in two 12.0 USG composite tanks located in the wings and fed to the engine via a 0.2 USG aluminum header tank located behind the seat back. All three tanks are inter-vented and each wing tank is vented to the outside.

Landing gearThe main landing gear legs are made of heat-treated 4130-spring steel tubing. The system consists of a right and a left leg, connected by a center tube. aluminum blocks bolted inside the aluminum gear box support the legs. The nose gear leg is made of 4130 tubing with an aluminum fork. A bungee chord provides the nose gear suspension. The nose wheel is steerable via push rods connected to the pedals and it locks in flight. The tail dragger is also available.

Wheels and brakesThe main wheels are 5 inch Cleveland with disk brakes and 500*5 tires. The nose wheel is a 6-inch Azusa with a 13 x 600 tire.

Optional equipment not included in empty weight• Upholstery and carpet• Tail wheel• Cabin heat & ventilation system• Strobe and navigation lights system• Speed fairings• Wheel pants• Propeller spinner• Radios• Ballistic recovery chute• 1,500 lbs Floats

2.4 Technical specifications and performance2.4.1 SpecificationsWingspan: 9,75 m 32,0 ftWing area: 10,9 m2 117,3 sq ftWing loading: 55 kg/m2 11,3 lb/sq ftAspect ratio: 8,7 8,7Length tricycle: 6,07 m 19’11” ftFin height tricycle: 2,59 m 8,5 ft



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's ManualCabin width (at hips): 1,02 m 40 inCabin width (at elbows): 1,17 m 46 inCabin headroom: 1,04 m 41 inPerformance gross weight tricycle: Utility category +4.4/-2.2 600 kg 1,320 lbStructural gross weight tricycle: Normal category +4.0/-2.0 600 kg 1,320 lbStructural gross weight on floats:Normal category +3.8/-1.9 632 kg 1,390 lbDry empty weight tricycle: [325:340] kg [720:750] lbDry empty weight on floats: [372:386] kg [820:850] lbBaggage capacity: 23 kg 50 lbFuel capacity (2 tanks): 86 litres 23 USG

2.4.2 Performance with BRP Rotax 912ULS at 1,200 LbsHorsepower: 73,5 kW 98 HPNever exceed speed Vne: 250 km/h 135 ktsCruising speed 75%@6 500 ft: 215 km/h 115 ktsCruising speed 65%@6 500 ft: 205 km/h 110 ktsMaximum range @65% no reserve: 1 125 km 700 smFuel consumption @65%: 15,5 L/h 4,1 gphRate of climb, sea level: 6,9 m/s 1,350 fpmService ceiling: 4 900 m 16,000 ftCalibrated stall speed (flaps up) C.A.S.: 83 km/h 45 ktsCalibrated stall speed (flaps down) C.A.S.: 72 km/h 38 ktsIndicated stall speed (flaps down) I.A.S.: 53 km/h 28 ktsTake-off ground run: 100 m 325 ftTake-off over 50 ft (15 m) obstacle: 150 m 500 ft

2.4.3 Performance on floats with BRP Rotax 912ULS at 1,320 LbsHorsepower: 73,5 kW 98 HPNever exceed speed Vne 250 km/h 135 ktsCruising speed 75%@6 500 ft: 185 km/h 95 ktsCruising speed 65%@6 500 ft: 175 km/h 90 ktsMaximum range @65% no reserve: 885 km 550 smFuel consumption @65%: 15,5 L/h 4,1 gphRate of climb, sea level: 5,6 m/s 1,100 fpmService ceiling: 4 300 m 14,000 ftStall speed (flaps up) C.A.S.: 83 km/h 47 ktsStall speed (flaps down) C.A.S.: 72 km/h 39 ktsTake-off ground run: 180 m 600 ftTake-off over 50 ft (15 m) obstacle: 290 m 950 ft




2.5 Structural speeds (flight envelope)

Vc, structural cruising speed 100 ktsVa, maneuvering speed at 1,200 Lbs 100 ktsVd, design dive speed 150 ktsVne, never exceed speed 135 ktsVf, maximum speed full flaps 80 kts

2.6 Stability parameters (for weight and balance envelope)Neutral point 45% of M.A.C.Stick-free neutral point 39% of M.A.C.Forward CG limit (free flight) 16% of M.A.C.Forward CG limit (full flaps in ground effect) 17% of M.A.C.

