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Design, construction, and continued airworthiness comply with ASTM Standards.
Contact details for Progressive Aerodyne, including phone, fax, email, and website.
Information regarding support continuation and contact for data.
Overview of the Searey LSA aircraft, its type, and physical dimensions.
Key performance data including speeds, engine power, and fuel range.
Description of airspeed indicator color arcs and their corresponding speed ranges.
Stalling speeds for the Searey LSA at maximum takeoff weight.
Operating speed range for the aircraft with flaps extended.
Maneuvering speeds at gross and minimum aircraft weights.
The maximum permissible speed for the aircraft.
Maximum operating altitude for different engine configurations.
Limits for positive and negative load factors during maneuvers.
Description of approved flight maneuvers and limitations.
Specifies the total fuel capacity of the aircraft.
Specifies the total usable fuel quantity for the aircraft.
Details approved fuel grades, octane requirements, and ethanol content.
Engine power output for both Adventure and Elite configurations.
Limitations related to environmental factors like smoking and wind components.
Limitations for VFR night flight and prohibition of IFR flight.
List of essential equipment required for operating the aircraft.
General guidance on handling emergencies and the reliance on crew experience.
Specific airspeeds recommended for various emergency scenarios.
Checklists for critical emergency situations like engine fire.
Procedure for handling an engine fire during the start sequence.
Procedures for engine failure during takeoff run and immediately after takeoff.
Actions to take when experiencing a loss of engine power during flight.
Procedure for attempting to restart the engine while in flight.
Diagnostic checks to perform following an engine failure.
Identification and mitigation of carburetor icing.
Diagnosing and handling spark plug fouling issues.
Procedures for executing an emergency landing without engine power.
Additional procedures for landing without engine power.
Specific procedures for ditching the aircraft without engine power.
Procedure for a precautionary landing when engine power is available.
Procedures for dealing with engine or electrical fires in flight.
Steps to take when an engine fire occurs in flight.
Steps to take when an electrical fire occurs in flight.
Actions to take when experiencing a loss of oil pressure.
Procedure to follow in case of high oil pressure.
Procedure for conducting an emergency descent.
Procedures for handling alternator failure and overvoltage.
Procedure for recovering from an inadvertent spin.
Actions to take when encountering icing conditions.
Guidance for flying with loss of primary flight instruments.
Procedures for loss of various flight controls.
Detailed checklist for conducting a preflight inspection of the aircraft.
Preflight checks for the cockpit and forward fuselage.
Preflight checks for the starboard wing.
Preflight checks for the engine and related systems.
Preflight checks for the aircraft's empennage (tail section).
Preflight checks for the port wing.
Procedures for starting the aircraft engine.
Pre-start checks and procedures before engaging the starter.
Step-by-step procedure for starting the aircraft engine.
Procedures for taxiing the aircraft on the ground.
Additional procedures for taxiing in water.
Procedures for normal land and water takeoffs.
Procedures for climbing enroute after takeoff.
Recommended airspeed for best angle of climb.
Recommended airspeed for best rate of climb.
Procedures and speeds for cruising flight.
Procedures for approaching the landing site.
Procedures for normal landings on land and water.
Specific procedures for landing on land.
Specific procedures for landing on water.
Procedures for taking off and landing in short fields.
Specific procedures for short field takeoffs.
Specific procedures for short field landings.
Procedures for taking off and landing on soft fields.
Specific procedures for soft field takeoffs.
Specific procedures for soft field landings.
Procedure to follow for a balked landing or touch-and-go.
Procedures to follow after landing.
Procedures for docking and beaching after water operations.
Steps for shutting down the aircraft engine and systems.
Procedures for securing the aircraft after shutdown.
Takeoff distances for clearing obstacles using normal procedures.
Takeoff distances considering factors like headwinds, tailwinds, and ground conditions.
Landing distances for clearing obstacles using normal landing procedures.
Climb performance data (Rate of Climb) based on altitude.
Recommended cruise speeds for different aircraft configurations.
Engine RPM settings and corresponding fuel consumption rates.
Information and forms for calculating aircraft weight and balance.
Definitions related to weight, balance, and center of gravity.
Definition of Gross Weight and its importance for safe operation.
Definition of Useful Load, including pilot, passengers, and baggage.
Specifications for maximum and minimum weights for aircraft operation.
Definition of Center of Gravity and its significance.
Definition of the Center of Gravity range for maneuverability.
Limits for forward and aft Center of Gravity locations.
Definition of the Datum point for horizontal measurements.
Definition of Arm as horizontal distance from the datum.
Definition of Moment as weight multiplied by arm.
Importance of listing installed equipment for weight and balance.
Use and location of ballast for CG adjustment.
Purpose of the Loading Chart and importance of limits.
Guidelines for calculating operating weight and loading.
Procedures for determining the aircraft's Center of Gravity range.
Specific weight and balance limits for the aircraft.
