Pilatus Afm 401-888
Pilatus Afm 401-888
Pilatus Afm 401-888
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The incorporation of Temporary Revisions into this manual are to be recorded on the sheet
below. Instructions for the removal of Temporary Revisions will given in the Instruction Sheet
issued with each regular revision.
NO.
DATE OF
ISSUE
CANCELLED
BY
Jan 30/02
POH REV 1
Jan 30/02
POH REV 1
Jan 30/02
POH REV 1
Aug 19/02
POH REV 1
AHRS LIMITATION
Sep 27, 02
POH REV 1
Oct 10/02
POH REV 1
FUEL LIMITATIONS
Jun 6/03
SB 28-011
Sep 23/03
POH REV 2
Sep 29/03
POH REV 2
10
Oct 3/03
POH REV 2
11
AUTOPILOT DISENGAGE
Feb 4/04
SB 22-004
12
AIRPLANE INSPECTIONS
May 11/04
POH REV 2
13
Sep 22/04
POH REV 2
14
ADDITIONAL PLACARD
Oct 4/04
POH REV 2
NO.
DATE OF
ISSUE
CANCELLED
BY
15
OTHER LIMITATIONS
Mar 14/05
POH REV 2
May 16/06
S 33 REV 1
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FLIGHT CONTROLS
Nov 22/07
POH REV 6
LOG OF REVISIONS
LOG OF REVISIONS
Revision
Number
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Number
1
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LOTR-1 & 2
LOR-1 thru 3
Sect 2
2-ii & 2-iii
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4-5 & 4-6
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4-8
Description
Log of Temporary Revisions updated, page 2 issued
Log of Revisions pages issued
Executive Code No. corrected to EX 6S-2
Contents pages updated
Gen 2 max load figures revised
Flight load factor limits corrected
TR No. 5 AHRS limitation added
TR No. 3 Cargo Limitations & cabin floodlights limitation added
New standby compass placard & control wheel placard updated
Optional lavatory oxygen mask placards added
Executive seat placards wording corrected
Contents page updated
EIS info updated to Post SB 31-004
Chip detector changed to plural (optional 2nd chip detector). In
flight procedure changed. CAWS Oil Quantity warning info
updated
Propeller overspeed indications updated to Post SB 31-004
Propeller underspeed indications updated to Post SB 31-004
TR No. 4 Crew Oxygen Mask Donning procedure added
Cockpit/cabin Fire, Smoke or Fumes procedure revised
TR No. 1 Electrical Load Shed procedure info added
TR No. 4 Crew Oxygen Mask Donning procedure added
Maximum range descent procedures rewritten for single & dual
battery installation
Para re-numbered & TR No. 4 Crew Oxygen Mask Donning
Pages run on
Electrical power off step corrected
Pages run on
Gen 2 load, step 4 changed to reduce electrical load.
Step 6 additional info added
Gen 2 Off procedure step 3 clarified
TR No. 2 Avionic 1 Bus Failure info added
Pages run on
TR No. 4 Crew Oxygen Mask Donning procedure added
ECS Failure procedure added
Pages run on, six new pages added
Engine drains steps added remaining steps re-numbered
Over-wing emergency exit lock pin info added
MSN 501 & UP. Mask/mic switch added
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odd pages
Sect 6
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Description
Note ref CAWS test deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
Booster pumps operational check step added
Steps re-numbered
Voice callout info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
Voice callout info updated to Post SB 31-004
Stick pusher test, PCL set to idle step added, steps re-numbered
Stick pusher voice callout info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
CAWS oil quantity check added to shutdown procedure
Steps re-numbered
POH Report No. corrected on all odd pages 5-1 thru 95 footer
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Description
Optional second oil chip detector info added
Voice callout info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
Gen 2 amp rating figure changed
Caution ref Gen 2 load figures changed
Systems connected to Standby bus corrected
Gen 1 amp figure changed
2nd bat relay wiring corrected. Gen 1 amp figure changed
Batt direct bus connection point corrected
Left circuit breaker panels updated
115V AC bus removed from schematic
Gen 2 amps figure changed. Caws battery caution info added
Additional baggage compartment light info added
Optional dual filament navigation lights para added
CAWS ECS annunciator on sentence clarified
Optional lavatory oxygen mask info added
Second larger capacity optional oxygen system info added
Cockpit description info corrected
Gang bar annotation deleted from cockpit figure
Voice only callouts info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
CAWS ECS caption description corrected
CAWS Oil Qty caution not operative added
Optional third altimeter info added
Pusher disc corrected to pusher intr
Voice callout info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004
Figure 7-20 Sheet 1 corrected, airspeed input deleted, engine
running input added
Fire extinguisher info changed for different types
Figure 7-22 Typical Avionics schematic updated
LCR-92 AHRS continuous orbiting maneuvering info added
Page run on
ELT description updated and brought forward
ELT system new equipment info added, operation updated
Voice callout info deleted. Update to Post SB 31-004.
EHSI info brought forward
EHSI new features added
Figure 7-24 EHSI new features shown
Towing last sentence deleted
Blanks and covers Figures updated
Steel brake wheel type info added.
Brake wear indicator pin info clarified
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Section
Subject
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INTRODUCTION
0-1
GENERAL
1-1
LIMITATIONS
2-1
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3-1
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4-1
PERFORMANCE
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SUPPLEMENTS
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INTRODUCTION
SECTION 0
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
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REVISION MARKINGS
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REVISION PROCEDURE
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Transmittal Letter
Log of Revisions
List of Effective Pages
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INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
GENERAL
This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is designed to provide the information required for the
operation of the airplane. Each airplane is delivered with a POH that reflects the standard
airplane with all of the approved options plus any special equipment installed on an individual
basis.
WARNING
ANY
OPERATING
PROCEDURE,
PRACTICE,
OR
CONDITION WHICH, IF NOT STRICTLY COMPLIED WITH,
MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
CAUTION
ANY
OPERATING
PROCEDURE,
PRACTICE,
OR
CONDITION WHICH, IF NOT STRICTLY COMPLIED WITH,
MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE AIRPLANE OR
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE
Any operating procedure, practice, or condition that requires
emphasis.
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REVISION MARKINGS
Additions, deletions, and revisions to existing POH material will be identified by a vertical
revision bar (black line) in the outside margin of the applicable page, next to the change.
When a revision causes expansion or deletion of text or illustration which results in unchanged
material appearing on a different page, that page will be identified by a revision bar in the outer
margin next to the page number.
At the bottom of each page, opposite the page number, there will be the original issue date of
the page. As the page is subsequently revised, the original issue date will be followed by the
current revision number and date. If a new page is issued, it will be identified by having the
same original issue and revision date and have a revision bar in the outer margin next to the
page number.
The revision bar will only indicate the current change on each page. Physical relocation of
material or the correction of typographical or grammatical errors, outside of the material
revised, will not be identified by a revision bar.
REVISION PROCEDURE
To keep this POH current, revisions will be issued to latest registered owner of airplane.
Revisions to this POH will consist of:
- Transmittal Letter
- Log of Revisions
- List of Effective Pages
- New or Revised Pages
- Temporary Revisions
The Equipment List is not included in the Revision Procedure. The Equipment List is a
separate report and was current at the time of license at the manufacturer and must be
maintained by the airplane owner.
TRANSMITTAL LETTER
The Transmittal Letter will show the revision number and date. All POH pages affected by the
Transmittal Letter will be listed along with instructions for incorporating the revision into the
POH.
LOG OF REVISIONS
The Log of Revisions provides a brief description of each revision.
Report No: 02211
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LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES
The List of Effective Pages will list all of the current POH page numbers with the applicable
revision number.
NEW OR REVISED PAGES
In accordance with the instructions of the Transmittal Letter, new or revised pages will be
incorporated into the POH and superseded pages destroyed.
CAUTION
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER OR
OPERATOR TO MAINTAIN THIS PILOTS OPERATING
HANDBOOK IN A CURRENT STATUS AND INCORPORATE
SUCCESSIVE REVISIONS.
TEMPORARY REVISIONS
Temporary Revisions are issued when the POH must be revised between the regular formal
revisions. They are issued on yellow paper and must be recorded on the Log Of Temporary
Revisions. Temporary Revisions should normally be put at the front of the POH, apart from
Section 9 Temporary Revisions which should be put in front of the applicable Supplement.
Temporary Revisions must only be removed from the POH when instructed to do so by, the
Transmittal Letter of the next issue of a formal revision, superseded by another temporary
revision and sometimes by the incorporation of a Service Bulletin. The Log Of Temporary
Revisions will be updated and issued with each formal revision.
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INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1
GENERAL
SECTION 1
GENERAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
1-1
INTRODUCTION
1-1
DESCRIPTIVE DATA
1-4
ENGINE
PROPELLER
FUEL
OIL
MAXIMUM WEIGHTS
TYPICAL AIRPLANE WEIGHTS
CABIN AND ENTRY DIMENSIONS
SPECIFIC LOADINGS
1-4
1-4
1-5
1-5
1-6
1-6
1-6
1-7
1-8
1-8
1-10
1-12
1-13
1-14
1-15
1-17
1-18
CONVERSION INFORMATION
1-19
GENERAL
STANDARD TO METRIC
METRIC TO STANDARD
1-19
1-19
1-20
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GENERAL
This section contains basic data and information of general interest to the pilot. It also contains
definitions and explanations of symbols, abbreviations, and terminology that is used throughout
this POH.
INTRODUCTION
This POH includes the material required to be furnished by the Federal Aviation Regulations
and additional information provided by the manufacturer and constitutes the FOCA Approved
Airplane Flight Manual. This POH must be read, and thoroughly understood, by the owner and
operator in order to achieve maximum utilization as an operating guide for the pilot.
This POH is divided into numbered sections which are separated by tabs. Section 3,
Emergency Procedures, is further highlighted by the use of a red tab to facilitate quick
recognition.
Pages that have been intentionally left blank will be so indicated by the statement "THIS PAGE
INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK".
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Figure 1-2. Airplane Ground Turning Clearance MWS only (No Braking)
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 6: Jun 30, 2010
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DESCRIPTIVE DATA
ENGINE
Number of Engines
Engine Manufacturer
PT6A-67B
Engine Type
This airplane incorporates a twin shaft turboprop engine with 4 axial and 1
centrifugal compressor stages, an annular combustion chamber, and a 3 stage
turbine where one stage drives the compressor and two stages power the
propeller.
Horsepower Rating and Engine Speed
Takeoff Power
1,200 shp
1,000 shp
39,000 rpm
1,700 rpm
PROPELLER
Number of Propellers
Propeller Manufacturer
Hartzell
HC-E4A-3D/E10477K
Number of Blades
Propeller Diameter
105" (2.67 m)
Propeller Type
The propeller assembly consists of a hub unit and four metal blades, and is a
hydraulically actuated, constant speed, full feathering and reversible type.
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FUEL
APPROVED FUELS
JET A, JET-A-1, JET B, JP-4
Any other fuel which complies with the latest revision of Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin
14004.
TOTAL CAPACITY
406.8 US gal, 2,736.5 lb (1,540 liters, 1,241.3 kg)
USABLE FUEL
402 US gal, 2,703.6 lb (1,521.5 liters, 1,226.4 kg)
ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE
Anti-Icing additive conforming to MIL-DTL-27686 or MIL-DTL-85470.
Anti-icing additives should be in compliance to Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin 14004.
OIL
OIL GRADE OR SPECIFICATION
Any oil specified by brand name in the latest revision of Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin
14001.
OIL QUANTITY
Total Oil Capacity 3.6 US gal (13.6 liters)
Drain and Refill Quantity 2.0 US gal (7.6 liters)
Oil Quantity Operating Range 1.0 US gal (3.8 liters)
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MAXIMUM WEIGHTS
Maximum Ramp Weight
Cabin Area
Useful Load
*Empty weight of standard airplane without 9 passenger seats and cabin floor covering.
CABIN AND ENTRY DIMENSIONS
Maximum Cabin Width
Height
Cargo Door
Width
Height
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Overwing Emergency Exit
Width
Height
Compartment Volume
Baggage
Cabin
SPECIFIC LOADINGS
Wing Loading
Power Loading
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SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS, AND TERMINOLOGY
GENERAL AIRSPEED TERMINOLOGY AND SYMBOLS
CAS
GS
IAS
KCAS
KIAS
MMO
Maximum operating limit speed is the speed limit that may not
be deliberately exceeded in normal flight operations. M is
expressed in Mach number.
TAS
VFE
VLE
VLO
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VMO
VO
VR
VS
VSO
VS1
VX
VY
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METEOROLOGICAL TERMINOLOGY
Indicated
Altitude
IOAT
ISA
OAT
Pressure
Altitude
Station
Pressure
Wind
Icing
Conditions
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Icing
Conditions (Continued)
Can exist when the OAT on the ground and for take-off is 10C
or colder when operating on ramps, taxiways or runways, where
surface snow, ice, standing water, or slush may be ingested by
the engine, or freeze on the engine, or the engine nacelle.
Can exist when there are visible signs of ice accretion on the
aircraft.
Severe Icing
Conditions
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POWER TERMINOLOGY
Cruise
Climb Power
Maximum
Climb Power
Maximum
Cruise Power
Reverse Thrust
Takeoff Power
Zero Thrust
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ENGINE CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS TERMINOLOGY
Adjustable
Minimum Prop
Pitch in flight
Beta Range
Condition Lever
This lever selects the gas generator idle speed and fuel cutoff,
and feathers the propeller when in the CUTOFF/FEATHER
position.
Constant
Speed Range
ITT Gauge
Power
Control Lever
The lever used to control engine power, from reverse (see Beta
Range) to maximum power (see Constant Speed Range).
Propeller Feather
Propeller Governor
Py Pressure
Tachometer
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maximum speed of the turbine(s), while propeller tachometers
measure actual propeller rpm.
Torquemeter
Torque Limiter
Demonstrated
Crosswind Velocity
MEA
Route Segment
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE TERMINOLOGY
A.O.D.
Aft of Datum
Arm
Basic Empty
Weight
Center of
Gravity (C.G.)
C.G. Arm
C.G. Limits
Datum
Maximum
Landing Weight
Maximum
Ramp Weight
Maximum
Takeoff Weight
Maximum Zero
Fuel Weight
Moment
Payload
Standard
Empty Weight
Station
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Unusable Fuel
Usable Fuel
Useful Load
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GENERAL ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS
C
Celsius
mkg
Moment in meters/kilograms
cu
Cubic
min
Minimum
Fahrenheit
mm
Millimeters
FAA
Federal
(U.S.A.)
Administration
nm
Nautical Mile
FOCA
N/A
Not Applicable
fpm
psi
ft
Feet
rpm
sec
Second
gal
Gallon (US)
shp
Shaft Horsepower
hg
Mercury
sm
Statute Mile
IFR
TBD
To Be Determined
in
Inches
TBO
kg
Kilogram
VFR
KTAS
Degrees
lb
Pound (mass)
'
Feet
Meter
"
Inches
MAC
max
Maximum
mbar
Millibar
Aviation
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ELECTRICAL / AVIONIC ABBREVIATIONS
A/P
Autopilot
EIS
ADF
ELT
ALT
FD
Flight Director
APR
FDWU
ARC
HDG
Heading
ASI
Airspeed Indicator
HF
COM
ATC
XPNDR
IAS
ATT
MFD
BC
MKR
Marker Beacon
CAT
NAV
CAWS
OBS
CDI
RMI
CRS
Course
R/A
Radar Altimeter
CWS
SPWU
DU
Display Unit
SR
EADI
V/S
Vertical Speed
EFIS
Electronic Flight
Instrumentation System
VSI
EHSI
Electronic Horizontal
Situation Indicator
VHF
COM
EIS
VHF
NAV
ELT
Emergency Locator
Transmitter
WX
Weather
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CONVERSION INFORMATION
All numerical data contained in this AFM is shown in standard format with the metric equivalent
immediately following in parenthesis, ex. 7' 3" (2.1 m). The following formulas can be used to
make required conversions.
GENERAL
Fahrenheit (F) = (C x 1.8) + 32
Celsius (C) = (F - 32) x 0.556
Statute Mile (sm) = Nautical Mile (nm) x 1.151
Nautical Mile (nm) = Statute Mile (sm) x 0.869
Jet Fuel (JET A) Standard Weights at 15 C (Relative Density 0.806)
One (1) Liter = 1.777 lb
One (1) U.S. Gallon (US gal) = 6.73 lb
One (1) Imperial Gallon (IMP gal) = 8.078 lb
STANDARD TO METRIC
Millimeters (mm) = Inches (in) x 25.4
Centimeters (cm) = Inches (in) x 2.54
Meters (m) = Feet (ft) x 0.305
Meters (m) = Yards (yd) x 0.914
Kilometers (km) = Statute Miles (sm) x 1.61
Kilometers (km) = Nautical Miles (nm) x 1.852
Liters = US Gallons (US gal) x 3.785
Liters = Imperial Gallons (IMP gal) x 4.546
Kilograms (kg) = Pounds (lb) x 0.454
Bar = psi x 0.069
SECTION 1
GENERAL
METRIC TO STANDARD
Inches (in) = Millimeters (mm) x 0.039
Inches (in) = Centimeters (cm) x 0.393
Feet (ft) = Meters (m) x 3.281
Yards (yd) = Meters (m) x 1.094
Statute Miles (sm) = Kilometers (km) x 0.621
Nautical Miles (nm) = Kilometers (km) x 0.54
US Gallons (US gal) = Liters x 0.264
Imperial Gallons (IMP gal) = Liters x 0.22
Pounds (lb) = Kilograms (kg) x 2.205
psi = Bar x 14.504
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
2-1
AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
2-2
2-4
2-5
ENGINE
OIL
Oil Grade or Specification
Oil Quantity
2-5
2-5
2-5
2-5
2-6
FUEL
Approved Fuel Grades
Anti-Icing Additive
2-8
2-8
2-8
PROPELLER
STARTER
2-9
2-9
GENERATOR
POWER CONTROL LEVER OPERATION
CHIP DETECTOR
2-10
2-10
2-10
2-11
2-11
WEIGHT LIMITS
2-12
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
Subject
Page
2-13
MANEUVER LIMITS
FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS
FLIGHT CREW LIMITS
KINDS OF OPERATION
PNEUMATIC DEICING BOOT SYSTEM
2-14
2-14
2-14
2-14
2-14
ICING LIMITATIONS
2-15
2-16
2-17
FUEL LIMITATIONS
MAXIMUM OPERATING ALTITUDE LIMITS
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE LIMITS
CABIN PRESSURIZATION LIMITS
2-22
2-22
2-22
2-22
2-23
2-24
2-24
2-24
2-24
2-24
2-24
2-25
2-25
2-25
2-25
2-25
2-25
2-27
2-27
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
OTHER LIMITATIONS
2-28
2-28
2-28
2-28
2-29
2-29
2-29
PLACARDS
2-30
EXTERIOR
COCKPIT
CABIN
SEATING VARIATIONS
2-30
2-35
2-40
2-43
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
GENERAL
This section contains the FOCA Approved operating limitations, instrument markings, color
coding, and basic placards necessary for the operation of the airplane, its engine, systems, and
equipment. Compliance with approved limitations is mandatory.
Limitations associated with systems or equipment which require POH supplements are
included in Section 9, Supplements.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
AIRSPEED
KCAS
KIAS
SIGNIFICANCE
Do not exceed this speed in any
operations. Refer to VMO schedule
- VMO
240
- MMO
0.48
236
Maximum Operating
Maneuvering Speed - VO
161
158
158
155
154
151
148
145
144
141
140
137
136
133
132
129
127
124
123
120
15
165
163
> 15
130
130
180
177
240
236
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
25000
ALTITUDE - FT
20000
15000
10000
5000
0
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
120174
KIAS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
KIAS VALUE
OR RANGE
Red Line
or
Red/White
Needle
236 or 0.48 M
whichever is
lower
Green Arc
91 to 236
White Arc
64 to 130
REMARKS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
Engine Manufacturer
PT6A-67B
OIL
OIL GRADE OR SPECIFICATION
Any oil specified by brand name in the latest revision of Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin14001
is approved.
Do not mix types or brands of oil.
OIL QUANTITY
Total Oil Capacity
An oil quantity check is required for takeoff. Takeoff is not approved with the OIL QTY
annunciator illuminated.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
OPERATING
SHP
CONDITION
TORQUE
MAX
Ng
Np
OIL
OIL
PSI
ITT
RPM
PRESS
TEMP
PSI
C
(6)
(1)
TAKEOFF (9)
MAX. CONT.
1200
1000
44.34
36.95
800
760
(8)
(8)
(2)
(7)
104
1700
90 TO
10 TO
135
110
90 TO
10 TO
135
105
60 MIN.
-40 TO
104
1700
MAX. CLIMB/
CRUISE
MIN. IDLE
750
50.7
(5)
( G.I. )
110
64
( F. I. )
STARTING
1000
200 MAX.
(3)
TRANSIENT
61.00
870
(4)
(4)
-40
MIN.
104
1870
40 TO
-40 TO
(4)
200
110
(4)
MAX.
REVERSE
900
34.25
760
1650
90 TO
10 TO
135
105
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
(1)
Torque limit applies within a range of 1000 to 1700 propeller rpm. Torque is
limited to 23.9 psi below 1000 propeller rpm.
(2)
Normal oil pressure is 90 to 135 psi at gas generator speeds above 72%. With
engine torque below 35.87 psi, minimum oil pressure is 85 psi at normal oil
temperature (60 to 70 C). Oil pressures under 90 psi are undesirable. Under
emergency conditions, to complete a flight, a lower oil pressure of 60 psi is
permissible at reduced power level not exceeding 23.9 psi torque. Oil
pressures below 60 psi are unsafe and require that either the engine be shut
down or a landing be made as soon as possible using the minimum power
required to sustain flight.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
For increased service life of the engine oil, an oil temperature of between 60 to
70 is recommended.
(7)
Oil temperature limits are -40 C to 105 C with limited periods of 10 minutes at
105 to 110C.
(8)
100% gas generator speed corresponds to 37468 rpm. 100% power turbine
speed (N1) corresponds to 29894 rpm which also corresponds to 1700 rpm
propeller speed.
(9)
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
FUEL
APPROVED FUEL GRADES
JET A, JET-A-1, JET B, JP-4
Any other fuel which complies with the latest revision of Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin
14004.
ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE
Anti-icing additive must be used for all flight operations in ambient temperatures below 0 C.
Use anti-icing additive conforming to MIL-DTL-27686 or MIL-DTL-85470.
Anti-icing additives should be in compliance to Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin 14004.
Additive concentration must be between a minimum of 0.06 % and a maximum of 0.15 % by
volume.
CAUTION
THE CORRECT MIX OF ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE WITH THE
FUEL IS IMPORTANT. CONCENTRATIONS OF MORE THAN
THE MAXIMUM (0.15% BY VOLUME) WILL CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE PROTECTIVE PRIMER AND SEALANTS OF THE
FUEL TANKS. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR IN THE FUEL
SYSTEM AND ENGINE COMPONENTS.
Refer to Section 8, Handling, Servicing, and Maintenance for blending instructions.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PROPELLER
Propeller Manufacturer
Hartzell
HC-E4A-3D/E10477K
Number of Propellers
Propeller Diameter
Minimum
104" (2.642 m)
Maximum
105" (2.667 m)
1,700 rpm
1,870 rpm
Maximum reverse
1,650 rpm
Stabilized operation on the ground between 350 and 950 rpm is not permitted.
Blade Angles at Station 42
Fine Pitch
19 +/- 0.1
Feather
STARTER
The engine automatic starting cycle shall be limited to the following intervals:
1. Sequence, 60 seconds OFF
2. Sequence, 60 seconds OFF
3. Sequence, 30 minutes OFF
Repeat as required.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
GENERATOR
Maximum generator load limit as follows
GENERATOR
Starter / Generator
300 AMP
450 AMP
Second Generator
115 AMP
N/A
*Maximum load permitted for a 2 minute period per each one hour of operation.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
YELLOW
ARC
Caution
GREEN
ARC
Norm Ops.
YELLOW
ARC
Caution
RED
RAD/DIA
Max. Limit
Engine
Speed (Ng)
N/A
N/A
60 to
104%
N/A
104%
ITT
N/A
N/A
400 to
760 C
760 to
800 C
800/
1,000 C
Oil
Temperature
N/A
N/A
10 to
105 C
105 to
110 C
110 C
Oil Pressure
(psi)
40/60
60 to
90
90 to
135
N/A
135/200
Torque (psi)
N/A
N/A
0 to
36.9
36.9 to
44.3
44.3/61.0
RED
RADIAL
Min. Limit
YELLOW
ARC
Caution
GREEN
ARC
Norm Ops.
YELLOW
ARC
Caution
RED
RAD/DIA
Max. Limit
Oxygen
Pressure
(psi)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1850 to
2000
Cabin
Differential
(psi)
N/A
N/A
0 to 5.75
5.75 to 6.50*
6.50
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
WEIGHT LIMITS
Maximum Ramp Weight
On Cabin Floor
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
Forward Limit
A.O.D.: In. / M
Aft Limit
A.O.D.: In. / M
9921 (4500)
232.20 / 5.898
240.94 / 6.120
8158 (3700)
224.13 / 5.693
7938 (3600)
242.99 / 6.172
6615 (3000)
242.99 / 6.172
5733 (2600)
220.75 / 5.607
225.47 / 5.727
NOTES
Straight line variation between points given.
The datum is 118 in (3.0 m) forward of firewall.
It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that airplane is
loaded properly.
See Section 6, Weight and Balance for proper loading
instructions.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
MANEUVER LIMITS
This airplane is certificated in the Normal Category. The normal category is applicable
to aircraft intended for non-aerobatic operations. These include any maneuvers
incidental to normal flying, stalls (except whip stalls), lazy eights, chandelles, and turns
in which the bank angle does not exceed 60.
Aerobatic maneuvers, including spins, are not approved.
+3.3 g, -1.32 g
+2.0 g, -0.0 g
KINDS OF OPERATION
The Pilatus PC-12 is approved for the following types of operation when the required
equipment is installed and operational as defined within the Kinds of Operation
Equipment List:
1. VFR Day.
2. VFR Night.
3. IFR Day incl. CAT 1 approaches, single pilot.
4. IFR Night incl. CAT 1 approaches, single pilot.
5. Flight into Known Icing Conditions.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
ICING LIMITATIONS
Icing conditions can exist when:
The outside air temperature (OAT) on the ground and for takeoff, or total air
temperature (TAT) in flight, is 10C or colder, and visible moisture in any form
is present (such as clouds, fog or mist with visibility of one mile or less, rain
snow, sleet and ice crystals).
The OAT on the ground and for take-off is 10C or colder when operating on
ramps, taxiways or runways, where surface snow, ice, standing water, or slush
may be ingested by the engine, or freeze on the engine, or the engine nacelle.
There are visible signs of ice accretion on the aircraft.
Flight in icing conditions is only approved with all ice protection systems, generator 1
and generator 2 serviceable.
During flight in icing conditions, if there is a failure of any of the aircraft ice protection
systems or generator 1 or generator 2, exit icing conditions. Contact ATC for priority
assistance if required.
Prolonged flight in severe icing conditions should be avoided as this may exceed the
capabilities of the aircraft ice protection systems.
During flight in icing conditions or flight with any visible ice accretion on the airframe,
the following flap maximum extension limits apply:
-
15 FLAP.
0 FLAP.
In the event of a balked landing go-around with residual ice on the airframe, the flaps
should not be retracted from the 15 position.
Flight in freezing rain, freezing fog, freezing drizzle and mixed conditions causing ice
accretion beyond the protected areas of the pneumatic boots is not approved.
The aircraft must be clear of all deposits of snow, ice and frost adhering to the lifting
and control surfaces immediately prior to takeoff.
In the event of a balked landing (go around) with residual ice on the airframe, the
landing gear and flaps may not fully retract after selection.
Operation of the pneumatic de-ice boot system in ambient temperatures below -40C
and above +40C may cause permanent damage to the boots.
The left wing inspection light must be operative prior to flight into known or forecast icing
conditions at night.
Issued: March 30, 2001
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SEVERE ICING CONDITIONS
Severe icing may result from environmental conditions outside of those for which the airplane is
certificated. Flight in freezing rain, freezing drizzle, or mixed icing conditions (supercooled liquid
water and ice crystals) may result in ice build-up on protected surfaces exceeding the capability
of the ice protection system, or may result in ice forming aft of the protected surfaces. This ice
may not be shed using the ice protection systems, and may seriously degrade the performance
and controllability of the airplane.
During flight, severe icing conditions that exceed those for which the airplane is certificated
shall be determined by the following visual cues. If one or more of these visual cues exists,
immediately request priority handling from Air Traffic Control to facilitate a route or an altitude
change to exit the icing conditions:
unusually extensive ice accumulation on the airframe and windshield areas not
normally observed to collect ice
accumulation of ice beyond the active portions of the wing pneumatic boots
Care must be taken when using the autopilot that tactile cues, such as increased aileron forces,
are not masked by the autopilot function. Periodically disengage the autopilot to check for
abnormal forces.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
VFR
DAY
VFR
NIGHT
IFR
DAY
IFR
NIGHT
ICING
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Torquemeter
Propeller Tachometer (NP)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
VFR
DAY
VFR
NIGHT
IFR
DAY
IFR
NIGHT
ICING
Flight Instruments:
Airspeed Indicator
Sensitive Altimeter
Magnetic Compass
Attitude Indicator (EADI)
Attitude Indicator (Self contained)
Rate of Turn Indicator (EADI)
Slip-Skid Indicator (Inclinometer)
Directional Indicator (EHSI)
AHRS
Vertical Speed Indicator
Clock
Engine Instruments (EIS):
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Battery
nd
2 Battery (if installed)
BAT OFF Annunciator
BAT HOT Annunciator (nicad battery)
BATTERY Annunciator
Stall Warning/Stick Pusher System
AOA Probes
PUSHER Annunciator
AIR / GND Annunciator
Vmo Overspeed Aural Warning
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
CAWS
CAWS FAIL Annunciator
GEN 1 LED
GEN 2 LED
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Engine:
Starter Generator
Second Generator
Inertial Separator
INERT SEP Annunciator
Engine Driven Low Pressure Fuel
Pump
FUEL PRESS Annunciator
Electric Wing Tank Fuel Boost Pump
L FUEL PUMP Annunciator
R FUEL PUMP Annunciator
Firewall Fuel Shutoff Valve
FCU Manual Override System
Torque Limiter
PROP LOW P Annunciator
Ignition System
Fire Detect System
ENG FIRE Annunciator
FIRE DETECT Annunciator
OIL QTY Annunciator
CHIP Annunciator
Electrical:
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SYSTEM / EQUIPMENT
VFR
DAY
VFR
NIGHT
IFR
DAY
IFR
NIGHT
ICING
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
3
2
2
1
AR
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1*
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
2
2
1
AR
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1*
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
2
2
1
AR
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
2
2
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Electrical (cont'd):
AV 1 LED
AV 2 LED
BAT 1 LED
BAT 1 HOT LED
BAT 2 LED (if installed)
BAT 2 HOT LED (if installed)
Longitudinal (Stab) Trim System
Alternate Stab Trim System
STAB TRIM Annunciator
Lateral Trim System
Directional Trim System
Triple Trim Indicator
Trim Interrupt System
Windshield Heat
WSHLD HT Annunciator
INVERTER Annunciator
GEN 1 OFF Annunciator
GEN 2 OFF Annunciator
ESNTL BUS Annunciator
AV BUS Annunciator
N ESNTL B Annunciator
BUS TIE Annunciator
Position Lights
Strobe Lights
Landing Lights
Taxi Light
Instrument and Panel Lighting
Audio System
Cockpit Speaker
Cabin Speaker
PUSHER ICE MODE Annunciator
DE ICE BOOTS Annunciator
Deice Boot Timer
AOA Heater LH
AOA Heater RH
Probe Current Monitor
AOA DE ICE Annunciator
* Refer to Section 2 System and Equipment Limits - Heated Windshield for the actual limitation
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SYSTEM / EQUIPMENT
VFR
DAY
VFR
NIGHT
IFR
DAY
IFR
NIGHT
ICING
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
AR
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
5
1
1
1
1
1
1
Electrical (cont'd):
Propeller Deice Timer
Propeller Deice Brush
Propeller Deice MOV
Propeller Deice Boots
Propeller Deice OAT Sensor
PROP DE ICE Annunciator
Left Wing Inspection Light
A/P TRIM Annunciator
A/P DISENG Annunciator
PITOT 1 Annunciator
PITOT 2 Annunciator
STATIC Annunciator
Mechanical Systems :
Landing Gear Actuating System
HYDR Annunciator
Gear Position Indications/Warning
Emergency Gear Extension System
Flap Control & Indication
Flap Interrupt System
FLAPS Annunciator
Seat Restraints (each occupant)
PASS DOOR Annunciator
CAR DOOR Annunciator
Firewall ECS Shutoff Valve
Emergency Ram Air Scoop
Oxygen System
PASS OXY Annunciator
Deice Boot PRV
Deice Boot EFCVs
Deice Boot Pressure Switches
Deice Boot, Inner Wing LH
Deice Boot, Outer Wing LH
Deice Boot, Inner Wing RH
Deice Boot, Outer Wing RH
Deice Boot, Tail LH
Deice Boot, Tail RH
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SYSTEM / EQUIPMENT
VFR
DAY
VFR
NIGHT
IFR
DAY
IFR
NIGHT
ICING
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
FUEL LIMITATIONS
Total Fuel Capacity
30,000 ft (9,144 m)
-55 C (-67 F)
+50 C (122 F)
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
OXYGEN SYSTEM
A minimum oxygen supply of 10 minutes duration for each occupant is required for
dispatch for pressurized flight above FL250.
NOTE
Some National Operating Requirements may require that a
larger quantity of oxygen be carried on the aircraft.
The oxygen system shut-off valve handle in the cockpit must be selected to on prior to
engine start and throughout the duration of flight.
The oxygen masks for the crew must be connected for all flights.
For aircraft with the Corporate Commuter side wall paneling, oxygen masks must be
connected and properly stowed for each passenger prior to takeoff when the aircraft is
to be operated above 10,000 feet.
NOTE
In the executive interior configurations the oxygen masks are
permanently connected.
EFIS
During EFS 40/50 operation, the Bendix/King EFS 40/50 Pilot's Guide must be on
board the airplane and immediately available to the pilot.
Standby artificial horizon must be operational for departure (IFR operation only).
No SG or DU flag may be visible prior to departure (IFR operation only).
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
10
25 C to 50 C OAT
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
AUTOPILOT
During autopilot operation, the Bendix/King KFC 325 Pilot's Guide must be on board
and immediately available to the pilot.
If the autopilot is to be used in flight, the entire preflight test must be successfully
completed prior to each flight.
During autopilot operation, a pilot must be seated in a pilot position with seat belt
fastened.
The autopilot (A/P) and yaw damper (YD) must be OFF during takeoff and landing.
Altitude Select captures below 1000 feet AGL are prohibited.
The autopilot must be disengaged, when the airplane is below 1000 ft AGL, except in
accordance with the conditions given below.
For airplanes equipped with a functioning Pilatus option radar altimeter, the autopilot
must be disengaged below 200 ft AGL during ILS approach operations provided that
the autopilot is coupled to glideslope vertical guidance of 6 or less. The system is
approved for Category 1 operation (Approach mode selected).
In normal operation do not override the autopilot to change pitch or roll attitude.
Continued autopilot operation is prohibited following abnormal operation or
malfunctioning prior to corrective maintenance.
CAUTION
In accordance with FAA recommendation (AC 00-24B), use of
"PITCH ATTITUDE HOLD" mode is recommended during
operation in severe turbulence.
AHRS
Fly straight and level for 1 minute after each 15 minutes of continuous orbiting
maneuvering (not applicable to LCR-93 AHRS).
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
OTHER LIMITATIONS
PASSENGER SEAT LAP BELT EXTENSION
The lap belt extension Part No. 959.30.01.588 (used only with restraint system Part No.
959.30.01.232 or 959.30.01.233 or 959.30.01.584 or 959.30.01.585) or lap belt
extension Part No. 959.30.01.590 (used only with restraint system Part No.
959.30.01.259) can be used on all standard passenger seats Part Nos. 959.30.01.501520 and 525.22.12.011/012. Its use is limited to those who need it and it shall be
handed out by the pilot on a case by case basis before flight. The lap belt extension
must not be used for strapping small children sitting on a persons lap.
CARGO LIMITATIONS
Maximum Freight Load
Cargo must be arranged to permit free access to the left hand cabin door and the right
hand emergency overwing exit. No cargo must be placed on the seats.
All cargo must be secured by approved Cargo Restraints as described in Section 6.
Tie Down Straps with a breaking strength of at least 1800 lb per strap must be used.
All Cargo/Containers must be located against a Retaining Bar secured laterally to the
seat rails.
Items up to a total weight of 66 lb (30 kg) can be stowed in the cabin area without being
strapped down providing a Cargo Net is installed in front of the items.
Cargo Nets may only be installed on the attachments at Frames 24 and 27.
No passengers must be seated rearward of a Cargo Net.
If an extendable baggage net is used the tie down fittings and the cargo strap fittings
must have a minimum space of 5 inches between the fittings.
EXECUTIVE CABIN FLOODLIGHTS
The cabin floodlights that are Pre SB 33-008 in MSN 321 and 401 thru 416 with
executive interiors, shall not be operated on the ground for more than 2 hours in any 4
hour period if the outside air temperature is greater than 25 C.
AFT FACING EXECUTIVE SEATS
For take off and landing the seat headrest must be positioned to support the head.
ALL PASSENGER SEATS
For take off and landing the seat lap and shoulder belts must be fastened and the lap
belt tightened.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
LUGGAGE LIMITATIONS
The luggage area maximum load is given in the following table. The load is dependent on the
aircraft interior configuration and the Part No. of the luggage net installed.
Interior
950.10.00.071 or
Configuration
950.10.00.314
STD-9S
EX-6S-STD-2S
525.25.12.011
525.25.12.037
525.25.12.043
154 lb 70 kg)
EX-4S-STD-4S
EX-6S-1
EX-6S-2
EX-8S
at least 280 mm forward of frame 32, when the net floor attachments are placed at
frame 32 (the most forward position of the net)
at least 340 mm forward of frame 34, when the net floor attachments are placed at
frame 34
When an optional wardrobe is installed, the maximum weight limit for luggage items stowed in
the bottom of the wardrobe is 35 lb (15.9 kg). All stowed luggage in the wardrobe must be
secured with the safety net.
STRUCTURAL LIMITATIONS
Refer to Chapter 4 of the PC-12 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Pilatus Report Number 02049.
SMOKING
Smoking is not permitted in the cabin of aircraft equipped with a standard interior unless
ashtrays are installed.
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PLACARDS - EXTERIOR
On exterior Cabin Door:
120083
OPEN
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
120084
PULL TO OPEN
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
STATIC PRESSURE
KEEP CLEAR
120085
DO NOT PUSH
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
EMERGENCY EXIT
PUSH
PUSH IN AFTER RELEASE
TURBINE OIL
ACCEPTABLE OILS SEE P+W SB 14001
NOTE: The engine oil type used will be added to the placard prior to delivery of the aircraft.
120086
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
GND
FUEL:
ASTM-D-1655 JET A, JET A-1 AND JET B
(CPW 204 SPEC)
TOTAL CAPACITY
770 LTR. 203 US. GAL.
USABLE CAPACITY
761 LTR. 201 US. GAL.
On top surface of each Aileron and three places on top surface of each flap:
DO NOT PUSH
On the main landing gear doors:
120155
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PLACARDS - COCKPIT
On the Instrument Panel:
VFE UP TO 15
163 KIAS
Vo (4500KG)
158
KIAS
V (2600KG)
o
120
KIAS
VMO
236
KIAS
MMO
0.48
TOTAL USABLE
CAPACITY
1521 LTR
402 US. GAL
2704 LBS JET-A1
177 KIAS
VLE
236 KIAS
120156
VLO
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
MAXIMUM CABIN
DIFF. PRESS. = 5.75 PSID
On Center Console:
ON
MAX
MAX
M
A
N
U
A
L
P
O
W
E
R
O
V
E
R
R
I
D
E
C
O
N
T
R
O
L
OFF
FLIGHT
IDLE
F
L
I
G
H
T
G
R
O
U
N
D
R
E
V
E
R
S
E
C
O
N
D
I
T
I
O
N
GROUND
IDLE
F
L
A
P
15
E
30
CUT-OFF
FEATHER
Y
G
40
OFF
CAUTION
120157
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
FUEL
ECS
EMERG
SHUT OFF
EMERG
SHUT OFF
PULL
PULL
OFF
ON
120158
AUTO
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
STANDBY COMPASS
STANDBY COMPASS
Near DV Window:
DV WINDOW
PRESS BUTTON
AND PULL INWARDS
DN
LH
CWS
RH
A/P DISC
UP
ICS
TRIM ENGAGE
PUSHER INTR
MAP LIGHT
PTT
120159
OXYGEN
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PLACARDS - CABIN
The following standard placards are installed in all aircraft.
EXIT
DO NOT OPERATE IN FLIGHT
CLOSED
DO NOT OPEN DOOR WHEN
ENGINE IS RUNNING
UNLESS IN EMERGENCY
OPEN
120070
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
EXIT
PULL
120160
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
Max Load on
Floor Panels
1000 kg/m 2
205 lb/ft2
600 kg/m 2
125 lb/ft 2
FR 24
FR 27
FR 34
120161
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
On the rear of the left and right cockpit bulkheads, and on the rear of each seat:
FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING
- FASTEN SEAT BELT
- SEAT BACK MUST BE FULLY UPRIGHT
NO SMOKING
Near each Passenger Oxygen Outlet and Cover:
OXYGEN
INTERIOR CODE:
STD-9S
(SEE AFM/POH SECTION 6)
120162
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
120163
INTERIOR CODE:
STD - 6S - 3B
(SEE AFM/POH SECTION 6)
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
OXYGEN MASK
OXYGEN MASK
DO NOT SMOKE
WHILE OXYGEN
IN USE
120165
INTERIOR CODE:
EX - 6S-2
(SEE AFM/POH SECTION 6)
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
120167
INTERIOR CODE:
EX - 4S - 3B
(SEE AFM/POH SECTION 6)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
CONTENTS
Paragraph
Subject
Page
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3-1
3.1
GENERAL
3-1
3.2
3-2
3.3
REJECTED TAKEOFF
3-4
3.4
ENGINE FAILURE
3-5
3.4.1
3.4.2
3-5
3-5
3.4.5
3.5
AIR START
3-9
3.5.1
3.5.2
3-9
3-10
3.6
ENGINE EMERGENCIES
3-11
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4
3.6.5
3.6.6
3.6.7
3.6.8
3.6.9
3.6.10
3.6.11
OIL PRESSURE
OIL TEMPERATURE
OIL CONTAMINATION CAWS CHIP
OIL QUANTITY ON GROUND
OIL CONTAMINATION EIS CHIP
PROPELLER - LOW PITCH
PROPELLER - OVERSPEED
PROPELLER - UNDERSPEED
ENGINE TORQUE
ENGINE ITT
ENGINE NG
3-11
3-11
3-11
3-12
3-12
3-12
3-13
3-13
3-14
3-14
3-14
3.4.3
3.4.4
3-6
3-6
3-8
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Paragraph
Subject
Page
3.7
3-16
3.7.1
3.7.2
3.7.3
3-16
3-16
3-17
3.8
EMERGENCY DESCENT
3-19
3.8.1
3.8.2
3-19
3-20
3.8.4
GENERAL
MAXIMUM RANGE DESCENT - AFTER ENGINE FAIL SINGLE BATTERY
MAXIMUM RANGE DESCENT - AFTER ENGINE FAIL DUAL BATTERY
MAXIMUM RATE DESCENT
3-23
3.9
EMERGENCY LANDING
3-26
3.9.1
3.9.2
3.9.3
3.9.4
3.9.5
3.9.6
3.9.7
3-26
3-27
3-28
3-29
3-29
3-30
3-30
3.9.8
3.9.9
3.10
3-32
3.10.1
3.10.2
3.10.3
3-32
3-32
3-33
3.11
FLAPS FAILURE
3-34
3.12
3-35
3.13
3-36
3.13.1
3.13.2
PUSHER
SHAKER
3-36
3-37
3.14
ELECTRICAL TRIM
3-38
3.14.1
3.14.2
3.14.3
3.14.4
TRIM RUNAWAY
STABILIZER TRIM
NO MAIN STABILIZER TRIM
NO STABILIZER TRIM, MAIN OR ALTERNATE
3-38
3-38
3-38
3-38
3.8.3
3-22
3-31
3-31
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Paragraph
Subject
Page
3.15
3-39
3.15.1
3.15.2
3.15.3
3.15.4
3.15.5
3.15.6
3.15.7
3.15.8
3.15.9
3.15.10
ESNTL BUS
BAT HOT
GEN 1 OFF
GEN 2 OFF
BAT OFF
INVERTER
BUS TIE
AV BUS
N ESNTL BUS
BATTERY
3-39
3-41
3-42
3-43
3-43
3-43
3-44
3-44
3-45
3-45
3.16
3-46
3.17
FUEL SYSTEM
3-48
3.17.1
3.17.2
3.17.3
3.17.4
3.17.5
3.17.6
3-48
3-49
3-50
3-52
3-53
3-54
3.18
3-55
3.18.1
3-18-2
3-18-3
3-55
3-56
3-57
3.19
DEICE SYSTEMS
3-58
3.19.1
3.19.2
3.19.3
3.19.4
3.19.5
3.19.6
3-58
3-59
3-60
3-61
3-62
3-63
3.19.7
3.20
MISCELLANEOUS
3-65
3.20.1
3.20.2
3.20.3
3.20.4
AIR GND
PASSENGER AND CARGO DOOR
CRACKED WINDOW IN FLIGHT
ATTITUDE AND HEADING REFERENCE SYSTEM
(AHRS) FAILURE
EFIS FAILURE
PITOT/STATIC SYSTEM FAILURE
MALFUNCTIONS
WHEEL BRAKE FAILURE
3-65
3-66
3-67
3-68
3.20.5
3.20.6
3.20.7
3.20.8
3-64
3-68
3-69
3-69
3-69
Report No: 02211
3-iii
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Paragraph
3.20.9
Subject
CAWS MALFUNCTION
Page
3-70
3.21
AUTOPILOT
3-71
3.21.1
3.21.2
CHECKLIST
AMPLIFIED MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES
3-71
3-73
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.1
GENERAL
The recommended action to be taken in case of failure or in emergency situations are
contained in this section. Some situations require rapid action, leaving little time to
consult the emergency procedures. Prior knowledge of these procedures and a good
understanding of the aircraft system is a prerequisite for safe aircraft handling.
KNOW YOUR AIRCRAFT AND BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH
IMPORTANT EMERGENCY PROCEDURES.
The emergency procedures use the terms Land as soon as possible and Land as
soon as practical. For the purpose of these procedures the meanings are as follows:
Land as soon as possible Land without delay at the nearest airport where a safe
approach and landing is reasonably assured
Land as soon as practical Landing airport and duration of flight are at the
discretion of the pilot. Extended flight beyond the nearest suitable airport is not
recommended
Emergency procedures alone cannot protect against all situations. Good airmanship
must be used in conjunction with the emergency procedures to manage the
emergency. It is good practice during the emergency procedures, where CAWS
annunciations are given, to check the circuit breaker panels to ensure there are no
open circuit breakers related to the CAWS annunciation.
A.
WARNING SYSTEMS:
The PC-12 is fitted with a comprehensive warning system.
The Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) contains:
RED WARNINGS which require immediate action.
AMBER CAUTIONS which advise that a system is not functioning or is an alert
to a precautionary situation.
GREEN ADVISORIES which indicate a system is functioning.
Whenever a CAWS red or amber caption illuminates, the MASTER WARNING
or CAUTION will illuminate. A voice callout will also be given with all red
annunciations and an aural gong will sound with all amber annunciations.
The Engine Instrument System (EIS) contains:
Red warnings and amber caution annunciators to advise of out of limit
parameters on the engine display. The relevant parameter display will blink at
defined rates.
Whenever an EIS red warning or amber caution illuminates the MASTER
WARNING or CAUTION will also illuminate.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
B.
AURAL WARNINGS
Aural warnings are provided to warn of an aircraft or flap overspeed, stall
conditions and possible landing gear-up approach to landing. When the
autopilot is engaged, aural warnings also indicate the approach to, or deviation
from, selected altitude and/ or autopilot disconnects or system failures.
Voice call outs are also provided to warn of a stall condition, decision height
reached and an engine warning condition.
CAWS and EIS warnings and cautions will remain illuminated as long as the
initiating condition exists. The MASTER WARNING and CAUTION lamps
should be pressed to reset them for further failures once the failure is identified.
3.2
B.
158 KIAS
155 KIAS
151 KIAS
145 KIAS
141 KIAS
137 KIAS
133 KIAS
129 KIAS
124 KIAS
120 KIAS
114 KIAS
110 KIAS
106 KIAS
102 KIAS
97 KIAS
93 KIAS
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
C.
134 KIAS
108 KIAS
108 KIAS
108 KIAS
134 KIAS
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.3
REJECTED TAKEOFF
1.
PCL
Idle
2.
Reverse
As required
3.
Braking
As required
PCL
Idle
5.
Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
6.
7.
Operate
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.4
ENGINE FAILURE
3.4.1
Idle
2. Braking
As required
Cut-off/Feather
Operate
2. Flaps
40
84 KIAS
4. PCL
Idle
5. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Operate
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.4.3
Down
Override
3. Flaps
40
98 KIAS
84 KIAS
5. PCL
Idle
6. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Flaps 15
Flaps 40
Operate
1. PCL
Idle
6.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
CAUTION
WHEN MOR IS IN OPERATION, DO NOT PERMIT NG TO
FALL BELOW 65% AND OBSERVE ENGINE LIMITATIONS.
In descent and until touch down maintain at least 75% Ng.
WARNING
DEPENDING ON AIRFIELD CONDITIONS AND AIRCRAFT
WEIGHT AND CONFIGURATION, THE AVAILABLE POWER
MIGHT NOT BE SUFFICIENT TO ENSURE A GO AROUND.
8. Touch down, Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
WARNING
DO NOT MOVE PCL AFT OF IDLE DETENT.
TOTAL LANDING DISTANCE IS INCREASED BY A FACTOR
OF 2.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE MOR ON GROUND FOR TAXIING.
NOTE
For complete MOR description and operation refer to Section 7
Manual Override Lever.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.4.5
Idle
2. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
3. Remaining fuel
Check
4. Air start
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.5
AIR START
3.5.1
ALTITUDE - FEET
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
0,000
75
100
125
150
175
AIRSPEED - KIAS
200
225
250
120001
50
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.5.2
Idle
2. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Full in
4.
Electrical loads
Reduce
5.
ECS
OFF
6. GEN 1 and 2
OFF
7. BAT 1 switch
BAT 2 switch
ON
nd
ON (if 2 battery installed)
Check
CAUTION
10. Ignition
ON
GROUND IDLE
Monitor
AUTO
FLIGHT IDLE
ON
As required
17. ECS
AUTO
NOTE
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.6
ENGINE EMERGENCIES
3.6.1
OIL PRESSURE
Indications:
1. Ng
Check above 72 %
2. Torque
3. Aircraft
Indications:
EIS caution oil blinks 40/min and/or EIS warning oil blinks
80/min. Oil Px below 60 PSI or above 135 PSI
4. Aircraft
If possible always retain glide capability to the selected landing area in case of
total engine failure.
3.6.2
OIL TEMPERATURE
Indications:
1. PCL
Reduce power.
Extend
A. ON GROUND:
Before engine start:
DO NOT START ENGINE
After engine start or after landing.
RETURN TO PARKING AREA.
SHUT DOWN ENGINE.
INSPECT CHIP DETECTOR(S) AND ENGINE, IF REQUIRED.
B. IN FLIGHT
CHECK AND MONITOR ENGINE PARAMETERS
REDUCE POWER TO MINIMUM REQUIRED FOR SAFE FLIGHT
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICAL
After landing:
INSPECT CHIP DETECTOR(S) AND ENGINE, IF REQUIRED.
3.6.4
A.
Indication
Indication
1. PCL
Cut-off/Feather
Carry out emergency descent (Sect. 3.8) and landing (Sect. 3.9)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.6.7
PROPELLER - OVERSPEED
Indications:
1. PCL
REDUCE POWER.
2. AIRCRAFT SPEED
REDUCE
2. Aircraft speed
3. Aircraft
If possible always retain glide capability, to the selected landing airfield, in case
of total propeller failure.
In the event of heavy vibration or uncontrolled speed runaway, be prepared to
shut down engine.
3.6.8
4. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
5. Aircraft
PROPELLER - UNDERSPEED
A. IN FLIGHT
Indications:
1. PCL
Increase power
2. Aircraft speed
Increase
B. ON GROUND
Indications:
1. PCL
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.6.9
ENGINE TORQUE
Indications:
1. TORQUE
Reduce power
1. ITT
Reduce power
3.6.11 ENGINE NG
Indication:
1. NG
Check NG % indication
If NG is above 104%:
2. PCL
Reduce power
3. Aircraft speed
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
4. Aircraft
If NG is below 60%:
5. PCL
Increase power
6. Aircraft speed
Increase
Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.7
3.7.2
1. PCL
Idle
2. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Pull
5. Radio
Emergency call
6. Electrical Power
7. Parking brake
8. Aircraft
Evacuate
9. Fire
Extinguish
1. Engine Power
Pull
3. Oxygen masks
ON
7. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Carry out emergency descent (Sect. 3.8) and/or emergency landing (Sect. 3.9)
procedures.
Report No: 02211
3-16
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.7.3
ON (all occupants)
100%
3. PASSENGER OXYGEN
selector
ON
4. Passengers
6. Aircraft
7. Aircraft
Pull
DUMP
Open
d. Fans
On
8. Fire Extinguisher
Use if required
WARNING
DO NOT PULL THE FOLLOWING CIRCUIT BREAKERS
ASSOCIATED WITH THE AUXILIARY HEATING SYSTEM:
COND CTL
CABIN FAN
U/F FAN
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
If smoke/fumes still persist and source is suspected electrical:
10. BUS TIE CB (overhead panel)
Pull
Pull
OFF
ON
14. GEN 2
OFF
ON
16. BAT 1
OFF
OFF
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.8
EMERGENCY DESCENT
3.8.1
GENERAL
The type of emergency descent will depend on the kind of failure and the
aircraft situation.
Two types of descent are considered:
1. Engine failure, aircraft flown for maximum range.
2. Engine running, maximum descent rate.
The factors to be considered are:
i)
ii)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.8.2
Idle
2. Condition lever
3. Aircraft configuration
5. All occupants
6. Oxygen masks
8. Electrical load
a. External lights
b. De-ice systems
c. Internal lights
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
d. Nav/Com 2
Off
e. ADF
Off
f.
Transponder
g. Wx Radar
If time permits, pulling the following CBs will assist to reduce electrical
load:
RMI 1
Avionics 1 bus
Avionics 1 bus
Avionics 2 bus
Avionics 2 bus
LH PITOT DE ICE
Generator 1 bus
NOTE
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.8.3
Idle
2. Condition lever
3. Aircraft configuration
5. Autopilot
6. All occupants
7. Oxygen masks
9. Electrical load
a. External lights
b. De-ice systems
c. LH PITOT DE ICE circuit
breaker
(Generator 1 bus bar)
Report No: 02211
3-22
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
CAUTION
MONITOR BAT 1 AND BAT 2 AMPS. IF ONE INDICATION
IS POSITIVE, SWITCH OFF AFFECTED BATTERY.
AFTER 5 MINS BATTERY CAN BE SWITCHED ON
AGAIN. IF INDICATION STILL POSITIVE SWITCH
BATTERY OFF.
NOTE
During extended glide period engine low oil quantity
warning may appear - disregard for air start.
Engine restart soon as possible (if applicable) refer to Sect 3.5
perform only one start attempt
If engine restart was not successful or not applicable:
10. Rate of descent
IDLE
2. Landing gear
3. Aircraft speed
MMO/VMO
4. All occupants
5. Oxygen masks
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
6. Passenger Oxygen
As required
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
25,000
ALTITUDE - FEET
20,000
MAXIMUM RANGE
DESCENT
15,000
10,000
10
20
30
40
DISTANCE - NM
50
60
70
80
120192
5,000
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9
EMERGENCY LANDING
3.9.1
UP
2. Flaps
3. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9.2
Idle
2. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Pull
4. Electrical load
Reduce
DUMP
7. Seat backs
Upright
8. Seat belts
9. Passengers
DOWN
UP
12. Flaps
40
NOTE
To silence the flap aural warning pull the AUDIO circuit breaker
(Battery busbar).
13. Final approach speed
84 KIAS
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9.3
Reduce
3. Passengers
Brief
4. Flaps
40
84 KIAS
6. Touchdown
Idle
Cut-off/Feather
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9.4
Brief
2. Flaps
40
84 KIAS
Cut-off/Feather
6. Electrical Power
Brief
2. Approach
Standard
3. Flaps
40
84 KIAS
5. ECS Switch
Dump
Idle
7. Condition lever
Cut-off/Feather
Pull
9. Flare out
AFTER TOUCH DOWN:
10. Electrical Power
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9.6
Brief
2. Landing gear
Down
3. Flaps
40
90 KIAS
FLAPS
LAND
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.9.8
Down
118 KIAS
4. Landing
Normal
5. Braking
As required
6. Reverse
As required
DITCHING
1. Landing gear
Up
Brief
3. Flaps
40
84 KIAS
5. ECS switch
Dump
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.10 LANDING GEAR/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE
3.10.1 LANDING GEAR FAILS TO RETRACT
Indications:
ON
ON
Continuously illuminated
- requires maintenance.