Selected CG range: [19:32]% of M.A.C.




3 Flight envelope

Vd: 150 KEASVne: 135 KEASVc: 100 KEASVa: 100 KEAS at 1,200 #Va: 85 KEAS at 875 #Vf: 80 KEAS




4 Placards and Markings4.1 Placard speeds and limitationsThere should be a placard in clear view of the pilot stating:

NO AEROBATIC MANEUVERS, INCLUDING SPINS, APPROVED.

Speed limit Indicated speed Notes

Vne (max speed) 135 kts Do not exceed this speed under any consideration.

Vno (max level speed) 100 kts Do not exceed this speed except in smooth air, and then only with caution.

Va (maneuver speed) 100 kts at 1,200 lbs No full or abrupt control movements above this speed.

Vf (max speed for flaps) 80 kts No flaps above this speed.

4.2 Placards and instrument markingsThe following information should be displayed in full view of the pilot.

Aerobatics prohibited.

Limits:Maneuver speed ( I.A.S.) 100 kts at 1,200 lbs and 85 kts at 875 lbStructural gross weight 1,320 lbFlight load factors: Flaps up +4.0 / -2.0

Flaps down +2.0 / -0.0

4.3 Power plant operating parameters and limitsRefer to the engine manufacturer operator’s manual to fill out the following table.

Instruments in the aircraft should be marked accordingly:

Instrument Red line (minimum limit)

Green arc (up to warn limit)

Red line(maximum limit)

Tachometer

Cylinder head temp

Oil pressure

Oil temperature

Exhaust gas temp

Water temp



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual4.4 Airspeed indicator markings

Marking I.A.S. value or range Significance

White arc 40 – 80 kts Full flaps operating range.Lower limit: Vso at maximum weight in landing configuration.Upper limit: Maximum speed permissible with flaps extended.

Green arc 47 – 100 kts Normal operation range. Lower limit: Vs at maximum weight at most forward CG with flaps retracted. Upper limit: maximum structural cruising speed.

Yellow arc 100 – 135 kts Operations must be conducted with caution and only in smooth air.

Red line 135 kts Maximum speed for all operations.




5 Weight and balance5.1 Weight limits and flight load factor limits

Maximum take-off weight 1,320 lb (600 kg)

Flight load factors (limit):* flaps up +4.0 / -2.0 G* flaps down +2.0 / -0.0 G

* Design load factors are 150% of the above.

5.2 Center of gravity limits

Center of gravity range: Forward 8.5 inches aft of datum (21,6 cm)Aft 14.0 inches aft of datum (35,6 cm)

Reference datum: wing leading edge.

5.3 Weight and balance mandatory actionIt is mandatory that you check the weight and balance of your aircraft before flight testing.

The Pelican was designed to minimize the risk of exceeding the limits of the weight and balance envelope if properly built and loaded. However, if the center of gravity is not well located versus the wing chord, the flight characteristics of your aircraft might be dangerously altered:

• If the C.G, is too far forward, you will lack elevator power on landing.• If the C.G. is too far aft, the aircraft will be unstable and dangerous to fly.

5.4 Weight and balance check1. Place the aircraft on three scales.2. FIRST: Empty CG ---Check the position of the center of gravity with the empty aircraft (no fuel, no

baggage, no passenger). Make a list of the equipment and note if there is oil and coolant.3. SECOND: Foremost CG --- Check the foremost position of the center of gravity (light pilot, no fuel,

no baggage)4. THIRD: Rearmost CG--- Check the rearmost position of the center of gravity (2 pilots, full fuel, full

baggage).5. You may also check the weight and balance of your aircraft in any other loading condition by

measuring the weight, computing the moment and checking the new figure with the weight and balance envelope.

