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Diamond HK36 Motor Glider - Panel, Sound & Aircraft Package v1.6
Including Interactive VC with Custom Gauges. for FS2004 COF
VER 1.6 - Aug 15, 2004
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Copyright 2004 by Premier Aircraft Design
http://www.flightsimnetwork.com/premaircraft
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Model & Master Textures: Pavel Toman
Paint, Technical Advice, 2DPanel / 3D VC Panel, Flight Dynamics, Check / Ref Lists, Documentation:
Barry Blaisdell & Bob May
Premier Aircraft Design

Special Thanks to our Katana Designer Pavel Toman...Great Job

This is the 7th in a series of Diamond Katana Models..We plan on creating
the FULL Production Line...So stay tuned over this New Year.

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NOTAMS:

CHECK FOR Glass.TTF FILE IN YOUR WINDOWS\FONTS FOLDER
ONE IS PROVIDED IN THE Panel_Gauge Information FOLDER

FOR BEST RESULTS AND IF YOUR COMPUTER CAN HANDLE IT
USE "FULL REALISM"...ALL SLIDERS ALL THE WAY OVER....

FOR BEST PROPELLER ANIMATION...REDUCE THE PITCH A LITTLE

To Raise your seat higher press SHIFT-ENTER
or Drag the Main 2D Panel up / dn

Use of Elevator trim is recommended in FS2004

For Best Frame Rates...Keep Panel Windows Closed when not in use.

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PACKAGE INSTALLATION:

Extract all files into the FS2004(FS9) MAIN Folder using
WINZIP in Classic Mode...Do not use the Wizard...
Make sure the "Use Folder names" BOX is checked.....
New folders will be created and all files installed.

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Here's How by the Numbers...

1. Navigate to the hk36n274.zip file (I use the "My Computer Icon" on the Desk Top.

2. Double click with your mouse on the hk36n274.zip file.

3. WINZIP should Open and show all the files inside the zip.

4. Press CTRL A and this will select all the files.

5. Click on Extract (The one in the Main Tool Bar above.

6. type in your path in the dialoge box....Mine is C:\FS9 (Yours may be different).
or Browse to your FS2004 Location...Open the FS2004 folder.

7. Now Click on the Exract Button in the upper right.....Your Done...Go Flying.

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SPECIFICATIONS: HK36TTD

Powerplant
Bombardier Rotax 914-F3, turbo-charged, four-cylinder, horizontally opposed, 115 hp

Hydraulic constant speed propeller with hydro pneumatic feathered pitch

Also available with 80 or 100 hp normally aspirated Rotax 912 engine.

Recommended TBO 1,000 hr
Length 23ft 6 in
Height 5 ft 9 in
Wingspan 54 ft 6 in
Wing area 165 sq ft
Wing loading 10.3 sq ft
Seats 2
Empty weight, typical 1,189 lb
Maximum gross weight 1,698 lb
Fuel capacity, long range 21.1 US gal (20.9 usable)
Oil capacity 3 qt
Maximum tow weight 1,653 lb
Performance
Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle 450 ft
Max demonstrated crosswind component 15 kt
Rate of climb, sea level 1,200 fpm
Cruise speed @ 75% power 121 ktas
Service ceiling 17,000 ft
Landing distance, over 50 ft obstacle 450 ft
Minimum sink rate 225 fpm
Glide ratio 1:27

Limiting and Recommended Airspeeds
Vx (best angle of climb) 57 kias
Vy (best rate of climb) 65 kias
Va (design maneuvering) 104 kias
Vfe (max flap extended) 81 kias
Vno (max structural cruising) 118 kias
Vne (never exceed) 141 kias
Vs (stall, clean) 41 kias
Vs0 (stall, in landing configuration) 42 kias


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LEGAL NOTICE

1. These files are for free use and enjoyment of individual hobby flightsimmers but
the copyright remains with me (PAD) and any other persons who have contributed to the work.

2. The Panel & Aircraft files and gauges should not be altered and cannot be incorporated into other
shareware or freeware programs or published on any electronic or mechanical
media anywhere in the world without my written permission. This includes
CD's or other media offered free, whether as part of a commercial or non-commercial transaction.

3. REPAINTING. You may repaint this aircraft FOR YOUR OWN EXCLUSIVE use
without seeking permission, but if you intend to upload the repainted aircraft to any
web site or bulletin board, including a Virtual Airline site, then contact me first for
permission. I reccomend Textures Only dur to the file size and I reserve the right to
check the files and documentation before publication.


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Barry Blaisdell
Contact me by email at: barrywb@snet.net
Aug, 2004