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REFERENCE ONLY
THIS ELECTRONIC VERSION
OF THE POH IS
NOT APPROVED TO
REPLACE ANY OPERATING
INFORMATION REQUIRED
BY THE REGULATIONS.
airplane
serial no. ______________________
pa-28-161
report: VB-1565 faa approVed By:
date of approVal:
JUly 1, 1994
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.
WARRIOR III
AIRplAne flIght mAnuAl
airplane
regist. no. ___________________
WilliaM r. MoreU
d.o.a. no. so-1
piper airCraft Corporation
Vero BeaCh, florida
pA-28-161
pIlOt's
OpeRAtIng
hAndbOOk
And
fAA AppROved

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  • Page 1 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 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.

  • Page 2: Issued: July

    ExtREME CARE Must BE ExERCIsED tO LIMIt tHE usE OF tHIs HANDBOOK tO APPLICABLE AIRCRAFt. tHIs HAND- BOOK Is VALID FOR usE wItH tHE AIRPLANE IDENtIFIED ON tHE FACE OF tHE tItLE PAGE. suBsEQuENt REVIsIONs suPPLIED By PIPER AIRCRAFt CORPORAtION Must BE PROPERLy INsERtED. Published by PuBLICAtIONs DEPARtMENt Issued: JuLy 1, 1994 ©...
  • Page 5 PILOT’S OPERaTIng hanDBOOk LOg Of REVISIOnS Current Revisions to the PA-28-161 WARRIOR III Pilot’s Operating Hand-book, REPORT: VB-1565 issued JULY 1, 1994. Revision FAA Approval Number and Revised Description of Revisions Signature and Code Pages Date Rev. 1 Added Rev 1 to Log of Rev’s. (PR950224) Revised Para.

  • Page 6: Report:

    PILOT’S OPERaTIng hanDBOOk LOg Of REVISIOnS Revision FAA Approval Number and Revised Description of Revisions Signature and Code Pages Date REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 GENERAL Paragraph Page Introduction .................. Engines ..................Propellers..................Fuel....................Oil....................1.11 Maximum Weights ............... 1.13 Standard Airplane Weight ............1.15 Baggage Space ................1.17 Specific Loadings ................. 1.19 Symbols, Abbreviations and Terminology ........REPORT: VB-1565...
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  • Page 11: Introduction

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GENERAL SECTION 1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION This Pilot’s Operating Handbook is designed for maximum utilization as an operating guide for the pilot. It includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot by the FAR/CAR. It also contains supplemental data supplied by the airplane manufacturer.
  • Page 12 SECTION 1 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION GENERAL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III THREE VIEW Figure 1-1 REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994...

  • Page 13: Engines

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GENERAL ENGINES (a) Number of Engines (b) Engine Manufacturer Lycoming (c) Engine Model Number O-320-D3G (d) Rated Horsepower (e) Rated Speed (rpm) 2700 (f) Bore (inches) 5.125 (g) Stroke (inches) 3.875 (h) Displacement (cubic inches) 319.8...

  • Page 14: Oil

    SECTION 1 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION GENERAL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (a) Oil Capacity (U.S. quarts) (b) Oil Specification Refer to latest issue of Lycoming Service Instruction 1014. (c) Oil Viscosity per Average Ambient Temp. for Starting Single Multi (1) Above 60°F S.A.E.

  • Page 15: Symbols, Abbreviations And Terminology

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GENERAL 1.19 SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY The following definitions are of symbols, abbreviations and terminology used throughout the handbook and those which may be of added operational significance to the pilot. (a) General Airspeed Terminology and Symbols...
  • Page 16 SECTION 1 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION GENERAL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Ne v e r E x c e e d S p e e d M a c h N u m b e r i s t h e s p e e d l i m i t t h a t should not be exceeded at any time.
  • Page 17 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GENERAL Indicated Pressure T h e n u m b e r a c t u a l l y r e a d f r o m a n Altitude altimeter when the barometric subscale has been set to 29.92 inches of mercury (1013.2...
  • Page 18 SECTION 1 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION GENERAL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (e) Airplane Performance and Flight Planning Terminology Climb Gradient The demonstrated ratio of the change in height during a portion of a climb, to the horizontal distance traversed in the same time interval.
  • Page 19 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GENERAL Moment The product of the weight of an item multiplied by its arm. (Moment divided by a constant is used to simplify balance calculations by reducing the number of digits.) Center of Gravity The point at which an airplane would (C.G.)
  • Page 20 SECTION 1 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION GENERAL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Maximum Maximum weight approved for the start Takeoff Weight of the takeoff run. Maximum Maximum weight approved for the landing Landing Weight touchdown. Maximum Zero Maximum weight exclusive of usable fuel.
  • Page 21 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS Paragraph Page General ..................Airspeed Limitations ..............Airspeed Indicator Markings............Power Plant Limitations ............... Power Plant Instrument Markings ..........2.11 Weight Limits ................2.13 Center of Gravity Limits .............. 2.15 Maneuver Limits ................2.17 Flight Load Factors ..............2.19 Kinds of Operation Equipment List ..........
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  • Page 23: General

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 2 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III LIMITATIONS SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS GENERAL This section provides the FAA Approved operating limitations, instrument markings, color coding and basic placards necessary for operation of the airplane and its systems. This airplane must be operated as a normal or utility category airplane in compliance with the operating limitations stated in the form of placards and markings and those given in this section and handbook.

