Engaging FD Only from the FD/AP Switch Position
1. S-TEC AUTOPILOT: Select a roll mode (HDG, NAV, NAV APR, REV, REV
APR, NAV GPSS)
2. S-TEC AUTOPILOT: Engage a pitch mode (ALT, VS)
3. Autopilot Three-Way Master Switch: Toggle switch to FD (audible alert will
sound)
4. Pilot the aircraft according to the Flight Director Steering Command Bars
(as desired).
DISENGAGING THE AUTOPILOT
1. Disconnect the autopilot using either:
• Autopilot Disconnect Switch
• OFF position on the three-way autopilot switch
2. Manually pilot the aircraft.
9.1- 5 PERFORMANCE
No change.
9.1- 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE
No change.
9.1-7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS
AUTOPILOT
The airplane is equipped with an S-Tec System 55 X two-axis Automatic
Flight Control System (Autopilot). The autopilot programmer/computer is
installed in the instrument panel just below the Multi Function Display.
WARNING: When disengaging the autopilot, the pilot must be prepared
to assume aircraft control. Out-of-trim forces could be present that will
require immediate pilot action.
WARNING: When disengaging the autopilot, the pilot must be prepared
to assume aircraft control. Out-of-trim forces could be present that will
require immediate pilot action.
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