DA 20 Katana

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DA-20
FLIGHT MANUAL
0.1.
PREFACE
Congratulations on your choice of the DA 20 'Katana'. We hope you will enjoy the
virtual counterpart of this stunning high quality two seater airplane. It is easy to fly
and has an excellent performance. A comfortable cockpit with a great view, low noise and
low fuel consumption are just a few qualities that make this plane so special and successfull.
We wish you many hours of fun and enjoyment with the DA 20 'Katana'!
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DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Authors
Dr. Achim Brger
Marcel Felde
Hans Hartmann
Alexander M. Metzger
Sounds
Graphics, Aircraft, Manual
Programming
Aerodynamics
Support
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH, Wiener Neustadt
Diamond Aircraft Industries Deutschland GmbH, Egelsbach
Knuth Glass, Diamond Air Service GmbH
Markus Rheinlnder and Thomas Wolff, Katana pilots
Beta Test Team

Boerris Kuhn, Marco Butze, Martin Georg, Michael Garbers, Rainer Duda, Roland Pohl,
Siegfried Schulz, Thomas Esser.
A big thank you to all that supported us in our work on this project - the employees of
Diamond Aircraft, Diamond Air Service and Aerosoft, the pilots and testers, our families
and friends that had to stand back from time to time, while we were working on this
project.
Document based on the
DA-20 Flight Manuals by
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter
GENERAL
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
PERFORMANCE
WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST
DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS
This manual is based on the real Katana documentation. Passages and chapters that
make no sense for a flight simulator addon have been left out.
All material contained in this manual is solely intended for flight simulation use
and may under no circumstances be used for real-world aviation!

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Pentium 1 Gh
128 MB RAM
240 MB of free available SPACE on the hard disk
Sound card
A 3D video board with at least 32Mb RAM, 256 Mb RAM internal memory and a Pentium
III 600 are highly recommended.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 (NOT compatible with older versions) Windows 98,
Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP
Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 to read and print the manual *
* Available for free, download at: http://www.adobe.com/prodindex/acrobat/readstep.html
0.5.
INSTALLATION
If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP and must logging as administrator before you
start the installation.
If the setup programme does not start automatically, click on START | RUN and enter
"d:\setup.exe" (d represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive. If yours is different,
please replace it with the appropriate drive letter).
After you have chosen your preferred installation language, the welcome screen appears
and you will be presented with some important information. Now it is time to register your
version of the DA-20 Katana. Please notice, you need your login-name, login-passwort
and the registration key (www.simmarket.com or www.aerosoft-shop.com) to install the
DA-20 Katana. You will find this key in your Aerosoft Download Shop confirmation email.
The installation programme will attempt to locate the correct path to Microsoft Flight
Simulator 2004. If this path cannot be successfully located, or you wish to install to
another location, then you will have to enter the correct path to your installation of the
flight simulator manually. In order to do this, click on "Browse" and navigate to the correct
path. Before the installation program starts to copy the files onto your hard disc, you
will be presented with the all installation details. The installation program will now copy
all files of the DA-20 Katana onto your hard disc.
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DEINSTALLATION
Removing the DA-20 Katana
The DA-20 Katana can be removed at any time if you have one of the following operating systems - Windows 98/ME or NT 4.0/2000 or XP. In order to completely remmove the Katana click on the "Start" Button on the Windows task bar, choose "Settings"
and then "Control Panel". Here you will see an icon named "Software". Double click on
thid icon to open it and you will see a list of all installed programmes. Locate
"aerosoft's - DA-20-Katana - FS2004", click once with the left mouse button and then
click on the "add-remove" button. The deinstallation program will now begin to
remove the DA-20 Katana files from you hard disc.

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CONFIGURATION
Before the first flight, an aircraft has to be configured, it is the same matter with our virtual
Katana. Additionally, you need to set up some items in your flight simulator.
Settings - Realism
The Rotax 912 engine is equipped with a dual
automatic altitude-compensating carburetor. To
make automixture work properly, enable it
under the realism settings.
Engines
Enable automixture
Unlimited fuel
Settings - International
The Outside Air Temperature display (OAT) and
the altimeter pressure settings depend on the
international settings of the flight simulator:
Use 'U.S. System' for OAT in 'F' and altimeter
setting in 'in.Hg'.
'Metric (altimeter in feet)' will show OAT in 'C'
and altimeter setting in'mbar'
Virtual cockpit - point of view

We strongly recommend not to change the point of view in the virtual cockpit. Polygons in
FS disappear when they get to close to the viewer. So parts of the canopy could get
invisible when you move your head up via 'SHIFT+ENTER' or Active Camera.

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LOADING EDITOR
The Loading Editor that comes
with the DA-20 Katana lets you
easily configure the addon to fit
your needs.
Please do not forget to save
the actual configuration before
you select another model
type. Switching the model clears
the settings for the one you
have been working on.
Toggle Passenger
Click on the passenger to load/unload it. This effects the exterior model and the virtual
cockpit, not the 'Loading'.
Loading
Define the weight of the pilot, passenger and the baggage. If the passenger has been
made invisible as described above, there is a loading called 'sandbag' to position a
weight on the right seat.
GPS
Enable or disable the GPS in the virtual cockpit. Keep in mind, that the GPS can effect the
framerate of the gauges. If the instruments don't move fluently, you should disable it.
There is a clickspot on the 3d GPS, that opens the GPS window.
Easy Ground Steering

If you find it too difficult, to control the aircraft on ground via differential braking, you can
make the nose gear steerable. Well, it is not realistic at all, but it makes steering
more comfortable.
Save
Is Your aircraft configured and loaded? Don't forget to save the file.
Flight Simulator has to be restarted.
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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL
1.1.
INTRODUCTION - about Diamond Aircraft

Diamond Aircraft Industries is a worldwide operating composite aircraft manufacturer
with offices in major centers across North America, Europe, Japan, England, Austria,
South Africa and Australia. There are two production facilities: one located in Wiener
Neustadt (Austria) where head office, research and development operations are
conducted, and one in London Ontario (Canada). At both facilities innovative aircraft
solutions, of the highest level and quality are produced for flight schools and private
operators.
The company employs over 500 people, and has already produced over 2,500 aircrafts.
Diamond Aircraft Industries (Canada) is the largest general aviation manufacturer of
single engine aircrafts in Canada, and the third largest in North America.
The DA20 Katana was just the beginning of a story of success. In the year 2000 began
the serial production and delivery of the four-seat DA40-180 'Diamond Star'.The DA40180 was the first general aviation aircraft (below 2.000 kg) which received international
JAA certification (according to JAR 23) on October 24, 2000.
In November 2001 the DA40 TDI had its first flight. Within one year Diamond engineers
have achieved what was called 'impossible' before. With the innovative, light turbo-diesel
engine Centurion 1.7, made by the Thielert Aircraft Engine Company in Germany, and
the appropriately modified and advanced DA40 Diamond Star, the first production aircraft
worldwide with a diesel engine in this category was created.
The DA42 Twin Star, which had its maiden flight in 2002, established a new standard in
performance and value for the light twin-piston market. It offers pilot workload- reducing
single-lever power controls for each engine, exceptionally low fuel consumption and
available all glass cockpit. The new twin also offers familiar Diamond characteristics such
as dual control sticks, all composite construction, low stall speed and unparalleled
visibility.
A new project was started in june 2003: The D-JET, which can carry five people up to
25,000 feet. It is powerd by an engine which has proven its reliability in thousands of
operating hours and provides a speed of 315 kts.

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INTRODUCTION - about the Katana

Based on the successful DV20 Katana, Diamond Aircraft Canada developed and
produced a light, two-seat airplane the DA20-A1 Katana, a training airplane that meets
North American desires and needs for flight training.
In its very first year of production the Katana received the famous Eagle Award as best
VLA.
All DA20-80 and DA20-100 Katanas start out as previously-owned Katana DA20-A1s
and are equipped with Rotax engines. This conversion is a factory modification that is
completed by qualified Diamond Aircraft technicians.
1.3.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES etc.

The following definitions apply to warnings, cautions, and notes used in the Flight
Manual:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTE:
TIP:
>
means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads

to an immediate or important degradation of the flight safety.
means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads

to a minor or to a more or less long term degradation of flight safety.
draws the attention to any special item not directly related to safety but
which is important or unusual.
a hint or an information.
In Flight Simulator:

points out differences between reality and the flightsimulator, or shows

how things have to be done in "virtuality".
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THREE-VIEW-DRAWING OF AIRPLANE

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1.5.
DIMENSIONS
1.5.1.
Overall Dimensions
1.5.2.
1.5.3.
1.5.4.
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Span:
10.84 m (35 ft 6.7 in)
Length:
7.17 m ( 23 ft 6.0 in)
Height:
2.11m (6 ft 11.0 in)
Wing
Airfoil:
Wortmann FX 63-137/20 HOAC
Wing Area:
11.6 m2. (125 sq.ft)
Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC):
1.09 m (3 ft 6.9 in)
Aspect Ratio:
10.0
Dihedral:
+4 nominal
Sweep of Leading Edge:
+1 nominal
Horizontal Stabilizer
Angle of Incidence :
-2.5 0.5
Span:
2.65 m (8 ft 8 in)
Landing Gear
Track:
Track: 1.90 m (6 ft 2.8 in)
Wheel Base:
1.75 m (5 ft 8.9 in)
Tire Size:
Nose:
4.00-4 (TOST)
5.00-4 (GOODYEAR)
Main:
15 x 6.00-5 (GOODYEAR)
5.00 x 5, 6 Ply (TSO C62)
Tire Pressure:
Nose: 1.8 bar (26 psi)

Main:

2.3 bar (33 psi)

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ENGINE
Rotax 912, 4 Cylinder, 4 Stroke-Engine, horizontally opposed, liquid cooled cylinder
heads, air-cooled cylinders. Propeller drive via integrated reduction gear.
1.7.
Reduction Ratio:
2.2727 : 1
Displacement:
1.211 litres. (73.9 cu.in)
Output Power:
59.6 kW (80 hp)
at
2550 RPM
PROPELLER
Two-bladed variable pitch propeller, model HO-V352F/170FQ
manufactured by HOFFMANN
Constant speed, hydraulic pitch control
1.8.
Range of Pitch Angle:
10 - 35
Diameter:
1.70 m (5 ft 6.9 in)
FUEL
Approved Fuel Grades:
AVGAS 100LL
Total Fuel Capacity:
76 litres (20.1 US gal.)
Usable Fuel:
Unusable Fuel:

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1.10. WEIGHT
Maximum Take-off Weight
730 kg (1609 lbs)
Maximum Landing Weight
730 kg (1609 lbs)
Empty Weight
See Chapter 6
Maximum Weight in Baggage
20 kg (44 lbs)
only if restraining devices available
Wing Loading
At Maximum Take-off Weight
62.80 kg/m2. (12.86 lbs/sq.ft)
Performance Load at Max. Take-off Weight 12.24 kg/kW (20.1 lbs/hp)

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LIST OF DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
1.11.1. Speed
AGL:
Above Ground Level
CAS:
Calibrated airspeed; Indicated speed corrected for installation and

instrument errors. CAS is equal to TAS at standard atmospheric
conditions at MSL.
KCAS:
CAS in knots.
IAS:
Indicated airspeed as shown on the airspeed indicator.
KIAS:
IAS indicated in knots.
GS:
Ground Speed. Speed of the airplane relative to the ground.
TAS:
True airspeed. Speed of the airplane relative to air. TAS is CAS

corrected for altitude
VA:
Maneuvering speed. Maximum speed at which the airplane is not

overstressed at full deflection of control surfaces.
VFE:
Maximum speed with flaps extended.
VNE:
Speed which must never be exceeded in any operation.
VNO:
Maximum structural cruising speed which should only be exceeded in

calm air, and then only with caution.
VS:
The power-off stall speed with the airplane in its standard configuration.
VSO:
The power-off stall speed with the airplane in landing configuration.
VX:
Best angle-of-climb speed.
VY:
Best rate-of-climb speed.

