Van s Aircraft RV-4. Pilot s Operating Handbook

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1 Van s Aircraft RV-4 Pilot s Operating Handbook

2 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS SPAN: LENGTH: HEIGHT:. 6 8 SPEED: Maximum at Sea Level.. Cruise, 75% Power at 8,000 Ft Knots 165 Knots RANGE (includes 3 gal. for taxi, takeoff & climb): 8000, no reserve nm 8000 no reserve nm 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve nm 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve nm RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA SERVICE CEILING... TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE:.. LANDING PERFORMANCE:... STALL SPEED (CAS): Flaps Up, Power Off Flaps Down, Power Off MAXIMUM WEIGHT (Normal Category):. EMPTY WEIGHT. MAXIMUM USEFUL LOAD: FPM 19,500 FT 535 Ft 500 Ft 47 Knots 43 Knots 1800 Lbs 1131 Lbs 669 Lbs BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE ( see Weight and Balance ) 50 Lbs WING LOADING (Pounds/ Sq. Ft) 15 POWER LOADING (Pounds/ HP) FUEL: Capacity Type. 36 Gal Total 100 LL OIL CAPACITY. ENGINE: Lycoming.. 8 Qts O-320-B2C

3 PROPELLER: Sensenich NOTE - Prop limitation 70CM 7S rpm

4 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS VNE VNO VFE SPEED KIAS REMARKS Never Exceed Speed 182 Kts Do not exceed this speed in any operations. Maximum Structural 156 Kts Exceed this speed only in Cruising Speed smooth air. Maneuvering Speed 115 Kts Do not make full control movements above this speed. Full elevator deflection will Maximum Flap Extended Speed deg 87 - Full Vy Best Rate of Climb 75 Kts Vx Best Angle of Climb 65 Kts Vs Stall Speed Clean 47 Kts result in a 6g load at this speed. Do not exceed this speed with flaps down Vso Stall Speed Landing Configuration 43 Kts AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS MARKING KIAS VALUE SIGNIFICANCE OR RANGE White Arc Kts Full Flap Operating Range. Lower limit is Vso. Upper limit is maximum speed with flaps extended Green Arc Kts Normal Operating Range. Lower limit is Vs. Upper limit is maximum structural cruising speed Yellow Arc Kts Operations must be conducted with caution and only in smooth air. Red Line 182 Kts Maximum speed for all operations

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7 AEROBATIC INFORMATION Weight Limitation 1375 Pounds Recommended Entry Speeds: Loops, Horizontal Eights Kts Immelman Turns Kts Aileron Rolls, Barrel Rolls Kts Snap Rolls Kts Vertical Rolls Kts Split-S Kts

8 N 4 1 R V PREFLIGHT INSPECTION 1. CABIN a) Documentation -- Available In Airplane b) Aeronautical Charts CURRENT AND APPROPRIATE TO FLIGHT c) Seat Belt Securing Control Stick -- RELEASE d) Ignition Switch -- OFF e) Avionics -- OFF f) Master Switch -- ON g) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK QUANTITY h) Flaps DOWN i) Master Switch -- OFF j) Carb Heat COLD 2. EMPENNAGE a) Tail Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT b) Control Surfaces -- CHECK freedom of movement and security c) Static Sources (both sides of fuselage) CHECK for blockage 3. RIGHT WING a) Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security b) Flap -- CHECK security c) Nav igation Lights and Strobes - CHECK condition d) Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT e) Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation f) Chock -- REMOVE g) Right Wing Tank SUMP h) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY i) Fuel Filler Cap SECURE

9 N 4 1 R V 5. NOSE a) Engine Oil Level -- CHECK, do not operate with less than 4 quarts b) Propeller and Spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security c) Cowl Hinge Pins CHECK for security d) Air Inlet -- CHECK for restrictions e) Nose Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation f) Chock -- REMOVE g) Fuel Tank Vents -- CHECK for blockage h) Fuel Boost Pump ON i) Gascolator SUMP j) Fuel Boost Pump OFF 6. LEFT WING a) Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT b) Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation c) Chock -- REMOVE d) Left Wing Tank -- SUMP e) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY f) Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE g) Pitot Tube Cover -- REMOVE and check for blockage h) Landing Light -- CHECK condition i) Nav igation Lights and Strobes - CHECK condition j) Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security k) Flap -- CHECK security

