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Symphony SA-160 Flight Manual

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  • Page 3: Feb 25, 2005

    All information is based on data available at the time of delivery of your aircraft by Symphony Aircraft Industries Inc. NOTE: A current handbook must be in the aircraft during flight. It is the operator's responsibility to maintain the handbook in a current status.

  • Page 4: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T APPLICABILITY / REVISIONS SA 160 2. Identification of Revised Material Revisions, additions and deletions will be identified by a vertical black line along the outside of the page opposite only the portion of the printed matter that was changed.
  • Page 5 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES The following Log of Effective Pages provides a listing of all effective pages in the POH, as well as the date of issue or revision.
  • Page 6 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SA 160 PAGE DATE PAGE DATE 2-11 Feb 25, 2005 4-10 Feb 25, 2005 2-12 Feb 25, 2005 4-11...
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  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES PAGE DATE PAGE DATE 7-36 Feb 25, 2005 8-15 Feb 25, 2005 7-37 Feb 25, 2005 8-16...
  • Page 9 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Feb 25, 2005...

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    Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK viii Feb 25, 2005...

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    Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIST OF REVISIONS LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Approval Feb 25, 2005...

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  • Page 13 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 CONTENTS CONTENTS SECTION GENERAL......1 LIMITATIONS .
  • Page 14 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 15 Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL SECTION 1 GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Aircraft Views (3) ................1-2 1.1 Introduction..................1-4 1.3 Technical Data ..................1-5 Engine....................1-5 Propeller .....................1-5...

  • Page 16: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T GENERAL SA 160 AIRCRAFT VIEWS m (ft.) 10.67 (35) 2.11 (6.92) 1.118 (3.67) 0.86 (2.82) 3.27 (10.75) Abb. 1-1(1) Aircraft Views...

  • Page 17: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL 2.82 (9.25) 1.72 (5.67) 6.960 (22.84) Notes: The ground clearance of the propeller at maximum takeoff weight and in the takeoff attitude is at least 0.180 m (7 in.).

  • Page 18: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual constitutes a Transport Canada approved Airplane Flight Manual for Canadian registered airplanes in accordance with AWM 523.

  • Page 19: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL 1.3 TECHNICAL DATA Engine (a) Number (b) Engine Manufacturer Textron Lycoming. (c) Engine Model O-320-D2A (d) Engine Type...

  • Page 20: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL (a) Oil Specification Aviation Grade Straight Mineral Oil MIL-L-6082 and Aviation Grade Ashless Dispersant Oil MIL-L-22851 (b) Oil Viscosity...

  • Page 21: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL Cabin and Entry Dimensions (a) Maximum Cabin Width 1.10 m (43.3 in.) (b) Maximum Cabin Length 1.22 m (48.0 in.) (c) Maximum Cabin Height 1.14 m (44.8 in.)

  • Page 22: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL 1.5 SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY The following definitions are for symbols, abbreviation, and terms which are used in this handbook or are relevant for the pilot during the operation of the Aircraft.

  • Page 23: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL V / V Maneuvering Speed is the maximum speed at which application of full available aerodynamic control will not overstress the Aircraft.

  • Page 24: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL (b) Meteorological Terminology International Standard Atmosphere in which (1) The air is a dry perfect gas; (2) The temperature at sea level is 15° Celsius (59° Fahrenheit);...

  • Page 25: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL (c) Power Terminology Takeoff Power The maximum power permissible for takeoff (may be time limited). Maximum Continuous Power Highest power setting, not limited by time.

  • Page 26: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity The demonstrated crosswind velocity is the velocity of the crosswind component for which adequate control of the Aircraft during takeoff and landing was actually demonstrated during certification tests.

  • Page 27: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 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.)

  • Page 28: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 1 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GENERAL Payload Weight of occupants, cargo and baggage. Maximum Ramp Weight Maximum weight approved for ground maneuvre. (It includes weight of start, taxi and run up fuel.)

  • Page 29: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.1 General ....................2-2 2.3 Airspeed Limitations................2-2 2.5 Airspeed Indicator Markings.............2-3 2.7 Power Plant Limitations ..............2-4 2.9 Engine Parameter Color Markings ...........2-5...

  • Page 30: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.1 GENERAL This section contains the operating limits (approved by the regulatory authority), the instrument markings, the color coding and the most important placards that are necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft, engine, systems, and the aircraft's standard equipment.

  • Page 31: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS Airspeed KIAS KCAS Maximum Flap Extended Speed , Flap setting 20° and 40° - Do not exceed this speed with flaps down.

  • Page 32: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS Markings KIAS Remarks Green Arc 60 - 130 Normal Operating Range White Arc 51 - 90 Full Flap Operating Range 2.7 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS...

  • Page 33: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.9 ENGINE PARAMETER COLOR MARKINGS Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 34: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.11 WEIGHT LIMITS (a) Maximum Ramp Weight: 975 kg (2150 lbs) (b) Maximum Takeoff Weight: 975 kg (2150 lbs)

  • Page 35: Feb 25, 2005

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.17 FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS Configuration Maximum Flight Load Factor Flaps Up 3.80 / -1.5 Flaps Down 2.00 Maneuvers with a negative flight load factor are prohibited.

  • Page 36: Fuel Limitations

    Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.23 FUEL LIMITATIONS (a) Total Fuel: 122 l (32.2 U.S. Gallons) (b) Usable Fuel: 110 l (29.1 U.S. Gallons)
  • Page 37 Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 2.29 PLACARDS The following placards must be attached inboard and outboard of the aircraft in the required places.
  • Page 38 Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS NO SMOKING THE AIRCRAFT MUST BE OPERATED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK ACROBATIC MANEUVERS, INCLUDING SPINS, ARE NOT APPROVED 2.
  • Page 39 Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 4. On the left fuselage side below the horizontal stabilizer AIRCRAFT DATA PLATE LOCATED AT FIREWALL THIS SIDE! 5.
  • Page 40 Symphony SECTION 2 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 LIMITATIONS 7. Near external power receptacle CAUTION 24 VOLTS D.C. THIS AIRCRAFT IS EQUIPPED WITH ALTERNATOR AND A NEGATIVE GROUND SYSTEM.
  • Page 41 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3.1 General ....................3-2 3.3 Airspeeds for Emergency Operations ..........3-3 3.5 Emergency Procedures Checklist .............3-4...
  • Page 42 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) Precautionary Landing With Engine Power (3.5 f) ....3-14 Ditching (3.5 g)................3-15 Engine Fire During Start (3.5 h) ...........3-15 Engine Fire In Flight (3.5 i)............3-16...

  • Page 43: Airspeeds For Emergency Operations

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES provide the pilot with a more complete description of the procedures and a better understanding of the reasons for the actions listed.

