Piper WARRIOR III PA-28-161 User Manual

WARRIOR III
pA-28-161
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fAA AppROved
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FAA APPROVED IN NORMAL AND UTILITY CATEGORIES BASED ON CAR 3.
THIS HANDBOOK INCLUDES THE MATERIAL REQUIRED TO BE FURNISHED TO
THE PILOT BY CAR 3 AND CONSTITUTES THE APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT
MANUAL AND MUST BE CARRIED IN THE AIRPLANE AT ALL TIMES.
AIRPLANE AIRPLANE
SERIAL NO. ______________________ REGIST. NO. ___________________
PA-28-161
REPORT: VB-1565 FAA APPROVED BY:
WILLIAM R. MOREU
D.O.A. NO. SO-1
DATE OF APPROVAL: PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
JULY 1, 1994 VERO BEACH, FLORIDA

Piper WARRIOR III PA-28-161 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Piper Aircraft
Engine	Lycoming O-320-D3G
Horsepower	160 hp
Seating Capacity	4
Model	PA-28-161
Type	Single-engine, low-wing aircraft
Service Ceiling	11, 000 feet
Maximum Takeoff Weight	2, 440 pounds
Wingspan	35 ft
Fuel Capacity	48 US gal (180 L)
Length	24 ft
Height	7 ft 3 in

Summary

SECTION 1 GENERAL

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Provides an overview of the handbook's purpose, scope, and organization.

1.19 SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY

Defines key terms, symbols, and abbreviations used in the manual.

SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS

2.3 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS

Specifies critical airspeed limits (VNE, VNO, VFE) for safe operation.

2.11 WEIGHT LIMITS

Defines maximum takeoff, ramp, and landing weights for aircraft categories.

SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

3.1 GENERAL

Introduces recommended procedures for coping with emergencies.

3.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLIST

Provides an abbreviated checklist with action sequences for critical situations.

SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES

4.1 GENERAL

Describes recommended procedures for normal aircraft operations.

4.5 NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLIST

Supplies action sequences for normal operations, including preparation and preflight.

4.23 TAKEOFF

Details normal, short field, and soft field takeoff techniques and speeds.

SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE

5.3 INTRODUCTION - PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT PLANNING

Explains the basis of performance data and flight planning considerations.

5.5 FLIGHT PLANNING EXAMPLE

Provides a detailed example of calculating aircraft loading and flight parameters.

SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE

6.1 GENERAL

Explains the critical importance of weight and C.G. for flight characteristics.

6.7 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION FOR FLIGHT

Details the process for determining and verifying flight loading within limits.

SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS

7.5 ENGINE AND PROPELLER

Describes the engine type, rating, propeller, and associated systems.

7.15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Details the aircraft's electrical system components and operation.

SECTION 8 AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

8.9 GROUND HANDLING

Covers essential procedures for towing, taxiing, parking, and mooring.

8.21 FUEL SYSTEM

Details fuel servicing, requirements, and grade comparisons for the aircraft.

SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS

SUPPLEMENT NO. 1 FOR AUXILIARY VACUUM SYSTEM

Provides specific operational information for an optional vacuum system.

SECTION 10 OPERATING TIPS

10.3 OPERATING TIPS

Offers practical advice on takeoff, flaps, circuit breakers, and lighting.