  • Page 24: Airspeed Indicator Markings

    SECTION 2 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION LIMITATIONS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III SPEED KIAS KCAS Design Maneuvering Speed (V Do not make full or abrupt control movements above this speed. At 2440 LBS. G.W. At 1531 LBS. G.W. CAUTION Maneuvering speed decreases at lighter weight as the effects of aerodynamic forces become more pronounced.

  • Page 25: Power Plant Instrument Markings

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 2 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III LIMITATIONS (h) Number of Propellers (i) Propeller Manufacturer Sensenich (j) Propeller Model 74DM6-0-60 (k) Propeller Diameter Minimum 72 IN. Maximum 74 IN. (l) 74DM6-0-60 Propeller Tolerance (static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting, Sea Level, ISA)

  • Page 26: Weight Limits

    SECTION 2 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION LIMITATIONS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS (Continued) (c) Oil Pressure Green Arc (Normal Operating Range) 55 to 90 PSI Yellow Arc (Caution Range) (Idle) 25 to 55 PSI Yellow Arc (Ground Warm-Up) 95 to 115 PSI...

  • Page 27: Center Of Gravity Limits

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 2 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III LIMITATIONS 2.13 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS (a) Normal Category Weight Forward Limit Rearward Limit Pounds Inches Aft of Datum Inches Aft of Datum 2440 88.3 93.0 1950 (and less) 83.0 93.0 (b) Utility Category...

  • Page 28: Flight Load Factors

    SECTION 2 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION LIMITATIONS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 2.17 FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS Normal Utility (a) Positive Load Factor (Maximum) 3.8 G 4.4 G (b) Negative Load Factor (Maximum) No inverted maneuvers approved 2.19 KINDS OF OPERATION EQUIPMENT LIST This airplane may be operated in day or night VFR, day or night IFR when the appropriate equipment is installed and operable.

  • Page 29: Fuel Limitations

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 2 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III LIMITATIONS (c) Day IFR (1) All equipment required for Day VFR (2) Vacuum pump (3) Gyro suction indicator (d) Night IFR (1) All equipment required for Day and Night VFR (2) All equipment required for Day IFR...

  • Page 30: Placards

    SECTION 2 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION LIMITATIONS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 2.25 PLACARDS In full view of the pilot: THIS AIRPLANE MUST BE OPERATED AS A NORMAL OR UTILITY CATEGORY AIRPLANE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING LIMITATIONS STATED IN THE FORM OF PLACARDS, MARKINGS AND MANUALS.

  • Page 31: Revised: July

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 2 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III LIMITATIONS Adjacent to upper door latch: ENGAGE LATCH BEFORE FLIGHT On inside of the baggage compartment door: BAGGAGE MAXIMUM 200 LBS UTILITY CATEGORY OPERATION — NO BAGGAGE O R A F T P A S S E N G E R S A L L O W E D . N O R M A L CATEGORY OPERATION - SEE PILOT’S OPER-...
  • Page 32 SECTION 2 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION LIMITATIONS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III In full view of the pilot: UTILITY CATEGORY OPERATION ONLY (1) NO AFT PASSENGERS ALLOWED. (2) ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ARE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: ENTRY SPEED SPINS PROHIBITED STEEP TURNS 111 KIAS...
  • Page 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Paragraph Page General ..................Airspeeds for Safe Operation ............Emergency Procedures Checklist ..........Engine Fire During Start ............Engine Power Loss During Takeoff ......... Engine Power Loss In Flight ............ Power Off Landing ..............Fire In Flight................

  • Page 34: Paragraph Page

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 3 (cont) Paragraph Page 3.27 Open Door ..................3-15 3.29 Carburetor Icing ................3-15 3.31 Engine Roughness ................ 3-16 REPORT: VB-1565 3-ii...

  • Page 35: General

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 GENERAL The recommended procedures for coping with various types of emergencies and critical situations are provided by this section. All of required (FAA regulations) emergency procedures and those necessary for operation of the airplane as determined by the operating and design features of the airplane are presented.

  • Page 36: Engine Fire During Start

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III AIRSPEEDS FOR SAFE OPERATION 3.2a STALL SPEEDS 2440 lbs (0° Flaps)................50 KIAS 2440 lbs (Full Flaps)...............44 KIAS 3.2b MANEUVERING SPEEDS 2440 lbs..................111 KIAS 1531 lbs....................88 KIAS 3.2c NEVER EXCEED SPEED Never Exceed Speed ..............160 KIAS...

  • Page 37: Engine Power Loss During Takeoff

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ENGINE POWER LOSS DURING TAKEOFF If sufficient runway remains for a normal landing, land straight ahead. If insufficient runway remains Maintain safe airspeed Make only shallow turn to avoid obstructions...