  • Page 44: Emergency Procedures Checklist

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.5 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLIST (a) Engine Failure During Takeoff Roll 1. Throttle ...................IDLE 2. Apply brakes and hold direction. Avoid obstructions, if possible: 3.
  • Page 45 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 6. Fuel Valve ................CHECK ON 7. Fuel Quantity ................CHECK 8. Engine Parameters..............CHECK If propeller is stopped (V<70 KIAS): Ignition switch shortly ............“START“...
  • Page 46 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (f) Precautionary Landing With Engine Power 1. Locate suitable field. Test suitability of the field with overflight.
  • Page 47 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (h) Engine Fire During Engine Start 1. Ignition Switch............CRANK ENGINE If engine starts: 2. Keep throttle for a few minutes at........1800 RPM 3.
  • Page 48 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (j) Electrical Fire In Flight 1. Switch ALT / BAT................OFF 2. Cabin Ventilation ..............CLOSED 3. Cabin Heat..................OFF 4.
  • Page 49 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES (l) Power Supply System Malfunction Ammeter and voltmeter shows a power supply system malfunction. 1. “ALT“ Switch ..............CHECK ON 2.
  • Page 50 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 51 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SA 160 WARNING ! Icing has a very strong negative effect on the aerodynamic characteristics of the aircraft. Stalling speed increases.
  • Page 52 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.7 AMPLIFIED EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Engine Failure During Takeoff Roll Checklist 3.5 a If loss of power occurs during takeoff roll, the aircraft must be brought to a halt as soon as possible in order to avoid leaving the runway.
  • Page 53 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SA 160 When performing an off field landing, damage (possible collision with obstacles and even overturning) cannot be excluded. Seat belts and harnesses must be tight to reduce the possibility of injury.
  • Page 54 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 55 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES switch to START to start the engine. Check the fuel valve is in ON position, and the fuel quantity in the wing tanks is sufficient.

  • Page 56: Precautionary Landing With Engine Power (3.5 F)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES While perform a forced landing on unknown field, damage (possible collision with obstacles and even overturning) cannot be excluded.

  • Page 57: Ditching (3.5 G)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES approach direction and the current wind direction. A fly-over provides the opportunity for a better assessment of the selected field.

  • Page 58: Engine Fire In Flight (3.5 I)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES attempt an engine start in order to draw the excess fuel back into the induction system. If the engine starts, with higher RPM there is a good chance to blow out a possible external fire.

  • Page 59: Loss Of Oil Pressure (3.5 K)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES WARNING ! Residual smoke in the cabin can cause feeling of sickness and of nausea. Therefore, ventilate cabin fully and make a precautionary emergency landing.

  • Page 60: Power Supply System Malfunction (3.5 L)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Power Supply System Malfunction Checklist 3.5 l Loss of alternator output can be detected by monitoring the ammeter and the voltmeter on the VM 1000 indicator.

  • Page 61: Icing (3.5 N)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Icing Checklist 3.5 n Under certain circumstances, usually in cold weather, icing conditions may prevail and ice can accumulate on external surfaces of the aircraft.

  • Page 62: Static Source Blockage Ifr (3.5 P)

    Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Static Source Blockage (IFR) Checklist 3.5 If erroneous readings of the static source instruments (aispeed, altimeter and vertical speed) are suspected, the alternate static source valve, on the left side of instrument panel, should be opened to supply static pressure from the cabin to these instruments.
  • Page 63 Symphony SECTION 3 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES check this by means of control stick position to the panel. Different aileron forces cause an incorrect neutral position and may delay the spin recovery.
  • Page 64 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 65 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 4.1 General ....................4-3 4.3 Airspeeds For Normal Operation .............4-4 4.5 Normal Procedures Checklist............4-4...
  • Page 66 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) Page 4.7 Amplified Normal Procedures ............4-17 (a) Preflight Inspection (4.5 a)............4-17 Cabin ..................4-17 Left Wing ................4-18...
  • Page 67 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.1 GENERAL This section contains the normal operating procedures for the aircraft. All of the normal operating procedures required by the Aviation...
  • Page 68 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.3 AIR SPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION The following air speeds are important for the safe operation of the aircraft.
  • Page 69 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES PREFLIGHT INSPECTION Figure 4-1 Feb 25, 2005...
  • Page 70 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Seat position ...................CHECK BAT Switch .....................ON Fuel Quantity .................CHECK Flaps EXTEND, Yellow Light “Flaps in Motion” ......CHECK Landing Light (at Night) ..............CHECK...
  • Page 71 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Pitot Tube............REMOVE pitot tube cover Pitot Tube Hole ..............CHECK clear Fuel Tank ..............CHECK VISUALLY for desired level Fuel Filler Cap ................CHECK...
  • Page 72 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Static Dischargers ......CHECK for security of attachment and general conditions Flap and Aileron............CHECK for freedom of movement and security Bonding Straps .......CHECK for security of attachment...
  • Page 73 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Flaps.....................RETRACT BAT Switch....................OFF (b) Before Starting Engine Preflight Check ..............COMPLETE BAT switch....................ON Cabin Lighting (at Night)..........AS REQUIRED Fuel Quantity ................SUFFICIENT...
  • Page 74 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (d) Starting Hot Engine Brakes......................SET ALT Switch .....................ON STROBE LT Switch ................ON Carburetor Heat ...................OFF Throttle ..............6 mm (1/4 in.) OPEN Mixture..................FULL RICH...
  • Page 75 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Vacuum ...................CHECK Ammeter ..................CHECK Oil Temperature................CHECK Circuit Breakers ................CHECK (g) Taxiing Taxi Area...................CLEAR Throttle................APPLY SLOWLY Brakes ....................CHECK Controls ........CHECK for free and correct movement...
  • Page 76 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (i) Before Takeoff Brakes ....................APPLY Throttle................1000 - 1200 RPM Seats ...................ENGAGED Seat Belts and Harnesses........FASTENED/CHECK Empty Seat ...........Seat Belts SNUGLY FASTENED Cabin Doors ...........CLOSED AND LATCHED...
  • Page 77 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Wing Flaps ..................RETRACT Airspeed ..................80 KIAS Short Field Flaps......................20° Brakes ....................APPLY Throttle ...................FULL OPEN When full engine power is available: Brakes ...................RELEASE...
  • Page 78 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Mixture ...................ADJUST Engine Parameters.................CHECK Fuel Quantity .................CHECK CAUTION ! Prolonged operation with a lean mixture, at more than 75% engine power, could result in engine damage.
  • Page 79 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES on to the final approach. In this way, the pilot's attention can be directed completely to controlling the aircraft.
  • Page 80 Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES PITOT HT Switch .................OFF LDG LT Switch .................on day OFF (q) Engine Shut Down Flaps.....................RETRACT Avionics ....................OFF Throttle ................1000 - 1200 RPM...

