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Quest Kodiak
PILOTS FLIGHT MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
The Quest Kodiak is powered by the awesome Pratt and Whitney PT-6 Jet Turbine engine, producing a maximum of 750
SHP and a continuous output of 700 SHP. The incredible jet can propel the Kodiak into the air on a short field take-off
and get this huge craft up to 180 knots in short order.
Designed by the Missionary Aviation Fellowship, a Christian based group formed after WWII to help impoverished areas of
the world that needed aid and also to supply Christian Ministries. Their plan was to make a plane that could withstand
the huge amounts of wear and tear that such a plane needs to endure, on a daily basis, for decades. What they came up
with is this 10 seater, high wing configuration aircraft with the airframe of a tank, sporting a dependable jet powerplant
that can run on basic fuels that are found all over the world. The fuselage is also designed for hauling cargo, boasting
248 Cubic Feet of cargo space, and 310 Cubic Feet ‘with’ cargo belly pod fitted.
The Avionics system is the famed Garmin G1000 panel screen system, featuring a complete array of data management,
from various GPS based data and terrain maps, to a complete Avionics sweet for all forms of aero navigation, which is
most needed in the remote reaches of the world. The standard Garmin package presently ordered by most is the Garmin,
G1000 system that uses the S-TEC 5-50X Auto Pilot.
It should be noted that Quest provide a Missionary plane at cost to the MAF for every 10th aircraft they produce. The
MAF Christian Group have already scheduled many missionary plane orders with Quest.
INTRODUCTION
With a Stall speed of 59 knots with full flaps, STOL take-off capabilities, cruise of 150 knots, and a maximum of nearly
190 knots, this is the ultimate Bush plane of today, an adventure aircraft designed to go where no other plane is designed
to go, and endure the roughest elements and locations that can be found. This is the Quest Kodiak.
PERFORMANCE STATS
MODEL FEATURES
Float Plane: The real world Quest Kodiak is fitted with attach points for fitting Amphibian floats. In this model, we have
recreated the actual floats used by the factory, a new composite design that features a state of the art lower hull shape for
superior water surface performance and includes retractable landing gear system.
The new Kodiak for FS features this new Amphibian float set
with as much high detail as possible. Note the dual main
gear , the pylon struts, step beams, and sophisticated
retracting nose gears. The water rudders animate with Water
Rudder command, (Command W in FSX, Shift W in FS2004).
POP UP CONSOLES
These are the new Popup Console Mini Panels that are featured in the new Kodiak FS panel system; Switches
Console, ECU Console, and Fuel Shutoff Console.
The Garmin G1000 glass panel system by Lionheart Creations is designed to be extremely easy on frame rates and easy
to operate. Many of the key elements in the screens can be clicked on and actuated ʻdirectlyʼ via mouse clicking, such as
tuning Freqʼs on the radio system, tuning the Transponder, heading, and many other settings. They also have standard
knob controls as well, giving them dual location ʻcontrolsʼ, for both simple operation as well as the Novice mode of pro
interaction with the panel systems.
Auto Pilot
Heading
Auto Pilot
Altitude Tuner
New code improvements feature lowered resources requirements for the MFD GPS screen. The Refresh Rates are
lowered, a new Map Sleep Mode will shut down the map rendering for added screen performance, a DeClutter selector
allows for 3 versions of renderings of the map, so that only airports can be shown and rendered, and the map is also able
to be set for low memory ʻnight modeʼ with only 2 colors of terrain depicted. The exterior models also feature dummy
screens to also enhance frame rates.
Map Zoom
MFD SCREEN
This is the ʻMap Sleepʼ mode control
that turns off Map Rendering, leaving
Map
the screen black. This is for those
Sleep
that might have frame rate issues
concerning glass screen systems
and large GPS screens.
Set Altitude
Here
Lionheart Creations have been tackling the issues of seeking to improve frame rate issues on ʻGlass Panel Systemsʼ such
as the FS version Garmin G1000 system. We have learned some interesting points of interest on what causes slow
frame rates in Flight Simulator. One fact is that with Flight Simulator ʻrenderingʼ constantly an ever changing ʻmapʼ of the
GPS world on the GPS (MFD) screen, computer resources are being taken up. To aid this, we have created some
interesting little tools.