B. IN FLIGHT:
CAWS HYDR caution continuously illuminated:
1. HYDR CTL circuit breaker
(Non Essential busbar)
Pull
2. Airspeed
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.10.3 EMERGENCY EXTENSION
Indications:
1. Airspeed
110 KIAS
2. Selector
Down
Activate
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.11 FLAPS FAILURE
A.
FAILURE ON GROUND
Indication:
If not tripped:
2. FLAP RESET switch
(on maintenance panel,
right sidewall behind copilot
seat)
FAILURE IN FLIGHT
Indication:
1. Airspeed
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.12 STICK PUSHER FAILURE
Indication:
A.
ON GROUND:
1. Pusher Test
Carry out
IN FLIGHT:
1. Pusher Test
Carry out
Flaps 0
Flaps 15
Flaps 40
118 KIAS
98 KIAS
84 KIAS
WARNING
STALLS MUST BE AVOIDED WHEN THE STICK PUSHER IS
INOPERATIVE. EXCESSIVE WING DROP AND ALTITUDE
LOSS MAY RESULT DURING STALL WITH FLAPS DOWN
AND/OR WHEN POWER IS APPLIED.
CAUTION
STALL SPEEDS IN TURNS ARE HIGHER.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.13 INADVERTENT PUSHER/SHAKER OPERATION
3.13.1 PUSHER
Indication:
Pull
WARNING
NATURAL STALLS ARE NOT PREVENTED WITH THE
STICK PUSHER INOPERATIVE.
STALLS MUST BE AVOIDED WHEN THE STICK PUSHER IS
INOPERATIVE. EXCESSIVE WING DROP AND ALTITUDE
LOSS MAY RESULT DURING STALL WITH FLAPS DOWN
AND/OR WHEN POWER IS APPLIED.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.13.2 SHAKER
Indication:
1. AOA
Decrease
2. IAS
Increase
Pull
Pull
WARNING
APPROACHES TO STALLS ARE NOT WARNED AND
NATURAL STALLS ARE NOT PREVENTED WITH THE
STICK SHAKER INOPERATIVE.
STALLS MUST BE AVOIDED WHEN THE STICK PUSHER IS
INOPERATIVE. EXCESSIVE WING DROP AND ALTITUDE
LOSS MAY RESULT DURING STALL WITH FLAPS DOWN
AND/OR WHEN POWER IS APPLIED.
5. Refer Stick Pusher failure (Sect. 3.12)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.14 ELECTRICAL TRIM
3.14.1 TRIM RUNAWAY
Indication:
INTR
2. CB of failed trim
Pull
NORM
NOTE
Reduce speed if control forces are high.
If main stabilizer trim has failed:
4. Pitch trim
Check at NORM
Operate as reqd
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES
3.15.1 ESNTL BUS
Off
3. Bus is off-line
1. INVERTER switch
GEN
Operate if required
NOTE
Operation of the EFIS CMPST switch with the autopilot
engaged, will cause the autopilot to disengage.
3. Pitch Trim
Use alternate
Aircraft
Engine Start/relight
Stick pusher
Propeller feather
Landing gear Indications
Fire detection
Fuel quantity sensing
Standby attitude (operative with EPS option)
Fuel pump LH
Air/ground system
Int + ext lights (partial)
ECS
Main pitch trim
Aileron trim
AOA plate heaters
Report No: 02211
3-39
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
B. GEN 1 BUS FAIL
1. INVERTER switch
BAT
Operate if required
3. Aircraft
Wing deice
LH Windshield heat
Taxi light
Wing inspection light
Cabin electrical heater
AOA vane heaters
Pitot/static heating system
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15.2 BAT HOT
CAWS CAUTION
Check
OFF
ON (Once only)
NOTE
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15.3 GEN 1 OFF
CAWS CAUTION
Confirm ON
2. GEN 1 reset
Press
ON
5. EIS
6. Overhead panel
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15.4 GEN 2 OFF
CAWS CAUTION
Confirm ON
OFF then ON
4. Overhead panel
CAWS CAUTION
1. Overhead Panel
Confirm ON
3. Overhead Panel
4. Overhead panel
1. Overhead panel
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15.7 BUS TIE
CAWS CAUTION
1. EIS
Overhead panel
IF NO RESET:
Continue flight using remaining electrical services.
3. GEN 2
3.15.8 AV BUS
2. Overhead panel
AV 1 and AV 2 switches
Confirm set to ON
3. If AV 1 bus failed
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.15.9 N ESNTL BUS CAWS CAUTION
Normally indicates automatic load shedding after GEN 1 failure.
A. If GEN 1 OFF, caution is illuminated - refer to GEN 1 OFF (Sect. 3.15.3)
B. If GEN 1 charge current is positive:
1. NON ESS OVRD switch
to OVRD position
OFF
CAWS CAUTION
OFF
ON (once only)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.16 ENGINE INSTRUMENT SYSTEM (EIS) FAILURE
Indication:
1.
Press
Digital readouts of ITT and Torque will replace the normal digital OAT C and
ENDUR hours and minutes readouts on the EIS Display.
Indication:
Press
Note failure code
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
PARAMETER OUT OF RANGE ACTION:
RED
ACTION:
Torque
ITT
Oil Temperature
Oil Pressure
DC Volts
AMBER
ACTION:
Torque
ITT
Oil Temperature
Oil Pressure
DC Volts
DC AMPS
OAT
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17 FUEL SYSTEM
3.17.1 LOW FUEL PRESSURE
Indication:
1. Power
2. Fuel pumps
ON
3. Fuel state
Monitor
If there are 2 segments or more difference between the left and right:
4. Fuel pump (emptier side)
AUTO
5. Fuel state
Monitor
ON
7. Aircraft
AUTO
ON
10. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17.2 FUEL QUANTITY LOW
Indication:
1. FUEL indications
Check
If no fuel leak is suspected and both fuel low quantity cautions are on:
3. Fuel pumps
ON
4. Power
5. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17.3 AUTO FUEL BALANCING FAILURE
Indication:
A. ON GROUND
1. Fuel L and R indications
WARNING
IF THERE ARE 4 SEGMENTS OR MORE DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN LEFT AND RIGHT DO NOT TAKE OFF.
If Fuel pump on fuller side is not running:
2. Fuel pump (fuller side)
ON
3. Fuel state
Monitor
AUTO
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
B. IN FLIGHT
1. Fuel L and R indications
CAUTION
IF THERE ARE 3 SEGMENTS OR MORE DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN LEFT AND RIGHT, POSSIBLE AILERON
DEFLECTION REQUIRED FOR WINGS LEVEL FLIGHT,
ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEED.
If fuel leak from one wing is suspected:
2. Aircraft
Reset
ON
5. FUEL PUMP CB
(on emptier side)
(Battery or Generator 1 busbar)
Pull
6. Fuel state
Monitor.
Fuel Pumps
Reset
AUTO.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ON
Pull
3. Fuel state
Monitor
If a prompt landing is not possible, keep high IAS to nearest airfield and
consider burning off fuel until the fuel imbalance is not greater than 5 segments
for landing. Use flaps up to keep approach speed high.
.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17.5 LOSS OF FUEL QUANTITY INDICATION
CAUTION
THE AUTOMATIC FUEL BALANCING SYSTEM MAY NOT BE
OPERATIVE.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17.6 FUEL PUMP FAILURE
Indication:
1. Fuel pump(s)
AUTO
Reset
Reset
Reset
Monitor
If fuel imbalance:
6. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.18 CABIN CONDITIONING FAILURES
3.18.1 CABIN PRESSURIZATION FAILURE
Indication:
1. Pressure Indication:
A. If CAB P
Check
IF UNSUCCESSFUL:
3. ECS switch
OFF
Pull
5. Oxygen masks
ON
8. Emergency descent
ON
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
e. Post SB 23-004 and MSN 501 and UP:
Set MASK/MIC switch on the sidewall to MASK.
2. PASSENGER OXYGEN valve AUTO/ON
3. Passengers
4. ECS switch
Check AUTO
Check AUTO
IF UNSUCCESSFUL:
7. Limit flight altitude to maintain cabin altitude < 10,000 ft.
8. If necessary carry out emergency descent.
3.18.2 TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
1. ECS switch
MAN
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.18.3 ECS FAILURE
Indication:
OFF
3. ECS switch
AUTO
IF UNSUCCESSFUL:
4. ECS SWITCH
OFF
Pull
ON
AUTO/ON
8. Passengers
9. Emergency descent
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19 DEICE SYSTEMS
3.19.1 PROPELLER DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
2. PROP switch
Push to ON
6. Aircraft
8. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.2 BOOT DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
2. PCL
Increase power
3. BOOTS switch
Push to ON
7. BOOTS switch
Push to off
8. Aircraft
9. Aircraft
Flaps as reqd
Limited to 0
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.3 INERTIAL SEPARATOR FAILURE
Indication:
INERT SEP
CAWS CAUTION
WARNING
AN INERTIAL SEPARATOR FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
CAN CAUSE DEGRADATION OF THE AIRCRAFT ENGINE
PERFORMANCE (AN INCREASE IN ITT).
AN
INERTIAL
SEPARATOR
FAILURE
DURING
OPERATIONS
IN
FOREIGN
OBJECT
DAMAGE
ENVIRONMENTS (FOD) MAY CAUSE LONG TERM ENGINE
DETERIORATION AND SHOULD BE REPORTED FOR POST
FLIGHT MAINTENANCE.
1. INERT SEP switch
Push to OPEN
6. Aircraft
7. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.4 WINDSHIELD DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
2. LH WSH switch
4. RH WSH switch
Use RH windshield
8. Aircraft
10. DV window
Use, if required.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.5 AOA PROBE DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
AOA DE ICE
CAWS CAUTION
WARNING
AN AOA PROBE DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
CAN CAUSE A FALSE ACTIVATION OF THE STALL
PROTECTION SYSTEM.
1. LH AOA SENS DE ICE
circuit breaker
(Generator 2 busbar)
4. PROBES switch
5. PROBES switch
Push to ON
9. Landing approach
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.6 PITOT AND STATIC PROBE DEICE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
CAWS CAUTION
WARNING
A PITOT AND STATIC DEICE FAILURE IN ICING
CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT INDICATION
ON THE ASI AND/OR ALTIMETER AND VSI.
1. PROBES switch
2. LH PITOT DE ICE
circuit breaker
(Generator 1 busbar)
3. LH STATIC DE ICE
circuit breaker
(Generator 1 busbar)
4. RH PITOT DE ICE
circuit breaker
(Generator 2 busbar)
5. RH STATIC DE ICE
circuit breaker
(Generator 2 busbar)
Disconnect
8. Aircraft
9. Aircraft
10. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.19.7 PUSHER ICE MODE FAILURE IN ICING CONDITIONS
Indication:
5. PROP DE ICE
circuit breakers
(Battery and Generator 1 busbar)
8. Aircraft
9. Landing approach
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20 MISCELLANEOUS
3.20.1 AIR GND
Active
Pressurization
Transponder
IF NO EFFECT:
Stick pusher
Inoperative
Transponder
Not operative
Hydraulic Pump
ECS
Prop deice
PROP LOW P
STAB TRIM
HYDR
The EIS propeller caution and warnings may be incorrect.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20.2 PASSENGER AND CARGO DOOR
Indication:
A. ON GROUND:
B. DURING FLIGHT:
CAUTION
DO NOT ADJUST THE POSITION OF THE DOOR HANDLES
IN FLIGHT.
1. All occupants
2. Airspeed
3. Aircraft
4. Cabin Pressure
5. Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20.3 CRACKED WINDOW IN FLIGHT
1.
All occupants
2.
Airspeed
3.
Aircraft
4.
Cabin Pressure
5.
Aircraft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20.4 ATTITUDE AND HEADING REFERENCE SYSTEM (AHRS) FAILURE
Indication:
OFF
OFF
Pull
OFF
OFF
7. Aircraft
9. Aircraft
Select AHRS 2
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20.5 EFIS FAILURE
Indication:
DU goes blank.
CMPST
NOTE
Probes switch
Check ON
3.20.7 MALFUNCTIONS
A
If ASI malfunctions:
Cruise and descent
Approach
B. If Altimeter malfunctions:
Below 10,000 ft
Depressurize aircraft.
DUMP
Landing + Taxi
1)
2)
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.20.8 CAWS MALFUNCTION
Indication:
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.21 AUTOPILOT
3.21.1 CHECKLIST
The four step procedure listed under paragraph A should be among the basic
airplane emergency procedures that are committed to memory. It is important
that the pilot be proficient in accomplishing all four steps without reference to
this manual.
A. Autopilot Malfunction (abrupt control and/or airplane motion, or AP TRIM
CAWS warning annunciation with a voice callout Warning, Autopilot
Trim).
Accomplish Items 1 and 2 simultaneously.
1. Airplane Control Wheel - GRASP FIRMLY and regain aircraft control.
2
Alt Loss
300 ft
Maneuvering
20 ft
APR 3 ILS
70 ft
APR 6 ILS
40 ft
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
B. Autopilot Disengagement. The autopilot may be manually disengaged by
any of the following methods:
1. Press the Autopilot Disengage switch on the pilot's or copilot's control
wheel.
2. Actuate the airplane Electric Stabilizer Manual Trim Engage switch
(momentary).
3. Press the autopilot (AP) mode selector switch (disengage).
4. Pull the AUTOPILOT circuit breaker (Avionic 2 busbar).
5. AVIONICS MASTER 2 switch to the off position.
C. Airplane Stall - Automatic Autopilot disengagement will occur by the stall
warning system if stick shaker speed is approached.
D. Aileron (amber ROLL) mistrim:
NOTE
In the case of an aileron out of trim force for longer than 6
seconds, a steady, yellow, ROLL annunciation will appear on
the EADI. The annunciation will flash after 10 seconds if not
attended to. Failure to retrim at this point may result in either
roll forces exceeding the authority of the autopilot or a sharp
rolling motion upon autopilot disconnect. Autopilot operation in
the presence of a continuing roll annunciation should not be
continued.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.21.2 AMPLIFIED MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES
The following paragraphs are presented to supply additional information for the
purpose of providing the pilot with a more complete understanding of the
recommended course of action for an emergency situation.
1. An autopilot or autopilot trim disengage occurs when there is an
uncommanded deviation in the airplane flight path due to a system
malfunction. In some cases, and especially for autopilot trim, there may be
little to no airplane motion, yet the red AP TRIM annunciator may illuminate
and the voice callout Warning, Autopilot Trim heard. The KFC 325
autopilot incorporates monitors that detect abnormal airplane motion,
therefore, if the airplane for any reason is moved rapidly in pitch or roll the
autopilot may be disconnected automatically.
The main concern in reacting to an autopilot or autopilot trim malfunction,
or to an automatic disconnect of the autopilot, is in maintaining control of
the airplane. Immediately grasp the control wheel and press the Autopilot
Disengage Switch. Manipulate the controls as required to safely maintain
operation of the airplane within all of its operating limitations. Manual trim
should be used as needed to relieve control forces.
With the AP and YD mode OFF or disengaged, the servo motors are no
longer connected to the airplane's flight controls; autopilot trim will also be
isolated from the alternate pitch trim and rudder trim system. Finally, the
AUTOPILOT circuit breakers must be pulled to completely disable these
systems.
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-ENGAGE THE AUTOPILOT
FOLLOWING AN AUTOPILOT/ AUTOTRIM MALFUNCTION
UNTIL CORRECTIVE SERVICE ACTION HAS BEEN
PERFORMED ON THE SYSTEM.
2. It is important that all portions of the autopilot system are preflight tested
prior to each flight in accordance with the procedures published herein in
order to assure their integrity and continued safe operation during flight. As
a safety feature, autopilot functions cannot be engaged prior to successful
completion of the preflight test (mode controller TEST), due to an
integrated
system
lock-out.
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
SECTION 4
NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
CONTENTS
Paragraph
Subject
Page
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4-1
4.1
GENERAL
4-1
4.2
4-2
4.3
PREFLIGHT INSPECTION
4-3
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
4.3.7
4.3.8
EMPENNAGE
RIGHT WING TRAILING EDGE
RIGHT WING LEADING EDGE
NOSE SECTION
LEFT WING LEADING EDGE
LEFT WING TRAILING EDGE
CABIN
COCKPIT
4-3
4-4
4-4
4-5
4-6
4-6
4-7
4-7
4.4
4-9
4.4.1
PROCEDURE
4-9
4.5
ENGINE STARTING
4-11
4.5.1
4.5.2
4-11
4-13
4.6
BEFORE TAXIING
4-14
4.7
TAXIING
4-16
4.8
BEFORE TAKEOFF
4-16
4.9
TAKEOFF
4-18
4.10
4-19
4.11
CLIMB
4-21
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Paragraph
Subject
Page
4.12
CRUISE
4-21
4.13
DESCENT
4-22
4.14
BEFORE LANDING
4-22
4.14.1
4.14.2
APPROACH CHECK
FINAL CHECK
4-22
4-23
4.15
4-24
4.16
LANDING
4-25
4.16.1
4.16.2
NORMAL
SHORT FIELD
4-25
4-25
4.17
AFTER LANDING
4-25
4.18
SHUTDOWN
4-26
4.19
OXYGEN SYSTEM
4-28
4.20
AUTOPILOT
4-31
4.20.1
4.20.2
4-31
4-43
4.21
NOISE LEVEL
4-43
AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES
4.22
CROSSWIND OPERATION
4-44
4.23
4-45
4.24
4-50
4.25
4-50
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.1
GENERAL
This section provides the normal operating procedures. All of the procedures required
by regulation as well as those procedures which have been determined as necessary
for the operation of this airplane are provided.
Normal operating procedures associated with optional systems or equipment which
require supplements are contained in Section 9, Supplements.
Pilots must familiarize themselves with these procedures to become proficient in the
normal operation of the airplane.
It is recommended that these procedures be followed for the normal operation of the
aircraft, however a Short Checklist has been produced on an easy to use card. When
the aircraft has been in extended storage, had recent major maintenance or been
operated from prepared unpaved surfaces the full preflight inspection procedure given
in this section is recommended.
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.2
79 KIAS
73 KIAS
Maximum Climb:
Best Angle (VX)
110 KIAS
120 KIAS
115 KIAS
110 KIAS
130 KIAS
158 KIAS
( = 15)
(>15)
163 KIAS
130 KIAS
177 KIAS
177 KIAS
236 KIAS
118 KIAS
98 KIAS
89 KIAS
84 KIAS
108 KIAS
95 KIAS
85 KIAS
84 KIAS
108 KIAS
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind for Takeoff and Landing (not a limitation):
Flaps 0
Flaps 15
Flaps 30
Flaps 40 (landing only)
4.3
30 kts
25 kts
20 kts
15 kts
PREFLIGHT INSPECTION
4.3.1
EMPENNAGE
1. Luggage
2. Cargo
(Combi Interior)
4. Cargo Door
5. Hydraulic system
6. Cargo Door
7. Static ports
8. Tail tie-down
DISCONNECTED
CLOSED
INTACT
CHECK VISUALLY
CHECK VISUALLY
CHECK VISUALLY
CHECK VISUALLY
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK CLOSED
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.3.2
4.3.3.
CHECK CONDITION
2. Aileron
CHECK CONDITION
CHECK
4. General condition
CHECK
CHECK CONDITION
CLEAR of OBSTRUCTIONS
4. Pitot probe
5. AOA probe
COVER REMOVED
CHECK FREE MOVEMENT
7. De-Icing boot
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.3.4
NOSE SECTION
A. SERVICE BAY (RIGHT) (If a standard oxygen system is installed):
1. Oxygen Press
CHECK
CLOSED
INTACT
WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH OUTPUT CONNECTORS OR COUPLING
NUTS OF IGNITION EXCITER WITH BARE HANDS.
B. Engine Area:
1. Cowling RH
b. Blade
CHECK
c. De-Icing Boots
d. Spinner
CHECK
4. Air Inlets
5. Exhaust System
CHECK
CHECK
7. Wheel Chocks
REMOVED
CHECK
12. Cowling LH
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
13. Windshield
CHECK CLEAN
4.3.5
4.3.6
1. Fuel Filter
CLOSED
CHECK
CHECK
4. De Icing boot
5. Pitot probe
6. AOA Probe
CLEAR of OBSTRUCTIONS
CHECK CONDITION
CHECK
CHECK CONDITION
3. Flaps
CHECK CONDITION
4. General condition
CHECK
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.3.7
CABIN
1. Main Entry Door
2. Hand luggage
SECURED/STOWED
3. Passenger Seat
FASTENED
6. Fire Extinguisher
COCKPIT
1. Flight Control Lock
OFF
4. Battery 1 switch
Battery 2 switch
OFF
OFF (if 2nd battery installed)
OFF
OFF
7. Non-essential Bus
AUTO
ON
OFF
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
16. Circuit breakers
CHECK IN
NORM
19. AHRS
AHRS 1/AHRS 2 (if installed)
SLAVE
SLAVE
DN
OFF
AUTO/GUARDED
NORM/GUARDED
NORM/GUARDED
CAUTION
OFF
IDLE DETENT
CUT-OFF/FEATHER
30. Cockpit/Instrument/
Cabin Light switches
OFF
FULLY IN
STOWED
FULLY IN
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.4
PROCEDURE
1. Preflight inspection
COMPLETE
2. Seats
3. Seat belts
FASTENED
4. BAT 1 switch
BAT 2 switch
ON
nd
ON (if 2 battery installed)
Connected then ON
ON
CHECK 28 VDC
NOTE
The external power control unit on the aircraft will disconnect
the EPU if the output voltage is above 29.5 or below 23 VDC.
7. Landing Gear 3 greens
CHECK
8. Fuel Contents
ON
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
14. Pilot ventilation window
AS REQUIRED
NOTE
Avoid prolonged use of the beacon and logo lights (if installed),
as this can cause a decrease in battery power and affect the
engine starting.
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.5
ENGINE STARTING
4.5.1
Fuel quantity
CHECK
2.
EIS System
TEST
3.
4.
5.
Propeller area
6.
STARTER switch
a. Oil pressure
CHECK rising
7.
b. Ng
Condition Lever
GROUND IDLE
NOTE
ITT
9.
a. Condition Lever
Ng
FLIGHT IDLE
b. ITT
MONITOR
Condition Lever
CUT-OFF/FEATHER
Push
e. Allow min 30 sec draining period, then refer to DRY MOTORING RUN.
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 2: February 28, 2005
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
10.
Starter sequence
COMPLETED
11.
Engine instruments
CHECK
12.
Fuel Totalizer
RESET
13.
Generator 1 switch
14.
Generator 2 switch
15.
16.
17.
CHECK FUNCTION
CHANGE SELECTION
18.
ON
19.
OFF
20.
c. INSTR LIGHTING
ADVISORY switch
NORM
Radios/Avionics
AS REQUIRED
22.
ECS switch
AUTO
23.
Temperature setting
AS REQUIRED
24.
AS REQUIRED
25.
Inertial Separator
21.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.5.2
Condition Lever
CUT-OFF/FEATHER
2.
IDLE DETENT
3.
Ignition CB
PULL
4.
ON/ON
5.
ON
6.
STARTER switch
After 15 seconds:
7.
PUSH
8.
AUTO
9.
Ignition CB
RESET
10.
OFF/OFF
Observe starter cooling off limits, then initiate the engine start procedure.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.6
BEFORE TAXIING
1.
CHECK - NO FLAGS
2.
Flaps Lever
15
3.
Control Wheel
d. AP Button
e. Control Wheel
f.
4.
PCL
SET 5 - 10 psi
5.
a. PCL
Set to idle.
b. Elevator Control
PULL
c.
CHECK ON
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
When pusher operates:
e. CAWS PUSHER caution
f.
CHECK OFF
RELEASE
CHECK OFF
i.
j.
RELEASE
k.
CHECK OFF
6.
CAWS panel
7.
8.
9.
c.
Push to off
10.
11.
AS REQUIRED
12.
RELEASE
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.7
TAXIING
1.
Brakes
CHECK
2.
Flight instruments
CHECK
3.
PASS-WNG switches
(if installed)
ON
CAUTION
TO AVOID POSSIBLE PROPELLER DAMAGE, DO NOT
ALLOW STABILIZED PROPELLER OPERATION BETWEEN
350 AND 950 RPM (PROPELLER NOT FEATHERED).
NOTE
Beta range (aft of idle detent) may be used during taxi to
control taxi speed and reduce wear on brakes.
4.8
BEFORE TAKEOFF
1.
CALCULATED
2.
Fuel quantity
CHECK
3.
Friction lock
ADJUST
4.
Engine instruments
CHECK
5.
Flight instruments
6.
Trim
If CG is 236 inches (6 meters)
or further aft of datum
7.
Flaps
15
8.
Flight controls
9.
CAWS panel
10.
Radios/Avionics
AS REQUIRED
11.
ON
12.
Windshield Heat
AS REQUIRED
13.
AS REQUIRED
14.
DC Amps Battery
Batteries (if 2nd battery installed)
15.
Transponder
ON Altitude
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
16.
Condition Lever
FLIGHT IDLE
PUSH to ON
18.
PUSH to OPEN
19.
DE-ICING BOOTS
20.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.9
TAKEOFF
1.
EHSI
CHECK HDG
2.
ECS switch
OFF
(If torque as per Static Takeoff
Torque chart in Section 5 is
below flat rating)
3.
SET
(Under certain hot and/or high airfield
altitude the engine power is below the
torque limiter setting and manual
power setting is required according to
Static Takeoff Torque chart in Section
5)
CAUTION
Engine instruments:
a. Torque
MONITOR
b. ITT
MONITOR
c. Ng
MONITOR
d. Oil Temp/Pressure
MONITOR
5.
Rotate at VR,
initial climb at VX or VY, as required
6.
Brakes
UP
8.
Flaps
9.
Taxi Light
OFF
10.
External Lights
AS REQUIRED
11.
Yaw Damper
AS REQUIRED
12.
WX Radar
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.10 FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS
Icing conditions are defined in Section 1.
NOTE
Flight in icing conditions is only permitted with full operational
status of all aircraft deicing systems. The deicing systems may
be activated before takeoff.
WARNING
FLIGHT IN ICING CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED IF THERE
IS A KNOWN FAILURE OF ANY OF THE ICE PROTECTION
SYSTEMS OR A FAILURE OF GENERATOR 1 OR
GENERATOR 2.
WARNING
DURING FLIGHT IN ICING CONDITIONS OR FLIGHT WITH
ANY VISIBLE ICE ACCRETION ON THE AIRFRAME, THE
FOLLOWING FLAP EXTENSION LIMITS APPLY:
- WITH OPERATIONAL AIRFRAME PNEUMATIC
DEICE BOOTS = 15 FLAP.
- AFTER FAILURE OF THE AIRFRAME PNEUMATIC
DEICE BOOTS = 0 FLAP.
BEFORE ENTERING ICING CONDITIONS SET THE DE ICING SWITCHES AS
FOLLOWS
1.
PROP
ON
2.
INERT SEP
OPEN
3.
BOOTS
NOTE
When DE ICING switch PROP is set to ON and INERT SEP is
set to OPEN, the stick shaker/pusher system is automatically
reset to provide stall protection at lower angles of attack. The
CAWS advisory caption PUSHER ICE MODE comes on to
inform the aircrew of this mode change. In this mode the
shaker and pusher are activated at higher airspeeds.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
DURING ICING CONDITIONS:
5.
6.
CAWS
PROP
Maintain ON
8.
INERT SEP
Maintain OPEN
BOOTS
10.
LH and RH WSHLD
11.
Flaps
PROP
OFF
13.
INERT SEP
OFF
14.
BOOTS
OFF
15.
LH or RH WSHLD
16.
Flaps
AS REQUIRED
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.11 CLIMB
1.
AS REQUIRED
2.
Autopilot
AS REQUIRED
3.
SET
(According to Climb Torque chart
for best performance or
720C ITT recommended)
4.
ECS switch
AUTO
5.
Temperature setting
AS REQUIRED
6.
Cabin pressure
Monitor
7.
Engine instruments:
a. Torque
MONITOR
b. ITT
MONITOR
c. Ng
MONITOR
4.12 CRUISE
1.
Altimeters
SET 1013.2/29.92
2.
AHRS
CHECK
3.
Cabin Pressurization
Monitor*
*Confirm cabin pressure differential is
< 5.75 psi (i.e. gauge green arc)
If cabin pressure differential > 5.75 psi check cabin altitude selection correct. If
cabin pressure differential still > 5.75 psi there is a malfunction of the cabin
pressure control system. Refer to section 3.18 to determine appropriate action.
4.
SET
(According to Cruise Torque table)
5.
Engine Instruments
MONITOR
6.
AS REQUIRED
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.13 DESCENT
1.
AS REQUIRED
2.
3.
4.
Windshield Heat
AS REQUIRED
AS REQUIRED
2. Altimeter
SET
3. Fuel Quantity
CHECK
4. Landing Gear
5. Landing Lights
AS REQUIRED
6. External Lights
AS REQUIRED
7. Flaps
- With residual airframe ice
- Boot failure
AS REQUIRED
SET maximum 15
Maintain at 0
NOTE
For flap settings for crosswind operation, icing conditions and
associated landing performance refer to 4.2 and Section 5.
8. Speed
134 KIAS
CAUTION
ON LANDING APPROACH AFTER BOOT FAILURE (FLAPS
0) OR AFTER PUSHER ICE MODE FAILURE OR AFTER
AOA DEICE FAILURE THE EFIS AOA FAST SLOW POINTER
WILL NOT BE CORRECT AND SHOULD NOT BE USED AS
REFERENCE.
9. Passengers
Brief
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.14.2 FINAL CHECK
1. Landing Gear
3 Green Lights
2. Flaps
- With residual airframe ice
- Boot failure
AS REQUIRED
SET maximum 15
Maintain at 0
3. Speed
134 KIAS
4. Pressurization
0 Diff Pressure
5. Autopilot
DISENGAGED
DISENGAGED
NOTE
For crosswind information, refer to para 4.2 and Section 5.
For minimum autopilot use height, refer to Section 2
(Autopilot).
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.15 BALKED LANDING (GO-AROUND)
1.
Go Around switch
(if autopilot engaged)
PRESS
2.
SET
(According to the Balked Landing
Torque chart in Section 5)
3.
Climb airspeed
84 KIAS
4.
Flaps
- Normal
- With residual airframe ice
- Boot failure
Climb airspeed
- Pusher Normal Mode
- Pusher Ice Mode
- Boot failure
95 KIAS
108 KIAS
134 KIAS
6.
7.
Flaps
- Normal
- With residual airframe ice
- Boot failure
AS REQUIRED
Maintain at 15
Maintain 0
AS REQUIRED
5.
8.
CAUTION
IN THE EVENT OF A BALKED LANDING (GO-AROUND)
WITH RESIDUAL ICE ON THE AIRFRAME, THE FLAPS
SHOULD NOT BE RETRACTED. THE LANDING GEAR MAY
NOT FULLY RETRACT AFTER SELECTION (REMAINING
RED INDICATION).
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.16 LANDING
4.16.1 NORMAL
1. TOUCH DOWN MAIN WHEELS FIRST.
2. DO NOT FLARE WITH HIGH PITCH ANGLE.
3. Power Control Lever
IDLE
4. Condition Lever
GROUND IDLE
5. Braking
AS REQUIRED
IDLE
4. Reverse
5. Brake
FIRM
AS REQUIRED
2.
Condition Lever
GROUND IDLE
3.
Flaps
UP
4.
External Lights
AS REQUIRED
5.
OFF
6.
Transponder
STBY
7.
WX Radar
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.18 SHUTDOWN
WARNING
FOR ANY INDICATION OF ENGINE FIRE AFTER
SHUTDOWN, IMMEDIATELY DO DRY MOTORING RUN
PROCEDURE.
NOTE
Allow ITT to stabilize at least two minutes at ground idle.
Monitor compressor deceleration after shutdown for possible
engine damage.
1.
IDLE DETENT
2.
Parking Brake
SET/PEDALS PUSH
3.
ECS switch
OFF
4.
OFF
5.
DE-ICING switches
OFF
6.
OFF
7.
PASS-WNG switches
(if installed)
OFF
8.
9.
OFF
10.
OFF
11.
Condition Lever
CUT-OFF/FEATHER
12.
OFF
13.
Lighting switches
OFF
14.
15.
Battery 1 switch
Battery 2 switch
OFF
OFF (if 2nd battery installed)
16.
OFF position
17.
INSTALLED
18.
19.
Wheel chocks
AS REQUIRED
20.
Tie downs
AS REQUIRED
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
CAUTION
MAKE SURE PROPELLER ANCHOR IS PROPERLY
INSTALLED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE
DUE TO WINDMILLING WITH ZERO OIL PRESSURE.
21.
Propeller anchor
INSTALLED
22.
External covers
INSTALLED
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.19 OXYGEN SYSTEM
1.
NOTE READING
2.
NOTE READING
3.
4.
5.
Turn the Oxygen shut-off lever and Passenger Oxygen control valve to ON.
Insert the connector of each mask into an outlet and verify proper oxygen flow
to the mask. For flights above 10,000 feet leave the masks connected to the
outlets and turn the Oxygen Control Valve to AUTO.
60
o C (1
{ 71
2,000
o F) }
o
(32
o F) }
{0 C
o C (-60
{ -51
RE
ATU
1,500
E
ET
TTL
BO
1,000
ER
MP
F) }
500
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
120193
2,500
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
No. of
Pax Oxygen
Masks
Connected
Oxygen Duration
Oxygen Duration
Pax plus
1 Crew Mask on
Pax plus
2 Crew Masks on
Diluter/
Demand
100 %
Diluter/
Demand
100 %
(min)
(min)
(min)
(min)
141
59
71
29
70
42
47
24
47
32
35
21
35
26
28
18
28
22
23
16
23
19
20
14
20
17
17
13
17
15
16
12
16
13
14
11
14
12
13
10
Figure 4-2. Oxygen Duration with Full Bottle (Standard Oxygen System)
(Sheet 1 of 2)
Issued: March 30, 2001
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
No. of
Pax Oxygen
Masks
Connected
Oxygen Duration
Oxygen Duration
Pax plus
1 Crew Mask on
Pax plus
2 Crew Masks on
Diluter/
Demand
100 %
Diluter/
Demand
100 %
(min)
(min)
(min)
(min)
477
200
240
98
237
142
159
81
159
108
118
71
118
88
95
61
95
74
78
54
78
64
68
47
68
57
57
44
57
51
54
41
54
44
47
37
47
41
44
34
Figure 4-2. Oxygen Duration with a Full Bottle (Larger Capacity Oxygen System)
(Sheet 2 of 2)
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.20 AUTOPILOT
4.20.1. AUTOPILOT OPERATION SUMMARY
WARNING
THE PILOT IN COMMAND MUST CONTINUOUSLY
MONITOR THE AUTOPILOT WHEN IT IS ENGAGED, AND
BE PREPARED TO DISCONNECT THE AUTOPILOT AND
TAKE IMMEDIATE CORRECTIVE ACTION - INCLUDING
MANUAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE AND/OR
PERFORMANCE OF EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - IF
AUTOPILOT OPERATION IS NOT AS EXPECTED OR IF
AIRPLANE CONTROL IS NOT MAINTAINED.
DURING ALL AUTOPILOT COUPLED OPERATIONS THE
PILOT IN COMMAND MUST USE PROPER AUTOPILOT
COMMANDS AND USE THE APPROPRIATE COMBINATION
OF ENGINE POWER, WING FLAPS, AND LANDING GEAR
TO ENSURE THAT THE AIRPLANE DOES NOT EXCEED
AIRPLANE OPERATING LIMITATIONS.
NOTE
The autopilot is inoperative with two failed inverters.
1.
Before takeoff
Autopilot and Yaw Damper - DISENGAGE.
WARNING
IF THE AIRPLANE IS NOT LEVEL AND THE YD IS
INADVERTENTLY ENGAGED, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF
RUDDER AUTOTRIM MOVEMENT. PRIOR TO TAKEOFF,
CONFIRM THAT THE RUDDER TRIM IS SET TO THE
GREEN MARK.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
2.
3.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.
Altitude Hold
a. ALT Mode Selector Button - PRESS. Note ALT mode annunciator ON.
Autopilot will maintain the pressure altitude.
NOTE
In accordance with FAA recommendation(ACOO-24B), use of
basic "PITCH ATTITUDE HOLD" mode is recommended
during operation in severe turbulence.
b. Change selected altitudes.
1) Using CWS (Recommended for altitude changes greater than 100 ft.)
a) CWS Button - PRESS and fly aircraft to desired altitude.
b) CWS Button - RELEASE when desired altitude is reached. The
autopilot will maintain the pressure altitude.
2) Using Vertical Trim (Recommended for altitude changes less than 100
ft.)
a) VERTICAL TRIM Control - PRESS either up or down. Vertical Trim
will seek an altitude rate of change of about 500 fpm.
b) VERTICAL TRIM Control - RELEASE when desired pressure
altitude is reached. The autopilot will maintain the desired pressure
altitude.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
5.
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
CAUTION
ENGAGING GO AROUND WILL CANCEL ALT ARM. PILOT
EFFORT SUCH AS RESELECTING THE DESIRED
ALTITUDE, OR PUSHING THE ARM BUTTON, IS REQUIRED
TO ARM ALTITUDE HOLD IN GO AROUND.
4) Airplane - ESTABLISH ATTITUDE to intercept the selected altitude.
b. Vertical Speed Select
1) VERTICAL SPEED SELECT (SET) knobs - PULL small knob to the
"OUT" position.
WARNING
VERIFY UNIT IS DISPLAYING VERTICAL SPEED SELECT
WINDOW PRIOR TO INITIATING ANY CHANGE IN THE
SELECTED VERTICAL SPEED VALUE.
2) VERTICAL SPEED SELECT (SET) knobs - SELECT the desired
vertical speed.
3) VERTICAL SPEED (ENG) button - PUSH to engage vertical speed
hold mode.
NOTE
The vertical speed display will flash after five seconds. Push
the small knob "IN" to cancel the flashing and restore the
altitude display.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
c.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
6.
7.
Heading Hold
a. Heading Hold
1) Heading Selector Knob - SET BUG to desired heading.
2) HDG Mode Selector Button - PRESS. Note HDG mode annunciator
ON. Autopilot will automatically turn the aircraft to the selected
heading.
b. Command Turns (Heading Hold mode ON)
1) Heading Selector Knob - MOVE BUG to the desired heading. Autopilot
will automatically turn the aircraft to the new selected heading.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
8.
10.
Soft Ride
SOFT RIDE (SR) Mode Button - PRESS. This mode softens the autopilots
commands to provide a smoother ride during operations in turbulence.
The normal autopilot performance (maintaining heading, wings level, attitude,
airspeed and/or altitude) may be degraded by use of the Soft Ride mode. Soft
Ride is automatically deselected and inhibited during APR coupled operations.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
11.
NAV Coupling
a. Course Bearing Pointer - SET to desired course.
b. Heading Selector Knob - SET BUG to provide desired intercept angle.
c.
12.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
WARNING
THE AUTOPILOT MUST BE DISENGAGED WHEN THE
AIRPLANE IS BELOW 1000 FT AGL IN COUPLED ILS
APPROACH MODE, WHEN THE AIRPLANE IS NOT
EQUIPPED WITH A FUNCTIONING PILATUS OPTION
RADAR ALTIMETER.
13.
BC Approach Coupling
a. Course Bearing Pointer - SET to the ILS front course inbound heading.
b. Heading Selector Knob - SET BUG to provide desired intercept angle.
c.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
14.
Glideslope Coupling
NOTE
Glideslope coupling is inhibited when operating in NAV or APR
BC modes. Glideslope coupling occurs automatically in the
APR mode.
a. APR Mode - ENGAGED.
NOTE
Autopilot can capture glideslope from below or slightly above
the beam while operating in either PITCH ATTITUDE HOLD,
IAS HOLD, VS HOLD, or ALT HOLD modes. Capture is better
assured from below the beam.
b. Near glideslope centering - NOTE GS annunciator ON.
NOTE
If after glideslope coupling the glideslope signal becomes
inadequate (GS flag in view), the GS annunciator will flash at
least six times before extinguishing and the system will transfer
to PITCH ATTITUDE HOLD. If a valid glideslope signal returns
within six seconds, the system will automatically recouple. If a
valid glideslope signal does not return within six seconds, the
autopilot must once again capture the glideslope beam to
achieve glideslope coupling.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
15.
Missed Approach
a. Power Lever GA Switch - PRESS to engage the go-around mode. This will
provide a wings level, pitch up command. Note GA mode annunciator ON.
Forward PCL to the required setting.
b. Activate A/P modes as desired.
CAUTION
ENGAGING GO AROUND WILL CANCEL ALL MODES.
PILOT EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE A/P MODES
AS DESIRED IN GO AROUND.
c.
Before Landing
Autopilot Disengage Switch - PRESS to disengage AP and YD.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.20.2 FLIGHT DIRECTOR OPERATION
NOTE
The Flight Director modes of operation are the same as those
used for autopilot operations except the autopilot is not
engaged and the pilot must maneuver the aircraft to satisfy the
Flight Director commands.
No autotrim functions are provided by the autopilot.
77.8 dB(A)
Swiss VEL
74.3 dB(A)
The noise level stated below has been verified and approved by the FAA in noise level
test flights conducted in accordance with FAR Part 36, Appendix G. This airplane
model is in compliance with FAR 36 noise standards applicable to this type.
FAR Part 36, Appendix G
74.3 dB(A)
No determination has been made by the Certifying Authority that the noise levels of this
airplane are or should be acceptable or unacceptable for operation at, into, or out of,
any airport.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.23 FLIGHT IN ICING CONDITIONS
Icing conditions can exist when:
The Outside Air Temperature (OAT) on the ground and for takeoff, or Total Air
Temperature (TAT) in flight, is 10C or colder, and visible moisture in any form
is present (such as clouds, fog or mist with visibility of one mile or less, rain
snow, sleet and ice crystals).
The OAT on the ground and for takeoff is 10C or colder when operating on
ramps, taxiways or runways, where surface snow, ice, standing water, or slush
may be ingested by the engine, or freeze on the engine, or the engine nacelle.
There are visible signs of ice accretion on the aircraft.
Severe icing may result from environmental conditions during flight in freezing
rain, freezing drizzle, or mixed icing conditions (supercooled liquid water and
ice crystals) which may result in ice build-up on protected surfaces exceeding
the capability of the ice protection system, or may result in ice forming aft of the
protected surfaces.
Information on the removal of snow, ice and frost from the aircraft is provided in
Section 10.
Freezing rain, freezing fog, freezing drizzle and mixed conditions and descent into icing
clouds from above freezing temperatures can result in excessive accretion of ice on the
protected surfaces. They may also result in runback ice forming beyond the protected
surfaces over a large percentage of the chordwise extent of the lifting surfaces. This ice
cannot be shed and it may seriously degrade performance and control of the aircraft.
Flight in severe icing conditions should be avoided, as this may exceed the capabilities
of the aircraft ice protection systems. Severe icing conditions can be identified by
excessive ice accretion on the visible parts of the airframe including the protected
surfaces. This might affect the aircraft performance and handling qualities, and cause
significant loss in powerplant performance. If this occurs request priority assistance
from ATC to facilitate a route or an altitude change to exit the icing conditions.
Operation on deep slush or snow covered runways greater than 1 inch (2.5 cm) may
result in contamination of the flap drive mechanism resulting in failure to retract. If
possible operation on deep slush and snow compacted runways should be avoided.
For takeoff and landing on runways covered with surface snow, ice, standing water, or
slush, the inertial separator must be open.
For flight in heavy precipitation the inertial separator must be open.
Detection of icing conditions and ice accretion on the aircraft is by pilot visual
identification on the left hand wing leading edge. A wing inspection light is provided for
night time operations.
Prior to entering icing conditions, activate all ice protection systems as required.
If not already activated, select all systems as required, immediately icing conditions are
identified.
The procedures for selection of the ice protection systems are provided in Section 4.
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
During all icing encounters or times with visible ice accretion on any part of the airframe
the flaps must not be extended beyond certain limits. These limits eliminate the
possibility of tailplane stall which results in an uncontrolled aircraft pitch down moment.
-
The minimum recommended speeds for icing encounters and with residual ice on the
airframe are :-
= 130 KIAS
= 140 KIAS to 170 KIAS
= 108 KIAS
= 134 KIAS
= 108 KIAS
= 134 KIAS
Flight in icing conditions is only permitted with full operational status of all aircraft deicing systems. This includes :-
Propeller Deice
Wing and Horizontal Tail Deice Boots
Inertial Separator
Windshield Deice
Probes Deice
Stick Pusher Ice Mode
The propeller de-ice is activated from the overhead DE-ICING switch panel by the
switch labeled PROP being pushed to ON. In this mode the propeller de-ice system will
be automatically selected to the correct cycle with reference to outside air temperature.
No further aircrew input is required. If a system failure occurs when activated, the
amber CAWS caption labeled PROP DE ICE will be illuminated and an aural gong will
sound.
The wing and horizontal tail de-ice boots are activated from the overhead DE-ICING
switch panel by the switch labeled BOOTS being pushed to ON and the 3 MIN/1 MIN
switch pushed to either 3MIN or 1MIN. 3MIN is to be selected in icing conditions with
moderate ice accretion rates as judged by the aircrew. 1MIN is to be selected in icing
conditions with high ice accretion rates. When activated in either 1MIN or 3MIN mode
and operating correctly, the green CAWS caption labeled DE ICE BOOTS will be
continuously illuminated. If a system failure occurs when activated, the green CAWS
caption will go off and the amber CAWS caption labeled DE ICE BOOTS will be
illuminated and an aural gong will sound.
The engine inertial separator is activated to its open (icing encounter) position from the
overhead DE ICING switch panel by the switch labeled INERT SEP being pushed to
OPEN. Once activated the inertial separator door will reach its fully open position in
approximately 30 seconds. If the door does not reach its fully open position or moves
away from its fully open position when still selected, the amber CAWS caption labeled
INERT SEP will be illuminated and an aural gong will sound.
The LH side and RH side windshield deice is activated from the overhead DE ICING
switch panel by two switches labeled LH WSH and RH WSH respectively, being
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
pushed to ON and the HEAVY/LIGHT switch pushed to either LIGHT or HEAVY
depending on the severity of the icing encounter. If a system failure occurs when
activated, the amber CAWS caption labeled WSHLD HEAT will be illuminated and an
aural gong will sound.
Deicing of all probes, AOA (vane and mounting plate), pitot and static, is activated from
the overhead DE ICING switch panel by a switch labeled PROBES being pushed to
ON. If deicing of the left pitot or right pitot probes or the static ports fails when selected,
then either the amber CAWS caption labeled PITOT 1 or PITOT 2 or STATIC will be
illuminated and an aural gong will sound. If deicing of the AOA probes fails when
selected, then the amber CAWS caption labeled AOA DE ICE will be illuminated and
an aural gong will sound.
When the propeller de-ice is selected to ON and the inertial separator selected to ON,
the stall protection system, stick pusher/shaker system is re-datumed to provide both
shake and push functions at lower angles of attack and higher speeds. This is to
protect against the natural stall through the affects of residual ice on the protected
surfaces of the airfoil leading edges. When the system is in the re-datum mode, the
aircrew are alerted by illumination of the green CAWS caption labeled PUSHER ICE
MODE. Failure of the system in ice mode will result in the caption being extinguished
and the amber CAWS caption labeled PUSHER will be illuminated and an aural gong
will sound.
Night time flight in icing conditions is only authorized with full operational status of all
the aircraft de-icing systems above, plus the wing inspection light.
The wing inspection light is activated from the EXTERNAL LIGHTS switch panel by the
switch labeled WING being moved to ON. No functional or failure indications are
provided.
A full description of all of the de-ice systems, their switch terminology and caution and
warning logic is provided in Section 7.
The probes de-ice should be selected to on, prior to, and during all flights.
During the icing encounter the pneumatic de-ice boots will operate continuously in
either 3min or 1min cycle mode as selected by the aircrew. During this time the aircrew
should frequently monitor the continual shedding of ice from the wing leading edge and
the airframe for ice accretion on all visible surfaces that could affect aircraft
controllability. It should be noted that some residual ice will be maintained on the wing
leading edge during cycling of the boots.
During the icing encounter continue to monitor the CAWS for correct function of the ice
protection systems.
During flight in icing conditions the aircraft may be subject to a slight degradation in
aircraft performance and engine performance. This may be recognized by a required
increase in engine power to maintain a constant indicated airspeed and an increased
engine ITT to maintain a constant power respectively. If failure of any of the ice
protection systems occurs this degradation may become more severe. After such
failure the pilot should make immediate arrangements for departure of icing conditions
as soon as practicable. If required ATC priority assistance should be requested.
The emergency procedures, concerning failure of the ice protection systems during
flight in icing conditions, are provided in Section 3.
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
On departure from icing conditions the inertial separator (INERT SEP) and the
propeller deice system (PROP DE ICE) should be kept OPEN and ON respectively until
all visible and unprotected areas of the aircraft are observed as being free of ice. This
protects the engine from possible ice ingestion and maintains the stick shaker/pusher
computer in PUSHER ICE MODE therefore protecting the aircraft against the onset of
natural stall. The flaps are not to be extended beyond 15 or in the case of deice boot
failure, left at 0. If the flaps are in an extended position, do not retract them until the
airframe is clear of ice.
On departure of icing conditions the deice boots are to be selected OFF and the
windshield heat is to be selected as required for good visibility, irrespective of the
presence of residual ice.
Once all visible protected and unprotected areas are observed as being free of ice then
the inertial separator and the propeller deice system can be selected CLOSED and
OFF respectively. This will return the stick shaker/pusher computer to its normal mode.
The flaps can be extended or retracted to any required position.
When performing a landing approach after an icing encounter and with residual ice on
the airframe the minimum landing speeds defined above should be observed. This will
prevent stick shaker activation in PUSHER ICE MODE.
When performing a landing approach after an icing encounter and with residual ice on
the airframe the flap limitations defined above must be observed.
In case of a balked landing go around after an icing encounter, the climb speeds
defined above should be maintained. This will prevent stick shaker activation in
PUSHER ICE MODE.
In case of a balked landing go around after an icing encounter, the flap position should
not be changed and should be maintained at the approach position.
The landing gear can be retracted but a locked indication may not be achieved due to
ice contamination of the up position switch striker.
Use of ICE X (B.F. Goodrich Brand Name) improves the shedding capability of the
pneumatic de-ice boots. Its use (see Aircraft Maintenance Manual) is recommended
but not mandatory.
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CAWS STATUS
System
Setting
System
Functional
System
Failed
BOOTS
1MIN
3MIN
PROP
ON
INERT
SEP
OPEN
LH or RH
WSH
HEAVY
LIGHT
PROBES
ON
DE ICE BOOTS
GREEN on
PROP and
INERT
SEP
OPEN
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4.24 SEVERE ICING CONDITIONS
Severe icing may result from environmental conditions outside of those for which the
airplane is certificated. Flight in freezing rain, freezing drizzle, or mixed icing conditions
(supercooled liquid water and ice crystals) may result in ice build-up on protected
surfaces exceeding the capability of the ice protection system, or may result in ice
forming aft of the protected surfaces. This ice may not be shed using the ice protection
systems, and may seriously degrade the performance and controllability of the airplane.
The following weather conditions may be conductive to severe in-flight icing:
The following procedures are for exiting the severe icing environment and are
applicable to all flight phases from takeoff to landing. Monitor the ambient air
temperature. While severe icing may form at temperatures as cold as -18 degrees
Celsius, increased vigilance is warranted at temperatures around freezing with visible
moisture present. If the visual cues specified in Section 2 for identifying severe icing
conditions are observed, accomplish the following:
immediately request priority handling from Air Traffic Control to facilitate a route
or an altitude change to exit the severe icing conditions in order to avoid
extended exposure to flight conditions more severe than those for which the
airplane has been certificated
Dry out the brakes with 3 complete taxi stops in the last 10 minutes prior to takeoff
TAKEOFF
LANDING
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Make a positive contact with the runway and achieve wheel load as quickly as
possible
If operating conditions permit use the brakes to slow down the aircraft and
minimize the use of propeller reverse in order to drive off excessive moisture
Use the brakes to slow down the aircraft and minimize the use of propeller reverse
in order to drive off excessive moisture
AIRCRAFT WASHING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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5-1
STANDARD TABLES
FIG. 5-1, FAHRENHEIT TO CELSIUS TEMPERATURE CONVERSION
FIG. 5-2, INDICATED OAT CORRECTION
FIG. 5-3, ISA CONVERSION
FIG. 5-4, U.S. GALLONS TO LITERS CONVERSION
FIG. 5-5, FEET TO METERS CONVERSION
FIG. 5-6, POUNDS TO KILOGRAMS CONVERSION
FIG. 5-7, INCHES TO MILLIMETERS CONVERSION
FIG. 5-8, CROSSWIND COMPONENTS
5-2
5-3
5-4
5-5
5-6
5-7
5-8
5-9
AIRSPEED CALIBRATION
FIG. 5-9, AIRSPEED CALIBRATION - FLAPS RETRACTED
FIG. 5-10, AIRSPEED CALIBRATION - FLAPS EXTENDED
5-10
5-11
ALTIMETER CORRECTION
FIG. 5-11, ALTIMETER CORRECTION
5-12
STALL SPEED
FIG. 5-12, STALL SPEEDS KIAS - FLIGHT IDLE POWER (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-13, STALL SPEEDS KIAS - FLIGHT IDLE POWER (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-14, STALL SPEEDS KCAS - FLIGHT IDLE POWER (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-15, STALL SPEEDS KCAS - FLIGHT IDLE POWER (METRIC UNITS)
5-13
5-14
5-15
5-16
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FIG. 5-16, STATIC TAKEOFF TORQUE
FIG. 5-17. ACCELERATE-STOP DISTANCE - FLAPS 30 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-18. ACCELERATE-STOP DISTANCE - FLAPS 30 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-19. TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL - FLAPS 30 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-20. TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL - FLAPS 30 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-21. TAKEOFF TOTAL DISTANCE - FLAPS 30 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-22. TAKEOFF TOTAL DISTANCE - FLAPS 30 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-23. ACCELERATE-STOP DISTANCE - FLAPS 15 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-24. ACCELERATE-STOP DISTANCE - FLAPS 15 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-25. TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL - FLAPS 15 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-26. TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL - FLAPS 15 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-27. TAKEOFF TOTAL DISTANCE - FLAPS 15 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-28. TAKEOFF TOTAL DISTANCE - FLAPS 15 (METRIC UNITS)
5-17
5-18
5-19
5-20
5-21
5-22
5-23
5-24
5-25
5-26
5-27
5-28
5-29
CLIMB PERFORMANCE
FIG. 5-29. MAXIMUM CLIMB TORQUE
FIG. 5-30. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 30 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-31. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 30 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-32. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 15 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-33. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 15 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-34. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 0 (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-35. MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB - FLAPS 0 (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-36. CRUISE CLIMB AIRSPEED SCHEDULE
FIG. 5-37. RATE OF CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-38. RATE OF CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-39. TIME TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-40. TIME TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-41. FUEL USED TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-42. FUEL USED TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (METRIC UNITS)
FIG. 5-43. DISTANCE TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (STANDARD UNITS)
FIG. 5-44. DISTANCE TO CLIMB - CRUISE CLIMB (METRIC UNITS)
5-30
5-31
5-32
5-33
5-34
5-35
5-36
5-37
5-38
5-39
5-40
5-41
5-42
5-43
5-44
5-45
CRUISE PERFORMANCE
FIG. 5-45. MAXIMUM CRUISE POWER
FIG. 5-46. LONG RANGE CRUISE
FIG. 5-47. MAXIMUM ENDURANCE CRUISE
FIG. 5-48. SPECIFIC AIR RANGE (7000 LB)
FIG. 5-49. SPECIFIC AIR RANGE (8000 LB)
FIG. 5-50. SPECIFIC AIR RANGE (9000 LB)
FIG. 5-51. SPECIFIC AIR RANGE (10000 LB)
FIG. 5-52. SPECIFIC AIR RANGE (10400 LB)
FIG. 5-53. HOLDING TIME AND FUEL
5-46
5-50
5-54
5-58
5-61
5-64
5-67
5-70
5-73
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5-74
5-75
5-76
5-77
5-78
5-79
5-80
5-81
5-82
5-83
5-84
5-85
5-86
5-87
5-88
5-89
5-90
5-91
5-92
STALL SPEEDS
ENGINE TORQUE
TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE
CLIMB PERFORMANCE
HOLDING ENDURANCE
LANDING PERFORMANCE
BALKED LANDING PERFORMANCE
5-92
5-92
5-93
5-93
5-93
5-93
5-93
5-94
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PERFORMANCE
GENERAL
This section contains all of the required and complimentary performance data for airplane
operation. PC-12/45 operation with this POH is limited in the performance charts to an aircraft
Maximum Takeoff Weight of 9921 lb (4500 kg). Aircraft performance associated with optional
equipment and systems which require supplements is provided in Section 9, Supplements.
