DA 40 Aircraft Limitations Flashcards
Maximum Power Limitation
92%-100% load for only 5 mins
Maximum Continuous Power
92%
Max Ramp Weight
2,897 lbs
MTOW+9
Max Takeoff Weight (MTOW)
2,888 lbs
Maximum Landing Weight
2,822 lbs
Maximum Zero Fuel Weight
2,789 lbs
What are the Approved Fuel Types?
Jet A
Jet A-1
What is our Max Fuel quantities?
41 gallons total
39 gal usable
19.5 gal per side
What is our Max usable fuel?
39 gallons
What is the Maximum Fuel Imbalance
9 gallons
What is the Max Cockpit Fuel Indication?
14 Gallons per tank (28gal total)
We cannot operate the aircraft below what temperature?
-40c
At what temperature is preheating the engine required?
-30c
At what temperature must the batteries be preheated?
-30c
What is the Autopilot minimum engagement height?
800ft AGL
What is the Autopilot minimum use height?
200ft AGL
What is the Maximum Altitude?
16,400 ft MSL
The aircraft is approved for operation under which flight rule conditions?
VFR and IFR
What is the Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind Component?
25kts
What position must he rear door be in during flight?
Unlocked
What maneuvers are prohibited?
Intentional negative G maneuvers
Flight into what weather condition is prohibited?
Known or forecasted icing conditions.
What kind of Oil can our aircraft use?
5W-30
5W-40
OW-40
What is the Glide Ratio of the DA 40 NG?
Glide ratio is 1:9,4 (9,400ft)
For every 1,000FT of altitude lost, 1.54 NM distance can be gained
What is the maximum allowed bank in the DA40 NG?
60 degrees
What limitation is associated with the Emergency Battery seal?
No IFR flight allowed if the Emergency Battery seal is broken
What limitation is associated with the Main Battery?
No Night Flight or IFR flight is allowed with an empty Main Battery
*In other words, you are not allowed to jump start the battery if it was dead, it must be fully recharged.
What limitation is associated with an External Engine Start?
No engine start with external power because of an empty main battery for IFR or Night-VFR flight.
The battery must be fully charged first.
What are the maximum baggage capacities?
Standard Compartment = 100lbs
Extended Compartment = 40lbs
*Combined weight in both compartments may not exceed 100lbs!
What limitation is associated with the Alternate Static source?
- The cockpit windows and vents must be closed
- Auto pilot use is prohibited
Define Zero Fuel weight
The total weight of an aircraft and its contents, excluding fuel.
* It includes the weight of the aircraft’s structure, crew, passengers, baggage, cargo, and any other non-fuel items on board.
The purpose of Zero Fuel Weight is to ensure the wings are not overstressed in flight by excessive weight
What is the purpose of Zero Fuel Weight?
The purpose of Zero Fuel Weight is to ensure the wings are not overstressed in flight by excessive weight in the fuselage