  • Page 81: Amplified Normal Procedures

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES 4.7 AMPLIFIED NORMAL PROCEDURES The following provides detailed information and supplementary notes for normal operation of the aircraft.

  • Page 82: Left Wing

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES All circuit breakers are in ON position. The throttle control lever should be in the closed position and the mixture in idle cut-off.

  • Page 83: Nose Section

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Check the end of fuel tank vent line for obstructions. Remove the cover from the pitot tube and check the pitot pressure hole for integrity and that it is clear of obstructions.

  • Page 84: Fuselage

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES damage. The security of attachment of the aileron counter weight is to be checked. At the wing trailing edge, the ailerons and wing flaps as well as its hinges are to be checked for damage and condition, the ailerons for smoothness and freedom of operation.

  • Page 85: (B) Before Starting Engine (4.5 B)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Next, through the fuel system low-point drain located on the bottom of the cabin, drain fuel into clear cup and check for water and sediment.

  • Page 86: (C) Starting Cold Engine (4.5C)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (c) Starting Cold Engine (4.5 c) Set the brakes and turn on the alternator and the strobe light. At night turn on the instrument and map lights.

  • Page 87: (D) Starting Hot Engine (4.5D)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (d) Starting Hot Engine (4.5d) Set the brakes and turn on the alternator and the strobe light. At night, turn on the instrument and map lights.

  • Page 88: (F) Warm-Up (4.5F)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES CAUTION ! If oil pressure is not indicated or it is too low within 30 seconds after engine start, stop the engine and determine the cause.

  • Page 89: (H) Ground Check(4.5H)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES freedom of movement in their entire operating range. Avoid holes and ruts in the taxi surface when taxiing over uneven ground.

  • Page 90: (I) Before Takeoff (4.5I)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (i) Before Takeoff (4.5i) All circumstances for each particular takeoff, such as runway surface, meteorological conditions etc., should be considered.

  • Page 91: Short Runway

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES Set the trim as required. Move the throttle control fully forward and allow the aircraft to accelerate to 53 KIAS. Lift the nose wheel and let the aircraft lift-off.

  • Page 92: (L) Cruise (4.5L)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (l) Cruise (4.5 l) Adjust the elevator trim, to make flying on long routes easier. The cruise speed and the cruise power settings depend on many factors such as altitude, air temperature, aircraft loading and so on.

  • Page 93: (M) Descent (4.5M)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (2) For Best Economy Cruise (75% power and below) Operate at peak EGT, or enrich to obtain engine smoothness.

  • Page 94: (N) Before Landing (4.5N)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (n) Before Landing (4.5n) Check that seat belts are fastened securely. The mixture control should be kept FULL RICH to ensure maximum acceleration if it should be necessary.

  • Page 95: (O)Landing (4.5O)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (o)Landing (4.5o) Normal Conditions The amount of flap used during approach and landing should be varied according to the runway surface, wind conditions and aircraft loading.

  • Page 96: (P) After Landing (4.5P)

    Symphony SECTION 4 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 NORMAL PROCEDURES (p) After Landing (4.5p) Retract flaps. Turn OFF the carburetor heat and the auxiliary fuel pump. Turn OFF pitot tube heat, if it was in operation.
  • Page 97 Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 5.1 General ....................5-2 5.3 Introduction to the Performance Parameters and Flight Planning ..................5-2 5.5 Flight Planning Example ..............5-3...

  • Page 98: General

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE 5.1 GENERAL This SECTION contains all the prescribed performance data as well as supplementary information for this aircraft.

  • Page 99: Flight Planning Example

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE 5.5 FLIGHT PLANNING EXAMPLE The following example uses information from the performance charts to plan a flight. Example...

  • Page 100: (A) Takeoff

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE (a) Takeoff For this the chart: fig. 5-6 "Takeoff Distance (for short fields)" is to be used. The values shown are based on the normal procedure "Takeoff - Short Field“...

  • Page 101: (C) Fuel Required

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE 11). The relationship between engine power and range is presented in the range profile chart. Accordingly, the most economical fuel consumption or the longest range will be achieved at a cruise power of approx.

  • Page 102: (D) Landing

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE With an assumed headwind of 20 kts enroute, the ground speed for cruise is: - 20 = 97 kts Using these two values, the time for the cruise can be calculated: 267 NM / 97 kt = 2.8 h...
  • Page 103 Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE values are based on using the normal procedure “Landing - Short Field“ (see Section 4 “NORMAL PROCEDURES“). By means of the corresponding column with the air temperature and the line with corresponding altitude, the landing distances are determined.

  • Page 104: Use Of Performance Charts

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE 5.7 USE OF PERFORMANCE CHARTS Tabulations of performance are presented in increments of temperature, altitude and other variables. Performance for a given set of conditions...

  • Page 105: (A) Approximation Method

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE (a) Approximation Method Read values at 2150 lbs, ISA+30 °C, and 2000 ft: - Lift-Off Speed 58 KIAS...

  • Page 106: Performance Charts

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE 5.9 PERFORMANCE CHARTS AIRSPEED CALIBRATION CONDITIONS: KIAS ASSUMES ZERO INSTRUMENT ERROR. KIAS >135 FLAPS 00° KCAS >135 KIAS FLAPS 20°...
  • Page 107 Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE AIRSPEED CALIBRATION (Alternate Static Source) CONDITIONS: COCKPIT VENTILATION OFF Normal KIAS Alternate KIAS NOTES: 1. INFLUENCE OF VENTILATION: WITH THE COCKPIT VENTILATION OPEN (ONE OR TWO FRESH AIR NOZZLES), THE VALUES IN THE ALTERNATE KIAS COLUMN DECREASE BY 0.5 KT.

  • Page 108: Altimeter Correction

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE ALTIMETER CORRECTION CONDITIONS: KIAS AND INDICATED ALTITUDE ASSUME ZERO INSTRUMENT ERROR. CORRECTION TO BE ADDED ~FEET CONDITION KIAS FLAPS 00°...
  • Page 109 Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE ALTIMETER CORRECTION (Alternate Static Source) CONDITIONS: COCKPIT VENTILATION OFF KIAS CORRECTION TO BE -130 -145 -165 -110 ADDED - FEET NOTES: 1.

  • Page 110: Temperature Conversion

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE TEMPERATURE CONVERSION DEGREES CELSIUS Figure 5-3 5-14 Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 111: Liters / Gallons Conversion

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE LITERS / GALLONS CONVERSION Figure 5-4 Feb 25, 2005 5-15...

  • Page 112: Stall Speeds

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE STALL SPEED CONDITIONS: POWER IDLE WEIGHT 975 kg (2150 lbs) Most forward C.G. Position STALL SPEEDS ~ KNOTS...

  • Page 113: Takeoff Distance (For Short Fields)

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE TAKEOFF DISTANCE (FOR SHORT FIELDS) CONDITIONS: LIFT-OFF 58 KIAS FLAPS 20° SPEED AT 50 ft 62 KIAS TAKEOFF POWER SET BEFORE BRAKE RELEASE.