Maximum and minimum Center of Gravity limits.
Step-by-step procedure for weighing the aircraft.
Location of information on optional equipment affecting weight and balance.
General description of the aircraft type and its configuration.
Key physical dimensions of the Searey LSA aircraft.
Maximum approved weights for the aircraft.
Minimum occupant loading requirements for CG compliance.
Maximum combined occupant load limit.
Description of the aircraft's airframe components.
Description of the fuselage construction and hull.
Description of the aircraft's wing construction.
Description of the landing gear system and its operation.
Details on the electric operation of the landing gear.
Explanation of the landing gear advisory system in the Garmin G3X.
Description of the main wheels and rims.
Tire specifications and inflation pressures.
Description of the tail wheel tire and lubrication.
Description of the hydraulic wheel brake system.
Description of the aircraft's flight controls and surfaces.
Table of control surface deflections for ailerons, elevators, rudder, and flaps.
Description of the electric wing flap actuation system.
Description of the aileron control system.
Description of the vertical fin and its bracing.
Description of the rudder control system.
Description of the horizontal stabilizer attachment and bracing.
Description of the elevator actuation system.
Description of the electric elevator trim system.
Overview and identification of instruments on the panel.
Description of the aircraft's 12-volt DC electrical system.
Details of the aircraft's 12-volt battery.
Operation and function of the Master Switch.
Procedures and fault conditions for turning on aircraft power.
Operation of the ignition and start switch.
Information on alternator power and overvoltage conditions.
Description of the 12v accessory jack and its circuit.
Description of the external audio jack.
Description of the electric fuel pump system.
Procedure for using the bilge pump.
Information on the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT).
Description of system alarms and alerts.
Operation of the electric flap controller.
References to manuals for installed avionics and components.
General information about the aircraft's engine.
Description of engine controls and operation.
List of instruments used to monitor engine operation.
Information on engine oil grade and capacity.
Description of the engine ignition system.
Description of the engine starter system.
Description of the engine carburetors.
Description of the carburetor priming system.
Description of the aircraft's fuel system.
Description of the fuel tank capacity and mounting.
Description of the fuel lines.
Description of the fuel filter location and maintenance.
Fuel grade and capacity specifications.
Description of the propeller manufacturer, type, diameter, and pitch.
Description of the baggage compartment and loading limits.
Description of seat belts and inertia reel harnesses.
Introduction to ground handling, care, and maintenance recommendations.
General procedures for ground handling of the aircraft.
Method for handling the aircraft with one person.
Method for handling the aircraft with two people.
How to control the aircraft on the ground using rudder pedals.
Procedures for mooring and beaching the aircraft in water.
Recommendations for parking the aircraft.
Procedures for jacking the aircraft.
Instructions for towing the aircraft.
Proper tie-down procedures for securing the aircraft.
Procedures for servicing fuel, oil, coolant, and other fluids.
Instructions for correct engine servicing and maintenance.
Approved fuel grades, octane requirements, and specifications.
Approved oil grades, specifications, and types.
Specifications for engine oil.
Information on synthetic vs. mineral oils with different fuels.
Guidance on selecting appropriate oil viscosity based on climate.
Information on correct coolant and its specifications.
Information on brake fluid type and replenishment.
Procedures for cleaning and caring for aircraft surfaces.
Cleaning instructions for the windshield and windows.
Cleaning procedures for painted and fiberglass surfaces.
Instructions for inspecting and caring for the propeller.
Information on landing gear tire pressure ranges.
Recommendations for engine care and maintenance.
Procedures for cleaning the aircraft interior.
Maintenance and care procedures for operating in salt water.
Preventative corrosion treatment for airframes and undercarriage.
Corrosion treatment for airframe components.
Corrosion treatment for the undercarriage system.
Corrosion treatment procedures for the engine.
Post-flight washing and inspection for corrosion prevention.
List of recommended corrosion prevention materials.
Maintenance program for continued airworthiness.
Maintenance procedures for the engine.
Maintenance checks for engine mounting parts and hardware.
Maintenance procedures for engine lubrication.
Maintenance checks for carburetion and air intake systems.
Maintenance checks for the exhaust system.
Maintenance checks for the propeller blades and hub.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft's electrical system.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft's fuel system.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft's cooling system.
Maintenance checks for the fuselage and empennage.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft cabin and its components.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft's control system.
Maintenance checks for the aircraft wings.
Maintenance checks for the landing gear system.
Required documentation to be carried on the aircraft.
Definitions of abbreviations and terms used in the manual.
Terminology related to aircraft performance and flight planning.
Information on placards and markings on the instrument panel.
Operating limitations and passenger warnings displayed.
Description of the fuel shutoff placard.
Image and details of the gas tank cap.
How to report improvements or corrections to the manual.
Procedure for reporting safety-related events.
Instructions for notifying the owner of address changes.
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