The performance information presented in this section is derived from actual flight test data
corrected to standard day conditions and analytically expanded for the different parameters
such as weight, altitude, and temperature, etc. This information does not account for many
factors that the pilot must evaluate before each takeoff such as pilot proficiency, aircraft
condition, runway surface and slope other than that specified, or the effect of winds aloft.
When necessary, a performance chart (table) will specify the aircraft configuration and the
procedure to achieve the published performance.
A Flight Planning Example is provided to assist the pilot in the preflight performance
calculations as required by the operating regulations. Each performance chart (table) has an
example plotted to indicate the proper sequence in which to use the chart and determine
accurate performance data.
All performance data is limited to between the -55 C (-67 F) and +50 C (122 F) outside air
temperature limits. Some tables presented in this section show data for temperatures below
-55 C (-67 F) which is purely for ease of interpolation between data points. These
temperature areas in the tables are shaded.
Performance data regarding takeoff, landing and accelerate-stop distances is presented up to
10,000 ft. This does not, however, imply an operational limitation of the aircraft. Field
performance data at higher altitudes can be supplied under special request.
The stall speeds shown in the performance charts are achieved at an entry rate of 1
knot/second. Maximum altitude loss observed during the stall was 300 feet. During an
accelerated stall, a rapid pitch-down in excess of 30 may result with an altitude loss of up to
500 feet.
By setting the climb torque as defined in this section, the recommended ITT of 720C (see
Section 4 Climb) could be exceeded.
When landing with flaps set to less than 40, the total landing distances will be increased by the
following factors:
FLAP SETTING
FACTOR
1.83
15
1.31
30
1.22
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ISA Altitude
(C)
(ft)
-40
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
-30
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
-20
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
-10
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
IOAT
(C)
-23
-33
-42
-52
-61
-71
-81
-13
-22
-32
-41
-51
-60
-71
-3
-12
-22
-31
-41
-51
-61
7
-2
-12
-21
-31
-41
-51
OAT
(C)
-25
-35
-45
-55
-65
-75
-84
-15
-25
-35
-45
-55
-65
74
-5
-15
-25
-35
-45
-55
-64
5
-5
-15
-25
-35
-45
-54
IAS
(kt)
160
160
160
160
160
150
125
160
160
160
160
160
150
125
160
160
160
160
155
142
125
160
160
160
160
148
135
120
ISA Altitude
(C)
(ft)
0
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
10
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
20
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
30
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
IOAT
(C)
18
8
-2
-11
-21
-31
-41
28
18
8
-2
-12
-21
-31
38
28
18
8
-2
-12
-21
47
38
28
18
8
-2
-11
OAT
(C)
15
5
-5
-15
-25
-35
-44
25
15
5
-5
-15
-25
-34
35
25
15
5
-5
-15
-24
45
35
25
15
5
-5
-14
IAS
(kt)
160
160
160
150
140
130
115
160
160
155
140
130
120
110
160
155
140
130
120
110
110
150
140
130
120
110
110
110
TAS
(kt)
163
176
189
192
194
197
190
166
179
187
183
184
186
186
169
176
172
173
174
174
190
161
162
163
163
162
177
194
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(C)
-40
Torque
(psi)
10.89
10.92
10.95
10.97
11.03
11.10
11.27
11.45
11.72
11.99
12.27
12.61
12.98
13.36
13.77
14.19
10.93
10.96
10.99
11.04
11.11
11.24
11.44
11.69
11.96
12.24
12.57
12.94
13.33
13.76
14.18
14.65
@ 10400 lb
(4717 kg)
Fuel flow
(lb/h)
(kg/h)
377.0
171.0
357.1
162.0
338.6
153.6
321.4
145.8
305.4
138.5
289.3
131.2
275.5
125.0
263.1
119.3
253.0
114.8
244.4
110.9
236.6
107.3
230.4
104.5
224.8
102.0
220.9
100.2
221.4
100.4
222.4
100.9
379.1
172.0
359.1
162.9
340.5
154.4
323.5
146.7
307.5
139.5
292.4
132.6
278.7
126.4
266.9
121.1
256.6
116.4
247.9
112.4
240.3
109.0
233.9
106.1
228.4
103.6
225.9
102.5
226.4
102.7
227.8
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(C)
-20
Torque
(psi)
10.97
11.00
11.04
11.11
11.21
11.41
11.64
11.92
12.19
12.51
12.88
13.27
13.70
14.13
14.60
15.10
11.01
11.04
11.11
11.19
11.37
11.58
11.86
12.15
12.45
12.81
13.19
13.60
14.05
14.51
15.01
15.55
@ 10400 lb
(4717 kg)
Fuel flow
(lb/h)
(kg/h)
381.1
172.9
361.1
163.8
342.5
155.4
325.6
147.7
310.1
140.7
295.8
134.2
282.5
128.1
270.6
122.7
260.2
118.0
251.6
114.1
243.9
110.6
237.2
107.6
232.2
105.3
231.2
104.9
231.6
105.1
233.5
105.9
383.1
173.8
363.1
164.7
344.8
156.4
327.9
148.7
313.3
142.1
299.3
135.8
286.3
129.9
274.4
124.5
263.8
119.7
254.9
115.6
247.1
112.1
240.7
109.2
238.1
108.0
236.6
107.3
236.7
107.4
238.4
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(C)
0
Torque
(psi)
11.05
11.10
11.18
11.32
11.52
11.79
12.07
12.36
12.71
13.10
13.49
13.94
14.39
14.89
15.43
15.99
11.10
11.17
11.26
11.46
11.70
11.98
12.27
12.60
12.98
13.36
13.79
14.26
14.75
15.28
15.85
16.43
@ 10400 lb
(4717 kg)
Fuel flow
(lb/h)
(kg/h)
385.3
174.8
365.5
165.8
347.2
157.5
330.8
150.0
316.3
143.5
303.2
137.5
290.5
131.8
278.8
126.5
268.8
121.9
259.9
117.9
251.8
114.2
246.4
111.8
243.1
110.3
241.5
109.5
241.4
109.5
242.8
110.1
387.6
175.8
368.0
166.9
349.7
158.6
334.0
151.5
319.8
145.1
307.1
139.3
295.6
134.1
285.0
129.3
275.4
124.9
265.8
120.6
257.7
116.9
251.9
114.3
247.9
112.4
245.8
111.5
245.9
111.5
250.0
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(C)
20
Torque
(psi)
11.16
11.23
11.40
11.60
11.88
12.17
12.48
12.84
13.23
13.63
14.10
14.59
15.12
15.68
16.25
16.89
11.22
11.33
11.53
11.78
12.07
12.36
12.69
13.08
13.48
13.93
14.41
14.92
15.47
16.05
16.68
17.34
@ 10400 lb
(4717 kg)
Fuel flow
(lb/h)
(kg/h)
389.8
176.8
370.7
168.1
353.7
160.4
338.1
153.4
324.5
147.2
311.6
141.3
300.4
136.3
289.7
131.4
279.2
126.6
270.1
122.5
262.4
119.0
255.9
116.1
251.4
114.0
250.4
113.6
252.3
114.4
256.4
116.3
390.9
177.3
373.9
169.6
358.7
162.7
344.2
156.1
330.4
149.9
317.4
144.0
304.4
138.1
292.5
132.7
281.8
127.8
272.7
123.7
264.7
120.1
259.3
117.6
256.9
116.5
256.3
116.3
257.6
116.8
261.3
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FLIGHT IN ICING CONDITIONS
STALL SPEEDS
When operating in PUSHER ICE MODE, the stick pusher computer automatically reduces the
shaker and pusher settings by 8 AOA. With operational deice boots this results in an increase
of the stall speed at the maximum takeoff weight of 11 kts with 0 flaps and 9 kts with 15 flaps.
NOTE
Flap position is limited to maximum 15 in icing conditions with
operational deice boots.
With failed deice boots and ice accretion on the lifting surfaces an increase of the stall speed at
the maximum takeoff weight of 14 kts with 0 flaps is to be expected.
NOTE
Flap position is limited to maximum 0 in icing conditions with
failed deice boots.
The wings level stall speeds at the maximum takeoff weight of 9921lb (4500 kg) and with flight
idle power are summarized in the following table:
FLAPS
15
STALL SPEED
KIAS
KCAS
Non icing
91
93
Icing conditions
102
104
105
107
Non icing
74
76
Icing conditions
83
85
ENGINE TORQUE
When the engine inlet inertial separator is open and during flight at altitudes above 5000 ft, the
maximum torque available can be reduced by up to 1.2 psi in non icing conditions, and up to
2.1 psi in icing conditions.
TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE
When taking-off in or into known icing conditions, the flaps must be set to 15 and the rotation
speed increased by 9 KIAS. The speed at 50 ft (15 m) height will be correspondingly increased
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by 12 KIAS. As a result, the takeoff ground roll distance will be increased by 30%. The takeoff
distance will be increased by 32% and the accelerate-stop distance by 27%.
The takeoff ground roll and takeoff total distances given in the performance charts will be
longer with operations on slush or snow covered runways.
CLIMB PERFORMANCE
During flight in icing conditions, the maximum rate of climb can be reduced by up to 1100 FPM.
After failure of the pneumatic deice boots, the maximum rate of climb can be reduced by up to
1200 FPM below 15000 ft and by up to 1400 FPM at higher altitudes.
HOLDING ENDURANCE
During holding flight in icing conditions, a higher engine torque is required to maintain level
flight. Increases in engine fuel flow between 25% and 50% are to be expected with respect to
non icing conditions.
LANDING PERFORMANCE
After icing encounters and with visible ice accretion on the airframe, the landing is performed
with 15 flaps and an approach speed of 108 KIAS. As a result, the landing ground roll distance
can be increased by up to 90% without reverse thrust applied, and by up to 80% with reverse
thrust applied. The landing total distances will correspondingly be longer by up to 55% without
reverse thrust applied, and by up to 45% with reverse thrust applied.
After failure of the airframe pneumatic deice boots in icing conditions, the landing is performed
with 0 flaps and an approach speed of 134 KIAS. As a result, the ground roll distance can be
increased by up to 160% without reverse thrust applied, and up to 140% with reverse thrust
applied. The landing total distances will correspondingly be longer by up to 90% without
reverse thrust applied, and by up to 75% with reverse thrust applied.
BALKED LANDING PERFORMANCE
During flight in icing conditions, the balked landing rate of climb with 15 flaps can be up to
100 FPM lower than in non icing conditions with 40 flaps. After failure of the pneumatic deice
boots the rate of climb can be up to 500 FPM lower.
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PERFORMANCE
FLIGHT PLANNING EXAMPLE
GENERAL
Before performance calculations can begin, it will be necessary to determine the aircraft
loading. Refer to Section 6, Weight and Balance to calculate the actual aircraft loading. For
this flight planning example, the sample aircraft loading in Section 6, Fig. 6-8, will be used.
Aircraft Configuration:
Takeoff Weight
8798 lb
Usable Fuel
1650 lb
765 nm
4000 ft
2000 ft
OAT
+17C
(ISA +10C)
OAT
+16C
(ISA + 5C)
Wind Component
9 kt (headwind)
Wind Component
6 kt (headwind)
Runway Slope
1% (uphill)
Runway Slope
1.5% (downhill)
Field Length
3690 ft
Field Length
2550 ft
765 nm
Cruise Conditions:
Pressure Altitude
FL 280
Forecast Temperature
10 kt (headwind)
TAKEOFF
Apply the departure airport conditions and the aircraft weight to the appropriate takeoff
performance charts and check that the corresponding distances are less than the available field
length at the departure airport.
Apply the departure airport conditions to the Takeoff Power Chart to determine maximum
torque to be applied before brake release.
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PERFORMANCE
CLIMB
NOTE
The climb performance chart assumes a no wind condition.
The pilot must consider the effect of the winds aloft when
computing time, fuel, and distance to climb. The fuel to climb
includes the fuel consumed during the takeoff run.
Apply the cruise conditions of pressure altitude and temperature (respectively 28000 ft and ISA
+ 10C in this case) to the appropriate chart to determine the time, fuel, and distance to climb
from sea level to the cruise altitude at the specified takeoff weight (8798 lb in this case). Next,
apply the departure airport conditions (respectively 4000 ft and ISA + 10C in this case) to the
same chart to determine those same values to climb from sea level to the departure airport.
Subtract the values for the departure airport from those for the cruise altitude. The remaining
values are the time, fuel, and distance to climb from the departure airport to the cruise altitude.
Climb
Time
Fuel
Distance
From S. L. to 28000 ft
26 min
180 lb
78 nm
3 min
25 lb
7 nm
23 min
155 lb
71 nm
DESCENT
NOTE
The descent performance chart assumes a no wind condition.
The pilot must consider the effect of the winds aloft when
computing time, fuel, and distance to descend.
Apply the cruise conditions of pressure altitude and temperature (respectively 28000 ft and ISA
+ 10C in this case) to the appropriate chart to determine the time, fuel, and distance to
descend from cruise altitude to sea level. The weight at the beginning of the descent is not
known exactly at this stage, but it can be estimated in practice as shown in the following table:
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PERFORMANCE
Takeoff weight
- Usable fuel
+ Fuel reserve*
+ Allowance for
descent
= Weight at
beginning of
descent
8798 lb
- 1650 lb
+ 300 lb
+ 100 lb
= 7548 lb
*As required by operating regulations; here a reserve corresponding to 45 min hold at 5000 ft is
assumed.
Next, apply the destination airport conditions (respectively 2000 ft and ISA + 5C in this case)
to the same chart to determine those same values to descend from the destination airport to
sea level. Subtract the values for the destination airport from those for the cruise altitude. The
remaining values are the time, fuel, and distance to descend from the cruise altitude to the
destination airport.
Descent
Time
Fuel
Distance
14 min
86 lb
66 nm
1 min
8 lb
4 nm
13 min
78 lb
62 nm
CRUISE
Calculate the cruise distance by subtracting the climb and descent distances from the total trip
distance. Select a cruise power setting and refer to the appropriate chart to determine the true
airspeed and fuel flow for the forecast cruise conditions. Adjust the true airspeed for the winds
aloft headwind component to determine the ground speed. Divide the cruise distance by the
ground speed to determine the cruise time. Calculate the cruise fuel required by multiplying the
fuel flow by the cruise time.
- Climb distance
- Descent distance
= Cruise distance
765 nm
-71 nm
- 62 nm
= 632 nm
By assuming an average cruise weight of 8500 lb, Maximum Cruise Power setting for 28000 ft.
at ISA +10C yields 250 KTAS at 325 lb/hr.
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PERFORMANCE
Cruise Speed
= Ground Speed
250 KTAS
-10 kt
240 KTAS
Cruise Distance
/ Ground Speed
= Cruise Time
632 nm
/ 240 kt
= 2.63 hr
(2hr 38 min)
Cruise Time
x Fuel Flow
= Cruise Fuel
2.63 hr
x 325 lb/hr
= 855 lb
LANDING
Calculate the estimated landing weight by the subtracting the weight of the fuel for climb,
descent, and cruise from the takeoff weight.
Takeoff weight
- Climb Fuel
- Descent Fuel
- Cruise Fuel
= Landing
Weight
8798 lb
- 155 lb
- 78 lb
- 855 lb
= 7710 lb
Apply the destination airport conditions and the calculated aircraft weight to the appropriate
landing performance charts and check that the corresponding distances are less than the
available field length at the destination airport.
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TOTAL FLIGHT TIME
The total flight time is the sum of the time to climb, descent, and cruise.
Climb Time
+ Descent Time
+ Cruise Time
= Total Time
23 min
+ 13 min
+ 2 hr 38 min
3 hr 14 min
Ground Ops
+ TO & Climb
+ Descent
+ Cruise
+ Reserve
= Total
40 lb
+ 155 lb
+ 78 lb
+ 855 lb
+ 300 lb
=1428 lb
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
6-1
AIRPLANE WEIGHING
6-2
PREPARATION
WEIGHING PROCEDURE WITH LOAD PLATES
WEIGHING PROCEDURE WITH JACKS AND LOAD CELLS
6-2
6-3
6-6A
6-8
6-11
CARGO
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
6-11
6-12
6-25
6-25
6-26
EQUIPMENT LIST
6-36
INTERIOR CONFIGURATIONS
6-37
6-01-1
6-02-1
6-03-1
6-04-1
6-05-1
6-06-1
6-07-1
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SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
GENERAL
This section contains the information required to determine the Basic Empty Weight and
Moment of the aircraft, adjust the B.E.W. & M as equipment is added or removed, and calculate
aircraft loading for various flight operations. Sample loading forms are provided.
To achieve the performance designed for the aircraft it must be flown with approved weight and
center of gravity limits.
It is the responsibility of the pilot in command to make sure that the aircraft does not
exceed the maximum weight limits and is loaded within the center of gravity range
before takeoff.
Weight in excess of the maximum takeoff weight may be a contributing factor to an accident,
especially with other factors of temperature, airfield elevation and runway conditions. The
aircrafts climb, cruise and landing performance will also be affected. Loads that the aircraft
was not designed for may be put on the structure, particularly during landing.
The pilot should routinely determine the balance of the aircraft since it is possible to be within
the maximum weight limit and still exceed the center of gravity limits. Information regarding the
Basic Empty Weight can be found on the Weight and Balance Record in this section. Installed
equipment information can be found in the Equipment List at the back of this manual. Using the
basic empty weight and moment together with the Loading Form the pilot can determine the
weight and moment for the loaded aircraft by computing the total weight and moment and then
determine whether they are within the Center of Gravity Envelope.
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AIRPLANE WEIGHING
PREPARATION
1.
Make sure that all applicable items listed on the airplane equipment list are installed in
their proper locations.
2.
Clean airplane. Remove dirt, excessive grease, water, and foreign items.
3.
Completely defuel the fuel tanks. Use the wing fuel drain ports for the completion of
the task.
4.
Fill oil, hydraulic fluid, and all other operating fluids to full capacity.
5.
Make sure that the flaps are fully retracted and that the flight controls are in the neutral
position.
6.
Place crew seats in the center position and make sure the cabin passenger seats are
in the correct positions. Refer to the relevant Interior Configuration Code Seat Location
Chart in this Section.
7.
8.
Make sure that all tires are inflated to normal operating pressure.
9.
Place airplane in a closed hangar to prevent scale reading errors due to wind.
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WEIGHING PROCEDURE WITH LOAD PLATES
LEVELING
Open the cargo door and place a level across the seat tracks. Adjust the main gear tire
pressure until the airplane is laterally level. Place the level along the top of the inboard seat
track and adjust the nose tire pressure until the airplane is longitudinally level. Refer to Section
8 of this Handbook for more information concerning airplane leveling. Remove the level and
carefully close the cargo door.
WEIGHING
1.
Refer to the manufacturers instructions and position the aircraft on the load plates.
2.
With the airplane level and brakes released, record the weight shown on each scale in
the appropriate section on Figure 6-1A, Airplane Weighing Form.
3.
Record the tare weight for each applicable scale on Figure 6-1A, Airplane Weighing
Form.
4.
Record nose gear (a) and the main gear (b) dimensions on Figure 6-1A, Airplane
Weighing Form.
5.
Subtract tare weight from applicable scale reading for net weight and record in
appropriate section on Figure 6-1A, Airplane Weighing Form.
6.
Calculate Arm of the nose gear (A) and the main gear (B) and record in appropriate
section on Figure 6-1A, Airplane Weighing Form.
7.
Calculate airplane C.G. Arm and record on Figure 6-2, Airplane Basic Empty Weight.
8.
Adjust weight and moment for unusable fuel and optional equipment installed after
airplane weighing to determine airplane Total Basic Empty Weight and Moment.
9.
10.
11.
After weighing return tire pressures to operational values. Refer to Section 8 for
instructions.
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Scale Position
Symbol
Scale
Reading
lb (kg)
Tare
Net Weight
lb (kg)
lb (kg)
DATUM
C.G. ARM
118 in.
(3.0m)
L+R
THE DATUM IS 118IN. (3.0m) AHEAD
OF THE FIREWALL
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Landing
Gear
Symbol
Nose
(a)
Left Main
(b)
Right Main
(c)
Dimension
Average (b)
Arm
mm
mm
in (mm)
(A)
--
(B)
(L+R) / 2
NOSE GEAR
ARM
(a)
Arm
(A)
(in)
Arm
(A)
(mm)
111.90
2842
20
111.82
2840
40
111.74
2838
60
111.62
2835
80
111.54
2833
100
111.46
2831
120
111.34
2828
140
111.27
2826
160
111.19
2824
180
111.07
2821
200
110.99
2819
220
110.91
2817
240
110.79
2814
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Dimension
(a)
(mm)
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Dimension
(b)
(mm)
Arm
(B)
(in)
Arm
(B)
(mm)
110
254.78
6471
130
254.46
6463
150
254.07
6453
170
253.60
6441
190
253.04
6427
210
252.41
6411
230
251.71
6393
250
250.88
6372
270
249.97
6349
290
248.91
6322
310
247.73
6292
(b)
=
=
=
=
=
=
120140
Where:
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
WEIGHING PROCEDURE WITH JACKS AND LOAD CELLS
LEVELING
Put the jacks in position below the wing and tail jacking points. The fuselage jacking points
must not be used. Refer to the manufacturers instructions for the use of the load cell
equipment. Position the load cells and adapters and slowly raise the aircraft clear of the
ground.
Open the cargo door and place a level across the seat tracks. Place the level along the top of
the inboard seat track and adjust the tail jack until the airplane is longitudinally level. Refer to
Section 8 of this Handbook for more information concerning airplane leveling. Remove the level
and carefully close the cargo door.
WEIGHING
1.
With the airplane level, record the weight shown on each load cell in the appropriate
section on Figure 6-1B, Airplane Weighing Form.
2.
Calculate airplane C.G. Arm and record on Figure 6-2, Airplane Basic Empty Weight.
The C. G. Arm calculation formula is:
C. G. Arm in (m) = (L + R) x B + T x A
L+R+T
3.
Adjust weight and moment for unusable fuel and optional equipment installed after
airplane weighing to determine airplane Total Basic Empty Weight and Moment.
4.
5.
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A
463.38 in (11770 mm)
LEFT MAIN
JACKING POINT
X
RIGHT MAIN
JACKING POINT
TAIL
JACKING
POINT
Scale Position
Symbol
Scale
Reading
lb (kg)
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Serial No.:
Model:
Registration No.:
Item
Weight
lb (kg)
Date:
C.G. Arm
in (m)
Moment
lb-in (mkg)
225.6 (5.73)
7422 (87.38)
32.9 (14.9)
3. Optional equipment, if
applicable
4. Optional equipment, if
applicable
5. Optional equipment, if
applicable
6. TOTAL BASIC EMPTY
WEIGHT AND MOMENT
(Sum of 1 thru 5)
AIRPLANE USEFUL LOAD - NORMAL CATEGORY OPERATION
Ramp Weight
lb (kg)
= Useful Load
lb (kg)
=
The Basic Empty Weight, C.G., and Useful Load are for the airplane as licensed at the factory.
These figures are only applicable to the specific airplane serial number and registration number
shown. Refer to Figure 6-3. Weight and Balance Record when modifications to the airplane
have been made.
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
WEIGHT AND BALANCE RECORD
Figure 6-3. Weight and Balance Record is a log of the modifications that occurred after the
airplane was licensed at the factory. Any change to the permanently installed equipment or
airplane modifications which effect the airplane Basic Empty Weight or Total Moment must be
entered in Figure 6-3. Weight and Balance Record. The last entry on the Weight and Balance
Record will be the current airplane Basic Empty Weight and Total Moment.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Protection against the damaging effects of leakage of hazardous materials has not been
provided in the cargo area. Provisions should be made for protection if carriage of these
materials is planned.
In addition to the pilot in command, other personnel used for loading and unloading should be
properly trained concerning the handling, storage, loading and unloading of hazardous
materials if they are to be carried.
Information and regulations pertaining to the air transportation of hazardous materials is
outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 49 and in the International Civil
Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous
Goods by Air.
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
48.4"
1.23 m
44.25"
1.13 m
CABIN
DOOR
12.6"
20.47"
12.6"
0.32 m
0.52 m
0.32 m
CABIN CROSS-SECTION
EMERGENCY
EXIT
44.5"
1.13 m
CARGO NET
ATTACHMENT
FRAME 24
153.5"
3.9 m
CABIN
AREA
CARGO NET
ATTACHMENT
FRAME 27
34.8"
0.88 m
LUGGAGE NET
ATTACHMENT
FRAME 34
17.8"
0.45 m
BAGGAGE
AREA
BAGGAGE AREA
CROSS-SECTION
CARGO DOOR
HEIGHT
WIDTH
COMPARTMENT VOLUME
(WITHIN DIMENSIONED AREAS)
CABIN
BAGGAGE
190.25 ft 3 (5.4 m3 )
16.0 ft 3 (0.45 m3 )
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HEIGHT
WIDTH
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Step 2:
Step 3:
Step 4:
These steps are explained in the following flowcharts, followed by an example to demonstrate
their use.
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
( WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT )
Step One
Determine the best orientation for
the cargo in the cabin
Cargo
Width
20% Width
C.g. in central
20% of Width?
No
Yes
1. Place the cargo in the cabin with the
heavier end to the rear.
2. Heavier cargo items should be placed
in front of lighter ones.
Max 67%
height
Heavier end of cargo
is placed to the rear
FORWARD
Go to Step Two
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
( WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT )
Step Two
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
( WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT )
Step Three
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
( WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT )
Step Four
Determine the allowable cargo weight
Is the Height/Width
ratio less than or
equal to 1.25?
No
Yes
Is the Height/Length
ratio less than or
equal to 1.25?
Yes
Use Height/Length ratio to enter the Cargo
Tie-Down Configuration Chart determined in
Flowchart Two (Figures 6-11 through 6-14).
Determine allowable cargo weight.
No
No
Is the cargo weight
less than or equal to
the allowable weight?
Yes
Cargo is acceptable
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
(WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT)
RESTRAIN CARGO IN CABIN
Fit the Restraint Bars and the Load Carrier Assemblies to the aircraft. If there is more than one
cargo item, try to place the heavier items forward of the lighter ones.
Place cargo in cabin: ensure cargo is firmly against Restraint Bar(s)
Restrain cargo with straps attached to the seat rails.
The straps shall be placed in the fore-aft direction: do not place diagonally.
Place front strap fitting as close as feasible to Restraint Bar. Place rear fitting to give a
strap angle of 10 to 20, as shown in Figure 6-10.
Additional straps may be placed laterally on cargo straddling the centre two seat rails, if
desired.
10 to
20
FORWARD
Figure 6-10. Fore-aft Strap Angles
Perform the Weight and Balance check to verify that the MTOW and aircraft c.g. position are
within the limits given in Section 2.
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
(WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT)
EXAMPLE
The cargo to be transported is shown below. Looking down, the c.g. is roughly in the centre of
the box, but its height is unknown.
18 (450mm)
36 (900mm)
24 (600mm)
18 (450mm)
Length
24 (600mm)
Width
36 (900mm)
1c. The cargo lateral c.g. is approximately in middle of the box: the charts are valid.
Step 2: Determine the correct restraint bars
2a. The cargo width is 36 (900mm). Both short restraining bars are used.
2b. Two cargo-restraining straps, fitted to the inner seat rails, are required.
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Step 3: Determine the correct cargo tie-down configuration chart and curve
3a. The front stop is attached to 4 seat rails, but cargo tie down straps can only be fitted
to the inner seat tracks. This cargo straddles 2 seat rails. The restraining Bars are
angle shaped (not T-section) and thus Figure 6-11 is used.
3b. The cargo vertical c.g. position is unknown: use the high centre of gravity curve.
Step 4: Determine allowable cargo weight
4a. Height/Width = 18/36 = 0.33. Less than 1.25, therefore OK.
4b. Height/Length = 18/24 = 0.75. Less than 1.25, therefore OK.
4c. From Figure 6-11, the allowable cargo weight is 214 lb (97kg): cargo weight is
acceptable.
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
(WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT)
Figure 6-11. Cargo straddling two (2) seat rails: Angle Restraining Bar
Figure 6-12. Cargo straddling four (4) seat rails: Angle Restraining Bar
Report No: 02211
6-22
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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WEIGHT PER SINGLE CONTAINER
(WITHOUT SPECIAL EQUIPMENT)
Figure 6-13. Cargo straddling two (2) seat rails: T Restraining Bar
Figure 6-14. Cargo straddling four (4) seat rails: T Restraining Bar
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 6: Jun 30, 2010
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CARGO NET
FRAME 24
FRAME 27
EXTENDABLE
LUGGAGE NET
FRAME 32
LUGGAGE NET
FRAME 34
ANCHOR PLATE
NET
STRAP
NET SIDE
ATTACHMENT
FITTINGS
NET FLOOR
ATTACHMENT
FITTINGS
EXTENDED
LUGGAGE NET
FORWARD
ATTACHMENT
FITTINGS
SEAT RAIL
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STRAP
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Subtract the weight and moment of the fuel allowance for engine start and ground operations to
determine Takeoff Weight and Moment. Divide the moment by the weight to determine the C.G.
arm. Nose landing gear retraction or extension has a negligible effect on the weight and
balance (moment change of 538 in-lb (6.2 m-Kg), therefore no calculation is needed.
Locate this point in the C.G. Envelope, Figure 6-18. If the point falls within the envelope, the
loading meets the weight and balance requirements for takeoff.
COMBI CONVERSION
A Combi Conversion can be made from the removal of cabin seats from a Corporate
Commuter and the removal of cabin seats and furnishings from an Executive Interior aircraft.
The Combi Interior consists of 2 crew seats and payload or a combination of seats and
payload. Cargo nets can be installed to attachment points at frames 24 and 27. Refer to
Section 2 for the Cargo Limitations.
The airplane is weighed at the factory before the time of delivery. When other interior
configurations are required, adjust the Basic Empty Weight and Moment and complete the
landing form as follows:
Make a temporary mark on the seat rail at the forward edge of the Corporate Commuter
Seat(s) or mark position of the Executive Seat attachment fittings of the seat(s) to be
removed with masking tape or similar material to expedite re-installation. Remove the
passenger seats and furnishings as required.
Use the passenger seats and furnishings weight and moment data in the relevant Interior
Code section and determine the total weight and moment difference of the interior items
removed from the aircraft.
Example: Three Seat Bench removed. Frame 27 Cargo Net installed.
ITEM
Three Seat Bench
Frame 27 Cargo Net
Total Value
WEIGHT LB (KG)
MOMENT LB IN (M
KG)
- 125.2 (56.8)
- 40586 (467.61)
+ 3.6 (1.65)
+ 1049 (12.21)
- 121.6 (55.15)
- 39537 (455.4)
NOTE: The moment figure is obtained by multiplying the weight of the item by the
fuselage station given in the Seat Location Chart.
Enter the Total Value on line 2 of the Loading Form, Figure 6-17.
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When re-installing the passenger seats, return the seats to their original positions and verify the
dimensions as shown in the Seat Location Chart for the aircraft configuration. Secure the
arresting pin on the Corporate Commuter Seat(s) or install the locking needles on the
Executive Seat(s). Remove the temporary seat rail marks.
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
lb
lb - in*
lb
lb - in*
lb
lb - in*
lb
lb - in*
50
8014
100
16027
150
24040
200
32054
60
9616
110
17630
160
25643
210
33657
70
11219
120
19232
170
27246
220
35259
80
12822
130
20835
180
28849
230
36862
90
14424
140
22438
190
30451
240
38465
* Arm for center position only. Adjust arm 0.69 inch for each hole from center position.
Maximum seat travel is +/- 4 holes or +/- 2.76 inches from center position.
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
kg
Kg - m
kg
kg - m
kg
kg - m
kg
kg - m
25
101.78
50
203.55
75
305.33
100
407.10
30
122.13
55
223.91
80
325.68
105
427.46
35
142.49
60
244.26
85
346.04
110
447.81
40
162.84
65
264.62
90
366.39
115
468.17
45
183.20
70
284.97
95
386.75
120
488.52
* Arm for center position only. Adjust arm 0.018 meter for each hole from center
position. Maximum seat travel is +/- 4 holes or +/- 0.070 meters from center position.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
10
3,710
110
40,810
210
77,910
310
115,010
20
7,420
120
44,520
220
81,620
320
118,720
30
11,130
130
48,230
230
85,330
330
122,430
40
14,840
140
51,940
240
89,040
340
126,140
50
18,550
150
55,650
250
92,750
350
129,850
60
22,260
160
59360
260
96,460
360
133,560
70
25,970
170
63,070
270
100,170
370
137,270
80
29,680
180
66,780
280
103,880
380
140,980
90
33,390
190
70,490
290
107,590
390
144,690
100
37,100
200
74,200
300
111,300
397
147,287
MOMENT
kg - m
WEIGHT
kg
MOMENT
kg - m
1460.10
MOMENT
kg - m
WEIGHT
kg
MOMENT
kg - m
WEIGHT
kg
47.10
55
518.10
105
989.10
155
10
94.20
60
565.20
110
1036.20
160
1507.20
15
141.30
65
612.30
115
1083.30
165
1554.30
20
188.40
70
659.40
120
1130.40
170
1601.40
25
235.50
75
706.50
125
1177.50
175
1648.50
30
282.60
80
753.60
130
1224.60
180
1695.60
35
329.70
85
800.70
135
1271.70
40
376.80
90
847.80
140
1318.80
45
423.90
95
894.90
145
1365.90
50
471.00
100
942.00
150
1413.00
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
REAR BAGGAGE AREA MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
EXTENDABLE NET AT FRAME 32 - ARM 361.0 IN
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
WEIGHT
lb
MOMENT
lb - in
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
3610
7220
10831
14441
18051
21661
25272
28882
32492
36102
39713
43323
46933
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220
230
240
250
260
50543
54154
57764
61374
64984
68594
72205
75815
79425
83035
86646
90256
93866
270
280
290
300
310
320
330
340
350
360
370
380
390
97476
101087
104697
108307
111917
115528
119138
122748
126358
129969
133579
137189
140799
400
410
420
430
440
450
460
470
480
490
500
144409
148020
151630
155240
158850
162461
166071
169681
173291
176902
180512
WEIGHT
kg
MOMENT
kg - m
MOMENT
kg - m
WEIGHT
kg
MOMENT
kg - m
WEIGHT
kg
MOMENT
kg - m
45.85
70
641.90
135
1237.95
200
1834.00
10
91.70
75
687.75
140
1283.80
205
1879.85
15
137.55
80
733.60
145
1329.65
210
1925.70
20
183.40
85
779.45
150
1375.50
215
1971.55
25
229.25
90
825.30
155
2017.40
30
35
40
45
50
275.10
320.95
366.80
412.65
458.50
95
100
105
110
115
871.15
917.00
962.85
1008.70
225
2063.25
1054.55
160
165
170
175
180
1421.35
1467.20
1513.05
1558.90
1604.75
1650.60
220
55
504.35
120
1100.40
185
1696.45
60
550.20
125
1146.25
190
1742.30
65
596.05
130
1192.10
195
1788.15
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
lb
lb - in
lb
lb - in
lb
lb - in
lb
lb - in
100
22572
800
183555
1500
347656
2200
511463
200
45161
900
207111
1600
371079
2300
534839
300
67776
1000
230572
1700
394500
2400
558130
400
90443
1100
253974
1800
417912
2500
581450
500
113351
1200
277441
1900
441347
2600
604724
600
136538
1300
300811
2000
464746
2700
628029
700
159955
1400
324221
2100
488120
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
WEIGHT
MOMENT
kg
kg - m
kg
kg - m
kg
kg - m
kg
kg - m
50
286.64
400
2337.14
750
4419.61
1100
6497.53
100
573.59
450
2635.13
800
4717.33
1150
6793.90
150
860.84
500
2932.34
850
5014.59
1200
7090.37
200
1149.27
550
3230.45
900
5312.14
1250
7385.69
250
1441.88
600
3526.99
950
5608.06
300
1738.40
650
3824.03
1000
5905.10
350
2037.52
700
4122.29
1050
6201.26
NOTE
Unusable fuel is considered in empty weight. The chart shows
only additional fuel.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
ARM AFT OF
DATUM in (m)
MOMENT
lb-in
5613
225.16 (5.719)
1263823
NA
NA
NA
3. Pilot
170
160.27 (4.071)
27246
170
160.27 (4.071)
27246
5. Passenger 1
170
215.00 (5.461)
36550
6. Passenger 2
170
212.03 (5.386)
36045
7. Passenger 3
170
248.00 (6.299)
42160
8. Passenger 4
170
245.03 (6.224)
41655
9. Passenger 5
170
281.00 (7.137)
47770
10. Passenger 6
170
278.05 (7.062)
47268
11. Passenger 7
170
314.00 (7.976)
53380
12. Passenger 8
170
311.03 (7.900)
52875
13. Passenger 9
170
344.03 (8.738)
58485
191.00 (4.851)
15. LH Cabinet
212.10(5.387)
16. RH Cabinet
211.19 (5.364)
215
361.00 (9.170)
371.00 (9.423)
79765
7698
235.68
1814269
20. Fuel
1650
382790
9348
235.03
2197059
40
9019
9308
235.07
2188040
18. Cargo
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
INTERIOR CODE:
WEIGHT
lb (kg)
ARM AFT OF
DATUM in (m)
MOMENT
lb-in (kg-m)
160.27 (4.071)
160.27 (4.071)
5. Passenger 1
6. Passenger 2
7. Passenger 3
8. Passenger 4
9. Passenger 5
10. Passenger 6
11. Passenger 7
12. Passenger 8
13. Passenger 9
14. Optional Wardrobe
191.00 (4.851)
15. LH Cabinet
212.10 (5.387)
16. RH Cabinet
211.19 (5.364)
361.00 (9.170)
371.00 (9.423)
18. Cargo
19. Zero Fuel Weight
MZFW 9039 lb (4100 kg)
(Sum of 1 thru 18)
20. Fuel
5500
6000
6500
7000
7500
220
WEIGHT
- LB
8000
8500
9000
9500
10000
225
230
235
240
245
MAX RAMP
WEIGHT (MRW) 9965 lb
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
2500
3000
WEIGHT
- KG
3500
4000
4500
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
METERS AFT OF DATUM
6.0
6.1
6.2
MAX RAMP
WEIGHT (MRW) 4520 kg
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EQUIPMENT LIST
Refer to Pilatus Report No. 02047, Airplane equipment List, attached to the back of this report.
The equipment list itemizes the installed equipment included in the Basic Empty Weight
indicated in Figure 6-2 of this Airplane Flight Manual.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
INTERIOR CONFIGURATIONS
The PC-12 was designed and certified initially with two basic cabin interior configurations, a
Corporate Commuter (Code STD-9S) and an Executive interior (Code EX-6S). The Corporate
Commuter interior consists of two crew seats and 9 standard passenger seats. The Executive
interior consists of two crew seats and 6 executive seats with forward storage cabinets and a
toilet.
Variations to the two basic interior configurations are continuously being developed. The
various configurations that have been approved are given below. Before using them it is the
operators responsibility to check whether they require authorization by their regulatory
authority. Some of the configurations require structural and system modifications, check with
the Service Bulletin Index for the applicable SBs.
A Code Number is given to each interior configuration. The code is shown on a placard which
is installed on the cargo door frame. The placard code gives the type and number of seats that
are installed in the aircraft. Before making any changes to the interior configuration, contact
Pilatus to make sure that any modification work or SBs are identified for embodiment. The
placard must then be changed to show the correct code for the new configuration.
It is possible for aircraft with the executive interior to have more than one placard installed on
the cargo door frame. The removal or installation of the rear seats must be done in accordance
with an approved configuration. The correct weight and moment charts for the configuration
must then be used for weight and balance determination for flight.
An optional three seat bench can be installed at the rear of the cabin in a Corporate Commuter
and an Executive aircraft. A large baggage net can be installed in these configurations.
The following code numbers have been allocated and the seat locations are given in the
following sub-sections:
CORPORATE COMMUTER Interior Layout CODE STD-6S-3B (six standard seats and
three seat bench)
EXECUTIVE Interior Layout CODE EX-4S-3B (four executive seats and three seat bench)
EXECUTIVE Interior Layout CODE EX-6S-STD-2S (six executive seats and two standard
seats)
EXECUTIVE Interior Layout CODE EX-4S-STD-4S (four executive seats and four standard
seats)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
passenger seat and furnishings weight and moment chart (standard and metric units)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
FUSELAGE STATION
179.88"
4.569 m
211.17"
5.364 m
244.17"
6.202 m
277.17"
7.040 m
310.17"
7.878 m
343.17"
8.716 m
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
0"
0m
31.28"
0.795 m
64.28"
1.633 m
97.28"
2.471 m
130.28"
3.309 m
163.28"
4.147 m
PAX 2
PAX 4
PAX 6
PAX 8
PAX 9
PAX 1
PAX 3
PAX 5
PAX 7
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
0"
0m
34.25"
0.870 m
67.25"
1.708 m
100.25"
2.546 m
133.25
3.385 m
FUSELAGE STATION
179.88"
4.569 m
214.13"
5.439 m
247.13
6.277 m
280.13"
7.115 m
313.13"
7.954 m
A
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS
THE DISTANCE FROM THE AFT
SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE
CENTER ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
120004
FWD
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-9S
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
PC-12
SEAT
NO.
FIXED
CUSHIONS
REMOVABLE
CUSHIONS
FIXED
CUSHIONS
REMOVABLE
CUSHIONS
1,3,5,7
959.30.01.501
959.30.01.503
959.30.01.505
959.30.01.507
959.30.01.509
959.30.01.511
959.30.01.513
959.30.01.515
959.30.01.517
959.30.01.519
525.22.12.011
959.30.01.511
959.30.01.513
959.30.01.515
959.30.01.517
959.30.01.519
525.22.12.011
2,4,6,8,9
959.30.01.502
959.30.01.504
959.30.01.506
959.30.01.508
959.30.01.510
959.30.01.512
959.30.01.514
959.30.01.516
959.30.01.518
959.30.01.520
525.22.12.012
959.30.01.512
959.30.01.514
959.30.01.516
959.30.01.518
959.30.01.520
525.22.12.012
NOTE:
The lap belt extension Part No. 959.30.01.588 or Part No. 959.30.01.590 can be
installed on all of the above seats.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-9S
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1
29.10 (13.2)
6358 (73.25)
PASS SEAT 2
29.10 (13.2)
6271 (72.25)
PASS SEAT 3
29.10 (13.2)
7318 (84.31)
PASS SEAT 4
29.10 (13.2)
7231 (83.32)
PASS SEAT 5
29.10 (13.2)
8278 (95.38)
PASS SEAT 6
29.10 (13.2)
8192 (94.38)
PASS SEAT 7
29.10 (13.2)
9239 (106.44)
PASS SEAT 8
29.10 (13.2)
9152 (105.44)
PASS SEAT 9
29.10 (13.2)
10112 (116.51)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-9S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX 1
PAX 2
PAX 3
PAX 4
PAX 5
PAX 6
PAX 7
PAX 8
PAX 9
lb
215.00
in
212.03
in
248.00
in
245.03
in
281.00
in
278.03
in
314.00
in
311.03
in
344.03
in
50
10750
10602
12400
12252
14050
13902
15700
15552
17202
60
12900
12722
14880
14702
16860
16682
18840
18662
20642
70
15050
14842
17360
17152
19670
19462
21980
21772
24082
80
17200
16963
19840
19603
22480
22243
25120
24883
27523
90
19350
19083
22320
22053
25290
25023
28260
27993
30963
100
21500
21203
24800
24503
28100
27803
31400
31103
34403
110
23650
23323
27280
26953
30910
30583
34540
34213
37843
120
25800
25444
29760
29404
33720
33364
37680
37324
41284
130
27950
27564
32240
31854
36530
36144
40820
40434
44724
140
30100
29684
34720
34304
39340
38924
43960
43544
48164
150
32250
31805
37200
36755
42150
41705
47100
46655
51605
160
34400
33925
39680
39205
44960
44485
50240
49765
55045
170
36550
36045
42160
41655
47770
47265
53380
52875
58485
180
38700
38166
44640
44106
50580
50046
56520
55986
61926
190
40850
40286
47120
46556
53390
52826
59660
59096
65366
200
43000
42406
49600
49006
56200
55606
62800
62206
68806
210
45150
44527
52080
51457
59010
58387
65940
65317
72247
220
47300
46647
54560
53907
61820
61167
69080
68427
75687
230
49450
48767
57040
56357
64630
63947
72220
71537
79127
240
51600
50888
59520
58808
67440
66728
75360
74648
82568
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-9S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KG - M )
WEIGHT PAX 1
PAX 2
PAX 3
PAX 4
PAX 5
PAX 6
PAX 7
PAX 8
PAX 9
kg
5.461
m
5.386
m
6.299
m
6.224
m
7.137
m
7.062
m
7.976
m
7.900
m
8.738
m
25
136.5
134.6
157.5
155.6
178.4
176.6
199.4
197.5
218.5
30
163.8
161.6
189.0
186.7
214.1
211.9
239.3
237.0
262.2
35
191.1
188.5
220.5
217.8
249.8
247.2
279.1
276.5
305.8
40
218.4
215.4
252.0
249.0
285.5
282.5
319.0
316.0
349.5
45
245.7
242.4
283.5
280.1
321.2
317.8
358.9
355.5
393.2
50
273.1
269.3
315.0
311.2
356.9
353.1
398.8
395.0
436.9
55
300.4
296.2
346.5
342.3
392.6
388.4
438.7
434.5
480.6
60
327.7
323.1
378.0
373.4
428.2
423.7
478.5
474.0
524.3
65
355.0
350.1
409.4
404.5
463.9
459.0
518.4
513.5
568.0
70
382.3
377.0
440.9
435.7
499.6
494.3
558.3
553.0
611.7
75
409.6
403.9
472.4
466.8
535.3
529.7
598.2
592.5
655.4
80
436.9
430.8
503.9
497.9
571.0
565.0
638.0
632.0
699.1
85
464.2
457.8
535.4
529.0
606.7
600.3
677.9
671.5
742.8
90
491.5
484.7
566.9
560.1
642.4
635.6
717.8
711.0
786.5
95
518.8
511.6
598.4
591.3
678.1
670.9
757.7
750.5
830.1
100
546.1
538.6
629.9
622.4
713.7
706.2
797.6
790.0
873.8
105
573.4
565.5
661.4
653.5
749.4
741.5
837.4
829.5
917.5
110
600.7
592.4
692.9
684.6
785.1
776.8
877.3
869.0
961.2
115
628.0
619.3
724.4
715.7
820.8
812.1
917.2
908.5
1004.9
120
655.3
646.3
755.9
746.9
856.5
847.4
957.1
948.0
1048.6
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-6S-3B
GENERAL
This configuration is a variation of the basic Corporate Commuter interior and consists of 6
standard passenger seats and a 3 seat bench. It is the operators responsibility to check before
using this configuration whether they require authorization by their regulatory authority. The
following information is given:
passenger seats and furnishings weight and moment chart (standard and metric units)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
FUSELAGE STATION
179.88"
4.569 m
211.17"
5.364 m
244.17"
6.202 m
277.17"
7.040 m
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
0"
0m
31.28"
0.795 m
64.28"
1.633 m
97.28"
2.471 m
PAX 2
PAX 4
PAX 6
B
PAX 1
PAX 3
PAX 5
PAX 7-9
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
0"
0m
32.25"
0.819 m
65.25"
1.657 m
98.25"
2.496 m
134.25"
3.410 m
FUSELAGE STATION
179.88"
4.569 m
212.13"
5.388 m
245.13
6.266 m
278.13"
7.065 m
314.13"
7.979 m
FWD
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
120119
NOTE:
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-6S-3B
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
PC-12
PC-12/45
SEAT
NO.
FIXED
CUSHIONS
REMOVABLE
CUSHIONS
FIXED
CUSHIONS
REMOVABLE
CUSHIONS
1,3,5
959.30.01.501
959.30.01.503
959.30.01.505
959.30.01.507
959.30.01.509
959.30.01.511
959.30.01.513
959.30.01.515
959.30.01.517
959.30.01.519
525.22.12.011
959.30.01.511
959.30.01.513
959.30.01.515
959.30.01.517
959.30.01.519
525.22.12.011
2,4,6
959.30.01.502
959.30.01.504
959.30.01.506
959.30.01.508
959.30.01.510
959.30.01.512
959.30.01.514
959.30.01.516
959.30.01.518
959.30.01.520
525.22.12.012
959.30.01.512
959.30.01.514
959.30.01.516
959.30.01.518
959.30.01.520
525.22.12.012
7,8,9
959.30.01.801
959.30.01.802
959.30.01.803
959.30.01.804
959.30.01.805
(Bench Seat)
959.30.01.801
959.30.01.802
959.30.01.803
959.30.01.804
959.30.01.805
(Bench Seat)
959.30.01.801
959.30.01.802
959.30.01.803
959.30.01.804
959.30.01.805
(Bench Seat)
959.30.01.801
959.30.01.802
959.30.01.803
959.30.01.804
959.30.01.805
(Bench Seat)
NOTES:
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-6S-3B
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1
29.10 (13.2)
6299 (72.57)
PASS SEAT 2
29.10 (13.2)
6271 (72.25)
PASS SEAT 3
29.10 (13.2)
7260 (83.64)
PASS SEAT 4
29.10 (13.2)
7231 (83.32)
PASS SEAT 5
29.10 (13.2)
8220 (94.70)
PASS SEAT 6
29.10 (13.2)
8192 (94.38)
PASS SEAT 7, 8, 9
125.20 (56.8)
40586 (467.61)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-6S-3B
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIG
HT
PAX
1
PAX
2
PAX
3
PAX
4
PAX
5
PAX
6
PAX
7
PAX
8
PAX
9
lb
213.0
0
in
212.0
3
in
246.0
0
in
245.0
3
in
279.0
0
in
278.0
3
in
321.1
2
in
321.1
2
in
321.1
2
in
50
10650
10602
12300
12252
13950
13902
16056
16056
16056
60
12780
12722
14760
14702
16740
16682
19267
19267
19267
70
14910
14842
17220
17152
19530
19462
22478
22478
22478
80
17040
16963
19680
19603
22320
22243
25690
25690
25690
90
19170
19083
22140
22053
25110
25023
28901
28901
28901
100
21300
21203
24600
24503
27900
27803
32112
32112
32112
110
23430
23323
27060
26953
30690
30583
35323
35323
35323
120
25560
25444
29520
29404
33480
33364
38534
38534
38534
130
27689
27564
31979
31854
36269
36144
41746
41746
41746
140
29819
29684
34439
34304
39059
38924
44957
44957
44957
150
31949
31805
36899
36755
41849
41705
48168
48168
48168
160
34079
33925
39359
39205
44639
44485
51379
51379
51379
170
36209
36045
41819
41655
47429
47265
54590
54590
54590
180
38339
38166
44279
44106
50219
50046
57802
57802
57802
190
40469
40286
46739
46556
53009
52826
61013
61013
61013
200
42599
42406
49199
49006
55799
55606
64224
64224
64224
210
44729
44527
51659
51457
58589
58387
67435
67435
67435
220
46859
46647
54119
53907
61379
61167
70646
70646
70646
230
48989
48767
56579
56357
64169
63947
73858
73858
73858
240
51119
50888
59039
58808
66959
66728
77069
77069
77069
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR CODE STD-6S-3B
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KG - M )
PAX
1
PAX
2
PAX
3
PAX
4
PAX
5
PAX
6
PAX
7
PAX
8
PAX
9
kg
5.410
m
5.386
m
6.248
m
6.224
m
7.087
m
7.061
m
8.156
m
8.156
m
8.156
m
25
135.25
134.64
156.21
155.60
177.16
176.55
203.91
203.91
203.91
30
162.30
161.57
187.45
186.71
212.60
211.86
244.69
244.69
244.69
35
189.35
188.50
218.69
217.83
248.03
247.17
285.48
285.48
285.48
40
216.40
215.42
249.93
248.95
283.46
282.48
326.26
326.26
326.26
45
243.45
242.35
281.17
280.07
318.89
317.79
367.04
367.04
367.04
50
270.51
269.28
312.42
311.19
354.33
353.10
407.82
407.82
407.82
55
297.56
296.21
343.66
342.31
389.76
388.41
448.60
448.60
448.60
60
324.61
323.14
374.90
373.43
425.19
423.72
489.39
489.39
489.39
65
351.66
350.06
406.14
404.55
460.62
459.03
530.17
530.17
530.17
70
378.71
376.99
437.38
435.67
496.06
494.34
570.95
570.95
570.95
75
405.76
403.92
468.62
466.79
531.49
529.65
611.73
611.73
611.73
80
432.81
430.85
499.86
497.90
566.92
564.96
652.52
652.52
652.52
85
459.86
457.78
531.11
529.02
602.35
600.27
693.30
693.30
693.30
90
486.91
484.70
562.35
560.14
637.79
635.58
734.08
734.08
734.08
95
513.96
511.63
593.59
591.26
673.22
670.89
774.86
774.86
774.86
100
541.01
538.56
624.83
622.38
708.65
706.20
815.64
815.64
815.64
105
568.06
565.49
656.07
653.50
744.08
741.51
856.43
856.43
856.43
110
595.11
592.42
687.31
684.62
779.52
776.82
897.21
897.21
897.21
115
622.16
619.34
718.55
715.74
814.95
812.13
937.99
937.99
937.99
120
649.21
646.27
749.80
746.86
850.38
847.44
978.77
978.77
978.77
WEIGHT
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX 6S-2
GENERAL
The basic Executive Interior consisting of 6 executive passenger seats. The section contains
the following information:
passenger seats and furnishings weight and moment chart (standard and metric units)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
RH
CD PLAYER
CABINET (OPTIONAL)
PAX 6
0"
0m
10.05"
0.255 m
31.89"
0.810 m
31.30"
0.795 m
147.18"
3.738 m
179.95"
4.571 m
190.00"
4.826 m
211.85"
5.381 m
211.19"
5.364 m
327.13"
8.309 m
PAX
2
PAX
4
PAX
6
PAX
1
PAX
3
B
PAX
5
ARRESTING
PIN LOCATION
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
LH
CABINET
PAX 1/2
PAX 3/4
PAX 5
0"
0m
31.88"
0.809 m
56.18"
1.427 m
89.18"
2.265 m
135.18"
3.435 m
179.95"
4.571 m
211.83"
5.380 m
236.13"
5.998 m
269.13"
6.836 m
315.13"
8.004 m
FWD
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS THE DISTANCE
FROM THE AFT SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
120099
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-2
PERMITTED PASSENGER PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
PC-12, PC-12/45 AND PC-12/47
SEAT
NO.
SCHROTH RESTRAINT
959.30.01.601
959.30.01.613
959.30.01.617
959.30.01.619
959.30.01.621
959.30.01.623
or
959.30.01.625
959.30.01.627
959.30.01.629
959.30.01.631
959.30.01.602
959.30.01.614
959.30.01.618
959.30.01.620
959.30.01.622
959.30.01.624
or
959.30.01.626
959.30.01.628
959.30.01.630
959.30.01.632
3, 5
959.30.01.609
959.30.01.615
959.30.01.633
959.30.01.635
959.30.01.637
959.30.01.639
959.30.01.641
959.30.01.643
959.30.01.645
959.30.01.647
or
959.30.01.649
959.30.01.651
959.30.01.653
959.30.01.655
959.30.01.657
959.30.01.659
959.30.01.661
959.30.01.663
4, 6
959.30.01.610
959.30.01.616
959.30.01.634
959.30.01.636
959.30.01.638
959.30.01.640
959.30.01.642
959.30.01.644
959.30.01.646
959.30.01.648
or
959.30.01.650
959.30.01.652
959.30.01.654
959.30.01.656
959.30.01.658
959.30.01.660
959.30.01.662
959.30.01.664
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-2
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1 OR 2
41.0 (18.6)
9431.0 (108.7)
PASS SEAT 3 OR 4
41.3 (18.75)
11540.0 (132.95)
PASS SEAT 5
41.3 (18.75)
13441.4 (154.86)
PASS SEAT 6
41.3 (18.75)
13937.5 (160.58)
TOILET
81.0 (36.7)
15390.0 (177.3)
LH CABINET
31.3 (14.2)
6630.3 (76.5)
RH CABINET
27.0 (12.3)
5720 (66.0)
CD PLAYER (optional)
5 (2.5)
1162 (13.41)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-2
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5
PAX
6
lb
234.09
in
276.12
in
322.13
in
334.12
in
50
11705
13806
16107
16706
60
14046
16567
19328
20047
70
16387
19329
22549
23388
80
18728
22090
25771
26729
90
21068
24851
28992
30070
100
23409
27612
32213
33412
110
25750
30374
35434
36753
120
28091
33135
38656
40094
130
30432
35896
41877
43435
140
32773
38657
45098
46776
150
35114
41419
48320
50117
160
37455
44180
51541
53459
170
39796
46941
54762
56800
180
42137
49702
57984
60141
190
44478
52464
61205
63482
200
46819
55225
64426
66823
210
49160
57986
67648
70164
220
51501
60747
70869
73506
230
53842
63508
74090
76847
240
56183
66270
77312
80188
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-2
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX 6S-2
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KG - M)
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5
PAX
6
kg
5.946
m
7.014
m
8.182
m
8.487
m
25
148.65
175.34
204.55
212.16
30
178.38
210.41
245.46
254.60
35
208.11
245.47
286.38
297.03
40
237.84
280.54
327.29
339.46
45
267.57
315.61
368.20
381.89
50
297.30
350.68
409.11
424.33
55
327.03
385.75
450.02
466.76
60
356.76
420.81
490.93
509.19
65
386.49
455.88
531.84
551.63
70
416.22
490.95
572.75
594.06
75
445.95
526.02
613.66
636.49
80
475.68
561.08
654.57
678.92
85
505.41
596.15
695.48
721.36
90
535.14
631.22
736.39
763.79
95
564.87
666.29
777.30
806.22
100
594.60
701.35
818.21
848.65
105
624.33
736.42
859.13
891.09
110
654.06
771.49
900.04
933.52
115
683.79
806.56
940.95
975.95
120
713.52
841.63
981.86
1018.39
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-8S
GENERAL
This configuration is a variation of the basic executive interior and consists of 8 executive
passenger seats. It is the operators responsibility to check before using this configuration
whether they require authorization by their regulatory authority. The following information is
given:
passenger seats and furnishings weight and moment chart (standard and metric units)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
RH
CD PLAYER
CABINET (OPTIONAL)
0"
0m
10.05"
0.255 m
31.89"
0.810 m
31.30"
0.795 m
179.95"
4.571 m
190.00"
4.826 m
211.85"
5.381 m
211.19"
5.364 m
ARRESTING
PIN LOCATION
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
LH
CABINET
PAX 1/2
PAX 3/4
PAX 5/6
PAX 7/8
0"
0m
31.88"
0.809 m
56.18"
1.427 m
89.18"
2.265 m
121.18"
3.078 m
153.18"
3.891 m
179.95"
4.571 m
211.83"
5.380 m
236.14"
5.998 m
269.13"
6.836 m
301.13"
7.649 m
333.13"
8.462 m
FWD
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS THE DISTANCE
FROM THE AFT SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
120113
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-8S
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
SEAT NO.