* DECLUTTER This is a menu button and ʻdetail levelʼ of which lowers the ʻobjectsʼ rendered in the MFD map. To lower
them ʻincrementallyʼ, continue to press the DECLUTTER button. There are 3 lower levels, ending with only airports
being rendered in the GPS Map.
* TERRAIN (NIGHT MODE) This is the original ʻlow memoryʼ version that Microsoft uses in their GPSʼs, going to only 2
color versions of map background, appearing like night, with water being one color, and the terrain being another color,
again lowering computer resources levels.
* MAP (SLEEP MODE) This is a ʻcreationʼ by Lionheart Creations where the Map can be sent to sleep and will not render
any Map components or terrain. The screen, aside from the Engine ECIAS system window, will appear black.
* REFRESH RATES This is another ʻcreationʼ by Lionheart Creations to further ʻenhanceʼ computer performance with
MFD computer screens. This ʻloweredʼ Refresh Rate tune lowers the amount of times a minute that the screen is re-
rendered. (The GPS window is constantly re-rendered as it changes and moves). We have minimized Renderings to
allow for higher frame rates. The result is barely perceptible to the sim pilot.
* EXTERIOR DUMMY SCREENS The exterior Kodiak models now feature ʻfakeʼ or dummy Garmin screens, which
when in spot plane view will even further enhance frame rates, thus localizing the Garmin screens to only the 2D panel
mode, and VIrtual Cockpit modes.
MODEL TYPES
There a large number of model types with interior variations, and each is also supported with optional bellypods or
optional Amphibian float assemblies.
Cargo Model
Ambulance Rescue
Amphibian Passenger
Amphibian Cargo
Amphibian Rescue
10 Models
7 paint scheme themes
70 ʻPossibleʼ combinations
(Note; not all combinations are entered into the aircraft registries)
Paint schemes; Yellow, Red, Orange, Turquoise, MAF, Red Cross, and US Coast Guard.
Lionheart Creations attempt to make all product lines of Flight Simulation aircraft with the highest standards of graphics
excellence. In going down this path, using many textures that are oversized (in the case of FSX) and in 32bit High
Resolution format (such as with FS2004), that some of our aircraft will not perform fast on older, less performance
oriented computer systems and some
ʻless powerfulʼ laptop computers.
INSTALLATION
To install the Kodiak package onto your computer, simply run the Installer. On page 4 of the Installer, you will have a
choice of which version to install. The standard selection will be FS2004. To select FSX, click the flyout button on the
right of the FS2004 select window, and you will then see FSX as well as FS2004 as the options. Select FSX for the FSX
Installation version.
Note that these are both ʻtwoʼ completely different aircraft packages. You ʻcannotʼ run the FSX version in the FS2004
Simulator. And the FS2004 package will not run very well in the FSX Simulator. Make sure you install the correct Sim
version of aircraft into the correct Simulators.
System startup
For doing a cold start in the Kodiak, switch on your Avionics and Battery
power. Switch on the Aux Bus switch as well. Move the red power
Condition lever (looks like a mixture lever near the throttle lever on the
center ECU console) and move that to the 40% position. Set parking
brakes to ʻONʼ with ʻControl / . ʻ Above you are the fuel cutoff selectors for
the wing tanks. Ensure both are on and in the green zone. Click on the
Starter toggle switch between 3 and 6 times. In that amount of time, the
Jet turbine should fire up. Sometimes it only takes 3 toggles, sometimes it
will take a full 6 toggles or clicks. You will then hear the turbine come to
ignite and come to life, and the prop will then spool up.
Taxiing the Kodiak is quite easy. Use about 1/4 throttle to taxi when in
40% Condition Lever mode.
Note: There is not a 3D ʻParking Brake Leverʼ in the virtual cockpit. You will need to use the keyboard to actuate this
feature.
