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Diamond DA20-A1 Katana Panel, Sound & Aircraft Package
Including Interactive VC with Gauges. for FS2004 COF
VER 1.1 - JAN 6, 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 <[email protected]>
Technical Advice, 2DPanel / 3D VC Panel, Flight Dynamics, Check / Ref Lists, Documentation:
by Premier Aircraft Design <http://www.flightsimnetwork.com/premaircraft>
Barry Blaisdell <[email protected]> & Bob May <[email protected]>

Thanks to Andreas Barowski, Katana pilot with over 100 flying hours in the 
DA20-A1 Katana for the many photos of the panel and views.

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

This is the first 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: 

I LEFT THE PILOT COLOR TEXTURE OPEN SO YOU CAN EASILY
REPAINT IT TO CHANGE HIS HAIR, SHIRT, & PANTS COLORS.

THE FUEL PUMP SWITCH IS IN-OPERATIVE FOR NOW...ITS ALWAYS ON...

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

To Raise your seat higher press SHIFT-ENTER
                      
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 kat???24.zip file (I use the "My Computer Icon" on the Desk Top.

2. Double click with your mouse on the kat???24.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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KATANA DA20-A1 Specifications & Performance

DIMENSIONS

Span 		35 Ft 6.5 In
Length		23 Ft 6 in
Height		6 ft 11 in
Wing area	125 Sq Ft
Horizontal stab	8 ft 8 in


ENGINE

Bombardier Rotax 912, 4 cyl, 4-stroke engine.  80 hp at 2550 RPM.


FUEL

20.1 US Gallons. ( 120 lbs approx )


WEIGHT

Max T/o			1609 Lbs
Max Landing		1609 Lbs
Empty			1145 Lbs
Max Weight Baggage	44 Lbs


SPEEDS

Va ( Max Maneuvering speed ) 104 Kts
Vfe ( Max flaps extended )	 81 Kts
Vno ( Max Structure Cruise )	 118 Kts ( only exceed in calm air )
Vne ( Never Exceed Speed )	 161 Kts
Vs  ( Stall clean )		 50 Kts




AIRFRAME:   Full-fibre all composite construction.
Wing Span					35' 4"			10.8m
Length						23' 6"			7.2m
Hieght						6' 11"  			2.1m		
Gross Weight					1,610 lbs.		                730 kg
Useful Load					520 lbs.			236 kg
Basic Empty Weight 				1090 lbs.			494 kg
Fuel Capacity					20.9 U.S. gal.		79.1 L

PROPELLER: Constant speed with composite blades.

ENGINE: Bombardier Rotax 912
·	81 horsepower
·	Combination liquid and air cooling		
·	4 cylinder, horizontally opposed
·	Dual electronic ignition

PERFORMANCE:
Never exceed speed (Vne) 				161 kts			185 mph
Max Cruise speed 					119 kts			137 mph
Maximum range 					523 nm 			 602 sm
Rate of climb (at sea level)				730 fpm
Service ceiling					14,000 ft.			
Stall speed (flaps up)				50 kts
Stall speed (flaps down)				44 kts
Landing (over 50')				                1,490 ft			(over 15 m) 454 m
Takeoff (over 50')					1,600 ft			(over 15 m) 488 m
Fuel efficiency (65%)				34 mpg
Exterior noise (takeoff)				65.2 db

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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 reserve the right to check the files and documentation before publication.


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Barry Blaisdell
Contact me by email at: [email protected]
JAN, 2004