  • Page 38: Power Off Landing

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III POWER OFF LANDING Locate suitable field. Establish spiral pattern. 1000 ft. above field at downwind position for normal landing approach. When field can easily be reached slow to 63 KIAS for shortest landing.

  • Page 39: Loss Of Oil Pressure

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE Land as soon as possible and investigate cause. Prepare for power off landing. LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE Electric fuel pump ..................ON Fuel selector ..................check on tank...

  • Page 40: Electrical Overload

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD (Alternator over 20 amps above known electrical load) ALT switch .....................ON Battery Master switch ..................OFF If alternator loads are reduced: Electrical load ..............Reduce to Minimum Land as soon as practical.

  • Page 41: Open Door

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES OPEN DOOR If both upper and lower latches are open, the door will trail slightly open and airspeeds will be reduced slightly. To close the door in flight: Slow airplane to 89 KIAS Cabin vents ....................close...
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  • Page 43: Amplified Emergency Procedures (General)

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.5 AMPLIFIED EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (GENERAL) The following paragraphs are presented to supply additional infor- mation for the purpose of providing the pilot with a more complete under- standing of the recommended course of action and probable cause of an emergency situation.

  • Page 44: Engine Power Loss In Flight

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III If engine failure was caused by fuel exhaustion, power will not be regained after switching fuel tanks until the empty fuel lines are filled. This may require up to ten seconds.

  • Page 45: Power Off Landing

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.13 POWER OFF LANDING If loss of power occurs at altitude, trim the aircraft for best gliding angle (73 KIAS) and look for a suitable field. If measures taken to restore power are not effective, and if time permits, check your charts for airports in the immediate vicinity;...

  • Page 46: Loss Of Oil Pressure

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NOTE:: The possibility of an engine fire in flight is extremely remote. The procedure given is general and pilot judgement should be the determining factor for action in such an emergency.

  • Page 47: High Oil Temperature

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.19 LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE (CONT'D) After fuel pressure and power are regained, turn the electric fuel pump OFF. If fuel pressure starts to drop, turn the electric fuel pump ON and land at the nearest suitable airport as soon as possible and have the cause investigated.

  • Page 48: Electrical Overload

    SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 3.23 ELECTRICAL FAILURES (CONT'D) NOTE: Low Bus Voltage Annunciator and Alternator Inop. Annunciatorwill be illuminated. If the ammeter continues to indicate ZERO output, or if the alternator will not remain reset, turn off the ALTR switch, maintain minimum electrical load and land as soon as practical.

  • Page 49: Spin Recovery

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.25 SPIN RECOVERY Intentional spins are prohibited in this airplane. If a spin is inadvertently entered, immediately apply full rudder opposite to the direction of rotation. Move the control wheel full forward while neutralizing the ailerons. Move the throttle to IDLE.
  • Page 50 SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 3.31 ENGINE ROUGHNESS Engine roughness is usually due to carburetor icing which is indicated by a drop in RPM, and may be accompanied by a slight loss of airspeed or altitude.
  • Page 51 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Paragraph Page General ..................Airspeeds For Safe Operations............. Normal Procedures Check List ............ Preparation ................Preflight Check................. Before Starting Engine ............. Starting Engine When Cold............Starting Engine When Hot ............Starting Engine When Flooded ..........Starting With External Power Source........
  • Page 52 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 4 (cont) Paragraph Page 4.21 Before Takeoff................4-19 4.23 Takeoff..................4-20 4.25 Climb.................... 4-21 4.27 Cruising ..................4-21 4.29 Descent ..................4-22 4.31 Approach And Landing ..............4-23 4.33 Stopping Engine ................4-24 4.35 Parking..................4-24 4.37 Stalls .....................

  • Page 53: General

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES GENERAL This section describes the recommended procedures for the conduct of normal operations for the WARRIOR III. All of the required (FAA regulations) procedures and those necessary for operation of the airplane as determined by the operating and design features of the airplane are presented.

  • Page 54: Airspeeds For Safe Operations

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III AIRSPEEDS FOR SAFE OPERATIONS The following airspeeds are those which are significant to the operation of the airplane. These figures are for standard airplanes flown at gross weight under standard conditions at sea level.

  • Page 55: Normal Procedures Checklist

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES WALK-AROUND Figure 4-1 4.5 NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLIST PREPARATION Airplane status............airworthy, papers on board Weather .....................suitable Baggage ................weighed, stowed, tied Weight and C.G.................within limits Navigation ....................planned Charts and navigation equipment............on board Performance and range............computed and safe...

  • Page 56: Preflight Check

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PREFLIGHT CHECK COCKPIT Control wheel ..................release belts Avionics ......................OFF Parking brake ....................Set Electric switches ....................OFF Magneto switch....................OFF Mixture ....................idle cut-off Master switch ....................ON Fuel quantity gauges ..................check Annunciator panel..................check Master switch....................OFF Flight controls ....................check...
  • Page 57 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES NOSE SECTION Fuel and oil ...................check for leaks Cowling.......................secure Windshield ....................clean Propeller and spinner ...................check Air inlets ......................clear Alternator belt .................check tension Landing light....................check Nose chock ....................remove Nose gear strut ....................proper inflation (3.25 in.)

