Piper ARCHER II - Introduction to Performance and Flight Planning

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5
PA-28-181, ARCHER II PERFORMANCE
SECTION 5
PERFORMANCE
5,1 GENERAL
All of the required (FAA regulations) and complementary performance
information applicable to the Archer JI is provided by this section.
Performance information associated with those optional systems and
equipment which require handbook supplements is provided by Section 9
(Supplements).
5.3 INTRODUCTION TO PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT
PLANNING
The performance information presented in this section is based on
measured Flight Test Data corrected to I.C.A.O. standard day conditions
and analytically expanded for the various parameters of weight, altitude,
temperature, etc. ”
The performance charts are unfactored and do not make any allowance
for varying degrees of pilot proficiency or mechanical deterioration of the
aircraft. This performance, however, can be duplicated by following the
stated procedures in a properly maintained airplane.
Effects of conditions not considered on the charts must be evaluated by
the pilot, such as the effect of soft or grass runway surface on takeoff and
landing performance, or the effect of winds aloft on cruise and range per-
formance. Endurance can be grossly affected by improper leaning pro-
cedures, and inflight fuel flow and quantity checks are recommended.
REMEMBER! To get chart performance, follow the chart procedures.
ISSUED: JULY 2, 1979 ' REPORT: VB-1120
REVISED: JUNE 25, 1981 5-1