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This handbook contains information applicable to the model SA 160
aircraft designated by serial number and registration number shown on
thetitlepage.
All information is based on data available at the time of delivery of your
aircraftbySymphonyAircraftIndustriesInc.
NOTE: A current handbook must be in the aircraft during flight. It
is the operator's responsibility to maintain the handbook in
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
SECTION
GENERAL............................1
LIMITATIONS .........................2
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................3
NORMAL PROCEDURES ..................4
PERFORMANCE........................5
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
EQUIPMENT LIST.......................6
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ITS SYSTEMS ..........7
HANDLING, SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE ........................8
SUPPLEMENT .........................9
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1-1
SECTION 1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Aircraft Views (3) ..............................................................................1-2
1.1 Introduction..........................................................................................1-4
1.3 Technical Data ......................................................................................1-5
Engine.................................................................................................1-5
Propeller.............................................................................................1-5
Fuel......................................................................................................1-5
Oil........................................................................................................1-6
Maximum Certificated Weights......................................................1-6
Typical Aircraft Weights...................................................................1-6
Cabin and Entry Dimensions .........................................................1-7
Baggage Space...................................................................................1-7
Specific Loadings..............................................................................1-7
Other Data .........................................................................................1-7
1.5 Symbols, Abbreviations and Terminology .......................................1-8
(a) General Airspeed Terminology and Symbols......................1-8
(b) Meteorological Terminology ................................................1-10
(c) Power Terminology................................................................1-11
(d) Engine Instruments ...............................................................1-11
(e) Aircraft Performance and Flight
Planning Terminology...........................................................1-11
(f) Weight and Balance ...............................................................1-12
(g) Other Definitions...................................................................1-14
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2.11 (6.92)
1.118 (3.67)
3.27 (10.75)
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1.72 (5.67)
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Notes:
The ground clearance of the propeller at maximum takeoff weight and
in the takeoff attitude is at least 0.180 m (7 in.). Maximum propeller
diameteris1.854m(73in.).
Thewingareais11.93m²(128.4sq.ft.).
A minimum turning radius of 6.6 m (21.7 ft) (Pivot point to the wing
tip) can be achieved.
Control Surface Deflections:
- Aileron Up 23° - Down 17°;
- Elevator Up 21° - Down 20°;
- Rudder Left 21°- Right 21°;
- Trim Tab Up 10° - Down 20°;
- Flaps - Down 0° to 40°.
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1.1 INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1
GENERAL
This manual constitutes a Transport Canada approved Airplane Flight
ManualforCanadianregisteredairplanesinaccordancewithAWM523.
In countries other than Canada, Transport Canada operating rules may
not apply. Operators must ensure that the aircraft is operated in
accordancewithnationaloperatingrules.
The manual is divided into 8 sections and contains data for the pilot that
must be available in accordance with the CARs. Supplementary
specificationsoftheaircraftmanufacturerarealsoincluded.
The handbook is intended to familiarize the pilot with the aircraft,
operating limits, emergency procedures, normal procedures and
performance.
The handbook does not serve as a substitute for appropriate flight
training and knowledge of valid airworthiness advisories, the relevant
official aviation rules and the advisory circulars. It is not intended as
orientation for flight, basic training, or as a training manual, and it may
onlybeusedasthecurrent status for the operation of the Aircraft.
The handbook is divided into sections, which are numbered with Arabic
digits. Each section is divided by separator sheets for speedy reference.
The operating limits and the emergency procedures are placed before the
normal procedures, the performance data and the other sections. The
section "Emergency Procedures" is marked with a red tab divider so that
thissectioncanbelookedup immediately.
Provision for an extension to the handbook is provided. Therefore, some
paragraph numbers, figure numbers, position numbers and pages are
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Engine
Propeller
Fuel
(a) Number 1
(b) Engine Manufacturer Textron Lycoming.
(c) Engine Model O-320-D2A
(d) Engine Type Four cylinder, direct drive,
horizontally opposed,
air cooled engine with
a float type carburetor
(e) Rated Power 119 kW (160 BHP)
(f) Rated Speed 2700 RPM
(g) Bore 130.175 mm (5.125 in.)
(h) Stroke 98.425 mm (3.875 in.)
(i) Displacement 5.24 l (319.8 cu.in.)
(j) Compression Ratio 8.5:1
(a) Number 1
(b) Propeller Manufacturer MT-propeller
(c) Propeller Model MT 186 R 140-3D P-244-3
(d) Number of Blades 2
(e) Propeller Diameter 1860 mm, (73.2)
(f) Propeller Type Wood, fixed pitch
(a) Fuel Approved Fuel Grades
AVGAS 100 LL blue
(b) Total Capacity 122 l (32.2 U.S. Gal)
(c) Total Usable 110 l (29.1 U.S. Gal)
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Oil
Maximum Certified Weights
Typical Aircraft Weights
(a) Oil Specification Aviation Grade Straight
Mineral Oil MIL-L-6082
and Aviation Grade Ashless
Dispersant Oil MIL-L-22851
(b) Oil Viscosity
Mean Environment- MIL-L-6082 MIL-L-22851
Temperature Ashless Dispersant
Above 16°C (60°F) SAE 50 SAE 40 or SAE 50
-1°C to 32°C SAE 40 SAE 40
-18°C to 21°C SAE 30 SAE 30 or SAE 40
Below -12°C SAE 20 SAE 30
(c) Max. Oil Capacity 7.6 l (8 qt)
(d) Recommended Oil Quantity 4.7 - 6.6 l (5 -7 qt)
(a) Maximum Ramp Weight 975 kg (2150 lbs)
(b) Maximum Takeoff Weight 975 kg (2150 lbs)
(c) Landing Weight 926 kg (2041 lbs)
(d) Maximum Weight in Baggage Compartment 75 kg (165 lbs)
but in the front or rear area maximum 45 kg (99 lbs)
(a) Empty Weight depending
630 - 660 kg (1389 - 1455 lbs)
(b) Maximum Useful Load 345 kg (761 lbs)
(30°F) (90°F)
(0°F) (70°F)
(10°F)
on installed equipment:
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