C42 Owner’s Manual (Microlight) Page 5
IKARUS C-42 FLIGHT AND OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Preamble
A record of all amendments is to be found in the front of this manual.
The C42 aircraft is a Microlight, conforming to the definition within BCAR Section S, 1999. To operate the
aircraft the pilot must hold at least a minimum of a Microlight PPL. The aircraft is not to be flown unless it
is registered, carries registration markings in accordance with the CAA requirements, and has a valid
Permit to Fly. The aircraft is to be flown under daytime VFR conditions only.
All Group A (conventional light aircraft) rated pilots should be checked out by an approved instructor
prior to flying this aircraft as it possesses characteristics that are unique to Microlight type aircraft. These
characteristics include low inertia, susceptibility to turbulence and wind gradient and special engine
considerations.
If the Neuform Variable Pitch propeller is fitted then documents reference NAM/C42/001 and
NOM/C42/001 must be considered part of this Owner’s Manual.
If the disabled hand rudder controls are fitted then document reference DRC/C42FBUK/03 must be
considered part of this Owner’s Manual.
If the wheelchair stowage modification is fitted then document reference C42/030 must be considered
part of this Owner’s Manual.
If Beringer brakes are fitted then the Beringer Maintenance Manual must be considered part of this
Owner’s Manual.
If a Ballistic Recovery System is fitted then the Ballistic Recovery System Operation and Maintenance
manuals must be considered part of this Owner’s Manual.
The engine of this aircraft is not certified, and could fail at any time. For this
reason NEVER fly over congested areas or other areas on to which a safe
landing cannot be made in the event of an engine failure. On cross country
flights, ALWAYS keep an emergency landing field in sight.
Changes to the control system, structure, wings and engine are prohibited.
All operating difficulties and e
quipment failures should be reported to Red Aviation.