Searey LSA – Pilot’s Operating Handbook Version 5.0, Revision 8
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2.13.5 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Flights are permitted only under no icing conditions. Operational
temperature range is -13 degrees to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.13.6 ICING CONDITIONS
Flight into known icing conditions is prohibited.
2.13.7 CLOUDS, STORMS and OTHER WEATHER EVENTS
This aircraft is not certified for operation in IMC (Instrument
Meteorological Conditions) or heavy rain operation. Always stay clear of
clouds and have visual contact with the ground. Follow the airspace
classification regarding distance from clouds. Always evaluate weather
during your flight and try to get weather information from your destination
using radio whenever possible. When weather is deteriorating make a
diversion or turn back before the low cloud base and/or low visibility are
critical.
2.14 VFR NIGHT OR IFR USE LIMITATIONS
The aircraft is not intended for IFR. VFR night flight on clear nights with
operating lights is allowed. The landing lights should only be used while
takeoff or landing and not continuously. Water landings at night without
lighting assistance from the water are not allowed and can be very
dangerous.
2.15 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Do not operate this aircraft without at least the following equipment
operation except as allowed by local civil aviation authority regulation for
the purpose of flying to a repair facility or mechanic such as FAR 91.215
1. Air Speed Indicator
2. Altimeter
3. Magnetic Heading indicator (required for United States per Part 91.205)
4. Oil Temperature indicator
5. Oil Pressure indicator
6. Cylinder Head Temperature indicator (at least one, hotter cylinder)
7. Engine Tachometer or RPM indicator
8. Manifold Pressure Gauge (914UL Elite configuration only)
9. Fuel Level indication
10. Landing Gear Position indication (use visual if needed)
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