Spin Recovery; Open Door - Piper ARCHER III Pilot Operating Handbook

PA-28-181, ARCHER III
Turn the BAT switch OFF and the ammeter should decrease. Turn the
BAT switch ON and continue to monitor the ammeter. If the alternator
output does not decrease within 5 minutes, turn the BAT switch OFF and
land as soon as practical. All electrical loads are being supplied by the
alternator.
Due to higher voltage and radio frequency
noise, operation with the ALT switch ON and
the BAT switch OFF should be made only when
required by an electrical failure.

3.29 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. When the rotation stops, neutralize the rudder and ease
back on the control wheel as required to smoothly regain a level flight
attitude.

3.31 OPEN DOOR

The cabin door is double latched, so the chances of its springing open in
flight at both the top and side are remote. However, should you forget the
upper latch, or not fully engage the side latch, the door may spring partially
open. This will usually happen at takeoff or soon afterward. A partially open
door will not affect normal flight characteristics, and a normal landing can
be made with the door open.
If both upper and side latches are open, the door will trail slightly open,
and airspeed will be reduced slightly.
To close the door in flight, slow the airplane to 87 KIAS, close the cabin
vents and open the storm window. If the top latch is open, latch it. If the side
latch is open, pull on the armrest while moving the latch handle to the latched
position. If both latches are open, close the side latch then the top latch.
ISSUED: JULY 12, 1995
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
NOTE
SECTION 3
REPORT: VB-1611
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