959.30.01.613
959.30.01.617
959.30.01.619
959.30.01.621
959.30.01.623
or
959.30.01.625
959.30.01.627
959.30.01.629
959.30.01.631
959.30.01.614
959.30.01.618
959.30.01.620
959.30.01.622
959.30.01.624
or
959.30.01.626
959.30.01.628
959.30.01.630
959.30.01.632
3, 5, 7
959.30.01.615
959.30.01.633
959.30.01.635
959.30.01.637
959.30.01.639
959.30.01.641
959.30.01.643
959.30.01.645
959.30.01.647
or
959.30.01.649
959.30.01.651
959.30.01.653
959.30.01.655
959.30.01.657
959.30.01.659
959.30.01.661
959.30.01.663
4, 6, 8
959.30.01.616
959.30.01.634
959.30.01.636
959.30.01.638
959.30.01.640
959.30.01.642
959.30.01.644
959.30.01.646
959.30.01.648
or
959.30.01.650
959.30.01.652
959.30.01.654
959.30.01.656
959.30.01.658
959.30.01.660
959.30.01.662
959.30.01.664
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-8S
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1 OR 2
41.0 (18.6)
9431.0 (108.7)
PASS SEAT 3 OR 4
41.3 (18.75)
11540.0 (132.95)
PASS SEAT 5 OR 6
41.3 (18.75)
12862.7 (148.19)
PASS SEAT 7 OR 8
41.3 (18.75)
14185.5 (163.43)
TOILET
81.0 (36.7)
15390.0 (177.3)
LH CABINET
31.3 (14.2)
6630.3 (76.5)
RH CABINET
27.0 (12.3)
5720 (66.0)
CD PLAYER (optional)
5 (2.5)
1162 (13.41)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-8S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6
PAX
7/8
lb
234.09
in
276.12
in
308.12
in
340.12
in
50
11705
13806
15406
17006
60
14046
16567
18487
20407
70
16387
19329
21569
23809
80
18728
22090
24650
27210
90
21068
24851
27731
30611
100
23409
27612
30812
34012
110
25750
30374
33894
37414
120
28091
33135
36975
40815
130
30432
35896
40056
44216
140
32773
38657
43137
47617
150
35114
41419
46219
51019
160
37455
44180
49300
54420
170
39796
46941
52381
57821
180
42137
49702
55462
61222
190
44478
52464
58544
64624
200
46819
55225
61625
68025
210
49160
57986
64706
71426
220
51501
60747
67787
74827
230
53842
63508
70868
78228
240
56183
66270
73950
81630
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-8S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
CREW AND PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KG - M )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6
PAX
7/8
kg
5.946
m
7.014
m
7.826
m
8.639
m
25
148.65
175.34
195.66
215.98
30
178.38
210.41
234.79
259.17
35
208.11
245.47
273.92
302.37
40
237.84
280.84
313.05
345.57
45
267.57
315.61
352.19
388.76
50
297.30
350.68
391.32
431.96
55
327.03
385.75
430.45
475.15
60
356.76
420.81
469.58
518.35
65
386.49
455.88
508.71
561.54
70
416.22
490.95
547.84
604.74
75
445.95
526.02
586.98
647.94
80
475.68
561.08
626.11
691.13
85
505.41
596.15
665.24
734.33
90
535.14
631.22
704.37
777.52
95
564.87
666.29
743.50
820.72
100
594.60
701.35
782.63
863.91
105
624.33
736.42
821.77
907.11
110
654.06
771.49
860.90
950.31
115
683.79
806.56
900.03
993.50
120
713.52
841.63
939.16
1036.70
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-3B
GENERAL
This configuration is a variation of the basic Executive interior and consists of 4 executive
passenger seats and a 3 seat bench. It is the operators responsibility to check before using this
configuration whether they require authorization by their regulatory authority. The following
information is given:
passenger seats and furnishings weight and moment chart (standard and metric units)
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
TOILET
RH
CABINET
CD PLAYER
(OPTIONAL)
0"
0m
10.05"
0.255 m
31.89"
0.810 m
31.30"
0.795 m
179.95"
4.571 m
190.00"
4.826 m
211.85"
5.381 m
211.19"
5.364 m
PAX
2
PAX
7
PAX
4
B
PAX
3
PAX
1
PAX
6
PAX
5
ARRESTING
PIN LOCATION
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
LH
CABINET
PAX 1/2
PAX 3/4
PAX 5-7
0"
0m
31.88"
0.809 m
56.18"
1.427 m
89.18"
2.265 m
133.18"
3.383 m
179.95"
4.571 m
211.83"
5.380 m
236.13"
5.998 m
269.13"
6.836 m
313.13"
7.954 m
FWD
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS THE DISTANCE
FROM THE AFT SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
120121
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-3B
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
PC-12 AND PC-12/45
SEAT
NO.
SCHROTH RESTRAINT
959.30.01.601
959.30.01.613
959.30.01.617
959.30.01.619
959.30.01.621
959.30.01.623
or
959.30.01.625
959.30.01.627
959.30.01.629
959.30.01.631
959.30.01.602
959.30.01.614
959.30.01.618
959.30.01.620
959.30.01.622
959.30.01.624
or
959.30.01.626
959.30.01.628
959.30.01.630
959.30.01.632
959.30.01.603
959.30.01.609
959.30.01.615
959.30.01.633
959.30.01.635
959.30.01.637
959.30.01.639
959.30.01.641
959.30.01.643
959.30.01.645
959.30.01.647
or
959.30.01.649
959.30.01.651
959.30.01.653
959.30.01.655
959.30.01.657
959.30.01.659
959.30.01.661
959.30.01.663
959.30.01.604
959.30.01.610
959.30.01.616
959.30.01.634
959.30.01.636
959.30.01.638
959.30.01.640
959.30.01.642
959.30.01.644
959.30.01.646
959.30.01.648
or
959.30.01.650
959.30.01.652
959.30.01.654
959.30.01.656
959.30.01.658
959.30.01.660
959.30.01.662
959.30.01.664
959.30.01.801
959.30.01.802
959.30.01.803
or
959.30.01.804
959.30.01.805
(Bench Seat)
5, 6, 7
NOTES:
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-3B
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
PC-12 AND PC-12/45
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1 OR 2
41.0 (18.6)
9431.0 (108.7)
PASS SEAT 3 OR 4
41.3 (18.75)
11540.0 (132.95)
PASS SEAT 5, 6, 7
125.2 (56.8)
40461.0 (466.24)
TOILET
81.0 (36.7)
15390.0 (177.3)
LH CABINET
31.3 (14.2)
6630.3 (76.5)
RH CABINET
27.0 (12.3)
5720 (66.0)
CD PLAYER (optional)
5 (2.5)
1162 (13.41)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-3B
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6/7
lb
234.09
in
276.12
in
320.12
in
50
11705
13806
16006
60
14046
16567
19207
70
16387
19329
22409
80
18728
22090
25610
90
21068
24851
28811
100
23409
27612
32012
110
25750
30374
35214
120
28091
33135
38415
130
30432
35896
41616
140
32773
38657
44817
150
35114
41419
48019
160
37455
44180
51220
170
39796
46941
54421
180
42137
49702
57622
190
44478
52464
60824
200
46819
55225
64025
210
49160
57986
67226
220
51501
60747
70427
230
53842
63508
73628
240
56183
66270
76830
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-3B
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KGM )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6/7
kg
5.946
m
7.014
m
8.131
m
25
148.65
175.34
203.28
30
178.38
210.41
243.93
35
208.11
245.47
284.59
40
237.84
280.54
325.25
45
267.57
315.61
365.90
50
297.30
350.68
406.56
55
327.03
385.75
447.21
60
356.76
420.81
487.87
65
386.49
455.88
528.52
70
416.22
490.95
569.18
75
445.95
526.02
609.84
80
475.68
561.08
650.49
85
505.41
596.15
691.15
90
535.14
631.22
731.80
95
564.87
666.29
772.46
100
594.60
701.35
813.11
105
624.33
736.42
853.77
110
654.06
771.49
894.43
115
683.79
806.56
935.08
120
713.52
841.63
975.74
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
GENERAL
This configuration is a variation of the basic Executive interior and consists of 6 executive
passenger seats and 2 standard seats. It is the operators responsibility to check before using
this configuration whether they require authorization by their regulatory authority. The following
information is given:
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
SIX EXECUTIVE AND TWO STANDARD INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
SEAT LOCATIONS
LAVATORY/
RH
WARDROBE CABINET
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
CD PLAYER
(OPTIONAL)
0"
0m
10.05"
0.255 m
31.89"
0.810 m
31.30"
0.795 m
179.95"
4.571 m
190.00"
4.826 m
211.85"
5.381 m
211.19"
5.364 m
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
LH
CABINET
PAX 1/2
PAX 3/4
PAX 5/6
PAX 7/8
0"
0m
31.88"
0.809 m
56.18"
1.427 m
89.18"
2.265 m
121.18"
3.078 m
160.18"
4.067 m
179.95"
4.571 m
211.83"
5.380 m
236.14"
5.998 m
269.13"
6.836 m
301.13"
7.649 m
340.13"
8.639 m
ARRESTING
PIN LOCATION
FWD
A
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS THE DISTANCE
FROM THE AFT SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
FWD
120124
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT 7 AND 8 LOCATION IS
DEFINED FROM THE CENTER OF THE
CENTER ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
SEAT NO.
NOTE:
959.30.01.613
959.30.01.617
959.30.01.619
959.30.01.621
959.30.01.623
or
959.30.01.625
959.30.01.627
959.30.01.629
959.30.01.631
959.30.01.614
959.30.01.618
959.30.01.620
959.30.01.622
959.30.01.624
or
959.30.01.626
959.30.01.628
959.30.01.630
959.30.01.632
3, 5
959.30.01.615
959.30.01.633
959.30.01.635
959.30.01.637
959.30.01.639
959.30.01.641
959.30.01.643
959.30.01.645
959.30.01.647
or
959.30.01.649
959.30.01.651
959.30.01.653
959.30.01.655
959.30.01.657
959.30.01.659
959.30.01.661
959.30.01.663
4, 6
959.30.01.616
959.30.01.634
959.30.01.636
959.30.01.638
959.30.01.640
959.30.01.642
959.30.01.644
959.30.01.646
959.30.01.648
or
959.30.01.650
959.30.01.652
959.30.01.654
959.30.01.656
959.30.01.658
959.30.01.660
959.30.01.662
959.30.01.664
525.22.12.011
525.22.12.012
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1 OR 2
41.0 (18.6)
9431.6 (108.7)
PASS SEAT 3 OR 4
41.3 (18.75)
11540.0 (132.95)
PASS SEAT 5 OR 6
41.3 (18.75)
12862.7 (148.19)
PASS SEAT 7 OR 8
29.10 (13.2)
10024.3 (115.5)
TOILET or
WARDROBE
81.0 (36.7)
45.0 (20.4)
15390 (177.3)
8595 (98.97)
LH CABINET
31.3 (14.2)
6630.3 (76.5)
RH CABINET
27.0 (12.3)
5720 (66.0)
CD PLAYER (optional)
5 (2.5)
1162 (13.41)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6
PAX
7/8
lb
234.09
in
276.12
in
308.12
in
341.00
in
50
11705
13806
15406
17050
60
14046
16567
18487
20460
70
16387
19329
21569
23870
80
18728
22090
24650
27280
90
21068
24851
27731
30690
100
23409
27612
30812
34100
110
25750
30374
33894
37510
120
28091
33135
36975
40920
130
30432
35896
40056
44330
140
32773
38657
43137
47740
150
35114
41419
46219
51150
160
37455
44180
49300
54560
170
39796
46941
52381
57970
180
42137
49702
55462
61380
190
44478
52464
58544
64790
200
46819
55225
61625
68200
210
49160
57986
64706
71610
220
51501
60747
67787
75020
230
53842
63508
70868
78430
240
56183
66270
73950
81840
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-6S-STD-2S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( KG - M )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6
PAX
7/8
kg
5.946
m
7.014
m
7.826
m
8.661
m
25
148.65
175.34
195.66
216.54
30
178.38
210.41
234.79
259.84
35
208.11
245.47
273.92
303.15
40
237.84
280.84
313.05
346.46
45
267.57
315.61
352.19
389.76
50
297.30
350.68
391.32
433.07
55
327.03
385.75
430.45
476.38
60
356.76
420.81
469.58
519.68
65
386.49
455.88
508.71
562.99
70
416.22
490.95
547.84
606.30
75
445.95
526.02
586.98
649.61
80
475.68
561.08
626.11
692.91
85
505.41
596.15
665.24
736.22
90
535.14
631.22
704.37
779.53
95
564.87
666.29
743.50
822.83
100
594.60
701.35
782.63
866.14
105
624.33
736.42
821.77
909.45
110
654.06
771.49
860.90
952.75
115
683.79
806.56
900.03
996.06
120
713.52
841.63
939.16
1039.37
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-STD-4S
GENERAL
This configuration is a variation of the basic Executive interior and consists of 4 executive
passenger seats and 4 standard seats. It is the operators responsibility to check before using
this configuration whether they require authorization by their regulatory authority. The following
information is given:
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
0"
0m
10.05"
0.255 m
31.89"
0.810 m
31.30"
0.795 m
179.95"
4.571 m
190.00"
4.826 m
211.85"
5.381 m
211.19"
5.364 m
DISTANCE FROM
DIVIDER AFT SURFACE
FUSELAGE STATION
ARRESTING
PIN LOCATION
LH
CABINET
PAX 1/2
PAX 3/4
PAX 5/6
PAX 7/8
0"
0m
31.88"
0.809 m
56.18"
1.427 m
89.18"
2.265 m
129.18"
3.281 m
162.18"
4.119 m
179.95"
4.571 m
211.83"
5.380 m
236.14"
5.998 m
269.13"
6.836 m
309.13"
7.852 m
342.13"
8.690 m
FWD
A
CENTER OF
ARRESTING PIN
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT LOCATION IS DEFINED AS THE DISTANCE
FROM THE AFT SURFACE ON THE FORWARD DIVIDER
PANEL TO THE CENTER OF THE ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
FWD
C
120144
NOTE:
CABIN SEAT 5 THRU 8 LOCATION IS
DEFINED FROM THE CENTER OF THE
CENTER ARRESTING PIN ON EACH SEAT.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-STD-4S
PERMITTED PASSENGER SEAT PART Nos. THAT CAN BE INSTALLED
SEAT NO.
NOTE:
959.30.01.613
959.30.01.617
959.30.01.619
959.30.01.621
959.30.01.623
or
959.30.01.625
959.30.01.627
959.30.01.629
959.30.01.631
959.30.01.614
959.30.01.618
959.30.01.620
959.30.01.622
959.30.01.624
or
959.30.01.626
959.30.01.628
959.30.01.630
959.30.01.632
959.30.01.615
959.30.01.633
959.30.01.635
959.30.01.637
959.30.01.639
959.30.01.641
959.30.01.643
959.30.01.645
959.30.01.647
or
959.30.01.649
959.30.01.651
959.30.01.653
959.30.01.655
959.30.01.657
959.30.01.659
959.30.01.661
959.30.01.663
959.30.01.616
959.30.01.634
959.30.01.636
959.30.01.638
959.30.01.640
959.30.01.642
959.30.01.644
959.30.01.646
959.30.01.648
or
959.30.01.650
959.30.01.652
959.30.01.654
959.30.01.656
959.30.01.658
959.30.01.660
959.30.01.662
959.30.01.664
5, 7
525.22.12.011
6, 8
525.22.12.012
The lap belt extension Part No. 959.30.01.588 and Part No.
959.30.01.590 can be installed on seats 5 through 8 only.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-STD-4S
PASSENGER SEATS AND FURNISHINGS WEIGHT AND MOMENT CHART
ITEM
WEIGHT LB (KG)
PASS SEAT 1 OR 2
41.0 (18.6)
9431.6 (108.7)
PASS SEAT 3 OR 4
41.3 (18.75)
11540.0 (132.95)
PASS SEAT 5 OR 6
29.10 (13.2)
9122.1 (105.10)
PASS SEAT 7 OR 8
29.10 (13.2)
10082.5 (116.16)
TOILET or
WARDROBE
81.0 (36.7)
45.0 (20.4)
15390 (177.3)
8595 (98.97)
LH CABINET
31.3 (14.2)
6630.3 (76.5)
RH CABINET
27.0 (12.3)
5720 (66.0)
CD PLAYER (optional)
5 (2.5)
1162 (13.41)
FR 24 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
941 (10.96)
FR 27 CARGO NET
3.6 (1.65)
1049 (12.21)
FR 32 EXTENDABLE
BAGGAGE NET
6.44 (2.92)
2325 (26.78)
FR 34 BAGGAGE NET
3.6 (1.65)
1335 (15.13)
Adjust the aircraft Basic Empty Weight on the Loading Form for items removed/added when
converting to or from a Combi Interior Conversion.
When installing the extendable baggage net refer to Section 2 for the Luggage Limitations.
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-STD-4S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENTS ( LB - IN )
WEIGHT
PAX
1/2
PAX
3/4
PAX
5/6
PAX
7/8
lb
234.09
in
276.12
in
310.00
in
343.00
in
50
11705
13806
15500
17150
60
14046
16567
18600
20580
70
16387
19329
21700
24010
80
18728
22090
24800
27440
90
21068
24851
27900
30870
100
23409
27612
31000
34300
110
25750
30374
34100
37730
120
28091
33135
37200
41160
130
30432
35896
40300
44590
140
32773
38657
43400
48020
150
35114
41419
46500
51450
160
37455
44180
49600
54880
170
39796
46941
52700
58310
180
42137
49702
55800
61740
190
44478
52464
58900
65170
200
46819
55225
62000
68600
210
49160
57986
65100
72030
220
51501
60747
68200
75460
230
53842
63508
71300
78890
240
56183
66270
74400
82320
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR CODE EX-4S-STD-4S
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MOMENT CHART
PAX
PAX
PAX
PAX
1/2
3/4
5/6
7/8
5.9460
7.0135
7.8740
8. 7122
kg
25
148.65
175.34
196.85
217.81
30
178.38
210.41
236.22
261.37
35
208.11
245.47
275.59
304.93
40
237.84
280.54
314.96
348.49
45
267.57
315.61
354.33
392.05
50
297.30
350.68
393.70
435.61
55
327.03
385.75
433.07
479.17
60
356.76
420.81
472.44
522.73
65
386.49
455.88
511.81
566.29
70
416.22
490.95
551.18
609.85
75
445.95
526.02
590.55
653.42
80
475.68
561.08
629.92
696.98
85
505.41
596.15
669.29
740.54
90
535.14
631.22
708.66
784.10
95
564.87
666.29
748.03
827.66
100
594.60
701.35
787.40
871.22
105
624.33
736.42
826.77
914.78
110
654.06
771.49
866.14
958.34
115
683.79
806.56
905.51
1001.90
120
713.52
841.63
944.88
1045.46
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
7-1
AIRFRAME
7-1
GENERAL
FUSELAGE
EMPENNAGE
WINGS
7-1
7-1
7-2
7-2
FLIGHT CONTROLS
7-3
GENERAL
AILERON
ELEVATOR
RUDDER
TRIM
FLAPS
INDICATION/WARNING
7-3
7-3
7-3
7-3
7-4
7-4
7-6
LANDING GEAR
7-8
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
EMERGENCY EXTENSION SYSTEM
AIR / GROUND SYSTEM
BRAKES
WHEELS AND TIRES
7-8
7-8
7-10
7-11
7-16
7-17
7-18
7-20
7-20
BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT
7-22
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Page
CARGO TIE-DOWNS
7-22
SEATS/RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
7-23
SEATS
SEAT BELTS AND SHOULDER HARNESSES
7-23
7-23
7-24
7-24
7-24
7-25
7-25
7-25
7-25
CONTROL LOCKS
7-27
ENGINE
7-28
7-28
7-28
7-32
7-32
7-34
7-36
7-37
7-38
7-39
7-41
7-42
7-42
7-43
7-43
7-44
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
ENGINE CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEM
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
7-44
7-44
7-45
7-46
7-49
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Subject
Page
PROPELLER
7-53
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
PROPELLER DE ICE
INDICATION / WARNING
7-53
7-53
7-55
7-55
7-56
FUEL
7-57
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-57
7-57
7-58
7-59
ELECTRICAL
7-64
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
Power Supplies
Bus Bars
Bus Tie Interlock
Non Essential Bus
Circuit Breakers
AC Power
Controls and Indicators
OPERATION
MALFUNCTIONS, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
7-64
7-64
7-64
7-65
7-65
7-65
7-66
7-66
7-67
7-76
7-77
LIGHTING
7-78
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
7-78
7-78
7-80
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION/WARNING
7-80
7-80
7-81
7-82
HEATING SYSTEM
7-83
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-83
7-83
7-84
7-84
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Page
7-85
7-89
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
7-89
7-89
7-90
7-92
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-92
7-92
7-96
7-97
OXYGEN
7-98
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
LARGER CAPACITY OXYGEN SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
7-98
7-98
7-100
7-101
7-101
COCKPIT ARRANGEMENT
7-102
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
7-102
7-102
7-105
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
7-105
7-105
7-106
7-112
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
INDICATION / WARNING
ALTIMETER KEA 346
ALTIMETER AM-250
7-112
7-112
7-113
7-113
7-113
7-115
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-115
7-115
7-117
7-118
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Page
7-122
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-122
7-122
7-123
7-123
COMFORT FEATURES
7-126
GENERAL
7-126
CABIN FEATURES
7-126
GENERAL
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR
COMBI / CARGO INTERIOR
7-126
7-126
7-127
7-127
7-128
AUDIO PANEL
General
7-128
7-128
AVIONICS
General
7-128
7-128
7-130
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
BUILT-IN TEST EQUIPMENT (BITE)
INDICATION / WARNING
SECOND AHRS INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)
YAW RATE SENSOR INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)
7-130
7-130
7-130
7-131
7-131
7-131
7-132
7-132
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-132
7-132
7-132
7-132
7-132
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
7-132
7-133
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Page
7-134
GENERAL
7-134
DESCRIPTION
Electronic Attitude Director Indicator
Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator
EFIS Control Panel
Multi Function Display
Weather Radar Display (if installed)
Weather Radar Control Panel (if installed)
7-134
7-135
7-136
7-148
7-154
7-158
7-161
OPERATION
INDICATION / WARNING
7-164
7-167
AUTOPILOT
7-168
GENERAL
7-168
DESCRIPTION
Mode Controller
Altitude / Vertical Speed Preselect
7-168
7-168
7-171
OPERATION
Autopilot
Pitch Limits
Altitude / Vertical Speed Preselect
Control Wheel Steering
Autopilot Disconnect
Manual Trim Engage
7-172
7-172
7-172
7-173
7-173
7-173
7-173
INDICATION / WARNING
Autopilot
Altitude / Vertical Speed Preselect
7-174
7-174
7-177
SECTION 7
AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
GENERAL
Section 7 of this Pilot's Operating Handbook contains information related to the detailed
description and operation of the airplane and its systems.
AIRFRAME
GENERAL
The airplane is a low wing, T-tail, single engine, retractable landing gear type designed to
transport passengers, cargo, or various combinations of both passengers and cargo.
Construction is conventional semimonocoque, primarily incorporating aluminum alloy, but
composite structures are used in certain areas.
Flush riveting is used where appropriate to minimize drag. Access panels are installed to
facilitate inspection and maintenance. The complete airframe is electrically bonded to eliminate
electro-magnetic interference and static discharge wicks are used to reduce static charges
while inflight.
FUSELAGE
The fuselage consists of the engine area, nose gear assembly, cockpit, cabin, and aft fuselage.
The engine area contains the powerplant, and associated accessories. The engine cowling is
constructed from a carbon/nomex honeycomb material while the engine mount is welded steel
tubing and bolted to the firewall in four places. The firewall is titanium and protected by
insulation material.
A two piece windshield, two side windows, and a direct vision (DV) window provide cockpit
visibility. The two piece windshield is glass while the two side windows and the DV window are
stretched acrylic. All windows are of two ply laminated design.
The cabin area is from the cockpit to the aft pressure bulkhead and contains the forward cabin
door, the cargo door, and an emergency overwing exit. The nine cabin windows are two ply
laminated monolithic stretched acrylic and incorporate dry neoprene seals. Airplane avionics
are mounted under the cabin floor, running the length of the center cabin, and are accessible
through quick release panels. The cabin carry-through spar attachment fittings are one piece
machined aluminum. Fuselage fairings are constructed from either carbon/nomex or
aramid/nomex honeycomb material.
A safety net is installed aft of the rear pressure bulkhead to protect the bulkhead from damage
during maintenance.
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EMPENNAGE
The empennage is a T-tail design with the horizontal stabilizer mounted on top of the vertical
stabilizer. The aft fuselage is attached to the cabin at the aft pressure bulkhead. The vertical
and horizontal stabilizer assemblies are conventional aluminum construction. The horizontal
stabilizer is a trimmable structure. The dorsal and ventral fin fairings are kevlar honeycomb
material.
WINGS
The wings are of conventional construction incorporating front and rear spars, ribs, and skin.
The front and rear spars are mainly from machined aluminum alloy plate. Both spars include
fuselage and integral landing gear attachment points, while the rear spar also integrates flap
actuator attachment points. Main load carrying ribs are machined from aluminum alloy plate All
other ribs are formed sheet metal. The ribs incorporate lightening holes to reduce weight and
integral beads for stiffening. The wing skin is stiffened clad aluminum alloy sheet riveted to the
spars and ribs. Access panels are in the wing bottom only.
Each wing is attached to the fuselage using three titanium shear pins and, at the aft upper
fitting, one steel tension bolt.
Each wing contains an integral fuel tank, aileron, flaps, deice boot, and main landing gear. The
fuel tanks are located between ribs 3 and 16, forward of the main spar to the nose rib and
between ribs 6 and 16 behind the main spar to the rear spar.
The ailerons are conventional construction with a single spar and ribs. The aileron access
panels are a carbon/nomex honeycomb construction. The ailerons are mass balanced and the
aileron/wing gap is sealed.
Each wing incorporates a single piece Fowler flap of conventional construction, with three
support arms and associated linkages. The wing trailing edges above the flaps are foam core
covered with carbon laminate while the flap fairings are a carbon laminate with nomex
honeycomb reinforcement strips.
A surface mounted deice boot is attached to the nose skin of each wing. Each wing has a main
landing gear attached to the front and rear spar, with a carbon fiber/nomex honeycomb gear
door attached to the leg. The wing tips are constructed of carbon fiber/honeycomb and metal
strips for lightning protection.
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FLIGHT CONTROLS
GENERAL
The flight control system is conventional using push-pull rods and carbon steel cables. Electric
trim systems are provided for the aileron, rudder, and elevator. All trim systems can be
disconnected in the event of a runaway condition.
An aileron/rudder interconnect system is installed to improve lateral stability and turn
coordination. The system operates:
When the pilot initiates a turn by giving a roll control input, the spring package in the
interconnect systems applies a force to the rudder cables that tends to deflect the rudder in the
direction of the turn. Alternatively, when the pilot gives a yaw control input by pushing one of
the rudder pedals, the spring package applies a force to the aileron control system which tends
to roll the aircraft in the direction of turn.
AILERON
The ailerons are connected to the cockpit control wheels by control cables in the fuselage and
push-pull rods in the wings. Each aileron is attached to the wing at two hinge points. Each
aileron is equipped with a minimum of two static wicks to dissipate static charges to the
atmosphere.
The left aileron incorporates a trim tab which is electrically operated from the cockpit. Refer to
Trim system, this section, for more information. MSN 684 & UP. The left aileron trim tab also
acts, together with the geared tab installed on the right aileron, as balance tabs when the
ailerons are moved.
ELEVATOR
The elevator is a two piece unit attached to the horizontal stabilizer at a total of five hinge
points and is connected to the cockpit control wheel by carbon steel control cables. A down
spring is installed in the control circuit to improve longitudinal stability. The elevator is equipped
with static wicks to dissipate static charges to the atmosphere.
Pitch trim is provided by positioning the horizontal stabilizer. Refer to Trim system, this section,
for more information.
RUDDER
The rudder is a single piece unit attached to the vertical stabilizer at two hinge points and is
connected to the cockpit rudder pedals by carbon steel control cables. Both pilot and copilot
rudder pedals are adjustable by use of a crank located between each set of rudder pedals.
Clockwise rotation of the crank moves the pedals aft. The rudder is equipped with static wicks
to dissipate static charges to the atmosphere.
The rudder incorporates a trim tab that is electrically operated from the cockpit. Refer to Trim
system, this section, for more information.
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 3: October 28, 2005
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TRIM
The aileron, horizontal stabilizer and rudder trim are electrically operated. Aileron and
horizontal stabilizer trim operation are controlled by a switch on the outboard horn of each
control wheel while rudder trim operation is controlled by a switch located on the Engine Power
Control Lever. Prior to selecting pitch and aileron trim press and hold the pitch trim engage
switch located on the forward side of each outboard control wheel horn.
Pitch trim is accomplished by an electrically controlled actuator connected to the moveable
horizontal stabilizer. The secondary trim motor, installed in the same actuator, is controlled by
the autopilot and can also be used as a backup system (alternate stabilizer trim) by the pilot.
Alternate pitch trim can be accomplished by pressing the ALTERNATE STAB TRIM switch in
the desired direction.
The leading edge of the stabilizer moves down for nose up trim and up for nose down trim. At
the root of the leading edge of the left horizontal stabilizer there is a trim range indicator which
has markings to show full travel in either direction and a takeoff trim range. During the preflight
inspection this external trim indicator should be used to verify cockpit trim position indication.
In the event of uncommanded trim operation, all trim operation can be stopped by pressing the
TRIM INTR switch located ahead of the Engine Control Quadrant on the center console.
FLAPS
Each wing trailing edge has a single piece Fowler type flap supported by three flap arms. The
flaps are controlled by a selector handle located to the right of the power controls on the center
console. The flaps may be set to one of the four preset positions 0, 15, 30 and 40 by
moving the handle to the appropriate position. If the flap lever is not at one of the four preset
positions, the Flap Control and Warning Unit (FCWU) will drive the flaps to the nearest preset
position. A flap position indicator is located near the top of the left instrument panel.
The flaps are electrically actuated. There is a single flap Power Drive Unit (PDU) installed
below the cabin floor at the rear main frame. It drives screw actuators at the inboard and middle
stations through flexible shafts. The screw actuators are connected to the flap actuating arms.
The flap control system incorporates a failure detection system. The system can detect a failure
of a flexible shaft by disconnection or jamming, potentially resulting in flap asymmetry or failure
of the system to achieve the selected flap position. The system can detect a failure of a single
actuator, potentially resulting in single flap panel twisting. If a failure is detected, the FCWU
disconnects the power to the PDU and the CAWS FLAPS caution will come on. This condition
cannot be reset by pilot action, a landing should be made IAW the EMERGENCY
PROCEDURES as maintenance action is required.
A rotation sensor is installed on each of the outer flap screw actuators. These sense the
rotation of the flexible shafts and give signals to the FCWU. The FCWU monitors these signals
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for asymmetrical flexible shaft rotation of more than 20 rotations (caused by a broken inner flap
drive shaft). If failure is detected the FCWU disconnects the power to the PDU and the CAWS
FLAPS caution will come on. This condition cannot be reset by pilot action. To detect
satisfactory system operation, the FCWU monitors the left sensor for 10 rotations of the flexible
shaft in the first 5 seconds (7 seconds with a modified FCWU) of a flap up or down selection. If
the selected flap position is not achieved the FCWU disconnects the power to the PDU and the
CAWS FLAPS caution will come on.
There are five position sensors in the flap system, one at each center flap actuating arm, one at
each inner flap actuating arm and one on the flap position lever, which give signals to the
FCWU. The FCWU monitors the signals from the left and right flap sensors for flap asymmetry
(caused by a broken inner flap drive shaft). If an asymmetry of 5 is sensed, power to the PDU
is disconnected and the CAWS FLAPS caution will come on. The FCWU also monitors the
signals from the left and right flap sensors for twisting of the left or right flap (caused by a
broken outer flap drive shaft or unequal movement of the flap screw actuators). If a failure is
detected, the FCWU disconnects the power to the PDU and the CAWS FLAPS caution will
come on.
Additionally if flap asymmetry or twist is detected and the flap angle is greater than 2, the stick
pusher will default to a safe mode and the CAWS PUSHER caution will come on 10 seconds
later. In the safe mode the stick pusher will operate at approximately 5 kts higher airspeed for
the failed flap position.
If the Power Drive Unit (PDU) motor overheats or a stalled motor condition is detected, a signal
from the PDU will open the FLAP circuit breaker on the Battery Bus circuit breaker panel. The
FCWU then removes the up or down command to the PDU and the CAWS FLAPS caution will
come on. After waiting for a period of 5 minutes the FLAP circuit breaker can be reset and
normal flap operation resumes. This is the only pilot re-settable failure and cycling the flap
circuit breaker if it has not opened will not reset any other failure mode detected.
To avoid an inadvertent flap down command at high speed, flap down enable is disabled when
the flap selector handle is in the 0 position.
Flap system operation may be stopped at any time by lifting the switch guard and pressing the
INTERRUPT FLAP switch on the center console to INTR. The CAWS FLAPS caution will then
come. If the switch is moved back to the NORM position, normal operation will not resume,
even if the FCWU does not detect any failures.
A FLAP GROUND RESET switch is installed on the maintenance test panel (right sidewall
behind the co-pilot seat). The FLAP GROUND RESET switch is only operational on the ground
for maintenance purposes.
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INDICATION / WARNING
A three-axis trim position indicator is located on the center console. The triple trim indicator
shows a pictorial presentation of the trim position of the aileron trim tab (roll), horizontal
stabilizer (pitch) and rudder trim tab (yaw). The triple trim indicator include three white indicator
lights, one for each trim axis. When the autopilot activates the autotrim system, the white light
for the applicable axis illuminates.
A warble tone at 850 and 854 Hz will sound when a stabilizer trim runaway of the main system
is sensed.
The Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) annunciator panel includes a STAB TRIM
warning light. The illumination of this warning caption will illuminate after 60 seconds when
weight is on the wheels and the trim position is unsafe for takeoff. A voice callout Warning
Trim will also be heard. On start up the voice callout will not be heard until 120 seconds after
the engine has reached 50% Ng.
The Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) annunciator panel includes a FLAPS
caution light. This caution will come on together with an aural gong when the FCWU shuts
down the system. If the FCWU detects a flap asymmetry or a twist and the flap angle is greater
than 2 it will make the CAWS FLAP caution come on will also make the CAWS PUSHER
caution come on 10 seconds after the FLAPS caution, to annunciate the condition. A CAWS
voice callout Flap Asymmetry Detected, Pusher Safe Mode will also be given. The CAWS
FLAP caution will also come on if the FLAP circuit breaker on the Battery Bus circuit breaker
panel opens.
A flap position indicator is located on the pilots left instrument panel. The indicator face is
marked with the positions 0, 15, 30 and 40 and has a red warning caption. Flap position is
shown by a pointer which moves in relation to flap movement. The red warning caption and a
1600 Hz aural warning tone interrupted at 5 Hz are activated anytime the airspeed is above the
maximum limit for the current flap setting.
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AIRSPEED
INDICATOR
165 KTS
130 KTS
FLAPS
FLAP
WARN 1
CAWS
BATTERY
BUS
dw
FLAP
WARN 2
FLAP
GROUND
RESET
RH WEIGHT ON
LEG RELAY
FLAP CONTROL
AND
WARNING UNIT
GEN 1
BUS
CENTER CONSOLE
FLAP INTERRUPT
INTR
UP
UPS
DOWN
FLAP
ULS
DOWN ENABLE
STICK
PUSHER
UP COMMAND
FLAP
DLS
DOWN COMMAND
NORM
UP ENABLE
FLAP
SELECTOR
HANDLE
OVERHEAT/
STALL DETECTION
FLAP
FLAP
PWR
AUTO TRIM
LH OUTER
ACTUATOR
LH
POS'N
SENS.
LH
POS'N
OUTER SENS.
FLEX
SHAFT
INNER
FLEX
SHAFT
POWER
DRIVE
UNIT
INNER
FLEX
SHAFT
RH OUTER
ACTUATOR
RH
POS'N
SENS. OUTER
FLEX
SHAFT
RH
POS'N
SENS.
RH
ROT'N
SENS.
120196
LH
ROT'N
SENS.
RH INNER
ACTUATOR
LH INNER
ACTUATOR
BATTERY
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LANDING GEAR
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-2, Landing Gear System, for system operation.
The landing gear is a conventional tricycle configuration that is extended and retracted using
hydraulic pressure produced by an electrically powered hydraulic pump. Landing gear
extension and retraction is the only function of the hydraulic system and landing gear operation
is completely automatic upon pilot gear selection.
A nitrogen charged accumulator is used to maintain hydraulic pressure and hold the landing
gear in the retracted position following a hydraulic system failure. If required, the landing gear
can be lowered manually through a combination of free-falling and the emergency landing gear
hand pump.
Landing gear position and warning indications consist of three indicator lights (green/red) and
an aural tone (gear warning tone < 10 % torque) with a silencer button.
Nosewheel steering is accomplished by mechanical nosewheel steering and by differential
braking.
Aircraft braking is controlled by toe pedals that operate brake assemblies attached to the left
and right landing gear. Propeller reverse also contributes to aircraft braking. Refer to Propeller
system, this section, for more information.
DESCRIPTION
The nose gear is a fluid and nitrogen filled shock strut. The shock strut consists of a piston and
fork assembly that slides inside a cylinder. A torque link connects the piston/fork assembly to
the cylinder. The cylinder is mounted inside the nosewheel well. The nose gear is locked in the
extended position by putting the folding strut in an over-center position. A spring is attached to
the nose gear to assist in free fall during emergency extension. The nose gear doors are spring
loaded to the open position and are mechanically closed during nose gear retraction. The nose
gear retracts rearward into the nosewheel well and is completely enclosed by the gear doors
when the landing gear is retracted.
Both main landing gear are trailing link types. A fluid and nitrogen filled shock strut connects
the trailing link to the main leg hinge point. Each main gear actuator incorporates a mechanical
down-lock and a gear down and locked indicator switch. The main landing gear doors consist
of a single door that is attached to the main gear leg and the outside edge of the main gear
wheel well. Each main gear retracts inward into the main gear wheel well. With the landing gear
retracted the main landing gear wheel and tire assemblies are not enclosed and protrude out of
the main gear wheel well approximately one inch (25.4 mm).
All landing gear are held in the fully retracted position by hydraulic pressure. No mechanical uplocks are required.
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Nose wheel steering is accomplished using the rudder pedals which are mechanically
connected to the nosewheel. Additional nosewheel steering is done through differential braking.
Use of rudder pedal only will turn the nosewheel 12 degrees from center while differential
braking will turn the nosewheel 60 degrees from center. A shimmy damper is installed on the
nose landing gear strut to eliminate nosewheel oscillations.
The tires are a low pressure type that allow operations from soft and unimproved fields.
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NOTE
The landing gear may partially extend during a gust load that is
greater than 3.3g and then return to the retracted position.
After 200 minutes, the landing gear may start extending due to
loss of system pressure.
The accumulator is charged via a charging valve located in the service bay with pressure
indicated on a gauge at the same location. A service selector valve, located in the service bay,
allows the system to be operated from a ground hydraulic service unit.
The actuators are of the linear type with the main landing gear actuators also incorporating the
down locking mechanism.
Report No: 02211
7-10
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Cockpit controls consist of the following -
A landing gear selector handle is located on the pilot's lower right panel and facilitates
extension or retraction of the landing gear. It acts directly, via a rod, on the landing gear
selector valve. The handle is equipped with an electrical spring loaded solenoid which
prevents it from moving to the retracted position when the airplane is on the ground.
The airplane on ground status is sensed by the air/ground system which comprises two
proximity switches and associated targets, one on each main landing gear leg and a
relay.
An emergency landing gear hand pump and operating handle, located at the rear of the
center console, is used to assist in free fall emergency landing gear deployment after
failure of the main system.
After the loss of the GEN 1 which will also isolate the NON-ESSENTIAL BUS (auto
load shed) due to a GEN 1 or engine failure.
After power pack overheat via thermal protection integral to the power pack itself.
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BAT
BUS
FLAP CONTROL
AND WARNING
UNIT
LG IND
LH UP
LIMIT
SW
GEN 1
BUS
NOSE
LIMIT
SW
RH UP
LIMIT
SW
PROX RH GEAR UP
PROX NOSE
GEAR UP
ADVISE
LIGHT
PROX LH GEAR UP
FIXED
DIM
PILOT'S LOWER
RIGHT PANEL
LH DW
LOCK
SW
NOSE
DW
LOCK
SW
RH DW
LOCK
SW
INDICATOR LIGHTS
R
G
LEFT GEAR
LH RED
LH DOWN
& LOCKED
R
G
NOSE GEAR
NOSE RED
PROX NOSE
DOWN & LOCKED
R
G
RIGHT GEAR
RH RED
RH DOWN
& LOCKED
SOLENOID
SELECTOR HANDLE
WARNING
TONE
GENERATOR
GEAR HANDLE
STATUS LOGIC
WARN TONE
POSITION
SWITCH
GEAR HANDLE
DOWN
SILENCER
SILENCER
WARNING
TONE
SILENCER
WEIGHT ON LEG
GEN 1
BUS
AIR/GND
2
RH
WEIGHT
ON LEG
RELAY
AIR
GND
AIR/GND
SWITCH
120017
SOLENOID
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HYDR
P
A
R
K
I
N
G
B
R
K
CAWS
5
PARKING
BRAKE HANDLE
HYDR
CTL
HYDR CTL
CB
RED
UP
GREEN
SILENCER
DN
LANDING GEAR
SELECTOR HANDLE
LG CONTROL PANEL
120168
HAND PUMP
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INDICATION/WARNING
Extended position indication is provided by micro switches internal to the main landing gear
actuators and a proximity switch on the nose landing gear drag link. Retraction position
indication is provided by proximity switches on the landing gear doors.
Landing gear position is indicated in the cockpit by three dual-indication lights (one for each
leg), located to the left of the landing gear selector handle. Each light is split into two sections
with the top section being a red light while the bottom section is a green light. When a landing
gear is down and locked, the bottom green light will be illuminated. Anytime a landing gear is in
transit, or in an unsafe condition, the top red light will be illuminated. Both lights will be off with
a landing gear fully retracted.
The Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) annunciator panel includes a caution light
labeled HYDR which is accompanied by an aural gong. This caution provides two different
functions:
In flight a continuously illuminated caption means that the power pack pump has
been operating for more than 10 minutes or the main system pressure has fallen
below operational limits (nominal 1,800 psi) and can not be relied upon for proper
landing gear system operation. The annunciator is illuminated 30 seconds after the
pump has been operating for more than 10 minutes or low pressure is sensed by a
low pressure switch mounted in the power pack pressure supply line upstream of the
landing gear selector valve
On ground after landing a continuously illuminated caption means that the power
pack has been automatically initiated in flight more that six times in an hour by the
system pressure switch in order to maintain system pressure. This indicates that the
pressure leak rate from the accumulator is too high or a low fluid level. Pilot initiated
landing gear cycle will reset this counter to zero
All three landing gear indicator lights will come on red and an audible warning tone will be
heard through the overhead speaker and through the headphone audio when the following
conditions are met with electrical power applied to the airplane:
-
Anytime the landing gear control handle is UP, while in the air, with -
The audible warning tone can be turned off, if flaps are not set to more than 15, by pressing
the SILENCER button on the landing gear control panel.
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NOTE
The landing gear hydraulic control circuit is on the NON
ESSENTIAL BUS. In the event that generator 1 goes off-line
with a subsequent auto load shed of the NON ESSENTIAL
BUS, normal landing gear operation is not available. Gear
extension must be accomplished by the Emergency Gear
Extension procedure.
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Cabin Pressurization
Transponder
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Failure of a weight on wheel signal, while the airplane is in the air (GND signal provided), will
have the following effects on the systems:
LH and RH Stick Pusher
Computers
Cabin Pressurization
Transponder
Failure of a weight on wheel signal will have the following effects on the systems at any time:
Central Advisory and
Warning System
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BRAKES
Refer to Figure 7-3, Brake System, for system operation.
Aircraft braking is provided by two brake assemblies, one bolted to each main landing gear
axle. The brakes are controlled by toe pedals attached to each rudder pedal assembly. The
pilot and copilot left toe brakes operate the left brake while the pilot and copilot right toe brakes
operate the right brake.
The brake system consists of a brake fluid reservoir, four brake master cylinders, a left and
right shuttle valve, a parking brake valve, and two brake assemblies. If the pilot and copilot
simultaneously apply pressure to the same side brake pedal, the one applying the greatest
pressure will control the braking.
The brake system is separate and independent from the airplane hydraulic system. The brake
fluid reservoir is located on the right hand side of the cabin sidewall and incorporates a fluid
level indicator.
A separate brake master cylinder, located in the cockpit footwell, is mechanically connected to
each toe pedal. There is no mechanical connection between the pilot and copilot brake pedals.
Two shuttle valves, a left and a right, are used to combine inputs from their respective pilot and
copilot brake pedals. Pressing a brake pedal causes the applicable brake master cylinder to
force brake fluid through the respective shuttle valve and parking brake valve to the brake
assembly.
Pre SB 32-013 brake assemblies have carbon friction surfaces and Post SB 32-013 and MSN
476-999 have steel friction surfaces. The performance of the two brake assemblies is similar.
Each brake assembly incorporates two brake lining wear indicators. As the brake linings wear,
the pins will be pulled into the piston housing. When the system is pressurized and the pins are
flush with the piston housing, the brake linings must be overhauled.
The parking brake valve has two off-center cams that hold open poppet valves whenever the
parking brake is released. This allows hydraulic fluid flow through the brake system. When the
parking brake is set, the off-center cams are rotated to allow the poppet valves to close. This
traps brake fluid under pressure between the parking brake valve and the brake assemblies.
To set the parking brake, pull the PARKING BRK T-handle fully out and rotate to lock, then
evenly press both brake pedals. Release pedal pressure and the brakes will remain set. To
release the brakes, rotate and push the PARKING BRK T-handle fully in.
WHEELS AND TIRES
The wheels are split-hub type, the main wheels have three fusible plugs which melt when there
is too much heat from the brakes. Tubeless tires are installed on the wheels and each wheel
has a tire inflation valve and an overinflation safety plug. The main wheels have fairings on the
outer hubs which make the wheels aerodynamically smooth when the landing gear is retracted.
The main wheels are modified when brake assemblies with steel friction surfaces (Post SB 32013) are installed.
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BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
PILOT BRAKE/
MASTER CYLINDER
ASSEMBLIES
RIGHT
COPILOT BRAKE/
MASTER CYLINDER
ASSEMBLIES
LEFT
SHUTTLE
VALVE
RIGHT
SHUTTLE
VALVE
SET
TO PARKING
BRAKE T-HANDLE
SET
TO LEFT BRAKE
ASSEMBLY
TO RIGHT BRAKE
ASSEMBLY
KEY
NOT SET
120019
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BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT
A baggage compartment is provided at the rear of the cabin and is accessible during flight. A
standard luggage net is secured at twelve attachment points to secure the baggage. An
extendible baggage net can be installed instead of the standard net, to secure baggage in front
of and in the baggage compartment. The floor attachments at the front of the net can be moved
between frames 32 and 34.
CARGO TIE-DOWNS
Tie-down anchor points fit into the seat rails and lock into place by an over-center lever. Tiedown straps can be secured to these anchor points.
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SEATS/RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
SEATS
MSN 101-660. The crew seats are adjustable both fore and aft and vertically. The up and down
adjustment handle is under the front and the fore and aft adjustment handle is at the rear of the
seat. All armrests can be moved upwards. The inner arms can also be turned through 90
before being moved upwards, to provide free access to get in and out of the seat.
MSN 661 and UP. New crew seats are installed which are adjustable fore and aft and vertically.
They also have controls for recline, thigh support, back cushion lumbar support, armrests and
headrest. The fore and aft and recline control levers are on the rear inboard side of the seats.
The vertical adjustment lever and the thigh support control wheel are at the front of the seat
cushion. When the thigh support control wheel is turned it raises or lowers the thigh pads.
There is a push button at the bottom of each side of the seat back board. When the inboard
button is pushed the lumber support pad can be moved up or down with the aid of a handle.
When the outboard button is pushed the lumber support pad can be moved inwards or
outwards by easing or applying body weight to the back cushion. The padded armrests can be
moved upwards and inwards to provide free access to get in and out of the seat. They also
have a control wheel on the underside which can be used to adjust the height of the armrest.
The seat headrest can be adjusted by moving the headrest to the side and rotating it to one of
the six lock positions. There is a life vest stowage box installed under the seat.
The standard passenger seats have a reclining backrest, sliding headrest, and a folding inner
armrest. The seats can have a luggage restraint bar installed on the bottom front part of the
seat structure. This allows small luggage to be put below the seat.
The executive seats are leather upholstered, with 90 swivel and 3.4 in (86.4 mm) of
forward/rear travel. A reclining backrest, sliding headrest, sliding armrest, magazine pocket and
a restraint system are fitted. The seat position control is located on the forward edge of the
arm. Puling up on control handle will allow the seat to be moved to the desired position.
Releasing the control handle will lock the seat in position. The control for the back recline is a
round push button located in the inner surface of the arm. Depressing the button will allow the
seat back angle to be adjusted.
The optional three seat bench comprises three seats installed on a pedestal which goes across
the width of the bench. Each seat has a reclining backrest, sliding headrests and a three point
restraint system. The left seat has a handle which when moved upwards allows the seat to be
moved forwards to make baggage loading easier.
SEAT BELTS AND SHOULDER HARNESSES
Each crew seat is equipped with a four-point restraint system consisting of an adjustable lap
belt and a dual-strap inertia reel-type shoulder harness. Each passenger seat is equipped with
a three-point restraint system consisting of an adjustable reel-type lap belt and an inertia reeltype shoulder harness.
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The CAWS warning CAR DOOR annunciator will illuminate and a voice callout Warning Cargo
Door will be heard when the door is not properly closed and locked.
WINDOWS
A two-piece windshield and two side windows provide cockpit visibility. Both pilot and copilot
windshields are laminated twin-layer mineral glass with an embedded polyvinyl butyrol (PVB)
layer. The windshield incorporates three electric heating elements for defogging and anti-icing
capability. Both side windows are stretched acrylic with inner 2 mm thick double-glazed acrylic
windows. A separate direct vision (DV) window, also stretched acrylic, is installed in the left
side window. This can be opened to provide pilot visibility/smoke evacuation during
emergencies and can be used to provide additional airflow during ground operations.
Windshield heat is controlled by four switches, LH WSH, HEAVY/LIGHT and RH WSH
HEAVY/LIGHT on the DE-ICING section of the overhead panel. The HEAVY/LIGHT switches
offer two heat levels to be used as required for defog and anti-ice. The windshield is protected
from an overheat condition by a temperature sensor. This sensor will remove current from the
windshield heat circuit when the windshield surface temperature is above 60 C.
The cabin has four windows on the left side and five on the right side. All of the windows are
stretched acrylic with integral sliding shades.
INDICATION/WARNING
Windshield heat operation is controlled by four switches on the DE-ICING section of the
overhead panel. The system is selected on by pressing the switches LH WSH and RH WSH.
When the system is selected to on, an ON annunciator in the switch comes on. When the
HEAVY/LIGHT switch is pressed, the system toggles between light and heavy and an arrow
symbol annunciated in the switch shows which selection is made. In the event of a failure, an
amber WSHLD HEAT caption on the CAWS is illuminated and an aural gong will sound.
EMERGENCY EXIT
The overwing emergency exit is located over the right wing and is 2 ft 2 in (0.68 m) high by 1 ft
6 in (0.49 m) wide. This exit contains a window and can be quickly opened from either inside or
outside when required. A non-inflatable seal attached to the exit seals the gap to allow the
cabin to pressurize when the exit is in place. To open the exit from inside, remove cover and
pull handle to release exit locking mechanism and pull inward. To open from the outside, push
on the release lever and push exit inward. Refer to Figure 7-4, Emergency Exit.
AIRCRAFT SECURITY
To secure the aircraft when parked, install the lock pin in the emergency exit (Refer to Fig. 4)
and lock the cargo and passenger door locks. Lock the service door under the rear fuselage, if
a lock is installed.
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EME
RGE
REL
NCY
EXIT
EAS
A
OUTSIDE CABIN
LOOKING INBOARD
120020
INSIDE CABIN
LOOKING OUTBOARD
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CONTROL LOCKS
The elevator and ailerons can be secured by placing a control lock through the hole in the
collar and control column when the elevator is full down and the ailerons are neutral. For flight
the control lock is stowed in a stowage point located on the cockpit left sidewall to the rear of
the pilots seat. The rudder is held in position by the mechanical connection with the nose wheel
steering.
WARNING
THE CONTROL LOCK MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE
TAKEOFF.
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ENGINE
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Refer to Figure 7-5, PT6A-67B Engine, for engine configuration.
This airplane is powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67B, which is a light weight, reverse
flow, free turbine engine. In addition to the gas generator section, the PT6A-67B incorporates a
power section with the power turbine and propeller reduction gearbox, an integral oil system,
and an accessory gearbox for mountings for various accessories.
Air enters the compressor through an annular plenum chamber. The compressor consists of
four axial stages and a single centrifugal stage. Stator vanes between each stage of
compression diffuse the air, raise its static pressure, and direct it to the next stage of
compression. From the centrifugal compressor, air flows through a diffuser tube, then changes
direction 180 degrees as it flows into the combustion chamber. A compressor bleed valve is
installed on the gas generator case at the 3 oclock position. It automatically opens to spill
interstage compressor air to prevent compressor stall.
The combustion chamber consists of two perforated annular sections bolted together with a
large exit duct. Compressed air enters the combustion chamber through the perforations,
where it is mixed with fuel and ignited. The rapidly expanding gas is directed through another
180 degree direction change into the turbine.
The turbine consists of a single stage compressor turbine and a two-stage power turbine. As
the gas exits the combustion chamber, it is directed onto the compressor turbine, which powers
the compressor. From the compressor turbine, the gas is directed to the two-stage power
turbine which drives the propeller via the propeller reduction gearbox. Engine inter turbine
temperature (ITT) is measured between the compressor and power turbines.
Gas flow is directed into the exhaust duct from the turbine. The exhaust duct has an annular
inlet which leads exhaust gas to a bifurcated duct connected to two opposed exhaust ports.
The exhaust duct is made from heat resistant nickel alloy metal and incorporates mounting
flanges for the exhaust nozzles.
AIR INDUCTION
The air induction system is integrated into the front and rear lower cowlings and comprises of
an air inlet and inlet duct, a plenum, and an inertial separator.
PROPELLER
SHAFT
MAGNETIC
CHIP DETECTOR
PROPELLER
GOVERNOR
MOUNTING PAD
PROPELLER
REDUCTION
BOX
EXHAUST
DUCT
FUEL
DRAIN
COMBUSTION
CHAMBER LINER
FUEL DRAIN
VALVE
TURBINE
ROTOR ASSEMBLY
FUEL MANIFOLD
ADAPTER AND
NOZZLE ASSEMBLY
CENTRIFUGAL
IMPELLER
BLEED
ADAPTER
GAS
GENERATOR
CASE
ACCESSORY
GEARBOX
COMPRESSOR
ROTOR ASSEMBLY
OIL
TANK
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The air inlet consists of a crescent shaped metal leading edge through which hot exhaust is
passed to prevent ice accumulation. The exhaust gas is extracted from the left hand side
exhaust stub by the means of a 1.5 inch diameter pitot probe inserted into the stub itself. It
then passes through the lip, consisting of a sealed chamber, before exiting into the right hand
stub through a 1.5 inch discharge tube. The probes are connected to the exhaust lip by 1.5
inch diameter metal ducts complete with integral connectors. The inlet duct, which connects
the inlet lip to the plenum, consists of a diverging nozzle following the same general shape as
the inlet lip.
