MAULE M-7-260 Technical specifications

FAA APPR0VED
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
FOR
MAULE M-7-260
Airplane Serial No.__________________
Registration No.____________________
THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE KEPT IN THE AIRPLANE AT ALL TIMES.
FAA APPROVED:______________________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification Office
Federal Aviation Administration
Atlanta, Georgia USA
DATE:______________________________
Performance That Counts!

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AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
MAULE M-7-260
Page i
LOG OF REVISIONS
REV. TO
PAGES
DESCRIPTION APPROVAL AND DATE
A 5, 6
12
19
Added and revised Placards.
Corrected Crosswind Component.
Corrected omission.
__________________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date: ______________
B 4 Vendor part number change.
_____________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date: ______________
C 12 Corrected (fully retracted) to read (first notch) in
Item F. _________________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date:_____________________
D 19
2
4
13
Added "-D" to Item 5.a.
Corrected Unusable fuel to read 2.3 gallons.
Added McCauley Propellers B2D37C224-[ ]/[ ]-
90RA-10.5 and B3D32C414-[ ]/[ ]-82NDA-2.
_____________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date: ______________
E 3,5,
11-16
Changed primary airspeed units to knots. _______________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date: ____________________

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F 11 In 3.3.A FLAP SETTINGS, corrected Landing
flap handle position to read: Fourth Notch for 48°
flap position. In 3.3.B. RECOMMENDED FLAP
SETTINGS, corrected Landing flap setting to
read - Normally Fourth Notch (48°/full flaps).
________________________
Manager, Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA
Atlanta, Georgia
Date: ______________
G 5,
6,
8,
9,
10,
11,
33
Described placard notation and removal of aux.
Quantity buttons if JPI EDM-900/930 units are
installed. In rear cabin area revised cargo weight
limitation placard and added loading caution
placard for 4-seater. Added limit placard for
optional swing out windows. Changed FLYING
WIRES to read STRUT in 3.1.23. Added to
Operating Check Lists for Parking Brake when in
OFF position to PUSH KNOB COMPLETELY
AGAINST INSTRUMENT PANEL. Corrected
Alternate Air Control operating check to read:
PUSH IN AND LOCK. Revised Section VI re
Owner Alert System, the availability of data
downloads and Maule Parts Catalog DVD.
_________________________
Manager, Atlanta Aircraft
Certification Office, FAA
Atlanta, GA
Date:__________________
H iiii, 24
3
5
Changed page number from 33 to 24.
Added note from Sec. 2.3.
Added J.P. Instrument EDM-900/930. Moved
note from Sec. 2.3 to Sec. 2.1.
__________________________
Manager, Southeast Flight Test
Section, AIR-712, FAA
Atlanta, GA
Date:__________________

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AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
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Page ii
LOG OF SUPPLEMENTS
SUPP.
NO. NO. OF PAGES DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE
1 21 Installation of Wipline 3000 Amphibious Floats - Maule Drawing 9186A.
(03/12/99) Rev. A 08/19/02
2 8 Installation of Aqua 2400 Floats - Maule Dwg 9135A, Rev. Eor later rev.
(11/19/99) Rev. A 08/19/02
3 6 English to Metric Conversion Charts - required in aircraft when registered in Canada. 09/03/99
4 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 20 Single Axis Autopilot ST-810-20 (14v) - Maule Dwg 9197A.
(Sea) 07/05/01
5 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 30 Two Axis Autopilot ST-810-30 (14v) - Maule Dwg 9197A.
(Sea) 07/05/01
- 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 20 Single Axis Autopilot ST-872-20 (28v) - Maule Dwg 9211A.
(Sea) 06/25/01
- 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 30 Two Axis Autopilot ST-872-30 (28v) - Maule Dwg 9211A.
(Sea) 06/25/01
3 Installation of GARMIN GNS-430 (GPS/NAV/COMM) System - Maule Dwg 7205A. 01/03/01
- 3 Inst. of GARMIN GNC-300XL (GPS/COMM) System - Maule Dwg 7207A. 01/03/01
- 3 Inst. of GARMIN GNC-250XL (GPS/COMM) System - Maule Dwg 7209A. 01/03/01
- 3 Inst. of Bendix-King KLX-135A (GPS/COMM) System - Maule Dwg 7219A. 01/03/01
- 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 20 Single Axis Autopilot ST-873-20 (14/28v) - Maule Dwg
9212A. (Land) 10/15/01
- 5 Inst. of S-TEC System 30 Two Axis Autopilot ST-873-30 (14/28v) - Maule Dwg 9212A.
(Land) 10/15/01
- 5 Installation of Apollo MX20 Multi-Function Display - Maule Drawing 7265A. 08/15/02
- 8 Installation of GARMIN GNC-420 (GPS/COMM) System - Maule Drawing 7251A. 06/30/03
- 9 Installation of GARMIN GNS-530 (GPS/NAV/COMM) System - Maule Drawing
7253A. 06/30/03
- 4 Installation of GARMIN GTX-330 Mode S Transponder Traffic Information System
(TIS) - Maule Drawing 7255A. 06/30/03
- 3 Operation of aircraft when Micro AeroDynamics Vortex Generator System is installed in
accordance with Maule Drawing 9177A. 12/16/05
- 5 Installation of GARMIN SL40 VHF Communications Transceiver - Maule Drawing
7249A. 07/14/08
7 5 Installation of Fli-Lite 3000 Mk IIIA Skis - Maule Dwg 9081A, Rev. For later. 03/11/09
- 9 Inst. of S-TEC System 50 Two Axis Autopilot Model ST-873-50 (14v) - Maule Dwg
9193A, Rev. For later. (Land) 04/19/13