10 N 4 1 R V BEFORE STARTING ENGINE a) Preflight Inspection -- COMPLETE b) Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses -- ADJUST and LOCK c) Canopy -- DOWN d) Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK e) Avionics and Electrical -- OFF f) Brakes -- SET g) Circuit Breakers -- CHECK IN h) Flaps -- UP STARTING ENGINE a) Mixture -- RICH b) Carb Heat -- COLD c) Master Switch ON d) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON e) Radio Master ON Check Boost Pressure f) Radio Master OFF g) Prime -- AS REQUIRED (5 seconds = 3 Primes) h) Throttle -- OPEN approx 1/4 i) Propeller Area -- CLEAR j) Ignition Switch -- START k) Radio Master -- ON l) Engine Monitor -- Check m) Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle n) Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF

11 N 4 1 R V BEFORE TAKEOFF a) Brakes -- SET b) Canopy Main Latch -- SECURE Secondary Latch -- SECURE c) Flight Controls -- FREE and CORRECT d) Flaps - UP e) Flight Instruments SET Altimeter CORRECT PRESSURE D/G CORRECT HEADING f) Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK g) Mixture -- RICH (below 3000 ) h) Elevator and Aileron Trim NEUTRAL( Elevator center of Green) i) Throttle RPM 1) Magnetos -- CHECK (125 max drop, 50 differential) 2) Suction CHECK (5 Hg) 3) Carb Heat -- CHECK for drop 4) Engine Instruments -- CHECK 5) Throttle -- IDLE 6) Carb Heat -- COLD i) Radios SET j) Transponder -- ALTITUDE k) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON

12 N 4 1 R V TAKEOFF NORMAL TAKEOFF a) Wing Flaps UP b) Carb Heat COLD c) Throttle -- FULL OPEN d) Elevator Control LIFT NOSE WHEEL (at 55KIAS) e) Climb Speed KIAS SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF a) Wing Flaps 10 Deg b) Carb Heat COLD c) Brakes APPLY d) Throttle FULL OPEN e) Mixture RICH (above 3000 lean to obtain max RPM) f) Brakes RELEASE g) Climb Speed 80 KIAS (Vy) ENROUTE CLIMB a) Airspeed KIAS b) Throttle 25 in Hg, or full throttle c) Boost Pump OFF at 1000 feet AGL d) Fuel Pressure CHECK e) Mixture LEAN above 5000 CRUISE a) Throttle 23 in Hg b) Prop 2300 RPM c) Trim ADJUST d) Mixture LEAN to 50 deg F rich of peak

13 N 4 1 R V POSTFLIGHT AFTER LANDING a) Wing Flaps UP b) Boost Pump OFF c) Transponder STANDBY ENGINE SHUTDOWN a) Engine Monitor - CHECK flight time b) Avionics -- OFF c) Electrical OFF d) Throttle IDLE e) Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF (After Engine Stops) f) Ignition OFF g) Flaps DOWN h) Master OFF SECURING AIRCRAFT a) Wheel Chocks INSTALL b) Wing & Tail Tie-Down INSTALL AS REQUIRED c) Pitot Tube Cover INSTALL AS REQUIRED d) Cockpit CLEAN AND SECURE e) Ignition Key REMOVED f) Master and Electrical Switches OFF

14 N 4 1 R V ANNUAL CONDITION INSPECTION REPORT HOURS: MAKE: RV-4 SERIAL #: 1992 REGISTRATION #: N 4 1 R V DATE: DESCRIPTION : COMMENTS: A. PROPELLER GROUP 1. Inspect spinner and back plate Inspect blades for nicks and cracks Check for grease and oil leaks Check spinner mounting brackets Check propeller mounting bolts and safety Inspect hub parts for cracks and corrosion... B. ENGINE GROUP CAUTION: ground mags before working on engine 1. Remove engine cowl Clean and check cowling for cracks, distortion and loose or missing fasteners Drain oil sump Clean suction oil strainer at oil change Clean pressure oil strainer or change full flow oil filter element Check oil temp. sender for leaks and security Check oil lines and fittings for leaks, chafing security, dents and cracks Clean and check oil radiator cooling fins Fill engine with oil per lubrication chart Clean engine Check condition of spark plugs adjust gap Check ignition harness and insulators Check magneto points for proper clearance maintain at

15 14. Check magneto for oil seal leaks Check breaker felt for proper lubrication Check distributor block for cracks, burned areas or corrosion Check magnetos to engine timing Remove air filter and clean Drain carburetor and clean inlet line fuel strainer Check condition of carburetor heat air door and box Check intake seal for leaks and clamps for tightness Clean screens in fuel pump Clean and check gascolator Inspect condition of fuel lines Check fuel system for leaks Check electric fuel pump for operation Check engine controls throttle, carb heat, mixture, and prop Inspect exhaust stacks, connections, gaskets Inspect heat exchange and baffles Check breather tube for obstructions and security Check crankcase for cracks, leaks, security of bolts Check engine mounts for cracks and loose mountings Check all engine baffles Check firewall seals Check condition and tension of alternator and drive belt Check condition of starter Check fluid in brake reservoir Lubricate all controls Reinstall engine cowl... C. CABIN GROUP 1. Inspect canopy and windows Check upholstery for tears Check seats, seat belts, shoulder straps Check trim operation Check rudder pedals Check control column, systems and connection...

