Piper SARATOGA II HP PA-32R-301 User Manual

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SARATOGA II HP
AIRPLANE
SERIAL NO. 3246223
PA-32R-301
SN 3246088 AND UP
PILOT'S
OPERATING
HANDBOOK
AND
FAA APPROVED
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
AIRPLANE
REGIST.
NO. N3101Q
PA-32R-301
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REPORT: VB-1669 FAA APPROVED BY: ~ C ·~ ~
DATE OF APPROVAL:
JUNE 30, 1997
PETER E. PECK
D.O.A. NO. S0-1
THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
VERO
BEACH, FLORIDA
FAA APPROVED IN NORMAL CATEGORY BASED ON CAR 3. THIS HANDBOOK
INCLUDES THE 1\<IATERV\L REQUIRED TO BE FURNISI:illD TO THE PILOT BY CAR 3 AND
CONSTITUTES THE APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL AND MUST BE CARRillD
IN THE AIRPLANE AT ALL TIMES .

Piper SARATOGA II HP PA-32R-301 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Piper Aircraft
Engine	Lycoming IO-540-K1G5
Horsepower	300 hp
Seating	6
Type	Piston Single
Height	8 ft 6 in (2.59 m)
Max Takeoff Weight	3, 600 lb (1, 633 kg)
Service Ceiling	15, 000 ft (4, 572 m)

Summary

SECTION 1 GENERAL

1.3 ENGINE

1.7 FUEL

Details on fuel capacity, usable fuel, grade, and alternate fuels.

1.11 MAXIMUM WEIGHTS

Specifies the maximum takeoff, landing, and ramp weights for the aircraft.

SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS

2.3 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS

Specifies critical airspeeds such as Never Exceed Speed (VNE) and Maximum Structural Cruising Speed (VNO).

2.7 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS

Specifies limitations for engine and propeller, including horsepower, RPM, oil temperature, and blade angle.

2.13 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS

Defines the forward and rearward center of gravity limits for various aircraft weights.

SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

3.5 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLIST

Provides a checklist for critical situations like engine fire, power loss, and power-off landings.

3.13 ENGINE POWER LOSS IN FLIGHT

Steps to take in case of complete engine power loss during flight, including restart attempts and landing prep.

3.15 POWER OFF LANDING

Detailed guidance on performing a forced landing with no engine power, including pattern and touchdown.

SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES

4.5 NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLIST

Detailed checklist for preflight checks, cockpit, right wing, nose section, and left wing inspections.

4.19 BEFORE TAKEOFF

Covers pre-takeoff checks and procedures to be performed before executing the takeoff procedure.

4.27 APPROACH AND LANDING

Details procedures for normal and short field landing approaches, including speeds and flap settings.

SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE

5.3 INTRODUCTION - PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT PLANNING

SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE

6.3 AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURE

Details the procedure for determining basic empty weight and CG location, including preparation and weighing.

6.5 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA AND RECORD

6.9 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION FOR FLIGHT

Provides steps to determine the loaded airplane's weight and CG position for flight safety.

SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS

7.5 ENGINE AND PROPELLER

7.7 ENGINE CONTROLS

7.13 FUEL SYSTEM

Details the fuel system capacity, tank configuration, fuel selector, and draining procedures.

7.15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7.19 INSTRUMENT PANEL

SECTION 8 AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

8.3 AIRPLANE INSPECTION PERIODS

Details inspection intervals, time limits, and methods, emphasizing use of approved parts and FAA requirements.

8.9 GROUND HANDLING

8.19 OIL REQUIREMENTS

8.21 FUEL SYSTEM

Details servicing procedures for fuel screens, injectors, and fuel tanks, including draining and anti-icing additives.

SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENT 7

SECTION II OPERATING LIMITATIONS

Specifies limitations for autopilot operation, including airspeed, flap deflection, and Category I operations.

SECTION III EMERGENCY OPERATING PROCEDURES

SECTION IV NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES

SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENT 21

SECTION 2 - LIMITATIONS

Specifies limitations, including prohibition of flight into known icing and required fluid specifications.

SECTION 10 OPERATING TIPS

10.3 OPERATING TIPS

EQUIPMENT LIST

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