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM
COVER PAGE
LOG OF REVISIONS………………………………………………….. i
LOG OF SUPPLEMENTS…………………………………………….. ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………………………….. iii
& iiii
SECTION I GENERAL
Plan View…………………………………………………………. 1
1.1 Maximum Weight………………………………………… 2
1.2 Center of Gravity Limits…………………………………. 2
1.3 Maneuvers…………………………………………………2
1.4 Fuel Capacity…………………………………………….. 2
SECTION II LIMITATIONS
2.1 Airspeed Limits…………………………………………… 3
2.2 Power Plant Limits……………………………………….. 4
2.3 Flight Load Factors………………………………………. 5
2.4 Placards……………………………………………………5
SECTION III NORMAL PROCEDURES
3.1 Preflight Inspection………………………………………. 7
3.2 Operating Check Lists……………………………………8
3.3 Normal Flight Operations………………………………. 11
3.4 Door-Off Operation………………………………………13
3.5 Noise Level……………………………………………….13
3.6 Anti-Collision Light……………………………………….13
SECTION IV EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
4.1 Emergency Basic Rules…………………………………14
4.2 Engine Emergency Shutdown…………………………. 14
4.3 Engine Fire During Starting……………………………. 14
4.4 Engine Fire After Starting……………………………… 14
4.5 Emergency Exit on the Ground……………………….. 14
4.6 Takeoff Abort……………………………………………. 14
4.7 Engine Failure After T.O. or Forced Landing……….. 14
4.8 Partial Power Failure During Flight of After T.0…….. 15
4.9 Complete Power Failure During Flight……………….. 15
4.10 Engine Airstart……………………………………………15
4.11 Electrical Fire……………………………………………. 15
4.12 Engine Fire During Flight………………………………. 15
4.13 Smoke and Fume Elimination…………………………. 16
4.14 Structural Damage……………………………………… 16
4.15 Recovery From Inadvertent Spins……………………. 16
4.16 Alternator Failure……………………………………….. 16

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM
SECTION V WEIGHT AND BALANCE AND EQUIPMENT LIST
5.1 Weight and Balance Data……………………………… 17
Required Equipment List Provided for each Airplane
SECTION VI AIRCRAFT SERVICING, HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE
6.1 Introduction……………………………………………… 24
6.2 Airplane Inspection Period…………………………….. 24
6.3 Preventive Maintenance that may be Accomplished
by a Certified Pilot………………………………………. 24
6.4 Alterations or Repairs to Airplane…………………….. 24
SECTION VII MANUFACTURER'S DATA
Optional Equipment List
Rev. H dated: 7/16/18

