FFF said:-
Taking off with full flaps in most types seems dangerous - it will definitely extend your take-off run compared to whatever the normal short-field technique is
The recommended short take-off procedure in the Koliber is to apply the brakes, apply full power release the brakes and lower the flaps
fully . Lift the nosewheel off at 50kts and she will fly out in a remarkable short distance. Retaract the flaps gently in stages during the climb out. The technique works equally well on grass or tarmac.
distaff_beancounter
The AA5 & Koliber have the samecarb heat habits - it sounds as though its going to be sick when you apply carb heat.
The rev. counter is green arc-ed all the way from idle up to max power, so carb heat is not also necessary - just advisable. We also have a Carb Temp gauge to help.