Citabria 6-5
AIRCRAFT FILE
The aircraft file includes the required paperwork that must be in the aircraft or available upon
request. These items will reference the aircraft by serial number, model number and
registration number. The aircraft identification plate, which also contains this information, is
located on the cabin floor to the left and forward of the rear seat. The file consists of the
following items:
These items must be displayed inside the aircraft.
1) Airworthiness Certificate
2) Aircraft Registration
3) Aircraft Radio License (if radio installed)
4) Operating Limitations Placards and Markings
These items must be in the aircraft but need not be displayed.
1) Aircraft Equipment List
2) Weight and Balance Sheet
These items need not be carried in the aircraft but must be available upon request.
1) Engine Log Book
2) Aircraft Log Book
NOTE
The Pilot’s Operating Manual should always be carried in the aircraft readily available to the
pilot during flight but is not legally required.
AIRFRAME STRUCTURE
The Citabria is a two place, tandem seating, high wing aircraft with conventional landing gear.
See Figures 6-1 and 6-2 respectively for the principal dimensions and specifications and an
external three-view of the aircraft. All components are designed to meet or exceed the
requirements set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration.
The fuselage and empennage are constructed of welded tubular steel providing high strength
and pilot protection under all conditions. The entire assembly is protected by an epoxy primer
and c9vered with a heavy fire resistant dacron fabric. The lifetime dacron is finished with
several coats of pigmented dope which is durable, long lasting arid easy to care for. The
streamline fibreglass engine cowl is a two piece, split type for easy removal providing complete
access to the engine for servicing.
The wing structure includes two spruce spars, each supported by struts, providing a high
strength to weight ratio. The wing ribs and the leading edge are aluminium and covered with
dacron. The finish is identical to the fuselage.
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