S-TEC ST-901 User Manual

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S-TEC ST-901 Specifications

General

Brand	S-TEC
Model	ST-901
Category	GPS
Language	English

Summary

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW

1.1 Document Organization

Outlines the structure of the Pilot's Operating Handbook sections.

1.2 Purpose

Explains the POH's role in providing operating procedures for the S-TEC GPSS Converter.

1.3 General Control Theory

Details the general control theory behind the GPSS Converter's operation.

1.4 Block Diagram

Presents the block diagram illustrating the GPSS Converter system.

SECTION 2 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

2.1 Pre-Flight Test

Describes the required pre-flight test procedures and expected responses.

SECTION 3 IN-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

3.1 Normal Operating Procedures

Details the standard operating procedures for HDG and GPSS modes.

3.1.1 Heading (HDG) Mode

Explains how to engage and use the Heading (HDG) mode for autopilot control.

3.1.2 Global Positioning System Steering (GPSS) Mode

Explains how to engage and use the GPSS mode for course tracking.

3.2 Approach Procedures

Outlines procedures for various GPS-based approaches.

3.2.1 Standard Approach

Describes the steps for executing a standard GPS approach.

3.2.2 GPS Overlay of VOR / DME-A Approach

Refers to Figure 3-1 for GPS Overlay of VOR/DME-A Approach procedures.

3.2.3 GPS-T Approach

Refers to Figure 3-2 for GPS-T Approach procedures.

3.2.4 GPS Approach with Holding Pattern

Refers to Figure 3-3 for GPS Approach with Holding Pattern procedures.

3.2.5 GPS Overlay of VOR Approach with Procedure Turn

Refers to Figure 3-4 for GPS Overlay of VOR Approach with Procedure Turn.

3.3 Emergency Procedures

Provides instructions for actions to take in case of GPSS Converter malfunction.

SECTION 4 OPERATING PARAMETERS

4.1 Roll Axis Limits

Specifies the turn rate limits for piston and turboprop aircraft.

SECTION 5 GLOSSARY