  • Page 58: Before Starting Engine

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Fresh air inlet....................clear Stabilator and trim tab............check for interference Tie down....................remove Master switch ....................ON Cockpit lighting ...................check Nav and strobe lights ...................check Stall warning ....................check Pitot heat ......................check All switches ....................OFF Passengers ....................board...

  • Page 59: Starting Engine When Flooded

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES Throttle ......................adjust Oil pressure ....................check STARTING ENGINE WHEN FLOODED Throttle ....................open full Master switch ....................ON Electric fuel pump..................OFF Mixture ....................idle cut-off Starter......................engage Mixture.....................advance Throttle ......................retard Oil pressure ....................check STARTING ENGINE WITH EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE Master switch....................OFF...

  • Page 60: Ground Check

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III GROUND CHECK Throttle ....................2000 RPM Magnetos ................max. drop 175 RPM -max. diff. 50 RPM Vacuum ..................4.8" to 5.2" Hg Oil temp .......................check Oil pressure ....................check Annunciator panel................press-to-test Carburetor Heat....................check (Observe approx. 75 RPM drop) Engine is warm for takeoff when throttle can be opened without engine faltering.

  • Page 61: Takeoff

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES TAKEOFF NORMAL Flaps........................set Trim ........................set Accelerate to 45 to 55 KIAS Control wheel ................back pressure to rotate to climb attitude 0° FLAPS TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE Flaps .........................UP Accelerate to 40-52 KIAS (depending on weight) Control Wheel ................back pressure to...

  • Page 62: Climb

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III SOFT FIELD, NO OBSTACLE Flaps..................25° (second notch) Accelerate and lift off nose gear as soon as possible. Lift off at lowest possible airspeed. Accelerate just above ground to best rate of climb speed, 79 KIAS.

  • Page 63: Approach And Landing

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES APPROACH AND LANDING Fuel selector..................proper tank Seat backs ......................erect Belts/harness ..................fasten/check Electric fuel pump ...................ON Mixture ......................set Flaps ..................set - 103 KIAS max Air conditioner....................OFF Trim to 70 KIAS Final approach speed (flaps 40°) ............63 KIAS STOPPING ENGINE Flaps......................retract...

  • Page 64: Amplified Normal Procedures (General)

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III AMPLIFIED NORMAL PROCEDURES (GENERAL) The following paragraphs are provided to supply detailed information and explanations of the normal procedures necessary for the safe operation of the airplane. PREFLIGHT CHECK PREPARATION The airplane should be given a thorough preflight and walk-around check.
  • Page 65 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES RIGHT WING Begin the walk-around at the trailing edge of the right wing by checking that the wing surface and control surfaces are clear of ice, frost, snow or other extraneous substances.
  • Page 66 SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Remove the chock and check the nose gear strut for proper inflation, there should be 3.25± .25 inches of strut exposure under a normal static load. Check the tire for cuts, wear, and proper inflation. Check the engine baffle seals.

  • Page 67: Before Starting Engine

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES wing and determine that the warning horn is activated. With the pitot heat switch ON, the pitot head will be hot to the touch. After these checks are complete, the master switch and all electrical switches should be turned OFF.
  • Page 68 SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (b) Starting Engine When Hot Open the throttle approximately 1/2 inch. Turn ON the master switch and the electric fuel pump. Move the mixture control lever to full RICH and engage the starter by rotating the magneto switch clockwise.

  • Page 69: Warm-Up

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES NOTE For all normal operations using the Aux Power jumper cables, the master switch should be OFF, but it is possible to use the ship’s battery in parallel by turning the master switch ON.

  • Page 70: Taxiing

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161 WARRIOR III Do not operate the engine at high rpm when running up or taxiing over ground containing loose stones, gravel or any loose material that may cause damage to the propeller blades.

  • Page 71: Before Takeoff

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES The electric fuel pump should be turned OFF after starting or during warm-up to make sure that the engine driven pump is operating. Check both oil temperature and oil pressure. The temperature may be low for some time if the engine is being run for the first time of the day.

  • Page 72: Takeoff

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 4.23 TAKEOFF (See charts in Section 5) The normal takeoff technique is conventional. The trim should be set slightly aft of neutral, with the exact setting determined by the loading of the airplane.

  • Page 73: Climb

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.25 CLIMB The best rate of climb at gross weight will be obtained at 79 KIAS. The best angle of climb may be obtained at 63 KIAS. At lighter than gross weight these speeds are reduced somewhat.

  • Page 74: Descent

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III CAUTION Prolonged operation at powers above 75% with a leaned mixture can result in engine damage. While establishing Best Economy Cruise Mixture, below 6,000 feet, care must be taken not to remain in the range above 75% power more than 15 seconds while leaning.

  • Page 75: Approach And Landing

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.31 APPROACH AND LANDING (See charts in Section 5) Check to insure the fuel selector is on the proper (fullest) tank and that the seat backs are erect. The seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be fastened and the inertia reel checked.