Takeoffs
When preparing to takeoff, you will need to move the Condition Lever to 100%. This is most important. You could
possibly not have enough power to take off without that lever in full forward position. Insure that all doors are closed and
secure. Check lights as needed.
For short field take-offs, you will need to set Flaps accordingly. Flaps in the FS version Kodiak will begin to add moderate
drag as you increase flaps. There are three selections of flaps available, Min, Center, Maximum, and off or none. Only
take off with Min to Center flaps. Do ʻnotʼ use full flaps in a take off maneuver. If doing a ʻgo aroundʼ landing, make sure
to reset flaps to off, Min, or Center selection settings.
Takeoffs Contʼd
Short field STOL take-offs will almost always use at least one notch of
flaps. If your craft is heavy, you might use Center Selection (2 notches) of
flaps.
You ʻcanʼ achieve a semi-radical climb rate with the unique design of the
Kodiak wings and their lift properties. Just do not let you air speed fall
under stall conditions. Note 0-flaps stall is roughly 79 knots, and
maneuvering air speed us 145 Knots.
Flight
When you have achieved your climb-out and are leveling off, adjust your elevator trim wheel accordingly to maintain level
flight. Reduce throttle of the PT-6 turbine to enable a proper cruise speed between 145 and 180 Knots. Do not exceed
187 Knots, as that is your maximum VNE, (Velocity Never Exceed). Keeping the turbine running in high throttle ranges
can take you to overspeed. Please note your airspeed and throttle settings accordingly.
Learn to adjust your prop RPM when in flight mode, to lower your prop Torque value to stay in the green zone on long
cruises. This is done with the blue prop control knob. Torque should ʻnotʼ stay in the red or damage may occur to your
prop, turbine transmission, and even the airframe itself. Always monitor your Torque gauge in the Engine ECIAS window
on the center MFD screen.
Landings
When setting up to land your Kodiak, reduce speed as needed. If coming into
a very short field (short runway) area, you will wish to slow down adequately
ʻbeforeʼ arriving near the airfield. Move your blue prop lever to full forward
(100%) position, lower throttle accordingly. At 138 Knots or less, you may go
to first notch of flaps. This will help you to slow down as well. Note when
using flaps, you will have some lift occur and will need to add ʻdownʼ trim and
or ʻaddʼ some down force to the flight control yokes.
NORMAL LANDING, STANDARD ALTITUDE: You may use full flaps and
make a landing at roughly 60 Knots if not too heavily loaded. When at very slow speeds, ensure you do not stall your
Kodiak. Slower speeds are good for short field STOL landings, but will require delicate attention and balance to your
speed and lift. Learn to get a feel for your plane and when she starts to come close to full stall.
HIGH ALTITUDE STOL LANDINGS: Keep your speed up higher, especially if you are coming in heavy. With full flaps,
you will probably require 85 to 90 Knots speed to maintain good flight.
When making a landing on a rough terrain, unpaved runway, you will wish to keep the nose gear up as much as possible
when having just touched down. This ensures your nose gear will not be structurally compromised. Use reverse pitch
(thrust reverser or Keyboard F2) to slow down with or without using your brakes. On very short mountain runways and
short forest runways, you will wish to use both sources to slow down with. Note, in keeping the nose gear high, you also
ensure not hitting the prop on ground objects, etc. This is a primary reason why the Kodiak is designed with a high nose
gear, keeping the huge 4 bladed prop in a good clearance distance to the ground and possible ground objects such as
tree branches, etc.
Shutdown
When shutting down your Kodiak, set Parking Brakes to ʻONʼ position, (Control / . ). Begin powering down all electrical
systems, such as lights, Air Conditioning, pitot heat, etc. Pull back the red Condition lever to full out or off position.
Above you, turn off the fuel selector levers, ensuring they are in the ʻred zoneʼ. Lastly, turn off main electrical power.
There are three primary power switches at the far left of the panel switch console, one red, and two white. Switch them
off, by Avionics first, then Aux and then primary ʻRedʼ power switch.