The plenum consists of a sealed circular metal canister surrounding the engine compressor
inlet screen. It is here that the engine draws air to be compressed for combustion and services
supply.
The inertial separator is of the `fixed geometry design and provides engine induction system
protection when operating in icing or FOD conditions. It can be used for takeoff when operating
in a FOD environment. It comprises of a fixed No. 2 mesh screen attached to the rear wall of
the plenum covering a percentage of the inlet area, a moveable outlet door and electrical
actuator situated directly above the oil cooler outlet exit, and a converging by-pass duct.
In normal operations (non icing, non FOD) the outlet door is closed which seals the by-pass
and provides the induction air with a single flow path to the plenum and engine through the
porous No. 2 screen.
In icing or FOD conditions the actuator is retracted to open the outlet door. This allows a flow
path past the plenum to ambient and increases the pressure ratio across the inlet system. The
increased pressure ratio has the effect of accelerating heavy particles present in the inlet air,
which then go straight past the plenum and into the by-pass duct before exiting through the
outlet door. In icing conditions the porous No. 2 screen ices to restrict the flow path of solid
particles which can not turn into the plenum and thus further assist in engine protection.
However the pressure of the air to the engine, with the inertial separator open, is also reduced
with consequent reduction in available engine performance.
The inertial separator outlet door operation is controlled by the INERT SEP switch on the DEICING section of the overhead panel. The switch has two positions OPEN and off, when the
switch is pushed to the open position an OPEN annunciator in the switch is illuminated. The
door opens when the switch is pushed to OPEN. When the door is selected to open but does
not reach its selected position, an amber INERT SEP caption on the CAWS is illuminated and
an aural gong will sound. When the switch is pushed to off the door closes and the switch ON
annunciator will go off.
After failure of the inertial separator, the aircrew should prepare for departure of icing
conditions as soon as possible.
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ENGINE INLET
PLENUM
ACTUATOR
INLET DUCT
120022
BYPASS DUCT
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CONTROLS
Refer to Figure 7-7, Engine and Propeller Controls / Indication.
Engine power is controlled by POWER CONTROL, CONDITION, and MANUAL OVERRIDE
levers located on the center console.
POWER CONTROL LEVER
The POWER CONTROL lever (PCL) selects the required engine power (Ng) and in certain
conditions it directly controls the propeller pitch. The PCL has a flight and a ground operating
range separated by an idle detent. The flight operating range is forward of the detent. As the
PCL is moved forward of the idle detent the minimum propeller pitch (6 to 12) is directly
controlled by the PCL while the propeller is in an underspeed condition during low engine
power at a low airplane speed. When the PCL is moved further forward, engine power and
airplane speed increase until each are high enough for the propeller to operate in a constant
speed mode. In this mode, the Constant Speed Unit (CSU) selects the propeller pitch to
maintain a propeller speed of 1700 rpm.
When the PCL is at the idle detent, the gas generator is at idle and the propeller is at minimum
pitch. A lifting action to raise the PCL over the detent is required to move the PCL into the
ground operating range.
WARNING
DO NOT MOVE THE PCL BELOW THE IDLE DETENT WHEN
THE ENGINE IS NOT OPERATING TO PREVENT DAMAGE
TO THE CONTROL LINKAGE.
PCL OPERATION AFT OF THE IDLE DETENT IS NOT
PERMITTED IN FLIGHT OR WHEN ENGINE OPERATION IS
CONTROLLED BY THE MANUAL OVERRIDE LEVER.
Aft of the idle detent is the ground operating range or beta mode. The Nf governor limits the
propeller speed to an underspeed condition to give the beta valve full authority in controlling the
propeller pitch. The engine power and propeller pitch are directly controlled by the PCL. Initial
PCL movement aft of the idle detent adjusts the propeller pitch while the gas generator remains
at idle and can be used to control taxi speed. Further aft movement causes the propeller to
move into the reverse range followed by an increase in engine power.
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STARTER
INTERRUPT
IGNITION
STARTER
ON
ON
AUTO
DE-ICING
PROP
OVERHEAD PANEL
ON
INERT SEP
ENGINE
INSTRUMENT
DISPLAY UNIT
OPEN
OVERHEAD PANEL
PROP LOW P
OIL QTY
ENG FIRE
FIRE DETECT
CHIP
INERT SEP
OIL QTY
PROP DE ICE
CAWS
CONDITION
LEVER
POWER
CONTROL
LEVER
MAX
P
O
W
E
R
O
V
E
R
I
D
E
C
O
N
T
R
O
L
F
L
I
G
H
T
G
R
O
U
N
D
O
N
D
I
T
I
O
N
GROUND
IDLE
F
L
A
P
15
30
CUT OFF
FEATHER
40
120169
MANUAL
OVERIDE
LEVER
FLIGHT
IDLE
M
A
N
U
A
L
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MANUAL OVERRIDE LEVER
Description
The MANUAL OVERRIDE lever (MOR) is located on the center console to the left of PCL. The
MOR controls the engine power in case of a pneumatic failure of the engine fuel control or in
case of a PCL system failure. The MOR lever is an emergency device and it is possible to
exceed engine limits if the MOR lever is operated too fast. However, even if the engine limits
have been momentarily exceeded, the MOR will allow the crew to continue safe flight and
landing if the Engine Failure in Flight - Partial Power Loss emergency procedure is followed.
The MOR directly operates the fuel metering valve by mechanically compressing the pneumatic
bellows (Py pressure) in the FCU. There is a gap between the MOR mechanism and the
pneumatic bellows. This gap must first be taken up before the pneumatic bellows start to
compress, this results in a dead band when starting to operate the MOR lever. In case of a Py
leak, the engine spools down to minimum fuel flow with no response to PCL inputs. Minimum
fuel flow is 90 lb/h and results in 35% Ng on the ground to 70% Ng at 30,000 ft. The higher the
altitude and the faster the forward speed the longer the engine spool down time to 50% (spool
down times of 15 secs are possible). At high altitudes it is possible to achieve full engine power
when operating the MOR system. At low altitudes with the MOR lever fully forward the MOR
system may not give full engine power (min. 30 psi torque). When the MOR system is in
operation the torque limiter and Ng governor are inoperative.
Operation
During normal engine operation the MOR lever is in the full aft or OFF position. In the case of a
possible PCL or pneumatic failure, the PCL should be exercised to check engine response. If
not successful the PCL should be set to the idle position and the MOR lever operated slowly
forward (at least 4 secs to the mid position) to take up the dead band until the engine responds
(fuel flow above 90 lb/h and Ng/ITT stable or increasing), then wait until the engine stabilizes. If
the engine stalls and/or ITT reaches 870 C, operate the MOR lever slightly rearward then
forward again with an even slower movement. If the engine is allowed to drop below 50% Ng,
starter assistance may be required to recover Ng above 50%. Once the engine has stabilized
adjust the required power setting with the MOR lever. Observe the engine limitations by making
adjustments with the MOR lever. Do not permit the Ng to fall below 65% as ITT may then be
exceeded, this will also maintain better engine acceleration. In descent and until touch down
adjust Ng to 75% or above. After touch down select cut-off feather to avoid exceeding ITT
limits. On the ground with no forward speed it is not possible to recover low Ng with the MOR
lever.
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WARNING
PCL OPERATION AFT OF THE IDLE DETENT IS NOT
PERMITTED WHEN ENGINE OPERATION IS CONTROLLED
BY THE MANUAL OVERRIDE LEVER.
CAUTION
THE MOR LEVER MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION PRIOR
TO ENGINE START TO PREVENT A HOT START.
NOTE
During MOR operation the Py pressure has no authority which
causes the loss of the torque limiting function and Nf governor
operation (no reverse power to be used). Maximum Ng is also
not limited.
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CONDITION LEVER
The Condition Lever has three positions and is used to select the gas generator idle speed,
shut down the engine, and feather the propeller. The GROUND IDLE position (G.I.) is for
ground operation only. This setting insures that the propeller speed remains above the
prohibited range (350 rpm to 950 rpm) for ambient conditions up to a temperature of
approximately 45 C. The FLIGHT IDLE position (F.I.) is selected for flight operation which
provides sufficient bleed air flow to maintain cabin pressurization at minimum Ng and to give
smooth engine response to PCL movement during approach and landing. The CUTOFF/FEATHER position mechanically stops the fuel flow to shut down the engine and
electrically feathers the propeller at the same time. The low fuel pressure switch is inoperative
when the Condition Lever is in the CUT-OFF/FEATHER position.
To move the Condition Lever from the CUT-OFF position the lever needs to be lifted.
Movement from GROUND IDLE to FLIGHT IDLE needs only pressure on the lever towards the
new positions to overcome the soft stop. To move the lever from FLIGHT IDLE to GROUND
IDLE it has to be lifted to get over the soft stop. To move the lever from GROUND IDLE to
CUT-OFF/FEATHER it has to be lifted again to get over the hard stop.
Aircraft Post SB 76-001 and 521 & UP have a cut-off guard installed which makes a positive
hard stop at the GROUND IDLE position. The hard stop is held in position by a spring. A black
guard lever is attached to the hard stop and protrudes from the right side of the Condition
Lever. The guard lever must be pushed to the right against the spring pressure to move the
hard stop clear of the Condition Lever. The Condition Lever can then be lifted and moved to the
CUT-OFF/FEATHER position in the normal way.
The engine STARTER and IGNITION switches are located on the overhead panel.
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ENGINE FUEL
Refer to Figure 7-8, Engine Fuel System, for system configuration. For airplane fuel storage
and distribution, refer to Fuel system, this section.
The engine fuel system consists of an oil to fuel heat exchanger, a high pressure engine driven
fuel pump, a fuel control unit, a fuel flow transducer, a fuel flow divider and dump valve, and the
fuel nozzles.
Fuel is delivered to the fuel/oil heat exchanger from the low pressure engine driven pump. The
oil to fuel heat exchanger pre-heats the fuel, to eliminate the chance of ice formation in the fuel,
and reduces the oil temperature. The high pressure engine driven fuel pump delivers fuel to the
fuel control unit after it passes through the oil to fuel heat exchanger. See Fuel System for
more information.
The fuel control unit is controlled by the POWER CONTROL and CONDITION levers during
normal operations, and the MANUAL OVERRIDE lever during emergency operation. Fuel flows
through the fuel flow transducer on its way to the fuel flow divider and dump valve. The fuel
flow transducer converts fuel flow rate into an electrical signal which is then displayed in the
cockpit on the Engine Instrument System (EIS).
The fuel flow divider and dump valve serves two functions. First, it divides the fuel between the
primary and secondary system. Secondly, it directs air from the purge air accumulator into the
fuel manifolds to purge them of unused fuel at engine shutdown. A total of 14 fuel nozzles are
used with a primary and secondary spray pattern.
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OIL
Refer to Figure 7-9, Engine Oil System, for system configuration.
The engine oil system consists of pressure, scavenge, and breather systems with the oil tank
being an integral part of the engine compressor inlet case. Oil is supplied to the engine
bearings, reduction gears, accessory drives, torquemeter, and propeller governor. Oil is also
used to cool the bearings. A filler neck with quantity dipstick and cap are located on top of the
accessory gearbox. The quantity dipstick is marked in one US quart increments. A visual sight
gauge is provided to determine oil quantity without removing the dipstick. If the oil level is in the
green range of the sight gauge there is sufficient oil quantity for flight. If the oil level is below
the green range, the oil system needs refilling according to the dipstick markings. If the CAWS
OIL QTY warning illuminates with a voice callout Warning Oil, the oil level is not adequate for
safe engine operation. It is not recommended to start a flight with the oil level below the green
range on the sight glass. Total oil capacity is 3.6 US gal (13.6 liters) while usable oil quantity is
1.5 US gal (5.7 liters). The oil tank incorporates a drain plug.
An engine driven gear type pressure pump provides oil to the engine bearings, torquemeter,
propeller bearings and reduction gears, and propeller governor. Oil flows from the integral oil
tank, through the pick-up screen, to the oil pump. Oil then goes through a pressure regulating
valve which regulates oil pressure to between 90 and 135 psi (6.2 to 9.3 bar). A pressure relief
valve opens when pressure exceeds 160 psi (11.0 bar), possibly during cold weather
operations. Oil then goes through a cartridge type oil filter assembly, which incorporates a
bypass valve and a spring loaded check valve. The bypass valve allows oil to bypass the filter
in case the filter becomes clogged, however oil pressure drops to below 90 psi (6.2 bar) when
the filter by-pass valve is open. The check valve prevents gravity oil flow into the engine after
shutdown and permits the oil filter to be changed without draining the oil tank. Oil is then
directed throughout the engine and applicable accessories.
The oil scavenge system incorporates two double element pumps. The oil from the reduction
gearbox is pumped directly through the airframe mounted oil cooler. All remaining oil passes
through the oil to fuel heat exchanger and, depending on oil temperature, is directed back to
the oil tank or through the oil cooler.
When the fuel temperature is low, warm oil flows through the oil to fuel heater. At fuel
temperatures above 21 C (70 F) the bypass valve begins to open and at 37 C (98 F) the
bypass valve is fully open and the oil bypasses the oil to fuel heater. The scavenge system in
the propeller reduction gearbox incorporates a magnetic chip detector that detects foreign
matter in the system and causes the CHIP caution light on the CAWS annunciator panel to
come on and an aural gong will sound. The chip detector also acts as the propeller reduction
gearbox oil drain. An optional second magnetic chip detector can be installed in the accessory
gearbox. It is also connected to the CAWS CHIP caution and operates in parallel to the
reduction gearbox chip detector.
The breather system allows air from the engine bearing compartments and the propeller
reduction and accessory gearboxes to be vented overboard into the right exhaust stub, through
the centrifugal breather in the accessory gearbox.
OIL DEBRIS MONITORING (ODM) (MSN 534-999 PRE SB 79-006)
A sensor module is installed in the oil pipeline to the oil cooler. The sensor module detects
metal particles above a certain size that pass through it. A signal conditioner connected to the
sensor converts a detected metal particle into a pulse signal. The signal conditioner also has
automatic Built In Test (BIT). The particle pulse and BIT signals are sent to the power module
Report No: 02211
7-38
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where they are monitored for correct operation. The power module is installed on the firewall. It
receives electrical power from the battery bus through the ODM circuit breaker. The power
module supplies electrical power to the sensor module and the return signals from the sensor
to the EIS.
TORQUE LIMITER
A torque limiter is installed on the engine at the torque transmitter boss on the forward engine
case. Within the unit is a sealed bellows connected directly to the torquemeter oil pressure
outlet, a chamber connected to the reduction gearbox to provide gearbox static pressure and to
a drain port on the thrust bearing cover, a balance beam, and a pneumatic pressure orifice.
Oil pressure proportional to engine torque is applied through cored passages in the reduction
gearbox to the sealed bellows in the limiter body. The bellows is mechanically connected to the
balance beam and to the controlling spring. With an increase in torque pressure, above the
control spring setting, the balance beam adjusts to compensate for this increase and causes
the pneumatic pressure orifice to open and bleed off Py air. As Py air pressure is bled off, the
fuel flow from the FCU is reduced by closing the metering valve, causing engine speed and
hence engine torque to decrease until engine torquemeter pressure is balanced by the torque
control spring pressure; at this time the Py pressure orifice close.
The torque limiter limits the engine torque to below 44.3 psi. Due to ambient pressure at
altitude and interference with the FCU maximum governing speed, maximum torque may not
be obtained.
Engine torque will drop approximately 3.9 psi per 10,000 feet of altitude. Above 102% to 104%
Ng (maximum Ng limit) the torque will decrease by approximately 2.9 psi. After this point the
engine power is limited to maintain 104% Ng.
The maximum torque droop due to altitude has been considered in the static takeoff and balked
landing torque charts.
If the maximum torque according to the torque chart is below flat rating (below the torque limiter
setting), the torque has to be set manually by the PCL. Torque limiter operation must always be
verified to ensure engine limits are respected. During the takeoff and the balked landing the
PCL does not need to be retracted unless any limits are exceeded. The torque (if below flat
rating) and ITT increases are acceptable.
OIL TRANSFER
SLEEVE
OIL
SUPPLY
TO
PROPELLER
ROLLER
BEARING
THRUST
BEARING
SCAVENGE OIL
PRESSURE OIL
NO. 2 BEARING
POWER
TURBINE
BEARINGS
NO. 3 BEARING
NO. 4 BEARING
TORQUEMETER OIL
CONTROL VALVE
TORQUEMETER
TORQUE LIMITER
AND
TORQUEMETER PRESSURE
INDICATOR
NO. 4 BEARING
NOZZLE
SECOND STAGE
REDUCTION
GEARS
REDUCTION
GEARBOX
CHIP DETECTOR
PROPELLER GOVERNOR
AND BETA CONTROL
PROPELLER SHAFT
OIL TRANSFER TUBE
PRESSURE
REGULATING
VALVE
TO OIL TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR
TO OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
COLD PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
COMPRESSOR
BEARINGS
NO.1 BEARING
ODM
SENSOR
BYPASS
VALVE
NO.2 BEARING
SCAVENGE PUMP
(FRONT ELEMENT)
ACCESSORY CASE
SCAVENGE PUMP
(REAR ELEMENT)
ACCESSORY
GEARBOX DRAIN
POWER TURBINE
BEARINGS
SCAVENGE PUMP
(FRONT ELEMENT)
REDUCTION CASE
SCAVENGE PUMP
(REAR ELEMENT)
OIL-TO-FUEL
HEATER
THERMOSTATIC
BYPASS AND
CHECK VALVE
TO COOLER
OIL FILLER
AND DIPSTICK
OIL TANK
PRESSURIZING
VALVE
OIL
PRESSURE
PUMP
TANK
DRAIN
CENTRIFUGAL
BREATHER
FROM
COOLER
OIL
COOLER
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INDICATION/WARNING
Engine indication for normal operation is displayed on the Engine Instrument System (EIS).
Generator 1 and generator 2 voltages and currents are displayed on two of the EIS displays
(GEN 1 and GEN 2). Continuous monitoring of the voltages and currents for close to limit
cautions and out of limit warnings is provided by the EIS.
The CAWS red warning lights that indicate engine status are:
PROP LOW P
Indicates propeller has gone below the minimum in-flight pitch (6)
with the airplane not on the ground. A voice callout Warning Prop
Pitch will be heard.
OIL QTY
Indicates low engine oil quantity when the engine is not running. A
voice callout Warning Oil will be heard.
ENG FIRE
The CAWS amber caution lights that indicate engine status are:
CHIP
INERT SEP
PROP DE ICE
FIRE DETECT
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STARTING
Starting is provided by a combination starter/generator unit. Starter function is controlled by the
STARTER switch on the pilot's overhead panel. When the STARTER switch is pressed to ON
for more than 2 seconds, the green ON annunciator in the switch is illuminated, and the EIS
energizes the Starting Control Relay which through the Starter Relay energizes the starter. The
starter will automatically disengage and the green ON annunciator in the switch goes off when
the engine Ng reaches 50% or 60 seconds after the start sequence was initiated.
The start sequence can be interrupted at anytime by pressing the STARTER INTERRUPT
switch on pilot's overhead panel. When pressed, the EIS will remove the ground from the
Starter Master Relay causing it to open and remove electrical power from the starter circuit.
For aircraft with the second battery option the start sequence is in two stages. Stage 1 starts
the engine start sequence using the second battery. When the engine reaches at 10% Ng or 10
seconds after the start sequence was initiated power from the main battery is also supplied to
the start sequence.
For improved engine starting with a cold engine (oil temperature below +5 C), use FLIGHT
IDLE position for engine starting. At FLIGHT IDLE more fuel is provided during the start cycle
to enhance engine acceleration to idle speed.
For information on the generator function, refer to Electrical System, this section.
IGNITION
Ignition is provided by an ignition exciter and two spark igniter plugs. The ignition exciter is a
sealed electronic unit mounted at the engine cowling and is operated by the aircraft 28 VDC
system. Two spark igniter plugs, located at the 4 and 9 o'clock positions in the gas generator
section, provide the spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture.
Ignition is controlled from the cockpit by the IGNITION switch, located on the pilot's overhead
panel. The push switch has two positions, ON and AUTO. When set to ON, ignition will occur
continuously.
When set to AUTO, ignition will automatically activate, regardless of the PCL position, when the
ITT is less than 500 C and the Ng is 10% or more. It stops 10 seconds after the ITT is more
than 500 C and when the Ng is less than 10%.
Ignition should be manually switched ON when operating in heavy precipitation.
ACCESSORIES
Engine accessories comprising the propeller, propeller overspeed governors, and torque limiter
are mounted on the front of the engine. The starter/generator, second generator, fuel control
unit, high and low pressure fuel pumps, and fuel/oil heat exchanger are mounted on the
accessory gearbox.
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FIRE DETECTION
The system is composed of a sensor element and a responder. The sensor is a stainless steel
capillary tube filled with helium and containing a central hydrogen-charged core which readily
releases hydrogen gas when heated above a temperature threshold. The responder houses
both the fire pressure switch and the integrity switch consisting of performed metal diaphragms
which snap over center to contact stationary pins under the effect of gas pressure.
Due to generalized temperature increase over the entire length of the sensor, the helium
pressure increases and actuates the fire pressure switch triggering the alarm. Alternatively,
when the sensor is heated up intensely over a short length, the core material releases
hydrogen gas causing a pressure rise and actuates the fire pressure switch. The CAWS
warning ENG FIRE red light will illuminate and a voice callout Fire, Fire, Fire will be heard
whenever the fire pressure switch is activated. Both the averaging and discrete functions are
reversible. When the sensor tube is cooled, the average gas pressure is lowered and the
discrete hydrogen gas returns to the core material. The reduction of internal pressure allows
the alarm switch to return to its normal position, opening the electrical alarm switch.
In addition to the pressure activated alarm switch, the integrity switch is held closed by the
averaging gas pressure at all temperatures down to -55 C. If a detector should develop a leak,
the loss of gas pressure would allow the integrity switch to open and activating the system fault
caution. The amber FIRE DETECT caution light will illuminate when the Fire Detection system
is inoperative.
System integrity is checked by pressing the FIRE switch on the TEST section of the overhead
panel. When pressed, the availability of electrical power and circuit continuity is checked.
Proper system function is indicated when both the ENG FIRE and FIRE DETECT annunciators
illuminate. If the FIRE DETECT annunciator fails to illuminate during the test, the warning
circuit is already closed and will not provide proper warning. In addition a back up power supply
to the overhead panel is tested when the switch is pressed.
CAUTION
DUE TO THE COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
ENGINE COWLING AND THE POSSIBILITY OF TOXIC
GASSES, THE AIRPLANE ECS MUST BE SHUTOFF WHEN
A FIRE CONDITION IS SUSPECTED.
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ENGINE INSTRUMENT SYSTEM ( EIS )
GENERAL
The Engine Instrument System (EIS) is a computer controlled system which receives input from
the sensors. It displays engine and other system information and provides warnings when
certain parameter limits are exceeded (Figure 7-10). The EIS has two independent Acquisition
and Processing Units (APU) and a Display Unit (DU) combined into a single unit.
The APU data is also used by the processors in the Engine Conditioning Monitoring System
(ECMS).
The EIS unit is installed in the center instrument panel. The unit has a battery installed at the
rear and behind a panel. The battery is used by internal date time clock for the ECMS. An error
code will be given during the EIS test if the battery capacity is low.
Electrical power is supplied to the APUs and DU from the battery bus and generator 1 bus
through the EIS 1 and 2 circuit breakers. Power for the automatic engine starting system is
supplied from the battery bus through the STARTER circuit breaker and overhead panel.
Power to the LCD permanent back-lighting is supplied from the battery bus through the EIS
LIGHT circuit breaker.
DESCRIPTION
Each APU drives a section of the DU, both APUs acquire and can display the critical
parameters of TORQUE and ITT.
Inputs for the displayed parameters are compared in the APU with the limitations for those
parameters. If the limitations are exceeded the system illuminates an amber caution or red
warning light in the DU. To help identify the exceeded parameter the appropriate LCD display
will flash 40 times/minute when the parameter is in the caution range and 80 times/minute
when the parameter is in the warning range.
Continuous internal monitoring of the EIS system detects internal failures and automatically
selects an alternate signal path for the displayed parameter without alerting the pilot when the
engine is running. An internal failure will be signaled to the pilot when the engine is not running
by a flashing EIS DU amber caution light. To identify which failure a self test should be initiated.
A self test can also be initiated with the engine running in flight to check for serviceability of the
EIS system. See Section 2 Limitations for EIS failures not accepted for takeoff.
The APUs also process the fuel quantity and fuel flow signals received from the fuel tank
probes and provide a wing fuel quantity balancing function and provide continuous monitoring
of all the EIS parameters. EIS fault codes are allocated to specifically identify a fault. The fault
codes with a permitted flight crew action are listed in Section 10.
Within the EIS display is a fuel totalizer function. The digital display indicates total fuel
remaining, fuel flow, fuel used and endurance. The fuel QTY indicates the total computed fuel
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quantity in the wings. The fuel USED indicates fuel consumed based on fuel flow vs time (FL/H)
of engine operation. The ENDUR display has a range of 9 hrs and 59 minutes and is computed
from fuel flow during engine operation. The QTY and USED values are stored in non volatile
memory at shutdown. After engine start, push the FUEL RESET switch on the DU to re-datum
fuel quantity to the actual fuel contents detected by the tank capacitance probes and to reset
the fuel USED to zero. When the FUEL RESET switch is pushed, the APUs totals the indicated
left and right fuel quantities, stores the new value in memory, and displays quantity on the DU.
As fuel is consumed, the fuel QTY and ENDUR values will be recomputed based on the current
fuel flow.
NOTE
The computed fuel QTY value is based on a previous known
quantity and will not indicate the increase in fuel quantity after
fuel has been added to the wings until the FUEL RESET switch
has been pushed after engine start to update the digital
display.
If a failure of the fuel flow sensing system occurs the fuel QTY
and USED values are frozen. Re-setting of the fuel quantity
indication is possible in flight, by pressing the FUEL RESET
button when the aircraft is in straight and level flight.
Refer to the Electrical section for information on the Gen 1 and Gen 2 indicators.
The EIS is connected to an RS 232 connector on the maintenance panel which is used to set
the date and time clock and input the engine and aircraft serial numbers for the ECMS.
The EIS controls the engine automatic start and ignition systems.
The EIS has a CHIP annunciator and internal logic for the provision of an Oil Debris Monitoring
(ODM) system. The ODM system is not installed and the EIS CHIP annunciator is inoperative.
It will come on during a EIS system test.
OPERATION
When electrical power is supplied to the EIS, the acquisition and display unit does a self test. If
the self test is satisfactory the displays will come on.
The system test is activated by momentarily pressing the test switch on the EIS panel. The EIS
test progressively activates all of the LCD display segments, illuminates the caution and
warning lights, and checks the APUs and power supplies for serviceability. If there are no faults
detected after all of the display segments are activated, the displays will return and operate
normally. If an internal fault is detected, the fault code will appear on the display before
returning to the normal display. If the system test is initiated before engine start and a fault is
detected the EIS caution light will flash. If the system test is performed in the air the caution
light will not flash if an internal fault is detected.
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If during an engine start the battery capacity becomes low momentarily the EIS display may go
blank. The EIS will then restore the display after 3 seconds.
If an amber caution light illuminates with no fault codes shown after a system test before
takeoff, system redundancy is lost, but flight is permitted. Maintenance is required as soon as
practicable to clear the system fault.
Illumination of a red warning or an amber caution on the EIS is accompanied by the appropriate
MASTER CAUTION or WARNING light switch coming on. The illumination of a red warning or
an amber caution on the EIS can be cancelled by pressing the appropriate MASTER CAUTION
or WARNING light switch. The appropriate EIS display will continue to flash. This will allow for
any further exceeded limitations to be annunciated and shown.
If a failure occurs in the APU that normally drives the TORQUE and ITT displays, the pilot can
select TORQUE and ITT from the other APU by pushing the menu switch on the DU. When the
secondary menu is selected a TORQUE digital value is displayed in place of the ENDUR
display and an ITT digital value is displayed in place of the OAT display. The primary analog
and digital displays for TORQUE and ITT go blank.
NOTE
A fault of all serial data lines from the APUs to the DU causes
the DU to turn off all display modules and suspend parameter
updating. No failure code will be presented.
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Manual Data Recording
The pilot can do a manual record of the engine running condition by pressing the STORE
switch on the front of the EIS. The ECMS obtains each parameter for 20 seconds and then
stores them on the storage card with the date and time. The STORE annunciator comes on to
indicate that the system is operating correctly.
Automatic Trend Recording
The automatic trend is active when the engine is running and with the following parameters
stable for more than two minutes:
The ECMS obtains each parameter for 20 seconds and then stores them on the storage card
with the date and time. The STORE annunciator comes on to indicate that the system is
operating correctly. This function is repeated every two minutes.
Exceedence Recording
If a parameter is exceeded the ECMS will record the parameter exceedence and all the other
parameters data from the previous two minutes. It will write the exceedence and the other
parameters data on the storage card with the date and time. The STORE annunciator will also
come on to show that the system is recording.
Engine Run recording
Engine run condition is when the fuel flow is more 50 lbs/h or the Np is more than 1000 RPM.
The ECMS stores the engine start and stop times and all maximum parameters values. It also
stores the flight duration and the number of engine runs and flights. After each startup of the
EIS, the ECMS writes the EIS, engine, gas generator, power section, tail and aircraft serial
number on the data storage card. An RS 232 interface is used to set the engine serial
numbers, date and time and chip counter thresholds and values. The ability to reset these
values is also possible.
Indication
At each EIS test the ECMS checks the following:
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At the end of the test error codes will be shown on the EIS if any of the above conditions are
not correct. A date and time indication is shown on the EIS display for 5 seconds after the
system test sequence is finished. The date indication is MM DD and the time indication is HH
MM.
OIL DEBRIS MONITORING (ODM) SYSTEM (MSN 534-999 PRE SB 79-006)
General
The ODM system counts metal particles in the engine oil flow. It makes the CHIP caution on
the EIS come on if the number of particles within a fixed time exceeds predefined limits.
Description
The EIS receives the particle pulse and BIT signals from the ODM power module. The EIS
Engine Condition Monitoring System (ECMS) processor counts the particle pulses from the
ODM and maintains a chip counter. The EIS has chip count threshold limits that provide low
and high level cautions. The threshold limits are set through the ground maintenance panel and
are defined in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual. If the low threshold limit is exceeded the EIS
failure code 86 will be shown after an EIS system test. In addition the EIS CHIP caution will
flash if the aircraft is on the ground. If the high threshold limit is exceeded the EIS CHIP caution
will come on when the aircraft is on the ground and in the air.
If the BIT signal from the ODM power module gives a fault condition the ECMS processor in the
EIS will make the EIS CHIP caution flash and the EIS failure code 83 will be shown after an
EIS system test.
The ECMS processor will periodically record the chip counter value on the ECMS data storage
card, which is inserted in the front of the EIS. This will allow the particle trend data to be
analyzed.
Operation
The ODM system is operational as soon as electrical power is supplied to the EIS and ODM
system from the battery bus and the self test has been completed. The ODM system is fault
checked by the ECMS processor when the EIS TEST switch is pressed before engine start.
The EIS failure code 83 will be shown if a fault is found during the test.
Indication
The EIS chip caution indicator is independent from the CAWS CHIP caution indicator. The EIS
CHIP caution is operated by the ODM system and the CAWS CHIP caution is operated by the
magnetic chip detector(s).
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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
PARAMETER
Torque
CAUTION RANGE
(Digits blink 40/min)
44.4 to 61.0 psi
WARNING RANGE
(Digits blink 80/min)
44.4 to 61.0 psi (after 20 sec.
delay).
above 61 psi
800 to 870 C
During
Start Only
870 to 1000 C
Prop RPM
above 1000
below 350 C
ITT
Ng
Oil
Temperature
Oil
Pressure
Ng above
72 %
OAT
above 104 %
below -40 C (Note 2 )
None
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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS (CONT'D)
PARAMETER
CAUTION RANGE
(Digits blink 40/min)
WARNING RANGE
(Digits blink 80/min)
below 950 (on ground, after 5 sec. if
unfeather delay) (Note 1 & 2)
Np
Ng above
90 %
DC Volt Gen 1
None
above 31.5 V
DC Volt Gen 2
None
above 31.5 V
Note 1: Caution or warning inhibited during pre-start and post-flight.
Note 2: Caution or warning inhibited during engine start.
Note 3: If the warning illuminates for a parameter, the caution automatically extinguishes.
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PARAMETERS DISPLAYED ON DU
TORQUE
ITT
Ng
OIL temp
OIL press
FUEL QTY
FUEL QTY
FUEL FLOW
FUEL USED
ENDUR
OAT
NP
GEN 1
GEN 2
DATE/TIME
5
3
2
11 12
10
9 ITT
8
o
7 x 100 C
6
5 4
TRQ
PS x10
1 0
KG FUEL LBS
RPM
NP
PSI
o
C
%
o
C
PSI
FRACTION
LBS
LBS/H
LBS
HRS MIN
o
C
RPM
DC A AND V
DC A AND V
MM DD/HH MM
9 10 11
NG
8
7
6 %RPMx10
4
2 0
FUEL QTY
F F
QTY
3 3
OAT
2 2
FL/H
1 1
ENDUR
USED
L 0 0 R
x 1/4
GEN 1
GEN 2
DC A
DC A
DC V
DC V
ENG OIL
12 20
ECMS STORE
INDICATOR
15
10
4 5
DATE
TIME
o
WARNING
INDICATOR
STORE
C 0 0 PSI
x 10
FUEL
RESET
MENU
TEST
SYSTEM
TEST SWITCH
STORE
CHIP
ODM
CAUTION
MANUAL ECMS
STORE SWITCH
FUEL
RESET
SWITCH
ECMS DATA
STORAGE
CARD
MENU
SELECTOR
SWITCH
120170
CAUTION
INDICATOR
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BATT BUS
28V DC
CB 201
GEN 1 BUS
28V DC
7.5A
CB 532
STARTER
BATT BUS
28V DC
5A
EIS 2
SENSORS
INTERNAL
FUSE
CB 531
ARINC 429
ADC
RS232
INTERFACE
SENSORS
TRQ &ITT
POWER
SUPPLY B
PROCESSOR
CHANNEL B
5A
EIS
LIGHT
SENSORS
INTERNAL
FUSE
INPUT
STAGES
INPUT
STAGES
BATT BUS
28V DC
5A
CB 533
EIS 1
PROCESSOR
CHANNEL A
POWER
SUPPLY A
DUAL-PORT-RAM
AUTOMATIC
START
ODM
CHIP
CAUTION
PROCESSOR
CHANNEL
ECMS
CLOCK
AND
DATE
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
DISPLAY
MODULE 3
FLASH CARD
R/W SLOT
DISPLAY
MODULE 2
DISPLAY
MODULE 1
DISCRETE OUTPUT:
CAUTION AND
WARNING
120190
DISCRETE OUTPUT:
START AND 2ND
BATT START
DIMMER
DISPLAY BACKLIGHT
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PROPELLER
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-7, Engine and Propeller Controls/ Indications and Figure 7-11, Propeller Pitch
Mechanism.
The airplane is equipped with a Hartzell 105 in (2.67 m), four blade, variable pitch, full
feathering propeller which is driven by the engine power turbine through a reduction gearing.
The propeller hub and the four propeller blades are made of aluminum. Each blade
incorporates an electric deice boot.
DESCRIPTION
The propeller is powered by the engine through the reduction gearbox. Propeller pitch is
adjusted by engine oil pressure regulated through the Propeller Governor/Constant Speed Unit
(CSU). Nominal propeller rpm during all phases of operation is 1,700 rpm, except at low power
settings at low speeds where there is insufficient energy available to rotate the prop at 1700
rpm.
The pitch change mechanism is mounted on the propeller front hub and consists of a fixed
cylinder, a sliding piston, and a feathering spring. The piston is connected to each propeller
blade by a fork assembly which engages a cam follower on the blade root. A counterweight is
attached to each blade near its root in such a position that when the propeller is rotating the
counterweight is transferred to the blade as a force tending to turn the blade to coarse pitch.
The feathering spring within the cylinder also tends to move the blades towards coarse pitch
and the feather position.
Oil pressure from the engine oil system is boosted to a higher pressure by a pump in the CSU.
Oil pressure is then applied to the rear of the sliding piston, overcoming the force of the
feathering spring and counterweights, to move the blades towards fine pitch. Thus, the blade
angle is set by controlling the pressure of the oil supplied to the propeller.
In case that neither the CSU nor the overspeed governor limit the propeller speed, the Nf
governor will limit the engine power (Np=109%)1853 rpm.
Should the CSU governing system fail, the overspeed governor will operate to limit the
propeller speed (Np) to 106% (1802 rpm. The overspeed governor incorporates a feathering
solenoid valve which is energized when the Condition Lever is moved to the CUT OFF position,
causing the blades to feather. The BATTERY BUS must be powered to enable propeller
feathering.
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HUB
COUNTERWEIGHT
BLADE ROOT
SLIDING PISTON
FIXED CYLINDER
FORK ASSEMBLY
79.6 deg.
PROPELLER
BLADE
FEATHER
FEATHERING
SPRING
CAM FOLLOWER
19 deg.
OIL PRESSURE
FINE PITCH
-17.5 deg.
BETA RING
OIL PRESSURE
120028
REVERSE PITCH
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OPERATION
Refer to Figure 7-11, Propeller Pitch Mechanism.
In normal operation the propeller unfeathers after the condition lever is moved to Ground Idle
and the engine is accelerating to idle Ng during engine start. On the ground at idle power the
propeller rotates at approximately 1060 rpm. When power is increased the CSU will control
propeller speed at 1700 rpm. In the air, at low speeds and idle power (F.I.) the propeller rpm
may drop below 1700 rpm. The propeller feathers automatically when the condition lever is
moved to CUT OFF/FX.
The propeller is reversible for operation in the Ground Operating range during ground
operations only. To achieve propeller pitch below the low pitch stop, lift up the triggers on either
side of the Power Control Lever (PCL) to clear the idle detent and pull aft. As the PCL moves
aft, the propeller blade angle decreases to the maximum reverse blade angle of -17.5.
WARNING
GROUND OPERATION WITH PROPELLER BELOW 950 RPM
IS NOT PERMITTED.
PROPELLER DE ICE
Each propeller blade has an electrically heated boot on the inboard upper and lower leading
edge. 28 VDC power supply for the boots is taken directly from the GEN 1. It is supplied to the
propeller de-ice boots via a slip ring mounted on the rear of the spinner bulkhead and brush
block mounted on a bracket on the engine. Protection against the affects of lightning strike is
provided by a set of metal oxide varistors (MOVs) mounted on the brush block assembly. The
system is selected by the PROP switch on the DE ICING section of the overhead panel. An ON
annunciator in the switch comes on when the switch is pressed.
A deice controller unit selects power alternately to opposite pairs of blades to minimize the
chance of asymmetric ice shedding. When the DE ICING PROP switch is selected ON, the
timer selects automatically the appropriated cycle depending on the indicated OAT. The three
possible modes are:
Mode 1 (IOAT > 0C): the timer is in stand by and none of the blades are heated.
Mode 2 (0C IOAT > -16C): blades 1 and 3 are heated for 45 seconds followed by blades 2
and 4 for 45 seconds, then all blades are off for 90 seconds.
Mode 3 (IOAT -16C): blades 1 and 3 are heated for 90 seconds followed by blades 2 and 4
for 90 seconds.
The above cycles are repeated until the DE ICING PROP switch is turned OFF.
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 4; April 30, 2007
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OAT sensing is by a sensor mounted under the left hand wing. This sensor is termed the
controller and presents the principal control signal. A second sensor is mounted in an identical
position under the right hand wing. This sensor is termed the comparator and allows the control
sensor to be checked.
The Propeller De Ice Controller (PDIC) also monitors various system control functions and
initiates warnings in the event of detected failures. The following functions are monitored:
When the system is on, if the PIDC detects a failure, an amber PROP DEICE caption on the
CAWS is illuminated and an aural gong will sound.
INDICATION/WARNING
The propeller speed is displayed digitally on the EIS.
The CAWS warning PROP LOW P annunciator will illuminate and a voice callout Warning
Prop Pitch will be heard when the propeller pitch is less than 6 (minimum pitch in flight) and
the airplane is not on the ground.
Upon initiation of the system the de-ice timer performs a built in test function lasting 5 seconds.
A pre-flight test is performed in this manner. The amber CAWS PROP DE ICE caption will
illuminate and an aural gong will sound if the system electrical load is outside its limits.
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FUEL
GENERAL
Fuel is contained in two integral wing tanks and is supplied to the engine in excess of that
required for all ground and flight operations. Each wing tank contains drain valves. The transfer
and delivery of fuel is achieved using a motive flow jet pump system and two engine driven
pumps (low pressure pump and the FCU high pressure pump). Electric fuel pumps provide
pressure only during the engine start sequence and as a standby function when the normal
system cannot maintain adequate pressure. Fuel symmetry is maintained automatically by a
Fuel Balancing Device.
Refueling is accomplished using over-wing filler caps. Fuel quantity and fuel flow rate are
displayed on the Engine Instrument System (EIS). Electric pump operation, low fuel pressure,
and low fuel quantity conditions will be indicated on the Central Advisory and Warning System
(CAWS) annunciator panel. In an emergency, fuel flow to the engine can be stopped by pulling
the FUEL EMERG SHUT OFF handle, located at the aft end of the center console, left of the
airplane centerline.
DESCRIPTION
The fuel storage system includes integral wing tanks, fuel drains, refueling ports, and vents.
The main fuel tank is between ribs 6 and 16, forward of the rear and main spars. A collector
tank is forward of the main spar between ribs 3 and 6. Fuel drains are located in the lower
wing-skins and in the fuel service bay on the left side of the fuselage, left of the nose
wheelwell. These fuel drains allow the removal of water and other contaminants during
preflight.
Refueling is accomplished through an overwing filler cap located at the outer, upper section of
each wing. Each wing has a usable fuel capacity of 201 US gal (761 liters).
The fuel vent bay allows venting of the fuel system through inward and outward vents located
on the lower surface of the outer fuel bay.
A check valve is installed in the motive flow line at each collector tank. The check valves stop
fuel flow between the left and right wing tanks.
The distribution system transfers fuel from left and right wing tanks and delivers fuel from the
collector tanks to the engine fuel control unit. Within the wing tank are electric boost pumps,
transfer ejector pumps, and delivery ejector pumps. From the wing tank the fuel flows through a
fuel filter, maintenance and firewall shutoff valves, an air separator, a low pressure engine
driven pump, an oil/fuel heat exchanger, and a high pressure engine driven pump to the fuel
control unit.
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OPERATION
During normal operation with the engine running, fuel is transferred from the wings to the
engine by a motive flow system. Fuel under pressure from the low pressure engine driven
pump is returned to the wings to provide motive flow through the transfer ejector pump and the
delivery ejector pump. The transfer ejector pump transfers fuel from the wing tank to the
collector tank. The left and right wing delivery ejector pumps transfer fuel to a common
manifold. Fuel then flows through the maintenance shutoff valve and the fuel filter. The fuel
filter incorporates a bypass valve in case the filter becomes blocked, and a spring loaded drain
valve. Fuel is then directed into the air separator. The air separator passes air in the fuel
system to the vent return line and incorporates the fuel low pressure switch. The fuel then
passes through the firewall shutoff valve to the low pressure engine driven fuel pump. The
firewall shutoff valve is mechanically connected to the FUEL EMERG SHUT-OFF handle in the
cockpit. The low pressure engine driven fuel pump includes a pressure relief valve that
maintains a fuel pump outlet pressure of 43.5 psi (3 bar). A bypass valve allows for fuel flow
around the engine driven fuel pump in the event of a fuel pump failure.
An electric boost pump, located within each collector tank, provides fuel pressure during engine
start and is used to maintain system pressure when required. Each boost pump LH and RH is
controlled by a two position (ON or AUTO) switch located on the FUEL PUMPS section of the
overhead panel. When the switch is pressed the system toggles between AUTO and ON an
arrow symbol in the switch is annunciated to show which selection is made. When set to ON,
the boost pump will operate continuously and a green LFUEL PUMP or RFUEL PUMP caption
on the CAWS is illuminated. This indicates that the applicable fuel boost pumps are operating.
With the switch set to AUTO (the normal operating setting), the boost pump will operate
automatically whenever fuel system pressure falls below 2 psi (0.14 bar). The boost pump will
shutoff automatically 10 seconds after the fuel system pressure reaches 3.5 psi (0.24 bar). A
boost pump is capable of supplying the engine in case the low pressure pump fails.
The green PUMP captions indicate that the electric booster pumps have been selected to ON,
by the overhead panel switches or by the automatic fuel balancing or due to low fuel pressure.
The green PUMP captions do not confirm correct pump operation.
Fuel supply greater than engine demand is returned from the fuel control unit to the vent bays.
Refer to Engine Fuel System, this section, for engine fuel supply.
Fuel symmetry is automatically maintained by a Fuel Balancing Device when the Fuel Pump
switches are set to AUTO. Left and right fuel quantities are monitored to detect fuel asymmetry
exceeding 5% of each wing total fuel capacity (approximately 10.5 US gallons, 2 LCD
segments) and will activate the fuel boost pump in the tank with the higher quantity. Fuel
booster pump activation is delayed one minute to avoid pump cycling during flight in
turbulence. The fuel boost pump will continue to operate until the left and right fuel levels are
sensed to be equal. Automatic activation of the fuel boost pumps will only occur when the
condition lever is out of the CUT-OFF position. To cater for refueling errors, up to 40 gallons
(150 liters), up to 6 LCD segments will be automatically handled by the automatic fuel balance
system. In the event of a system failure, the fuel load symmetry can be maintained by manually
selecting the Fuel Pump switch to ON for the fuel tank with the higher quantity until a balanced
fuel condition is restored and then turning OFF the fuel boost pump. During normal operation
the pilot should monitor the fuel quantity gauges to verify that the Fuel Balancing Device is
operating properly.
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Normal system operation is indicated by the left and right fuel quantity gauges remaining within
2 LCD segments of each other. (When a difference of 3 LCD segments is observed, the fuel
boost pump for the tank with the higher quantity should be turned ON until the quantities are
even. Monitor the fuel quantity gauges for fuel symmetry for the remainder of the flight.)
INDICATION/WARNING
Each wing tank contains four capacitance type fuel quantity probes that are connected to the
EIS.
Power for the fuel analog indications is taken from the BATTERY BUS. Fuel level switches in
the collector and main tanks powered from the GEN 1 BUS and BATTERY BUS, cause the
CAWS captions to illuminate at low fuel levels. A fuel flow sensor located forward of the FCU
sends a signal to the EIS to indicate fuel flow in lbs per hour. The EIS calculates and displays
fuel quantity, fuel remaining and endurance. The fuel flow indication requires power from
Engine Acquisition Unit. A Fuel Reset switch is used to re-datum the total fuel quantity and fuel
used value of the totalizer function after each time fuel is added to the wing tanks. These
values are stored in non-volatile memory when power is removed. To reset the totalizer,
momentarily press the Fuel Reset switch after engine start. Verify that the fuel quantity
indication increases to the new fuel quantity and the fuel used indication is reset to zero. Refer
to Engine Instrument System, this section, for additional information.
The CAWS captions that indicate fuel system status are:
L FUEL PUMP,
R FUEL PUMP
L FUEL LOW,
R FUEL LOW
FUEL PRESS
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CAWS
1
BATTERY
BUS
CAWS
2
CAWS
L FUEL
LOW
R FUEL
LOW
LEFT FUEL
TANK
QUANTITY
PROBES
RIGHT FUEL
TANK
QUANTITY
PROBES
GEN 1
BUS
FUEL FLOW
TRANSMITTER
ENGINE
ACQUISITION
AND DISPLAY
UNIT
FUEL RESET
SWITCH
RIGHT
FUEL
FUEL
QUANTITY FLOW
120072
TOTAL
LEFT
FUEL
FUEL
FUEL QUANTITY
USED
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LEFT
FUEL
BOOST
PUMP
LEFT
FUEL
QUANTITY
PROBES
RIGHT
FUEL
QUANTITY
PROBES
BAT
BUS
RIGHT
FUEL
BOOST
PUMP
INTERMEDIATE DEVICE(S)
FUEL BALANCING DEVICE
CAWS
1
CAWS
CAWS
L FUEL
PUMP
CAWS
R FUEL
PUMP
FUEL PRESS
LOW FUEL
PRESSURE
SWITCH
P
LEFT FUEL
PUMP RELAY
RIGHT FUEL
PUMP RELAY
BAT
BUS
GEN 1
BUS
GR/FLT
IDLE
FUEL
PUMP
LH
CUT
OFF
CONDITION
LEVER
SWITCH
FUEL
PUMP
RH
GEN 1
BUS
STARTER
RELAY
LEFT
BOOST
PUMP
SWITCH
FUEL
CONT
AUTO
RIGHT
BOOST
PUMP
SWITCH
+
AUTO
AUTOMATIC
ENGAGING
RELAY
ON
120031
ON
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FUEL PUMPS
LH
RH
ON
AUTO
11 12
10
9 ITT
8
o
7 x 100 C
6
5 4
TRQ
PS x10
1 0
KG FUEL LBS
RPM
NP
9 10 11
NG
8
7
6 %RPMx10
4
2 0
FUEL QTY
F F
QTY
3 3
OVERHEAD PANEL
OAT
2 2
FL/H
1 1
ENDUR
USED
L 0 0 R
x 1/4
FUEL
QUANTITY
INDICATORS
GEN 1
GEN 2
DC A
DC A
DC V
DC V
DATE
TIME
ENG OIL
12 20
8
15
10
4 5
o
STORE
FUEL
RESET
C 0 0 PSI
x 10
MENU
TEST
STORE
CHIP
ENGINE
INSTRUMENT
DISPLAY UNIT
FUEL
RESET
SWITCH
FUEL PRESS
L FUEL LOW
R FUEL LOW
L FUEL PUMP
R FUEL PUMP
120171
CAWS
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ELECTRICAL
GENERAL
The electrical 28 VDC system, consists of the following power sources:
An external power socket permits DC power to be provided from a ground power unit. In the
event of system failures, automatic switching and load shedding takes place to reduce pilot
work load.
Two static inverters provide 26 VAC 400 Hz synchro references for certain avionics equipment.
DESCRIPTION
POWER SUPPLIES
When the engine is running, Generator 1 is the main source of power. It is capable of supplying
the full aircraft electrical load. Generator 1 is also the engine starter motor. If the engine
STARTER switch is selected ON; GEN 1 is automatically switched OFF.
Generator 2 is a secondary power supply which, in normal operation, supplies only the GEN 2
BUS (and charges the second battery - if installed). If GEN 1 fails, the GEN 2 ensures essential
services are supplied, but it is unable to supply the full electrical load.
The battery (two batteries - if installed) provides power for starting the engine and, in case of an
engine or double generator failure, it will supply essential electrical systems for 20 minutes if
the load is reduced below 60 amps or 30 minutes if the load is below 50 amps. (When two
batteries are installed they will supply essential electrical systems for 40 minutes if the load is
reduced below 60 amps or 60 minutes if the load is below 50 amps).
On ground the DC system can be powered by an external power unit which is connected under
the rear fuselage left side. When external power is connected to the battery, GEN 1 and GEN
2 relays remain open, preventing a direct connection between the external and airplane power
sources. When the external power supply is connected to the aircraft an AVAIL caption to the
right of the EXT PWR switch on the overhead panel is illuminated to show that external power
is available. At this time, all panel text, indicators and LEDs will be on bright and the
annunciators in the pushbutton switches will indicate the position of the switch To apply
external power to the aircraft electrical system, the EXT PWR switch must be selected to EXT
PWR. When the EXT PWR switch is set to EXT PWR, an ON caption to the right of the EXT
PWR switch is illuminated. An external power control unit is installed which will disconnect the
external power unit if the output voltage goes above 29.5 VDC or below 23 VDC.
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CAUTION
THE GPU MUST BE CAPABLE OF PROVIDING A MINIMUM
OF 500 AMPS FOR ALL SYSTEMS TO BE OPERATED
CONTINUOUSLY AND 1,000 AMPS IF ENGINE STARTER
OPERATION IS REQUIRED.
BUS BARS
The DC power sources distribute the power via an interconnected system of BUS BARS.
The BATTERY BUS, the GEN 1 BUS and the GEN 2 BUS are connected to their respective
power sources through the BAT relay, the GEN 1 relay and the GEN 2 relay, each relay being
controlled by a switch on the cockpit overhead panel.
The AVIONIC 1 BUS is connected to the main battery line and the AVIONIC 2 BUS is
connected to the main GEN 1 line through relays controlled by switches on the overhead panel.
The NON ESSENTIAL BUS is connected to the main battery line through an automatic load
shedding device.
BUS TIE INTERLOCK
To permit both generators to charge the battery (two batteries - if installed) and supply all
electrical services, GEN 1 is connected to the BAT BUS via the BUS TIE and GEN 2 to the
BAT BUS via the GEN 2 TIE. The two BUS TIES have an automatic interlock.
When the engine is running and both generators are on line, the BUS TIE is closed and the
GEN 2 TIE is open. GEN 1 then supplies the GEN 1 and BAT busses and charges the battery.
GEN 2 supplies only GEN 2 BUS and charges the second battery (if installed).
When both generators are off line (engine off or double generator failure), both the BUS TIE
and GEN 2 TIE will close, allowing the battery (two batteries - if installed) or external power unit
to supply all BUS bars.
If GEN 1 stops supplying power to the main battery line (GEN 1 fail or BUS TIE open), the GEN
2 TIE will close connecting GEN 2 (and the second battery - if installed) to the main battery line.
NON ESSENTIAL BUS
To protect GEN 2 from overload, the NON ESSENTIAL BUS is provided with an automatic load
shedding device which operates when its selector switch is in the AUTO position.
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If it is required to operate services on the NON ESSENTIAL BUS from either the battery or
GEN 2 with no GEN 1 on line, set the bus selector switch to OVRD (override) to reconnect the
bus to the main battery line.
CAUTION
MAXIMUM PERMITTED CONTINUOUS LOAD FROM
GENERATOR 2 IS 115 AMPS. ABOVE 115 AMPS,
GENERATOR 2 VOLTAGE WILL PROGRESSIVELY
DECREASE AND THE BATTERY WILL DISCHARGE.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The COOLING, ELECTRICAL HEATING, HYDRAULIC and FLAP systems are all high current
consuming systems which are connected directly to the main battery line. The electrical power
circuit breakers for these systems are not accessible to the pilot (under cabin floor). The
control circuits for the COOLING, ELECTRIC HEATING and HYDRAULIC (landing gear)
systems are on the NON ESSENTIAL BUS.
Circuits supplied from the BUS BARS have circuit breakers on color coded panels on the left
and right cockpit walls (see Figure 7-13). The BAT and AVIONIC 1 BUS are green, the GEN 1
and AVIONIC 2 BUS are blue, the GEN 2 BUS is yellow, and the NON ESSENTIAL and AC
busses are white.
Both the BUS TIE and the GEN 2 TIE are overcurrent protection devices which open
automatically if the current through them is excessive to protect power supplies and circuits.
The BUS TIE open automatically when the continuous current exceeds 220 amps and the GEN
2 TIE opens with a continuous 145 amps. Both TIES can be opened manually and reset, if
required, by pulling or pushing the control circuit CBs on the overhead panel.
AC POWER
AC power (26 V) is provided by a dual static inverter. The inverter contains the No. 1 inverter
and the No. 2 inverter. The No. 1 inverter is powered from the BAT BUS, the No. 2 inverter is
powered from the GEN 1 BUS. The selector switch is on the overhead panel. When the inverter
selector switch is set to GEN 1, AC power is supplied from the No 1 inverter, when the switch is
set to BATT, AC power is supplied from the No 2 inverter. AC power is only used for synchro
references for the avionics systems.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Overhead Panel
The electrical system is controlled from the ELECTRICAL POWER MANAGEMENT section of
the overhead panel. The overhead panel has:
Control relay circuit breakers for BUS TIE and GEN 2 TIE
Battery overheat (BAT HOT) indicator (two if second battery installed)
AMP/VDC indicator (two if second battery installed)
Five Bus status indicators
Battery on/off line indicator (two if second battery installed)
The guarded MASTER POWER EMERGENCY OFF switch enables all electrical power to be
switched off.
On the latest overhead panel, the GEN 1, GEN 2, BAT 1, BAT 2 (if installed), AV1 and AV 2
switches are locking type switches. These switches must be pulled out before they can be
moved from the on position.
The STBY BUS switch is a two position switch, when the switch is set to STBY BUS power is
provided to the standby busbar, without the battery or external power circuits being on. A blue
illuminated ON caption next to the switch comes on when the STBY BUS is selected. Power is
supplied to the overhead panel, this enables the positions of the panel switches to be
monitored before power is applied. The systems connected to the Standby Busbar are:
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The INV switch is a two position switch GEN 1 or BATT. When the switch is set to GEN 1 the
26 VAC 400 Hz is supplied by the No 1 Inverter, when the switch is set to BATT the 26 VAC
400 Hz is supplied from the No 2 inverter.
The five bus status indicators illuminate red to show when a BUS BAR is not powered. The two
battery on/off line indicators illuminate red to show when the batteries are off line.
