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Cirrus SR22 User Manual

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P/N 13772-004 CoverPage-i
PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK
AND FAA APPROVED
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
for the
CIRRUS SR22
Aircraft Serials 22-3915 & Subsequent
3600 Pound Takeoff Weight
FAA Approved in Normal Category based on FAR 23. This document must be carried in
the airplane at all times and be kept within the reach of the pilot during all flight
operations.
THIS HANDBOOK INCLUDES THE MATERIAL REQUIRED TO BE FURNISHED TO
THE PILOT BY FAR PART 23 AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY
CIRRUS DESIGN AND CONSTITUTES THE FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT
MANUAL.
Model - Serial Num.: Registration Num.:
Original Issue: February 01, 2013

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Cirrus SR22 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerCirrus Aircraft
EngineContinental IO-550-N
Power310 hp
Service Ceiling17, 500 ft (5, 300 m)
Fuel Capacity81 US gal (310 L)
PropellerHartzell 3-blade constant speed
AvionicsCirrus Perspective+ by Garmin
Max Speed213 knots (245 mph, 394 km/h)
Cruise Speed183 knots (211 mph, 339 km/h)
Rate of Climb1, 270 feet per minute
Wingspan38 ft 4 in (11.68 m)
Length26 feet
Height8 ft 11 in (2.7 m)
Max Takeoff Weight3, 600 lb (1, 633 kg)
Cabin Width49 in (124 cm)
Stall Speed60 knots
Seating4

Summary

Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual for the Cirrus SR22

Section 1: General

Maximum Certificated Weights

Lists maximum gross takeoff weight, maximum zero fuel weight, and maximum baggage compartment loading.

Section 2: Limitations

Powerplant Limitations

Details limitations for the engine, including manufacturer, model, power rating, and oil temperature.

Center of Gravity Limits

Presents the CG envelope graphically and defines forward and aft limits based on weight.

Maneuver Limits

Prohibits aerobatic maneuvers and spins; allows normal stalls, chandelles, lazy eights within bank limits.

Flight Load Factor Limits

Specifies the positive and negative load factors allowed for different flap settings at 3600 lb.

Icing

Prohibits flight into known icing conditions.

Fuel Limits

Specifies approved fuel grades, total fuel capacity, and maximum allowable fuel imbalance.

Altitude Limits

Defines maximum takeoff altitude (10,000 ft MSL) and maximum operating altitude (17,500 ft MSL).

Systems and Equipment Limits

Covers limitations for Cirrus Perspective Integrated Avionics System, avionics switch off, PFD/MFD cooling fan failures.

Section 3: Emergency Procedures

CAPS Guidance

Details the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) as a life-saving option for critical emergencies.

Airspeeds for Emergency Operations

Provides key airspeeds for emergency maneuvers like maneuvering speed, best glide, and engine-out landing.

Engine Failures

Covers procedures for engine failure on takeoff (low altitude) and in flight, including restart attempts.

Airstart

Details the procedure for engine airstart, including checklist items and amplification notes.

Smoke and Fire

Provides procedures for cabin fire in flight and engine fire in flight.

Emergency Descent

Outlines the procedure for an emergency descent, including power lever, mixture, and airspeed.

Maximum Glide

Presents best glide speed and ratio, with a chart showing glide distance versus altitude.

Forced Landings

Details procedures for emergency landing without engine power, including radio, transponder, and CAPS activation.

Ditching

Provides procedures for ditching, including radio, transponder, CAPS, airplane evacuation, and flotation devices.

Landing Without Elevator Control

Describes procedures for landing when elevator control is lost, using flaps and trim for control.

Engine System Emergencies

Covers partial power loss, low oil pressure, high oil temperature, and high cylinder head temperature.

Propeller System Emergencies

Details procedures for engine speed high and propeller governor failure.

Fuel System Emergencies

Covers high fuel flow, low fuel quantity, and fuel imbalance warnings.