  • Page 114: Rate Of Climb

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE RATE OF CLIMB CONDITIONS: FLAPS 0° FULL THROTTLE RATE OF CLIMB ~ FT/MIN CLIMB PRESS WEIGHT SPEED ~KIAS -10 °C...

  • Page 115: Time, Fuel And Distance To Climb

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE TIME, FUEL,AND DISTANCE TO CLIMB CONDITIONS: WEIGHT 975 KG (2150 LBS) FUEL MIXTURE AS RECOMENDED BY LYCOMING FLAPS 0°...

  • Page 116: Cruise Performance

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE CONDITIONS: WEIGHT 975 kg (2150 lbs) LEAN MIXTURE UP TO 75% POWER FOR BEST ZERO WIND, ISA ECONOMY AND ADJUST FULL RICH ABOVE 75%.
  • Page 117 Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE (Continued) Standard Temperature Pressure Altitude %BHP KTAS A l/h U.S.GAL./h (Minimum) 10000 2700 2600 63,1 2500...

  • Page 118: Best Range Profile

    Symphony SECTION 5 SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE BEST RANGE PROFILE CONDITIONS: ZERO WIND, ISA WEIGHT 975 kg (2150 lbs), INITIAL FUEL LEAN MIXTURE UP TO 75% POWER FOR BEST LOADING 110 LITERS (29.1 U.S.GAL.)USABLE...

  • Page 119: Endurance Profile

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE ENDURANCE PROFILE CONDITIONS: ZERO WIND, ISA WEIGHT 975 kg (2150 lbs), INITIAL FUEL LEAN MIXTURE UP TO 75% POWER FOR BEST LOADING 110 LITERS (29.1 U.S.GAL.)USABLE...

  • Page 120: Landing Distance (For Short Fields)

    Symphony SECTION 5 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 PERFORMANCE LANDING DISTANCE (FOR SHORT FIELDS) CONDITIONS: WEIGHT 975 kg (2150 lbs) APPROACH SPEED AT 50 FT 65 KIAS FLAPS 40°...

  • Page 121: Equipment List

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE SECTION 6 SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 6.1 General ....................6-2...

  • Page 122: General

    6.3 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE At the time of delivery, Symphony Aircraft Industries provides for each aircraft the basic empty weight and center of gravity location. This data is provided on the Weight and Balance Data Form shown in Figure (6.1).
  • Page 123 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE The following procedure must be followed prior to weighting the aircraft; (a) Preparation (1) Verify the aircraft equipment against the provided equipment..
  • Page 124 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE (c) Weighing Aircraft Basic Empty Weight (1).With the airplane level and brakes released, record the weight shown on each scale.
  • Page 125 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE AIRCRAFT WEIGHING FORM MODEL: SERIAL NUMBER: DATE: REGISTRATION NUMBER: LEVELING DIAGRAM REFERENCE DATUM 60.5 in. C.G.
  • Page 126 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Marked Hole Static Port Hole Figure 6-2 Markings for Aircraft Longitudinal Leveling Feb 25, 2005...
  • Page 127 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE (d) Basic Empty Weight Center of Gravity (1) The basic empty weight We (as weighed including equipment...
  • Page 128 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Figure 6-3 Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 129: Weight And Balance Determination

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE 6.5 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION AND RECORD The basic empty weight and center of gravity location data, as provided in the Aircraft Weight Form (See Figure 6.1) was determined when the...
  • Page 130 Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE (b)Determine the moment of all items to be carried by using the graph provided as Figure (6-5), or by multiplying the weight of each item by the moment arms provided in Figure (6.6).

  • Page 131: Loading Graph

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE LOADING GRAPH PILOT AND PASSENGER FUEL BAGGAGE AREA 1 BAGGAGE AREA 2 MOMENT / 100 ~ in-lbs...

  • Page 132: Moment Arm

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE MOMENT ARM ITEM MOMENT ARM (in) 101.2 Pilot Passenger Baggage #1 122.8 Baggage #2 159.1 107.4...

  • Page 133: Weight And Moment Limits

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE WEIGHT AND MOMENT LIMITS WEIGHT ~ lbs WEIGHT ~ kg Figure 6-7 Feb 25, 2005 6-13...

  • Page 134: Weight And Balance Example

    Symphony SECTION 6 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WEIGHT AND BALANCE 6.8 WEIGHT AND BALANCE EXAMPLE The following example is provide as a guide for weight and balance calculation and does not reflect a specific aircraft.
  • Page 135 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 WARNING ! The data provided in Figure (6.7) is provided in both inches/pounds and in meters/kilograms. One should ensure that consistent units are used throughout the calculation.
  • Page 136 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 137 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ITS SYSTEMS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 7.1 General ....................7-5 7.3 Aircraft....................7-5...
  • Page 138 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page 7.29 Fuel System..................7-31 (a) Fuel Distribution ..............7-31 (b) Fuel Quantity Indication ............7-34 (c) Fuel Venting ................7-35...
  • Page 139 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Fig. EC 100 Display................7-24 Leaning Mode.................7-26 Fuel System Schematic ............7-32 7-10 Fuel Shut-Off Valve ...............7-33 7-11 Fuel Level Indicator ...............7-34 7-12 Drain Valves ................7-36...
  • Page 140 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 141: General

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.1 GENERAL This section describes the operation of the aircraft with its equipment and its systems. The user should become familiar with the aircraft system operation to ensure optimal and secure usage of the aircraft.

  • Page 142: Airframe

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION is operated manually. All three wheels of the landing gear are equipped with fairings. The wheels of the main landing gear have hydraulically actuated disc type brakes.

  • Page 143: Flight Controls

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION exclusively used in the wings, flaps and ailerons. One piece fore and aft spars are made of extruded aluminum construction to carry bending and torsion loads.
  • Page 144 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Figure 7-1 Aileron Control System Feb 25, 2005...
  • Page 145 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Figure 7-2 Elevator Control System Feb 25, 2005...
  • Page 146 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Figure 7-3 Rudder Control System 7-10 Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 147: Instrument Panel

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.9 INSTRUMENT PANEL The instrument panel of the SA 160 is shown in Fig. 7-4. For an easy and quick reference, the instruments and controls are clearly...
  • Page 148 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 1 2 3 4 Annunciator for Fuel Pump Operation Fuel Pump Switch (green) 27 Avionik 1 Switch 28 Avionik 2 Switch (IFR) “FLAPS IN MOTION”...
  • Page 149 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 7-13 Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 150: Ground Control

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.13 GROUND CONTROL The directional control of the aircraft on the ground is accomplished by differential breaking of the main gear wheels. The brakes are actuated by pushing the upper part of the appropriate rudder pedal.