The BATT 1 (and BATT 2 if installed) AMP/VDC indicators are in the ELECTRICAL POWER
MANAGEMENT section of the overhead panel. The BATT 1 (and BATT 2 if installed) indicators
show the voltage and current of the relevant battery. A positive BAT current indicates battery
charging rate.
With NiCad batteries installed, a BAT HOT red indicator for each battery will illuminate to show
if the internal temperature of a battery becomes excessive. These indicators are linked to the
BAT HOT amber caption on the CAWS. If this caption comes on, the overhead panel battery
over-temperature indicators should be checked to determine which battery is at fault before
taking the appropriate action. This option does not operate with lead acid batteries installed.
The overhead panel provides monitoring of the battery voltage and current. Three conditions
will result in warning and caution outputs to the CAWS. These conditions are:
A decrease of battery voltage below 22.0 VDC (after a 3 sec. Delay) will give a
CAWS ESNTL BUS warning and the applicable display will flash
An increase of battery voltage above 29.6 VDC will give a CAWS BATTERY
caution and the applicable display will flash
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12204
MASTER POWER
SWITCH
GEN 2 SWITCH
GEN 1 SWITCH
STBY BUS
SWITCH
BATT 2 SWITCH
(IF INSTALLED)
GEN 2 GCU
+ 28V DC
GEN 1 GCU
No 2 GEN
No 1 GEN
AV 1 BUS
BATT 2
BATT 1
BATT 1 RELAY
BATT 2 RELAY
GEN 1 RELAY
GEN 2 RELAY
BATT 1 SWITCH
+
+
+
+
+ 28V DC
+ 28V DC
+ 28V DC
+ 28V DC
+ 28V DC
GEN 2 BUS
GEN 1 BUS
STANDBY BUS
POWERLINE BUS
BATT BUS
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Figure 7-13. Electrical Power System (Typical Left Circuit Breaker Panels)
(Sheet 5 of 7)
Issued: March 30, 2001
Revision 2: February 28, 2005
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Figure 7-13. Electrical Power System (Typical Right Circuit Breaker Panels)
(Sheet 6 of 7)
Report No: 02211
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INV 1
INV 2
DUAL INVERTER
ON/OFF
26V AC OUT
AC COMMON
INVERTER 2
AC COMMON
26V AC OUT
ON/OFF
INVERTER 1
INVERTER
MASTER
RELAY
CAWS
26V AC BUS
INVERTER
ELECTRICAL POWER
MANAGEMENT PANEL
INV SWITCH
GEN 1
120225
BATT
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OPERATION
Before applying electrical power to the aircraft, set the STBY BUS switch to the STBY BUS
position and check the overhead panel switch positions to ensure that all electrical services are
off, the NON ESS bus selector is set to AUTO, and the red bus status indicators are illuminated
to show that no busbars are powered. Applying external power to the socket causes the AVAIL
annunciator on the overhead panel to illuminate and the red bus status indicators stay
illuminated to show that no busbars are powered.
Turning the batteries ON will then cause the BATT 1, GEN 1 and GEN 2 bus status indicators
to extinguish. Battery volts can be checked on the overhead panel. If external power is
required, selecting the EXT PWR switch ON, will apply external power to the system. If no
external power is used and services from the NON ESSENTIAL BUS are required, select the
NON ESS switch to OVRD.
CAUTION
WHEN OVRD ON IS SELECTED MONITOR BATTERY AMPS
AND VOLTS AS IT IS POSSIBLE TO RAPIDLY DISCHARGE
THE BATTERY COMPLETELY WITH HIGH CURRENT
CONSUMING SERVICES.
CAUTION
AFTER ENGINE START, SELECT GEN 1 ON BEFORE GEN
2. IF GEN 2 IS SELECTED FIRST, THE HIGH BATTERY
CHARGE CURRENT MAY CAUSE THE GEN 2 TIE TO OPEN
DUE TO CURRENT OVERLOAD.
After engine start, selecting GEN 1 ON will cause the GEN 1 OFF CAWS caption to extinguish,
the GEN 1 relay will close allowing GEN 1 to supply the GEN 1, BATTERY, and GEN 2 bus
bars. GEN 1 charges the two batteries. Selecting GEN 2 will cause the GEN 2 TIE to open.
GEN 2 then supplies the GEN 2 BUS and charges the second battery. GEN 1 supplies all the
other busses. Disconnecting the external power from the airplane will cause the overhead
panel green AVAIL indicator to extinguish.
The output voltages and load of the GEN 1 and GEN 2 may be observed from the V/A meters
on the EIS. The voltage and load or charging current of both batteries may be observed on the
BATT 1, BATT 2 V/A meters on the overhead panel.
Selecting AV 1 and 2 switches to ON applies power to the AVIONICS busses and extinguishes
their red status indicators. It is not significant which inverter is selected, as long as the amber
INVERTER caption on the CAWS is not illuminated. At this time the STBY BUS switch should
be set to the off position.
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AMBER CAUTION
N ESNTL BUS
BAT OFF
GEN 1 OFF
GEN 2 OFF
BUS TIE
INVERTER
BAT HOT
BATTERY
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LIGHTING
INTERIOR
Cockpit lighting consists of internally lit cockpit instruments, glareshield mounted floodlights,
control wheel reading lights, and a dome light. Light intensity is controlled by switches and
reostats located at the aft end of the center console. Separate intensity control of the pilot,
copilot, and center console panels is provided. The overhead and side panel intensity is
controlled with the center console switches. The overhead dome light can be set to two preset
intensities of 50% or 100% brightness. The advisory lights are on a fixed dim circuit. The map
light on each control wheel is controlled by separate rheostat.
NOTE
Cockpit/cabin curtain must be installed and closed during night
flight to prevent glare and reflection in the cockpit area.
A switch located on the forward edge of the cabin door (accessible when open) will activate a
timer for the cockpit overhead dome light. When pressed the dome light will on for 45 seconds
to facilitate night preflight boarding.
A vestibule light illuminates the cabin airstairs and the baggage area has an overhead light.
The main cabin is equipped with an overhead flood light system that can be set to 50% or
100% brightness as selected by the cockpit switch. Individual reading lights are provided for
each passenger seat and are controlled by a switch in the cockpit and by a switch near each
seat.
MSN 501 & UP and Post SB 33-007 have an additional light in the baggage compartment. It is
operated by a push switch installed on the bulkhead trim adjacent to the cargo door. The light
stays on for five minutes when the switch is pushed. For continued lighting the switch must be
pushed again.
EXTERIOR
Exterior lighting consists of a position and strobe light on each wing tip, a white position light on
the tail, a landing light on each main landing gear, a taxi light on the nose landing gear, and a
wing inspection light mounted in the left fuselage forward of the cabin door. These lights are
controlled by switches located on the EXTERNAL LIGHTS section of the overhead panel.
When the switch is set to the on position, an ON annunciator in the switch is illuminated.
Red flashing beacon lights are installed on the top of the horizontal stabilizer fairing and on the
lower center fuselage. They give recognition during ground operation and additional anticollision protection in flight. The lights are controlled by a BEACON switch located on the
EXTERNAL LIGHTS section of the overhead panel. When the switch is set to the on position,
an ON annunciator in the switch is illuminated. Power for the lights is supplied from the battery
bus through the RED BEACON circuit breaker.
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RECOGNITION LIGHTS
Optional recognition lights and power supply units are installed in the left and right forward
outer flap fairings. They provide forward illumination during taxiing and enhance the conspicuity
of the aircraft in the traffic pattern or enroute. The lights are controlled by a switch located on
the EXTERNAL LIGHTS section of the overhead panel. When the switch is set to the on
position, an ON annunciator in the switch is illuminated. Power for the lights is supplied from
the generator 1 bus through the RECOG LIGHT circuit breaker.
Optional pulse recognition lights are installed in the left and right forward outer flap fairings.
They provide forward illumination during taxiing and enhance the conspicuity of the aircraft in
the traffic pattern or enroute. The lights are controlled by a switch located on the EXTERNAL
LIGHTS section of the overhead panel and a RECOG NORMAL/PULSE switch located on the
pilot side crossbar panel. When the overhead panel switch is set to ON and the crossbar panel
switch is set to the NORMAL position the lights illuminate continuously. When set to PULSE
the lights illuminate alternately left and right approximately 45 times per minute. Power for the
light control unit is supplied from the generator 1 bus through the RECOG CNTL circuit
breaker.
If the aircraft is fitted with collision avoidance, the pulse recognition lights will automatically
pulse when the strobe lights are powered and a Traffic alert signal is received.
LOGO LIGHTS
Optional logo lights can be installed under each side of the horizontal stabilizer. They provide
illumination of the vertical stabilizer to show the owners logo. The lights are controlled by a
switch located on the EXTERNAL LIGHTS section of the overhead panel. When the switch is
set to the on position, an ON annunciator in the switch is illuminated. Power for the lights is
supplied from the battery bus through the LOGO LIGHTS circuit breaker, which is installed in
the rear fuselage. Each logo light has two filaments, if the battery is the only power source one
filament in each light will illuminate. When the Generator 1 is on-line all four filaments will
illuminate. If the Generator 1 fails in flight, two filaments are automatically switched off. The
remaining two filaments should be switched off manually. Avoid prolonged use of the logo
lights when the aircraft is on the ground without external power.
DUAL NAVIGATION LIGHTS
Optional or Post SB 33-009 dual bulb navigation lights can be installed in place of the standard
lights. The lights are controlled by an electronic switch unit installed adjacent to each
navigation light assembly. When the EXTERNAL LIGHTS NAV switch is set to ON the
electronic switch units start a 4.5 minute test sequence. During this time, the bulbs are
alternatively on for approx. 1.5 seconds each. This gives sufficient time to check that all the
bulbs are serviceable. If only one bulb is flashing, this indicates that the other bulb is broken
and should be replaced at the next opportunity. After the test sequence is completed the
secondary bulb will go off. It will only come on again if the primary bulb fails. Each lamp unit
has a thermal protection fuse which, if a failure condition occurs and the two bulbs come on,
will open after six minutes and make the second bulb go off.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEM
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-14, Environmental Control System, for system layout.
The Environmental Control System (ECS) is designed to take engine bleed air, reduce its
temperature to that desired, and deliver it to the cabin air distribution system for pressurization
and ventilation. The ECS consists of an air cycle system, a distribution system, and a control
system. The air cycle system cools a portion of the bleed air and then mixes it with hot bleed
air to provide the correct temperature. A firewall shutoff valve can be closed to prevent
contaminated air from entering the cabin in the event of an engine compartment fire.
DESCRIPTION
The air cycle system consists of a flow control venturi, a heat exchanger, a cooling turbine, a
temperature control valve, a water separator, P3 shutoff valve, a system main shutoff valve,
and associated non return valves and control sensors.
The flow control venturi is sized to regulate flow and pressure.
The heat exchanger is an aluminum single pass, crossflow, plate and fin unit. The unit includes
one charge air tap to assist the injection of water into the heat exchanger coolant intake. The
evaporation of the water on contact with the heat exchanger surface increases the efficiency of
the unit.
The cooling turbine is a ball bearing turbo fan and consists of a radial turbine in a stainless
steel assembly coupled to an axial flow fan. The turbine casing incorporates a containment
ring.
The Temperature Control Valve is three ported consisting of one inlet and two outlets and
driven by a 28 VDC actuator. The valve body and rotating drum are aluminum. The actuator
has gearing, limit switches, and magnetic brake to control the reversible series wound motor.
The water separator consists of an aluminum shell containing a coalescor and its support. The
coalescor collects moisture from the passing air and forms large droplets which then enter a
swirl section, where they are removed by centrifugal force. The separator has a spring loaded
poppet valve which allows air to bypass the unit in the event of the coalescor becoming
blocked.
The P3 shutoff valve is solenoid operated and allows automatic selection between P3 and P2.5
compressor stages depending on flight condition to maintain the pressure schedule required for
cabin pressurization.
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A Firewall Shutoff Valve enables isolation of the system in emergency conditions such as an
engine fire. Operation of the Firewall Shutoff Valve also opens a ram air scoop on the right
fuselage underside which introduces ambient ventilation air through the distribution system.
This is used in the event of smoke in the cockpit or cabin.
CAUTION
DUE TO THE COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
ENGINE COWLING AND THE POSSIBILITY OF TOXIC
GASES, THE AIRPLANE ECS MUST BE SHUTOFF WHEN A
FIRE CONDITION IS SUSPECTED.
OPERATION
Air is drawn from the P2.5 and P3 compressor bleed ports on the engine casing. This consists
of a single port in the case of the P2.5 connection and two diametrically opposed ports for the
P3 connections. The bleed air will be taken exclusively from the P2.5 port during normal
operation. However, when the engine is at idle there is insufficient pressure to maintain cabin
pressurization. When the P2.5 bleed air pressure falls below a specific value, a pressure
sensor in the bleed air ducting opens the P3 shutoff valve. This creates a back pressure on the
non-return valve at the P2.5 port and closes the valve to shut off the P2.5 bleed. The bleed air
then passes through the Primary Shutoff Valve and the Flow control venturi, which is sized to
regulate the bleed air flow rate and pressure.
The air then passes on to the Temperature Control Valve (TCV). At the TCV the bleed air splits
where variable amounts are either supplied to the Heat Exchanger or to a mix point
downstream of the Cooling Turbine .
The heat exchanger is cooled by ambient air drawn from a NACA intake in the airplane skin.
Cooling airflow is provided by the Heat Exchanger Coolant Fan located downstream of the heat
exchanger.
From the heat exchanger, the bleed air is passed to the Cooling Turbine. As the bleed air
passes through the Cooling Turbine, its pressure is reduced to delivery pressure and its
temperature is, in many cases, close to 0C. The energy extracted from the bleed air is used to
power the Heat Exchanger Coolant Fan which is mechanically linked to the turbine by a shaft.
The duct downstream of the turbine is the mixing duct where the now-cooled turbine exhaust
air is mixed with un-cooled bleed air directed from the other port of the TCV. The mixing
proportions are controlled by the TCV. The TCV is an electrically operated three port valve with
one inlet and two outlet ports. Depending on the selected temperature the TCV modulates to
either pass air through or bypass the Heat Exchanger and Cooling Turbine. The TCV operation
is controlled by the Temperature Control System.
The Temperature Control System has two modes of operation as selected on the Auto/Manual
switch. In the Auto mode, TCV operation is controlled by electrical signals from a cabin
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temperature sensor, located on the cabin headliner, to maintain the selected temperature
between 18C and 30C. The TCV will move to allow more bleed air to bypass the Cooling
Turbine if the cabin temperature is less than desired. Conversely it will move to pass more air
through the Heat Exchanger and Cooling Turbine if the temperature is greater than desired.
The temperature of the duct downstream is monitored by a temperature sensor and will limit
the movement of the TCV as required to keep the duct temperature within the maximum and
minimum temperature limits. In the Manual mode, a separate switch marked HOT and COLD
directly controls the position of the TCV.
CAUTION
WHEN OPERATING IN THE MANUAL MODE THE SYSTEM
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE LIMITS ARE
DISABLED AND THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING
THE SYSTEM BY SETTING OUTLET TEMPERATURES
OUTSIDE THESE LIMITS. THE MANUAL MODE SHOULD
THEREFORE ONLY BE USED WHEN IT IS NOT POSSIBLE
TO CONTROL THE ECS AIR OUTLET TEMPERATURE
USING THE AUTOMATIC MODE.
From the mixing duct the conditioned air passes through a water separator. Moisture is
removed from the conditioned air and drawn to the heat exchanger and sprayed into the heat
exchanger intake. The conditioned air passes through the Firewall Shutoff Valve and the nonreturn valves to the cabin for distribution. The non-return valves prevent sudden
depressurization in the event of a loss of cabin air supply.
The air enters a small plenum where it is distributed to the cockpit and the cabin. Cockpit air is
directed to adjustable outlets at the crews feet and adjustable outlets adjacent to the instrument
panel. Air to the cabin is introduced through fixed outlets placed at floor level along both sides
of the cabin.
The ECS will automatically shut down when the engine starter is activated.
INDICATION/WARNING
Cabin air temperature is displayed on the center console forward of the engine power controls.
Overpressure and overtemperature switches are installed to monitor the system. If pressures
greater than 40 psi are sensed in the bleed air line downstream of the Flow control venturi,
temperatures greater than 290C in the bleed line upstream of the Primary Shutoff Valve,
temperatures greater than 105C are sensed in the air line downstream of the water separator,
or if the Firewall Shutoff Valve is closed, the ECS will automatically shutdown. The ECS
caution will illuminate and an aural gong will be heard when the ECS is automatically
shutdown. Post SB 21-007 and MSN 611 and UP. The ECS caution will also illuminate when
the ECS switch is in the OFF position.
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HEATING SYSTEM
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-14, Environmental Control System, for the system layout.
The PC12 is equipped with an auxiliary electrical heating system, which is used to supplement
the air cycle system during prolonged low temperature operations such as cruise at high
altitude. It can also be used for pre-heating the cabin on the ground.
DESCRIPTION
The system comprises two 28 VDC heating units each equipped with a 75 mm mixed flow fan.
Each unit is cylindrical in form and contains two heating elements producing 1.625 kW/unit.
The system therefore produces 3.25kW in addition to that of the air cycle system. The units are
situated under the cabin floor, one is dedicated to heating the cabin and the other to heating
the under floor avionics bay. The cabin heater is supplied 28 VDC power by the GEN 1 bus and
the under floor heater is supplied by the GEN 2 bus.
The under floor heater is located between frames 21 and 22. The fan scavenges its air supply
from the general under floor zone, through a wire mesh inlet grill, and passes it over the
heating element where its temperature is raised. The air is then distributed along the length of
the under floor avionics bay by way of a longitudinal distribution duct.
The cabin heater is located between frames 29 and 30. The fan draws its air supply from the
cabin, through a grill in the rear floor step. The heated air is then ducted directly to the ECS
distribution duct in the cabin sidewall and augments the ECS airflow. The airflow created by the
cabin heater is effective in equalizing the temperature throughout the cabin.
Both heater units are equipped with an internal thermal protection system, which isolates the
heater when the element temperature overheats. In the event of an over heat, the fans
continue to run and the relevant CABIN or U/F HEATER circuit breaker, located in the rear left
circuit breaker panel on the pilots side, will trip. The heater will remain isolated until the
temperature falls within the heater allowing the circuit breaker to be reset by the pilot.
The power for the heater element circuits is interrupted when the hydraulic pump or cooling
system (VCCS) is operating. The under floor fan continues to run, the cabin fan is inhibited.
This minimizes generator accessory loads during continuous normal operation and prevents
generator overload.
The heating capacity of the system is reduced while the engine is operating at P3 bleed in
flight. The cabin heater and fan are inhibited while airborne and P3 bleed is extracted, the
under floor heater and fan remain operating. While on the ground (WOW valid) the cabin heater
and fan continue to operate when P3 is extracted. During engine start and for 10 seconds
following engine start both heaters and fans are inhibited.
The function of the power inhibits are fully automatic and require no pilot input. Thermal
protection, once tripped, will require pilot action to reset.
Issued: March 30, 2001
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AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
The Auxiliary heating system is controlled by a combination of the ECS switch, situated on
co-pilots lower left panel to the left of the pilots control yoke and the CABIN switch on
HEATING section of the overhead panel. Selecting the ECS switch to AUTO or MANUAL
automatically enable the under floor heater. Selecting the CABIN switch to ON will enable
cabin heater.
the
the
will
the
When selected, both heater elements are automatically controlled by temperature sensors
located in the under floor and the rear cabin. The sensor outputs are processed along with pilot
inputs, power supply condition inputs and heater thermal safety switch condition to enable or
inhibit the heater and fan functions.
With the ECS switch selected to AUTO, the under floor fan runs continuously and the heater
element is switched on when the under floor sensor reads below + 5C and is switched off
above + 11C. The cabin fan runs continuously when the CABIN switch is selected to ON and
the heater element is switched at +/- 1C about a nominal cabin temperature of 24C. This
switching temperature can be adjusted from 21C to 27C by using the HEAT CAB
potentiometer located in the maintenance panel. It is recommended that the potentiometer be
normally set to the mid (24C) position.
Both heaters and fans can be operated independently of the ECS bleed air system for preheating the aircraft before engine start when required. Switching the CABIN switch to ON will
select both heaters on when the aircraft is connected to a 28 VDC external power supply.
There are no special operating procedures for the system. Temperature control of the cabin is
principally a function of the air cycle system (ECS). The CABIN TEMP display on the center
console gives an indication of the cabin air temperature. It is recommended that the CABIN
switch be kept ON and the ECS TEMPERATURE control be used to adjust the cabin
temperature. With the cabin heater operating, the recommended ECS TEMPERATURE control
settings, based on the IOAT, are:
- 20C IOAT, set the control to the mid (12 o-clock) position
- 40C IOAT, set the control to the MAX (hot) position
INDICATION/WARNING
System function may be monitored on the GEN 1 AMP and GEN 2 DC A indication on the EIS
Display Unit.
When CABIN HEATING is selected ON the GEN 1 output will increase by approximately 60
amps. The under floor heater can be checked by monitoring the GEN 2 output. A reading of
more than 50 amps indicates that the heater is on.
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FOOT WARMER SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
DESCRIPTION
The foot warmer system (when installed) comprises a 28 VDC 1kW heater installed forward
above the cockpit floor. Ducting connects the heater to foot outlets at the pilot and copilot
position. A FOOT heater switch is installed on the HEATING section of the overhead panel. It
has the positions ON and off. When the switch is in the ON position an ON annunciator in the
switch is illuminated. Power supplies are 28 VDC from the powerline to the heater relay and
from the non essential bus through the FOOT WARMER circuit breaker to the switch.
OPERATION
The foot warmer system operates from the aircraft electrical power or from external power.
When the FOOT heater switch is set to ON, 28 VDC is supplied to the heater relay. The relay is
energized and the heater and fan operates. The heated air is sent by the fan to the pilot and
copilot foot outlets. If the temperature of the heater becomes too high the thermal protection
switch operates and de-energizes the heater relay.
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ENGINE
P 2.5 BLEED
P 3 BLEED
LOW PRESSURE
NON-RETURN
VALVE
PNEUMATIC
SERVICES
BLEED CHANGE-OVER
PRESSURE SWITCH
(43 / 36 PSI)
KEY
HIGH PRESSURE
BLEED AIR
VENTURI
LOW PRESSURE
HIGH PRESSURE
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
OVERPRESSURE
SWITCH 40 PSI
AIR
INLET
WATER
SPRAY
FIREWALL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL VALVE
HEAT
EXCHANGER
COOLING
TURBINE
DUCT TEMP
SENSOR
AIRFLOW
ECS
WATER
SEPARATOR
FAN
FIREWALL
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
DUCT
OVERTEMP
SWITCH
105C
120102
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
AND CONTROLLER
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CONDITIONED AIR
SUPPLIED FROM ECS
FOOT WARMER
OPTION AND
FIREWALL
SHUTOFF VALVE
FOOT
OUTLET
FOOT
OUTLET
FOOT OUTLET
OPEN/CLOSED
LEVER
FOOT OUTLET
OPEN/CLOSED
LEVER
PANEL
OUTLET
PANEL
OUTLET
EMERGENCY RAM
AIR INLET
PLENUM
CHAMBER
NON-RETURN
VALVE
PAX
DOOR
CABIN SIDEWALL
DISTRIBUTION
DUCT LEFT
CABIN SIDEWALL
DISTRIBUTION
DUCT RIGHT
U/F HEATER
U/FLOOR
DISTRIBUTION
DUCT
CABIN HEATER
INLET FROM
CABIN
120153
FLOOR STEP
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CABIN
PRESS
DUMP
ECS
MAN
HEATING
CABIN
FOOT
ON
ON
AUTO
OFF
AUTO
TEMPERATURE
HOT
OVERHEAD PANEL
MAN
COLD
HOT
COLD
COPILOT'S LOWER
LEFT PANEL
+
CABIN TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR (C)
HEAT
CAB
MIN
MAX
MAINTENANCE PANEL
ECS
ECS
CAWS
EMERG
SHUT OFF
ECS FIREWALL
SHUTOFF VALVE
120176
PULL
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COOLING SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
GENERAL
The Vapor Cycle Cooling System (VCCS) (when installed) is designed to operate on the
ground from a 28 VDC power cart or aircraft electrical power when the engine is operating. The
electric motor driven system provides a means of precooling cockpit and cabin areas prior to
and during passenger boarding, providing comfort prior to engine start.
The system may be operated during ground operations and up to an altitude of 25,000 feet.
This type of system removes a large percentage of the moisture as well as dust and pollen
particles from the cabin air.
DESCRIPTION
Refer to Figure 7-15, Vapor Cycle Cooling System.
A refrigerant gas is the media which absorbs heat and rejects heat from the cabin air. By
continuous recirculation of cabin air, heat is absorbed in the evaporator modules and
transferred to the outside through the system condenser.
The system is provided with safety interlock devices to prevent component damage and/or
excessive power drain from the aircraft electrical system. The evaporator modules are
equipped to prevent coil icing at all ambient conditions.
Cabin temperature control is by varying the airflow through each evaporator module rather than
cycling the refrigerant compressor. Airflow is controlled by the flight crew. The cabin is cooled
by air ducted from the two evaporators located just forward of the aft pressure bulkhead and
exhausted through individuals outlets down the left and right sides of the cabin. A third
evaporator, located between the other two, exhausts air directly into the cabin.
The cockpit is cooled by individual outlets located in the overhead panel. These outlets receive
air ducted from the two evaporators in the cabin.
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OPERATION
When the system is activated, an electric motor drives the compressor at constant speed and
capacity which compresses the refrigerant gas to high pressure. The hot, high pressure gas
then passes through the condenser coil where it is cooled and condensed into a warm liquid at
constant pressure. The heat removed from the fluid is exhausted overboard through a vent in
the right rear tail section aft of the pressure bulkhead. The warm liquid from the condenser is
then routed into a receiver-dryer container where the liquid and any remaining gas are
separated and any moisture in the liquid is absorbed. The warm dry, high quality liquid is then
routed to the evaporator module expansion valve where the high pressure liquid is expanded to
a low pressure. The large expansion process creates a super cool liquid which passes through
the evaporator coil and absorbs heat from the warm cabin air. The cooled air is returned to the
cabin. The gas, now warm, is returned to the compressor to repeat the cycle.
Moisture removed from the cabin air by each evaporator drains into a small holding tank below
the rear baggage floor panel. The water is held in the tank until the cabin differential pressure is
low enough for the the tank outlet valve to open allowing the water to drain overboard.
The VCCS operation is controlled by four switches located on the COOLING section of the
overhead panel; SYS, RECIRC COOL, FANS and VENT VENT/FLOOD.
The SYS switch has two positions ON and off, when the switch is in the ON position an ON
annunciator in the switch is illuminated. The off position removes power from both the
compressor and the evaporator fans. The ON position will supply power to the fans and the
compressor.
The RECIRC COOL switch has two positions and when pressed, the system toggles between
RECIRC and COOL and an arrow symbol annunciated in the switch shows which selection is
made. Setting the switch in the RECIRC position will supply power to the evaporator fans only
for recirculation of the cabin air. Setting the switch in the COOL position supplies power to the
fans and compressor.
Cabin air temperature control is accomplished by selecting evaporator fan speed. The
evaporator fan speed is controlled by the FANS and VENT VENT/FLOOD switches. The VENT
VENT/FLOOD switch has two positions and when pressed, the system toggles between VENT
and VENT FLOOD and an arrow symbol annunciated in the switch shows which selection is
made. When the VENT VENT/FLOOD switch is set to VENT, power is removed from the center
evaporator fan. When the switch is set to VENT/FLOOD, the center evaporator fan blows cool
air directly into the cabin. The FANS HI, LO switch controls the speed of the evaporator fans
which blow cool air into the left and right overhead ducts. Individual outlets in the overhead
panel are adjustable for local temperature control at each seat location.
When the VCCS is operating, the GEN 1 DC Indication will increase by approximately 100
amps for compressor and evaporator fans operation.
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CABIN VENT
FAN AIRFLOW
CABIN FLOOD
FAN AIRFLOW
EVAPORATOR / BLOWER
COMPRESSOR / CONDENSER
CONDENSER INLET
CONDENSER
OUTLET VENT
120042
FLOOD FAN
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CABIN PRESSURIZATION CONTROL SYSTEM
GENERAL
Control of the cabin pressure is obtained by regulating the rate of exhaust of the outflow air that
is provided for pressurization and ventilation of the airplane cabin. Operation of the Cabin
Pressurization Control System (CPCS) is entirely pneumatic, except when switching between
ground and flight operating modes and during manual inflight depressurization. Mode switching
and inflight depressurization are accomplished through a solenoid operated valve controlled by
the weight on wheels switch, a microswitch on the engine condition lever and the DUMP/AUTO
switch on the ECS control panel. The CPCS will maintain the selected cabin altitude up to a
maximum pressure differential of 5.75 psi, equivalent to a 10,000 foot cabin altitude at a
cruising altitude of 30,000 feet.
DESCRIPTION
Refer to Figure 7-16, Cabin Pressurization, for system layout.
The CPCS consists of a cabin outflow valve controller, two cabin outflow/safety valves, an
auxiliary volume tank, a check valve, a ejector valve, a manual control valve, a solenoid valve,
a condition lever switch, a depressurization switch, a weight on wheels switch, and indication of
cabin altitude, cabin altitude rate of change, and pressure differential. Airplane electrical power
is supplied to the system for the mode switching, solenoid operation, cabin altitude warning on
the CAWS, and outflow valve controller lighting.
The outflow valve controller is pneumatically connected to the system through three ports:
VALVE, TANK, and VACUUM. The controller VALVE port is connected to the outflow valve
control chamber to provide control reference pressure for operation of the outflow valve. The
controller TANK port is connected to the auxiliary volume tank, located near the controller. The
VACUUM port is connected to the ejector valve which provides a source of low pressure air.
The controller contains a chamber that houses an absolute pressure bellows and a rotating
actuator. This chamber is vented to the cabin through the cabin air sense port. Rotating the
cabin altitude selector knob on the face of the controller to the desired altitude, causes the
actuator to rotate and compress or extend the bellows depending on the direction of knob
rotation. The bellows position controls the reference pressure applied the outflow valve control
chamber. The cabin rate control selector knob on the face of the controller adjusts the position
of the rate control valve. Rotating the knob counterclockwise decreases rate of change while
rotating the knob clockwise increase the rate of change. When the arrow is at 12 o' clock the
rate of cabin altitude change is approximately 500 fpm. The rate of change can be adjusted
from approximately 100 fpm to 2000 fpm.
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AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
TANK
AIRCRAFT
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
LIGHTING
SYSTEM
BLEED
AIR
SUPPLY
MSN
101-140
AUXILIARY
VOLUME
TANK
VACUUM
VALVE
FILTER
RATE
CONTROL
VALVE
SOLENOID
VALVE NO.1
N.O.
CHECK
VALVE
CONDITION
LEVER
SWITCH
EJECTOR
VALVE
AIR
CHECK
VALVE
FILTER
GI
SOLENOID
VALVE NO.2
FI
CABIN RATE
CONTROL
SELECTOR
KNOB
N.C.
GND
FLT
BAT
BUS
ECS
WEIGHT
ON
WHEELS
CABIN ALTITUDE
SELECTOR KNOB
MANUAL
CONTROL
VALVE
DEPRESSURIZATION
SWITCH
DEPRESS
PRESS
6.35 PSI
DIFFERENTIAL
PRESSURE
RELIEF
VALVE
SAFETY VALVE
OUTFLOW VALVE
MAXIMUM
DIFFERENTIAL
DIAPHRAGM
UPPER
DIAPHRAGM
FILTER
PLUG
TRUE STATIC
ATMOSPHERE
AMBIENT PRESSURE
KEY
VACUUM
CABIN PRESSURE
120043
TRUE STATIC
ATMOSPHERE
POPPET
VALVE
NEGATIVE
PRESSURE
RELIEF
DIAPHRAGM
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ECS
CABIN
PRESS
MAN
DUMP
25
7
6
5
20
AUTO
OFF
INCREASE
30
AUTO
15
8 PSI
35
CABIN
ALT
DIFF
PRESS
0
1
4 3 2
0
MANUAL
10
BI
CA
FT
30
UP
.5
CABIN
0
.5
AC
T
-F
T 00
AL x 10
10
2
CABIN PRESS
CONTROLLER
CLIMB
DOWN
COPILOT'S LOWER
LEFT PANEL
CAB PRESS
ECS
CAWS
EMERG
SHUT OFF
ECS FIREWALL
SHUTOFF VALVE
120177
PULL
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AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
Low pressure needed for operation of the controller is provided by the ejector valve, which is
connected to the controller VACUUM port through a check valve. The ejector valve is also
connected to the safety valve through a normally closed solenoid valve to provide the low
pressure to operate the valve for inflight depressurization and unpressurized ground operation.
Engine bleed air flows through the ejector valve inducing low pressure to be applied to the
controller. The check valve installed in the vacuum line between the ejector valve and the
controller prevents high pressure bleed air from entering the control system in the event that
the ejector valve exhaust becomes blocked.
The manual control valve is connected on one side to the control line from the controller to the
outflow valve. The other side of the manual control valve is vented to atmospheric pressure.
Opening the manual control valve reduces the pressure in the outflow control chamber,
opening the outflow valve. The manual control valve controls the cabin pressure from the
unpressurized condition to the maximum differential with the outflow valve controller
inoperative.
The auxiliary volume tank is a small sealed chamber that adds volume to the controller rate
chamber to increase the accuracy of the rate of change control.
There are two cabin outflow/safety valves located under the cabin floor. These valves are
identical except for the installation and intended function. The outflow valve is connected to the
controller and controls cabin pressure. The safety valve is connected to the vacuum line from
the ejector valve through a normally closed solenoid to open for inflight depressurization and
unpressurized ground operation. Both valves are vented to atmospheric pressure. Each valve
senses control chamber-to-atmosphere pressure differential and modulates to maintain the
selected pressure differential.
A solenoid valve is installed in the CPCS. It is installed in the safety valve control line and is
normally closed. It is controlled by the pressurization switch, AIR/GND switch, or the
microswitch on the condition lever. When these switches are activated, the solenoid is
energized, the solenoid valve opens and vacuum is applied to the safety valve to depressurize
the cabin. Electrical power for the mode switching is from the ECS circuit breaker on the battery
bus.
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AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
During normal ground operation with the pressurization switch in AUTO and the condition lever
in the Ground Idle position, the solenoid valve will open when electrical power is applied to the
system. The airplane will be unpressurized. Before selecting the ECS on, set the desired cabin
rate of climb and set the outflow controller to 500 feet above the airplane cruise altitude. After
engine start and engine bleed air is supplied to the ejector valve, the outflow valve and the
safety valve will open
When the condition lever is moved to the flight idle position prior to takeoff, electrical power is
removed from the solenoid. The solenoid valve will close, removing the vacuum from the safety
valve and allowing it to move to the closed position. As before, the controller applies a low
reference pressure to the outflow valve control chamber.
As the airplane altitude increases, the cabin altitude increases at the selected rate of change
until the preselected cabin altitude is reached. Cabin altitude is then maintained until the cabin
altitude controller is set to a different cabin altitude, the airplane descends below the selected
cabin altitude, or the airplane climbs to an altitude where the maximum pressure differential is
exceeded.
Should the airplane climb to an altitude where the cabin-to-atmosphere pressure differential
exceeds the calibrated settings on the outflow/safety valves, the pressure relief function
overrides the automatic pressure control function, and the cabin altitude rate of change begins
to track the airplane altitude rate of change.
NOTE
If the airplane climbs at a high rate with a low cabin rate
selected on the controller, the positive pressure relief function
may activate before the airplane reaches the selected cruise
altitude.
When operating at a cabin altitude that produces a pressure differential near the maximum limit
and a climb is initiated, select a higher cabin altitude on the outflow valve controller so that the
cabin altitude is controlled by the rate control and not by the positive pressure relief function of
the outflow valve.
If an unpressurized condition is desired for an emergency (smoke in the cabin), select the
DUMP position on the pressurization switch to apply electrical power to the solenoid valve. The
solenoid valve opens, allows vacuum to be applied to the safety valve and opens the valve.
Cabin air is quickly exhausted to the atmosphere, depressurizing the airplane cabin. An
alternate means to depressurize the cabin is by closing the Bleed Air Firewall Shutoff Valve
located at aft end of the center console.
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AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION
Repressurizing the airplane cabin after depressurization is accomplished by setting the
pressurization switch to AUTO to remove electrical power from the solenoid valve. The
solenoid valve closes and removes the vacuum from the safety valve, causing the valve to
close. Automatic control functions return and the CPCS operates on the rate-of-change control
adjusting the position of the outflow valve poppet until the selected cabin altitude is regained.
When atmospheric pressure exceeds cabin pressure and there is a reduction of cabin air
inflow, a negative cabin differential exists across the inner diaphragm of both the outflow and
safety valves. When the control chamber-to-atmosphere pressure differential is sufficient,
poppet valves open and allow air at atmospheric pressure to flow into the cabin until the
pressures are equal. This condition may occur during a rapid descent as the airplane descends
through the selected cabin altitude. Selecting a lower cabin altitude before a descent is
commenced, will allow the cabin altitude to be controlled by the rate controller and prevent an
unpressurized condition.
During descent and in preparation for landing, select a cabin altitude approximately 500 feet
above landing field elevation and select a cabin rate of change that will bring the cabin altitude
to the new setting before the airplane descends to selected cabin altitude. This reselection
should be accomplished far enough in advance to prevent the airplane from descending
through the cabin altitude, which may occur because of a low cabin rate of change selection.
As the airplane descends through the preselected cabin altitude, the cabin becomes
unpressurized and follows the airplane rate of descent to touchdown. On approach check that
the cabin is depressurized. At touchdown the AIR/GND switch closes.
After landing when the condition lever is set to Ground Idle, electrical power is applied to the
solenoid valve. The solenoid valve opens, allows vacuum to be applied to the safety valve and
opens the valve.
INDICATION/WARNING
The cabin altitude selector displays the selected airplane cruise altitude and the corresponding
cabin altitude at the maximum pressure differential. The actual cabin altitude, cabin altitude rate
of change, and cabin pressure differential are displayed on the copilots lower panel.
It is possible to operate at a cabin differential pressure above the normal operating range if the
cabin altitude controller was improperly set by the pilot or if a system failure has occurred. A
"dead band" exists between the normal operating maximum differential pressure (5.75 psid)
and the pressure at which the system relief valves open (6.35 psid). This "dead band" is
indicated on the cabin differential pressure gauge by an amber arc between 5.75 and 6.5 psid.
A red radial at 6.5 psid indicates the maximum permissible cabin pressure and is the maximum
switching point set for the cabin pressure differential warning switch.
The CAWS warning CAB PRESS annunciator will illuminate and a voice callout Warning
Cabin Pressure will be heard when the cabin altitude exceeds 10,500 200 feet or when the
maximum cabin pressure differential is exceeded.
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OXYGEN SYSTEM
GENERAL
The airplane is equipped with an emergency oxygen system for use by the crew and
passengers in the event of contaminated air being introduced into the cabin or a loss of
pressurization with a rapid descent to lower altitudes.
The pilot and copilot masks are supplied with quick-donning diluter-demand masks which are
permanently connected to outlets in the cockpit sidewalls.
A constant flow mask is provided at each passenger seat location in the cabin. In the Corporate
Commuter interior configuration the nine masks must be connected to the bayonet outlets in
the cabin sidewall before flight by the flight crew for flights above 10,000 ft. In the executive
interior configuration the masks (the number is dependant on the interior variation) are located
in boxes in the arm rests and are permanently connected for all flights. No connection action is
required by the flight crew or passengers.
DESCRIPTION
An oxygen cylinder, made of composite material, is located in an external compartment in the
right side of the fuselage forward of the main wing (outside the pressure area) from which the
oxygen system is serviced and replenished (Refer to Section 8 for servicing instructions).
Attached to the cylinder head is an isolation valve to permit cylinder removal and installation.
The valve is connected by a push pull cable to a handle in the cockpit allowing the system to
be isolated while the aircraft is on the ground. The valve is connected to the aircraft supply,
ground charging valve, the contents pressure gauges and the over-pressure relief valve.
Two gauges are provided, one in the service bay and one on the left cockpit side panel forward
of the Test Panel. Overpressure protection is provided by a relief valve in the form of a green
rupture disc located in the fuselage skin above the service bay door. This disc is designed to
rupture at 2775 +50/-0 psi, discharging the cylinder contents overboard. Disc integrity is
checked during the preflight inspection. If found ruptured and the contents pressure gauge
indicates zero, proper maintenance must be performed on the system before flights above
10,000 ft altitude.
When filled, the storage cylinder should be charged to 1850 psi (127.6 bar) at 20 C, with a
minimum pressure of 265 psi (18.3 bar) for proper flow to the masks. A pressure reducing
valve, adjacent to the oxygen cylinder reduces the oxygen pressure to a nominal 70 psi, prior to
entering the cabin. This is for safety reasons and to avoid excessive flow through the masks.
Two crew full-face masks of the diluter demand type are located in boxes on the front of the
cockpit bulkhead behind each crew member. They are permanently connected to outlets in the
cockpit sidewalls. Each mask which is of the diluter-demand type, is equipped with a
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microphone and an ON/OFF - AIRMIX/100% selector valve. Oxygen is provided to the crew
masks at all times regardless of the Oxygen control valve position. Each mask has a PRESS
TO TEST button and a flow indicator that shows when proper pressure is supplied to the mask.
Turning the PRESS TO TEST button counterclockwise to the emergency position will supply
100% oxygen at a slight overpressure.
The oxygen shut-off handle is mounted to the right of the centre console. It is connected by a
push pull cable to the isolation valve on the cylinder head. While the aircraft is on ground the
handle is normally in the OFF position isolating the cylinder from the system and preventing
prolonged leakage from the crew masks. Before engine start and as the first action associated
with the oxygen system, the handle should be moved to the ON position.
The Oxygen Control Valve, located in the left cockpit sidewall, has three positions to control the
operation of the passenger distribution system. The OFF position stops the flow to the
passenger outlets. The ON position permits flow to the passenger masks. The AUTO position
will permit flow to the passenger masks when a pressure switch senses a cabin altitude above
13,500 feet +/- 500 feet.
In the Corporate Commuter configuration the passenger constant flow oxygen masks are
stored under or near each seat position. For flights below 10,000 ft altitude the masks need not
be connected to the outlets in the lower cabin sidewalls. In the event of an emergency requiring
oxygen use, the passengers are instructed to connect the mask bayonet type connector to the
outlets themselves. For flights above 10,000 ft altitude the mask must be connected to the
outlets by the flight crew before flight. When disconnected, the outlets are spring loaded closed
to prevent oxygen leakage.
In the executive interior configuration the passenger constant flow oxygen masks are stowed
under covers placarded OXYGEN MASK INSIDE in the cabin sidewall armrests. The masks
are permanently connected to the outlets irrespective of the type of operation and flight altitude.
The mask stowage compartments are located near to the seats. The masks have a red tape
band which must positioned to show from the cover in the direction accessible to the seat
occupant. A placard PULL TAPE FOR OXYGEN MASK is attached to the armrest near each
oxygen mask cover. Optional SB 35-003 installs an oxygen mask in the lavatory. The mask is
connected to the passenger oxygen system and is stowed in a box attached to the top of the
lavatory sidewall. A visible red tape band is pulled to release the oxygen mask.
In aircraft with an optional three seat bench installed, an oxygen mask is stowed below each
seat behind a cover in the front pedestal of the bench seat. A red tape band attached to the
mask shows from the panel and assists in the removal of the mask, in the event of it being
required for use.
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OPERATION
WARNING
TO
PREVENT
POSSIBLE
FREEZING
AND
MALFUNCTIONING OF SYSTEM, MAKE SURE THAT
SYSTEM IS ONLY SERVICED WITH APPROVED, AVIATION
GRADE OXYGEN.
TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EXPLOSION AND/OR FIRE, MAKE
SURE ALL OIL AND GREASE IS KEPT AWAY FROM
OXYGEN SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SMOKING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED ANY TIME OXYGEN
IS IN USE.
OILY, FATTY OR GREASY SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING
SOAPS, LIPSTICK, AFTER SHAVE LOTION, MAKE-UP ARE
CAPABLE
OF
SPONTANEOUS
COMBUSTION
ON
CONTACT WITH OXYGEN.
CAUTION
PILOTS WHO FLY AT HIGH ALTITUDE MUST BE AWARE
OF THE PHYSIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH
PROLONGED
FLIGHTS
AT
SUCH
ALTITUDES.
DEHYDRATION AND THE SLOW ONSET OF HYPOXIA MAY
BE NOTICED IN THE PASSENGERS.
PASSENGER COMFORT MAY BE INCREASED BY AN
OCCASIONAL INTAKE OF FLUIDS. PROLONGED HIGH
ALTITUDE FLIGHTS REQUIRE WARM CLOTHING AND
MONITORING OF THE CABIN TEMPERATURE AND THE
PHYSICAL STATE OF THE CREW AND PASSENGERS.
Normal system operation is with the three-position Oxygen Control Valve in the AUTO position,
to provide oxygen immediately in the event of a depressurization. The crew will then don their
own masks and order the passengers to don their masks. The masks in an executive interior
aircraft can easily be removed from their stowage by pulling the red tape band showing from
the cover marked OXYGEN MASK INSIDE. Oxygen flow to the cabin is verified by the oxygen
pressure switch activating the CAWS annunciator PASS OXY.
The ON position will be selected by the pilot, in the event of smoke or fumes being present in
the cabin, and also to test the passengers masks on the ground before passenger boarding.
The OFF position will be selected if the aircraft is being flown without passengers or is taken
out of service for an extended time in order to conserve oxygen.
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NOTE
When a full oxygen supply is stored, it will supply two crew and
nine passengers for a minimum of ten minutes, in which time a
descent from 30,000 ft to 10,000 ft is performed. Refer to the
Oxygen Duration Chart in Section 4 to determine the minimum
oxygen supply required for the number of occupants when
operating at less than full oxygen pressure.
As the oxygen system is an emergency system, normal usage will consist only of periodic
mask testing (both crew and passengers masks require testing) and of checking, and topping
up, if necessary, the storage cylinder.
INDICATION / WARNING
Oxygen system pressure is indicated on a gauge on the left cockpit sidewall forward of the Test
Panel. A pressure switch downstream of the Oxygen Control Valve will activate the CAWS
annunciator PASS OXY when proper oxygen pressure is supplied to the passenger masks.
LARGER CAPACITY OXYGEN SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
The system has a 1965 liter gaseous oxygen cylinder installed in the top left side of the rear
fuselage compartment, behind the rear pressure bulkhead. The cylinder head isolation valve is
secured in the open position. System shut off, when the aircraft is on the ground, is by a rotary
valve connected to the cable from the oxygen shut-off handle on the center console. The rotary
valve is installed between frames 16 and 17 on the right side of the fuselage. A pressure
transducer installed near the oxygen cylinder sends a pressure signal to the pressure gauge on
the left side of the cockpit. The oxygen replenishment point comprising a charging valve and a
system pressure gauge is installed at the bottom of the rear fuselage compartment. The system
overpressure protection burst disc indicator is installed on the left side of the rear fuselage.
System controls and operation are the same as for the standard system. The system with full
oxygen pressure will meet the Canadian Operational CAR 605.31 and CAR 605.32
requirements. Refer to the Oxygen Duration Chart in Section 4 to determine the minimum
oxygen supply required for the number of occupants when operating at less than full oxygen
pressure.
SECOND LARGER CAPACITY OXYGEN SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
The second larger capacity oxygen system has the same operation and components as the
first option. The following components have a different location. The oxygen cylinder is installed
in the top right side of the rear fuselage compartment. The oxygen replenishment point
comprising a charging valve and a system pressure gauge is installed at the bottom right of the
rear fuselage compartment. The system overpressure protection burst disc indicator is installed
on the right side of the rear fuselage.
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COCKPIT ARRANGEMENT
GENERAL
The cockpit is of a conventional layout in that all of controls, switches, and instruments are
readily accessible to the pilot for single pilot operation. The overhead panel contains the
switches to control the electrical bus distribution, external lighting de-icing, starting and cabin
heating systems. The sidewalls contain the circuit breaker panels. The instrument panel
contains: the flight, navigation, and engine instruments; avionics; and pressurization. The
center console contains the CAWS annunciator panel, EFIS control units, trim indicator, engine
power controls, flap selector, cockpit and cabin lighting controls, emergency landing gear
handpump, and the fuel and ECS firewall shutoff controls.
DESCRIPTION
The overhead panel contains the switches to control the DC and AC electrical power
generation and distribution to the various busses. A bus distribution diagram is shown on the
panel with the switches in the appropriate places to help identify system design, operation, and
malfunction. The individual busses and their associated circuit breakers are located in the left
and right cockpit sidewalls.
The overhead panel has a TEST section. The different system and annunciator test circuits are
controlled here. Individual test circuits are described with their associated systems within this
section, except for the LAMP test switch. When this switch is pressed, all of the annunciators in
the push switches, the five bus status indicators, the two battery off line indicators and the two
battery overheat indicator LEDs are functionally checked. This includes the CAWS, landing
gear indicators, flap overspeed light within the flap gauge, and the master warning and caution
lights. The lamp function may be checked at any time without interfering with system function.
The overhead panel annunciators have a back up power supply which can be tested by using
the second function of the TEST FIRE switch. With the overhead panel lighting set to dim and
the TEST FIRE switch is pressed, all the overhead panel annunciators must come on bright to
show that the back up power supply is operative. This check is a pre flight requirement.
On the rear left side there is a small panel which contains the oxygen pressure gauge. The
clock and parking brake handle are located forward of the left side circuit breaker panel below
the instrument panel. The clock is powered directly from the Battery Direct bus.
The left side of the instrument panel contains the flight instruments for the pilot. These include
the airspeed, attitude, directional, altitude, and rate of climb instruments. The airspeed indicator
provides data for various system control inputs and has a variable Mmo needle for the constant
Mach maximum airspeed limit above 15,200 feet. Exceeding this maximum airspeed limit (Vmo
or Mmo) will trigger the overspeed aural warning alert. Also, if the maximum speed for the
current flap setting is exceeded, a red warning light will illuminate on the face of the flap
indicator. To the left of the airspeed indicator is the standby attitude gyro.
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This gyro is power from the Battery Bus. Refer to the Electronic Flight Instrumentation System
(EFIS) within this section for the description of the attitude and directional instruments.
The right side of the instrument panel is available for optional copilot instruments.
The left center of the instrument panel contains the Engine Instrument System (EIS). Refer to
EIS within this section for the description of this system. The right center of the instrument
panel contains the audio selector panel and the communication and navigation radios. Refer to
Section 9, Supplements for description and operation information for optional avionics systems.
The lower panel on the pilot's side contain switches for the ELT, avionics and the landing gear
selector and position indicators. The lower panel on the copilot's side contain the ECS and
pressurization controls.
The center console contains the CAWS annunciator panel, EFIS control units, trim indicator,
cabin air temperature gauge, the trim and flap interrupt and alternate power switches, and the
engine power controls and flap lever. Further aft will be the cockpit and cabin lighting controls.
The ECS and fuel firewall shutoff valve controls and the emergency landing gear handpump
can be found on the aft vertical surface of the console.
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CENTRAL ADVISORY AND WARNING SYSTEM (CAWS)
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-18, Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS), for more information on
the warning/caution/advisory lights and voice callouts.
DESCRIPTION
The Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) integrates the control and display functions
of aircraft systems status into a single unit. The CAWS comprises a Central Advisory Computer
Unit (CACU) and a Central Advisory Display Unit (CADU). The CACU is installed under the
cabin floor between frames 20 and 21. The CADU is installed in the lower center section of the
instrument panel.
The CACU is supplied with 28 VDC from the BAT BUS and the GEN 1 BUS. It monitors the
aircraft systems, processes the data and passes the information to the CADU via the serial bus
to display the appropriate annunciation. For system failures the CACU generates a voice output
or a gong that is sent to the aircraft audio system.
The CADU receives information regarding which annunciator to illuminate from the CACU via
the serial bus. The CADU displays 48 individual captioned annunciations. Each annunciator
comprises six colored Light Emitting Diodes (LED) connected in parallel covered with a legend
panel. The CADU annuciators indicate warning, caution, and advisory conditions.
A warning light is red and indicates a condition that requires an immediate corrective action by
the pilot. It is accompanied by a voice callout and the master WARNING light will come on.
A caution light is amber and indicates a condition that requires a pilots attention but not an
immediate reaction. It is accompanied by the master CAUTION light coming on and an aural
gong will sound.
An advisory light is green and indicates that a system is in operation.
Red master WARNING and amber master CAUTION lights are positioned on the instrument
panel directly in front of the pilot and copilot. They alert the crew to changes in status of the
CADU annunciators. Any condition that causes a red or amber annunciator to come on also
causes the applicable master WARNING or CAUTION light to come on. A voice callout will
sound through the overhead speaker and/or headset(s) anytime a master WARNING light
comes on. Pushing the applicable master WARNING or CAUTION light will extinguish that
light. The CADU warning or caution annunciator that triggered the master WARNING or
CAUTION light will remain on.
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OPERATION
The CAWS must be tested when the aircraft is on the ground before takeoff. Pressing the
TEST LAMP switch on the overhead panel will check the system and make all the annunciator
LEDs and the master WARNING and CAUTION lights illuminate. Pressing the TEST LAMP
switch in the air will only make all the CAWS annunciator LEDs illuminate.
The voice callouts from the CAWS are inhibited until 60 seconds after the engine start cycle
has reached 50% Ng.
The CAWS continuously checks the communication between the CACU and CADU. In the
event of a communication error the master CAUTION light will illuminate and the CAWS FAIL
amber caption will come on.
The voice messages, warnings voice callouts and the cautions have been given a priority
status. The purpose of the priority status is that during an active voice callout any new
incoming signals are held in a queuing system based on priorities.
If an EGPWS is installed it will send a suppression signal to inhibit the voice callouts of the
CAWS and the TCAS (if installed) when it is sending voice messages to the flight crew.
If a TCAS is installed its voice messages will be delivered to the flight crew after EGPWS and
CAWS voice messages.
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Voice
Callout
Caption
Color
PASS DOOR
Red
Warning
Passenger
Door
CAR DOOR
Red
Warning
Cargo Door
CAB PRESS
Red
Warning
Cabin
Pressure
AIR/GND
Red
Warning Air
Ground
PROP
LOW P
Red
Warning
Prop Pitch
A/P TRIM
Red
Warning
Autopilot
Trim
ESNTL BUS
Red
Warning
Essential Bus
AV BUS
Red
Warning
Avionics Bus
STAB TRIM
Red
Warning trim
OIL QTY
Red
Warning Oil
ENG FIRE
Red
Indicates overtemperature
possible engine fire.
Description
condition
and/or
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Voice
Callout
Caption
Color
GEN 2 OFF
Amber
None
BUS TIE
Amber
None
PUSHER
Amber
None
FIRE
DETECT
Amber
None
GEN 1 OFF
Amber
None
INVERTER
Amber
None
BAT HOT
Amber
None
FLAPS
Amber
None
FLAPS &
PUSHER
(10 sec delay)
Amber
Asymmetry
Detected,
Pusher Safe
Mode
CHIP
Amber
None
CAWS FAIL
Amber
None
BAT OFF
Amber
None
Description
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Voice
Callout
Caption
Color
FUEL PRESS
Amber
None
HYDR
Amber
None
Description
Amber
None
Indicates
Environmental
Control
System
malfunction. Post SB 21-007 and MSN 611 & UP
also when the ECS switch is in the OFF position
AOA DE ICE
Amber
None
N ESNTL
BUS
Amber
None
L FUEL
LOW
Amber
None
A/P DISENG
Amber
None
DE ICE
BOOTS
Amber
None
INERT SEP
Amber
None
STATIC
Amber
None
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Voice
Callout
Caption
Color
R FUEL
LOW
Amber
None
BATTERY
Amber
None
OIL QTY
Amber
None
WSHLD
HEAT
Amber
None
PITOT 1
Amber
None
PITOT 2
Amber
None
PROP
DE ICE
Amber
None
L FUEL
PUMP
Green
None
A/P Trim
Green
None
PUSHER
ICE MODE
Green
None
DE ICE
BOOTS
Green
None
PASS OXY
Green
None
R FUEL
PUMP
Green
None
Description
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TEST
LAMP
MASTER
CAUTION
MASTER
WARNING
OVERHEAD PANEL
PASS DOOR
CAR DOOR
CAB PRESS
AIR/GND
PROP LOW P
A/P TRIM
ESNTL BUS
AV BUS
STAB TRIM
OIL QTY
ENG FIRE
GEN 2 OFF
BUS TIE
PUSHER
FIRE DETECT
GEN 1 OFF
INVERTER
BAT HOT
FLAPS
CHIP
CAWS FAIL
N ESNTL BUS
BAT OFF
FUEL PRESS
HYDR
ECS
AOA DE ICE
RED
L FUEL LOW
A/P DISENG
DE ICE BOOTS
INERT SEP
STATIC
R FUEL LOW
AMBER
BATTERY
OIL QTY
WSHLD HEAT
PITOT 1
PITOT 2
PROP DE ICE
GREEN
L FUEL PUMP
A/P TRIM
PUSHER ICE
MODE
DE ICE BOOTS
PAS OXY
R FUEL PUMP
KEY:
120178
CAWS
Figure 7-18. Central Advisory and Warning System (CAWS) Annunciator Panel
Issued: March 30, 2001
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PITOT STATIC SYSTEMS
GENERAL
The pitot static systems obtain dynamic and static pressure to operate instruments for the pilot
and copilot flight information.
