Specifications
DCS
[P-51D Mustang]
130
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Minimum-Run Takeoff
To accomplish a minimum-run takeoff, lower flaps 15 - 20°. Keep the aircraft in a three-point attitude
and allow it to fly itself off the ground in this position. As soon as airborne, allow airspeed to build up
and climb out when speed exceeds 100 mph. Retract landing gear when airspeed reaches a safe
value. Raise flaps above 200 feet altitude.
Crosswind Takeoff
The following procedure is recommended for a crosswind takeoff:
Advance throttle to Takeoff Power (61 in.Hg at 3000 RPM)
Hold the tail down until sufficient speed is attained to ensure positive rudder control. Speed
should be slightly greater than for normal takeoff.
Apply sufficient aileron control to keep wings level or even to effect a slightly wing-low attitude
into the wind.
Keep the aircraft firmly on the runway until speed is sufficient to make a smooth, clean break.
After becoming airborne, crab into the wind enough to counteract drift.
After Takeoff
Perform the following steps once a safe takeoff is accomplished:
Raise the landing gear by pulling the landing gear lever inward and up. Be sure the lever
catches in the up position. In a minimum-run takeoff, raise the flaps when altitude is at least
200 feet, a sufficient airspeed has been attained and all obstacles have been cleared.
Check coolant and oil temperatures, and oil pressure.
Do not apply brakes after takeoff to stop rotation of the wheels, as brake disks may
seize.
After reaching an altitude of 500 feet, throttle back to 46” of manifold at 2700 RPM.
Re-trim the aircraft for climbing attitude as necessary.
Check all of your instruments for proper function within normal parameters. In doing so, be sure
to check the ammeter indicator showing proper charging form the generator. Immediately after
takeoff, the rate of charge should not exceed 100 amps, dropping back to the normal 50 amps
or less after 5 minutes of operation. If the charge does not reduce, turn the generator
disconnect switch to OFF and return to the airfield. Also check the hydraulic pressure to read
approximately 1000 PSI after the landing gear has been retracted.
Optimum climb to altitude speed is approximately 170 mph.