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1.11.2. Meteorological Terms

ISA:
International Standard Atmosphere at which air is

identified as a dry gas. The temperature at mean sea level
is 15 Celsius (59 F), the air pressure at sea level is
1013.25 mbar (29.92 inHg), the temperature gradient up
to the altitude at which the temperature reaches -56.5 C
(-67.9 F) is -0.0065 C/m (-0.0036 F/ft) and 0 C/m (0
F/ft) above.
OAT:
Outside air temperature.
AGL:
Above Ground Level
Indicated Pressure Altitude:
Altitude reading with altimeter set to 1013.25 mbar (29.92

inHg) air pressure.
Pressure Altitude:
Altitude measured at standard pressure at MSL (1013.25

mbar / 29.92 inHg) using a barometric altimeter. Pressure
altitude is the indicated altitude corrected for installation
and instrument errors. Within this manual the instrument
errors are assumed to be zero.
Aerodrome/
Airport Pressure:
Actual atmospheric pressure at the aerodrome/airport

altitude.
Wind:
The wind speeds used in the diagrams in this manual

should be referred to as headwind or tailwind
components of the measured wind.
1.11.3. Powerplant
Take-off Power:
Maximum engine power for take-off.
Maximum Continuous Power:
Maximum permissible continuous engine output power

during flight.

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1.11.4. Flight Performance and Flight Planning

Demonstrated Crosswind Component:
The max. speed of the crosswind component at which the maneuverability of the
airplane during take-off and landing has been demonstrated during type
certification test flights.
Service Ceiling:
The altitude at which the maximum rate of climb is 100 ft/min. (0.5 m/s).
1.11.5. Weight and Balance

Reference Datum (RD):
An imaginary vertical plane from which all horizontal distances for the centre of
gravity calculations are measured. It is the plane through the leading edge of the
wing root rib, perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the airplane.
Station:
A defined point along the longitudinal axis which is generally presented as a
specific distance from the reference datum.
Lever Arm:
The horizontal distance from the reference datum to the centre of gravity (of a
component).
Moment:
The weight of a component multiplied by its lever arm.
Centre of Gravity (CG):
Point of equilibrium for the airplane weight.
CG position:
Distance from the reference datum to the CG. It is determined by dividing the
total moment (sum of the individual moments) by the total weight.

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Center of Gravity Limits:

The CG range which an airplane with a given weight must be operated within.
Usable Fuel:
The amount of fuel available for the flight plan calculation.
Unusable Fuel:
The amount of fuel remaining in the tank, which cannot be safely used in flight.
Empty Weight:
Weight of the airplane including unusable fuel, all operating fluids and maximum
oil amount.
Useful Load:
The difference between take-off weight and empty weight.
Maximum Take-off Weight:
Maximum weight permissible for take-off.
1.11.6. Equipment
ACL:
Anti collision light
1.11.7. Miscellaneous
GFRP: Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic
CFRP: Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic

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1.12. CONVERSION FACTORS

1.12.1. Length or Altitude
1 [ft.]
0.3048 [m]
1 [in.]
25.4 [mm]
1 [kts]
1.852 [km/h]
1 [mph]
1.609 [km/h]
1 [hPa]
100 [N/m2] = 1 [mbar]
1 [in. Hg]
33.865 [hPa]
1 [psi]
68.97 [mbar]
0.454 [kg]
1 [US gallon]
3.78 [litres]
1 [Imperial gallon]
4.546 [litres]
1.12.2. Speed
1.12.3. Pressure
1.12.4. Weight
1 [lbs]
1.12.5. Volume

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CHAPTER 2
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
2.1.
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 2 of this Flight Manual addresses the operating limitations, instrument markings,
airspeed indicator markings, and the limitation placards which are necessary for the safe
operation of the airplane, its engine, and standard systems and equipment.
WARNING:
These limitations must be complied with for all operations.

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2.2.
AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
IAS
IAS
kts
mph
km/h
Remarks
VA
104
120
193
Do not make full or abrupt control

movement above this speed, because
under certain conditions the airplane may
be overstressed by full control movement.
81
93
150
Do not exceed this speed with flaps

extended.
118
135
218
Do not exceed this speed except in

smooth air, and then only with caution,
161
185
298
Do not exceed this speed in any

operation.
Maneuvering
Speed
VFE
Maximum Flap
Extended Speed
VNO
Maximum Structural
Cruising Speed
VNE
Never Exceed Speed
2.3.
AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS

IAS
Marking
kts
mph
White Arc
37-81
43-93
Green Arc
41-118
47-135 76-218 Normal operating range.
Yellow Arc
118-161 135-185 218-298 Maneuvers must be conducted with
Red Line

km/h
Explanation
69-150 Operating range with extended flaps.
caution and only in smooth air.
161
185
298
Maximum permissible speed for all

operating modes.
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2.4.
POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS
2.4.1.
Engine
(a) Engine Manufacturer
: Bombardier Rotax, Gunskirchen/Austria
(b) Engine Type Designation
: 912 A3 (up to aircraft S/N 10092, inclusive)

: 912 F3 (aircraft S/N 10093 and subsequent)
NOTE:
The propeller is driven by the engine via a reduction gear with a ratio of 2.2727:1.
The RPM indicator indicates the propeller speed. For that reason, all speed
references within this manual - contrary to the engine manual - are propeller
speeds.
(c) Engine Operating Limitations

Max. T/O Power (5 min.)
: 59.6 kW / 80 hp
Max. Permissible T/O RPM
: 2550 RPM
Max. Continuous Power
: 58 kW / 78 hp
Max. Permissible Continuous RPM
: 2420 RPM
(d) Oil Pressure

Minimum
: 22 psi (1.5 bar)
Maximum
: 73 psi (5.0 bar)
Max. in case of Cold-start (short-term)
: 102 psi (7.0 bar)
(e) Fuel Pressure

Minimum
: 2 psi (0.15 bar)
Maximum
: 6 psi (0.40 bar)
(f) Oil Temperature

Minimum
: 122F (50C)
Maximum
: 284F (140C)

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(g) Cylinder Head Temperature

Maximum
: 302F (150C)
(h) Fuel Specifications
2.4.2.
Approved Fuel Grades
: AVGAS 100LL
(i) Oil Grades
: Name-Brand Automotive Oil
Propeller
(a) Propeller Manufacturer
: Hoffmann Propeller, Rosenheim/Germany
(b) Propeller Type
: HO-V352F/170FQ
(c) Propeller Diameter
: 1.70 m in (5 ft 6.9)
(d) Propeller Pitch (at 3/4 radius)
: 10 - 35
(e) Propeller Speed Limitations

Max. T/O RPM (max. 5 min.)
: 2550 RPM
Max. Continuous RPM
: 2420 RPM

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2.5.
POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS

Powerplant instrument markings and their color code significance are shown below:
Instrument
Red Line =
Lower Limit
Red Line =
Upper Limit
Tachometer
Oil Temperature
Indicator
122F
122-284F
284F
50C
-
50-140C
-
140C
302F
22 psi
22-73 psi
73-102 psi
150C
102 psi
1.5 bar
1.5-5 bar
5-7 bar
7 bar
Cylinder Head
Temperature
Indicator
Oil Pressure
Indicator
2.6.
Green Arc =
Yellow Arc =
Normal
Operating
Caution Range
Range
950-2420 RPM 2420-2550 RPM
2550 RPM
MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENT MARKINGS
Instrument
Red Line =
Lower Limit
Voltmeter

8-11 Volts
Green Arc =
Normal
Operating
Range
12.5-16 Volts
Yellow Arc =
Red Line =
Upper Limit
Caution Range
11-12.5 Volts
16.1 Volts
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2.7.
WEIGHT
Maximum permissible weight
: 730 kg (1609 lbs)
Maximum permissible weight in the baggage : 20 kg (44 lbs)

compartment
only permissible with baggage harness
2.8.
WARNING:
Exceeding the weight limitations may lead to overloading of the airplane, as well
as degrading of the handling characteristics and flight performance.
CENTER OF GRAVITY
The reference datum (RD) for the center of gravity (CG) calculation is tangent to the
leading edge of the wing at the root rib. This plane is vertical when the fuselage is
horizontal.
Most forward CG (all weights)
: 250 mm (9.84 in) aft of RD
Most rearward CG (all weights)
: 390 mm(15.35 in) aft of RD
WARNING:
Exceeding the center of gravity limitations reduces the maneuverability and
stability of the airplane.
The procedure used to determine the center of gravity is described in Chapter 6.

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2.9.
APPROVED MANEUVERS
This airplane is certified in the NORMAL Category in accordance with JAR-VLA.
Permissible Normal Category Maneuvers:
a)
All normal flight maneuvers
b)
Stalls (except dynamic stalls)
c)
Lazy Eights
Entry speed: 116 kts (215 km/h)
Chandelles:
Entry speed: 116 kts (215 km/h)
Steep turns in which the angle of bank does not exceed 60
NOTE:
Aerobatics are prohibited.
2.10. MANEUVERING LOAD FACTORS

Table of structural maximum permissible load factors:
at vA
at vNE
with fully
ext. flaps
Positive
+4.4
+4.4
+ 2.0
Negative
-2.2
-2.2
WARNING:
Exceeding the maximum load factors will result in overstressing the airplane.
Simultaneous full deflection of more than one control surface can result in
overstressing the structure, even at speeds below the maneuvering speed.

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2.11. MAXIMUM PASSENGER SEATING

Maximum Passenger Seating: one passenger.
2.12. FLIGHT CREW

Minimum Flight Crew: one pilot, aircraft to be flown solo from left seat only
2.13. KINDS OF OPERATION

Flights are permissible in accordance with day visual flight rules.
Minimum Equipment, Flight and Navigation Instruments:
Airspeed Indicator
Altimeter
Magnetic Compass
Minimum Equipment, Powerplant Instruments:
Fuel Quantity Indicator
Oil Pressure Indicator
Oil Temperature Indicator
Manifold Pressure Indicator
Cylinder Head Temperature Indicator
Tachometer
Fuel Pressure Warning Light
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Generator Warning Light
Note: Additional equipment may be required for compliance with specific operational or
specific national requirements. It is the operators responsibility to ensure compliance
with any such specific equipment requirements.
2.14. FUEL
Fuel Capacity
Total Fuel Quantity: 20.1 US gal. (76 litres)
Usable Fuel: 19.5 US gal. (74 litres )
Unusable Fuel: 0.6 US gal. ( 2 litres)

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CHAPTER 4
NORMAL OPERATING
PROCEDURES
4.1.
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 4 provides checklists and amplified procedures for the normal operation. For
normal procedures and supplementary information associated with optional systems
refer to Chapter 9. Items written in red can not be done in flight simulator.
4.2.
AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL FLIGHT OPERATION

Unless stated otherwise, the following table contains the applicable airspeeds for
maximum take-off and landing weight. The airspeeds may also be used for lower flight
weights.
TAKE-OFF
V IAS
kts
mph
km/h
Climb Speed during normal take-off for 15 m (50 ft) obstacle
57
66
106
Best Rate-of-Climb speed at sea level vy (Wing Flaps T/O)
65
75
120
Best Angle-of-Climb speed at sea level vx (Wing Flaps T/O)
57
66
106
LANDING
V IAS
kts
mph
km/h
Approach speed for normal landing. Wing Flaps in landing position
57
66
106
Balked landing climb speed, Wing Flaps in landing position
57
66
106
Maximum demonstrated crosswind speed during take-off and landing
15
17
27
CRUISE
V IAS
kts
mph
km/h
Maximum permissible speed in rough air vNO
118
135
218
Maximum permissible speed with full control surface deflections vA
104
120
193
Maximum permissible speed with Wing Flaps extended vFE
81
93
150

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4.4.
NORMAL OPERATION CHECKLIST
4.4.1.
Preflight Inspection
I. In-Cabin Check
I.
Structural Temperature Indicator
2.
Airplane Documents
Check that temperature does not

exceed 55C (131F)
Checked
3.
Flight Controls Lock
Removed
4.
Flight Controls
Check proper direction of movement
5.
Ignition Key
Pulled out
6.
Carburetor Heat
Free, OFF
7.
Cabin Heat
Free
8.
Choke
Free, self-resetting
9.
Parking Brake
Free
10.
Throttle
Free, IDLE
11.
Propeller Speed Control Lever
Free, max RPM
12.
Master Switch (Battery)
ON
13.
Warning Lights (Gen, Fuel Press,
Illuminated
14.
Fuel Quantity
Sufficent
15.
Engine Gauges, Ammeter and Voltmeter Check
16.
Circuit Brakers
Pressed in
17.
Map Light
Operational
18.
Instrument Lights
Operational and dimmable
19.
Trim
NEUTRAL
20.
Wing Flaps (Indicator and Flap Actuation) Check extend and retract fully
21.
Trim and Flap Indication Lights
Operational and dimmable
22.
Exterior Lights
Operational as required
23.
OFF
24.
Foreign Object Inspection
Done
25.
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)

EBC Model 502
EBC Model 102A
ARM
OFF
26.
Fire Extinguisher
Check
27.
Baggage
Stowed, baggage net attached
28.
Canopy
Clean, undamaged