16 7. Check landing, nav, cabin, and instrument lights Check instrument, lines and attachments Check gyro operation, and electric turn and bank Check or replace gyro air filter Clean or replace vacuum regulator filter Check altimeter Check operation of fuel selector valve Check operation of engine primer Check condition of heater controls Check condition and operation air vents... D. FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP 1. Remove inspection plates and panels Check battery box, battery and cables Check electronic installations Check bulkheads and stringers for damage Check antenna mounts and wiring Check fuel lines and valves Check vertical fin and rudder surfaces Check rudder horn and attachment Check vertical fin attachments Check rudder bolts for wear Check horizontal stabilizer and elevators Check horizontal stabilizer attachment Check elevator horn Check elevator bolts for wear Check elevator bell cranks, controls and control tubes Lubricate all bearings as needed Reinstall inspection plates and panels... E. WING GROUP 1. Remove inspection plates Check surfaces and tip for damage and loose rivets and condition of walkways Check aileron mounts and attachments Check aileron bellcrank and control tubes Check flaps and attachment for damages Check all wing attachment bolts Check fuel tanks and lines for leaks and Check fuel tank vents Reinstall inspection plates...

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18 F. LANDING GEAR GROUP 1. Check nose gear Check main gear attachments Check tires for cuts and wear Remove wheel, clean, and repack bearings Check wheels for cracks, corrosion and broken bolts Check tire pressure Check brake lining and disc Check brake lines... G. OPERATIONAL INSPECTION 1. Check fuel pump and fuel tank selector Check fuel pressure Check oil pressure and temperature Check alternator output Check manifold pressure Check alternate air Check vacuum gauge Check gyros for noise and roughness Check Cabin heat operation Check magneto switch operation Check magneto RPM variation Check throttle and mixture operation Check propeller smoothness Check electronic equipment operation... H. Known problem areas: a) Smoking rivets on forward bottom skin b) Chafing brake lines on gear leg fairing and beneath wheel pant c) Chaffing of wheel on wheel pant d) Fretting corrosion at gear leg fairing intersection e) Corrosion of exposed rod end bearings f) Rudder contacting elevator roots in flight (dynamic clearance less than static clearance!) NOTES

19 N 4 1 R V Performance Cruise Performance at 8,000 : KTAS RPM MAP Fuel Flow % Power GPH 75% GPH 65% No Wind Range at 8,000 : All range calculations include 3 gal. for engine start, taxi, takeoff and climb. Engine is leaned for best economy. One hour (8 gal.) reserve: 75% Power nm 65% Power nm 55% Power nm No Reserve: 75% Power nm 65% Power nm 55% Power nm

20 N 4 1 R V WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA Make: Philip Condon Serial: 1992 Model: RV-4 Registration: N 4 1 R V Maximum Weights: Aerobatic Category Utility Category. Normal Category Datum= 60 inches forward of wing leading edge (L.E.) Design C.G. Range = 15% to 29% of wing chord 8.7 to 16.8 from L.E to 76.8 aft of Datum Wing L.E. = 60 inches aft of datum Main wheel right = aft of datum Main wheel left = aft of datum Nose wheel = aft of datum Fuel 70 aft of datum Pilot and Passenger 87.4 aft of datum Baggage. 117 aft of datum Aircraft weighed in level flight attitude. (Includes 8 qts. of oil) Weight Arm Moment Right Wheel Left Wheel Nose Wheel * 5372 Fuel (3920) Total Empty CG = 71.3 aft of datum *Datum to Pivot, Fuel weighed separately 1375 Lbs 1650 Lbs 1800 Lbs

21 N 4 1 R V WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA Sample: Weight Arm Moment Aircraft Fuel (6lbs/gal) 70 Pilot 87.4 Passenger 87.4 Baggage 117 Total CG = Total Moment / Total Weight CG = in aft of datum CG Range = 68.7 to 76.8 in aft of datum