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SECTION I
GENERAL
PAGE 1

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SECTION I
GENERAL: NORMAL CATEGORY OPERATION
1.1 MAXIMUM WEIGHT: 2500 Pounds
1.2 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS: +15.0 to +20.0 @ 2500 lbs.
+12.5 to +20.0 @ 1700 lbs. or less
Straight line variation between points given
Datum: Wing Leading Edge
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the pilot to assure that the airplane is property loaded.
Refer to the Weight and Balance Data for baggage/cargo loading recommen-
dations and loading graphs.
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////CAUTION////
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CHECK WEIGHT AND BALANCE CAREFULLY, ESPECIALLY WHEN US-
ING THE 5
TH
SEAT OR WHEN CARGO OR BAGGAGE IS CARRIED IN THE
REAR CABIN AREA. ALSO, FLIGHT PLANNING SHOULD INCLUDE AL-
LOWANCE FOR FORWARD C.G. SHIFT WITH FUEL BURN.
1.3 MANEUVERS: Only Normal Category Maneuvers including Stalls, Lazy Eights, Chandelles
and steep turns involving bank angles not greater than 60°are approved in
this airplane.
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////CAUTION////
//////////////////////// AEROBATICS AND INTENTIONAL SPINS PROHIBITED.
1.4 FUEL CAPACITY:
Usable Fuel: MAIN TANKS - 21.5 Gal. each
OPTIONAL AUXILIARY TANKS - 15.0 Gal. or 21.0 Gal. each*
Unusable Fuel: 2.3 Gallons per Main Tank
*Fuel Capacity - See Instrument Panel Placard for Auxiliary Tank configuration installed in
this aircraft.
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////CAUTION////
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FUEL REMAINING IN TANK WHEN INDICATOR READS EMPTY CANNOT
BE USED SAFELY IN FLIGHT
FAA APPROVED
DATE: 417/98
Rev. D dated: PAGE 2

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.
SECTION II
LIMITATIONS
2.1 AIRSPEED LIMITS: All airspeeds are Indicated Airspeeds (IAS).
A. AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS:
Red Radial, (V
NE
) - 158K (182 mph)
Yellow Arc, Caution Range - 128 - 158K (147 - 182 mph)
Green Arc, Normal Operating Range - 54 - 128K (62 - 147 mph)
White Arc, Flap Operating Range - 43 - 83K (50 - 95 mph)
B. EXPLANATION OF AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS:
Red Radial Line -
Never Exceed Speed (V
NE
) 158K (182 mph): Maximum safe
airspeed in smooth air.
Yellow Arc - Caution Range, 128 - 158K (147 - 182 mph): Operation in this
speed range should be conducted only in smooth air and con-
trol movements should not be large or abrupt.
Green Arc - Normal Operating Range, 54 - 128K (62 - 147 mph): Extends
from flaps up, power off stall speed at 2500 lbs. (V
S1
) to design
cruise speed (V
C
).
White Arc - Flap Operating Range, 43 - 83K (50 - 95 mph): Extends from
full flap, power off minimum stall speed at 2500 lbs. (V
SO
) to
the Maximum flaps extended speed (V
FE
).
NOTE: DESIGN MANEUVERING SPEED: The maximum safe airspeed at which full aerodynamic controls
can be applied (VA) is 109K (125 mph). This airspeed is not marked on the airspeed indicator.
FAA APPROVED
DATE: 4/17/98
Rev. D dated:
Rev. H dated: 7/16/18 PAGE 3

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2.2 POWER PLANT LIMITS:
Engine: Lycoming IO-540-V4A5
Engine Limits: 260 hp @ 2700 RPM, Full Throttle Continuous
Propeller: MT-Propeller: MTV-14-B/190-17
Hartzell: HC-C2YR-1BF/F8477D-6
HC-C3YR-1RF/F-7693(F)-( )*
McCauley: B2D37C224-[ ]/[ ]-90RA-10.5 or -12
B3D32C414-[ ]/[ ]-82NDA-2 or -4
Fuel: 100/100LL Minimum Grade Aviation Gasoline
Engine Instrument Markings:
Cylinder Head Temperature: Green Arc - Normal Operating Range,
200°F - 435°F
Red Radial - Operating Limit, 500°F
Oil Temperature: Green Arc - Normal Operating Range,
140°F - 245°F
Red Radial - Operating Limit, 245°F
Oil Pressure: Green Arc - Normal Operating Range,
55 to 95 psi
Yellow Arc - Caution Range, 25 to 55
and 95 to 115 psi
Red Radial - Minimum Operating Pressure,
25 psi, Maximum Operating
Pressure, 115 psi
Manifold Pressure Green Arc - Normal Operating Range,
14.5 to 29 ins. of Mercury
Fuel Flow Red Radial - Maximum, 8.9 psi or 26.9 gph
Tachometer: Green Arc - Normal Operating Range,
2000 - 2700 RPM
Red Radial - Maximum RPM, 2700 RPM
* Limited to no dash number (78" diameter) to –2 (76" diameter)
FAA APPROVED: 4/17/98
Rev. A dated: 6/23/99 PAGE 4
Rev. C dated: