Aircraft Questionnaire: Diamond DA20/C1
Diamond DA20 · Pilot's Operating Handbook
Overview
This document serves as a comprehensive questionnaire for the Diamond DA20, focusing on various operational and performance aspects of the aircraft. It is designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts to familiarize themselves with the aircraft's systems, performance metrics, and operational procedures. The questionnaire covers critical areas such as weight and balance, fuel management, engine operation, and emergency procedures. It also includes specific performance data and operational limits that are essential for safe flying. This document is particularly useful for new pilots or those transitioning to the Diamond DA20, providing a structured approach to understanding the aircraft's capabilities and requirements.
- Maximum gross weight: 1764 lbs
- Maximum takeoff weight: 1764 lbs
- Maximum landing weight: 1764 lbs
- Normal center of gravity envelope: Minimum Arm 7.95 inches, Maximum Arm 12.48 inches
- Expected climb performance at gross weight: Specific ft/min values based on temperature and pressure altitude
Document
Source
Originally published by epixaviation.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Pilot's Operating Handbook
- Year
- 2023
- Pages
- 4
- File size
- 155 KB
- Publisher
- epixaviation.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Empty weight (lb)
- 1,211
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 1,764
Weight & balance
- Max ramp weight (lb)
- 1,764
- Basic empty weight (lb)
- 1,211
- Max landing weight (lb)
- 1,764
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 1,764
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In this document
General Aircraft Systems
The document outlines the general systems of the Diamond DA20, including its structure, engine, fuel capacity, and electrical system. It specifies that the aircraft has a certain structural temperature limit, details about the engine and fuel types, and the specifications of the electrical system, including voltage and battery details.
Weight and Balance
Key weight specifications for the Diamond DA20 include a maximum gross weight of 1764 lbs, maximum takeoff and landing weight also at 1764 lbs, and a maximum non-fuel weight of 1671 lbs. The document provides a weight and balance table for specific configurations, emphasizing the importance of verifying these numbers with the Pilot Operating Handbook.
Performance Metrics
The questionnaire includes various performance metrics such as expected climb rates, takeoff distances, and glide ratios. For instance, it asks for the expected climb performance at gross weight and specific temperatures, as well as the glide ratio and no-wind power-off glide range.
Emergency Procedures
Emergency procedures are a significant focus of the document, detailing actions to take in the event of generator failure, loss of fuel flow, and electrical failures. It emphasizes the importance of knowing these procedures for safe operation.
Operational Limits
The document specifies various operational limits, including tire pressures, maximum demonstrated crosswind, and stall warning indications. It also discusses the proper use of the electric fuel pump and mixture leaning recommendations.
Safety notes
- Always verify weight and balance calculations before flight.
- Follow emergency procedures as outlined in the document to ensure safety during in-flight emergencies.
Full document text
Aircraft Questionnaire: Diamond DA20/C1 1 Rev 20231123 1. Describe the general systems of this aircraft: a. Aircraft structure – _____________________________________________________________ i. What is the structural temperature limit? ____ °C ii. Where can these ‘limits’ be observed? _______________________________________ b. Engine – _____________________________________________________________________ c. Fuel – Capacity?_____gal, No of Tanks & location? ____________________Usable?_______ gal i. Position & location of fuel drains to sump_____________________________________ ii. Type of fuel permitted?_____________ iii. Fuel flow indication - ______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ d. Oil Type (all weather)? _________________ Sump Capacity? ______ qts e. Electrical system is a _____________v system and supplied by a _________ v battery f. Propeller ________________________________________________________________ g. Heating/ventilation – ____________________________________________________________ h. How are the flaps operated? _____________________________________________________ i. What are some electrical accessories in this aircraft? ___________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ j. Landing Gear – _________________________________________________________________ k. Brakes - ______________________________________________________________________ 2. What is the manufacturer recommendation for leaning the mixture? ____________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 3. What is the ramp weight for this aircraft? _______lbs. 4. What is the maximum take-off and landing weight for this aircraft is ________ lbs 5. Current basic empty weight and arm for this aircraft is? ________ lbs., ______ inches 6. What is the Useful Load of this aircraft? _________ lbs 7. How much payload can be carried assuming maximum fuel on board? ________ lbs. 8. What is the maximum weight permitted in the baggage compartment in normal category? ______lbs 9. The proper main tire pressure is ______ psi, and for the nose wheel it is ________ psi 10. Upon a “Generator Failure” condition, what actions should the pilot take? a. _______________________________________ b. _______________________________________ c. _______________________________________ d. _______________________________________ 11. When should the electric fuel pump be used?