DESCRIPTION
Pitot pressure, for the pilots airspeed indicator is sensed by a heated pitot head which is
installed on the bottom of the right wing and is carried through lines within the wing and
fuselage to the gauge on the pilots instrument panel. The pitot system can be drained by a
valve located in the right bottom wing root.
Pitot pressure, for the copilots airspeed indicator is sensed by a heated pitot head which is
installed on the bottom of the left wing and is carried through lines within the wing and fuselage
to the gauge on the copilots instrument panel. The pitot system can be drained by a valve
located in the left bottom wing root.
Two dual heated static ports are installed, one each side of the rear fuselage aft of the rear
pressure bulkhead. Two pickups are used one on each side are used for each static system.
The two pickups balance out the differences in static pressure caused by slight side slips or
skids.
Static pressure for the pilots airspeed, encoding altimeter, vertical speed, as well as the cabin
altimeter differential pressure indicator, is sensed by the forward left and rear right static ports.
They connect to a single line leading to the instruments. Also, a tapping is taken from the static
line to supply the cabin altimeter differential switch. From the pitot and static lines, tappings are
taken to supply the autopilot air data computer.
Static pressure for the copilots airspeed, altimeter and vertical speed indicator is sensed by the
rear left and forward right static ports. They connect to a single line leading to the instruments.
If one or more of the pitot static instruments malfunction, the systems should be checked for
dirt, leaks or moisture. The holes in the sensors for pitot and static pressures must be fully
open and free from blockage. Blocked sensor holes will give erratic or zero readings on the
instruments. The static line of each system can be drained by a valve located inside the rear
fuselage, aft of the rear pressure bulkhead.
The heaters for the pitot head and static ports are controlled by the PROBES switch on the
overhead panel. Electrical power for heating and CAWS indication is supplied through the
PITOT DEICE and STATIC DEICE circuit breakers on the generator 1 and 2 busses (Refer to
the Typical Pitot and Static Systems Schematic Fig 7-19).
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INDICATION / WARNING
There are three amber caution annunciators on the CAWS for the pitot and static systems,
which are accompanied by a gong. If the gong is heard and the CAWS PITOT 1 annunciator is
on, this indicates a failure of the right pitot head heating circuit which supplies the pilots
instruments. A PITOT 2 annunciator on, indicates a failure of the left pitot head heating circuit
which supplies the copilots instruments. If the STATIC annunciator is on, this indicates a
failure of one of the dual static ports heating circuits.
ALTIMETERS KEA 346
A factory option installs three altimeters in the flight compartment. An encoding altimeter is
installed on the pilots main instrument panel and is connected to the pilots static system. A non
encoding altimeter is installed on the pilots lower left instrument panel and is connected to the
copilots static system. A second encoding altimeter, where the encoding output function is not
used, is installed in the copilots main instrument panel and is connected to the copilots static
system. The power supply to the second encoding altimeter is through the SECOND ENC ALT
circuit breaker on the BATTERY BUS circuit breaker panel.
ALTIMETERS AM-250
Two factory options, both install three altimeters in the flight compartment. One where the
encoding output function of the copilots altimeter is not used. The other is when a second
transponder is installed and the encoding output function is used. The pilots altimeter is
connected to the pilots pitot and static systems. The power supply is through the ENC ALT 1
circuit breaker on the BATTERY BUS. The copilots altimeter is connected to the copilots pitot
and static systems. The power supply is through the ENC ALT 2 circuit breaker on the
AVIONICS 2 BUS. A non encoding altimeter is installed on the pilots lower left instrument panel
and is connected to the copilots static system.
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STALL WARNING / STICK PUSHER SYSTEM
GENERAL
The airplane is equipped with a stick shaker-pusher system to improve aircraft handling in the
low speed flight regime by preventing the airplane from inadvertently entering a stall condition.
The stick shaker-pusher system contains two Angle-of-Attack (AOA) sensors, two computers, a
single stick shaker, a single aural warning device and a single stick pusher. The two computers
are connected in such a way that either computer can, independently, provide stall warning
(stick shaker and aural warning) but both computers are required to actuate the stick pusher.
DESCRIPTION
Refer to Figure 7-20, Stall Warning/Stick Pusher System, for system operation.
The left and right Stick Pusher Computers are each provided power from the Battery and
Generator 1 bus. Each computer receives inputs from its respective AOA vane and AIR/GND
switch. Both computers receive inputs from the engine torque, flap position, and self test. From
these various inputs, each computer independently determines the "Defined Angle of Attack"
for stall warning (aural stall warning and stick shaker activation), stick pusher activation, and
stick pusher disengagement following an actual push.
The stick pusher, shaker, and the aural stall warning are disabled on the ground through the
AIR/GND switches, except for the self test function. The stick pusher is inhibited for 5 seconds
after lift-off. The shaker and the aural stall warning are operative immediately after lift-off.
The stick pusher actuator has a built-in g-switch which inhibits the stick-pusher when the
airplane's normal acceleration becomes less than 0.5 g. The output torque of the stick-pusher
actuator is electronically-limited to have a force of 60 to 65 lbf on the control wheel. A slipclutch on the stick-pusher capstan allows control on the elevator with a force of 85 to 90 lbf on
the control wheel, in the event of stick-pusher jam. The force on the control wheel is defined
when the longitudinal control is pulled to 3/4 of its travel. This allows the pilot or copilot to
override the stick-pusher in the instance of an inadvertent operation.
Each outboard control wheel horn is equipped with a PUSHER INTR push switch providing a
means to quickly disengage the stick pusher actuator in the event of an inadvertent operation.
When operated in PUSHER ICE MODE (to provide protection in icing conditions), all the
shaker and pusher actuating points are shifted down by 8 AOA. The pusher ICE mode is set
when the propeller de-icing system is switched ON and the inertial separator is set to OPEN.
When both pusher computers are set in ICE mode, the green CAWS PUSHER ICE MODE
advisory is activated. If only one computer is set in ICE mode, or if no computer is set in ICE
mode while conditions for ICE mode are present, the amber PUSHER caution is activated and
an aural gong will sound.
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The system is provided with a self test function that can be activated at any time by pressing
and holding the PUSHER switch located on the TEST section of the overhead panel. The
amber PUSHER and green PUSHER ICE MODE annunciator on the CAWS will remain
illuminated until the self test is passed.
The system must be tested when the airplane is on the ground before takeoff. The engine must
be operating at a minimum of 5 psi torque, the flaps set to 15, then press and hold the
PUSHER test switch to initiate the test. If the test switch is pressed and the test sequence does
not occur and/or the PUSHER annunciator remains illuminated, the system has failed the self
test and further flight before maintenance is not approved. If the test switch is pressed without
the engine operating above 5 psi torque and the flaps are not set to 15, the PUSHER
annunciator will remain illuminated, the aural warning and the test sequence will not occur. The
pusher test will not function when the propeller de-ice system is switched on.
The system function may be tested in the air anytime the engine is operating with the flaps at
any setting. Press and hold the test switch and observe the following sequence; PUSHER ICE
MODE advisory, aural stall warning with stick shaker for 2 seconds followed by a 1 second
pause, and aural stall warning with stick shaker for 2 seconds. The pusher will not activate
when the system is tested in flight. If the test switch is pushed and the test sequence does not
occur and/or the PUSHER caution remains illuminated, the system has failed the self test.
WARNING
STALLS MUST BE AVOIDED WHEN THE STICK PUSHER IS
INOPERATIVE. EXCESSIVE WING DROP AND ALTITUDE
LOSS MAY RESULT DURING STALL WITH FLAPS DOWN
AND/OR WHEN POWER IS APPLIED.
The AOA vanes and mounting plates are electrically heated by internal heating elements. AOA
vane and mounting plate heat is controlled by the PROBES switch located on the DE-ICE
section of the overhead panel. Refer to Figure 7-20, Stall Warning/Stick Pusher System for
system schematic.
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OPERATION
The vane attached to the AOA probe aligns itself with the relative airflow. As it moves, it
positions a wiper unit in the probe. This wiper unit adjusts the electrical output to its respective
pusher computer. As the airplane approaches the artificial stall (5 to 10 knots before pusher
actuator), the stick shaker and the aural stall warning will activate when one of the AOA pusher
computers senses the defined angle of attack for stall warning/stick shaker activation. If the
stall warnings are ignored and the approach to stall is continued, the stick pusher will activate
when both AOA pusher computers sense the defined angle of attack for stick pusher activation.
The stick shaker and aural stall warning remain active during pusher operation.
Pusher operation will be stopped when either AOA computer senses an angle of attack lower
than the angle of attack required to active the pusher or when the airplane acceleration is less
than 0.5 g.
Activation of the stick shaker disengages the autopilot if engaged, in order to give full authority
to a possible stick pusher activation. The autopilot can be manually reconnected after the
angle of attack is reduced and the stick shaker has ceased operation.
WARNING
IF ACCELERATED STALLS ARE PERFORMED IN THE
LANDING CONFIGURATION WITH HIGH POWER AND
SIDESLIP, A RAPID PITCH-DOWN MAY RESULT WITH AN
ALTITUDE LOSS OF UP TO 500 FEET.
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INDICATION / WARNING
A digital serial output, from the left hand computer, provides the data for the FAST/SLOW
pointer on the EFIS EADI. (Refer to EFIS section for more information).
In the instance of disparity between the LH and RH weight-on-wheels inputs, the Central
Advisory and Warning System annunciator AIR/GND and PUSHER are activated to warn the
pilot of the malfunction.
The stick pusher computers have an internal-fault monitoring system which will illuminate the
CAWS PUSHER annunciator when one of the following events occur:
A malfunction in either pusher computer activates the Central Advisory and Warning System
annunciator PUSHER to warn the pilot about a system malfunction and the pusher becoming
inoperative.
The stick shaker and aural stall warning devices may still be operational if the stick pusher is
inoperative.
The CAWS AOA DE ICE caution annunciator will illuminate when a malfunction is sensed in
the AOA vane or mounting plate heater circuits (current sensing).
The CAWS PUSHER ICE MODE advisory annunciator will illuminate when the propeller de-ice
system is set ON and the inertial separator is set OPEN. In the ICE mode, the shaker and
pusher activation points are coming 8 earlier than in the NORMAL mode and the FAST/SLOW
pointer is set for a 15 flap landing.
If the Flap Control and Warning Unit detects a flap asymmetry or a twist and the flap angle is
greater than 2 it will make the CAWS FLAP caution come on and will send a signal to the stick
pusher computers. This will set the stick pusher computers to a safe mode irrespective of the
actual flap position. The safe mode will make the stick pusher operate at approximately 5 kts
higher airspeed for the failed flap position. The setting of the stick pusher computers to the
safe mode will also make the CAWS PUSHER caution come on 10 seconds after the FLAPS
caution, to annunciate the condition. A CAWS voice callout Flap Asymmetry Detected, Pusher
Safe Mode will also be given.
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AOA
LH
ENGINE POWER
ENGINE
RUNNING
SWITCH
60 PSI
WEIGHT ON
WHEEL LH
AOA
RH
PCL IDLE
FLAP
POSITION
WEIGHT ON
WHEEL RH
BATTERY BUS
STALL
WARN
UNIT 1
LH STICK PUSHER
COMPUTER
RH STICK PUSHER
COMPUTER
STALL
WARN
UNIT 2
AOA LH
EFIS
AOA RH
CAT
GENERATOR 1 BUS
PUSHER
PUSHER
A/P
DISCONNECT
SYSTEM
TEST
SWITCH
AIR/GND
"OR"
SWITCH
(SEE NOTE)
ICE MODE
AURAL STALL
WARNING
STICK
SHAKER
PUSHER
ICE
MODE
CAWS
PROP
DEICE
ON
INERT
SEP
OPEN
PILOT
INTR
SWITCH
G SWITCH
"AND"
SWITCH
(SEE NOTE)
STICK PUSHER
ACTUATOR
COPILOT
INTR
SWITCH
PUSHER
SYS
120049
BATTERY
BUS
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BATTERY BUS
PROBES
DE ICING
PROBES
SWITCH
OFF
ON
PROBES ON SIGNAL
EIS
GENERATOR 2 BUS
RH AOA
SENS
DE ICE
LH AOA
SENS
DE ICE
RELAY
FAIL SIGNAL
PROBES
DE ICE
RELAY
AOA
PLATE
RELAY
POWERLINE
POWERLINE
CB 415
CB 416
CONTROL
CONTROL
FAIL
RH AOA PLATE
CONTROLLER
LH AOA PLATE
HEATER
PLATE
HEAT
CONTROL
FAIL
CONTROL
PLATE
HEAT
LH AOA PLATE
CONTROLLER
RH AOA PLATE
HEATER
AOA DE ICE
LH AOA VANE
HEATER
RH AOA VANE
HEATER
LH AOA LOAD
SENSOR
VANE
HEAT
VANE
HEAT
CAWS
FAIL
FAIL
RH AOA LOAD
SENSOR
28V DC
120180
28V DC
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DE-ICING
TEST
PUSHER
PROBES
ON
OVERHEAD PANEL
OVERHEAD PANEL
A/P DISC
SWITCH
A/P DISC
SWITCH
PUSHER INTR
SWITCH
PUSHER INTR
SWITCH
PTT SWITCH
PTT SWITCH
CONTROL WHEEL
CONTROL WHEEL
PUSHER
PUSHER ICE
MODE
CAWS
120181
AOA DE ICE
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PNEUMATIC WING DEICE SYSTEM
GENERAL
Inflatable neoprene boots are installed on the leading edges of the wings and horizontal tail
surfaces. Their purpose is to inflate and dispense any ice which may accrete on their surface
during flight in atmospheric icing conditions. When not in use, the boots have a vacuum applied
to prevent partial inflation while in flight.
DESCRIPTION
The airplane is equipped with inflatable pneumatic deicing boots fixed to the leading edges of
the wings ( two boots per wing- inboard and outboard) and the horizontal stabilizer. Air bled
from the 3rd stage of the engine compressor section, is routed to the regulator-reliever valve of
nominal 14 psi regulating pressure, then through a water separator to the ejector flow control
valves. These valves, which are solenoid-operated, port air pressure to the deicing boots in a
prescribed sequence: - first to the horizontal stabilizer deicer, then to the lower portion of the
inboard wing deicers, the upper portion, the lower portion of the outboard wing deicers, and
finally the upper portion. Progression through this sequence is controlled by an electronic
Timer/controller and monitored by low pressure sensing switches in each line, which are linked
to annunciator lights in the CAWS.
When pressure is not being applied to the deicer boots a small airflow is allowed to pass
through the ejector valves to impose a vacuum in the lines to the deicing boots. This provides a
negative air pressure at the boots ensuring the airfoil contour is maintained.
The pneumatic deice boot consists of a smooth neoprene and fabric blanket containing small
spanwise deicer tubes. Each wing deicer has two air connections - one for the tubes on the
lower surface and one for the tubes on the upper surface. The smaller boots on the horizontal
stabilizer have one connection only.
The deicer boots are cement-bonded to the airfoil leading edges and have tapered edges to
conform smoothly with the wing contour. The deicer boots are approximately 0.075 inches thick
and have a `neoprene surface.
The water separator is located upstream of the ejector control valves. Its function is to remove
any condensation from the system and consists simply of a set of vanes which introduce a
rotational swirl to the air that removes entrained water through centrifugal forces. A drain
connection is fitted to the bottom of the housing to vent the moisture overboard.
The pressure-reliever valve consists of a spring and poppet valve which, at the required
pressure, will open to allow air to pass from the inlet to the outlet port. The nominal regulating
pressure is 14 psi. It also has an integral relief valve relieving at 18 psi.
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OPERATION
Refer to Figure 7-21, Pneumatic Wing Deice System.
In the off mode the system applies a continuous vacuum to the de-ice boots while the engine is
running. The system is initiated by pressing the switch labeled BOOTS on the DE-ICING
section of the overhead panel. When the switch is in the ON position, an ON annunciator in the
switch is illuminated and a green DE ICE BOOTS caption on the CAWS illuminates. The
1MIN/3MIN switch also then becomes active. When the 3 MIN / 1 MIN switch is pressed, the
system toggles between 3 MIN and 1 MIN and an arrow symbol annunciated in the switch
shows which selection is made. When activated the timer actuates each ejector flow control
valve (EFCV) in the prescribed sequence, for eight seconds. The time to inflate and deflate all
of the de-icer units is thus 40 seconds. There is then a dwell period of 20 seconds (if the `one
minute cycle has been selected) or of 140 seconds (if the `three minute cycle has been
selected) before the inflation sequence is repeated.
Pressurization of each de-icer will cause the pressure switch to close, if there is a pressure
sequence failure, the CAWS green DE ICE BOOTS caption goes off, the amber BOOTS
DEICE caption comes on and an aural gong will sound. Operation of the wing boots can also
be observed directly during ground checkout or from the airplane cabin. If the control system is
de-activated during a de-icing cycle, the cycle will be completed prior to system shut-down.
CAUTION
OPERATION OF THE PNEUMATIC WING DEICE SYSTEM IN
AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -40 C OR ABOVE 40
C MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE DEICER
BOOTS.
INDICATION / WARNING
The BOOTS switch on the DE-ICING section of the overhead panel has an ON annunciator in
the switch and a green CAWS caption illuminates when the system is set to on. Should the
inflation pressure at the individual pressure switches not reach the nominal filling pressure of
11 psi during the inflation sequence, indicating failure, then the amber caption DE ICE BOOTS
on the CAWS is illuminated, the green CAWS caption goes off and an aural gong will sound.
After failure of the de-icing boots, the aircrew should prepare for departure of icing conditions
as soon as possible.
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WINGS
PRESSURE
SWITCHES
WINGS
SELECTOR
FLOWCONTROL
VALVES
WATER
SEPARATOR
BLEED AIR
HORIZ
STAB
PRESSURE
SWITCH
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
FIREWALL
DE ICE
TIMER
DE-ICING
BOOTS
3 MIN
1 MIN
ON
OVERHEAD PANEL
DE ICE BOOTS
120182
DE ICE BOOTS
CAWS
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GEN 2
BUS
BAT
BUS
OFF
GEN 1
BUS
3 MIN
BOOTS
DE ICE
CAWS
1
CAWS
2
1 MIN
DE ICING
BOOTS
SWITCH
DE ICE TIMER
CAWS
3 MIN/ 1 MIN
ON
EJECTOR VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCH
EJECTOR VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCH
EJECTOR VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCH
EJECTOR VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCH
EJECTOR VALVE
PRESSURE SWITCH
DE ICE
BOOTS
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
INBOARD LOWER
INBOARD UPPER
OUTBOARD LOWER
120053
OUTBOARD UPPER
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COMFORT FEATURES
GENERAL
Extra comfort for the pilot and copilot can be provided by optional equipment installed at build.
For colder climates a foot warmer system can be installed, refer to the Foot Warmer System
description and operation for more information. Noise canceling headsets can be installed in
place of the normal headsets. Power for the noise canceling function of the headsets is through
the HEADSET PILOT circuit breaker on the AVIONIC 1 bus and the HEADSET CO-PILOT
circuit breaker on the AVIONIC 2 bus. Another option or SB 25-026 installs relief tube system
for male pilots. The system has plastic horn with a spring loaded trigger. When the relief tube is
in use the trigger is pulled and fluid is then passed down tubing to overboard by the
atmospheric pressure difference.
Passenger comfort is provided for by an ECS and a pressurization system. Additional comfort
can be provided on the ground with the vapor cycle cooling system (when installed). The fans
installed at the rear of the cabin can be used to increase the general air circulation around the
cabin. The switches for the fans are on the COOLING section of the overhead panel.
CABIN FEATURES
GENERAL
The PC-12 has a large cabin that offers a flexible interior configuration for passenger and cargo
loading. There are two basic cabin configurations, a Corporate Commuter and an Executive
interior. Variations to the two basic configurations are continually being developed, refer to
Section 2 for the variations that have been approved. See Section 6 for passenger seat
locations, combi conversions and cargo loading information.
Divider walls are installed behind the pilot and copilot seats and a curtain or door fits between
the walls to form a division between the cockpit and cabin.
A fire extinguisher is located on the forward side of the cabin divider behind the copilot seat.
Full operating instructions are given on the side of the extinguisher.
A thermal blanket can be fitted on the inside of the passenger/crew door. The blanket can be
easily fitted and removed (instructions are on the blanket), its color matches the color of the
interior. It is installed on the inside of the door when closed for flight. It covers the steps on the
door to help maintain the cabin temperature during long high flights. The door operating
placards that are on the inside of the door are duplicated in the same format and attached to
the outside of the blanket.
CORPORATE COMMUTER INTERIOR
The standard Corporate Commuter Interior consists of two crew seats plus seating for up to
nine passengers. The baggage compartment is situated at the rear of the cabin and a baggage
net must be installed at frame 34 when baggage is stowed. An optional three seat bench can
be installed at the rear of the cabin in place of seats 7, 8 and 9. This provides a larger area for
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baggage stowage which is then secured with the larger baggage net. An optional bulkhead and
curtain assembly can be installed at frame 32 in front of the larger baggage net.
EXECUTIVE INTERIOR
The standard executive interior aircraft consists of two crew seats plus executive seating for six
passengers. The two forward passenger seats 1 and 2 face rearwards and the remainder face
forwards. The baggage compartment is situated at the rear of the cabin and a baggage net
must be installed at frame 34 when baggage is stowed.
Folding tables installed in the cabin sidewalls extend between the seats. Ashtrays, cupholders,
table and overhead lighting switches are provided in the sidewall armrests adjacent to each
seat. Individual reading lights and air outlets are installed in the headliner panel above each
seat position.
A toilet compartment is installed in the front right hand side of the aircraft. The forward wall of
the toilet compartment forms the cabin divider. Left and right storage cabinets are installed, the
left cabinet fits against a small divider behind the passenger door and the right cabinet fits
against the toilet compartment rear wall.
An optional wardrobe can be installed in place of the toilet compartment. The wardrobe is used
to hang up to six coats and stow small items of luggage. A safety net must be installed inside
the wardrobe above the stowed luggage. A small drawer is installed at the bottom of the
wardrobe.
An optional stereo/CD unit can be installed in the right hand cabinet. Headphone jack points
are provided adjacent to each seat. The antenna for the stereo/CD unit is installed under the
upper dorsal fairing.
Passenger information no smoking/fasten seat belt illuminated signs are installed on the rear of
left cabin divider and above the baggage compartment. The signs are turned on and off by the
pilot using the switch installed in the electrical overhead panel.
An optional three seat bench can be installed in place of the rear cabin seats. This can provide
a larger area for baggage stowage which is then secured with the larger baggage net. An
optional bulkhead and curtain assembly can be installed at frame 32 in front of the larger
baggage net.
COMBI/CARGO INTERIOR
A Combi or a full cargo interior can be made by the removal of passenger seats from both the
Corporate Commuter and Executive Interior aircraft. Cargo net attachment points are installed
in the cabin walls at frame positions 24 and 27. Baggage net attachment points are installed at
frame 34. Cargo restraining nets can be installed at the attachment points and allow lightweight
cargo to be loaded without being secured with tie-down straps. A cargo securing kit contains
the necessary items for the securing of heavyweight cargo.
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GENERAL AVIONICS INSTALLATION
AUDIO PANEL
GENERAL
The audio panel provides the capability to select transmitter and audio either though the cockpit
speakers or headphones. Crew intercom and cabin PA are also available. Aural warnings can
be heard in the headphone audio and loudspeakers.
An optional second audio control panel can be installed in the copilots instrument panel. The
operating mode is the same as that of the pilots. Each audio panel has access to the
transmitters and the intercom lines. A summing amplifier is installed to match certain warning
audio signals for the two audio panels.
AVIONICS
GENERAL
Refer to Figure 7-22, Avionics.
The standard avionics suite includes two communication/ navigation radios, a transponder, a
DME, an ADF, and a marker beacon. The radios are panel mounted, except the DME, and are
centrally located on the instrument panel. Provisions for additional optional equipment are
included in the standard avionics harness.
The Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS), Electronic Flight Instrument System
(EFIS) and auto flight system are described on the following pages.
An optional comm/nav transceivers with 8.33kHz channel spacing can be installed, this is
mandatory for aircraft that operate at high altitudes in European airspace.
Refer to the appropriate manufacturer's pilot's guide for information on individual avionics
equipment.
Refer to Section 9, Supplements, for information concerning limitations and operating
instructions for optional avionics installations.
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EADI
EADI
EHSI
EHSI
2nd
ATT
EFIS 1 SGU
EFIS 2 SGU
CDI
MFD
KMD 850
TAS
CTL
EGPWS
RMI
RMI
STORM
SCOPE
NAV1
NAV1 NAV2
ADF
HDG
OPTION
ATC
XPNDR
RA
NAVIGATION CONVERTER
VHF
NAV 1
VHF
COM 1
VHF
COM 2
VHF
NAV 2
MKR
DME
WX
ADF
AUDIO SYSTEM
PITCH
ROLL
ROLL
SERVO
AUTOPILOT
YAW
SERVO
CTL
ADC
ENC
ALT
NAV1
NAV2
ADF
HDG
2nd
AHRS
OPTIONS
HF
COM
GPS
CTL
RUDDER
TRIM
PITCH
ROLL
HDG
CTL
PITCH
SERVO
PITCH
TRIM
ALT SEL
AHRS
ALT
TRIM
TEMP
STATIC
PITOT
KEY
120197
DATA BUS
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ATTITUDE AND HEADING REFERENCE SYSTEM
GENERAL
The Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) supplies pitch, roll, heading and turn rate
information to the EFIS EADI and EHSI and the Radio Magnetic Indicator (RMI). The system
maintains accurate indications in all aircraft attitudes. The AHRS is installed in the avionics
bay and the magnetic sensing unit is within the right wing.
DESCRIPTION
The computer processes information from a Sensor Module containing a Fiber Optic Gyro
(FOG) a two-axis Electrolytic Tilt Sensor, and from a Flux valve. The system requires 28 V DC
power from either the AVIONICS 1 or AVIONICS 2 bus AHRS circuit breaker and 26 V AC from
the inverter through the AHRS HDG (for RMI) and AHRS ATT (for Wx Radar) circuit breakers.
The DG/SLAVE switch, located on the pilot's lower right switch panel, enables full gyro
operation with CW and CCW slave capability.
OPERATION
When one of the AVIONICS switches is turned ON, the system automatically goes through an
alignment process. During the first 15 seconds, phase 1, self-test functions and coarse
alignment are performed. The duration of alignment phase 2 depends upon airplane
movement. Under static conditions, no ground movement or during straight and level flight,
phase 2 alignment is completed after a further 15 seconds (30 seconds after power application)
and attitude and heading references are valid. If excessive motion is detected during
alignment, the AHRS switches to the moving alignment sequence and completion of the phase
2 alignment will take additional time. On completion of the alignment process, the ATTITUDE
FAIL and HDG flags will disappear from view on the EFIS displays and the RMI.
During normal operation, the aircraft has complete freedom to maneuver in all axis without risk
of the AHRS toppling. When in straight and level flight, the system continually re-datum's the
indications, at a slow rate, to earth vertical and magnetic North.
During continuous orbiting maneuvering with LCR-92 AHRS the attitude and heading will not
re-datum and after approximately 20 to 30 minutes the attitude and heading information is
unreliable and warning flags are set. If the warning flags are set, a reset can be performed by
flying straight and level for 10 to 60 seconds. If the AHRS does not recover after 1 minute of
straight and level flight, a hardware failure has to be suspected. To avoid this situation and to
maintain AHRS accuracy, fly the aircraft straight and level for 1 minute after each 15 minutes of
continuous maneuvering.
Two switches AHRS 1 on the pilot's lower right panel control the source of heading information
displayed. The DG/SLAVE switch selects a free gyro mode when set to DG or AHRS heading
information when the switch is set to SLAVE. The CW/CCW switch slews the heading card
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clockwise (CW) or counterclockwise (CCW) when the DG/SLAVE switch is set to DG. For
normal operation set the DG/SLAVE switch to SLAVE. DG mode is recommended when
magnetic abnormality is detected and compass re-datum is required.
BUILT-IN TEST EQUIPMENT (BITE)
The AHRS provides attitude, rate of turn and heading information regardless of aircraft
maneuver. BITE detects any system errors that occur and causes the appropriate flag to
appear on the EADI or EHSI indicating a system failure.
INDICATION / WARNING
During normal operation the following faults may be detected and displayed:
ATTITUDE FAIL (red) Appears on the EADI when attitude information is unreliable
and horizon display blanks out.
HDG FAIL (red)
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ELECTRONIC FLIGHT INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM EFS 40/50
GENERAL
The Bendix King Electronic Flight Instrumentation System ( EFIS ) is an electronic navigation
display system. The system receives data from the AHRS, angle of attack, and navigation
systems. The data is displayed to the pilot on two multimode color displays.
The following information is applicable to both pilot and copilot (if installed) EFIS installations.
DESCRIPTION
The EFIS symbol generator receives information from flight systems either directly or through
data converter adapters. Data such as aircraft attitude, heading, rate of turn and respective
valid flags are received from the Attitude and Heading Reference System ( AHRS ), and angle
of attack information are received from the SPWU. Navigational data from the various systems,
either directly or through data converters is also received by the symbol generator. The
information is processed and displayed graphically on two multicolored Display Units (DU). A
reversionary mode select switch is dedicated to EFIS 1or EFIS 2 (if installed) in order to allow
composite mode selection if one tube or a partial symbol generator failure occurs. This function
allows the restoration of critical flight data. The EFIS CMPST switch is located on the pilots
lower right instrument panel.
The symbol generator monitors the system for faults using continuous Built In Test (BIT) and, if
errors are detected, are displayed on the DU's. A self test is available by pushing the TEST
REF switch which initiates a self test of the system the result of which is displayed on the DU's.
Two DU's are installed in the instrument panel. The DU's are electronically identical but differ
physically, with a slip-skid inclinometer installed on the upper DU. During normal operation, the
upper DU is used as an Electronic Attitude Director Indicator ( EADI ) and the lower DU is used
as an Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator ( EHSI ).
The EFIS control panel is installed in the center console. This control panel is for the selection
of display mode, format and navigation data, brightness control of the display units, course
pointer, and heading bug selection.
The EFIS is supplied with DC power from both the AVIONICS 1 and AVIONICS 2 bus. This
prevents a total loss of the system in the event of a single DC bus failure. Similarly, system AC
power can be provided from either of two switchable static inverters ( BAT or GEN ).
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ELECTRONIC ATTITUDE DIRECTOR INDICATOR
The Electronic Attitude Director Indicator ( EADI ) displays aircraft flight attitude from roll, pitch,
yaw and heading data provided by the AHRS. Refer to Figure 7-23, EADI.
Airplane Symbol:
Sky Pointer:
The roll attitude scale is marked at 10, 20, 30, 45, and 60
degrees. Roll indication opposite direction of turn. Recovery
from a turn is in the direction of the sky pointer.
Speed Pointer:
Glideslope:
Marker Beacon:
Inclinometer:
Heading Tape:
Lateral Deviation:
Lateral deviation scale and bar are for the primary navigation
sensor.
Rising Runway:
Radar Altimeter
(if installed)
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altimeter height and annunciation. In the lower right corner of
the display, a green alphanumeric field displays the selected
DH. This field is active only when the DH set knob is active or
when the radar altimeter is providing valid height data. To the
right and above center of the display, a yellow DH alert is
displayed in a black box outlined in yellow. When the radar
altimeter height is equal to or less than the selected decision
height, the DH annunciator will be displayed combined with an
aural alert. When first activated, the DH annunciator will flash
for 10 seconds. The DH symbol is a large yellow DH on a
black background enclosed in a yellow box, located to the right
of the pitch scale and above the horizon line when in normal
attitude.
ELECTRONIC HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR
The Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator (EHSI) can provide 360 compass HSI, 120 arc
sectored HSI and navigation map displays. The type of display is selected on the EHSI control
panel located on the center console. Refer to Figure 7-24, EHSI.
360 Compass Display
Normal Compass
Card Display:
Symbolic Airplane:
Navigation Source
Annunciation:
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HEADING
TAPE
SKY POINTER
BENDIX / KING
ANGLE OF
ATTACK
DISPLAY
20
20
F
10
A
N
10
10
G
S
GLIDESLOPE
DISPLAY
SYMBOLIC
AIRCRAFT
10
S
20
SPEED
POINTER
20
LOC
OM
RISING
RUNWAY
MARKER
BEACON
DISPLAY
RATE OF
TURN POINTER
INCLINOMETER
COURSE
DEVIATION
DISPLAY
120055
RATE OF
TURN SCALE
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Wind Speed
and Vector
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DRIFT ANGLE
BUG
WIND
SPEED
NORMAL COMPASS
CARD DISPLAY
SELECTED COURSE
DISPLAY
DISTANCE GROUND
SPEED AND TIME
BENDIX / KING
WIND
VECTOR
CRS 360
COURSE
POINTER
12.6 NM
120 KT
23
24
21
SYMBOLIC
AIRCRAFT
GLIDESLOPE
DISPLAY
VOR 1
12.6 NM
360
VOR 2
-NM
COURSE DEVIATION
DISPLAY
BEARING POINTER
DISPLAY
120222
BEARING POINTER
DISPLAY
G
S
12
15
L
O
PRIMARY
NAVIGATION
SOURCE
ANNUNCIATION
30
33
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KT
MN
BENDIX / KING
12.6 NM
120 KT
CRS 360
PRIMARY
NAVIGATION
SOURCE
ANNUNCIATION
VOR
LOC
GPS
ADF
TST
30
33
G
S
GLIDESLOPE
DISPLAY
GS
24
12
BLANK
1
2
15
1
SYSTEM
ANNUNCIATOR
L
O
360
21
VOR 2
30.8 NM
VOR 1
12.6 NM
BEARING POINTER/DME
TUNING SOURCE
VOR 1
12.6 NM
BLANK
VOR
GPS
ADF
BLANK
VOR
GPS
ADF
DME
DISTANCE
VOR 2
30.8 NM
DME
DISTANCE
BEARING POINTER
SELECT ANNUNCIATOR
BEARING POINTER
SELECT ANNUNCIATOR
BLANK
120057
BLANK
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Heading Select Bug:
Course Pointer:
Course Deviation
Scale:
ANGULAR
DEV
VOR
1 dot
2 dots
5.0 deg
10.0 deg
ADF
1 dot
2 dots
7.5 deg
15.0 deg
GPS
(DEGREES)
LINEAR
DEV
(MILES)
1 dot
2 dots
2.5 NM
5.0 NM
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To/From Indicator:
(not illus. in
Fig. 7-23)
Distance and
Ground Speed
Display:
Bearing Pointer
Display:
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Course Annunciation:
Symbolic Aircraft
Display:
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Selected Course
Display:
Course Deviation
Display:
TO/FROM Display:
Bearing Pointer
Display:
Range Ring
Display:
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TO/FROM DISPLAY
TO
FR
BENDIX / KING
28.4 NM
175 KT
CRS 310 TO
MAP 360
COMPASS
CARD DISPLAY
33
30
SELECTED COURSE
DISPLAY
20
P
S
24
12
21
VOR 1
25.0 NM
360
VOR 2
-NM
COURSE DEVIATION
DISPLAY
120058
BEARING POINTER
DISPLAY
15
SYMBOLIC
AIRCRAFT
RANGE RING
DISPLAY
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ARC Display
The expanded ( ARC ) format provides an enlarged display for increased resolution to NAV
data due to the enlarged compass scale presentation. Refer to Figure 7-26, Arc Display.
The following will address only those areas of the EHSI ARC Mode which are different from the
standard compass presentations previously described.
Heading Bug:
Course Deviation
Scale:
Course Pointer:
The course pointer may not be in view but the CRS readout
will be displayed in the upper left corner.
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BENDIX / KING
36.7 NM
243 KT
CRS 340
N
33
V
COURSE
POINTER
3
90
HEADING
SELECT BUG
O
R
1
40
120059
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EFIS CONTROL PANEL
Refer to Figure 7-27, EFIS Control Panel. The EFIS Control Panel is located on the center
console and provide the following functions.
NAV SENSOR
SELECT:
1-2 SYSTEM
SELECT:
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NUMBER 1 SYSTEM
BEARING POINTER
SELECT:
one
bearing
pointer
VOR 1
GPS
ADF
Only those sensors installed in this aircraft and interfaced will
be selectable for use and display.
NUMBER 2 SYSTEM
BEARING POINTER
SELECT:
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HSI 360 DEGREE:
ARC MODE
SELECTION:
The ARC mode provides the pilot with a large scale view of the
CDI by presenting an approximate 85 degree sector display of
the compass.
The EHSI has two possible ARC sectored display formats:
standard HSI compass rose and ARC NAV MAP mode. A
press of the ARC button will sequentially select the possible
display formats.
A press of the ARC button while in the 360 degree mode will
result in an ARC presentation of the same format. For
example, if the 360 NAV MAP mode was being displayed and
the ARC button was pressed, the resulting display format
would be ARC NAV MAP. A press of the HSI button while in
the ARC mode will change the display to the standard HSI
compass rose.
The ARC display selection list may include the following:
ARC COMPASS ROSE WITH NAV DISPLAY
ARC NAV MAP
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DH SET:
(if installed)
TST/REF
TST:
REF:
RALT TST:
(if installed)
COURSE SELECT
KNOB:
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HEADING SELECT
KNOB:
DISPLAY UNIT
BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL:
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NAV SENSOR
SELECT
RADIO ALTITUDE
TEST
DECISION HEIGHT
CONTROL
EHSI DISPLAY
SYS REF CHANGE
OR
EFIS SELF TEST
ARC MODE
SELECTION
RALT
DH
HSI
--TST-ARC
SYS
NAV
DISPLAY UNIT
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
REF
BRT
RNG
CRS
HDG
1-2
RANGE SELECTION
1 - 2 SYSTEM
SELECT
HEADING
SELECT KNOB
120060
COURSE
SELECT KNOB
RNG
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MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY (KMD 850)
The KMD 850 Multi-function display (MFD) is an independent Liquid crystal display (LCD)
which shows:
The MFD is installed in the center instrument panel and contains the controls and indicators
necessary to operate the MFD in each of its operating modes. The MFD has the following
controls and display. Ref. Fig 7.28:
Display area
The display area operates in the mode set by the function select keys. The functions that can
be set on the display area are:
Map function When the start up sequence is complete, the MFD shows a
TOPO ON MAP page, if the MFD has a valid GPS input the map corresponds
to the position of the aircraft
Weather Radar function When the WX function key is pushed the weather
radar page is shown
Auxiliary function When the AUX function key is pushed, the MFD shows an
auxiliary code cover page. This provides access to the MFD set up pages.
Terrain function (if EGPWS is installed) When the TERR function key is
pushed, the MFD shows the terrain page for the EGPWS
Traffic function (if TCAS is installed) When the TRFC function key is pushed,
the MFD shows the traffic page for TCAS
Joystick
The joystick moves a pointer around the LCD display. The joystick is used to point at items on
the map page for further information and for measuring range and bearing to specific points.
When the WX radar function is selected, the joystick controls the tilt angle and track line of the
antenna. On the AUX setup pages the joystick is used to select and change the settings for a
given set up field.
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Control keys
The control keys are used to manipulate the page that is currently displayed. Either a soft label
on the LCD on the left side of the key or the control key annunciator on the right side of the
control key indicates the functionality of each key.
The control key functions are MODE, RNG UP, RNG DOWN, VIEW and OVLY.
MODE This key makes the display sequence through all available modes
associated with the displayed page
RNG UP This key increases the range scale up one level on the displayed page.
The default range on start up is 80 nm.
RNG DOWN This key decreases the range scale down one level on the displayed
page.
VIEW This key makes the display sequence through the available views associated
with the displayed page.
OVLY This key allows data from more than one source to be displayed
simultaneously on the display screen.
The MFD has a fault indicator located between the RNG UP and RNG DOWN keys. When
there is a hardware fault detected, the letter F in a circle appears.
Inner and Outer control knobs
The inner and outer control knobs have various functions as indicated by the relevant soft label
when active. If the weather radar page is selected the inner knob controls the gain of the
weather radar in the ground mapping mode. The outer knob acts as the weather radar function
selector for the standby, test and on functions.
Selected function indicators
The selected function indicators come on when the applicable function key is pushed to set a
particular function of the display.
Function select keys
The function select keys select the available data sources to be displayed on the display area.
The function select keys have the following captions:
MAP
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When a function select key is pushed, the indicator above the key is illuminated to show that
the function has been selected for display. If the key is pressed multiple times in sequence, the
available pages associated with the particular function are shown on the display area.
OFF/ON control
The OFF/ON control sets the MFD to on or off.
Regional map data card
The regional map data card is a front panel loading PCMCIA flashdisk. The card contains
application software and a customized Jeppesen aeronautical database. Three regions are
covered on different databases, the Atlantic, Americas and Pacific. The appropriate database
card for your area must be installed before switching on the MFD. The database contains data
VORs, NDBs, intersections and special use airspace. The data card also has a topographical
database which includes rivers, roads, lakes, coastlines, cities, rail tracks, and towers.
Brightness control
The brightness control changes the intensity of the display.
Detailed operating instructions or technical information for the KMD 850 Multi-Function Display
may be obtained by consulting the latest available revision of the pilots guide Pt No 006-182220000.
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DISPLAY
AREA
JOYSTICK
BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
FAULT
INDICATOR
REGIONAL
MAP
DATACARD
CONTROL
KEYS
SELECTED
FUNCTION
INDICATORS
OFF ON
OFF/ON
CONTROL
MAP
WX
TRFC
TERR
AUX
INNER AND
OUTER
CONTROL
KNOBS
120198
FUNCTION
SELECT KEYS
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WEATHER RADAR (IF INSTALLED)
Display
Weather radar information may be displayed with or without navigation data presentation on
the EFIS or the MFD. When selected, a vertical view of the weather return along the Track
Line may be displayed on the MFD. Refer to Figure 7-29, MFD Weather Only Display.
Radar Mode:
Track Line:
Track Line
Location
Annunciation:
Select Range:
Range Rings:
Symbolic Aircraft:
Tilt Angle:
Profile Angle:
Altitude Lines:
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TRACK LINE
LOCATION
ANNUNCIATION
SELECT RANGE
L42
20
TRACK LINE
RANGE
RINGS
10
WX
2.2
RADAR MODE
OFF ON
MAP
WX
TILT ANGLE
TRFC
TERR
AUX
SYMBOLIC AIRCRAFT
120199
WEATHER ONLY
DISPLAY SELECTED
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PROFILE ANGLE
PROFILE
L42
SYMBOLIC
AIRCRAFT
+30
ALTITUDE
LINES
-30
5
WX
RADAR MODE
10
15
20
TRFC
TERR
OFF ON
MAP
WX
AUX
RANGE RINGS
120200
VP MODE SELECTED
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Control Panel
Weather radar display is controlled by a panel located on the center lower panel of the cockpit.
Refer to Figure 7-30, Radar Control Panel.
The Radar Control Panel provides the following functions.
Radar Function
Selector Switch:
TST
STBY -
OFF
WX Button:
WXA:
GND MAP:
VP:
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FUNCTION
SELECTOR
MODE
PUSHSWITCHES
ON
TST
Wx
WxA
VP
TRK
STBY
GND
MAP
OFF
TRK
GAIN
UP
TILT
DN
PULL STAB OFF
WEATHER RADAR
CONTROL PANEL
TILT CONTROL
120064
GAIN CONTROL
MODE
PUSHSWITCHES
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TRK Buttons:
2.
Lightning Button:
(if installed)
the form of cells (areas) of electrical discharge (not individual discharges). The
locations of up to 63 cells are displayed, together with the intensity level of each cell. There
are three levels of intensity, level 1 is the lowest rate of electrical discharge and level 3 is the
highest.
The lightning display mode is selected/deselected on the weather display by pressing the
Lightning button on the Radar Control Panel. The lightning mode status is shown on the EFIS
display in a data field above the weather radar data fields. The lightning data field shows a
lightning bolt followed by ON (lightning mode selected), OFF (lightning mode deselected) or
FLT (fault). The default condition is lightning mode OFF at system power up.
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With lightning mode ON, up to 63 grey colored lightning cell symbols can be displayed on the
EFIS. There are three lightning cell symbols to show the different levels of lightning intensity.
The level 1 (lowest rate of discharge) symbol is a lightning bolt with no arrowheads. Level 2 has
one arrowhead. Level 3 (highest rate of discharge) has two arrowheads. The lightning symbols
can appear anywhere in the 360 degrees of display area (unlike weather radar information).
A pushswitch marked STORMSCOPE CLEAR is used to erase the lightning data from the
Stormscope System memory. This removes the accumulated lightning cell symbols from the
EFIS display in order to start a new display.
OPERATION
Refer to the Bendix/King EFS 40/50 Pilot's Guide for detailed operating information.
When the main DC distribution system is energized, the EFIS is switched on by selecting the
AVIONICS 1 and AVIONICS 2 switches to ON. Various flags may be annunciated on the
displays after initial power on, indicating systems which are not immediately ready for use.
At initial power on the system conducts a self test. The displays should be clear of warning
flags shortly after power on. System testing can be initiated using the test switch.
In the event of a DU or EADI symbol generator failure, a combined ( composite ) display of
EADI and EHSI information may be displayed on the remaining operational DU. This is
accomplished by setting the appropriate EFIS switch to the CMPST position. The navigation
information added is the standard deviation scale, selected course and heading, distance
information, selected navigation sensor, and the TO/FROM display. This format presents the
pilot with a familiar display that requires minimal transition time when it is selected for use. The
function of the control panel, navigation guidance presentation and color coding remain the
same as in normal operation.
The pilot's EFIS switch is located on the pilot's lower right panel and the copilot's EFIS switch
(if installed) is located on the copilot's lower right panel.
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RADIO ALTITUDE
DISPLAY
COURSE POINTER
BENDIX / KING
100
RA
20
10
PRIMARY
NAVIGATION
SOURCE
ANNUNCIATION
10
32
L
O
C
10
HEADING
SELECT BUG
20
G
S
GLIDESLOPE
DISPLAY
10
1
20
DME DISTANCE
DISPLAY
175 NM
IM
CRS
355
COURSE DEVIATION
DISPLAY
HDG
020
SELECTED HEADING
DISPLAY
120065
SELECTED COURSE
DISPLAY
20
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BENDIX / KING
20
20
10
10
32
V
O
R
10
10
1
20
175 NM
CRS
355
20
TO
HDG
020
120066
TO/FROM DISPLAY
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INDICATION / WARNING
During normal operation the following faults may be detected and displayed automatically.
SG ( Red ):
CP ( Red ):
Blank CRT:
DU ( Yellow ):
Refer to the Bendix/King Pilot's Guide for additional warning caution flags.
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AUTOPILOT
GENERAL
The autopilot installed in the PC-12 aircraft is the Bendix/King KFC 325 Digital Automatic Flight
Control System (AFCS). The limitations presented in Section 2 of this Handbook are pertinent
to the operation of the KFC 325 AFCS as installed. The Automatic Flight Control System must
be operated within the limitations specified. Refer to the appropriate sections of this Handbook
for the Emergency and Normal Procedures associated with this installation.
The KFC 325 Digital AFCS has 3 axis control: pitch, roll and yaw.
The KFC 325 Digital AFCS has an automatic electric pitch trim system which provides pitch
autotrim during autopilot operation. When the pitch autotrim function is in operation, a signal is
sent to the triple trim indicator to illuminate the pitch trim light (if this version of indicator is
installed). The autotrim system is designed to withstand any single inflight malfunction. Trim
faults are visually and aurally annunciated.
The KFC 325 Digital AFCS has an automatic rudder trim relief function which provides
directional trim during yaw damper and autopilot operation. When the rudder autotrim function
is in operation, a signal is sent to the triple trim indicator to illuminate the rudder trim light (if this
version of indicator is installed).
No aileron autotrim function is available.
Vertical autopilot functions include Altitude Select and Vertical Speed modes.
A lockout device prevents autopilot engagement until the system has been successfully
preflight tested.
DESCRIPTION
MODE CONTROLLER
The KFC 325 AFCS operation is controlled by a KMC 321 Mode Controller located at the top of
the center panel. Refer to Figure 7-33, Autopilot Mode Controller. Autopilot mode selection
provides the following functions.
HDG:
NAV:
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Director will command tracking of the coupled navigation
receiver based on the EHSI selected primary navigation
source. Glideslope coupling is inhibited in the NAV mode.
APR:
YD:
AP:
DN/UP:
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UP
HDG
NAV
APR
ALT
IAS
FD
SOFT
RIDE
YD
AP
HALF
BANK
TEST
120067
DN
ALT:
IAS:
FD:
SOFT RIDE:
Engages the Soft Ride mode. Soft Ride mode decreases the
autopilot gains thus decreasing the aggressiveness of the
autopilot resulting in a more comfortable ride in turbulent
conditions. Routine use of this mode during all flight conditions
will result in less than optimum autopilot performance. Soft
Ride mode is automatically disengaged when the Approach
mode is activated.
HALF BANK:
TEST:
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monitors, and testing of the computers internal logic circuits.
The AP annunciator will flash for approximately six seconds
upon successful completion of the Preflight Test. An aural tone
accompanies the flashing AP annunciation. The Autopilot
mode will not be enabled until the Preflight Test has been
successfully passed.
ALTITUDE / VERTICAL SPEED PRESELECT
The KAS 297C operation is controlled by a Controller located in the pilot's instrument panel.
Refer to Figure 7-35, Altitude / Vertical Speed Preselect Controller. Mode selection provides
the following functions.
VERTICAL SPEED /
ALTITUDE SELECT
KNOB
ARM
OUT -
ENG
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OPERATION
AUTOPILOT
Emergency and Normal Procedures are detailed in Sections 3 and 4 of this Handbook.
The following conditions will cause the autopilot to automatically disengage:
Pilot related input
Roll rates in excess of 10 per second will cause the autopilot to disengage
except when the CWS switch is held depressed.
Manual trim engage pilot or copilot, FD and operational modes remain
engaged.
Alternate trim action.
Activation of Trim Interrupt.
System related input
Power failure.
Internal Flight Control System failure.
Pitch rates in excess of 5 per second will cause the autopilot to disengage
except when the CWS switch is held depressed.
Accelerations outside of a +1.6 g to +0.3 g envelope (1.0 g's being normal for
straight and level flight). Disengagement will take place regardless of whether
or not the CWS switch is activated.
The presence of an EFIS ATT/HDG flag.
disengage.
+15 -10
+20 -10
+20 -20
rate limited
The following circuit breakers are used to protect the following elements of the King KFC 325
Autopilot:
Avionic Bus 2
26 V AC Bus
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ALTITUDE / VERTICAL SPEED PRESELECT
Emergency and Normal Procedures are detailed in Sections 3 and 4 of this Handbook.
CONTROL WHEEL STEERING
Mounted on each inboard control wheel horn is the Control Wheel Steering (CWS) switch.
Pressing the CWS pushbutton disengages the autopilot servo clutches and allows manual
control of the aircraft. Upon release of the pushbutton, the autopilot clutches re-engage and
the autopilot follows the new vertical reference if no lateral or vertical mode was selected or retrack the previous engaged AP mode.
If the Flight Director is not engaged when the CWS pushbutton is depressed, the Flight Director
will be activated in the Pitch Attitude and Wings Level Hold mode. The Flight Director
command bar will synchronize the aircraft to the attitude present upon pushbutton release. Resynchronisation is possible by pressing the CWS button again.
AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT
Mounted on each outboard control wheel horn is the Autopilot Disconnect switch. When
momentarily pressed, it disengages the autopilot and yaw damper and cancels all operating
Flight Director modes. A tone will sound upon successful autopilot disconnect. Automatic pitch
trim function is inhibited and the second pitch trim motor reverts to alternate pitch trim function.
MANUAL TRIM ENGAGE
Mounted on each outboard control wheel horn is the manual trim engage switch. When
momentarily pressed, it disengages the autopilot but leaves the yaw damper and all selected
modes including the flight director engaged. A tone will sound upon successful autopilot
disconnect. Rudder trim relief function will be operational as long as the yaw damper is
activated.
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INDICATION / WARNING
AUTOPILOT
The engaged and armed autopilot modes are annunciated on the Mode Controller and in the
upper area of the EADI. Refer to Figure 7-34, Autopilot Mode Annunciations. The following
annunciations are illuminated on the Mode Controller ( EADI annunciations are shown in Figure
7-34).
HDG:
NAV:
NAV ARM:
APR:
APR ARM:
BC:
YD:
AP:
ALT:
mode is engaged by
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IAS:
FD:
SR:
HB:
TRIM:
EFIS
All armed or captured modes are duplicated in the EFIS EADI display. The following additional
autopilot annunciators are presented in the EFIS EADI.
PTRM: (red)
ROLL: (yellow)
AP: (red)
CAWS
Additional autopilot annunciations are provided on the CAWS panel.
A/P TRIM: (red)
AP DISENG: (amber) Indicates that the autopilot pitch and aileron servo is
disengaged. During CWS activation with an engaged autopilot,
disengage annunciation is inhibited. A/P DISENG caution is
delayed 3 seconds in order to prevent aural warning conflict
with the autopilot system. A/P DISENG caution goes off after
30 seconds.
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BENDIX / KING
AP
YD
SR
HB
CWS
HDG
BC
20
10
10
G
S
10
20
20
LOC
NAV ARM
APR ARM
HDG
NAV
APR
ALT
IAS
FD
ALT
IAS
FD
BC
SR
SOFT
RIDE
YD
AP
YD
AP
HB
TRIM
HALF
BANK
TEST
120068
HDG
UP
20
10
DN
IAS
ALT
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ALTITUDE / VERTICAL SPEED PRESELECT
The engaged and armed modes are annunciated on the Controller and in the upper area of the
EADI. Refer to Figure 7-35, Altitude / Vertical Speed Preselect Annunciations. The following
annunciations are illuminated on the Controller ( EADI annunciations are shown in Figure
7-34).
VS:
ALERT:
ALTITUDE /
VERTICAL SPEED
NOTE
Attention is required to determine if the number selected is
selected vertical speed or selected altitude, depending on the
position of the small concentric knob. However, the display will
start to flash after 5 seconds if it is displaying a selected
vertical speed.
VERTICAL SPEED
UP / DOWN CARET
ARM:
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SET
ENG
V
S
VS
ARM
A
L
T
ARM
ALERT
PULL
VS
FT/MIN
120069
CAPT
FT / MIN:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
8-1
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
8-1
AIRPLANE INSPECTIONS
8-1
8-1
8-2
8-3
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
8-3
MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS
8-4
8-4
GROUND HANDLING
8-4
TOWING
PARKING
8-4
8-6
MOORING
8-9
JACKING
8-11
8-11
8-11
8-11
SERVICING
8-14
BATTERY
8-14
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Subject
Page
SERVICING (CONT'D)
ENGINE OIL
Oil Replenishment Procedure
Complete Oil System Replenishment
8-14
8-16
8-16
FUEL SYSTEM
Refueling Precautions
Fueling Procedure
Fuel Contamination
Fuel Anti-Ice Additive
8-17
8-17
8-18
8-19
8-20
8-22
8-22
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
8-23
LUBRICATION POINTS
8-23
OXYGEN SYSTEM
8-24
REPLENISHMENT PROCEDURE
8-24
8-27
WINDSHIELD/SIDE WINDOWS
Windshield (Glass)
Side Windows (Acrylic)
8-27
8-28
8-28
8-29
8-30
PROPELLER CARE
8-31
8-31
ENGINE CARE
8-32
INTERIOR CARE
8-32
EXTENDED STORAGE
8-33
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
GENERAL
This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and routine
care and servicing of the PC-12 airplane. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance
requirements that must be followed if the airplane is to retain its performance and dependability.
It is recommended that a planned schedule be followed for lubrication and preventive
maintenance based on climatic and flying conditions which may be encountered.
All correspondence regarding the airplane must contain a reference to the manufacturer's serial
number (MSN) and be addressed to:
PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT GENERAL AVIATION,
CH-6371 STANS,
SWITZERLAND
Tel:
Fax:
eMail:
41-41-619 3333
41-41-619 7311
[email protected]
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. cannot accept responsibility for continued airworthiness of any airplane not
maintained in accordance with the information contained within this section or the Airplane
Maintenance Manual (AMM).
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
An identification plate is located on the lower left side of the fuselage aft of the cargo door. This
plate displays the manufacturer's name, model designation, serial number (MSN), date of
manufacture and the FOCA and FAA type certificate numbers.
Certain regulations may require an identification plate that displays the airplane registration
number. This identification plate is located in the empennage.
AIRPLANE INSPECTIONS
AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS
As required by regulations, all civil airplanes must undergo a complete inspection annually
(each twelve calendar months). In addition to the required annual inspection, the manufacturer
also requires Inspections based on flying hours and Time Limited Inspections.
