Top Flite TOPA0305 Part 2 - Manual (Page 35)

LANDlNG
When it's time to land, fly a normal landing pattern
and approach. The Bonanza may bleed off
airspeed more rapidly than the sport planes you
are used to, but it still tends to float once it enters
ground effect. For this reason, be prepared to add
a little power during approach and touchdown. For
your first landings, plan to land slightly faster than
stall speed and flare a few inches off the runway
onto the main wheels.
FLAPS
Full flaps make the Bonanza very steady in the
landing pattern. Just carry a little extra power to
make up for the increased drag. This drag allows
you to make shorter, steeper approaches. Touch
down with a slightly nose-high attitude to avoid
letting the nose gear contact the runway first. You
can execute touch-and-go's and slow flyby's with
full flaps, but be ready to use a little more
up
elevator. You should use only half flaps for taking
off and climbing because the plane will accelerate
and climb much better than it would with full flaps.
If you have to attempt a go-around, your first
priority should be to smoothly apply power and
establish a steady climb. After you reach a safe
altitude, reduce flaps, and then make your turn to
get back into the landing pattern.
Have a ball! But always stay in control
and fly in a safe manner.
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!
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If you enjoyed building the Top Flite Beechcraft
Bonanza, try one of these other outstanding .60
size Gold Edition kits as your next project:
Cessna 182 Skylane (TOPA0300)
81" Wingspan, 10-1 2 Lbs.
F4U Corsair (TOPA01 00)
62" Wingspan, 7-9.5 Lbs.
P-47D Thunderbolt (TOPA0135)
63" Wingspan, 8.5-10.5 Lbs.
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