SECTION 5
PERFORMANCE
5.1 GENERAL
All of the required (FAA regulations) and complementary performance
information applicable to this aircraft 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 - 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 for the standard production aircraft con-
figuration. The data is unfactored and does 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. Those aircraft
equipped with 6.00 x 6 TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLIES will exhibit climb
rates approximately 15 fpm lower than chart values and cruise speeds 2 to
3 knots below chart values. Range will be correspondingly decreased.
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
performance. Endurance can be grossly affected by improper leaning
procedures, and inflight fuel flow and quantity checks are recommended.
REMEMBER! To get chart performance, follow the chart procedures.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK PERFORMANCE
ISSUED: DECEMBER 15, 1977 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: OCTOBER 29, 1982 5-1
SECTION 5
PERFORMANCE
5.1 GENERAL
All of the required (FAA regulations) and complementary performance
information applicable to this aircraft 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 - 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 for the standard production aircraft con-
figuration. The data is unfactored and does 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. Those aircraft
equipped with 6.00 x 6 TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLIES will exhibit climb
rates approximately 15 fpm lower than chart values and cruise speeds 2 to
3 knots below chart values. Range will be correspondingly decreased.
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
performance. Endurance can be grossly affected by improper leaning
procedures, and inflight fuel flow and quantity checks are recommended.
REMEMBER! To get chart performance, follow the chart procedures.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK PERFORMANCE
ISSUED: DECEMBER 15, 1977 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: OCTOBER 29, 1982 5-1
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