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II. Walk Around Check and Visual Inspection
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Visually inspect for the following conditions: Defects, contamination, cracks,

delaminations, excessive play, insecure or improper mounting and general
condition. Additionally, check the control surfaces for freedom of movement.
Set PARKING brake prior to removing wheel chocks
1. Left Main Landing Gear

a)
Landing Gear Strut
visual inspection
b)
Wheel Fairing
visual inspection
c)
Tire Pressure (33 psi / 2.3 bar)
check
d)
Tire, Wheel, Brake
visual inspection
e)
Wheel Chocks
remove
2. Left Wing
a)
Entire Wing
visual inspection
b)
Stall Warning
check (suck on opening)
c)
Pitot-Static Probe
clean, holes open
d)
Tie down
remove
e)
Taxi and Landing Lights
visual inspection
f)
Wing Tip, Position Lights and Strobe
visual inspection
g)
Aileron Balancing Weight
visual inspection
h)
Aileron including Inspection Panel
visual inspection
Wing Flap including Inspection Panel
visual inspection
i)

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3. Fuselage
a)
Skin
visual inspection
b)
Tank Vent
check
c)
Tank Drain
drain water
d)
Fuel Quantity
visual inspection (use fuel pipette)
e)
Antennas
visual inspection
4. Empennage
a)
Stabilizers and Control Surfaces
visual inspection
b)
Tie down
remove
c)
Trim Tabs
visual inspection
5. Right Wing
a)
Entire Wing
visual inspection
b)
Wing Flap including Inspection Panel
visual inspection
c)
Aileron including Inspection Panel
visual inspection
d)
Aileron Balancing Weight
visual inspection
e)
Wing Tip, Position Lights and Strobe
visual inspection
f)
Tie down
remove
6. Right Main Landing Gear

a)
Landing Gear Strut
visual inspection
b)
Wheel Fairing
visual inspection
c)
check
d)
Tire, Wheel, Brake
visual inspection
e)
Wheel Chocks
remove

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3. Fuselage
a)
-Oil
-Coolant
check level by using dip-stick.

min / max range is indicated by flat
area
Level must be between dip-stick
markings, refill if required.
b)
Cowling
visual inspection
c)
Air Intakes (five)
free
d)
Propeller
visual inspection, Ground Clearance;

minimum: approx. 25 cm (10 in).
e)
Propeller Blades
perform Pitch Check by Hand
f)
Spinner
visual inspection
g)
Nose Gear
visual inspection
h)
Wheel Fairing
visual inspection, towbar removed
i)
check
j)
Tire and Wheel
visual inspection
k)
Wheel Chocks
remove

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4.4.2.
Before Starting Engine

1.
Preflight Inspection
performed
2.
Pedals
adjust, lock
3.
Passenger Briefing
performed
4.
Safety Belts
fasten
5.
Parking Brake
set
6.
Controls
free
7.
Fuel Shut-off Valve
OPEN
8.
Carburetor Heat
OFF
9.
Throttle
IDLE
10.
max. RPM
11.
Friction Device of Throttle Quadrant
adjust
12.
Avionics Master Switch
OFF
13.
Master Switch (Battery/Generator)
ON
14.
illuminated
15.
illuminated
16.
Exterior Lights
as required
17.
Instrument Panel Lighting
as required
18.
Canopy
Close and Secure
19.
Canopy Locking Warning Light
OFF
NOTE:

Under certain circumstances, activation of the fuel pressure warning

light might take as long as 10 minutes after shutting down the engine or
switching off the electric fuel pump.
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4.4.3.
Starting Engine
NOTE:
Extreme low temperatures require that the engine be preheated prior to engine
start. Satisfactory engine starts have been demonstrated at -31F (-35C) OAT
after a 2 hour preheat with the Tannis TAS100-27 preheat system.
1.
Electric Fuel Pump
ON (noise of pump audible)
2.
OFF
3.
Throttle - Cold Start

- Warm Engine
IDLE
approximately 3/4 in (2 cm) forward
4.
Choke - Cold Start

- Warm Engine
ON, fully pulled and hold

OFF
5.
Toe Brakes
Hold
6.
Propeller Area
Clear
WARNING:
Ensure that propeller area is clear!

7.
Ignition Key
START
NOTE:
During extreme cold weather starts, hold the choke on until the engine starts to
warm up.
8.
Choke
OFF
9.
Throttle
maximum 1500 RPM
Oil Pressure
within green range after max. of 10 sec.
10.
!
!
!
CAUTION:
If Oil Pressure is below 12 psi (0.8 bar) shut down engine immediately (max. 10
seconds delay).
NOTE:
Oil Pressure may advance to the yellow arc until Oil Temp. reaches normal
operating temperatures.
NOTE:
Activate starter for max. 10 sec. only, followed by a cooling period of 2 min.
11.
OFF
12.
Exterior Lights
as required
13.
Electric Fuel Pump
OFF

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4.4.4.
Before Taxiing
1.
ON
2.
Flight Instruments and Avionics
set
3.
Engine Gauges
check
4.
Voltmeter
check, ensure needle is in the

green arc. Increase RPM to
achieve or turn OFF non-flight
essential electrical consumers
5.
Warning Lights (Gen., Fuel Pr.,Canopy)
push to test
6.
Parking Brake
release
CAUTION:
!
4.4.5.
Warm-up engine to a minimum Oil Temperature of 122 F (50 C) at 1100 to

1500 RPM (also possible during taxi).
Taxiing
1.
Brake
check
2.
Direction Control
check
3.
check
4.
Compass
check
CAUTION:
At high Propeller RPM the propeller may be damaged by loose sand, gravel or
water.

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4.4.6.
Before Take-Off (Engine Run-Up)

1.
Toe Brakes
hold
2.
Safety Belts
fastened
3.
Canopy
closed and locked
4.
OFF (If light illuminates,

maintenance action is required and
flight should not be initiated )
5.
Fuel Shut-off Valve
check OPEN
6.
Fuel Quantity Indicator
check
7.
Engine Gauges
within green range
8.
Trim
NEUTRAL
9.
Controls
free
10.
Throttle
1700-1800 RPM
11.
Cycle 3 times
(RPM drop: 50 - 250 RPM)
12.
Ignition Switch
Cycle L - BOTH - R - BOTH

(Max. RPM drop: 150 RPM)
(Max. RPM difference (L/R): 50 RPM)
(Min. RPM difference (L/R): none, but
RPM drop must be noticeable)
13.
Throttle
1500 RPM
14.
Carburetor Heat
ON
RPM drop: max. 50 RPM;
15.
Throttle
IDLE
16.
Carburetor Heat
OFF
17.
Circuit Breakers
check pressed IN
18.
Electric Fuel Pump
ON
19.
Wing Flaps
T/O
20.
Parking Brake
release

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4.4.7.
Take-off
1.
Electric Fuel Pump
check ON
2.
check ON
3.
Ignition Switch
check BOTH
4.
Carburetor Heat
check OFF
5.
Wing Flaps
check T/O
6.
check max. RPM
7.
Throttle
Check RPM
FULL
2260 RPM to 2385 RPM (DA20-100)
2400 RPM to 2550 RPM (DA20-80)
8.
Elevator - at beginning of rolling
NEUTRAL
9.
Directional Control
maintain with rudder
NOTE:
In crosswind conditions, directional control can be enhanced by using the single
wheel brakes. Note that using the brakes for directional control increases the
take-off roll distance.
10.
Rotate (vIAS)
51 kts / 59 mph / 95 km/h
11.
Climb Speed (vIAS)
57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h (DA20-100)

60 kts / 69 mph / 111 km/h (DA20-80)
CAUTION:
For the shortest possible take-off distance to clear a 15 m (50 ft) obstacle:
Lift-off Speed (vIAS)
Climb Speed (vIAS)
54 kts / 62 mph / 100 km/h

57 kts / 66 mph / 95 km/h
57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h
60 kts / 69 mph / 111 km/h
(DA20-100)
(DA20-80)
(DA20-100)
(DA20-80)
12.
2260 RPM (DA20-100)

2400 RPM (DA20-80)
(after reaching safe height)
13.
Electric Fuel Pump
OFF
NOTE:
In order to avoid excessive noise, the propeller speed should be reduced to 2260
RPM (DA20-100) or 2400 RPM (DA20-80) as soon as a safe flight altitude has been
reached.

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4.4.8.
Climb
1.
2260 RPM
2.
Throttle
FULL
3.
Engine Gauges
within green range
4.
Wing Flaps
T/O
5.
Airspeed
65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h
6.
Trim
adjust
NOTE:
!
!
The best rate of climb speed decreases with increasing altitude.
NOTE:
Electric fuel pump ON above 13000 ft.
Speeds [vIAS]
Altitude
Flaps T/O
kts
mph
km/h
kts
mph
km/h
0 - 4.000
65
75
120
69
79
128
4.000 - 7.000
63
73
117
65
76
120
7.000 - 10.000
62
71
115
above 10.000
59
68
110
feet
4.4.9.
Flaps UP
Cruise
1.
Throttle
as required
2.
1700 - 2260 RPM
NOTE:
!
!
For favorable manifold pressure/RPM combinations refer to Chapter 5.
NOTE:
Electric fuel pump ON above 13000 ft.
3.
Wing Flaps
UP
4.
Trim
as required
5.
Engine Gauges
check

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4.4.10. Descent
1.
adjust
2.
Throttle
as required
3.
1700 - 2260 RPM
4.
Carburetor Heat
as required
NOTE:
To achieve a fast descent:

Propeller Speed Control Lever 2260 RPM
Throttle
IDLE
Carburetor Heat
ON
NOTE:
If RPM drops and then rises, suspect carburetor icing and leave Carb Heat
ON. Otherwise turn Carb Heat OFF.
Wing Flaps
Airspeed
UP
118 kts / 135 mph / 218 km/h
4.4.11. Landing Approach

1.
Seat Belts
fastened
2.
Electric Fuel Pump
ON
3.
Lights
as required
4.
check ON
5.
Ignition Switch
check BOTH
6.
Carburetor Heat
ON
NOTE:
If RPM drops and then rises, suspect carburetor icing and leave Carb Heat ON.
Otherwise turn Carb Heat OFF.
7.
Throttle
as required
8.
Airspeed
max. 81 kts / 93 mph / 150 km/h
9.
Wing Flaps
T/O
10.
Trim
as required
11.
max. RPM
12.
Wing Flaps
LDG
13.
Approach Speed
57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h
CAUTION:
For strong headwind, crosswind, danger of wind-shear or turbulence, a higher
approach speed should be selected.

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4.4.12. Balked Landing

1.
max. RPM
2.
Throttle
FULL
3.
Carburetor Heat
OFF
4.
Wing Flaps
T/O
5.
Airspeed
57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h
4.4.13. After Landing

1.
Throttle
as required
2.
Wing Flaps
UP
3.
Carburetor Heat
OFF
4.
Exterior Lights
as required
5.
Electric Fuel Pump
OFF
4.4.14. Engine Shut-down
1.
Throttle
IDLE
2.
Parking Brake
set
3.
ELT
Check (by listening to

121.5 MHZ for signal)
4.
OFF
5.
Electric Consumers
OFF
6.
Ignition Switch
OFF
7.
Instrument Panel Lighting
OFF
8.
OFF
9.
Tie Downs and Wheel Chocks
as required
NOTE:
In case of post ignition due to hot weather conditions, the ignition should
be switched on, choke pulled and after approximately 3 seconds, ignition
should be turned off again.
4.4.15. Flight in Rain
NOTE:
Flight performance might be reduced, especially for the T/O-distance and the
maximum horizontal air speed. The influence on flight characteristics of the
airplane is negligible. Flights through heavy rain should be avoided due to the
reduced visibility.

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< Performance
CHAPTER 5
PERFORMANCE
5.1.
Introduction
The performance tables and diagrams on the following pages have been prepared to
illustrate the performance you may expect from your airplane as well as to assist you in
precise flight planning. The data presented in these tables and diagrams has been
derived from test-flights using an airplane and engine in good operating condition, and
was corrected to standard atmospheric conditions (15 C (59 F) and 1013.25 mbar
(29.92 in. Hg) at sea level ).
The performance tables do not take into account the expertise of the pilot or the
maintenance condition of the airplane. The performance illustrated in the tables can be
achieved if the indicated procedures are followed and the airplane is in good
maintenance condition. Note that the flight duration data does not include a fuel reserve.
The fuel consumption during cruise is based on propeller RPM and manifold pressure
settings. Some undefined variables such as the operating condition of the engine,
contamination of the aircrafts surface, or turbulence could have influences on flight
distance and flight duration. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that all available
data is used when calculating the required amount of fuel for a flight.
For flight operation without wheel fairings the resulting performance variations is given
in %.
5.2.
USE OF PERFORMANCE TABLES AND DIAGRAMS

The performance data is shown in the form of tables and diagrams to illustrate the
influence of the different variables. These tables contain sufficiently detailed information
to plan any flight with the necessary precision and safety on the conservative side.