5.4.1 Procedure, data record and sample calculation

5.4.1.1 Procedure• Place the aircraft on 3 scales.• The aircraft must be level (rear top of fuselage is level).• Take note of the Lnose and Lmain measures (note the distance between the plumb line shown

below and the center of the wheel axles). Lnose is negative, Lmain is positive. If configuration is a tail-dragger, Ltail and Wtail are measured instead of Lnose and Wnose. Ltail is positive.

• Write these figures in Table 1.




5.4.1.2 Data recording

5.4.1.2.1 First: Empty weight C.G.• Read the weight on each scale and write them down in Table 1.• Add up the weights and moments. Write the totals in Table 1.

5.4.1.2.2 Second: Foremost position C.G.• Load the aircraft with one light pilot, no fuel and no baggage.• Take note of the weight on each scale.• Compute the weight and moment and check that the coordinates fall in the envelope.

5.4.1.2.3 Third: Rearmost position C.G.• Repeat operations with 2 pilots, full fuel and full baggage.

5.4.1.3 Sample calculation:Lnose -32.75 inLmain 22.75 inWnose 185 lbWmain, right 220 lbWmain, left 220 lb

Wmain, total 440 lbWtotal 625 lb

Lnose x Wnose -32.75 in x 185 lb = -6,059 lb-inLmain x Wmain 22.75 in x 440 lb = 10,010 lb-in

MOMENT = Lnose x Wnose + Lmain x Wmain

= -6,059 lb-in + 10,010 lb-in16

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THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual= 3,951 lbs-in

Verification: 3,951 lb-in = 6.32 inches 625 lb

6.32 inches / 44 inches = 14% of wing chord.

Empty C.G. = 14% of wing chord is inside Selected CG range: [19:30]% of M.A.C.

Note: If aircraft is tail-dragger, Ltail x Wtail is + sign.

5.4.2 Table 1: Weight and balance calculations

(1) Lnose = _________________ (minus sign if tricycle)

(2) Lmain = _________________

# Item Value for Empty Weight C.G.

(3) Weight under the nose wheel: Wnose

(4) Weight under left wheel: Wmain, left(5) Weight under right wheel: Wmain, right(6) Total weight under main wheels: Wmain (4 + 5)(7) Total weight of aircraft: WTotal (3 + 6)(8) Lnose x Wnose (1 x 3)(9) Lmain x Wmain (2 x 6)(10) Moment (8 + 9)

This is your empty weight C.G.If you add equipment, you may weigh the equipment, measure the distance from the datum and compute your new empty weight C.G. without weighing the airplane.

# Item Value for Foremost C.G.

Value for Rearmost C.G.

(3) Weight under the nose wheel: Wnose

(4) Weight under left wheel: Wmain, left(5) Weight under right wheel: Wmain, right(6) Total weight under main wheels: Wmain (4 + 5)(7) Total weight of aircraft: WTotal (3 + 6)(8) Lnose x Wnose (1 x 3)(9) Lmain x Wmain (2 x 6)(10) Moment (8 + 9)

Check that the total Weight (7) and Moment (10) coordinates fall within the weight and balance envelope shown on the next page with the loaded aircraft.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual5.5 Weight and balance envelope



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual5.6 Weight and balance by calculationIt is possible to compute the weight and balance of the aircraft when using the following table. The operator must ensure to precisely measure the empty weight and carefully list all the equipment on-board at the time of initial weighing.

Weight and balance report - Pelican Sport 600

Serial numberRegistration

Empty weight and balance (including oil, cooling liquid and residual fuel):Engine :Propeller :Equipment list at time of initial weighing :

Wing chord : 44 inchesDATUM: Wing leading edge

Distance from DATUM to nose wheel axle: inchesDistance from DATUM to left main wheel axle: inchesDistance from DATUM to right main wheel axle: inches

Reading on scale under noze wheel : lbReading on scale under left main wheel: lbReading on scale under right main wheel: lb

Total weight: lbMOMENT for empty aircraft: lb-inEmpty weight CG distance from DATUM: in% M.A.C: %

W(lbs) X(in) M(lbs-in) % M.A.C.

lb in lb-in %New equipment :