  • Page 76: Stopping Engine

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 4.33 STOPPING ENGINE At the pilot’s discretion, the flaps should be raised and the electric fuel pump turned OFF. The radios should be turned OFF, and the engine stopped by disengaging the mixture control lock and pulling the mixture control back to idle cut-off.

  • Page 77: Stalls

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 4 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.37 STALLS The stall characteristics are conventional. An approaching stall is indicated by a stall warning horn which is activated between five and ten KTS above stall speed. Mild airframe buffeting and gentle pitching may also precede the stall.

  • Page 78: Noise Levels

    SECTION 4 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION NORMAL PROCEDURES PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 4.43 NOISE LEVEL The noise level of this aircraft is 72.9 dB(A). No determination has been made by the Federal Aviation Adminis- tration that the noise levels of this airplane are or should be acceptable or unacceptable for operation at, into, or out of, any airport.
  • Page 79 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE Paragraph Page General ..................Introduction - Performance and Flight Planning......Flight Planning Example............... Performance Graphs..............List of Figures ................REPORT: VB-1565...
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  • Page 81 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE 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 that require handbook supplements is provided by Section 9 (Supplements).
  • Page 82 SECTION 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PERFORMANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III The information provided by paragraph 5.5 (Flight Planning Example) outlines a detailed flight plan using the performance charts in this section. Each chart includes its own example to show how it is used.

  • Page 83: June

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE 5.5 FLIGHT PLANNING EXAMPLE NOTE: The information contained in this Section (5.5) is to be used for example purposes only. (a) Aircraft Loading The first step in planning a flight is to calculate the airplane weight and center of gravity by utilizing the information provided by Section 6 (Weight and Balance) of this handbook.
  • Page 84 SECTION 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PERFORMANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (b) Takeoff and Landing Now that the aircraft loading has been determined, all aspects of the takeoff and landing must be considered. All of the existing conditions at the departure and destination airport must be acquired, evaluated and maintained throughout the flight.
  • Page 85 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE (c) Climb The next step in the flight plan is to determine the necessary climb segment components. The desired cruise pressure altitude and corresponding cruise outside air temperature values are the first variables to be con- sidered in determining the climb components from the Fuel, Time and Distance to Climb graph (Figure 5-19).
  • Page 86 SECTION 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PERFORMANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III values from the graph (Figure 5-31). Now, subtract the values obtained from the field conditions from the values obtained from the cruise conditions to find the true fuel, time and distance values needed for the flight plan.
  • Page 87 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE (3) Cruise Power Best Power Mixture 75% rated power (2665 RPM) (4) Cruise Speed 114 KTS TAS* (5) Cruise Fuel Consumption 11.4 GPH (6) Cruise Time (e)(2) divided by (e)(4), (278.4 miles divided by 114 KTS) 2.44 hrs.
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  • Page 89 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE 5.7 PERFORMANCE GRAPHS LIST OF FIGURES Figure Page Temperature Conversion............... 5-11 Airspeed System Calibration............5-12 Stall Speed..................5-13 0° Flaps Takeoff Ground Roll ............5-14 0° Flaps Takeoff Performance ............5-15 5-11 25°...
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  • Page 91 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE TEMPERATURE CONVERSION Figure 5-1 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565 5-11...
  • Page 92 SECTION 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PERFORMANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III AIRSPEED SYSTEM CALIBRATION Figure 5-3 REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 5-12...
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  • Page 103 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE ENGINE & CRUISE PERFORMANCE - 55% POWER Figure 5-23 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565 REVISED: JUNE 9, 1995 5-21...
  • Page 104 SECTION 5 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PERFORMANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III ENGINE & CRUISE PERFORMANCE - 65% POWER Figure 5-23a REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 5-22 REVISED: JUNE 9, 1995...
  • Page 105 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE ENGINE & CRUISE PERFORMANCE - 75% BEST POWER Figure 5-23b ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565 REVISED: JUNE 9, 1995 5-23...
  • Page 109 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 5 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III PERFORMANCE GLIDE PERFORMANCE Figure 5-33 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565 5-27...
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  • Page 113 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Paragraph Page General ..................Airplane Weighing Procedure ............Weight and Balance Data and Record .......... Weight and Balance Determination for Flight ......6-11 Instructions for Using the Weight and Balance Plotter ....6-15 Equipment List (Form 240-0009) ........
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  • Page 115 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE 6.1 GENERAL In order to achieve the performance and flying characteristics which are designed into the airplane, it must be flown with the weight and center of gravity (C.G.) position within the approved operating range (envelope).
  • Page 116 Following this is the method for computing takeoff weight and C.G. 6.3 AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURE At the time of licensing, Piper Aircraft Corporation provides each airplane with the basic empty weight and center of gravity location. This data is supplied by Figure 6-5.
  • Page 117 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE (3) Defuel airplane. Then open all fuel drains until all remain- ing fuel is drained. Operate engine on each tank until all undrainable fuel is used and engine stops. Then add the unusable fuel (2.0 gallons total, 1.0 gallon each wing).
  • Page 118 SECTION 6 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION WEIGHT AND BALANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (c) Weighing - Airplane Basic Empty Weight With the airplane level and brakes released, record the weight shown on each scale. Deduct the tare, if any, from each reading.
  • Page 119 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE (d) Basic Empty Weight Center of Gravity (1) The following geometry applies to the PA-28-161 airplane when it is level. Refer to Leveling paragraph 6.3 (b). LEVELING DIAGRAM Figure 6-3...
  • Page 120 SECTION 6 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION WEIGHT AND BALANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 6.5 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA AND RECORD The Basic Empty Weight, Center of Gravity Location and Useful Load listed in Figure 6-5 are for the airplane as licensed at the factory. These figures apply only to the specific airplane serial number and registration number shown.
  • Page 121 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE MODEL PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Airplane Serial Number _________________________ Registration Number ___________________________ Date ________________________________________ AIRPLANE BASIC EMPTY WEIGHT C.G. Arm Weight x (Inches Aft = Moment Item (Lbs) of Datum)
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  • Page 125 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE 6.7 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION FOR FLIGHT (a) Add the weight of all items to be loaded to the basic empty weight. (b) Use the Loading Graph (Figure 6-13) to determine the moment of all items to be carried in the airplane.
  • Page 126 SECTION 6 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION WEIGHT AND BALANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Arm Aft Weight Datum Moment (Lbs) (Inches) (In-Lbs) Basic Empty Weight Pilot and Front Passenger 80.5 Passengers (Rear Seats)* 118.1 Fuel (48 Gallon Maximum) 95.0 Baggage* (200 Lbs. Maximum) 142.8...
  • Page 127 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 6 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III WEIGHT AND BALANCE LOADING GRAPH Figure 6-13 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565 6-13...
  • Page 128 SECTION 6 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION WEIGHT AND BALANCE PA-28-161, WARRIOR III C.G. RANGE AND WEIGHT Figure 6-15 REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 6-14...
  • Page 129 7.25 Cabin Features................7-21 7.27 Baggage Area ................7-22 7.29 Stall Warning................7-22 7.31 Finish.................... 7-22 7.33 Piper External Power..............7-23 7.35 Emergency Locator Transmitter........... 7-23 7.37 Air Conditioning ................7-25 7.39 Carburetor Ice Detection System ..........7-26 REPORT: VB-1565...
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  • Page 131: The Airplane

