Enclosed is the POH that I developed during the flight testing of my RV-6A. It is roughly based on a typical Cessna POH, with modifications specific to an RV. There are also specific references to my tail number and equipment installed in my RV-6A. For this POH to be useful, you must tailor it to your specific aircraft. The tail number can easily be changed with a search and replace. Other modifications will take longer, such as references to the trike, tip-up canopy, C/S prop, RMI engine monitor, internal ski rack, etc.

Most performance figures (fuel flow, endurance, speed, ROC, glide performance, etc) were obtained from actual test data.

The Annual Condition Inspection forms should be manually placed at the end of the document after it is printed. I found it beneficial to print the checklists out separately and use them during the preflight (pages 7-12, 26-29).

This document is best used when printed on a color printer. The 8 ½" X 11" paper should be cut to the proper size after printing.

The Annual Condition Inspection was taken from the RV-List. I think it was originally written by George Orndorff. The Van’s Airforce logo was downloaded from the internet and I have no idea of the original artist. If George or the designer of the logo objects to these being included in the POH, I will remove them from all further distributions.

This POH can be considered "freeware". It is distributed free of charge. You may pass it on to anyone else as long as this title page remains intact.

I am not a technical writer and make no warrantee as to the accuracy of the information contained in the enclosed document. You MUST review, modify and be comfortable with the enclosed information PRIOR to using it as a preflight/ inflight reference. Due to the nature of homebuilt aircraft, I feel it is impossible to develop one standard POH to cover all RV-6A’s, -6’s, etc. Use the enclosed information at your own risk. If you don’t agree with this disclaimer, just delete this entire document and get on with your life.

This document is still under constant revision. If anyone has any ideas on how it can be improved, please let me know. I hope this is of help to others.

Scott Gesele N506RV – Flying

SPAN: ……………………………………………………………….. 23’ 0"

LENGTH: ……………………………………………………………. 19’ 9"

HEIGHT: ……………………………………………………………. 6’ 8"

SPEED:

Cruise, 75% Power at 8,000 Ft …………………………….. 167 Knots

RANGE (includes 3 gal. for taxi, takeoff & climb):

75% @ 8000’ , no reserve .…………………………………. 695 nm

55% @ 8000’ no reserve ….………………………………. 840 nm

75% @ 8000’, one hour (8 gal) reserve …………………….. 540 nm

55% @ 8000’, one hour (8 gal) reserve …………………….. 650 nm

RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL …………………………….…. 2,050 FPM

SERVICE CEILING …………………………………………..……. 19,500 FT

TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE: ……………. ……………….……… 535 Ft

LANDING PERFORMANCE: ………………..…………….……… 500 Ft

STALL SPEED (CAS):

Flaps Up, Power Off ……………………………………… 47 Knots

Flaps Down, Power Off …………………………………… 43 Knots

MAXIMUM WEIGHT (Normal Category): …………………………. 1800 Lbs

EMPTY WEIGHT …………………………………………………. 1142 Lbs

MAXIMUM USEFUL LOAD: …………………………………….. 658 Lbs

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE ………………………………………… 75 Lbs

WING LOADING (Pounds/ Sq. Ft) ………………………………… 15

POWER LOADING (Pounds/ HP) …………………………………. 10.3

FUEL:

Capacity …………………………………………………… 38 Gal Total

Type ………………………………………………………. 100 LL

OIL CAPACITY ……………………………………………………. 8 Qts

ENGINE: Lycoming ……………………………………………….. O-320-D1A

PROPELLER: Hartzell ……………………………………………. HC-C2YL-1BF

1. Magnetos -- CHECK (125 max drop, 50 differential)
2. Suction – CHECK (5" Hg)
3. Carb Heat -- CHECK for drop
4. Prop -- CHECK operation
5. Engine Instruments -- CHECK
6. Throttle -- IDLE
7. Carb Heat -- COLD

9. Radios -- SET
10. Fuel Boost Pump -- ON
11. Transponder -- ALTITUDE

1. Inspect spinner and back plate....

2. Inspect blades for nicks and cracks....

3. Check for grease and oil leaks....

4. Lubricate propeller per lubrication chart....

5. Check spinner mounting brackets....

6. Check propeller mounting bolts and safety....

7. Inspect hub parts for cracks and corrosion....

CAUTION: ground mags before working on engine

1. Remove engine cowl....

2. Clean and check cowling for cracks, distortion

and loose or missing fasteners....

3. Drain oil sump....

4. Clean suction oil strainer at oil change....

5. Clean pressure oil strainer or change full

flow oil filter element......