New empty CG : lb in lb-in %

Pilot 120 16.0 1,920Passenger 0 16.0 0Fuel 22 19.0 418Baggage 0 40.0 0Foremost CG : lb in lb-in %

Pilot 180 16.0 2,880Passenger 0 16.0 0Fuel 132 19.0 2,508Baggage 50 40.0 2,000Rearmost CG: lb in lb-in %

Pilot 155 16.0 2,480Passenger 140 16.0 2,240Fuel 66 19.0 1,254Baggage 25 40.0 1,000Usual CG: lb in lb-in %




6 Normal procedures6.1 Pre-flight inspection (walk around)Before each flight, the operator must visually inspect the aircraft for general condition during walk-around inspection, as taught in every good flying school. The following check-list can be used as guide:

0. Pre-external verification: documents and licenses.1. Unfasten seat belts to free the controls.

Electrical system: OFFFuel selector: ON

2. Door fasteners, window, struts and fairings, landing gear, brakes, wheel pants, wheels and tires. Leading edge and wing gap cover in good condition. Remove pitot cover (left side). If wing tanks: drain, visual check of fuel level, check for leaks.

3. Struts, leading edge.4. Wing tip: check screws and mass balance.5. Ailerons and flaps, including controls and fittings. No unusual play. False spar and ribs in good

condition.6. External check of airframe.7. Stabilizer and fin in good condition. Controls, elevators and rudder in good condition, freedom of

movement, no unusual play. Cables in good condition.8 to 12 Same as 2 to 6.13. Windshield in good condition. Cowling secured. Propeller in good condition. No unusual play in

gearbox.Winter: Check installation of radiator and oil cooler winter kit.Engine access door: nothing unusual. Check oil level and coolant level in expansion bottle.

14. With ignition OFF: Turn propeller by hand and observe engine for odd noises or uneasy movements and proper compression.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual15. Cabin: visual check of cables, pulleys and supports, engine mount bolts, pedals, brakes. sticks,

instruments, fuel selector, seat belts, door hinges, etc...

6.2 Engine Pre-Start verification• Fuel selector ON• Master OFF• Electrical and radio OFF• Trim NEUTRAL• Throttle IDLE (note: if throttle is cracked, choke is inoperative).• Choke as required.

6.3 Start the engine• After having looked around the aircraft. Propeller area clear.

Master ON Alternator OFF (check light is on). Brakes applied.

• Start while looking outside.• Activate starter for a maximum of 20 seconds only, followed by a cooling period of 3 minutes.• Reduce engine RPM as required (2,000 – 2,500 RPM for warming up).• Check engine oil pressure: pressure has to rise within 10 seconds.• Alternator: check light is off.

6.4 Check before taxiing• Check instrument panel from left to right and top to bottom.• Choke as required.• Flaps: up.

6.5 Taxi• Try the brakes.• Aircraft with nose in the wing for the run-up.

6.6 Run-up or pre takeoff checkEngine

• Check traffic behind.• Pressure and temperature (oil has reached 120°F).• Choke: OFF.• Check ignition circuits as per engine operator’s manual.• RPM: idle.

Instruments and accessories• Compass.• Fuel selector ON.• Alternator (light is off).• Check instrument panel from left to right and from top to bottom.

Controls• Controls: Free.• Flaps: Take-off position.• Trim: Neutral.

Safety• Seat belts.• Baggage secured.• Doors locked.• Check traffic.• Radio call.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual6.7 Takeoff

• Climbing with engine running at peak performance for 5 minutes is permissible.• Note RPM.• Lift nose wheel at 45 kts. Climb speed at 55 to 65 kts.• Observe oil temperature, cylinder head temperature and oil pressure.

6.8 Cruise• The BRP Rotax engine is approved for continuous operation at 5,500 RPM.• The cruising speed in calm air (Vc or Vno) is 100 kts as indicated in the technical specification.• The maneuver speed (Va) is 100 Kts at 1,200 pounds.• All spins or aerobatic maneuvers are prohibited.• The nose wheel is designed to automatically center straight ahead when the nose strut is fully

extended (see construction manual), without interfering rudder movements.• Adjust the elevator trim as required for the specific cruising speed.• Pilot must ensure that engine parameters stay all time in their normal operating range as specified

in the BRP Rotax engine operation manual, otherwise major damage and/or engine stoppage could occur during flight.