  • Page 151: Landing Gear

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION From the retracted position the flaps are extended by pressing and holding the flaps switch until the desire flap deflection is achieved. A limit switch on the actuator will stop the flaps movement when the flaps reach the 40°...

  • Page 152: Baggage Compartment

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.19 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT The baggage compartment in the SA 160 is located behind the seats. A baggage door is provided on the left side of the aircraft just behind the pilot's door.

  • Page 153: Doors And Windows

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.23 DOORS AND WINDOWS The SA 160 has two cabin doors. Each door is secured by a three-point latch system actuated by an interior and exterior door handle on each cabin door.

  • Page 154: (A) Engine Controls

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION For maintenance and repairs the engine cowling consists of an upper and lower half fiberglass shell that can be removed.

  • Page 155: (B) Vm 1000 Engine Management System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION (b) The VM 1000 Engine Management System The VM 1000 engine management system and its NOTE! operation is described subsequently with sufficient information for safe operation of the aircraft.
  • Page 156 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION VM 1000 (Schematic) CHT PROBE 1 RPM XDUCER CHT PROBE 2 MAN PRES XDUCER CHT PROBE 3...
  • Page 157 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION (1) Description A data processing unit (DPU) receives electrical signals generated from different engine sensors. The DPU output is connected with the VM 1000 indicator (See Fig.
  • Page 158 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Button 1: Select EGT Graphic Modes Button 2: Select EGT & CHT Digital Modes Button 3:...
  • Page 159 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION The Electronic Checklist and Caution Advisory System EC 100 WARNING ! The EC 100 checklist function may serve as a general guideline for the pilot while accomplishing normal procedures.

  • Page 160: Ec 100 Display

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Figure 7-7 EC 100 Display The checklist actions and/or checks will appear in the EC 100 display shortened.
  • Page 161 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION (2) Operation The VM 1000 Indicator To set the VM 1000 engine management system in operation, place the “BAT”...

  • Page 162: Leaning Mode

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Leaning Mode: Leaning mode is selected by pressing BUTTON 1 while in normal mode. The entire diamond graph display is temporarily used for precise high resolution leaning.

  • Page 163: (C) New Engine Break-In Period

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION the EC 100 alarm will be removed for approx. 1,5 minutes, allowing to access other information.

  • Page 164: (E) Air Induction System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION positions used. While starting the engine, the switch is to be rotated to the spring loaded START position. This will activate the starter when ALT / BAT switch in the ON position.

  • Page 165: (G) Cooling System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION The capacity of the engine sump is 7,6 Liters (8 U.S. quarts). The oil passes through an oil suction strainer screen into the engine driven oil pump, and then to the engine parts to be lubricated.

  • Page 166: Propeller

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.27 PROPELLER The aircraft is equipped with a fixed pitch, composite, two blade MT- Propeller. The propeller composite construction consists of multiples laminated and plastic covered ash wood strips with bonded stainless steel metal tips.

  • Page 167: Fuel System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.29 FUEL SYSTEM The fuel system of the SA 160 (See Fig. 7-9) consists of two main fuel...

  • Page 168: Fuel System Schematic

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION FUEL SYSTEM SCHEMATIC Fuel Venting Wing Fuel Tanks Fuel Vent Line VM 1000 INTERFACE FUEL LEVEL...

  • Page 169: Fuel Shut-Off Valve

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION WARNING ! With less than 10 liters (2.5 Gallons) per each wing tank (red arc at indicator) power on descents with flaps extended must be limited to maximum 10 minutes duration.

  • Page 170: (B) Fuel Quantity Indication

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION The fuel shut off valve (See Fig. 7-10) is located on the center pedestal below the instrument panel. The valve has two positions "OFF" or "ON".

  • Page 171: (C) Fuel Venting

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION displays are also presented graphically to show percentage of fuel remaining for quick reference. The indicator red arc shows a low fuel level, in the corresponding tank, from 0 - 2.5 gallons.

  • Page 172: Drain Valves

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION addition, the gascolator, located on the lower left front of the firewall, has also a drain, which is accessible from the bottom of the cowling section.
  • Page 173 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Right Wing Cabin Figure 7-13 Drain Valves on the base of the wing fuel tanks. Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 174: Brake System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.31 BRAKE SYSTEM The brake system of the SA 160 comprises of single disc, hydraulically actuated brakes on each main landing gear wheel, 4 master cylinders, located immediately behind the 4 rudder pedals, a brake fluid reservoir on the left cabin wall near the fire wall, and brake fluid lines and hoses.

  • Page 175: Electrical System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.33 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The SA 160 is equipped with a 28-volt, DC electrical system. It is powered by a belt driven alternator and a 24V battery, located in the aft fuselage behind the baggage compartment.

  • Page 176: (C) Indicating And Warning Devices

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION simultaneously. However, if a situation so demands, it is possible to switch to either battery ON or alternator OFF only.

  • Page 177: 1)Electrical Power Distribution

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Ammeter Sensor Alternator Alternator Regulator VM 1000 BAT/Ext P From “ALT FIELD” Circuit Breaker Master Ext. Power...
  • Page 178 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION “ALT” Switch AVIONIC 2 Map Light Strobe Lights VM 1000 COM 2 Flap Control GPS 2...
  • Page 179 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION This occurs at low amperage levels of approximately less than 2 amps. Voltmeter The voltmeter is integrated in the VM 1000 Engine Management System.

  • Page 180: Circuit Breaker Panel

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION BAT BUS MAIN BUS AVIONIC 1 AVIONIC 2 Figure 7-15 Circuit Breaker Panel 7-44 Feb 25, 2005...

  • Page 181: Lights

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.35 LIGHTS (a) Interior Lighting The interior lighting of the SA 160 consists of three independent lighting systems: dome light, instrument light, and map light.

  • Page 182: (B) Exterior Lighting

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION overall lighting for the instrument panel. In the event of an instrument light failure, the map light is sufficient to light all the instruments and controls required for safe flight and landing by night.
  • Page 183 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.37 VENTILATION AND HEATING To supply fresh air into the cabin, two adjustable air nozzles are provided.

  • Page 184: Static And Pitot Pressure System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.39 STATIC AND PITOT PRESSURE SYSTEM The static and pitot pressure system supplies pitot and static pressure for the airspeed indicator, the altimeter and the vertical speed indicator (See fig.

  • Page 185: Static And Pitot Pressure System Schematic

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Air Speed Indicator Altimeter Vertical Speed Indicator To Transponder Blind Encoder Alternate Static Source Valve (from inside of cabin)

  • Page 186: Vacuum System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION Alternate Static Source (IFR) An alternate static pressure source valve is installed on the left instrument panel. This valve supplies static pressure from inside the cabin instead of the external static ports.
  • Page 187 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION ATTITUDE GYRO SUCTION GAUGE DIRECTIONAL GYRO VACUUM SYSTEM AIR FILTER ENGINE DRIVEN VACUUM PUMP VACUUM RELIEF VALVE...