6. Check oil temp. sender for leaks

and security....

7. Check oil lines and fittings for leaks, chafing

security, dents and cracks....

8. Clean and check oil radiator cooling fins....

9. Fill engine with oil per lubrication chart...

10. Clean engine....

11. Check condition of spark plugs adjust gap....

12. Check ignition harness and insulators....

13. Check magneto points for proper clearance

maintain at .018 +- .006....

14. Check magneto for oil seal leaks....

15. Check breaker felt for proper lubrication....

16. Check distributor block for cracks, burned

areas or corrosion....

17. Check magnetos to engine timing....

18. Remove air filter and clean....

19. Drain carburetor and clean inlet line fuel

strainer....

20. Check condition of carburetor heat air door

and box....

21. Check intake seal for leaks and clamps for

tightness....

22. Clean screens in fuel pump....

23. Clean and check gascolator....

24. Inspect condition of fuel lines....

25. Check fuel system for leaks.....

26. Check electric fuel pump for operation.....

27. Check engine controls throttle, carb heat,

mixture, and prop....

28. Inspect exhaust stacks, connections, gaskets....

29. Inspect heat exchange and baffles....

30. Check breather tube for obstructions and

security....

31. Check crankcase for cracks, leaks, security

of bolts....

32. Check engine mounts for cracks and loose

mountings.......

33. Check all engine baffles....

34. Check firewall seals....

36. Check condition and tension of alternator

and drive belt....

36. Check condition of starter....

37. Check fluid in brake reservoir....

38. Lubricate all controls....

39. Reinstall engine cowl....

C. CABIN GROUP

1. Inspect canopy and windows....

2. Check upholstery for tears....

3. Check seats, seat belts, shoulder straps....

4. Check trim operation...

5. Check rudder pedals....

6. Check control column, systems and connection.....

7. Check landing, nav, cabin, and instrument

lights...

8. Check instrument, lines and attachments....

9. Check gyro operation, and electric turn

and bank....

10. Check or replace gyro air filter....

11. Clean or replace vacuum regulator filter....

12. Check altimeter....

13. Check operation of fuel selector valve....

14. Check operation of engine primer....

15. Check condition of heater controls....

16. Check condition and operation air vents....

4. FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP

1. Remove inspection plates and panels...

2. Check battery box, battery and cables...

3. Check electronic installations....

4. Check bulkheads and stringers for damage...

5. Check antenna mounts and wiring....

6. Check fuel lines and valves....

7. Check vertical fin and rudder surfaces....

8. Check rudder horn and attachment....

9. Check vertical fin attachments....

10. Check rudder bolts for wear...

11. Check horizontal stabilizer and elevators...

12. Check horizontal stabilizer attachment...

13. Check elevator horn...

14. Check elevator bolts for wear...

15. Check elevator bell cranks and controls....

16. Lubricate all bearings as needed.....

17. Reinstall inspection plates and panels....

1. Remove inspection plates...

2. Check surfaces and tip for damage and loose

rivets and condition of walkways....

3. Check aileron mounts and attachments....

4. Check aileron bellcrank and control tubes....

5. Check flaps and attachment for damages....

6. Check all wing attachment bolts....

7. Check fuel tanks and lines for leaks and....

8. Check fuel tank vents....

9. Reinstall inspection plates....

4. LANDING GEAR GROUP

1. Check nose gear travel and damper tightness....

2. Check main gear attachments...

3. Check tires for cuts and wear....

4. Remove wheel, clean, and repack bearings...

5. Check wheels for cracks, corrosion and broken

bolts....

6. Check tire pressure....

7. Check brake lining and disc....

8. Check brake lines....

5. OPERATIONAL INSPECTION

1. Check fuel pump and fuel tank selector....

2. Check fuel pressure....

3. Check oil pressure and temperature....

4. Check alternator output....

5. Check manifold pressure....

6. Check alternate air....

7. Check vacuum gauge....

8. Check gyros for noise and roughness....

9. Check Cabin heat operation....

10. Check magneto switch operation....

11. Check magneto RPM variation....

12. Check throttle and mixture operation....

13. Check propeller smoothness....

14. Check electronic equipment operation....

a) Smoking rivets on forward bottom skin

b) Chafing brake lines on gear leg fairing and beneath wheel pant

c) Chaffing of wheel on wheel pant

d) Fretting corrosion at gear leg fairing intersection

e) Corrosion of exposed rod end bearings

f) Rudder contacting elevator roots in flight (dynamic clearance less than

static clearance!)

