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CIRRUS DESIGN SR22 User Manual

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AIRPLANE INFORMATION MANUAL
for the
CIRRUS DESIGN SR22
Aircraft Serials 0002 and subs with Analog
or Avidyne Avionics System
• NOTE •
At the time of issuance, this Information Manual was harmo-
nized with the SR22 Pilot's Operating Handbook Rev A9 (P/N
13772-001), and will not be kept current. Therefore, this Infor-
mation Manual is for reference only and cannot be used as a
substitute for the official Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA
Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Information Manual
P/N 20880-001 March 2010

Table of Contents

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CIRRUS DESIGN SR22 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCIRRUS DESIGN
ModelSR22
CategoryTools
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 2 Limitations

Airspeed Limitations

Specifies critical airspeed limits for safe operation.

Weight Limits

Specifies critical weight limits for takeoff and baggage.

Center of Gravity Limits

Defines the critical center of gravity envelope for safe operation.

Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS)

Describes limitations related to the aircraft's parachute system.

Section 3 Emergency Procedures

Airspeeds for Emergency Operations

Lists critical airspeeds for various emergency operations.

Memory Items

Lists critical emergency procedure steps that must be memorized.

Ground Emergencies

Details procedures for handling emergencies on the ground.

Engine Fire During Start

Procedure for handling an engine fire during the start sequence.

Emergency Engine Shutdown On Ground

Procedure for safely shutting down the engine on the ground.

Emergency Ground Egress

Procedure for safe and rapid exit from the aircraft.

In-Flight Emergencies

Details procedures for handling emergencies during flight.

Engine Failure On Takeoff (Low Altitude)

Procedure for engine failure immediately after becoming airborne.

Maximum Glide

Provides data and guidance for maximum glide performance.

Engine Failure In Flight

Procedure for handling engine failure at altitude.

Engine Partial Power Loss

Procedure for handling a partial loss of engine power.

Engine Fire In Flight

Procedure for handling an engine fire during flight.

Emergency Descent

Procedure for executing a rapid descent.

Spins

Information on spin characteristics and recovery procedures.

CAPS Deployment

Detailed procedures for activating the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System.

Landing Emergencies

Procedures for handling various landing emergencies.

Emergency Landing Without Engine Power

Procedure for forced landing without engine power.

PFD - Loss of Air Data

Procedure for loss of air data on the Primary Flight Display.

PFD - Loss of Attitude Data

Procedure for loss of attitude data on the Primary Flight Display.

Section 3A Abnormal Procedures

Brake Failure During Taxi

Procedure for handling brake failure during taxi operations.

Aborted Takeoff

Procedure for aborting a takeoff safely.

Inadvertent Icing Encounter

Procedure for encountering icing conditions unexpectedly.

Landing With Failed Brakes

Procedure for landing with inoperative brakes.

Pitot Static Malfunction

Procedure for a malfunction in the pitot-static system.

Electric Trim/Autopilot Failure

Procedure for failure of the electric trim or autopilot system.

Section 4 Normal Procedures

Preflight Inspection

Essential pre-flight task to ensure aircraft readiness.

Preflight Walk-Around

Detailed checklist for the external pre-flight inspection.

Before Starting Engine

Procedures to follow before starting the aircraft engine.

Starting Engine

Critical procedure for starting the aircraft engine.

Normal Takeoff

Critical procedure for a standard takeoff.

Short Field Takeoff

Critical procedure for takeoff from short fields.

Normal Landing

Critical procedure for a standard landing.

Short Field Landing

Critical procedure for landing on short fields.

Balked Landing/Go-Around

Critical procedure for aborting a landing.

Stalls

Knowledge of stall characteristics and recovery techniques.

Section 5 Performance Data

Flight Planning

Information for predicting airplane performance for flight planning.

Takeoff

Provides takeoff performance data including ground roll and distance.

Climb

Provides climb performance data including rate and gradient.

Fuel Required

Calculates total fuel requirement for a flight based on performance data.

Landing

Provides landing performance data including ground roll and distance.

Stall Speeds

Lists critical stall speeds for various configurations and conditions.

Time, Fuel and Distance to Climb

Provides data on time, fuel, and distance for climbing.

Section 6 Weight and Balance

Loading Instructions

Guidance for properly loading the airplane within weight limits.