  • Page 188: Stall Warning System

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION or eventual system failure. To protect the gyroscopes, the system has a vacuum relief valve that is attached to the firewall in the cabin that is adjusted so that the vacuum gauge will normally indicate 4.5 - 5.5 in.

  • Page 189: Nav / Com Receiver-Transmitter

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION The standard equipment of the SA 160 includes a Bendix/King KX 125 VHF NAV/COM receiver-transmitter and an intercom system. The NAV/COM receiver-transmitter is mounted in the center of the instrument panel over the transponder.
  • Page 190 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION POWER POWER LED Co-Pilot Pilot SQUELCH VOLUME Volume Volume Squelch Squelch MODE SWITCH ONLY LEFT / BOTH...

  • Page 191: Itransponder Front View

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION REPLAY LIGHT CODE WINDOWS KT 76A TSO BENDIX / KING TEST IDENT FUNCTION CONTROL KNOBS SELECTOR...

  • Page 192: Elt Remote Switch/ Annunciator

    Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION 7.47 EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTER (ELT) The SA 160 comes equipped with an Artex ELT-200 emergency locator transmitter.
  • Page 193 Symphony SECTION 7 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 DESCR. & OPERATION The ELT unit itself is located in the fuselage behind the cabin just over the battery. It is accessible through the baggage door.
  • Page 194 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
  • Page 195 Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE SECTION 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 8.1 General ....................8-3...

  • Page 196: General

    The SA 160 owner should stay in close contact with an authorized Symphony Aircraft Industries Inc. Service Station or with the Customer Service Department of SAI in order to keep abreast of the newest information on the management of this aircraft.

  • Page 197: Inspection Periods

    GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE 8.3 INSPECTION PERIODS Symphony Aircraft Industries Inc. has developed an Inspection Time Interval Chart for the SA 160. This chart, provided by SAI, recommends inspection items and time intervals (e.g. 50, 100, 200 hours). Inspections requirements are provided in the SA 160 Maintenance Manual Chapter 5.

  • Page 198: Alterations To The Aircraft

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE All other maintenance operations necessary for the aircraft must be accomplished by authorized and licensed personnel only.

  • Page 199: Ground Handling

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE 8.9 GROUND HANDLING (a) Towing The aircraft may be moved by hand with a tow bar, or by a towing vehicle.

  • Page 200: (B) Parking

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE CAUTION ! While towing the aircraft with a vehicle a person should be in the cockpit, in order to be able to apply the brakes in the event of an emergency.

  • Page 201: (C) Tiedown

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE (c) Tiedown A correct tiedown protects the parked aircraft against damage by gusty or strong winds.

  • Page 202: Servicing

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE 8.11 SERVICING (a) Oil Oil Specification Oil must be conform to the last revision of the Textron Lycoming Service Instruction No.

  • Page 203: (B) Fuel

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE operation, engine oil of the same specification and of the same recommended viscosity must be used (MIL-L-6082).
  • Page 204 Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE (2) Make sure that the BAT switch is in OFF position. (3)Ensure fire fighting equipment is positioned and immediately available.

  • Page 205: Cleaning And Care

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE CAUTION ! Direct the anti-freezing additive into the flowing fuel stream. Start the additive feed after the start of refueling and stop before completion of refueling.

  • Page 206: (B) Exterior Surfaces

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE (5) Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with isopropy alcohol. CAUTION ! Never use gasoline, benzene, alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, lacquer thinner or glass cleaner.

  • Page 207: (C) Propeller

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE prevent painted surfaces from oxidizing and will help prevent unpainted surfaces from corroding. A heavier coating of wax on the leading surfaces will reduce abrasion problems in these areas.
  • Page 208 Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE (1) Remove Cowling. WARNING ! Do not use gasoline or other highly flammable substances.

  • Page 209: E) Interior

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE WARNING ! Do not operate the engine until excess solvent has evaporated or otherwise been removed.

  • Page 210: During Flyable Storage

    Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE For cleaning and care of the seat upholstery use foam type detergent, such as is commercially available for car seats. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 211 Symphony SECTION 8 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 GROUND HANDLING, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE After every seven days during storage, rotate the propeller by hand. After rotating the engine six revolutions, stop the propeller 60° to 120°...
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  • Page 218 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The GNS 430 System is a fully integrated, panel mounted instrument, which contains a VHF Communications Transceiver, a VOR/ILS receiver, and a Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation computer.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 (c)The systems meets RNP5 airspace (BRNAV)requirements of AC90-96 and in accordance with AC 20-138, and JAA AMJ 20X2 Leaflet 2 Revision 1, provided it is receiving usable navigation information from the GPS receiver.
  • Page 222 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 The Main software version is displayed on the GNS 430 self test page immediately after turn-on for 5 seconds. The remaining system software versions can be verified on the AUX group sub-page 2, “SOFTWARE/...
  • Page 223 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 (d) When an alternate airport is required by the applicable operating rules, it must be served by an approach based on other than GPS or...

  • Page 224: Emergency Procedures

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES (a) Missing or Invalid Navigation Information If GARMIN GNS 430 navigation information is not available or invalid, utilize remaining operational navigation equipment as required.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 (d)“RAIM IS NOT AVAILABLE”on the Final Approach If that message is display while on the final approach segment, GPS based navigation will continus for up to 5 minutes with approach CDI sensitivity (0.3 nautical mile).After 5 minutes the system will flag and...
  • Page 226 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.1 POWERING ON THE GNS 430 (a) Rotate the Com power/volume knob clockwise to turn the unit on and set the desired radio volume.
  • Page 227 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.2 FREQUENCY SELECTION (a) If the tuning cursor is not currently in the desired window (COM or VLOC), press the small left knob momentarily.
  • Page 228 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 4.5 TO SELECT A DIRECT-TO DESTINATION (a) Press the key. A select direct to waypoint page will appear, with the waypoint identifier field highlighted.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 4.7 GNS 430 INTEGRATION The GNS 430 system is integrated into the aircraft avionics installation in two configurations:...

