Section 906 Pilot’s Operating Handbook
S-TEC System 55X Autopilot EXTRA 500
Figure 1 shows the autopilot system configuration of the
EXTRA 500 including all components interacting with the
autopilot. Refer to respective Supplement of this Handbook for
information about yaw damper.
906.2 Section 2 - Operating Limitations
The aircraft must be operated within the limitations herein
provided when the autopilot is in use.
S-TEC System 55X Pilot's Operating Handbook, P/N 87109,
dated 05-01-08 or later, must be carried in the aircraft and be
available to the pilot while in flight.
906.2.a Airspeed limitation
Autopilot operation is limited to 90 thru 190 KIAS
906.2.b Flap limitations with autopilot engaged
With autotrim operative: flap extension limited to 15°
With autotrim not operative: flaps limited to 0° position (no
extension or retraction)
906.2.c Flight Phase limitations
Autopilot operation prohibited during take-off and landing
Autopilot coupled missed approach or go around maneuvers not
authorized
Category I operations only
906.2.d Altitude limitations
Autopilot use prohibited below 200’ AGL during approach
operations
Autopilot use prohibited below 800’ AGL during enroute
operations
906.3 Section 3 - Emergency Operating Procedures
In the event of an autopilot malfunction, or anytime the
autopilot is not performing as expected or commanded, do not
attempt to identify the system problem. Immediately regain
906-4 26. January 2011
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