C42 SERIES Pilot Operating Handbook
POH Issue 4 Rev. 5 Page 31 of 91
IV Spiral dive
- Set aileron and rudder opposite to the direction of rotation and pull back
the stick slightly until a horizontal position will be taken
V Loss of elevator control
- With the elevator trim flap, the aircraft can be trimmed to speeds
between 43 and 92 kn (80 and 170 km/h).
- In calm weather conditions it can also be used to try to land the aircraft.
- If in doubt, deploy the parachute rescue system.
VI Loss of aileron control
- Use the rudder to control the aircraft via yaw-induced rolling moments.
- If in doubt, deploy parachute rescue system.
VII Loss of rudder control
- Controlling gentle turns is possible with the ailerons only.
- If possible, perform a field landing in a straight flight.
- If in doubt, deploy parachute rescue system.
VIII Carburettor fire
- Main fuel valve ............................................................................ O F F
- Electrical fuel pump .................................................................... O F F
- Full throttle
- Sideslip
- Follow emergency landing procedures