  • Page 230: Description And Operation

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 7.1 GENERAL The information contained in here supersedes the information on the Bendix/King KX 125 VHF NAV/COM receiver-transmitter, provided in the Description &...
  • Page 231 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 Figure 7-1 Front View of the GNS 430 Unit (a) Key and Knob Functions (1) Left-hand Keys and Knobs...
  • Page 232 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 1 SA160 The COM flip-flop key is used to swap the active and standby COM frequencies. Press and hold to select emergency channel (121.500 MHz).
  • Page 233 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 1 (3) Bottom Row Keys The CDI key is used to toggle which navigation source (GPS or VLOC) provides output to an external HSI or CDI.
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  • Page 240 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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  • Page 242 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The GNC 420 System is a fully integrated, panel mounted instrument, which contains a VHF Communications Transceiver and a Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation computer.
  • Page 243 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 (c)The systems meets RNP5 airspace (BRNAV)requirements of AC90-96 and in accordance with AC 20-138, and JAA AMJ 20X2 Leaflet 2 Revision 1, provided it is receiving usable navigation information from the GPS receiver.
  • Page 244 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 The Main software version is displayed on the GNC 420 self test page immediately after turn-on for 5 seconds. The remaining system software versions can be verified on the AUX group sub-page 2, “SOFTWARE/DATABASE VER”...
  • Page 245 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 (c) When an alternate airport is required by the applicable operating rules, it must be served by an approach based on other than GPS or...
  • Page 246 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES (IFR) (a) Missing or Invalid Navigation Information If GARMIN GNC 420 navigation information is not available or invalid, utilize remaining operational navigation equipment as required.
  • Page 247 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 approach course guidance may still be available with 1 nautical mile CDI sensitivity by executing the missed approach.
  • Page 248 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 Time To-4 minutes) Distance to-10.0 nm Ground Speed-150 kts Ext.Annunciators-ON (c) Once the self-test concludes, the database page will appear, showing the effective and expiration dates of the Jeppesen database on the NavData card.
  • Page 249 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 4.4 PAGE SELECTION (a) Selection of any main page is performed using the large small right knobs. The large right knob selects the page group: NAV, WPT orAUX.
  • Page 250 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 (d)Continue rotating the small right knob to highlight the desired airport. (e) Press to accept the selected waypoint's identifier and press a second time (with "Activate?"...
  • Page 251 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 7.1 GENERAL The information contained in here supersedes the information on the Bendix/King KX 125 VHF NAV/COM receiver-transmitter, provided in the Description &...
  • Page 252 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 2 SA160 01:12 TERM Figure 7-1 Front View of the GNC 420 Unit (a)Key and Knob Functions (1)Unit Keys and Knobs(Excluding bottom row)
  • Page 253 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 2 The COM flip-flop key is used to swap the active and stanby COM frequencies. Press and hold to select emergency channel (121.500 MJz).
  • Page 254 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENTS SA160 (2) Bottom Row Keys The NRST key displays the nearest airport page. Then, rotating the small right knob steps through the NRST Pages.
  • Page 255 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 (b) Screen Areas Map Display Window Data User Fields Selectable 01:12 Data Field TERM Map Page Present Position Map Scale Desired Track...
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  • Page 260 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel provides audio amplification, audio selection, marker beacon control, and a voice activated intercom system for the headsets and microphones.
  • Page 263 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 3 (b) Audio Panel Transceiver inputs: Receiver inputs: Unswitched inputs: Input impedance: 500 ohms Input isolation: 60 dB min...

  • Page 264: Limitations

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS No change. SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3.1 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES (a) Failsafe Operation A failsafe circuit connects the pilot's headset and microphone directly to COM 1 in case the power is interrupted or the GMA 340 unit is turned off.
  • Page 265 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 3 4.2 SELECT A TRANSCEIVER COMx Press either COM 1 MIC, COM 2 MIC, or COM 3 MIC button for...
  • Page 266 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 (b) LEFT LARGE KNOB - Pilot ICS mic VOX squelch level. PILOT Clockwise rotation increases the amount of mic audio (VOX level) required to break squelch.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 3 SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE No change. SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Factory installed optional equipment is included in the licensed weight and balance data in the paperwork delivered with the aircraft.
  • Page 268 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 7.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The GMA 340 intercom system consists primarily of the GMA 340 audio control unit, located on the instrument panel, center-high, the pilot and Co-pilot audio jacks mounted on the middle console, and the Push-To- Talk switches located on the control sticks.
  • Page 269 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 3 Marker Beacon Receiver Sensitivity Indicator LEDs Marker Beacon Receiver Sensitivity Selection Button SENS Pilot Intercom System (ICS) Volume...
  • Page 270 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 3 SA160 Annunciator Test Button TEST Locking Screw Access Photocel-Automatic Annunciator Dimming 7.4 ICS MODES (a) PILOT mode isolates the pilot from everyone else and dedicates the aircraft radios to the pilot exclusively.
  • Page 271 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 3 The marker audio is selected initially by pressing the MKR/mute button . lf no marker beacon signal is received, then pressing again will MUTE deselect the marker audio.
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  • Page 278 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 4 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 4 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The Garmin GTX 327 Transponder, located mid-avionics panel, receives interrogations from a ground based secondary radar transmitter and transmits the aircraft's identification to the Air Traffic Control Center via Mode A transmissions and altitude information via Mode C.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 4 SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS No change. SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES No change. SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES Normal operating procedures are completely described in the GARMIN GTX 327 Mode A/C Transponder Pilot's Guide, P/N 190-00187-00, Rev.
  • Page 282 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 4 SA160 4.2 SELECT A TRANSPONDER MODE (a) To select the standby mode press STBY key; Powers on the transponder in standby mode. At power on the last active identification code will be selected.

  • Page 283: Performance

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 4 entered. Pressing the CLR key will move the cursor back to the previous digit. Pressing the CLR key when the cursor is on the first digit of the code, or pressing the CRSR key during code entry, will remove the cursor and cancel data entry, restoring the previous code.
  • Page 284 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 4 SA160 For a complete description of the GTX 327 Mode A/C Transponder, refer to the GARMIN GTX 327 Mode A/C Transponder Pilot's Guide, P/N 190- 00187-00, Rev.
  • Page 285 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 4 7.3 KEY AND KNOB FUNCTIONS NOTE: For mode selection keys see Section 4. IDENT- Pressing the IDENT key activates the Special...
  • Page 286 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 4 SA160 9- Increases Contrast and Display Brightness when the respective pages are displayed. Also enters the number nine into the Count Down timer.
  • Page 287 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 4...
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  • Page 289 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T Quebec, Canada Approved Airplane Flight Manual Model SYMPHONY SA160 SUPPLEMENT 5 BENDIX/KING DME KN 62A This supplement must be inserted into Section 9 of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and LBA Approved Airplane Flight Manual when the Bendix/King DME KN 62A has been installed.
  • Page 290 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160...
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  • Page 292 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 5 SA 160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 5 SA 160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The KN 62 A is a compact, panel mounted, 200 channel DME that simultaneously indicates range, speed, and time to selected station or range and frequency.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 SUPPLEMENT 5 SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS No change. SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES No change. SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES NOTE: The KN 62A is shown in figure 7-1.

  • Page 296: Performance

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 5 SA 160 (c) Select the desired frequency using the frequency selector. (1) Rotate the outer, larger knob to change the larger digits (1 MHz, 10 MHz) (2) Rotate the inner smaller knob to change the 0.1 MHz digit (0.0, 0.1,...