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< Performance
5.3.
PERFORMANCE TABLES AND DIAGRAMS
5.3.1.
Figure 5.1: Airspeed System Calibration

Assumes zero indicator error
VCAS [kts]
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
80
UP
70
T/O, LDG
60
50
40
40
50
60
70
80
90
100 110 120 130 140 150 160
VIAS [kts]
Example:
vIAS = 93 kts equals vCAS = 95 kts

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< Performance
5.3.2.A Figure 5.2A: Cruising Performance DA20-80

Revolutions per Minute: RPM * 100
Pressure
Altitude
Standard
Temp.
Engine power as % of max. continuous power

55%
[F] ([C]) RPM
65%
75%
[ft]
[m]
MP
RPM
MP
RPM
MP
59 (15)
19
24.7
21
25.3
22
26.3
2000
600
52 (11)
19
24.0
21
24.7
22
25.7
4000
1200
45 (7)
19
23.3
21
24.0
22
25.0
6000
1800
37 (3)
19
23.0
21
23.7
23
23.7
8000
2400
30 (-1)
20
21.3
23
21.7
24
22.0
10000
3000
23 (-5)
21
20.0
24
20.3
---
---
12000
3600
16 (-9)
22
18.7
---
---
---
---
13000
4000
12 (-11)
23
17.3
---
---
---
---
Consumption (per hour):
Pressure
Altitude
3.25 US gal.
(12.3 liters)
Standard
Temp.
3.83 US gal.
(14.5 liters)
4.39 US gal.
(16.6 liters)
Engine power as % of max. continuous power

85%
104%
[ft]
[m]
MP
RPM
MP
RPM
MP
59 (15)
23
27.7
24
28.3
25.5
29.7
2000
600
52 (11)
23
27.0
24
27.7
---
---
4000
1200
45 (7)
24
25.3
---
---
---
---
Consumption (per hour):
[F] ([C]) RPM
95%
5.10 US gal.
(19.3 liters)
6.00 US gal.
(22.7 liters)
6.52 US gal.
(24.7 liters)
To maintain constant performance at non standard temperature gradient:

Raise manifold pressure by 0.7 in.Hg at ISA + 18 F (10 C)
Lower manifold pressure by 0.7 in.Hg at ISA - 18 F (10 C)
NOTE: To keep engine wear to a minimum, engine operation below

1900 RPM is not recommended.

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< Performance
5.3.2.B Figure 5.2B: Cruising Performance DA20-100

Pressure
altitude
Ft.
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
10000
12000
13000
M
0
600
1200
1800
2400
3000
3600
4000
Pressure
altitude
Ft.
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
M
0
600
1200
1800
2400
Pressure
altitude
Ft.
0
2000
4000
6000
M
0
600
1200
1800
Standard
Temp.
C
15
11
7
3
-1
-5
-8
-11
F
59
52
45
38
31
24
17
12
Engine Power in % of maximum continuous power

RPM
X100
19
19
19
20
21
22
22.6
22.6
55%
MP Fuel Flow
In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr
24.7 13.6 3.6
24.0 14.4 3.8
23.3 15.6 4.1
22.0 16.8 4.4
21.0 18.0 4.8
19.7 19.2 5.1
18.0* 20.4* 5.4*
17.0* 21.5* 5.7*
RPM
X100
20
20
21
22
22
22.6
65%
MP Fuel Flow
In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr
25.7 15.6
4.1
24.7 16.0
4.2
23.3 16.8
4.4
22.7 19.6
5.2
21.7 21.2
5.6
20.3* 22.4* 5.9*
RPM
X100
21
22
22.6
22.6
22.6
75%
MP Fuel Flow
In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr
27.0 18.0 4.8
25.7 18.4 4.9
24.3 19.6 5.2
23.3 23.2 6.1
22.0* 23.6* 6.2*
RPM
X100
22.6
22.6
22.6
85%
MP Fuel Flow
In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr
27.7 22.0
5.8
26.7 22.4
5.9
25.7* 25.2* 6.7*
Standard
Temp.
C
15
11
7
3
-1
F
59
52
45
38
31
Standard
Temp.
C
15
11
7
3
F
59
52
45
38
Maximum Continous
Maximum Take-Off
Power
Power
RPM MP Fuel Flow RPM MP Fuel Flow
X100 In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr X100 In.Hg L/hr Gal/hr
22.6 28.3 26.0 6.9
23.8 29.7* 30.0 7.9*
22.6 27.7* 26.8* 7.1*
22.6 25.7* 25.2* 6.7*
Fuel flow is given in US-gal.

Data labelled * give a basis for interpolation. These values may not be attained at the
stated altitude.
To maintain constant performance at non standard temperature gradient:
Raise manifold pressure by 0.7 in.Hg at ISA + 18 F (10 C)
Lower manifold pressure by 0.7 in.Hg at ISA - 18 F (10 C)
NOTE: To keep engine wear to a minimum, engine operation below

1900 RPM is not recommended.

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5.3.3.
< Performance
Figure 5.3: Stall Speeds

Configuration:
Idle, most forward center of gravity, max. weight (this is the most adverse configuration)
Stall speeds in kts

Bank Angle
Flaps
30
45
60
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
UP
41
50
46
53
55
59
69
70
T/O
39
46
44
49
51
54
63
65
LDG
37
33
41
47
49
52
59
62
Stall speeds in mph

Bank Angle
Flaps
30
45
60
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
UP
47
57
53
62
63
68
79
81
T/O
45
52
51
56
59
62
72
75
LDG
43
50
47
54
56
60
68
72
Stall speeds in km/h

Bank Angle
Flaps
30
45
60
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
IAS
CAS
UP
76
93
85
99
101
109
127
130
T/O
72
84
81
91
94
100
117
120
LDG
69
81
76
87
91
96
109
115

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5.3.4.
< Performance
Figure 5.4: Wind Components

Maximum demonstrated crosswind component: 15 kts (27 km/h)
[kts]
20
10
20
30
FLIGHT DIRECTION
cti
on
p
ds
d
wi
nd
s
kt
an
in
ee
f lig
n
wi
15
50
ire
30
40
ht
d
[km/h]
60
10
be
an
gl
e
70
max. demonstrated crosswind
tw
e
en
10
10
HEADWIND COMPONENT
20
80
90
100
5
110
10
170 160
150
140
130
120
[kts]
10
10
15
20
[km/h]
20
30
Example:
Wind speed:
Angle between wind direction and flight direction:
Headwind component:
Crosswind component:
11 kts (20 km/h)

30
9.5 kts (18 km/h)
5.5 kts (10 km/h)
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5.3.5.A Figure 5.5A: Take-Off Distance DA20-80

Conditions:
- maximum take-off power
- lift-off speed 57 KIAS and speed for climb over obstacle 60 KIAS
- level runway, paved
- Wing Flaps in Take-Off Position (T/O)
68
86 104
1600
1490
1380
16
33
49
[m]
[ft]
1000
3200
3000
900
2800
800
2600
2400
700
pr 4.0
e s 00
su f
re t
alt
.
2200
2000
600
1800
ft
0 alt.
00 e
2 . su r
es
r
p
t
0f
500
1600
1400
400
1200
1000
300
800
0
-20
20
40
Outside Air Temperature [C]
725 700 675 650 650

Aircraft Weight [kg]
10 15
Headwind
Component [kts]
10 15
Obstacle
Height [m]
200
[m]
[ft]
Example:
- Pressure altitude:
- Outside temperature:
- Weight :
- Wind:
3000 ft
15 C (59 F)
675 kg(1488 lbs)
10 kts
- Take-Off roll distance:

- Take-Off distance to clear a 15 m (50 ft) obstacle:
330 m(1080 ft
470 m(1540 ft)
Result:
NOTE: Poor maintenance condition of the airplane, deviation from the

given procedures as well as unfavorable outside conditions (i.e.

high temperature, rain, unfavorable wind conditions, including
cross wind) could increase the take-off distance considerably. For
take-off from dry, short-cut grass covered runways compared to
paved runways, a 25% increase in take-off roll distance must be
taken into account.
On soft grass covered runways with grass deeper than 10 cm, (4
in) the take-off roll distance might be increased by as much as
40%.
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Take-Off Distance
8
pre .000 ft
ssu
re a
lt.
50
pre 6.000
ssu ft
re
alt.
32
1
pre 0.000
ssu ft
re a
lt.
15
Obstacle Height [ft]
Aircraft Weight [lbs]
Outside Air Temperature [F]
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< Performance
5.3.5.B Figure 5.5B: Take-Off Distance DA20-100

Conditions:
- maximum take-off power
- lift-off speed 53 KIAS and speed for climb over obstacle 57 KIAS
- level runway, paved
- Wing Flaps in Take-Off Position (T/O)
86 104
1600
1490
1380
16
33
49
[m]
[ft]
1000
3200
3000
900
2800
800
2600
2400
700
pr 4.0
e s 00
su f
re t
alt
.
2200
2000
600
1800
ft
0 alt.
00 e
2 . su r
es
r
p
t
0f
500
1600
1400
400
1200
1000
300
800
0
-20
+20
+40
Outside Air Temperature [C]
725 700 675 650 650

Aircraft Weight [kg]
10 15
Headwind
Component [kts]
10 15
Obstacle
Height [m]
200
[m]
Example:
- Pressure altitude:
- Outside temperature:
- Weight :
- Wind:
3000 ft
15 C (59 F)
675 kg(1488 lbs)
10 kts
- Take-Off roll distance:

- Take-Off distance to clear a 15 m (50 ft) obstacle:
299 m (980 ft)

427 m (1400 ft)
Result:

given procedures as well as unfavorable outside conditions (i.e.

high temperature, rain, unfavorable wind conditions, including
cross wind) could increase the take-off distance considerably. For
take-off from dry, short-cut grass covered runways compared to
paved runways, a 25% increase in take-off roll distance must be
taken into account.
On soft grass covered runways with grass deeper than 10 cm,
(4 in) the take-off roll distance might be increased by as much as
40%.
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[ft]
Take-Off Distance
68
8
pre .000 ft
ssu
re a
lt.
50
pre 6.000
ssu ft
re
alt.
32
1
pre 0.000
ssu ft
re a
lt.
15
Obstacle Height [ft]
Aircraft Weight [lbs]
Outside Air Temperature [F]
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5.3.6.A Figure 5.6A: Climb Performance / Cruising Altitudes DA20-80

Max. Cruising Altitude (in standard conditions):
13120 ft (4000 m)
Best Rate-of-Climb Speed with Wing Flaps in

Take-Off Position (T/O):
65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h
Temperature [C]
-20
-10
+10
+20
+30
18000
16000
m/Sec
14000
0.5
10000
D TE
2.0
8000
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
1433lbs/650kg
E
TUR
ERA
MP
Pressure Altitude [ft]
1.5
R
NDA
STA
12000
1.0
6000
1544lbs/700kg
1609lbs/730kg
4000
2000
0
-2000
-4
+14
+32
+50
+68
+86
100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
ft/Min
Temperature [F]
Example:
Pressure Altitude:
OAT:
Weight :
5000 ft (1524 m)
8 C (46 F)
670 kg (1477 lbs)
Result:
Climb performance:
490 ft/min (2.5 m/s)
CAUTION:

In case of operation without wheel fairings the climb

performance is reduced by approximately 3%.
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< Performance
5.3.6.B Figure 5.6B: Climb Performance / Cruising Altitudes DA20-100

Max. Cruising Altitude (in standard conditions):
17600 ft (5365 m)
Best Rate-of-Climb Speed with Wing Flaps in

Take-Off Position (T/O):
65 kts / 75 mph / 120 km/h
-4
Temperature [F]
+32
+50
+14
+68
+86
18000
Standard Temperature
16000
14000
0.5
12000
1.0 1.5
2.0
m/Sec
2.5 3.0
3.6 4.1 4.6 5.1
10000
8000
1433lbs/650kg
1543lbs/700kg
6000
4000
1609lbs/730kg
2000
1653lbs/750kg
0
-2000
100
-20
-10
0
+10
Temperature [C]
+20
+30
200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000

ft/Min
Example:
Pressure Altitude:
OAT:
Weight :
5000 ft (1524 m)
8 C (46 F)
670 kg (1477 lbs)
Result:
Climb performance:
554 ft/min (2.82 m/s)
CAUTION:


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< Performance
5.3.8.A Figure 5.8A: Cruising Speed (True Airspeed)DA20-80

Diagram for true airspeed (TAS) calculation at selected power level.
Temperature [C]
-20
-10
+10
+20
+30
18000
Flight Mass 1609 lbs (730 kg), foremost CG,

Flaps UP, Aircraft in good condition.
16000
True Airspeed [km/h]

140 150 160 170
14000
6000
8000
210 220
60
10000
190 200
65
4000
75
55
RE
ATU
PER
TEM
ARD
ND
STA
12000
180
85
2000
95
0
-2000
80
-4
+14
+32
+50
+68
+86
90
100
110
120
True Airspeed [knots]
Temperature [F]
Example:
Pressure altitude:
Temperature:
Power setting:
9500 ft
14 C (57 F)
60 %
Result:
True airspeed (TAS):
104.2 kts (193 km/h)
CAUTION:

In case of operation without wheel fairings the maximum

cruising speed is reduced by proximately 5%.
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< Performance
5.3.8.B Figure 5.8B: Cruising Speed (True Airspeed)DA20-100

Diagram for true airspeed (TAS) calculation at selected power level.
Flight Mass 1609 lbs (730 kg), foremost CG,

Flaps UP, Aircraft in good condition.
Temperature [C]
-20
-10
+10
+20
14000
True Airspeed [km/h]
170 180
190
200
210
220
230
240
250
125 130
135
T
ARD
ND
STA
12000
10000
8000
55
6000
RE
ATU
PER
EM
4000
65
+30
85
75
2000
95
0
95
-2000
-4
+14
+32
+50
+68
100 105
+86
110
115 120
True Airspeed [knots]
Temperature [F]
Example:
Pressure altitude:
Temperature:
Power setting:
9500 ft
14 C (57 F)
55 %
Result:
True airspeed (TAS):
116 kts (215 km/h)
CAUTION:

In case of operation without wheel fairings the maximum

cruising speed is reduced by proximately 5%.
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< Performance
5.3.9.A Figure 5.9A: Maximum Flight Duration DA20-80

Diagram for calculation of the maximum flight duration depending on fuel availability.
Max. usable fuel 19.5 US gal [74 liters]
%
95
Fuel quantity in litres
70
60
85
75
65
55
20
16
50
12
40
8
30
20
4
10
0
0
3
4
Flight time, no reserve
Example:
Fuel quantity:
Power Setting:
Result:
Possible flight time without reserve:

3:28 h:min
Possible flight time with reserve of 45 mins: 2:43 h:min

hrs.
50 litres(13.2 US gal)
65%
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Fuel quantity in US gallons
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< Performance
5.3.9.B Figure 5.9B: Maximum Flight Duration DA20-100

Diagram for calculation of the maximum flight duration depending on fuel availability.
Flight time (hour), 45 minute reserve

1 1/4
2 1/4
95%
/2
0m
60
60
Fuel quantity in litres
00
0f
t
70
18
00
3 1/4
75%
4 1/4
5 1/4
55%
20
ft
00
60
t
t
t
0f ft
0f
0f
0ft
0 0 400
00 00
00
/6
/
/ 4 20
/2
m m / 00m 00m 0m
0
0
2
0 00
8
6
1
1
2
6
1
16
50
12
40
30
20
4
10
0
0
2
3
4
Flight time (hour), no reserve
Example:
Fuel quantity:
Pressure Altitude
Power Setting:
Result:
Possible flight time without reserve:

2:11 h:min
Possible flight time with reserve of 45 mins: 1:26 h:min

50 litres(13.2 US gal)
6000 ft
75%
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Fuel quantity in US Gal
1/4
80
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< Performance
5.3.10.A Figure 5.10A: Climb Performance during Balked Landing DA20-80

Conditions: Speed = 57 kts / 67 mph / 108 km/h
Wing Flaps in Landing Position (LDG)
Weight 730 kg (1609 lbs)
most forward center of gravity
max take-off power
ROC
m/s
ROC
ft/min
700
OA
T
3.0
OA
T
OA
T
2.0
OA
T
1.0
-1 5
600
C
500
0C
+1
5
400
+3
0
300
200
100
0.0
0
500
1000
1000
2000 3000
1500
4000
5000
2000
6000
7000
0
3000 PRESSURE ALTITUDE
Hp [m]
2500
8000
9000

Hp [ft]
Example:
Pressure altitude:
Outside temperature:
Result:
Climb performance during balked landing: 270 ft/min. (1.3 m/s)
CAUTION:

3000 ft
15 C(59 F)

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< Performance
5.3.10.B Figure 5.10B: Climb Performance during Balked Landing DA20-100

Conditions: Speed = 57 kts / 67 mph / 108 km/h
Wing Flaps in Landing Position (LDG)
Weight 730 kg (1609 lbs)
most forward center of gravity
max take-off power
ROC
m/s
ROC
ft/min
OA
T
3.0
OA
T
OA
T
2.0
OA
T
700
-1
5
C
600
0
C
+1
5
500
400
+3
0
300
1.0
200
100
0.0
0
500
1000
1000
2000 3000
1500
4000
5000
2000
6000
7000
0
Hp [m]
2500
8000
9000

Hp [ft]
Example:
Pressure altitude:
Outside temperature:
Result:
Climb performance during balked landing: 330 ft/min. (1.67 m/s)
CAUTION:

2500 ft
15 C(59 F)

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< Performance
5.3.11. Landing Distance

Conditions:
- Throttle: Idle
- Maximum T/O Weight
- Propeller Speed Control Lever: max RPM
- Approach Speed 57 kts / 66 mph / 106 km/h
- Level Runway, paved
- Wing Flaps in Landing position (LDG)
- Standard Setting, MSL
Landing distance over a 15 m (50 ft) obstacle: approx. 454 m (1490 ft)
Landing roll distance:
approx. 228 m (748 ft)
Figure 5.11: Landing and Rolling Distances for Heights Above MSL
Height above MSL
ft.
(m)
0
(0)
1000
(305)
2000
(610)
3000
(915)
4000
(1220)
5000
(1524)
Landing Distance
ft.
(m)
1490
(454)
1550
(472)
1609
(491)
1669
(509)
1728
(527)
1788
(545)
Landing Roll Distance
ft.
(m)
748
(228)
770
(235)
793
(242)
817
(249)
842
(257)
868
(265)
!
5.4.

given procedures as well as unfavorable outside conditions (i. e.
high temperature, rain, unfavorable wind conditions, slippery
runway) could increase the landing distance considerably.
NOISE DATA
DA20-80
a)
Noise limit according to FAR 36, Appendix G: 76.8 dB (A)

Noise value measured: 65.2 dB (A)
b)
Noise limit according to ICAO Annex 16, Chapter 10: 71.9 dB (A)
DA20-100
a)
Noise limit according to FAR 36, Appendix G: 74.7 dB (A)

b)
Noise limit according to ICAO Annex 16, Chapter 10: 78.8 dB (A)

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< Weight & Balance
CHAPTER 6
WEIGHT & BALANCE
6.1.
Introduction
To obtain the performance, flight characteristics and safe operation described in this
Flight Manual, the airplane must be operated within the permissible weight and balance
envelope. It is the pilot's responsibility to adhere to the weight and balance limitations and
to take into consideration the change of the CG position due to fuel consumption.
The following pages are sample forms which can be used for the determination of the
useful load.
6.4.
FLIGHT WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY

The following data enables the pilot to operate the DA 20/100 within the required weight
and center of gravity limitations. The following diagrams,
Figure 6.3
Figure 6.4
Figure 6.5
Weight & Balance Diagram

Calculation of Loading Condition
Permissible Center of Gravity Range
and permissible Flight-Weight-Moment
are to be used for calculations of the flight-weight and the center of gravity as follows:
The empty weight and the empty-weight-moment of the airplane should be taken
from the weighing report or from the weight & balance report and entered into the
form "Calculation of Loading Condition" (figure 6.4) in the columns identified with
"Your DA 20".
Using the Weight & Balance Diagram (see figure 6.3) determine the moment for
each part to be loaded, and enter it in the respective column in figure 6.4.
Add the weights and the moments of each column (point 4 and point 6 in figure 6.4)
and enter the sum in figure 6.5 "Permissible CG Range and Permissible FlightWeight-Moment" to check if the values are within the permissible limits of the
loading range.
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< Weight & Balance
Figure 6.3: Weight & Balance Diagram
10
Load Moment [kg.m]

30
40
20
50
60
600
250
500
200
100
200
Max. Usable Fuel 19.5 US gal (74 litres)
100
ga
Bag
ge
1 lbs
(6.0
1000
per
US g
al/ 0
r
g pe
.72 k
50
liter)
Max. Baggage 44 lbs [20 kg]
2000
3000
4000
Load Moment [in.lbs]
5000
Example:
Pilot and Passenger: 380 lbs. (172 kg)
Fuel 14.0 US gal. / 52.9 litres: 84 lbs. ( 38 kg)
(6.01 lbs. per US gal./0.72 kg per liter)
Result:
Moment of Pilot and Passenger: 2139 in.lbs. (24.6 kgm)
Moment of Fuel: 2725 in.lbs. (31.3 kgm)

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Load [kg]
o-P
il o
&C
150
ot
300
Pil
Load [lbs]
400
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< Weight & Balance
Figure 6.4: Calculation of Loading Condition
Calculation of the
Load Limits
DA 20 (Example)
Weight [lbs]
1.Empty Weight (use the data for your

airplane recorded in the equipment
list, including unusable fuel, lubricant
and coolant).
2. Pilot and Passenger:
Lever Arm: 0.143m (5.63 in)
3. Baggage:
Lever Arm: 0.824m (32.44 in)
4. Total Weight and Total Moment with
empty fuel tank (sum of 1. -> 3.)
5. Usable Fuel Load

(6.01 lbs. per US gal. / 0.72 kg per
litre)
Lever Arm: 0.824m (32.44 in)
6. Total Weight and Total Moment
taking fuel into account (sum of 4.
and 5.)
Weight [kg]
Moment
[in.lbs]
[kgm]
1145
12880
(520)
(148.404)
380
2139
(172)
(24.596)
--
--
(--)
(--)
1525
15019
(692)
(172.000)
84
2725
(38)
(31.312)
1609
17744
(730)
(204.312)
Your DA 20
Weight [lbs]
Weight [kg]
Moment
[in.lbs]
[kgm]
7. Find the values for the total weight (1525 lbs. and 1609 lbs.) and the total moment (15019 in.lbs.
and 17744 in.lbs.) in the center of gravity diagram. Since they are within the limitation range, the
loading is permissible.

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< Weight & Balance
Figure 6.5: Permissible Center of Gravity Range and permissible Flight-Weight-Moment
730
1609
15.35" (390mm)
14.5" (370mm)
13.8" (350mm)
13.0" (330mm)
12.2" (310mm)
(lbs)
11.4" (290mm)
9.8" (250mm)
(kg)
10.6" (270mm)
Permissible Center of Gravity Range
700
1500
650
600
560
1400
1300
1235
12151
140
15000
17500
20000
22500
160
180
200
220
240
260
Permissible Flight - Weight - Moment
24735(in*lbs)
280
(Kg+m)
1) Changes during flight due fuel consumption
>

We recommend to use the Loadeditor which has been installed with

DA20 "Katana" for changing weight and loading. Manipulate the fuel
quantity as usual in the flight simulator aircraft menu.
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< AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS
CHAPTER 7
DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRPLANE
AND ITS SYSTEMS
7.1.
Introduction
This Chapter provides description and operation of the airplane and its systems.
7.2.
AIRFRAME
7.2.1.
Fuselage
The GFRP-fuselage is of semi-monocoque construction. The fire protection cover on the
fire wall is made from a special fire retarding fleece, that is covered by a stainless steel
plate on the engine side. The main bulkhead is of CFRP/GFRP construction.
The metal instrument panel permits the installation of instruments up to a maximum
weight of 25 kg (55 lbs.).
7.2.2.
Wings
The GFRP-wings are of semi-monocoque sandwich construction, and contain a CFRPspar. The ailerons and flaps are made from CFRP and are attached to the wings using
aluminum hinges. The wing-fuselage connection is made with three bolts each. The socalled A- and B- bolts are fixed to the fuselage's root rib. The A-bolt is placed in front of the
spar tunnel, the B-bolt lies near the trailing edge. The two main bolts are placed in the
middle of the spar tunnel (main bulkhead). They are accessible between the backrests
and can be inserted from the front side. A spring loaded hook locks both bolt handles,
thereby securing them.
7.2.2.
Wings
The rudder and elevator units are of semi-monocoque sandwich construction. The
vertical stabilizer contains a folded-top antenna for the radio equipment, the horizontal
stabilizer contains an antenna for the NAV equipment (VOR).

