Taurus ELECTRO manual 472 ENG.pdf - Pipistrel

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Emergency procedures
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Parachute rescue system
System description
Depending on the canopy size, the main canopy system is open and fully inflated above the aircraft
between 1.5 - 6.0 seconds after being fired with regard to the flight speed. This means that a rescue
can be successful from as little as 30 m to 150m over the ground, depending on the installation, position
of the aircraft, its speed and trajectory. The necessary height needed for a rescue is deduced
from measured figures in horizontal flight up to the stated VNE of aircraft in its MTOW. These figures
are stated in the technical parameters of the system. It is possible to aim the rocket in any direction
but, the best direction is vertical to the lengthwise axis of the plane in an upward or slightly oblique
aft direction. The rocket system has been designed with sufficient power reserve so that it can pull
out the chute even under extreme conditions ranging in temperatures from -40°C up to +60°C.
WARNING! Activation handle safety pin should be inserted when the
aircraft is parked or hangared to prevent accidental deployment.
However, AS SOON AS THE pilot boards the aircraft, safety pin MUST be removed!
Use of parachute rescue system
In situations such as:
• structural failure
• mid-air collision
• loss of control over aircraft
• motor failure over hostile terrain
• pilot incapacitation (incl. heart attack, stroke, temp. blindness, disorientation...)
the parachute SHOULD be deployed.
Prior to firing the system:
• shut down the motor and set master switch to OFF (key in full left position)
• fasten safety harnesses tightly
• protect your face and body.
To deploy the parachute jerk the activation handle (located above and between
pilots) hard for a length of at least 30 cm towards the instrument panel.
Once you have pulled the handle and the rocked is deployed, it will be less than two seconds before
you feel the impact produced by two forces. The first force is produced by stretching of all the system.
The force follows after the inflation of the canopy from opening impact and it will seem to you
that the aircraft is pulled backwards briefly. The airspeed is reduced instantly and the aircraft now
starts do descent to the ground underneath the parachute.
As a pilot you should know that the phase following parachute deployment may be a great unknown
and a great adventure for the crew. You will be getting into situation for the first time, where