When tying down your Kodiak, ensure that you secure the prop as well. You should never allow the prop to ʻfree spinʼ as
this can damage the turbine and also possibly hurt someone that might walk close to the silent spinning prop assembly. If
it hits someone, it could hurt them. Straps are provided that wrap around two of the blades and connect to the turbine
exhaust stacks.
TROUBLESHOOTING
OPTION ONE: On the MFD screen, you will find a small Menu button labeled ʻMapʼ. Select this to turn off your GPS
Terrain map. The system will be in sleep mode, and Flight Simulator will no longer be rendering the sophisticated GPS
window. This will save a large amount of frame rate useage and valuable computer resources. You can also opt for using
ʻDeClutterʼ, (small menu button as well) which will have stages of GPS screen cleanup, where you can lower objects in
the screen to ʻonly airportsʼ, which lowers Rendering needs of the GPS. Third, you can click the ʻTerrainʼ Menu button
which will bring the GPS map into a dark ʻnight timeʼ like mode. This will also not cost alot of system resources and
enable high frame rates.
OPTION TWO: Download the ʻHigh Performance Textures Packʼ from Lionheartcreations.com at the Kodiak website;
www.lionheartcreations.com/Kodiak
TROUBLESHOOTING
KODIAK FACTORY
The factory of Quest Aircraft is located in the beautiful mountains of Sandpoint Idaho. It is said to be an amazing and
inspiring area with many places to explore and see. It is the perfect test environment for such an Adventurer aircraft.
If you are interested in purchasing a Quest Kodiak or wish to obtain more information on these unique aircraft, please
contact them at the sales center
at http://www.questaircraft.com
Phone:
toll free: (866) 263-1112
tel: (208) 263-1111
fax: (208) 263-1511
CREDITS
Inspirational Motivator Who Started this Quest for FS..........................................Maury Pratt, AVSIM.com
Instrumentation and Calibration............................................................................Dwight Furleigh
Technical Assistance.............................................................................................Bill Leaming, Eaglesoft Design Group
Technical Assistance.............................................................................................Felix Rodriguez, freeflightdesign.com
Former Airfile Design............................................................................................Jerry Beckwith
Prayer Warriors.....................................................................................................Eli and Hannah
Inner Faith and Hope............................................................................................Jesus Christ the Messiah!
* Lewis Landing Lights from A2A Gaming Studios for high realism landing lights like you have never experienced before.
* Mindstar Garmin G1000 high detail panel system (said to be the ultimate for virtual G1000 training)
* Epert repainting artist for custom Kodiak paint schemes; "Sean Doran"<air1spd@insightbb.com>
* MegaScenery Earth by PCAviator.com Custom photo real scenery generation for any area on Earth.
* TileProxy for high realism photo real Flight Simulation flying. Search at AVSIM.com
Lionheart Creations is a small design studio that create Virtual Computer For more information, to go;
Generated vehicle designs with its primary focus on virtual simulation addon http://www.lionheartcreations.com
systems such as Microsoft Flight Simulator and hopefully soon, X-Plane 9.
William Ortis was formerly in the Automotive Development industry, having worked for groups such as Land Rovers
famous Range Rover division, Chryslers Desert Proving Grounds in Arizona, and for many smaller firms working with
design and manufacture of vehicles and aircraft, from Shelby Cobraʼs and Ferrari replicas to the unique Sadler Vampire
single place aircraft.
SPIRITUAL MESSAGE
What is an Angel?
What is a Servant of God?
Surely is it not their actions in life, the words they say, the thoughts in their hearts, the paths they take?
A calling might be to simply help an elderly person to cross a busy street, your presence being a great service to aid someone on a
short, dangerous journey.
You might see the opportunity to pray for someone, that a disease will be lifted from them.
And you might decide you wish to journey to a far away land and help a small village of impoverished souls that have barely what
they need to simply survive, souls that yearn for the good in life, souls that have hope and faith and need help to cross a dangerous
point in their life when they seek to grow, to become a better people.