Center of Gravity Limits

Defines the critical center of gravity envelope for safe operation.

Section 7 Airplane and Systems Description

Primary Flight Display

Detailed description of the PFD and its functions.

Passenger Restraints

Details of integrated seat belts and shoulder harnesses.

Fire Extinguisher

Description and operation of the Halon fire extinguisher.

Engine

Description of the Teledyne Continental IO-550-N engine.

Fuel System

Describes the wet-wing fuel storage and delivery system.

Fuel Caution Light

Explains the amber fuel caution light for low fuel conditions.

Brake System

Describes the hydraulic brake system and its components.

Electrical System

Describes the 28-VDC electrical system with two alternators and batteries.

BAT & ALT Master Switches

Describes the function of the master switches for batteries and alternators.

Low-Volts Warning Light

Explains the red warning light for low voltage on the Essential Bus.

ALT Fail Caution Lights

Describes the caution lights for alternator failure or overcurrent.

Stall Warning System

Describes the electro-pneumatic stall warning system.

Multi-Function Display

Describes the Avidyne EX5000C Multi-Function Display.

Autopilot

Describes the S-TEC System 55X Autopilot system.

Emergency Locator Transmitter

Describes the self-contained emergency locator transmitter (ELT).

Cirrus Airplane Parachute System

Describes the CAPS designed for emergency landings.

Activation Handle

Describes the procedure for activating the CAPS T-handle.

Deployment Characteristics

Describes the expected characteristics of CAPS deployment.

Section 8 Handling, Servicing, Maintenance

Airplane Inspection Periods

Defines required inspection intervals for aircraft.

Annual Inspection

Details requirements for the mandatory annual inspection.

100-Hour Inspection

Details requirements for the 100-hour inspection.

Brake Servicing

Critical maintenance procedures for the brake system.

Oil Servicing

Critical maintenance procedure for engine oil.

Fuel System Servicing

Critical maintenance procedures for the fuel system.

Fuel Contamination and Sampling

Critical safety procedure for checking fuel quality.

Section 9 Supplements

Power On and Fail-safe Operation

Describes how to power on and the fail-safe operation of the audio panel.

Mode Selector Keys

Explains the function of the transponder mode selector keys.

S-Tec System 55X Autopilot w/ Altitude Selector/Alerter

Describes the autopilot system and its features.

Autopilot Malfunction

Procedure for handling an autopilot malfunction.

Autopilot and Altitude Selector Pre-Flight Tests

Critical pre-flight checks for the autopilot and altitude selector.

Autopilot Altitude Hold Mode

Describes the autopilot's Altitude Hold mode operation.

Autopilot Vertical Speed Mode

Describes the autopilot's Vertical Speed mode operation.

GPS Tracking and GPS Approach

Procedures for autopilot navigation using GPS.

Glideslope Intercept and Tracking

Procedures for autopilot glideslope capture and tracking.

Inadvertent Icing Encounter

Procedure for handling unexpected encounters with icing conditions.

Response To Ground Proximity Warnings

Actions to take when ground proximity warnings occur.

Response To Awareness Alerts

Actions to take for terrain and obstacle awareness alerts.

Section 9 Supplements

Section 2 - Limitations

Critical operational limitations for the Flight Director system.

Section 2 - Limitations

Critical operational limits for the XM Satellite Weather System.

Cabin Fire In Flight

Procedure for cabin fire with air conditioner ON.

Alternator Failure

Procedure for alternator failure with air conditioner ON.

LOW VOLTS Warning Light Illuminated

Procedure for low voltage warning with AC ON.

Before Takeoff

Procedure before takeoff concerning the air conditioner.

Propeller Servicing

Critical maintenance procedures for the propeller spinner and blades.

Takeoff Distance

Provides takeoff distance data for various conditions.

Section 6 - Weight & Balance

Information on weight and balance for G3 Wing airplanes.

Airplane Weighing Procedures

Detailed procedures for weighing the aircraft and determining CG.

Moment Limits

Chart to determine if weight and moment are within limits.

Weight & Balance Loading Form

Form to calculate total weight and moment for loading.

Section 10 Safety Information

Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) Deployment

Detailed information on CAPS deployment scenarios and considerations.

Landing Considerations

Provides critical considerations for landings after CAPS deployment.

Emergency Landing Body Position

Critical procedure for occupant protection during touchdown.