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE AND ITS SYSTEMS 7.1 THE AIRPLANE The WARRIOR III is a single-engine, fixed gear monoplane of all metal construction with low semi-tapered wings. It has four place seating and a baggage capacity of two hundred pounds.

  • Page 132: Engine And Propeller

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III A vertical stabilizer, an all-movable horizontal stabilator, and a rudder make up the empennage. The stabilator incorporates an anti-servo tab which improves longitudinal stability and provides longitudinal trim. This tab moves in the same direction as the stabilator, but with increased travel.
  • Page 133 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION MAIN WHEEL ASSEMBLY Figure 7-1 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 REPORT: VB-1565...

  • Page 134: Landing Gear

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 7.7 LANDING GEAR The fixed-gear PA-28-161 is equipped with a Cleveland 5.00 x 5 wheel on the nose gear and a Cleveland 6.00 x 6 wheel on each main gear (Figure 7-1).

  • Page 135: Flight Controls

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION FLIGHT CONTROL CONSOLE Figure 7-3 7.9 FLIGHT CONTROLS Dual flight controls are provided as standard equipment. The flight controls actuate the control surfaces through a cable system. The horizontal surface (stabilator) is of the flying tail design with a trim tab mounted on the trailing edge.

  • Page 136: Engine Controls

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III Manually controlled flaps are provided on the PA-28-161. The flaps are balanced and spring loaded to return to the retracted (up) position. A control handle, which is located between the two front seats on the control console (Figure 7-3), extends the flaps by the use of a control cable.
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  • Page 138: Fuel System

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III FUEL SELECTOR Figure 7-7 7.13 FUEL SYSTEM Fuel is stored in two twenty-five gallon (24 gallons usable) fuel tanks, giving the airplane a total capacity of fifty U.S. gallons (48 gallons usable).
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  • Page 140: Electrical System

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III The fuel drains should be opened daily prior to first flight to check for water or sediment and proper fuel. Each tank has an individual drain at the bottom, inboard rear corner. A fuel strainer, located on the lower left front of the fire wall, has a drain which is accessible from outside the nose section.
  • Page 141 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION The annunciator panel includes alternator inop., and oil pressure indicator lights. The annunciator panel also includes a vacuum inop. light, low volts and starter engage indicator lights. The annunciator panel lights are provided only...
  • Page 142 SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III ALTERNATOR AND STARTER SCHEMATIC Figure 7-11 REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 7-12...

