Scott Gesle Rv6a Poh
Scott Gesle Rv6a Poh
It
is roughly based on a typical Cessna POH, with modifications specific to an
RV. There are also specific references to my tail number and equipment
installed in my RV-6A. For this POH to be useful, you must tailor it to your
specific aircraft. The tail number can easily be changed with a search and
replace. Other modifications will take longer, such as references to the trike,
tip-up canopy, C/S prop, RMI engine monitor, internal ski rack, etc.
The Annual Condition Inspection forms should be manually placed at the end
of the document after it is printed. I found it beneficial to print the checklists
out separately and use them during the preflight (pages 7-12, 26-29).
This document is best used when printed on a color printer. The 8 ½” X 11”
paper should be cut to the proper size after printing.
The Annual Condition Inspection was taken from the RV-List. I think it was
originally written by George Orndorff. The Van’s Airforce logo was
downloaded from the internet and I have no idea of the original artist. If
George or the designer of the logo objects to these being included in the POH, I
will remove them from all further distributions.
This document is still under constant revision. If anyone has any ideas on how
it can be improved, please let me know. I hope this is of help to others.
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PERFORMANCE – SPECIFICATIONS
SPAN: ……………………………………………………………….. 23’ 0”
LENGTH: ……………………………………………………………. 19’ 9”
HEIGHT: ……………………………………………………………. 6’ 8”
SPEED:
Maximum at Sea Level …………………………………….. XXX Knots
Cruise, 75% Power at 8,000 Ft …………………………….. 167 Knots
FUEL:
Capacity …………………………………………………… 38 Gal Total
Type ………………………………………………………. 100 LL
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AEROBATIC INFORMATION
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) Engine Monitor – ON
h) Engine Monitor – RESET FLIGHT TIME
i) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK QUANTITY
-- VERIFY ENGINE MONITOR PRESET
j) Flaps – DOWN
k) Master Switch -- OFF
l) 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) Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT
d) Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation
e) Chock -- REMOVE
f) Right Wing Tank – SUMP
g) Main Buss Alternate Feed – ON
h) Fuel Boost Pump – ON
i) Gascolator – SUMP
j) Fuel Boost Pump – OFF
k) Main Buss Alternate Feed -- OFF
l) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY
m) Fuel Filler Cap – SECURE
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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
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) Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security
j) Flap -- CHECK security
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STARTING ENGINE
a) Mixture -- RICH
b) Carb Heat -- COLD
c) Prop -- HIGH RPM
d) Master Switch – ON
e) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON
f) Strobe – ON
g) Flaps -- UP
h) Prime -- AS REQUIRED (3-4 seconds when cold)
i) Throttle -- OPEN approx 1/4”
j) Propeller Area -- CLEAR
k) Ignition Switch -- START
l) Engine Monitor -- ON
m) Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle
n) Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF
o) Avionics -- ON
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BEFORE TAKEOFF
a) Brakes -- SET
b) Canopy -------- Main Latch -- SECURE
-------- Secondary Latch -- SECURE
c) Flight Controls -- FREE and CORRECT
d) Flight Instruments – SET
Altimeter – CORRECT PRESSURE
D/G – CORRECT HEADING
A/H – ALLIGNED
G-Meter -- RESET
e) Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK
f) Mixture -- RICH (below 3000’)
g) Elevator and Aileron Trim -- NEUTRAL
h) Throttle -- 1700 RPM
1) Magnetos -- CHECK (125 max drop, 50 differential)
2) Suction – CHECK (5” Hg)
3) Carb Heat -- CHECK for drop
4) Prop -- CHECK operation
5) Engine Instruments -- CHECK
6) Throttle -- IDLE
7) Carb Heat -- COLD
i) Radios -- SET
j) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON
k) Transponder -- ALTITUDE
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TAKEOFF
NORMAL TAKEOFF
a) Wing Flaps – UP
b) Carb Heat – COLD
c) Prop – HIGH RPM
d) Throttle -- FULL OPEN
e) Elevator Control – LIFT NOSE WHEEL (at 55KIAS)
f) Climb Speed -- 110 KIAS
ENROUTE CLIMB
a) Airspeed – 110 - 130 KIAS
b) Throttle – 25 in Hg, or full throttle
c) Prop – 2500 RPM
d) Boost Pump – OFF at 1000 feet AGL
e) Fuel Pressure – CHECK
f) Mixture – LEAN above 5000’
CRUISE
a) Throttle – 23 in Hg
b) Prop – 2300 RPM
c) Trim – ADJUST
d) Mixture – LEAN to XXX deg C rich of peak
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POSTFLIGHT
AFTER LANDING
a) Wing Flaps – UP
b) Boost Pump – OFF
c) Transponder – STANDBY
ENGINE SHUTDOWN
a) Avionics -- OFF
b) Electrical – OFF
c) Throttle – IDLE
d) Prop – FULL FORWARD
e) Mixture – IDLE CUT-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
g) Engine Monitor Fuel Quantity – RESET AFTER REFUELING
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HOURS:
MAKE: RV-6A SERIAL #: 22717
REGISTRATION #: N506RV DATE:
DESCRIPTION : COMMENTS:
A. PROPELLER GROUP
1. Inspect spinner and back plate....
2. Inspect blades for nicks and cracks....
3. Check for grease and oil leaks....
4. Lubricate propeller per lubrication chart....
5. Check spinner mounting brackets....
6. Check propeller mounting bolts and safety....
7. Inspect hub parts for cracks and corrosion....
B. ENGINE GROUP
C. CABIN GROUP
E. WING GROUP
F. OPERATIONAL INSPECTION
Performance
Cruise Performance at 8,000’:
KTAS RPM MAP Fuel Flow % Power
167 2400 23” 8.4 GPH 75%
157 2200 23” 7.4 GPH 65%
151 2200 21” 6.3 GPH 55%
No Reserve:
75% Power ……………………………………………….. 695 nm
65% Power ……………………………………………….. 745 nm
55% Power ……………………………………………….. 840 nm
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Sample:
Total
Engine Information
Model: …….. Lycoming O-320 D1A
HP: ………… 160
Fuel: ……….. 91/96 or 100/130 octane minimum
……….. 100LL
Oil Filter: ….. Champion CH48110
Operating Conditions:
Oil Inlet Temp: 82 deg C desired, 118 deg C 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 66 deg C – 223 deg C desired range, 260 deg C max
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ENGINE INFORMATION
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Engine Out Glide Performance
Airspeed 75 Kts
12
0
0 2 4 6 8 10
No Wind Distance (nm)
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
Engine Failure After Takeoff:
Wing Flaps Up ………………………… 80 Kts
Wing Flaps Down …………………….. 70 Kts
ENGINE FAILURES
If engine starts:
CABIN FIRE
1. Master Switch – OFF
2. Vents/ Cabin Heat – CLOSED
3. Fire Extinguisher – ACTIVATE (if available)
WING FIRE
1. Nav Lights – OFF
2. Landing Light – OFF
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ELECTRICAL / ALTERNATOR FAILURE
1. Avionics –OFF
2. Master Switch – OFF, both sides
3. Master Switch – ON