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7.3.
FLIGHT CONTROLS
The ailerons and elevator are actuated via push rods, and the rudder is controlled using
control cables. The flaps have three positions (up [UP], take-off [T/O], and landing [LDG])
and are electrically operated. The switch is located on the instrument panel. In addition
the flap control circuit is provided with a manually triggerable circuit breaker.
Elevator forces may be balanced using the electric trim system.
7.3.1.
Trim System
The Rocker switch is located on center console behind
engine control unit.
The switch controls an electrical actuator beside the vertical
push rod in the vertical stabilizer. The actuator applies via
compression springs a load on the elevator controls. Its
circuit breaker is located in the circuit breaker panel and can
also be triggered manually. Pushing the switch forward will
trim the aircraft nose down.
The digital trim indicator is located in the middle of the
instrument panel.
>
Trim your aircraft via Numpad '7' and '1' on your keyboard, or control the
switches in the 2d panel 'control stand' and the virtual cockpit view with
the mouse.
Keyboard:
Pos1
Nose down
Mouse:
NOSE
DOWN
Left click: Nose down
TRIM
End

Nose up
NOSE
UP
Left click: Nose up
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7.3.2.
Flaps
The flaps are driven by an electric motor. The flaps are
controlled by a three position flap operating switch on the
instrument panel. The three positions of the switch correspond
to the position of the flaps, where the top position of the switch is
used during cruise flight. When the switch is moved to a different
position, the flaps move automatically until the selected position
is reached. The up (fully retracted) and landing (fully extended)
positions are additionally equipped with a limit switch to prevent
overtraveling.
The electric flap actuator is protected by an automatic circuit breaker (3.5 A), located in
the circuit breaker panel, which can also be triggered manually.
7.3.3.
Flaps Position Indicator

The current flap position is indicated by three control lights beside the flap operating
switch.
Wing Flap Position
CRUISE
T/O
LDG
Light
green
yellow
yellow
Degree
0
15
40
Flaps
When two lights are illuminated at the same time, the flaps are between these two
positions. This is the case while the flaps are in motion.
>
Use your keyboard to set flaps, or extend and retract the flaps by
switching the lever in the 2d panel and virtual cockpit with your mouse.
Keyboard:
F5
Retract flaps fully
F6
Retract flaps one notch
2d Panel:
Use right mouse click to
extend, left click to extract
the flaps one notch.
Extend flaps one notch
VCP:
Click and hold the lever, drag
the mouse up to retract and
down to extend the flaps.
Extend flaps fully
The mouse wheel can be

used in both views.
F7
F8

Mouse:
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7.4.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
>
Our Katana uses the two methods offered by the Flight Simulator to
display the cockpit:
2d Panels:
This is the FS standard view, and we hardly recommend to load the
Katana in this view. First, you will be sitting in front of the main
panel. Many further panels can be opened and closed via
clickspots in the panel, the 'panel switcher' or 'SHIFT+#'.
Virtual Cockpit:
The virtual Cockpit is a 3d recreation of the DA-20 cockpit. You can
turn your head with the cooliehat of your joystick, and interact with
the gauges, levers and switches with the mouse.

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7.4.1.
Flight Instruments
The flight instruments are installed on the pilot's side of the instrument panel.
7.4.1.1 The 2d Panel and Subpanels

There are 3 methods to open / close the different subpanels : The most common way to
manage the panels is to press 'SHIFT' and one of the number keys on your keyboard.
Additionally you can also use the clickspots on the panels, those orange colored areas
you will see on the next sides, or the 'panel switcher'.
> Main Panel
11
12
13
14
A
10
24
1
4
25
26
27
28
9
F
E
G
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
15 16 17 18
Airspeed Indicator
Artificial Horizon Ind.
Altimeter
Tachometer
Turn and Bank Ind.
Directional Gyro
Vertical Speed Ind.
CDI
ADF Pointer
Outside Air Temp. Ind.
Clock / Timer
Compass
Trim Ind. Dimmer
Trim Position Ind.
Fuel Pump Switch

23
19
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
20 21
22
Strobe Light Switch

Landing Light Switch
Taxi Light Switch
Nav Lights Switch
Avionic Master Switch
Master Switch
Ignition Switch
Flap Control
KMA 28 Audio Ampl.
KX165A NAV/COMM
KR87 ADF
KT76A Transponder
KN62A DME
Clickspots
A Engine Panel
B Radios
C Control Stand
D Fuel Switch
E Open Canopy
F Open Window
G Panel Switcher
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(SHIFT+2)
> Radio Panel

A
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1
2
KMA 28 Audio Ampl.

KX165A NAV/COMM
KR87 ADF
KT76A Transponder
KN62A DME
ADF Pointer
CDI
Clickspots
A Close Radio Panel
3
4
5
6
(SHIFT+3)
> GPS
For GPS Manual see
FS9 Documentation.
Clickspots
A Close GPS Window
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Clickspots
A Close Engine Panel
(SHIFT+4)
> Engine Panel

A
1
Manifold Pressure
Oil Pressure
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Hobbs
Oil Temp. Ind.
Cylinder Head Temp.
Fuel Indicator
Circuit Breakers
A
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(SHIFT+5)
> Control Stand

3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Power Lever
Propeller RPM Lever
Carb Heat Knob
Cabin Heat Knob
Choke Knob
Parking Brake Knob
Trim Switch
I-Panel Light Switch
Map Light Switch
Clickspots
A Close Control Stand
7
8
9
A
(SHIFT+6)
> Fuel Switch

1. Fuel Switch
Clickspots
A Close Fuel Switch
Window
1. KX165A #2
2. CDI #2
Clickspots
A Close VOR 2
A
(SHIFT+7)
> VOR 2 Panel

1

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(SHIFT+8)
> Panel Switcher

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9.
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6
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7
Clickspots
A Close Panel Switcher
Mainpanel
Radios
Engine Panel
VOR 2
GPS
Kneeboard
Fuel Switch
Control Stand
Switch Passenger
View
A
(Num2, Coolie-Hat backward)
> Passenger View

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Clock / Timer
Compass
Altimeter
Tachometer
Vertical Speed Ind.
CDI
Master Switch
Ignition Switch
Flap Control
Trim Indicator
Annunciatior Light
Canopy Warning Light
KMA 28 Audio Ampl.
KX165A NAV/COMM
KR87 ADF

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17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
KT76A Transponder
KN62A DME
ADF Indicator
Manifold Pressure
Oil Pressure
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Hobbs
Oil Temp. Ind.
Cylinder Head Temp.
Fuel Indicator
Circuit Breakers
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(Num5+Num8, Coolie-Hat forward)
> Approach View
For the description of the instruments, switches etc. please refer to the main panel
section
7.4.1.2 The Virtual Cockpit

E
A
F
C
D
Clickspots
A Open / Close Window
B Open / Close Canopy
C Kneeboard
D Map View

E Open / Close GPS Window

F Open / Close Radio Panel
G Open / Close Engine Panel
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24.
25.
Airspeed Indicator
Artificial Horizon Ind.
Altimeter
Tachometer
Turn and Bank Ind.
Directional Gyro
Vertical Speed Ind.
CDI
ADF Pointer
Outside Air Temp. Ind.
Clock / Timer
Compass
Trim Ind. Dimmer
Trim Position Ind.
Fuel Pump Switch
Strobe Light Switch
Landing Light Switch
Taxi Light Switch
Nav Lights Switch
Avionic Master Switch
Master Switch
Ignition Switch
Flap Control
KMA 28 Audio Ampl.
KX165A NAV/COMM

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27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
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36.
37.
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41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
KR87 ADF
KT76A Transponder
KN62A DME
Power Lever
Propeller RPM Lever
Carb Heat Knob
Cabin Heat Knob
Choke Knob
Parking Brake Knob
Trim Switch
I-Panel Light Switch
Map Light Switch
Annunciatior Light
Canopy Warning Light
Manifold Pressure
Oil Pressure
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Hobbs
Oil Temp. Ind.
Cylinder Head Temp.
Fuel Indicator
Circuit Breakers
(not operational in VCP)
49. Fuel Shut-Off Valve
50.
51.
52.
53.
I-Panel Reostat
Stall Warning Horn
Microphone Jack
Air Vent
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7.4.1.3 Instruments
> Airspeed Indicator (ASI)

IAS
160
140
AIRSPEED
Marking
kts
mph
km/h
White Arc
37-81
43-93
69-150 Operation range

with ext. flaps
40
Explanation
Green Arc 41-118 47-135 76-218 Normal operation

range
120
KNOTS
100
Yellow Arc 118-161 135-185 218-298 Maneuvers must be

conducted with
caution and only in
smooth air.
60
80
Red Line
161
185
298 Max. permissible

speed for all
operating modes.
> Artificial Horizon Indicator (ATTI)
Adjust vertical position of the needle :

Left mouseclick: Up
Right mouseclick: Down
PU
LL
CA TO
GE
Cage the Artificial Horizon Indicator with either left or

right mouse button.
> Altimeter (ALT)

10 0
9
8
FEE
T
ALTIMETER
2
29.9
29.8

Tip:
Options > Settings > International
> Units of measure:
Metric
- altitude calibration in 'millibar'
U.S. System - altitude calibration in 'in.HG'
Kohlsman setting knob to calibrate the altitude:

Left mouseclick: Decrease
Right mouseclick: Increase
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> TURN AND BANK INDICATOR

D.C.
ELEC
When wingtip of the airplane symbol aligns with this

marking, the aircraft flies a 360 turn in 2 minutes,
which means the plane turns at 3 per second.
TURN COORDINATOR
2 MIN.
NO PITCH
INFORMATION
> DIRECTIONAL GYRO

33
The heading indicator is based on a gyro, therefore

it drifts with the time, and needs to be aligned before
takeoff and also during the flight
3
E
W 2
7
21
30
Use this knob to calibrate the heading indicator.
12
Left mouseclick: Decrease Heading

Right mouseclick: Increase Heading
18
> VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR (VSI)
10 15
5 UP VERTICAL
SPEED
100 FEET PER MINUTE
20
5
DOWN
10 15

Tip:
Whenever the static port is blocked, the ASI,
ALT and VSI won't work anymore. By
destroying the glass cover of the VSI due
clicking it with the right mouse button, the
instruments will do their duty again.
But take care: The VSI will point up while
sinking and down will climbing!
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> Tachometer
Maximum RPM:
15 20
10
25
RPM
x100
5
3
DA20-80: 2550
30
DA20-100: 2385
35
01388
HOURS
Time the engine has been running.
> Course Deviation Indicator (CDI)

To
0
3
9
24 2
7
33
21
30
12
15 1
8
O
BS
/From
Indicator
Needles
Turn OBS knob to select a VOR radial
Left mouseclick: Decrease Course
Right mouseclick: Increase Course
> ADF
ADF direction pointer
3
E
W 2
7
21
30
33
12
18
Use the knob to turn the Compass Card.