  • Page 143: Vacuum System

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL Figure 7-13 7.17 VACUUM SYSTEM The vacuum system is designed to operate the air-driven gyro instru- ments. This includes the directional and attitude gyros when installed. The system consists of an engine driven vacuum pump, a vacuum regulator, a filter and the necessary plumbing.
  • Page 144 SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III gauge or collapsed line. In the event of any gauge variation from the norm, the pilot should have a mechanic check the system to prevent possible damage to the system components or eventual failure of the system.

  • Page 145: Instrument Panel

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION 7.19 INSTRUMENT PANEL The instrument panel (Figure 7-15) is designed to accommodate instru- ments and avionics equipment for VFR and IFR flights. The artificial horizon and directional gyro are vacuum operated and are located in the center of the left hand instrument panel.
  • Page 147 1. CLOCK (ELECTRIC) (OPTIONAL) 17. CABIN AIR CONTROL 2. AIRSPEED INDICATOR WINDSHIELD DEFROST AND HEAT 3. ATTITUDE GYRO 18. CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL 4. ALTIMETER 19. CARB. HEAT 5. DAY/NIGHT SWITCH 20. SWITCH PANEL 6. ANNUNCIATOR PANEL 21. ENGINE GAUGE, OIL TEMP 7.

  • Page 148: Pitot-Static System

    SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 7.21 PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM The system supplies both pitot and static pressure for the airspeed indicator, altimeter, and vertical speed indicator (Figure 7-17). Pitot and static pressure are picked up by a pitot head installed on the bottom of the left wing and carried through pitot and static lines within the wing and fuselage to the gauges on the instrument panel.

  • Page 151: Heating And Ventilating System

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION 7.23 HEATING AND VENTILATING SYSTEM Heat for the cabin interior and the defroster system is provided by a shroud attached to the muffler (Figure 7-19). The amount of heat can be regulated with the controls located on the far right side of the instrument panel.

  • Page 152: Baggage Area

    7.31 FINISH All exterior surfaces are primed with etching primer and finished with acrylic lacquer. To keep the finish attractive, economy size spray cans of touch-up paint are available from Piper Dealers. REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 7-22...

  • Page 153: Piper External Power

    SECTION 7 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III DESCRIPTION & OPERATION 7.33 PIPER EXTERNAL POWER A external power receptacle is accessible through a receptacle cover door located on the right rear side of the fuselage, aft of the wing. An external battery can be connected to the socket, thus allowing the operator to crank the engine without having to gain access to the airplane’s battery.
  • Page 154 SECTION 7 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION DESCRIPTION & OPERATION PA-28-161, WARRIOR III ARTEX 110-4 ELT OPERATION On the ELT unit itself is a two position switch placarded ON and OFF. The OFF position is selected when the transmitter is installed at the factory and the switch should remain in that position whenever the unit is installed in the airplane.
  • Page 155 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 8 AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Paragraph Page General ..................Airplane Inspection Periods ............Preventive Maintenance ............... Airplane Alterations ..............Ground Handling................8.11 Engine Air Filter................8.13 Brake Service ................8.15 Landing Gear Service..............8.17 Propeller Service ................8-11 8.19 Oil Requirements................
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  • Page 157 Piper’s support systems. Piper takes a continuing interest in having owners get the most efficient use from their airplane and keeping it in the best mechanical condition. Consequently, Piper, from time to time, issues service releases including Service Bulletins, Service Letters, Service Spares Letters, and others relating to the airplane.

  • Page 158: Airplane Inspection Periods

    Manual contains appropriate forms, and all inspection procedures should be complied with by a properly trained, knowledgeable, and qualified mechanic at a Piper Authorized Service Center or a reputable repair shop. Piper Aircraft Corporation cannot accept responsibility for the continued airworthiness of any...

  • Page 159: Preventive Maintenance

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT A spectrographic analysis of the engine oil is available from several sources. This inspection, if performed properly, provides a good check of the internal condition of the engine. To be accurate, induction air filters must be cleaned or changed regularly, and oil samples must be taken and sent in at regular intervals.

  • Page 160: Airplane Alterations

    SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 8.7 AIRPLANE ALTERATIONS If the owner desires to have his aircraft modified, he must obtain FAA approval for the alteration. Major alterations accomplished in accordance with Advisory Circular 43.13-2, when performed by an A & P mechanic, may be approved by the local FAA office.

  • Page 161: Ground Handling

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT 8.9 GROUND HANDLING (a) Towing The airplane may be moved on the ground by the use of the nose wheel steering bar that is stowed below the forward ledge of the baggage compartment or by power equipment that will not damage or excessively strain the nose gear steering assembly.
  • Page 162 SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (4) When taxiing over uneven ground, avoid holes and ruts. (5) Do not operate the engine at high RPM when running up or taxiing over ground containing loose stones, gravel, or any loose material that may cause damage to the propeller blades.

  • Page 163: Engine Air Filter

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT (5) Secure tie-down ropes to the wing tie-down rings and to the tail skid at approximately 45-degree angles to the ground. When using rope of non-synthetic material, leave sufficient slack to avoid damage to the airplane should the ropes contract.