6.9 Approach and landing• During approach, adjust the trim as required to lower pressure on the stick.• Fuel selector: ON• Choke: OFF• Gradually deploy flaps when indicated airspeed is within the white arc (below 80 kts). Trim as

required.• Control aircraft speed with stick and dive rate with throttle.• Normal approach speed is: 1.3 to 1.5 x Vso = 52 to 60 kts.• Touch down with power-off and on the main wheels first. The nose wheel should be lowered

smoothly to the runway as speed is diminished. At touchdown the nose wheel will immediately unlock from its in-flight position.

• Use breaks as required.

6.10 Engine stopIn normal conditions, the cooling down of the normally aspirated BRP Rotax engine during descent and taxiing will be sufficient to allow to stop the engine by switching the ignition OFF.

6.11 Winter operationBallard Sport Aircraft Ltd. offers a very effective cabin heating system with radiator. However, you will not get adequate heating if the engine’s water temperature is too low.

Winter kit installation• Check level of engine cooling liquid.• Check level of acid in battery.• Install fiberglass radiator cover (or cover partly with tape) when outside temperature is below

50°F (10°C).• Install Lexan cover (drill a few holes in the cover) over oil cooler when oil temperature falls below

green arc.Warning

DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE OR ENGINE STOPPAGECAN OCCUR IF TEMPERATURES ARE NOT

WITHIN OPERATING LIMITS OR IF THE AIR COMINGFROM THE CABIN HEATING SYSTEM IS NOT WARM ENOUGH



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's ManualIn cold weather, remove even small accumulations of frost, ice, or snow from wing, tail and control surfaces. Also make sure that control surfaces contain no accumulation of ice or debris.

When comes warmer season, you must remove the fiberglass covers in the radiator and oil cooler inlets. You may also disconnect the air hose from the side of the cabin to the radiator box and connect directly from the side of the cabin to the ventilation box behind the instrument panel.




7 Emergency procedures7.1 Recommended speeds for emergency proceduresEngine failure after takeoff 60-65 ktsManeuvering speed (gusty air) 100 ktsMaximum glide, Flaps Up 60 ktsBest glide, Full Flaps 53 ktsPrecautionary landing with engine power 60-65 ktsLanding without engine: Flaps Up 65-70 kts

Flaps Down 55-60 kts

7.2 Engine Failures

7.2.1 Engine failure during takeoff run• Throttle : IDLE.• Brakes : APPLY.• Flaps : RETRACT.• Ignition : OFF• Master switch : OFF

7.2.2 Engine failure immediately after takeoff• Airspeed : 60-65 kts• Fuel selector : OFF• Ignition : OFF• Master switch : OFF• Flaps : As required.• Landing : Straight ahead.

7.2.2.1 Engine failure during flight (engine restart)• Airspeed : 60-65 kts• Fuel selector : ON• Ignition : BOTH (or START if propeller is stopped).

If all attempts to restart the engine fail, then plan for a force landing. Select a suitable field and prepare for the landing as discussed under the Emergency landing without engine power section. Check for seat belts fastened, baggage is secured and be prepared to exit the aircraft rapidly after landing.

7.3 Fire or smoke7.3.1 Fire or smoke during start on groundContinue cranking to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carburetor and into the engine.

If engine starts : Set power to IDLE for a few minutes.Engine: SHUTDOWN (turn ignition key to OFF).Master switch: OFF.Inspect engine, cowling and electrical system for damage.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's ManualIf engine fails to start: Continue cranking (keep ignition key in START position).

Ignition switch: OFFMaster switch: OFFFuel selector: OFFExtinguish fire using fire extinguisher, wool blanket or dirt.Inspect engine, cowling and electrical system for damage.