NOTES

One hour (8 gal.) reserve:

Datum= 60 inches forward of wing leading edge (L.E.)

Design C.G. Range = 15% to 29% of wing chord

8.7" to 16.8" from L.E.

68.7" to 76.8" aft of Datum

Wing L.E. = 60 inches aft of datum

Main wheel right = 84.25" aft of datum

Main wheel left = 84.25" aft of datum

Nose wheel = 28.50" aft of datum

Fuel …………………… 70" aft of datum

Pilot and Passenger …… 87.4" aft of datum

Aircraft weighed empty in level flight attitude.

(Includes 8 qts. of oil, no fuel)

Weight Arm Moment

Right Wheel 428 84.25 36059

Left Wheel 420 84.25 35385

Nose Wheel 294 28.5 8379

Total 1142 79832

Empty CG = 69.91 aft of datum

(Skis weigh 9 lbs/adult pair)

*With a CG Range of 68.7 to 76.8 in., all foreseeable loading configurations are within limitations

.

Model: …….. Lycoming O-320 D1A

HP: ………… 160

Fuel: ……….. 91/96 or 100/130 octane minimum

……….. 100LL

Oil Filter: ….. Champion CH48110

OIL: Avg MIL-L-6082 Ashless Dispersant

Above 80F SAE 60 SAE 60

Above 60F SAE 50 SAE 40 or SAE 50

30 – 90F SAE 40 SAE 40

0-70F SAE 20 SAE 30 or SAE 40

Below 10F SAE 20 SAE 30

Oil Sump Capacity …….. 8 U.S. Quarts

Minimum Safe Quantity ...2 U.S. Quarts

Oil Inlet Temp: 82 deg C desired, 118 deg C Maximum

Oil Pressure: 90 psi max; 60 psi min; 25 psi idle

Fuel Pressure: 8 psi max; 0.5 psi min; 3.0 psi desired

Cyl. Head Temp 66 deg C – 223 deg C desired range, 260 deg C max

Engine Failure After Takeoff:

Wing Flaps Up ………………………… 80 Kts

Wing Flaps Down …………………….. 70 Kts

Maneuvering Speed (Va) ………………………. 115 Kts

Maximum Glide ………………………………… 80 Kts

1. Throttle –IDLE
2. Brakes – APPLY
3. Wing Flaps – RETRACT
4. Mixture – IDLE CUT-OFF
5. Ignition Switch – OFF
6. Master Switch – OFF

1. Airspeed – 70 KIAS
2. Mixture – IDLE CUT-OFF
3. Fuel Selector Valve – OFF
4. Ignition Switch – OFF
5. Wing Flaps – AS REQUIRED
6. Master Switch – OFF

1. Airspeed –80 Knots
2. Boost Pump – ON
3. Fuel Selector – SWITCH TANKS
4. Carb Heat – ON
5. Mixture – RICH
6. Ignition Switch – BOTH, LEFT, RIGHT
7. Transponder – 7700

1. Cranking – CONTINUE, to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carb and into the engine.
   

If engine starts:

2. Power – 1700 RPM for a few minutes
3. Engine – SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage

If engine fails to start:

4. Throttle – FULL OPEN
5. Mixture – IDLE CUT-OFF
6. Cranking – CONTINUE
7. Fire Extinguisher – OBTAIN
8. Engine – SECURE

1. Mixture – IDLE CUT-OFF
2. Fuel Selector Valve – OFF
3. Master Switch – OFF
4. Cabin Heat and Air – OFF

1. Master Switch – OFF
2. Avionics – OFF
3. All Other Switches (except ignition) – OFF
4. Vents/ Cabin Air/ Heat – CLOSED
5. Fire Extinguisher – ACTIVATE (if available)

1. Master Switch – OFF
2. Vents/ Cabin Heat – CLOSED
3. Fire Extinguisher – ACTIVATE (if available)

1. Nav Lights – OFF
2. Landing Light – OFF

1. Avionics –OFF
2. Master Switch – OFF, both sides
3. Master Switch – ON

IF ALTERNATOR IS STILL OFF-LINE:

4. Master Switch – OFF
5. Electrical Switches – OFF
6. Alternator Breaker – PULL
7. Avionics – OFF
8. Main Feed Breaker – PULL
9. Alternate Feed Switch Guard – UP
10. Alternate Feed Switch – ON
11. Avionics – ON as required
12. Electrical Equipment – ON, as required
13. Flight – TERMINATE as soon as practical, aircraft is on battery reserves only.