Electrical System Emergencies

Addresses high voltage on main buses and essential bus, and battery 1 current sensor warnings.

Integrated Avionics System Emergencies

Details procedures for AHRS failure, ADC failure, and PFD display failure.

Unusual Attitude Emergencies

Focuses on inadvertent spin entry and the mandatory CAPS activation.

CAPS Deployment

Details the CAPS activation procedure, including handle operation and post-deployment actions.

Section 3A: Abnormal Procedures

Abnormal Landings

Details procedures for landing with failed brakes or a flat tire.

Engine System

Addresses abnormal engine conditions like low idle oil pressure and starter engaged annunciation.

Low Alternator 1 Output

Procedure for low alternator 1 output, including checking circuit breakers and shedding non-essential loads.

Integrated Avionics System

Covers avionics switch off, PFD/MFD cooling fan failure, and flight displays too dim.

Pitot Static System

Details procedures for pitot static malfunctions, including static source blocked and pitot tube blocked.

Flight Control System

Covers electric trim/autopilot failure and flap system exceedance.

Landing Gear System

Addresses brake failure during taxi and left/right brake over-temperature.

Section 4: Normal Procedures

Airspeeds for Normal Operation

Lists critical airspeeds for takeoff rotation, enroute climb, landing approach, and go-around.

Starting Engine

Describes engine starting procedures, including priming, flooding indications, and oil pressure checks.

Takeoff

Details power check, flap settings, soft/rough field, and crosswind takeoff procedures.

Short Field Takeoff

Procedure for short field takeoff including flaps, brakes, power, mixture, elevator control, and airspeed.

Climb

Describes normal climbs and climb speeds for maximum rate and angle, considering engine cooling.

Landing

Provides guidance on landing with full flaps, normal landings, short field landings, and crosswind landings.

Balked Landing/Go-Around

Procedure for balked landings or go-arounds, including autopilot disengagement, power, flaps, and airspeed.

Stalls

Describes aircraft stall characteristics, including power-off and power-on stalls, and recovery procedures.

Section 5: Performance Data

Airspeed Calibration - Normal Static Source

Table showing indicated airspeeds (KIAS) versus calibrated airspeeds (KCAS) for different flap settings.

Airspeed Calibration - Alternate Static Source

Table showing indicated airspeeds (KIAS) versus calibrated airspeeds (KCAS) with heater/defroster ON.

Altitude Correction

Provides tables for correcting indicated altitude to true altitude based on flaps, density altitude, and static source.

Stall Speeds

Lists stall speeds (KIAS/KCAS) for different weights, CG positions, flap settings, and bank angles.

Takeoff Distance

Explains factors affecting takeoff distance (winds, runway, flaps, AC) and provides correction notes.

Takeoff Distance - 3600 LB

Table showing takeoff distance (ground roll and 50ft obstacle) at various temperatures and altitudes.

Takeoff Distance - 2900 LB

Table showing takeoff distance (ground roll and 50ft obstacle) at various temperatures and altitudes.

Takeoff Climb Gradient

Table showing climb gradient (ft/NM) at various weights, altitudes, temperatures, and speeds.

Takeoff Rate of Climb

Table showing rate of climb (fpm) at various weights, altitudes, temperatures, and speeds.

Enroute Climb Gradient

Table showing enroute climb gradient (ft/NM) for different conditions, including ice accumulation.

Enroute Rate of Climb

Table showing enroute rate of climb (fpm) for different conditions, including ice accumulation.

Cruise Performance

Presents cruise performance data (RPM, MAP, PWR, KTAS, GPH) at various altitudes and temperatures.

Balked Landing Climb Gradient

Table showing balked landing climb gradient with ice accumulation for different conditions.

Balked Landing Rate of Climb

Table showing balked landing rate of climb with ice accumulation for different conditions.

Landing Distance

Explains factors affecting landing distance and provides correction notes for winds and runway slope.