Left mouseclick: Decrease Heading
Right mouseclick: Increase Heading
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> Clock / Timer

Press to display the voltage.
VOLTS
11
12:53:11
GMT LT
SELECT
Start, stop and reset the timer.
CONTROL
Switch between the clock and timer mode.
> Magnetic Compass
> Trim Indicator

DIM
The indicator shows the current position of the trim

tab. For takeoff, set trim to neutral.
TRIM
NOSE UP
The display brightness can be changed with the

switch left of the indicator.
NEUTRAL
BRT
NOSE DOWN
> Outside Air Temperature Display
OAT
+12
Tip:
Options>Settings>International>Units of measure
Metric
- Temperature in C
U.S. System - Temperature in F
> Annunciator Lights / Canopy Locking Warning Light
GEN
FUEL
CANOPY
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> Engine Gauges
20
25
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
15
30
in. hg
10
0 0 1 3 8, 8 h
35
> Manifold Pressure in in.Hg
> Hobbsmeter
lbs./hg. inch
30
0
60
90
Oil
180
150
210 250
120
Oil
300
LTEMPERATUR
LDRUCK
> Oil Pressure in lbs/ in.Hg
> Oil Temperature in F
VOLT
8
10 12 14
16
180
120
210 250
300
CHT
ZYLINDERKOPF
TEMPERATUR
> Voltmeter
> Cylinder Head Temperature in F
FUEL
AMPS
0
60
-
VDO
> Ammeter
60
+
1/4
1/2 3/4
1/1
Ausfliegbar
Usable 74L
> Fuel Quantity

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7.4.2.
Cabin Heat
CABIN HEAT
The cabin heat and defrost system, directs ram air through the coolant
radiator and the heat shroud (located around the muffler) into the heat
valve. The warm air is then directed to both the window defrosting vents
and to the cabin floor. The cabin heat knob, located in front of the center
console, is used to regulate the flow of heated air.
knob pulled = cabin heat ON
>
7.4.3.
The Cabin Heat knob only works in the 2d panel. It can not be operated
in the virtual cockpit.
Cabin Air
The cabin aeration is controlled by two adjustable air-vent nozzles. The two sliding
windows in the canopy can be opened for additional ventilation.
7.5.
LANDING GEAR SYSTEM

The landing gear system consists of the two main landing gear wheels mounted to a selfspring steel strut and a free castering nose wheel. The suspension of the nose wheel is
handled by an elastomer package. The landing gear wheel fairings are removable.
During flight operations without wheel fairings, partially reduced flight performance must
be taken into account (see Chapter 5).
7.4.3.
Wheel Brakes
Hydraulically operated disc brakes act on the wheels of the main landing gear. The wheel
brakes are operated individually using the toe-brake pedals either on the pilot's or on the
co-pilot's side. If either the left or right wheel brake system on the pilots side fail, the copilots brakes fail too. The same applies to a failure on the co-pilots side, in this case, also
the pilots brakes fail.
>
The Katana doesn't have a nose wheel steering. Use differential braking
to control the movement on the ground. If you use a 4-axis joystick, try to
press the brake button together with moving the rudder. Otherwise use
your keyboard:
F11

Left Brake
F12
Right Brake
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7.5.2.
Parking Brake
PARKING
BRAKE
The knob is located on the center console in front of the throttle quadrant,
and is pushed in when the brakes are to be released. To set the parking
brake, pull the knob to the stop. Repeated pushing of the toe-brake
pedals will build up the required brake pressure which will remain in
effect until the parking brake is released.
knob pulled = parking brake is set
>
7.7.
You won't need to apply brake pressure with the pedals. Just use the
knob, or press 'CTRL+.'
BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT
The baggage compartment is located behind the seat above the fuel tank. The baggage
should be distributed evenly in the baggage compartment. The baggage net must be
secured.
!
7.8.
CAUTION:
Ensure that baggage compartment limitations (20 kg max. / 44 lbs) and
aircraft weight and balance limitations are not exceeded.
CANOPY
The canopy is closed by pulling down on the forward handles on the canopy frame.
Locking the canopy is accomplished by pushing forward on the two locking handles on
the left and right side of the frame.
CAUTION:
NOTE:
>
Before starting the engine, the canopy must be closed and locked.
The Master Switch must be ON for the Canopy Locking Warning Light to
be operational.

Open and close the canopy with the clickspots descriped in 7.4. ,
or use 'SHIFT+E' on your keyboard.
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7.9.
POWERPLANT
7.9.1.
Engine
Rotax 912, 4 cylinder, 4 stroke engine, horizontally opposed, liquid cooled cylinder
heads, air cooled cylinders.
Propeller drive via integrated reduction gear (crankshaft RPM in parentheses).
DA20-80:
Displacement:
1.211 litres (73.9 cu.in.)
Max. T/O Power (5 min.): 59.6 kW / 80 HP at 2550 RPM (5800 RPM)
Max. Continuous Power: 58 kW / 78 HP at 2420 RPM (5500 RPM)
DA20-100: Displacement:
1.352 litres (82.5 cu.in.)
Max. T/O Power (5 min.): 100 HP / 73.5 kW at 2385 RPM (5800 RPM)
Max. Continuous Power: 94 HP / 69 kW at 2260 RPM (5500 RPM)
Additional information can be found in the Engine Operating Manual.
The powerplant instruments are located on the instrument panel on the co-pilot's side.
The ignition switch is present in form of a key switch. The ignition is turned on by turning
the key to position BOTH. The starter is operated by further turning against spring load to
the right (position START). The engine is shut off by the ignition switch. Due to the
backlash in the reduction gear, the propeller can be easily turned approximately 30 by
hand. Sudden throttle movements should be avoided to prevent impact load in the
gearbox.
7.9.1.
Carburetor Heat, Throttle, Propeller Pitch Control Lever

The Throttle and Propeller Pitch Control levers are grouped together (throttle quadrant)
on the center console. The carburetor heat knob is located in the front of the center
console.
> Carburetor Heat

CARB HEAT
square knob, in front of throttle in center console

knob pulled = ON
During normal operation the Carburetor heat is OFF (knob pushed IN)
>Throttle
large lever with black conical knobs
lever full forward = FULL throttle
lever full rearward = IDLE

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> Propeller Pitch Control Lever

lever with blue notched knob, right of throttle
lever forward = max. RPM (fine pitch)
lever rearward = min. RPM (coarse pitch)
7.9.3.
Choke
CHOKE
Small black knob below the center instrument panel (self-resetting)

knob pulled = choke ON
>
7.9.4.
FS doesn't support a 'Choke', so this system had to be faked. You can
use the switch, but it will have no effect.
Propeller
The HO-V352F Hoffmann Propeller is used on the DA 20/100 KATANA. The infinitely
variable pitch is hydraulically controlled by a Woodward Governor. When the desired
propeller RPM is preselected, the governor automatically maintains this RPM,
regardless of manifold pressure and airspeed.
7.9.5.
Propeller Governor
Woodward A 210786
7.9.5.
Propeller Pitch Adjustment

Propeller pitch adjustments are made with the propeller pitch control lever located on the
center console (throttle quadrant) to the right of the throttle. Pulling the lever backwards
causes a reduction in RPM. The governor keeps the selected RPM constant regardless
of airspeed or throttle setting. If the engine power level selected with the throttle is
insufficient to keep the selected RPM constant, the propeller blades will move to the
smallest possible pitch.
The propeller governor is mounted on the engine. It is driven directly by the engine. The
propeller governor oil circuit is part of the engine oil circulation system. A defect in the
governor or oil system will cause the blades to run to the minimum pitch position. The
pitch of the blades can be rotated through its pitch angle by hand.

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7.10. FUEL SYSTEM
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Carburetor
CABIN
FUEL COMPARTMENT
Filler
Fuel Quanity
Indicator
Fuel Distribution
Manifold
Oriface
Signal Line
Return Line
Pressure
Sensor
Fuel Pressure
Warning Light
Carburetor
Vent Line
Fuel Drain Valve
Mechanical Fuel Pump

Fuel Drain Tube
Supply Line
Fuel Shut-Off
Valve
Ball Valve
Electric Fuel Pump
The tank, made from aluminum, is located behind the seats, below the baggage
compartment. It holds 76 liters (20.1 US gal.), of which 74 liters (19.5 US gal.) are usable.
The tank filler on the left side of the fuselage behind the canopy is connected to the tank
with a rubber hose. The tank vent line runs from the filler connection piece through the
fuselage bottom skin to the exterior of the airplane .
A finger filter is installed at the bottom of the tank. From there, the fuel is fed to the electric
fuel pump, and from there, through the middle tunnel to the fuel shut-off valve. From the
fuel shut-off valve it is fed to the firewall breach, and further to the mechanical fuel pump.
From there, the fuel reaches the distribution manifold and finally the float chambers of
both carburetors. A return line runs from the distribution manifold to the tank.
Incorporated in the return line is an orifice.
GEN
FUEL

A fuel pressure sensor is installed at the distribution manifold. As

soon as the fuel pressure drops below 0.1 bar (1.5 psi), the fuel
pressure warning light will illuminate.
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7.10.1. Fuel Shut-Off Valve
Fuel Valve
CLOSED
Fuel Valve
OPEN
Fuel Valve
OPEN
Fuel Valve
CLOSED
WARNING:

The fuel shut-off valve should only be closed during engine fire or fuel
system maintenance. After reopening, the locking detent should be
checked to ensure it performs the proper safety function. Otherwise the
danger of operating the airplane with the fuel shut-off valve closed
(engine failure) is possible!
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7.11. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7.11.1. Power Supply
Generator
Failure
50
B+
Generator
Master
L
G
Generator
Over voltage
Sensor
Over voltage
Relay
Electrical Bus
A 12 V battery is connected to
the master bus via the master
circuit breaker (50 Amps). The
40 amp. generator is attached
to the engine near the propeller
hub, recharges the battery via
the generator circuit breaker
(50 Amps).
Both circuit breakers can be
t r i g g e r e d m a n u a l l y. T h e
generator warning light is
activated by the voltage
regulator monitoring circuit and
illuminates when the generator
is not charging the battery.
D5
7.11.2. Ignition System

The engine is provided with two
independent ignition systems.
The two magnetos are
independent from the power
supply system, and are in
operation as soon as the
propeller RPM is greater than
100. This ensures safe engine
operation even in case of an
electrical power failure.
Starter
Relay
50
Battery
Relay
Battery
Master
D5
D4
Start
Switch
Battery
WARNING:
>
R
L BOT
H
START
OFF
If the ignition key is turned to L, R or BOTH, the respective magneto is

"hot". If the propeller is moved during this time the engine may fire and
cause serious or fatal injury to personnel.

Turn the ignition key clockwise with the right mouse button.
Counter clockwise with the left mouse button.
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7.11.3. Electrical Powered Equipment

The individual consumers (e.g. Radio, Fuel Pump, Position Lights, etc.) are connected in
series with their respective circuit breakers. Equipment that does not have switches
installed, and requires a switch, is controlled by rocker switches in the lower left side of
the instrument panel. Refer to Section 7.4 for an illustration of the instrument panel.
7.11.4. Voltmeter
VOLT
8
10 12 14
16
The voltmeter indicates the status of the electrical bus. It

consists of a dial that is marked numerically from 8 - 16 volts
in divisions of 2. The scale is divided into three colored arcs to
indicate the seriousness of the bus condition. These arcs are:
Red
Yellow
Green
Redline
for 8.0 - 11.0 volts,

for 11.0 - 12.5 volts,
for 12.5 - 16.0 volts,
at 16.1 volts.
7.11.5. Ammeter
The ammeter indicates the charging (+) and discharging (-) of
the battery. It consists of a dial which is marked numerically
from -60 to 60 amps.
AMPS
60
-
60
+
VDO
7.11.6. Generator Warning Light

The generator warning light (red) illuminates during:
GEN
FUEL
- Generator failure, no output from the generator

The only remaining power source is the battery (20 amps. for
30 minutes)
7.11.7. Fuel Pressure Indicator
GEN
FUEL
As soon as the fuel pressure drops below 1.45 psi (0.1 bar),
the fuel pressure switch closes, and the fuel pressure
warning light illuminates.
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7.11.8. Instruments
The instruments for temperatures, oil pressure, and fuel quantity are connected in series
with the respective sensors. The electrical resistance of a sensor changes with the
measurable variable, which causes the power to the instrument and consequently the
needle deflection to change. Oil pressure indicator, cylinder head temperature indicator
and fuel pressure warning light are supplied with power through one circuit breaker. Oil
temperature indicator and fuel quantity indicator are also protected together by one
circuit breaker.
7.11.9. Internal Lighting

The internal lighting of the DA 20/100 KATANA is provided by a lighting module located aft
of the Pilots head and on the center line of the aircraft. Included in this module are two
panel illumination lights and one map light. The
switches for the lights are located on the center
INSTRUMENT
MAP
console aft of the Trim control switch. There is a
PANEL LIGHT
LIGHT
dimming control located on the left side of the
instrument
panel for adjusting the intensity of the
ON
panel lighting. As well there is a toggle switch located
on the top center of the instrument panel that controls
the intensity of the Wing Flap and Trim annunciator. A
red LED mounted underneath the instrument panel,
on
the pilots side, is used to illuminate the Fuel Shut
OFF
Off Valve.
>
You may find the map light in the virtual cockpit too bright. It is intended
to lighten the cockpit when it is too much shaded by the flight simulator.
7.12. PITOT AND STATIC PRESSURE SYSTEMS

The pitot pressure is measured on the leading edge of a calibrated probe below the left
wing. The static pressure is measured by the same probe using two holes in the lower
edge and rear edge of the probe. For protection against water and humidity, water sumps
are installed within the line. These water sumps are accessible beneath the left seat shell.
The error of the static pressure system is small enough to be neglected for the measuring
of the altitude. For the error of the airspeed indicating system refer to Chapter 5.
The pitot static pressure probe should be protected whenever the aircraft is parked to
prevent contamination and subsequent malfunction of the aircraft systems relying on its
proper functioning.
7.13. STALL WARNING SYSTEM

When the airspeed drops below 1.1 times the stall speed, a horn sounds in the left
instrument panel. The horn grows louder as the speed approaches the stall speed. The
horn is activated by suction on a hose that leads from a hole in the leading edge of the left
wing to the horn. The hole is marked by a red circle.
The stall warning hole should be plugged whenever the aircraft is parked to prevent
contamination and subsequent malfunction of the stall warning system.