22 N 4 1 R V WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA *With a CG Range of 68.7 to 76.8 in., The following loading configurations are within limitations. Pax, Full fuel, 70lbs bags 200# Pax, Full fuel, 40lbs bags Item Weight Arm Moment Item Weight Arm Moment Empty Wt Empty Wt Pilot Pilot Passenger Passenger Fuel Fuel Baggage Baggage TOTAL TOTAL CG CG Zero Fuel CG Zero Fuel CG No Pax, Full fuel, 100lbs bags 250# Pax, Full fuel, No bags Item Weight Arm Moment Item Weight Arm Moment Empty Wt Empty Wt Pilot Pilot Passenger Passenger Fuel Fuel * Baggage Baggage TOTAL TOTAL CG CG Zero Fuel CG 76.3 Zero Fuel CG * Reduced Fuel

23 N 4 1 R V Engine Information Model:.. Lycoming O-320 B2C HP: 160 Fuel:.. 91/96 or 100/130 octane minimum.. 100LL Oil Filter:.. Champion CH48110 Alt Belt.. NAPA XL Vac Pump Rapco 211CC Vac Filter OIL: Avg MIL-L-6082 Ashless Dispersant Ambient Air Grades Grades Above 80F SAE 60 SAE 60 Above 60F SAE 50 SAE 40 or SAE F SAE 40 SAE F SAE 20 SAE 30 or SAE 40 Below 10F SAE 20 SAE 30 Oil Sump Capacity.. 8 U.S. Quarts Minimum Safe Quantity...2 U.S. Quarts Operating Conditions: Oil Inlet Temp: 180 deg F desired, 245 deg F Maximum Oil Pressure: 90 psi max; 60 psi min; 25 psi idle Fuel Pressure: 8 psi max; 0.5 psi min; 3.0 psi desired Cyl. Head Temp 150 deg F 435 deg F desired range, 500 deg F max

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29 Engine Out Glide Performance Airspeed 75 Kts Prop Low RPM Prop High RPM No Wind Distance (nm) N 4 1 R V

30 Engine Information System Parameter HI LO Aux Off Aux SF Oil Pressure 45psi 0(Oil Zero) Oil Temp 210F ---- Voltage Fuel Press psi RPM 2600 Manifold Press EGT CHT EMP setting 1 Options setting +-Fec Avionics Component Make Model S/N GPS/Com Terra Transponder Terra Encoder Ameriking AK350 ELT Ameriking AK450 Strobes Whelen

31 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS Engine Failure After Takeoff: Wing Flaps Up Wing Flaps Down.. Maneuvering Speed (Va). 80 Kts 70 Kts 115 Kts Maximum Glide 80 Kts

32 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ENGINE FAILURES ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN 1. Throttle IDLE 2. Brakes APPLY 3. Wing Flaps RETRACT 4. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF 5. Ignition Switch OFF 6. Master Switch OFF ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF 1. Airspeed 70 KIAS 2. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF 3. Fuel Selector Valve OFF 4. Ignition Switch OFF 5. Wing Flaps AS REQUIRED 6. Master Switch OFF ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT 1. Airspeed 80 Knots 2. Boost Pump ON 3. Fuel Selector SWITCH TANKS 4. Carb Heat ON 5. Mixture RICH 6. Ignition Switch BOTH, LEFT, RIGHT 7. Transponder 7700

33 FIRES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DURING START ON GROUND 1. Cranking CONTINUE, to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carb and into the engine. If engine starts: 2. Power 1700 RPM for a few minutes 3. Engine SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage If engine fails to start: 4. Throttle FULL OPEN 5. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF 6. Cranking CONTINUE 7. Fire Extinguisher OBTAIN 8. Engine SECURE ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT 1. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF 2. Fuel Selector Valve OFF 3. Master Switch OFF 4. Cabin Heat and Air OFF ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT 1. Master Switch OFF 2. Avionics OFF 3. All Other Switches (except ignition) OFF 4. Vents/ Cabin Air/ Heat CLOSED 5. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available) CABIN FIRE 1. Master Switch OFF 2. Vents/ Cabin Heat CLOSED 3. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available) WING FIRE 1. Nav Lights OFF

34 2. Landing Light OFF EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ELECTRICAL / ALTERNATOR FAILURE 1. Avionics OFF 2. Master Switch OFF, both sides 3. Master Switch ON IF ALTERNATOR IS STILL OFF-LINE: 4. Master Switch OFF 5. Electrical Switches OFF 6. Alternator Breaker PULL 7. Avionics OFF 8. Main Feed Breaker PULL 9. Alternate Feed Switch Guard UP 10. Alternate Feed Switch ON 11. Avionics ON as required 12. Electrical Equipment ON, as required 13. Flight TERMINATE as soon as practical, aircraft is on battery reserves only.