7.3.2 Engine fire in flight• Fuel selector: OFF• Ignition: OFF• Master switch: OFF• Cabin heat: OFF• Flaps : FULL• Airspeed: 60-65 kts• Forced landing: Execute as described in Emergency landing without engine power.

7.3.3 Electrical fire or fire in cabin• Master switch : OFF• Ignition key : BOTH• All other switches : OFF• Cabin heat: OFF• Vents, cabin air: Closed to avoid drafts.• Fire extinguisher: (if available) Activate.

WARNING : After discharging an extinguisher within a closed cabin, ventilate the cabin.

If fire appears out and electrical power is required for continuance of flight• Ignition: BOTH• Master switch : ON• All other switches, circuit breakers : Check for faulty circuit, do not reset.• Cabin heat and cabin air vents : OPEN when it is ascertained that fire is completely

extinguished.• Land the airplane as soon as possible to inspect for damage.

7.4 GlideOperator should experiment gliding for various weight and balance configurations to get familiar with best glide speed figures for the particular aircraft. Depending on configuration, glide speed would range between 55 and 65 kts.

7.5 Precautionary landing with engine power• Airspeed: 60-65 kts .• Flaps: 20°• Selected field: Fly over , noting terrain and obstructions. Climb to safe altitude.• Flaps : Retract. Airspeed and altitude : Safe.• Radio, elect. switches : OFF• Flaps : FULL on final approach.• Airspeed: 60-65 kts• Ignition : BOTH• Doors : Unlatch for rapid evacuation.• Touchdown : Slightly tail low. Keep nose wheel off ground as long as possible.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual• Ignition switch : OFF• Brakes : Apply heavily.

7.6 Emergency landing without engine power• Airspeed: 50-55 kts, flaps up (1,5 Vs0).• Fuel selector : OFF• Ignition switch: OFF• Master switch : OFF• Flaps : FULLY deployed is recommended.• Doors : Unlatch before touchdown for quick exit.• Touchdown : Slightly tail low, keep nose wheel off ground as long as possible.• Brakes : Apply heavily.

7.7 Other emergencies7.7.1 IcingTurn back or change altitude to obtain an outside air temperature that is less conductive to icing.

• Cabin heat : ON (if available).• Engine : Open throttle to increase engine speed and minimize ice built-up on

propeller blades.• Flaps : Retracted.• Airspeed : With ice accumulation on wings leading edge, be prepared for

significantly higher stall speed.• Approach : Keep a higher approach speed than usual. If necessary, perform a

landing approach using forward slip, if necessary, for improved visibility.

• Touchdown : Perform a landing in level attitude.

7.7.2 Landing with a flat main tire• Flaps : As required.• Approach : As usual.• Touchdown : Good tire first, hold airplane off flat tire as long as possible with aileron

control.

7.7.3 Emergency descent through the cloudsIf conditions preclude reestablishment of VFR flight by a 180° turn, a descent through a cloud deck to VFR conditions may be appropriate. Choose an easterly or westerly heading to minimize compass swing due to changing bank angles. Keep hands off the control stick and steer a straight course with rudder control by monitoring the turn coordinator. Before descending through the clouds, set up a stabilized let-down condition as follows:

• Airspeed : 60 to 65 kts.• Rate of descent : Reduce and adjust RPM for 500 to 800 ft/min.• Elevator trim : Adjust for a stabilized descent with no pressure on stick.• Ailerons : Do not use.• Pedals : Monitor turn coordinator and make corrections by rudder alone.

Upon breaking out of clouds, resume normal cruising flight.



THE PELICAN SPORT 600 Operator's Manual7.7.4 SpinsThe Pelican is not approved for spins.

Should an inadvertent spin occur, the following recovery procedure should be used :• Rudder : Apply and hold FULL rudder opposite to the direction of rotation.• Engine : IDLE.• Ailerons : Neutral position.• Stick : Push the stick briskly forward far enough to neutral to break the stall

until holding FULL rudder.• Rudder : Neutralize the rudder when rotation has stopped.• Stick : Make a smooth recovery from dive. Do not exceed Vf speed if flaps are

down.• Engine : Slowly increase throttle to resume normal flight.



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