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Details about the Pilot's Operating Handbook content, structure, and manufacturer information.
Defines terms like Warning, Caution, Important, Note, and modal verbs used in the manual.
Provides a graphical representation of the aircraft's external dimensions and key measurements.
Outlines key features and advantages of the EXTRA 500 aircraft, including its configuration and design.
Explains common symbols, abbreviations, and terminology used in the manual for clarity.
Details critical airspeed limitations (VFE, VLO/VLE, VNO, VNE, VSO) for safe aircraft operation.
Lists specific operating limits for the engine and propeller, including N1, torque, and temperature.
Specifies the maximum allowable weights for ramp, takeoff, and landing operations.
Defines the forward and aft CG limits in MAC and provides information on CG range variation.
Covers limitations related to fuel quantity, pressure, transfer, flow, and low fuel conditions.
Encompasses limitations for electrical, hydraulic, and cabin pressurization systems.
Includes limitations for operating altitude, outside air temperature, ground power, airstart, structure, passengers, anti-ice, flaps, taxiing, reverse utilization, and crosswind.
Outlines three fundamental rules for handling emergencies: maintain aircraft control, analyze situation, and land ASAP/practical.
Provides a checklist of emergency procedures, including airspeeds for safe operation and emergencies.
Details procedures for handling engine malfunctions such as aborted takeoff and engine failure during flight.
Provides general procedures and specific actions for engine fires, electrical fires, smoke, or fumes in flight.
Details procedures for various landing emergencies, including precautionary, power-off, and wheels-up landings.
Details procedures for handling electrical system failures like generator failure, low voltage, and tripped circuit breakers.
Addresses procedures for landing gear issues such as gear warnings and hydraulic pump failures.
Outlines procedures for cabin pressure issues, including warnings and door malfunctions.
Provides critical airspeeds for normal operations, including climb, balked landing, and crosswind.
Lists recommended airspeeds for approach with different flap settings and for rough air.
Details stall speeds for various flap configurations (UP, 15°, 30°).
Outlines the checklist for normal operations, including preflight inspection and cabin checks.
Provides amplified normal procedures, including detailed preflight inspection, cabin, and exterior checks.
Introduces performance data charts for flight planning and analysis under various conditions.
Provides the typical altitude loss associated with a stall.
Illustrates how to use performance charts to determine data for a typical flight scenario.
Details the steps for weighing the aircraft to determine its Center of Gravity and Basic Empty Weight.
Explains the purpose and use of the Weight and Balance Record to track aircraft changes.
Describes the procedure for determining aircraft weight and balance for flight operations.
Describes the aircraft's construction, including fuselage, wing, stabilizers, and landing gear.
Details the construction and operation of the aircraft's flight controls: ailerons, rudder, and elevators.
Provides an overview of the aircraft's instrument panel, including controls, switches, and circuit breakers.
Details the hydraulically operated retractable landing gear system, its components, and cycles.
Provides a general overview of the Rolls-Royce turbo-propeller engine and its major systems.
Explains the 28 VDC electrical system, power sources, and bus distribution.
Explains the cabin pressurization system, its components, and operation for maintaining cabin altitude.
Describes the pitot and static pressure systems, including heated pitot heads and static ports.
Specifies required inspection periods, including annual inspections and airworthiness directives.
Covers procedures for ground handling, including towing, parking, tie-down, jacking, and leveling.
Details servicing procedures for the fuel system, oil, landing gear hydraulic oil, and air.
Introduces supplements covering optional systems, their descriptions, limitations, procedures, and performance.
Provides a general overview of the Avidyne Integrated Flight Displays and Control Display Unit system.
Outlines limitations for IFD operation, including considerations for Kinds of Operation and software versions.
Details emergency procedures for IFD system failures like loss of ADAHRS, GPS, Nav/Com, and CDU.
Covers normal procedures for IFD operation, including switching ON/OFF and B-RNAV operations.
Describes the Avidyne IFD functions such as PFD, FMS, GPS Navigation, and Attitude/Air Data.
Introduces the PS Engineering PMA8000B/BT Audio Selector Panel and Intercom systems.
Outlines limitations regarding the use of portable electronic devices and cellular phones.
Describes the fail-safe operation of the audio panel and headset in emergency situations.
Outlines the basic functions of the PMA8000B(-T) audio panel, referring to detailed manuals.
Describes the Bose Aviation Headset Series II, its noise reduction features, and wearing instructions.
Explains the connection and proper alignment of the headset interconnect plug.
Provides guidance on microphone placement for optimal communication clarity and noise rejection.
Details how to adjust headset volume and notes on active noise reduction circuitry.
Describes the Bendix/King KDM 706A DME system and its display on the KDI 574 indicator.
Introduces the Shadin MINIFLO-L fuel computer, its capabilities, and limitations.
Explains the different in-flight modes of the fuel computer: FUEL FLOW, ENDURANCE, FUEL USED, and FUEL REMAINING.
Covers the inoperability of the fuel computer during loss of power or master switch off.
Introduces the S-TEC System 55X Three Axis Autopilot and its integration with the EXTRA 500.
Details operating limitations for the autopilot, including airspeed, flap, flight phase, and altitude restrictions.
Outlines procedures for autopilot malfunctions, emphasizing immediate disconnection and regaining control.
Covers normal operating procedures for the autopilot, including electric trim checks and glide slope procedures.
Describes the S-TEC Yaw Trim System and its function in maintaining zero side-slip angle with autopilot engagement.
States that yaw trim system limitations are covered by the autopilot limitations.
Provides procedures for abnormal yaw trim system operation, including manual stabilization and disengagement.
Covers normal operating procedures for the yaw trim system, including pre-flight and in-flight adjustments.
States the purpose and location of the emergency flashlight.
Outlines limitations for the flashlight, including usage only in emergencies and battery replacement.
General| Crew | 1 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1 passenger |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h (230 mph, 200 kn) |
| Manufacturer | Extra Flugzeugbau |
| Height | 2.4 m |
| Rate of climb | 5 m/s |