Section 6: Weight and Balance Data

Airplane Weighing Procedures

Details preparation, leveling, weighing, and measuring steps for determining empty weight and CG.

Loading Instructions

Guides pilot in calculating total weight and moment using forms and charts for proper loading.

Moment Limits

Chart and table to determine if weight and moment are within limits for proper loading.

Section 7: Systems Description

Flight Instruments

Describes instruments on PFD (attitude, airspeed, heading, altitude) and standby instruments.

Attitude Indicator

Explains primary and standby attitude indicators, pitch/roll/slip/skid info, and red warning chevrons.

Fuel System

Covers fuel storage (92-gallon usable), fuel selector valve, electric and engine-driven pumps, and fuel quantity indication.

Electrical System

Describes the 28 VDC system with two alternators, two batteries, and power distribution via MCU buses.

Stall Warning System

Provides audible warning via horn and CAS message for approach to stall.

Pitot-Static System

Describes system components: heated Pitot tube, static ports, alternate static source, and water traps.

Perspective Integrated Avionics System

Provides advanced cockpit functionality and situational awareness with integrated flight, engine, nav systems.

GDU Primary Flight Display

Primary display for flight parameters (attitude, airspeed, heading, altitude); accepts data from MFD and AVIONICS units.

Electronic Stability and Protection (Optional)

Assists pilot in safe flight by providing control force feedback (soft barrier) to maintain flight envelope.

Hypoxia Detection and Automatic Descent (Optional)

Monitors pilot inputs to detect hypoxia and automatically descends to a lower altitude for recovery.

Section 9: Log of Supplements

Artex ME406 406 MHz ELT System

Describes the ELT system, its components, installation, and emergency procedures.

GFC 700 Automatic Flight Control System

Details the Autopilot system, including general description, limitations, and modes.

Autopilot Malfunction

Procedures for autopilot malfunction, including disconnection and altitude loss during recovery.

Underspeed Protection Mode (Optional)

Enters mode automatically when airspeed falls below minimum threshold with Autopilot engaged.

TKS Anti-Ice System

Details approved for FIKI, capacity, tank size, and system operation limitations.

Section 2 - Limitations

Requires operation as described in manual, specific speeds, and immediate exit from icing conditions upon malfunction.

Airspeed Limitations

Specifies minimum airspeed for known icing (95 KIAS) and max airspeed for system operation.

Weight Limits

Maximum weight for flight into known icing conditions is 3600 lb.

Takeoff Limits

Prohibits takeoff with any ice, snow, frost, or slush adhering to critical surfaces or engine inlet.

Stall Speeds with Ice Accumulation

Provides stall speeds with ice accumulation, noting potential altitude loss and KIAS inaccuracy.

Landing Distance with Ice Accumulation

Explains factors affecting landing distance with ice and provides correction notes for runway slope.

Before Takeoff

Procedures for anticipated icing conditions, including switch settings, checks, and flap retraction.

Approach and Landing

Procedures for approach and landing in icing conditions: system settings, monitoring ice, flap settings, and airspeed.

Section 10: Safety Information

Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS)

Designed to lower aircraft and occupants in life-threatening emergencies; may cause damage or injury.

Mid-Air Collision

Immediate evaluation of aircraft controllability and structural capability after collision; CAPS recommended if unflyable.

Structural Failure

Recommends CAPS activation due to severe gusts, inadvertent control movements, or exceeding load factors.

Loss of Control

Recommends immediate CAPS activation due to control system failure, severe turbulence, icing, or disorientation.

Landing Required in Terrain not Permitting a Safe Landing

Recommends CAPS activation for forced landings on unprepared surfaces or in hazardous terrain/conditions.

Landing Considerations

Describes CAPS landing descent rate, touchdown impact, occupant preparation, and door position.

Emergency Landing Body Position

Details the position to protect occupants from injury, especially back injury, before and after touchdown.

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