_ _ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ a. What is the worst-case fuel burn you can expect at a pressure altitude of 2000ft? ______gph and under what conditions would this occur? ________________________________________ Aircraft Questionnaire: Diamond DA20/C1 2 Rev 20231123 b. What is the ‘best-case’ fuel burn at the same pressure altitude? _______ gph, and under what conditions? __________________________________________________________________ 12. What actions should be taken if “Loss of Fuel Flow/Pressure” occurs? a. _______________________________________ b. _______________________________________ 13. Starter cranking is limited to _____ seconds with _____ minute rest periods between cranking cycles 14. What is the “COLD START” procedure? ____________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ 15. What causes engine flooding?___________________________________________________________ 16. What is the procedure for starting the aircraft if the engine is FLOODED? _________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 17. How do you “HOT START” this aircraft? ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 18. What is the manufacturer’s recommendation for “warming up” the engine oil if cold? ______________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 19. Is it permissible to fly this aircraft into forecast/known icing conditions? ______ 20. What are the following speeds for this aircraft? V-speed KIAS V-Speed KIAS VR VX VGLIDE VY VNO VNE VSO VLO VFE (T/O) VA VFE (LDG) VCRUISE CLIMB 21. What is the maximum demonstrated X-wind for this aircraft? ________ KTS 22. What type of stall warning indication does this aircraft have? _____________________________________________ 23. How does this aircraft prevent inadvertent leaning of the fuel mixture? ____________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 24. What are the flap settings of this aircraft? _______________________ 25. During a Short- or Soft-Field takeoff, the flaps should be lowered to the _________ position 26. How can you determine if the warning lights on the panel are functional?___________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 27. Where is the ELT located? _____________________________________________________________ 28. Can the ELT be activated from the flight deck (Yes/No )_______
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29. What are the first four steps in the emergency procedure for an in-flight (electrical) engine fire? a. ___________________ b. _____________________ c. _____________________ d. _______________________ 30. When should alternate air be used? _____________________________________________________________ Aircraft Questionnaire: Diamond DA20/C1 3 Rev 20231123 _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31. What is the approximate ground roll distance under the following conditions: Landing weight: Gross, Obstacle: 0 ft., Flaps: FULL, Power: Idle, Pressure Alt: Sea Level, Wind: 0 kts ? ___________ft. 32. What is the expected climb performance at gross weight, 40°F at sea level pressure? __________ ft/min 33. What might you expect in the above situation if the ambient temperature has risen to 80°F? __________ ft/min 34. What is the no-wind power-off glide range at a pressure altitude of 3500ft and standard temperature? _______ nm 35. You may expect a take-off distance of __________ ft (including ground roll) at sea level and gross weight if the ambient temperature is 10°C, and you have a head-wind of 10 kts 36. What might you expect in the above situation if the ambient temperature has risen to 30°C? ________ ft 37. What is the glide ratio of this aircraft? _______ 38. You can expect to glide a distance of ________ nm from an altitude of 3,500ft. 39. What happens to the Garmin G5 AI and HSI in the event of an electrical failure?_______________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 40. What actions should you perform in the event of an electrical failure? ______________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Notes This aircraft is equipped with the following, so take some time to become familiar with their use: • ElectroAir Dual Electronic Ignition/Starter (with 2.5hr battery backup on one mag) • Dual Garmin G5 (with 3.5-4hr battery backup per unit) • FlyEI CGR-30P Engine Indication System • Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel • Garmin GNS430 GPS • Garmin GNC255 Nav/Comm Radio • Garmin GTX330 Transponder Aircraft Questionnaire: Diamond DA20/C1 4 Rev 20231123 Weight and Balance for: DA20 N552MA Item Capacity Weight Arm Moment Empty Aircraft 1211 7.76 9397.36 Main Fuel ________ __________ 32.44 ____________ Seating Row 1 ________ __________ 5.63 ____________ Baggage ________ __________ 32.44 ____________ Totals __________ ____________ Verify all numbers with the Pilot Operating Handbook Maximum Gross Weight: 1764 Maximum Takeoff Weight: 1764 Maximum Landing Weight: 1764 Maximum Non-Fuel Weight: 1671 Normal Center of Gravity Envelope: Weight: 1764 Minimum Arm: 8.07 Maximum Arm: 12.16 Weight: 1653 Minimum Arm: 7.95 Maximum Arm: 12.48 Weight: 1200 Minimum Arm: 7.95 Maximum Arm: 12.48 Printed: 1/1/2024 9:44:13 PM