The seat in the Tecnam is actually only mounted on an angled rail - so if it were broken you'd notice very quickly whilst adjusting it, there's nothing really more you can visually check 😉 But good tip in general, don't want it moving around for sure!
I am really amazed by the effort you give to produce your videos. Thank you! I'd like to ask one question. Since I, myself would like to apply to the BAA as well, what are the math and physics topics I should give most attention to? (I am a 12th grader)
Thank you for the praise! It's tough to say really, but as far as I remember for maths it was mainly simple calculations and some easy problems like calculating distance and speed and working with graphs, physics it's anything that might have to do with aviation really, I think gravity, lift, but I honestly can't remember exactly, sorry!
I'd be more careful manually cranking the prop like that. Remember, always treat the prop like a live one. There are certain techniques on how to turn the prop safely.
I'm happy to learn, so how would I do it more safely? What I've been told was that it's not actually an issue with these particular planes due to the design of the ignition, but I've always found it a bit scary!
@@PilotJonathan ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EQm0hfEES6o.html Here is a video for your question, please watch it to the end. Blue skies.
Thanks for sending that and sorry for seeing it so late - RU-vid considered it spam. I get the points they're making in the video and I'll keep them in mind, thanks!
I was also scared of turning the prop when I first started learning in the Tecnam Sierra, but have heard that the geared design of the Rotax 912 engine means there's really no way it can start up from hand cranking it. Of course you should still ensure the mags are off and key is removed, but you need to handle this prop every time you do your pre-flight so there's not much point being scared of it! Hand-propping for the purpose of doing a hand-start is different from turning the prop to pump the oil.
That's what we were told as well, with less technical detail, thanks for that additional information! I've gotten very used to it by now as well, and it's part of our procedure to make sure the keys are extracted and mags off before touching the propeller
Mass and balance is usually something I would do before I head to the aircraft. Tip for students out there, if you are new to the aircraft you can check the aircraft's pilot operating handbook (POH) for the recommended procedures. Different aircraft have slightly different walkaround procedures. Flight schools often add additional checks as part of their walkaround.
Yup, it is also our procedure to complete mass and balance and performance calculations before leaving the briefing room! And if I remember correctly our procedures are almost directly out of the manual, but it's definitely a useful tip when flying new planes!