  • Page 164: Brake Service

    SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (b) Cleaning Engine Air Filter The induction air filter must be cleaned at least once every 50 hours, and more often, even daily, when operating in dusty condi- tions.

  • Page 165: Landing Gear Service

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT 8.15 LANDING GEAR SERVICE The main landing gears use 6.00 x 6 wheels and the nose gear carries a 5.00 x 5 wheel. All three tires are four-ply rating, type III tires with tubes.

  • Page 166: Brake System

    SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III BRAKE SYSTEM Figure 8-1 REPORT: VB-1565 ISSUED: JULY 1, 1994 8-10...

  • Page 167: Propeller Service

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT In jacking the aircraft for landing gear or other service, two hydraulic jacks and a tail stand should be used. At least 250 pounds of ballast should be placed on the base of the tail stand before the airplane is jacked up.

  • Page 168: Oil Requirements

    SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 8.19 OIL REQUIREMENTS The oil capacity of the engine is 8 quarts, and the minimum safe quantity is 2 quarts. It is recommended that the oil be drained and renewed every 50 hours and sooner under unfavorable operating conditions.
  • Page 169 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT A summary of the current grades as well as the previous fuel designa- tions is shown in the following chart: FUEL GRADE COMPARISON CHART Previous Commercial Current Commercial...
  • Page 170 SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III FUEL DRAIN Figure 8-3 (c) Filling Fuel Tanks Observe all required precautions for handling gasoline. Fill the fuel tanks through the filler located on the forward slope of the wing.

  • Page 171: Fuel System

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT Each fuel tank is equipped with an individual quick drain located at the lower inboard rear corner of the tank. The fuel strainer is equipped with a quick drain located on the front lower corner of the fire wall.

  • Page 172: Battery Service

    SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III 8.25 BATTERY SERVICE Access to the 24-volt battery is obtained by raising upper right cowl which provides access to the battery box, which is mounted on the forward right face of the fire wall.
  • Page 173 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT (4) Remove the protective tape from the magnetos. (5) Lubricate the controls, bearing surfaces, etc., in accor- dance with the Lubrication Chart in the PA-28-161 Service Manual. (b) Cleaning Landing Gear Before cleaning the landing gear, place a plastic cover or similar material over the wheel and brake assembly.
  • Page 174 SECTION 8 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION HANDLING, SERV & MAINT PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (d) Cleaning Windshield and Windows (1) Remove dirt, mud and other loose particles from exterior surfaces with clean water. (2) Wash with mild soap and warm water or with aircraft plastic cleaner.

  • Page 175: Cold Weather Operation

    PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III HANDLING, SERV & MAINT 8.29 COLD WEATHER OPERATION For cold weather operation a winterization plate is installed on the inlet opening of the oil cooler. This plate should be installed whenever the ambient temperature reaches 50°...
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  • Page 177 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS Paragraph Page General ..................Auxiliary Vacuum System ..........(4 pages) REPORT: VB-1565...
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  • Page 179 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 9 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III SUPPLEMENTS SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS 9.1 GENERAL This section provides information in the form of Supplements which are necessary for efficient operation of the airplane when equipped with one or more of the various optional systems and equipment not provided with the standard airplane.
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  • Page 181 AUXILIARY VACUUM SYSTEM This supplement must be attached to the Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual when the Piper Auxiliary Vacuum System is installed in accordance with Piper Drawing 87774-2. The information contained herein supplements or supersedes the Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual only in those areas listed herein.
  • Page 182 SECTION 1 - GENERAL This supplement supplies information necessary for the operation of the airplane when the optional Piper Auxiliary Vacuum System is installed. The information contained within this supplement is to be used in conjunction with the complete handbook.
  • Page 183 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 9 PA-28-161 WARRIOR III SUPPLEMENT 1 SECTION 4 - NORMAL PROCEDURES A. Preflight Check. Set battery switch on and verify that VAC OFF lamp lights. NOTE Due to electrical power requirement of the auxiliary vacuum pump it is suggested that the engine be operating while making the following checks.
  • Page 184 SECTION 9 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SUPPLEMENT 1 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III SECTION 7 - DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION The auxiliary dry air pump system provides an independent back-up source of pneumatic power to operate the gyro flight instruments in the event the engine driven air pump fails.
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  • Page 187 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 10 OPERATING TIPS Paragraph Page 10.1 General ..................10-1 10.3 Operating Tips ................10-1 REPORT: VB-1565 10-i...
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  • Page 189 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 10 PA-28-161, WARRIOR III OPERATING TIPS SECTION 10 OPERATING TIPS 10.1 GENERAL This section provides operating tips of particular value in the operation of the WARRIOR III. 10.3 OPERATING TIPS (a) Learn to trim for takeoff so that only a very light back pressure on the control wheel is required to lift the airplane off the ground.
  • Page 190 SECTION 10 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION OPERATING TIPS PA-28-161, WARRIOR III (g) The rudder pedals are suspended from a torque tube which extends across the fuselage. The pilot should become familiar with the proper positioning of his feet on the rudder pedals so as to avoid interference with the torque tube when moving the rudder pedals or operating the toe brakes.

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