  • Page 297: Description And Operation

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA 160 SUPPLEMENT 5 SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 7.1 GENERAL For a complete description of the KN 62A, refer to the applicable BENDIX/KING publications.
  • Page 298 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 5 SA 160 (2) GS/T Mode The unit will hold the internally selected frequency and will display distance, groundspeed and time-to-station.
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  • Page 304 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 6 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 6 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION The VM-1000 Electronic Powerplant Instrumentation system is a multi-channels engine monitoring system that provides the pilot...
  • Page 307 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 6 1.2 Specifications Weight: 2.5 Kg (5.5 lbs) Power Requirements: 20 29 VDC Channels: 20 channels (depending upon configuration)
  • Page 308 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES-OPERATION 4.2 TACHOMETER OPERATION The tachometer system provides both a full sweep graphic analog display and four place digital displays. When you start the engine you will see the analog graph rise in proportion to the engine speed.
  • Page 309 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 RPM Alert A warning alert activates whenever the engines redline is reached. The RPM display will flash until this condition is corrected.
  • Page 310 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.4 OIL SYSTEM OPERATION Both oil pressure and oil temperature are displayed continuously in two separate full sweep graphic and digital areas.
  • Page 311 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 engine oil cooling system performance. For new engine installations, you can take advantage of the high accuracy and repeatability for analyzing the engine oil cooler system efficiency.
  • Page 312 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 Fuel Flow is displayed both digitally and graphically. As fuel flow increases, the graph increases proportionately. The digital display provides tenth gallon resolution.
  • Page 313 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.7 ADDING FUEL TO THE FUEL COMPUTER WARNING ! IMPROPER USE OF THIS FEATURE WILL GIVE YOU INCORRECT FUEL 'REM' AND 'HRS' INFORMATION. INSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THIS SYSTEM BEFORE U S I N G I T I N F L I G H T.
  • Page 314 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 . Press 'BUTTON 4' until the ' ' indicator activates STEP 1 STEP 2. Press 'BUTTON 3 to add tens and 'BUTTON 5' to add ones to match the fuel that was pumped into the tank(s).
  • Page 315 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 . Fuel Flow is the default mode after powering up. This 'FUEL FLW' mode displays the fuel Oow in the appropriate Units Per Hour both digitally and graphically.
  • Page 316 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.9 CYLINDER ANALYZER SYSTEM OPERATION The engine analyzer system displays all cylinder information both graphically and digitally. Full color reference marks are provided for cylinder head green, yellow and redline temperatures.
  • Page 317 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 The default mode at power-up is 'PEAK DISPLAY MODE' (ex: 'P1' means EGT 1 leaned before any other during leaning mode, 'H3' means CHT 3 is the hottest).
  • Page 318 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 before you achieve leanest EGT, you can simply reinitialize by pressing 'BUTTON 1' twice which 're-arms' the Lean EGT mode and normalizes the graphs to the bottom again. Do not lean further if engine roughness occurs.
  • Page 319 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 AMPERAGE is displayed both graphically and digitally. Full color range marks provide a quick reference for fast analysis of amperage levels. As amperage rises, the graph size increases proportionately.
  • Page 320 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 Refer to FIGURE 6.: VM1000 QUICK REFERENCE'. WHEN TO USE “Autotrack”. - Activate during climb to alert you periodically as CHT Climb increases and to a decrease in manifold pressure.
  • Page 321 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 mixture condition. Allow the engine time to stabilize (i.e, engine temps and pressures, etc.). STEP 2 - Press 'BUTTON 3'. The 'Autotrack' indicator will activate in the display and the system will begin tracking the engine's performance from this point.
  • Page 322 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 4.13 FLIGHT DATA RECORDER SYSTEM OPERATION The Flight Data Recorder System comes standard with your VM- 1000 and is designed to allow you to review and record the performance of the engine and systems during each flight.
  • Page 323 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 HOW TO USE 'Flight Data Recorder': STEP -Press 'BUTTON 5'. The first set of data are flight minimums encountered (i.e., lowest fuel pressure, lowest voltage, amperage, etc.).
  • Page 324 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 area conducive to icing. The digital displays read out in 1 degree C increments to a maximum of 99 C and a minimum of -50 C. This is very useful for monitoring small changes in temperatures and for calculating temperature related parameters.
  • Page 325 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 The following page contains easy steps for initial setup and operation of your chronometer. 4.16 INITIAL CHRONOMETER SET UP You will want to set your chronometer's universal and locall time functions.
  • Page 326 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 the correct universal time.) SETTING LOCAL TIME: STEP 1 - With power on, place the selector switch in the 'straight up' position (between the 'RUN' and 'STOP' positions). The display should go blank.
  • Page 327 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 Move the selector to the 'LOC' position. The display will show LOCal time in hours, minutes and seconds. A distinct graphic pattern is also displayed to indicate that one of the two 'time' modes is active.
  • Page 328 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 (hours) and allowing each to increment up to the desired value, then quickly moving the selector to the next desired position. When this is completed, move the selector to 'STOP' to hold the current value.
  • Page 329 Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 forward or the 4 button to go backwards. When you see a category you want, press the T button to select it and again to see further information.

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    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 6 SA160 The fuel level system operates automatically, once the 'FUEL LEVEL SYSTEM CALIBRATION' has been performed. The indicator displays a left, center, and right digital read-out of the units of fuel remaining of up to 99 units per tank.

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    Symphony A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SECTION 7 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 7.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Factory installed optional equipment is included in the licensed weight and balance data in the paperwork delivered with the aircraft.
  • Page 332 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T Quebec, Canada LBA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Model SYMPHONY SA160 SUPPLEMENT 7 PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM This supplement must be inserted into Section 9 of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and TC Approved Airplane Flight Manual when a parking brake system has been installed.
  • Page 333 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 7 LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES The following Log of Effective Pages provides a listing of all effective pages in the Supplement, as well as the date of issue or revision.
  • Page 334 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 7 SA160 LIST OF REVISIONS Rev. Page Date Description Feb 25, 2005...
  • Page 335 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 7 SUPPLEMENT 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE GENERAL ......2 of 4 LIMITATIONS .
  • Page 336 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 7 SA160 SECTION 1 GENERAL 1.1 INTRODUCTION This aircraft is equipped with a parking brake system for an easier aircraft handling on ground.
  • Page 337 Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SA160 SUPPLEMENT 7 CAUTION ! CAUTION ! CAUTION ! If landing is made with the parking brake set, the brakes will maintain any pressure applied after touchdown.

  • Page 338: Ground Operation

    Symphony SECTION 9 A I R C R A F T A I R C R A F T SUPPLEMENT 7 SA160 control knob pushed in , check valves are mechanically held open allowing normal brake operation. When the knob is pulled out, the parking brake valve holds applied brake pressure, locking the brakes.

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