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7.14. AVIONICS
The center of the instrument panel contains the radio and navigation equipment. The
microphone key for the radio is installed in the control stick. There are two connectors for
headsets on the backrest of the seat.
7.14.1 KMA 28
Audio Amplifier/Intercom/Marker Beacon Receiver
Marker Beacon
Indicator Lamps
O M
V
O
L
Receive Audio Selectors
HI
LO
TM
Com1
Nav1
MKR
Nav2
ISO Com2
ALL
BENDIX/KING
PUSH CREW
OFF/EMG
ICS
ADF
DME
AUX
SPR
Mic Selector
COM1 COM1/2
COM2
COM2/1
COM3
TEL
KMA 28 TSO
TRANSMIT
SWAP
Intercom
Volume
Intercom Volume
Use this knob to turn on / off the KMA 28 unit by a click with the left mouse button.
Receive Audio Selectors
Manage the sources you want to hear. Click the Nav1/2, MKR, ADF or DME
pushbuttons to turn on or off the receivers. Every switch has an integrated green LED,
if it illuminated, the receiver is audible. Com1/2 are no pushbuttons, use the Mic
Selector Switch to control the transceivers.
Marker Beacon
Above the Intercom Volume Switch you'll find the visual indicators for the Marker
Beacon Receiver. Audio can be turned on and off with the 'MKR' pushbutton.
>

Some functions of the KMA 28 don't make sense in a flight simulator, or

are even not possible to simulate, for example 'COM3' or 'TEL'. We had
to leave those buttons and switches without a function.
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7.14.2 KX 165A
Active Comm
Frequency
Standby Comm
Frequency
Active Nav
Frequency
Standby Nav
Frequency
BENDIX/KING
KX 165A TSO
121.30
119.55 114.20
STBY
COMM
STBY
NAV
PULL
TEST
PULL
TEST
OFF
TIMER
CHAN
PULL 25K
Channel
Button
MODE
Comm Frequency
Select Knob
On/Off Comm
Volume Knob
PULL OBS
Nav Mode Nav Frequency

Button
Select Knob
Nav Audio
Volume
Control
Comm Frequency
Transfer Button
109.00
Comm Frequency
Transfer Button
Clickspots
BENDIX/KING
KX 165A TSO
121.30
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
119.55 114.20
STBY
COMM
PULL
TEST
OFF
1
4
CHAN
PULL 25K
NAV
PULL
TEST
7
109.00
STBY
10
TIMER
MODE
PULL OBS
Left-click : Turn the KX 165A unit on / off

Tune the Standby Comm Frequency. Right click = increase, left click = decrease.
Toggle the active / standby frequencies
Press to activate / deactivate the Channel Mode
Switch the channels. Right click = next channel, left click = last channel.
Pull to hear ident by a left click.
Tune the Standby Nav Frequency. Right click = increase, left click = decrease.
Toggle the active / standby frequencies.
Toggle the different display modes
Tune the Standby Nav Frequency or OBS.
Right click = increase, left click = decrease.

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COMM Transceiver
Switch the KX 165A unit on or off with the 'Comm Volume Knob'.
Enter the desired standby frequency. Do not use the knob, click on the frequency in the
display instead. Use the 'Comm Frequency Transfer Button' to swap the active and the
standby frequency.
The KX 165A can manage up to 32 frequencies saved to channels.
To program a channel, press the 'Channel Button' for longer than 2 seconds. You'll notice
'PG' and a channel number to be displayed. Select the channel you want to program with
the 'Comm Frequency Select Knob' and press the 'Comm Frequency Transfer Button'.
Now the standby frequency is flashing, and can be altered. To save the frequency to the
channel, press the 'Channel Button' once more.
To select a channel, push the 'Channel Button' momentarily, and choose the desired
channel with the 'Comm Frequency Select Knob'.
NAV Receiver
As long as the standby frequency is displayed, it may be changed via the 'Nav Frequency
Select Knob' or by clicking the frequency on the display.
The Nav Receiver is equipped with different modes. They can be switched by the 'Nav
Mode Button'.
114.20
O
B
S
ACTIVE / CDI MODE
072
The standby frequency is replaced by the

OBS, which can be changed with the 'Nav
Frequency Select Knob'. The vertical
'needle' behaves just like the one of a
mechanical CDI,when it is centered, your aircraft is centered on the selected OBS
course. When no signal is received, or the signal is to weak,' FLAG' will appear at the left
side of the display.
- -I -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -
114.20
295 TO
114.20
1:16
BEARING TO/ RADIALFROM
Pushing the 'Nav Mode Button' will switch

from the 'CDI Mode' to the 'Bearing To
Mode'. The direct course to the station is
displayed followed by a 'TO'. Pressing the
button again switches to the 'Radial From Mode'. 'TO' is replaced by 'FR'.
ET

ELAPSED TIMER
The elapsed timer appears on the right half
of the display. A right click on the 'Nav
Frequency Select Knob' will start/stop/reset
the timer.
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7.14.3 KR 87ADF SYSTEM

STANDBY
Frequency
Annunciation
BFO
Annunciation
STANDBY Frequency
FLIGHT TIME or
ELAPSED TIME
Flight timer and
Elapsed timer
mode annunciation
ANT/ADF
IN USE
Mode Annunciation Frequency
ADF KR 87 TSO
ANT
ADF
BENDIX/KING
Select ANT mode

(out position)
Select ADF mode
(in position)
323
ADF
BFO
BFO
Select
BFO
Button
FRQ
FRQ/
<->
231
FLT/
ET
SET/
RST
Select FLIGHT
TIMER or
ELAPSED TIMER
Frequency
Transfer
Button
FLT
ET
STBY/
TIMER
VOL
OFF
Frequency
Select
Knob
ON / OFF / VOL
Control Switch
Set and Reset
ELAPSED TIMER
ON / OFF / VOL Control Switch

Use this knob to turn on the KR 87 unit by turning it clockwise with the right mouse
button -turn it off by turning the button with the left mouse button.
Frequency Select Knob

100 KHz
1 KHz
10 KHz
A right click increases the frequency, a left

click decreases the frequency.
100 Hz
The active frequency is shown on the left side of the display. A standby frequency is
displayed on the right, as long as 'FRQ' is annunciated. While in the FLT (Flight Time) or
ET (Elapsed Time) mode, the standby frequency is placed in 'blind memory'.
When 'FRQ' is annunciated, the Frequency Select Knob manipulates the stanby
frequency. By pressing the 'Frequency Transfer Button, standby and active frequency
get exchanged.

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Operating Modes
Antenna (ANT) :
- Select/deselect this mode with the 'ADF' button.
- Better audio reception from the station for identification.
- Bearing pointer in the ADF instrument will be deactivated and turn to 90 relative
position.
ADF :
- Select/deselect this mode with the 'ADF' button.
- Bearing pointer shows direction to the tuned station.
BFO:
- Some stations outside the United States are unmodulated. In the BFO mode, the
carrier wave and the associated morse code identifier may be heared.
Flight Timer (FLT):
ANT
323
21:38
FLT
- Selected by pressing 'FLT/ET'. All further activation of the button switches between
Flight Timer and Elapsed Timer.
- The Flight Timer will reset everytime the power is turned off.
- To call back Standby Frequency, press 'FRQ' button.
Elapsed Timer (ET):
ANT
323 00:01:38
ET
- Selected by pressing 'FLT/ET' two times.

- Timer is started by pressing 'SET/RST' button.
- Pressing 'SET/RST' a second time will stop the timer.
- Pressing a third time will reset the timer.
- To call back Standby Frequency, press 'FRQ' button.

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7.14.4 KT 76A TRANSPONDER

Function Selector
Knob
Ident Light
ON
STBY
ALT
OFF
TST
IDENT
KT76A
BENDIX/KING
Ident Button
Set transponder code:

Right click
Left click
=
=
increase
decrease
Operating Modes
OFF: KT 76 is unpowered.
STBY: The unit energized, but does not reply to any interrogation.
ON:
The transponder is able to respond to Mode A and C interoggations.
ALT: The transponder is able to respond to Mode A and C interoggations,

altitude reporting capability.
TST: Initializing self test routine.

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7.14.5 KN 62A Digital DME

3-Position Function Switch: Remote (RMT) Timing
Frequency (FREQ)
Groundspeed/Time-to-Station (GS/T)
RMT FREQ GS/T
92.4 112.30
NM
KN62A DME
MHZ
OFF
BENDIX/KING
ON / OFF Switch
Turn the KN 62A Unit on/off with a left mouse click on the corresponding switch.
Switch between the different modes with the 3-Position Function Switch. A left click
moves the switch to the left, a right click to the right.
26.6 113.00
NM
RMT
DISTANCE
MHZ
FREQUENCY MODE
FREQUENCY
26.6 113.00
NM
MHZ
DISTANCE
26.6
NM
DISTANCE
>
RMT FREQ GS/T
RMT FREQ GS/T

REMOTE MODE
FREQUENCY
83 18
KT
MIN
GROUND- TIME TO
SPEED
STATION
RMT FREQ GS/T

GROUND SPEED /
TIME-TO-STATION MODE

The KN 62A Unit is allways linked to the Nav Receiver Unit (KX165A).
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7.15. EXTERIOR MODEL AND VIRTUAL COCKPIT

The exterior model has been created with the recently released software development
kit, so expect the newest FS9 features to be included in this addon, as they are dynamic
shine, usable switches and levers in the virtual cockpit, rain dropping on the canopy and
much more.
The Katana features 5 levels of detail (LOD) to obtain good framerates, even if you meet
another one during a mulitplayer session.
>
Special features:
Apply and remove tie downs and wheel chocks: wing fold
Open and close fuel cap:
tailhook
Remove engine cowling:
# (spoilers, airbrake)
Note: Maybe you haven't assigned a key to the functions 'wing fold' and 'tailhook'.
You'll find them under Options>Controls>Assignments:
Event: 'Tail hook up/down' and 'Wing fold/unfold'

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NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES

WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST

DESCRIPTION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS

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Virtual cockpit - point of view

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Easy Ground Steering

INTRODUCTION - about Diamond Aircraft

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INTRODUCTION - about the Katana

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES etc.

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means that the non-observation of the corresponding procedure leads

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points out differences between reality and the flightsimulator, or shows

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10.84 m (35 ft 6.7 in)

7.17 m ( 23 ft 6.0 in)

2.11m (6 ft 11.0 in)

Wortmann FX 63-137/20 HOAC

11.6 m2. (125 sq.ft)

Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC):

1.09 m (3 ft 6.9 in)

Sweep of Leading Edge:

Track: 1.90 m (6 ft 2.8 in)

1.75 m (5 ft 8.9 in)

Nose: 1.8 bar (26 psi)

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2.3 bar (33 psi)

1.211 litres. (73.9 cu.in)

59.6 kW (80 hp)

Range of Pitch Angle:

1.70 m (5 ft 6.9 in)

Total Fuel Capacity:

76 litres (20.1 US gal.)

74 litres (19.5 US gal.)

2 litres (0.6 US gal.)

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730 kg (1609 lbs)

Maximum Landing Weight

730 kg (1609 lbs)

Maximum Weight in Baggage

62.80 kg/m2. (12.86 lbs/sq.ft)

Performance Load at Max. Take-off Weight 12.24 kg/kW (20.1 lbs/hp)

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LIST OF DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Above Ground Level

Calibrated airspeed; Indicated speed corrected for installation and

Indicated airspeed as shown on the airspeed indicator.

IAS indicated in knots.

Ground Speed. Speed of the airplane relative to the ground.

True airspeed. Speed of the airplane relative to air. TAS is CAS

Maneuvering speed. Maximum speed at which the airplane is not

Maximum speed with flaps extended.

Speed which must never be exceeded in any operation.

Maximum structural cruising speed which should only be exceeded in

The power-off stall speed with the airplane in landing configuration.

Best angle-of-climb speed.

Best rate-of-climb speed.

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1.11.2. Meteorological Terms