Other inspections may be required by the issuance of airworthiness directives or service
bulletins applicable to the airplane, engine, propeller and components. It is the responsibility of
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the operator to ensure compliance with all applicable airworthiness directives and, when the
inspections are repetitive, to take appropriate steps to prevent inadvertent non-compliance.
AIRPLANE SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS
As required by regulations, the airplane must be the subject of a complete Annual Inspection
each 12 calendar months of operation. In addition, national regulations may require periodic,
hourly inspections. The PC-12 AMM Chapter 5 gives the manufacturers recommended time
limits for inspections, maintenance checks and the scheduled and unscheduled inspections.
The inspection intervals are based on normal usage of the airplane under average
environmental conditions. Airplane operated in extremely humid tropics, or in exceptionally cold,
damp climates, salt-laden conditions may need more frequent inspections for wear, corrosion
and lubrication. Under these adverse conditions, the Hourly Inspection should be done in
compliance with the inspection sheets at a more frequent interval. The owner or operator can
then set his own inspection interval based on field experience.
The Hourly Inspection interval should never be exceeded by more than 10 hours, which can be
used only if additional time is required to reach a maintenance center. Any extension of the
hourly interval must be subtracted from the following inspection interval. For an example, if a
100 Hour Inspection is at 110 hours, the next is due 90 hours later at 200 hours.
The owner or operator is responsible for complying with any local regulations. The owner or
operator is primarily responsible for maintaining the airplane in an airworthy condition, including
compliance with Airworthiness Directives. It is further the responsibility of the owner or operator
to make sure that the airplane is inspected in conformity with the inspection sheets.
Inspection sheets have been prepared to assist the owner or operator in meeting the foregoing
responsibilities. They include, together with the inspection requirements, lists of tools,
equipment, parts and materials which are necessary to do the inspections. The inspections
sheets are not intended to be all-inclusive, for no such sheets can replace the good judgment of
a qualified mechanic in the performance of his duties. As the one primarily responsible for the
airworthiness of the airplane, the owner or operator should select only qualified personnel to
maintain the airplane.
Detailed information of systems and sub-systems on the airplane can be found in the relevant
chapters of the AMM. Reference is made to the topics in this manual and Pilatus issued Service
Bulletins for inspection, repair, removal and installation procedures called for in the inspection
sheets. It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to make sure that mechanics inspecting
the airplane have access to these documents as well as the inspection sheets.
The Hourly Inspection and Annual Inspection sheets list the maintenance and structural
significant items for inspection and state the level of inspection required.
The Time Limited Inspection sheets list items that require inspecting at intervals that are
different from the hourly and annual inspections.
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COMPONENT LIFE POLICY
The AMM Section 4 contains the Airworthiness Limitations which specify Life Limit and
Inspection Intervals for major components of the airplane.
The AMM Section 5 contains the time limits for overhaul and replacement of components based
on average usage and environmental conditions. The stated time limits do not constitute a
guarantee that the component will remain in service until this time as the environmental
conditions that the component is operated in cannot be controlled by the manufacturer.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Pilots operating airplane should refer to the regulations of the country of registry for information
on preventive maintenance that may be performed by pilots.
The holder of a Pilot Certificate may perform certain preventive maintenance described in FAR
Part 43. This maintenance may be performed only on an airplane which the pilot owns or
operates and which is not used to carry persons or property for hire, except as provided in the
applicable FAR's. Although such maintenance is allowed by law, each individual should make
an analysis as to whether he/she has the ability to perform the work.
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd should be contacted for further information, or for the required maintenance
which must be accomplished by appropriately licensed personnel. All other maintenance
required on the airplane should be accomplished by the appropriately licensed personnel.
The aircraft has Computer Aided Testing (CAT) connectors which are installed in the
maintenance test panel on the right side of the flight compartment. They are the central access
point for ground maintenance to do aircraft system tests using either a portable computer or a
maintenance box. Serious flight safety implications could result if equipment is connected to the
CAT connectors during flight. The protective CAT connector caps must be installed during flight
and all test equipment must be removed from the aircraft.
If maintenance is accomplished, an entry must be made in the appropriate logbook. The entry
should contain:
The date the work was accomplished.
Description of the work.
Number of hours on the airplane.
The certificate number of pilot performing the work.
Signature of the individual doing the work.
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MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS
It is essential that the Airworthiness Authorities of the country of registry be contacted prior to
any modifications to the airplane to ensure that the airworthiness of the airplane is not violated.
Modifications or repairs to the airplane must be accomplished by licensed personnel.
GROUND HANDLING
TOWING
The use of a towing arm which attaches to lugs on the nose leg is the recommended method of
towing the airplane over prepared, hard, even ground. The towing arm should incorporate shock
absorbers to prevent damage to the airplane. The steering arm provided for this airplane is a
steering bar extension to the tail stand. When not in use the components of the towing arm are
stowed inside the rear fuselage cone accessible through the battery door.
When towing the airplane, a qualified person should sit in the cockpit ready for immediate
braking action, in the event that the towing arm becomes uncoupled. The movement of the
towing vehicle should always be started and stopped slowly to avoid unnecessary shock loads.
When towing in a congested area, two helpers should watch the wing tip and tail clearances.
In any towing operation, especially when towing with a vehicle, do not exceed the nose gear
maximum tow limit angle either side of center, or damage to the nose gear will result. The
maximum tow limit angle is indicated by a placard on the nose strut. If the airplane is towed or
pushed over a rough surface during hangaring, watch that the normal cushioning action of the
nose gear does not cause excessive vertical movement of the tail and the resulting contact with
low hangar doors or structure. A flat nose tire will also increase the tail height.
In the event that towing lines are necessary, ropes should be attached to the main gear struts
as high as possible without contacting brake lines or wire harness. The lines should be long
enough to clear the nose and/or tail by not less than 20 feet. A qualified person should occupy
the pilot's seat to maintain control of the airplane by the use of the nose wheel steering and
brakes.
It is acceptable to tow the aircraft by grasping the nose wheel and lifting it just enough to clear
the ground.
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TAIL STAND/STEERING
BAR STOWAGE INSIDE
FUSELAGE
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PARKING
In normal weather conditions, the airplane can be parked on any firm surface, headed into wind
(if possible) and the parking brake applied, or wheel chocks in place, or both. Parking for long
periods should be done with wheel chocks in place and the parking brake released. Install
cockpit control locks. Blanks and covers should be fitted at any time the airplane is parked for
an extended time or overnight (Ref. Fig. 8-2). The airplane should be moored if it is to be parked
in the open for long periods and weather conditions are unfavorable. In extreme conditions, the
airplane should be parked in a hangar, as structural damage can occur in high winds, even
when moored correctly.
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B
C
A
A
D
C
B
120186
FWD
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A
D
FWD
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MOORING
The airplane should be moored for immovability, security and protection. The following
procedures should be used for the proper mooring of the airplane (Ref. Figs. 8-2 and 8-3):
Head the airplane into wind, where possible.
Retract the flaps.
Close the inertial separator.
Install cockpit control locks.
Chock the wheels.
Install the blanks and covers.
Install the propeller anchor.
Secure tiedown ropes to the wings at approximately 45 and tail tiedown points at a
maximum of 25 angle to the ground.
Fit the propeller boots, and attach to the nose landing gear, to prevent engine wind
milling.
CAUTION
USE BOWLINE KNOTS, SQUARE KNOTS OR LOCKED SLIP
KNOTS. DO NOT USE PLAIN SLIP KNOTS.
CAUTION
MAKE SURE PROPELLER ANCHOR IS PROPERLY
INSTALLED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE
DUE TO WINDMILLING WITH ZERO OIL PRESSURE.
NOTE
When using rope of a non-synthetic material, leave sufficient
slack to avoid damage to the airplane should the ropes contract.
Hemp ropes contract significantly in high moisture conditions.
NOTE
Additional preparations for high winds include using tiedown
ropes from the nose landing gear.
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A
GROUND MOORING POINTS
B
A
C
A
C
25
25
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JACKING
SINGLE WHEEL JACKING
To assist in wheel and brake maintenance, both the two main wheels and the nose wheel can
be jacked, independently, using a bottle jack and an adapter (Ref. Fig. 8-4). The adapters are
shaped to accept the piston of a bottle jack. It is advisable that when jacking the nose wheel up,
the tail support should be fitted in the rear main jacking pad as a precautionary measure.
Chock the other two tires before single wheel jacking to prevent airplane movement.
AIRPLANE JACKING
The airplane is equipped with two main jacking points and a combined tail jacking pad/mooring
point (Ref. Fig. 8-5). The two main jacking points are located on the wing bottom surface just
outboard of the fuselage and the tail jacking pad is located on the fuselage bottom surface just
forward of the empennage.
Hydraulic jacks are used at the main jacking points to raise and lower the airplane. The tail
jacking point is used to maintain the airplane in a level attitude during lifting. When the airplane
is raised or lowered, the airplane tail is also progressively raised or lowered accordingly.
CAUTION
ATTACH BALLAST TO THE TAIL JACKING POINT TO
PREVENT ANY POSSIBLE REAR FUSELAGE UPWARDS
MOVEMENT, WHILE THE AIRPLANE IS ON JACKS.
Refer to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual Chap 7 for procedures on lifting and lowering the
complete airplane and information concerning the amount of ballast to be attached to the tail
jacking point.
NOTE
When jacking the airplane outdoors, use the tiedown for
provisions for the wing and tail as described in Figure 8-3.
LEVELLING
Longitudinal and lateral levelling of the airplane is achieved by positioning a spirit level along or
across one of the seat rails in the aft fuselage area. This task is normally done in conjunction
with raising the airplane on the three main jacks for weighing, setting of landing lights and fuel
system calibration.
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A
C
B
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TAIL JACKING
MOORING POINT
330 TO
550 lbs
25
MAX.
TAIL JACK
120097
MAIN JACK
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SERVICING
In addition to the inspection periods (detailed in Airplane Inspection) and the pre-flight
inspections provided in Section 4 of this Handbook, complete servicing instructions are detailed
in the AMM Chapter 12-00-00. The following sub-paragraphs give an overview.
BATTERY
Access to the battery (batteries - if second battery installed) is gained by opening the hinged
panel (31AB) located on the rear fuselage bottom surface. The battery (batteries - if second
battery installed) must be regularly maintained in accordance with the AMM. The operator must
also make sure that the battery vents pipes which extrude from the fuselage, just aft of the
hinged panel, are free of dirt and any sign of corrosion. In the event that corrosion or a blockage
is found, a maintenance shop visit is required, as this situation - if left unchecked - could lead to
explosive pressure being reached within the battery which could jeopardize airplane safety.
An an external power control unit is installed which will allow the battery (batteries - if second
battery installed) to be charged on the ground. With an external power unit connected and
operating set the EXT PWR and BAT (BAT 1 or 2 - if second battery installed) switches to ON to
ground charge a battery. The battery must be vented during ground charging operations, refer to
the AMM Chap 24 for instructions.
ENGINE OIL
Oils specified for use in the PT&A-67B engine oil system are listed in the Pratt and Whitney
(P&WC) SB No. 14001, latest revision.
If operating conditions are such that the engine will be subjected to frequent cold soaking at an
ambient temperature of -18C or lower, the use of PWA521, Type II oil (5cs) (viscosity) oil (Type
II) is recommended. The engine oil dipstick is marked MAX HOT, MAX COLD, ADD US
QUARTS, 1,2,3,4,5,6. The term HOT refers to the engine condition when the engine has been
shutdown. COLD refers to the engine condition when the engine has been shutdown for 12
hours or more. Ideally, the engine oil tank level should be checked and replenished, as required,
within 10 minutes of shutdown.
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A visual sight gauge is provided to allow the oil level to be checked without removing the
dipstick. If the oil level is below the green band on the sight gauge the oil level has to be
checked with the dipstick.
CAUTION
THE GREEN MARKS ON THE FILLER SLEEVE AND THE
DIPSTICK MUST BE ALIGNED WHEN THE DIPSTICK IS
INSTALLED.
NOTE
The usual oil level is when the dipstick shows one to two quarts
below maximum. Oil above this level can be vented overboard.
CAUTION
NEVER REPLENISH THE OIL IN A COLD ENGINE, AS THIS
CAN RESULT IN OVERFILLING OF THE SYSTEM. START
THE ENGINE AND RUN AT GROUND IDLE FOR 5 MINUTES,
RECHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE ADDING OIL TO THE
SYSTEM.
MAKE SURE THAT THE OIL IS OF THE CORRECT TYPE.
DO NOT MIX BRANDS, SPECIFICATIONS OR TYPES OF
OILS. IF OILS ARE ACCIDENTALLY MIXED, DRAIN AND
FLUSH THE COMPLETE SYSTEM AND REFILL WITH THE
APPROVED OIL.
TO PREVENT OIL DRIPPING FROM THE DIPSTICK AND
CONTAMINATING EQUIPMENT, HOLD A PIECE OF
ABSORBENT LINT-FREE MATERIAL UNDER THE DIPSTICK
DURING REMOVAL.
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OIL REPLENISHMENT PROCEDURE
Open the left engine access panel and secure open with the struts.
Release the locking mechanism and remove the filler cap/dipstick assembly from
the filler neck on the filler neck on the accessory gearbox.
Replenish the oil according to HOT/COLD condition of the engine.
Reinstall the filler cap/dipstick assembly and engage the locking mechanism.
Close the access panel.
COMPLETE OIL SYSTEM REPLENISHMENT
Refer to the AMM for the Complete Oil System Replenishment procedure.
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK IS PROPERLY
ENGAGED AND LOCKED AFTER REPLENISHMENT.
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FUEL SYSTEM
The left and right wing fuel tanks are gravity filled through openings on the upper surface. The
tanks should always be kept full between flights to reduce explosive vapor space and
condensation. Allowance should be made for expansion to minimize venting of fuel if ambient
temperature is expected to rise markedly. Approved fuels conforming to P&WC specifications
are to be used.
WARNING
CHECK FUEL SUPPLY VEHICLE FOR CORRECT FUEL
GRADE AND TYPE. USE AN APPROVED WATER
DETECTION KIT TO CHECK FOR WATER CONTAMINATION.
CAUTION
AS THE ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE IS NOT ALWAYS INDICATED
ON THE FUELLING INSTALLATION PLACARD, CHECK WITH
THE FUEL SUPPLIER TO MAKE SURE THE FUEL
CONTAINS AN APPROVED ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE.
IF IT IS KNOWN THAT THE AIRCRAFT WILL FLY IN
AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF LESS THAN 0 C AND IF
THE FUEL DOES NOT CONTAIN AN ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE,
ONE MUST BE BLENDED WITH THE FUEL DURING
FUELING.
NOTE
There are two fuel tank drain valves on the lower surface of
each wing and one on the front left of the fuselage, aft of the
nose wheel well.
REFUELING PRECAUTIONS
During refueling/defueling operations, the following arrangements must be complied with:
Refuel and defuel only in a well ventilated area.
Do not allow open flame or smoking in the vicinity of the airplane while refueling.
Do not replenish the oxygen system during refueling or defueling.
Do not operate airplane electrical or radio equipment while refueling.
High frequency pulse transmissions in the vicinity of the airplane represents a fire
hazard.
During all refueling/defueling operations, fire fighting equipment must be available.
Issued: March 30, 2001
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FUELING PROCEDURE
Make sure the fuel supplied is checked for type, grade and freedom from
contamination.
Make sure that the refueling vehicle is grounded.
Ground the vehicle to the airplane (attach the vehicle grounding lead to the nose
landing gear).
Remove external power, if connected
Make sure all electrical power is OFF.
Connect the grounding cable from the nozzle to grounding point next to the fuel cap.
Open the wing fuel cap and insert the nozzle, after first making sure that the filler
nozzle is clean.
Add fuel. Allow the fuel to settle when topping-off the fuel tank. Remove the fuel
nozzle and disconnect the grounding cable. Secure the filler cap.
Repeat the procedure for the other wing tank.
Remove the vehicle grounding cable from the airplane.
Clean up any fuel spillage (Use a water hose if excessive).
On the overhead panel set the STBY BUS switch to ON
Check all system switches are OFF.
Set the Battery switch to ON and check the fuel quantity gauges for correct
indication.
Reset the fuel totalizer.
Set the Battery switch to OFF.
Set the STBY BUS switch to the OFF position.
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FUEL CONTAMINATION
Fuel contamination is usually the result of foreign material present in the fuel system. This
foreign material can take many forms, i.e. water, sand, dirt, microbes or bacterial growth. In
addition, additives that are not compatible with the fuel used can cause the fuel to become
contaminated.
Jet fuel contains some dissolved, suspended water and is a fuel contamination concern. The
quantity of water that can remain in solution will depend upon the temperature of the fuel.
Dissolved water cannot be removed by a filter during a fuel service but will be released from
suspension as the fuel temperature decreases, as during flight. These supercooled water
droplets only need to contact solid contaminates or receive an impact shock to change into ice
crystals. If a sufficient quantity of water drops out of suspension and changes to ice, a blocked
filter may result.
Before the first flight of the day and after each refueling, use a clean container and drain at least
one sample of fuel from each tank drain valve to determine if contaminants are present (and
that the airplane has been fueled with the proper fuel). If contamination is detected, drain all fuel
drains points until all contamination has been removed. If after repeated sampling, evidence of
contamination still exists, the fuel tanks should be completely drained and the fuel system
flushed. Do not fly the airplane with contaminated or unapproved fuel.
In addition, operators who are not acquainted with a particular airfield should be assured that
the fuel supply has been checked for contamination and is properly filtered before allowing the
airplane to be serviced. Also, fuel tanks should be kept full between flights, provided weight and
balance considerations will permit, to reduce the possibility of water condensing on the walls of
partially filled tanks.
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FUEL ANTI-ICE ADDITIVE
A fuel anti-ice additive, conforming to MIL-DTL-85470 specification, may be added to the fuel as
the airplane is being refueled. Blend the additive in accordance with the following procedure:
Calculate the quantity of anti-icing additive required based on the quantity of fuel to be
added. Refer to the CAUTION below.
Clip the tube end to the fuel nozzle.
Pull trigger firmly to ensure full flow, then lock into place.
Start flow of additive when fueling begins. Refueling rates should be between 30 and 60
gallons per minute.
Do a water drain check before the first flight of the day.
WARNING
THE FUEL SYSTEM ANTI-ICING ADDITIVES CONTAIN
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER WHICH IS
HIGHLY TOXIC. THESE PRODUCTS MUST BE HANDLED
WITH EXTREME CARE. AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH
SKIN AND CLOTHING. ANY CLOTHING ACCIDENTLY
CONTAMINATED BY SPLASHING SHOULD BE PROMPTLY
REMOVED AND THE SKIN WASHED WITH SOAP AND
WATER. PREVENT CONTACT WITH EYES AND AVOID
INHALATION OF VAPORS. IF CONTACT IS MADE WITH THE
EYES THEY SHOULD BE FLUSHED WITH WATER FOR 15
MINUTES. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN AS RAPIDLY AS
POSSIBLE AFTER ALL CONTACT CASES.
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CAUTION
THE ADDITIVE CONCENTRATION BY VOLUME SHALL BE A
MINIMUM OF 0.06% AND A MAXIMUM OF 0.15%.
THE CORRECT MIX OF ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE IS
IMPORTANT. CONCENTRATIONS OF MORE THAN 0.15%
BY VOLUME WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PROTECTIVE
PRIMER AND SEALANTS OF THE FUEL TANKS AND TO
THE SEALS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM AND ENGINE
COMPONENTS. CONCENTRATIONS OF LOWER THAN 0.06
VOL % MAY NOT BE ENOUGH TO INHIBIT ICE FORMATION.
MAKE SURE THAT THE ADDITIVE IS DIRECTED INTO THE
FUEL STREAM. START ADDITIVE FLOW AFTER THE FUEL
FLOW STARTS AND STOP THE ADDITIVE FLOW BEFORE
THE
FUEL
FLOW
STOPS.
DO
NOT
ALLOW
CONCENTRATED ADDITIVE TO CONTACT THE INTERIOR
OF THE FUEL TANKS OR EXTERIOR PAINTED SURFACES.
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LANDING GEAR - TIRES
For maximum service, keep tires inflated to the proper pressures. All wheels and tires are
balanced before original installation, and the relationship to tire and wheel should be maintained
upon reinstallation. Unbalanced wheels can cause extreme vibration in the landing gear;
therefore, in the installation of new components, it may be necessary to re-balance the wheels
with tires mounted. When checking the tire pressures, examine the tires for wear, cuts, bruises
and slippage.
Nose Wheel Tire
Wheel type - BFG PN3-1501
Tire size - 17.5 x 6.25-6, 8PR, TL (160 mph)
Tire Pressure - 60 +3 -0 psi (4.1 +0.2 -0 bar)
Max. castor rotation - +/- 60 free (+/- 12 Nose Wheel Steering)
Main Wheel Tires
Wheel type - BFG PN3-1543 or 1543-1 (Post SB 32-013)
Tire size - 8.50-10, 10PR, TL (160 mph)
Tire pressure - 60 + 3 - 0 psi (4.1 + 0.2 - 0 bar)
Refer to the AMM for the alternative types of tires that can be installed.
LANDING GEAR - BRAKES
The fluid level should be checked periodically or at a scheduled maintenance event and
replenished as necessary. Each brake assembly incorporates a brake lining wear indicator. As
the brake pads wear, the pin will be pulled into the piston housing. When the system is
pressurized and the pin is flush with the piston housing, the brake linings must be overhauled.
Refer to the AMM for complete information on the type of hydraulic fluid, servicing the fluid level
and brake inspection and replacement.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
With the cargo door open, the hydraulic fluid level can be checked on the visual indicator
installed on the hydraulic pressure tank in the wing root.
Servicing of the hydraulic system should only be performed by approved personnel with the
correct maintenance equipment in accordance with procedures in the AMM. It is normally not
required between annual inspections.
LUBRICATION POINTS
Proper lubrication is essential for trouble-free operation of mechanical components. Lubricants
and dispensing equipment must be kept clean. Use only one lubricant in a grease gun or oil
can. After lubrication, clean off all excessive grease or oil to prevent dust and dirt build-up.
The frequency of application may be increased for a particular type of operation or if excessive
wear is experienced. For lubricating instructions, locations and lubricants refer to the AMM,
Chapter 12.
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OXYGEN SYSTEM
The standard oxygen system replenishment is carried out at a hinged service panel (11BR) on
the right side of the fuselage, forward of the wing leading edge. The service panel is fitted with
an oxygen replenishment valve and a system pressure gage. The gage is marked from 0 to
2000 psi, with a red zone from 1850 to 2000 psi. A charge pressure/temperature chart is
installed on the inside of the service panel.
The larger capacity oxygen system replenishment is carried out at a hinged service door (31AB)
on the bottom of the fuselage, rear of the wing trailing edge. An oxygen service panel is installed
inside of the rear fuselage on the forward frame. The service panel is fitted with an oxygen
replenishment valve and a system pressure gage. The gage is marked from 0 to 2000 psi, with
a red zone from 1850 to 2000 psi. A charge pressure/temperature chart is also installed on the
service panel.
Replenishment Procedure
WARNING
MAKE SURE THAT THE AIRPLANE IS FITTED WITH A
GROUNDING CABLE AND IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. THE
OXYGEN CART MUST BE ELECTRICALLY BONDED TO THE
AIRPLANE.
DO NOT OPERATE THE AIRPLANE ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES OR CONNECT/DISCONNECT GROUND POWER
DURING OXYGEN SYSTEM REPLENISHMENT.
DO NOT OPERATE THE OXYGEN SYSTEM DURING
REFUELING/DEFUELING OR ANY OTHER SERVICING
PROCEDURE THAT COULD CAUSE IGNITION.
INTRODUCTION OF PETROLEUM BASED SUBSTANCES
SUCH AS GREASE OR OIL TO OXYGEN CREATES A
SERIOUS FIRE HAZARD. USE NO OIL OR GREASE WITH
THE OXYGEN REPLENISHMENT EQUIPMENT.
ALWAYS OPEN SHUT-OFF VALVE SLOWLY TO AVOID
GENERATING HEAT AND REPLENISH THE SYSTEM
SLOWLY (MINIMUM TIME 6 MINUTES).
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CAUTION
REPLENISHMENT OF THE OXYGEN SYSTEM SHOULD
ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Obtain the outside air temperature. (OAT). A fully charged cylinder has a pressure of
1850 psi at an temperature of 20C. Filling pressures will vary depending upon the
ambient temperature in the service bay and the temperature rise due to the
compression of the oxygen. If the airplane is or has been parked outside in the sun, the
temperature inside the fuselage will be appreciably higher than ambient. Figure 8-5 lists
the required charging pressures for a range of temperatures.
Open the oxygen service panel 11BR on aircraft with the standard oxygen system.
Open the service door 31AB on aircraft with the larger capacity oxygen system.
Hold the thermometer close to the oxygen cylinder.
Make sure the thermometer indication is constant. Make a note of the indication.
Refer to the temperature/pressure graph for the correct oxygen cylinder pressure.
If the pressure on the service panel gage is low, fill the oxygen cylinder.
Make sure the area around the service panel charging valve is clean. Remove the cap
from the charging valve.
Make sure the oxygen supply hose is clean and connect it to the charging valve.
Slowly pressurize the oxygen cylinder to the correct pressure.
Close the oxygen supply and let the cylinder temperature become stable.
Monitor the oxygen pressure on the gage and fill to the correct pressure if necessary.
Release the pressure in the oxygen supply hose and disconnect from the charging
valve.
Install the cap on the charging valve. Make sure the work area is clear of tools and other
items.
Close the service panel 11BR or the service door 31AB.
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TEMPERATURE (C)
- 10
-5
10
15
20
MAXIMUM CYLINDER
PRESSURE (psi)
1590
1630
1670
1720
1760
1800
1850
TEMPERATURE (C)
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
MAXIMUM CYLINDER
PRESSURE (psi)
1880
1920
1960
2000
2050
2090
2130
SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND CARE
WINDSHIELD/SIDE WINDOWS
CAUTION
REMOVE WRIST-WATCHES, RINGS AND OTHER JEWELRY
FROM HANDS AND WRISTS BEFORE CLEANING THE SIDE
WINDOWS.
WINDSHIELDS AND WINDOWS ARE EASILY DAMAGED BY
IMPROPER HANDLING AND CLEANING TECHNIQUES.
DO NOT USE SOLVENTS, FUELS, DETERGENTS,
ALCOHOL, ACETONE OR THINNERS TO CLEAN THE SIDE
WINDOWS.
TRANSPARENT
PLASTICS
LACK
THE
SURFACE
HARDNESS OF GLASS. EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN
CLEANING ALL THE SIDE WINDOWS TO AVOID
SCRATCHING OR SCORING TRANSPARENCIES.
The following procedures provide information regarding cleaning and servicing of windshields
and windows. Improper cleaning, or use of unapproved cleaning agents, can cause damage to
these surfaces. As a preventive measure, do not park the airplane where it might be subjected
to direct contact with or vapor from: methanol, denatured alcohol, gasoline, benzene, xylene,
MEK, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, lacquer thinners, commercial or household window
cleaning sprays, paint strippers or other types of solvents. Do not park airplane near a paintspray shop.
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
Windshield (Glass)
Place the airplane inside a hanger or in a shaded area and allow to cool from the heat
of the sun's rays.
Using clean (preferably running) water, flood the surface. Use bare clean hands, with no
jewelry, to feel and dislodge any dirt or abrasive materials.
Using a mild soap or detergent (such as dish washing liquid) in water, wash the surface.
Again, use only the bare hand to provide rubbing force. (A clean lint-free cloth may be
used to transfer the soap solution to the surface, but extreme care must be excised to
prevent scratching the surface.)
Rinse the surface thoroughly with clean fresh water and dry with a clean cloth or damp
chamois leather.
Side Windows (Acrylic)
Flush with clean water to remove loose dust etc.
Wash the side windows using a soft sponge, warm water and soft soap solution.
Rinse with clean water and dry with a damp chamois leather.
Use an appropriate transparency cleaner to remove any grease, smears, etc., still
adhering to the side windows.
NOTE
Rubbing transparencies with a dry cloth will cause scratches
and the build-up of an electrostatic charge which attracts dust.
Where an electrostatic charge is present, gently pat the area
with a damp chamois leather to remove the charge and any
accumulated dust.
SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
EXTERIOR PAINT SURFACES
The airplane should be washed with a mild soap and water solution. Harsh abrasives or alkaline
soaps or detergents could make scratches on painted or plastic surfaces or cause corrosion of
metal. Cover areas where cleaning solutions could cause damage.
Exterior Recommended Cleaning Agents:
Mild soap or approved detergent.
Jet MULSO 2 (TURCO product) or equivalent.
To wash the airplane, use the following procedure:
NOTE
To prevent water from entering the pitot/static systems, the pitot
tube openings and the static ports should be blanked off.
Exposed flight control bearings should be protected prior to
washing.
NOTE
Any good automotive wax may be used to preserve the painted
surfaces. Soft lint-free cleaning cloths should be used to
prevent scratches when cleaning or polishing. A heavier coating
of wax on the leading surfaces will reduce the abrasion
problems in these areas, but see also paragraph "DEICING
BOOT CARE".
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
DEICING BOOT CARE
The wings, T-tail, and propeller deicing boots have a special electrical-conductive coating to
bleed off static charges which cause radio interference and may perforate the boots. Fuelling
and other servicing practices should be done carefully to avoid damaging the conductive coating
or tearing of the boots.
To prolong the life of the deicing boots, they should be washed, with a mild soap and water
solution, rinsed with clean water, and serviced on a regular basis in accordance with the
instructions in the AMM. Keep the boots clean and free from oil, grease and other solvents
which cause neoprene to swell and deteriorate.
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
PROPELLER CARE
Propeller care consists of checking the propeller area for leaks and damage, this also includes
any damage to the propeller hub and deicing boots. Inspect the visible hub parts daily for
surface damage. Look for evidence of grease and or oil leaks. Inspect the propeller blades,
daily, for scratches and gouges in the leading or trailing edge, or on the blade face and camber
surfaces.
NOTE
Any scratch or gouge, in a metal blade, must be repaired before
next flight. Otherwise, fatigue cracks may start, and the blade
may fail in flight. Scratches and gouges in the outer 18 in (457
mm) of the blade propeller diameter are especially critical
because this is the area of highest vibratory stress.
Should any damage, scratches or gouges be found, obtain a qualified opinion prior to flight.
LANDING GEAR CARE
Before cleaning the landing gear, place a plastic cover or similar material over the wheel and
brake assembly.
Place a catch-pan under the gear to catch the waste.
Spray or brush the gear area with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser, as
desired. Where heavy grease and dirt deposits have collected, it may be necessary to
brush the areas sprayed, in order to clean them.
Allow the solvent to remain on the gear from five to ten minutes. Then rinse the gear
with additional solvent and allow to dry. If necessary help the drying process with a
gentle blast of compressed air.
Remove the plastic cover and the catch-pan from the wheel.
Lubricate the gear in accordance with the Lubrication Chart in the AMM.
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
ENGINE CARE
The engine exterior and compartment may be cleaned, using a suitable solvent. Most efficient
cleaning is done using a spry-type cleaner. Before spry cleaning, make sure the protection is
afforded for components which might be adversely affected by the solvent. Refer to the AMM for
proper lubrication of controls and components after engine cleaning.
INTERIOR CARE
The cockpit area should be frequently vacuum-cleaned. Instrument and side panels may be
cleaned with a lint-free cloth dampened with petroleum solvent (white spirit).
Seat harnesses that have been soiled may be cleaned by gently scrubbing with a soft brush,
water and an approved soap. Alternatively, an officially approved detergent emulsion may be
used when diluted in the proper proportions. Seats may be cleaned with a mild solution of warm
water and commercially-available upholstery cleaner (as per manufacturer's instructions).
Dust and loose dirt should be picked up regularly with a vacuum-cleaner. Stained carpets
should be cleaned with a non-flammable dry cleaning carpet shampoo which should be kept as
dry as possible and again vacuumed.
Blot up any spilled liquid on the seats promptly with cleansing tissue or rags. Do not pat the
spot; press the blotting material firmly and hold it for several seconds. Continue blotting until no
more liquid is taken up. Scrape off any sticky materials with a dull knife, then spot-clean the
area with a commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Headliners, side panels and paint work should be cleaned with a lint-free cloth dampened with a
mild soap and water mixture. Oil and grease can be removed with a sponge and common
household detergent and then wiped dry with a clean rag.
Oxygen masks assemblies should be cleaned with a suitable oil-free disinfectant. and then wipe
dirt or foreign particles from the unit with a clean dry lint-free cloth.
SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
EXTENDED STORAGE
Prolonged out-of-service care applies to all airplane which will not be flown for an indefinite
period (less than 60 days) but which are to be kept ready-to-fly, with the least possible
preparation. If the airplane is to be stored temporarily, or indefinitely, reference must be made to
the AMM for the proper storage procedures, which are all time related and classified as follows:
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
Up to 7 days.
7 to 30 days.
30 to 90 days.
More than 90 days.
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HANDLING, SERVICING, AND MAINTENANCE
At 14 day intervals:
Move the airplane to prevent flat areas on the tires. Mark the tires with tape to ensure the tires
are placed approximately 90 degrees from their previous position.
Stage 3 storage should be a planned situation, when the time difference can be foreseen but
following on from the Stage 2, the engine fuel system would need to be preserved in
accordance with the P&WC EMM.
At 30 day intervals:
Drain all fuel drain points and check for water accumulation. Prolonged storage of the airplane
will result in a water build-up in the fuel which "leeches out" the EGME fuel additive. An
indication of this is when an excessive amount of water accumulates at the fuel drain points.
The concentration can be checked using a differential refractometer, but, it is imperative that the
technical manual for differential refractometer be followed explicitly when checking the additive
concentration.
Stage 4 is a definite planned exercise, when deterioration of the airplane must be considered.
An engine inactive for over 90 days in the airframe, or removed for long term storage, must in
addition to the Stage 3 procedure, have the engine oil drained and filled with preserving oil in
accordance with the P&WC EMM. Remove the battery and regularly check its state of charge.
To return the airplane to service, refer to the AMM for specific instructions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SUPPLEMENTS
GENERAL
This section provides information in the form of supplements for the operation of the airplane
when equipped with optional equipment or systems which are not installed on the standard
airplane. All of the supplements are FOCA Approved and those that are applicable are part of
this Handbook.
The information contained in each supplement applies only when the specific equipment or
system is installed in the airplane.
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
SECTION 1 GENERAL
This supplement provides the information necessary to operate the PC-12, PC-12/45 and
PC12/47 aircraft in the Republic of Argentina.
SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS
On airplanes registered in the Republic of Argentina, the necessary equipment for the different
kinds of operations must comply with the applicable Argentine Regulations.
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM
The pilot is not authorized to use the Global Positioning System (GPS) for precision approach
and landing.
EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER
The Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) must comply with RAAC 91.207.
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
EXTERNAL PLACARDS
On exterior of cabin door:
TIRE DE LA MANIJA
Y GIRE PARA ABRIR
NO ABRIR LA PUERTA
CON EL MOTOR EN MARCHA
EXCEPTO EN EMERGENCIA
ABRIR
On exterior of cargo door:
PRESIONE AQUI PARA ABRIR
TIRE DE LA MANIJA Y
TIRE DE LA PUERTA HACIA AFUERA
NO ABRIR LA PUERTA
CON EL MOTOR EN MARCHA
EXCEPTO EN EMERGENCIA
EMPUJE
EASA Approved
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SUPPLEMENT 34
CABIN PLACARDS
The following placards are installed in all aircraft.
On interior of cabin door:
SALIDA/EXIT
NO UTILIZAR EN VUELO
DO NOT OPERATE IN FLIGHT
NO ABRIR LA PUERTA
CON EL MOTOR EN MARCHA EXCEPTO
EN EMERGENCIA
DO NOT OPEN DOOR WHEN ENGINE
IS RUNNING UNLESS IN EMERGENCY
CERRADO
CLOSED
ABIERTO
OPEN
EASA Approved
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SUPPLEMENT 34
On interior cargo door handle cover:
NO QUITAR LA CUBIERTA EN VUELO
DO NOT REMOVE COVER IN FLIGHT
On interior cargo door handle:
LEVANTAR LA PALANCA DE CIERRE, TIRAR DE LA
PALANCA Y EMPUJAR LA PUERTA HACIA AFUERA
LIFT LOCKING LEVER AND
PULL HANDLE PUSH DOOR OUT
On interior of cargo door:
NO ABRIR LA PUERTA
CON EL MOTOR EN MARCHA
EXCEPTO EN EMERGENCIA
DO NOT OPEN DOOR WHEN ENGINE
IS RUNNING UNLESS IN EMERGENCY
On the forward and rear cargo door frame:
MAXIMO PESO DE CARGA = 1000 kg / 2200 lb
Carga Maxima Sobre
Rieles de Asientos
2
1000 kg/m
2
205 lb/ft
2
600 kg/m
2
125 lb/ft
Valid for
PC-12
2
1000 kg/m
2
205 lb/ft
2
600 kg/m
2
125 lb/ft
Valid for
PC-12/45 and PC-12/47
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
On lower cargo door frame:
INSTALAR EL SOPORTE DE COLA
ANTES DE CARGAR EL AVION
On lower cargo door frame:
INSTALL TAIL SUPPORT STAND
BEFORE LOADING CARGO
On cabin to baggage area step:
MANTENGA LIBRE LA REJILLA
KEEP GRILL CLEAR
Above the baggage area:
MAXIMA CARGA DE EQUIPAJE = 70 kg / 155 lb
MAX BAGGAGE LOAD = 70 kg / 155 lb
or
MAXIMA CARGA DE EQUIPAJE = 100 kg / 220 lb
MAX BAGGAGE LOAD = 100 kg / 220 lb
or
MAXIMA CARGA DE EQUIPAJE = 120 kg / 265 lb
MAX BAGGAGE LOAD = 120 kg / 265 lb
or
MAXIMA CARGA DE EQUIPAJE = 180 kg / 400 lb
MAX BAGGAGE LOAD = 180 kg / 400 lb
Post SB 25-010 above placard is replaced by:
MAXIMA CARGA DE EQUIPAJE = 225 kg / 500 lb
(SOLO SI LA RED DE EQUIPAJE 525.25.12.026 ESTA INSTALADA)
MAX BAGGAGE LOAD = 225 kg / 500 lb
(ONLY IF BAGGAGE NET 525.25.12.026 IS INSTALLED)
Above the baggage area coat rail:
MAX PESO A COLGAR 11 lb / 5 kg
MAX COAT RAIL LOAD 11 lb / 5 kg
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
9 SEAT CORPORATE COMMUTER (Interior Code STD-9S)
The cabin placards plus the following additional placards are those required for this interior.
On the rear of the left and right cockpit bulkheads, and on the rear of each seat:
PARA DESPEGUE Y ATERRIZAJE
- AJUSTAR EL CINTURON DE
SEGURIDAD Y EL ARNES
- EL RESPALDO DEL ASIENTO DEBE
ESTAR COMPLETAMENTE VERTICAL
FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING
- FASTEN SEAT LAP AND SHOULDER BELT
- SEAT BACK MUST BE FULLY UPRIGHT
On the rear of each seat, except seat No. 5:
MASCARA DE OXIGENO DEBAJO DE SU ASIENTO
OXYGEN MASK LOCATED UNDER YOUR SEAT
EL EXTINTOR DE INCENDIOS
ESTA UBICADO EN LA CABINA,
DETRAS DEL ASIENTO DEL COPILOTO
FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED
ON COCKPIT SIDE RH BULKHEAD
BEHIND CO-PILOT SEAT
NO FUMAR
NO SMOKING
OXIGENO
OXYGEN
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
6 SEAT CORPORATE COMMUTER AND A THREE SEAT BENCH (Interior Code STD-6S3B)
The cabin placards, the 9 seat commuter placards and the following replacement/additional
placards are required for this interior.
On the rear of seats 5 and 6:
MASCARA DE OXIGENO DEBAJO DE SU ASIENTO
OXYGEN MASK LOCATED UNDER YOUR SEAT
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
6 SEAT EXECUTIVE (Interior Code EX-6S-2)
The cabin placards plus the following additional placards are those required for this interior.
On the inside of the lavatory doors:
- NO FUMAR EN EL LAVABO
- NO SMOKING IN LAVATORY
- PARA CERRAR
TIRE AQUI
- TO CLOSE
PULL HERE
- PARA CERRAR
TIRE AQUI
- TO CLOSE
PULL HERE
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
On the inside of the optional wardrobe:
MANTENER LAS PUERTAS CERREDAS
DURANTE DESPEGUE / ATERRIZAJE
DOORS MUST BE CLOSED DURING
TAKEOFF / LANDING
PESO LIMITE
WEIGHT LIMIT 35 LB / 15.9 KG
PESO LIMITE
WEIGHT LIMIT 5 lb / 2.3kg
On the right lower drawer
PESO LIMITE
WEIGHT LIMIT 7 lb / 3.1kg
Report No: 02211
9-34-10
EASA Approved
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SUPPLEMENT 34
Near each executive seat:
PARA DESPEGUE Y ATERRIZAJE
- EL RESPALDO DEL ASIENTO DEBE
ESTAR COMPLETAMENTE VERTICAL
MOVER EL ASIENTO HASTA EL TOPE
TRASERO Y HASTA EL TOPE PARED
- PLEGAR Y ASEGURAR LA MESA
FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING
- SEAT MUST BE FULLY UPRIGHT
FULLY AFT AND FULLY OUTBOARD
- TABLE MUST BE STOWED
or
or
EASA Approved
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SUPPLEMENT 34
compartment:
MAX PESO A COLGAR 5 KG / 11 LB.
MAX COAT RAIL 5 KG / 11 LB.
8 SEAT EXECUTIVE (Interior Code EX-8S) and a 6 SEAT EXECUTIVE AND 2 SEAT
CORPORATE COMMUTER (Interior Code EX-6S-STD-2S)
The cabin placards, the 6 seat executive placards and the following replacement / additional
placards are required for this interior:
Rear of executive passenger seat No. 5, 6, 7, 8 :
DEJAR ESTE ASIENTO DESOCUPADO DURANTE
DESPEGUE Y ATERRIZAJE A MENOS QUE EL ASIENTO DE
ENFRENTE ESTE OCUPADO
LEAVE THIS SEAT VACANT DURING TAKE-OFF AND
LANDING UNLESS SEAT IN FRONT IS OCCUPIED
or
EASA Approved
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SUPPLEMENT 34
PLACARDS 4 SEAT EXECUTIVE AND 4 SEAT CORPORATE COMMUTER (Interior Code
EX4S-STD-4S)
On the armrest near passenger oxygen mask for seats 7 and 8:
or
EASA Approved
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SECTION 9
SUPPLEMENT 34
4 SEAT EXECUTIVE and THREE SEAT BENCH (Interior Code EX4S-3B)
The cabin placards, the 6 seat executive placards and the following replacement / additional
placards are required for this interior:
On the rear of seats 3 and 4:
MASCARA DE OXIGENO DEBAJO DE SU ASIENTO
OXYGEN MASK LOCATED UNDER YOUR SEAT
EASA Approved
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SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject
Page
GENERAL
10-1
SAFETY TIPS
10-1
OPERATIONAL TIPS
10-1
ANTI-COLLISION LIGHTS
CROSSWIND OPERATION
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, PRESSURE VESSELS AND
EQUIPMENT LOCATIONS
REMOVAL OF SNOW, ICE AND FROST FROM THE AIRCRAFT
OPERATIONS FROM PREPARED UNPAVED SURFACES
PASSENGER BRIEFINGS
ENGINE INSTRUMENT SYSTEM FAULT CODES
10-1
10-1
10-2
10-4
10-9
10-11
10-13
SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
GENERAL
This section provides information for the operation of the airplane.
SAFETY TIPS
Pilots who fly above 10,000 feet should be aware of the need for physiological training. It is
recommended that this training be taken before flying above 10,000 feet and receive refresher
training every two or three years.
Information on the location of flammable materials, pressure vessels and equipment locations
for crash-fire-rescue purposes is given in Figure 1.
OPERATIONAL TIPS
ANTI-COLLISION LIGHTS
Anti-collision strobe lights should not be operating when flying through cloud, fog, or haze.
Reflected light can produce spatial disorientation.
CROSSWIND OPERATION
Takeoff
It is possible, if required, to hold the aircraft stationary with the brakes while the engine is at
max takeoff power. When the brakes are released rapid and aggressive use of the rudder and
possibly some small application of brake is necessary to establish and maintain the centerline
but, once rolling, directional control is easy with rudder only. Holding the elevator neutral will
keep the nosewheel on the ground and assist in maintaining directional control.
In strong crosswinds the aircraft establishes a drift angle of up to 10 while accelerating to
rotation speed.
In gusty conditions it is recommended to rotate at VR + 10 Kts. On rotation the aircraft yaws
considerably further into wind and automatically establishes the heading necessary to track the
runway centerline.
Landing
It is recommended to use the wing down technique. At approximately 100 to 200 ft on
approach to the runway, apply rudder to align the longitudinal axis of the aircraft to the runway
SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
and put on bank in the opposite direction to maintain the runway centerline. The aircraft is then
flown in a sideslip to touch down initially on one wheel. As soon as one wheel touches, lower
the other two to the runway and immediately select either the condition lever to ground idle or
the PCL to beta or reverse. Once the aircraft is established on the runway it can be stopped as
normal with brakes or reverse power without difficulty. Do not attempt heavy braking in a strong
crosswind as the into wind wheel will tend to lock more easily.
In conditions of strong turbulence it is recommended, if runway length permits, to fly the
approach with reduced flap deflection to increase IAS and aileron efficiency. It is also
recommended to increase the approach speed for the chosen flap setting by 50% of the
difference between the wind mean speed and max gust speed, to give a greater speed margin
over the stall.
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, PRESSURE VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT LOCATIONS
Refer to Figure 10-1 for the location of these items.
SECTION 10
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
DIRECT VIEW WINDOW
(OPENS INWARDS)
PASSENGER/CREW DOOR
(OPENS DOWNWARDS)
OPTIONAL LARGER
OXYGEN CYLINDER (1850 PSI)
STATIC PORT.
VERY HOT AREA
CARGO DOOR
(OPENS UPWARDS)
PROPELLER.
DANGER AREA
ENGINE INTAKE
DEICE LIP.
VERY HOT AREA
NICKEL CADMIUM
BATTERY/BATTERIES
DOOR
ACTUATOR
GAS STRUT
PRESSURE
STRUT 1668 PSI
DOOR ACTUATOR
GAS STRUT
PITOT PROBE.
VERY HOT AREA
NITROGEN
ACCUMULATOR
2000 PSI
AOA PROBE.
VERY HOT AREA
FUEL FILLING
POINT
FUEL FILLING
POINT
HYDRAULIC
RESERVOIR
MIL-H-5606
NITROGEN
TANK 56 PSI
R134 REFRIGERANT
COOLING UNIT
AOA PROBE.
VERY HOT AREA
ELT TRANSMITTER
EMERGENCY EXIT
(OPENS INWARDS)
HAND FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
PROPELLER.
DANGER AREA
STATIC PORT.
VERY HOT AREA
MAIN WHEEL
3 FUSIBLE PLUGS
PITOT PROBE.
VERY HOT AREA
OXYGEN CYLINDER
1850 PSI (STANDARD SYSTEM)
120206
PRESSURE STRUT
834 PSI
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
REMOVAL OF SNOW, ICE AND FROST FROM THE AIRCRAFT
GENERAL
The aircraft must be clear of all deposits of snow, ice and frost adhering to the lifting and
control surfaces immediately prior to takeoff. The clean aircraft concept is essential to safe
flight operations. The pilot in command of the aircraft has the ultimate responsibility to
determine if the aircraft is clean and in a condition for safe flight. This may require the use of
ground deicing techniques.
Manual methods of deicing provide a capability in clear weather to clean the aircraft to allow a
safe takeoff and flight. Deicing fluids can be used to quickly remove frost and to assist in
melting and removal of snow. In inclement, cold weather conditions, the only alternative is
sometimes limited to placing the aircraft in a hangar to perform the cleaning process.
For a complete guide to deicing reference should be made to the Advisory Circular AC 135-17
Pilot Guide. Small Aircraft Ground Deicing.
DEICING METHODS AND EQUIPMENT
Manual methods of deicing such as brooms, brushes, ropes, squeegees etc. can be used to
remove dry snow accumulations and to remove the bulk of large wet snow deposits. These
manual methods require that caution be exercised to prevent damage to the aircraft skin or
components.
Deicing fluids can be used to quickly remove frost and to prevent or retard ice formation
overnight. They can also be used to assist in melting and removal of snow or other ice
formations that may develop as a result of freezing rain and assisting in the removal of ice or
frost formations accumulated during a previous flight. Portable spray equipment such as
pressurized containers with spray wands, hand pumps attached to a supply tank can be used
to apply the fluids. Fluids can also be applied by a mop or brush from a bucket to melt the ice
to the extent that it can be removed by manual means. Mobile ground support equipments
exist with the capability of heating deicing fluid to high temperatures and dispensing large
quantities of fluid at high pressures. This type of equipment with the fluid temperature limited to
160 F (70 C) can be used to deice the aircraft.
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL TIPS
DEICING FLUIDS
Various deicing fluids are commercially available. The pilot should understand the criticality of
effective quality control in order to ascertain that the fluid supply conforms to the user need.
The following deicing fluids are approved for use on the PC-12.
Common
Name
Primary Active
Ingredients
Traditional
North
American
Ethylene,
propylene,
diethylene
glycols and/or
isopropyl
alcohol
AEA Type 1
SAE Type 1
(AMS 1424)
ISO Type 1
Propylene,
and/or
diethylene
glycol
Viscosity
Primary
Use
Notes
Low
Deicing
Includes
SAE AMS 1425, SAE AMS 1427,
AF 3609, Mil-A-4823, other pre1993 Mil-Spec Fluids and other
commercially available fluids
Low
Deicing
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the propeller or the engine inlet. Spray directed into the engine may cause flameout or other
problems depending on the volume of deice fluid ingested. The ECS switch shall remain set to
OFF for approximately 5 minutes after the application of the deice fluid has been completed.
CAUTION
DURING THE DEICING PROCEDURE THE DEICE CREW
MAY HAVE TO REQUEST THE PILOT TO POWER DOWN
THE ENGINE IN ORDER TO REDUCE PROPELLER BLAST,
OR STOP THE AIRCRAFT THAT HAS BEGUN TO SLIDE
FORWARD ON A SLIPPERY SURFACE.
NOTE
In some cases deicing with the engine running may result in a
strong and unpleasant smell inside the aircraft, as the engine
bleed system carries the odors to the passengers and crew.
DEICING THE ENGINE AREA
Minimal amounts of deicing fluid should be used to deice the engine external area. Avoid the
engine air inlet. Fluid residue on engine compressor blades can reduce engine performance or
cause stall or surge. In addition, this will reduce the possibility of glycol vapors entering the
aircraft through the engine air bleed system Engine intake areas should be inspected for the
presence of ice immediately after shutdown. Any accumulation should be removed while the
engine is still warm and before the installation of intake covers. A light coating of deicing fluid
applied to the intake covers will assist in preventing the covers freezing to the nacelle.
HEALTH EFFECTS
Pilots must be aware of the potential health effects of deicing and anti-icing fluids in order to
ensure proper precautions are taken during deicing operations and to better ensure the wellbeing of passengers and crew.
POST DEICING/ANTI-ICING CHECKS
The following areas should be checked after deicing operations have been carried out:
wing leading edges, upper and lower surfaces, aileron surfaces including the wing seals
horizontal stabilizer leading edges, upper and lower surfaces elevator surfaces particularly
at the balance horns
vertical stabilizer and rudder side surfaces
flaps
propeller
engine, oil cooler and ECS air intakes. Inertial separator and screen
fuselage
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DEICING WORKSHEET
Refer to the POH Section 10 for complete information
Is the temperature at or
below 50 F (10 C) where
visible moisture, or icing
conditions encountered
during descent, approach, or
taxi-in of the previous flight?
No
Yes
Deice the aircraft if any frost,
ice, slush or snow is
presently adhering (or will
adhere prior to takeoff) to the
wings, control surfaces,
engine inlet
No
Yes
Review airport advisory page
and fluid required:
- deicing fluid available
- deicing location and
distance from runway
TAKEOFF
Yes
No
Do a Pre Takeoff
Contamination Check
Yes
No
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OPERATIONS FROM PREPARED UNPAVED SURFACES
The aircraft is constructed for operations from prepared unpaved surfaces.
Prepared unpaved surfaces are taxi-ways and runways that are prepared and approved for
aircraft operations with a surface other than tarmac or concrete.
CAUTION
PREPARED UNPAVED SURFACES SUITABLE FOR
AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS VARY GREATLY AND SOME MAY
NOT BE SUITABLE FOR OPERATIONS. IT IS THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO MAKE
SURE THAT EACH TAXI-WAY AND RUNWAY SURFACE IS
FIT FOR USE AT THE INTENDED AIRCRAFT WEIGHT
BEFORE COMMENCING OPERATIONS ON IT.
The following factors should be considered when deciding if a surface is fit for operation or
when operating from prepared unpaved surfaces:
SURFACE HARDNESS
A prepared unpaved surface may be hard after a period of dry weather but after rain can
become soft. The wheels of a heavy aircraft can sink into soft surfaces causing a large
increase in drag. This can make taxiing difficult or impossible and increase the takeoff ground
roll distance considerably, sometimes to the point where VR cannot be achieved. How deep the
wheels sink in, varies with aircraft weight and surface condition. It may be possible to operate a
light weight aircraft when it is not possible to operate it at maximum take off weight.
SURFACE ROUGHNESS
The taxi-way and runway surface should be smooth. Undulations, depression or bumps can
cause longitudinal pitching of the aircraft which may cause a significant reduction in propeller
ground clearance. Particular care should be exercised in long grass which can conceal hard
objects and depressions and also at the borders between grass and concrete surfaces.
SURFACE TYPE
Loose stones or gravel can cause propeller or airframe damage. The propeller creates
turbulence which lifts stones into the air which then are struck by following blades or are
accelerated rearwards to hit the airframe. The risk of damage is reduced if the aircraft is
allowed to accelerate forwards before high power is selected and if reverse thrust is not used
below 30 kts forward speed.
Wet or fresh grass on a hard surface is slippery and has a lower coefficient of friction than short
dry grass. Takeoff and stopping distances may increase. On a soft surface landing ground roll
may decrease but takeoff ground roll may increase.
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On sandy or dusty surfaces, or where loose grass is present, reverse thrust can cause a loss of
forward visibility and particles ingested into the air intake can cause increased engine wear.
INERTIAL SEPARATOR
When operating from any surface where there is a risk of dust, sand or other material entering
the engine intake, it is recommended to open the inertial separator.
On takeoff from hot and high airfields with the inertial separator open it may not be possible to
obtain maximum takeoff power (44 psi) and the takeoff performance will consequently
deteriorate.
AIRCRAFT INSPECTION
When operating from prepared unpaved surfaces where there are loose stones, gravel, grit,
sand, dust or cut grass etc. there is always a risk of propeller or airframe damage or blockage
of air inlets. After operations from prepared unpaved surfaces, where a risk of damage or
contamination exists, the aircraft should be thoroughly inspected.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Make sure the area under and adjacent to the propeller is clear of loose stones or other objects
which could damage the propeller or enter the engine or oil cooler air inlets.
TAXIING
1.
Use minimum power to prevent stone damage particularly when moving away from rest
and when turning.
2.
Be alert for surface unevenness or obstructions which could cause propeller damage.
3.
To turn the aircraft on soft or slippery surfaces using nosewheel steering assisted by
brake will help to keep the power low. (Reducing the risk of damage to the propeller or
runway surface). If possible avoid making small radius turns.
TAKEOFF
When aligned for takeoff set a low power before brake release. After brake release, as the
aircraft begins to accelerate, move the power lever steadily forwards to achieve Takeoff power.
This procedure will reduce the risk of damaging the propeller by loose stones on the ground.
LANDING
CAUTION
BEFORE LANDING ON A PREPARED UNPAVED RUNWAY
CHECK THAT THE SURFACE IS FIT FOR OPERATION AT
THE INTENDED WEIGHT.
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PASSENGER BRIEFINGS
GENERAL
In Sections 3 and 4 there are procedural actions that call for the pilot to brief the passengers.
They fall into two categories those forming part of an emergency procedure and the more
regular type ones for taxiing prior to takeoff and before landing. Tips for passenger briefings
during an emergency cannot be specified as each situation will place a different demand on the
pilot. However, much of the content in the Taxiing briefing tips can be used to brief the
passengers, if time permits. Tips for the recommended subjects that should be covered for the
regular passenger briefings are given in the following lists:
TAXIING (Section 4, para 4-7)
For aircraft with a standard cabin interior:
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BEFORE LANDING (Section 4, para 4-14)
For aircraft with a standard cabin interior:
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ENGINE INSTRUMENT SYSTEM FAULT CODES
The flight crew are permitted to reset the following EIS fault codes using a maximum of three
EIS power cycles.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 35, 38, 39, 43, 47, 59, 65, 66,
69, 70, 71, 72, 74, 75, 76, 79, 88, 89, 90 and EIS unit caution light flashing (fault with the EIS
internal self- test).
One EIS power cycle is as follows:
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