NCC Virus SW 80 Chapter III – Aircraft Technical Data, Limits & Performance (PDF + YouTube Guide)

CHAPTER III

Technical Specifications

In this blog, I am sharing the complete PDF of Chapter III – Technical Specifications for structured study and reference.

🎥 Watch the detailed explanation on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/zP6D7kVj8ag

Now, let’s understand the aircraft technically and professionally.


Airframe

The airframe defines the structure, balance, and load capability of the aircraft.

🔹 Dimensions

  • Wingspan: 10.5 metres
  • Length: 6.5 metres
  • Height: 2.05 metres
  • Wing Surface Area: 9.29 sq metres
  • Vertical Fin Area: 1.10 sq metres
  • Horizontal Stabilizer Area: 1.08 sq metres
  • Aspect Ratio: 11.8

🔹 Flap Positions

  • Position 1 – 15°
  • Position 2 – 25°

🔹 Centre of Gravity (CG)

  • 20% – 38% of MAC
  • 220 mm – 368 mm aft of datum

Maintaining CG within limits is critical for stability and control.

🔹 Weight Limitations

  • Max Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 472.5 kg
  • Max Landing Weight (MLW): 472.5 kg
  • Standard Empty Weight: 275 kg
  • Max Useful Load: 197.5 kg
  • Max Baggage Weight: 20 kg
  • Max Load per Seat: 110 kg
  • Minimum Combined Crew Weight: 55 kg

🔹 Fuel & Oil Capacity

  • Total Fuel Capacity: 50 Litres
  • Usable Fuel: 48 Litres
  • Oil Capacity: 3 Litres

🔹 Load Factors

  • Maximum Positive G: +4 G
  • Maximum Negative G: -2 G
  • Tested Minimum Safety Factor: 1.875





 Engine / Powerplant

The aircraft is powered by:

🔹 Engine Type

Rotax 912 A (80 HP)

  • 4 Stroke
  • 4 Cylinder
  • Horizontally Opposed
  • Spark Ignition

🔹 Propeller

  • FP 02–80 Fixed Pitch
  • Diameter: 1650 mm

🔹 Performance & Limits

  • Absolute Ceiling (MTOW): 6200 metres / 20,300 feet
  • Max Permitted RPM: 5800 (5 minutes max)
  • Engine RPM Max (Ground): 5500
  • Torque: 103 Nm at 4800 RPM
  • Compression Ratio: 9:1

🔹 Temperature Limits

  • Max Coolant Temperature: 120°C
  • EGT Normal: 650°C – 885°C
  • Max EGT: 900°C
  • Oil Temp Normal: 90°C – 110°C
  • Oil Temp Max: 140°C

🔹 Oil Pressure

  • Minimum: 1.0 Bar
  • Maximum: 6.0 Bar

🔹 Fuel Recommendation

Unleaded Super Grade 93 or above (Maximum 10% alcohol)


Performance

🔹 Takeoff Performance

  • Ground Roll (MTOW): 140 metres
  • Over 50 ft Obstacle: 225 metres

🔹 Climb Performance

  • Best Climb Speed: 76 knots
  • Best Climb Rate (MTOW, Sea Level): 1220 ft/min
  • Climb at 100 knots: 800 ft/min

🔹 Cruise Performance

  • Cruise Speed: 112 knots

🔹 Descent Performance

  • Sink Rate at 50 knots (Full flaps, Idle): 440 ft/min

🔹 Glide Performance

  • Minimum Sink Speed: 58 knots
  • Best L/D Speed: 64 knots
  • Best L/D Ratio: 17:1

🔹 Landing Performance

  • Final Approach Speed: 50 knots (Flaps 25°)
  • Landing Roll (MTOW, Sea Level): 410 feet


Airspeeds

🔹 Stall Speeds

  • Vs (Clean): 43 knots
  • Vso (Flaps 25°): 35 knots

🔹 Flap Speeds

  • VFE 15°: 70 knots
  • VFE 25°: 55 knots

🔹 Other Critical Speeds

  • VA (Maneuvering Speed): 86 knots
  • VNO (Normal Operating): 108 knots
  • VNE (Never Exceed Speed): 135 knots



Instrument Markings

🔹 ASI Markings

  • White Band: 35–70 knots (Flap Operating Range)
  • Green Band: 43–108 knots (Normal Operating Range)
  • Yellow Band: 108–135 knots (Caution – Smooth Air Only)
  • Red Line: 135 knots (VNE)

🔹 Engine Instruments

Tachometer

  • Min RPM: 1600
  • Normal: 1600–5500
  • Caution: 5500–5800
  • Max RPM: 5800

Oil Temperature

  • Min: 50°C
  • Normal: 90°C–110°C
  • Caution: 110°C–140°C
  • Max: 140°C

Coolant Temperature

  • Caution: 110°C–120°C
  • Max: 120°C

Oil Pressure

  • Min: 1 Bar
  • Max: 6 Bar

🔹 Electrical System

  • Battery: 12V Lithium Phosphate, 7.5 Ah
  • Alternator: 12V, 250W at 5500 RPM
  • Powers ignition, instruments, GPS, radio, lights, and avionics




📥 Download the full Chapter III PDF here: Chapter 3


Final Note

Technical specifications are not just numbers — they define the safe operating envelope of the aircraft.

A disciplined pilot does not just memorize these values.
He understands what they mean in real flight conditions.

📥 Download the complete Chapter III PDF from the link above for structured revision.
🎥 Watch the full YouTube explanation for detailed breakdown and clarity.

Study technically. Fly professionally. Stay within limits. ✈️

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