Name ___________________________________ Date __________________________
Chesapeake Sport Pilot, LLC
Specializing in Sport Pilot Training and Light Sport Aircraft Rental & Sales
CHECKOUT FOR Van’s RV-12
What type of engine does the Van’s RV-12 have? ___________
What is the engine horsepower?
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When using 100LL to fuel this engine, what type of additive should be
used?
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How many gallons of useful fuel does the Van’s RV-12 hold? _________
What type of oil should be used in this engine? _______________________
Please define in your own words and list the speed for each of the
following in the RV-12:
Vr
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Vx
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Vy
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Best Glide
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Vne __________________________________________________________________
Vno __________________________________________________________________
Va
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Vfe
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Vs1
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Vso __________________________________________________________________
List the fuel burn, and true airspeed for each power setting at a pressure altitude of 2000
feet:
Fuel Burn
KTAS
5500 RPM
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5000 RPM
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With full fuel and a one hour reserve, how long can a RV-12 fly at 5000 RPM, density
altitude 2500 feet? ________________
What is the maximum demonstrated crosswind component for the RV-12?
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What is the service ceiling of the RV-12? __________________________
What is the takeoff distance to clear a 50 foot obstacle at a density altitude of 2000 feet ?
_______________________ Ground roll? _____________
What is the landing distance over a 50 foot obstacle at a density altitude of 2500 ft.?
________ Ground roll? __________
What is the glide ratio of the RV-12 at best glide speed? ____________
Describe the engine failure procedures for the RV-12. Discuss engine failure on takeoff
as well as at cruising altitude.
What is the maximum gross weight of the RV-12? ____________________
What is the empty weight RV-12? __________________________
What is the useful load of the RV-12?_______________________
With full fuel, how much weight can you carry in the RV-12? ____________
What is the maximum baggage weight in the RV-12? ______________