Eclipse 500 User Manual

Section 2. Avio Avionics Suite Eclipse 5OO Systems Manual
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d. Sidestick (Left and Right)
With the exception of the push-to-talk switch that is directly wired its
respective PFD, switch inputs from each sidestick are routed through the
center switch panel to the PFD and on to the ACS. The left and right
sidesticks allow for the following functionality:
• All Interrupt Switch
• Autopilot Disconnect
• Transponder IDENT
• Microphone push-to-talk
• Pitch and Roll Trim
• Landing Gear Warning Mute
Figure 15. Sidestick

Eclipse 500 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Eclipse Aerospace
Model	Eclipse 500
Type	Very Light Jet
Engines	2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW610F turbofans
Thrust per engine	900 lbf (4.0 kN)
Wingspan	37.9 ft (11.6 m)
Height	11.0 ft (3.4 m)
Avionics	Avio NG
First Flight	August 26, 2002
Maximum Speed	430 mph
Range	1, 125 nautical miles
Service Ceiling	41, 000 ft (12, 500 m)
Crew	1 or 2
Max Takeoff Weight	6, 000 pounds
Seating Capacity	4-6
Length	33 feet 6 inches
Empty Weight	3, 550 pounds
Payload	Varies with configuration and fuel load