Garmin Gfc 700 Afcs (If Installed) - Cessna SkyHawk SP 172S Operating Handbook

CESSNA
MODEL 172S NAV Ill
GFC 700 AFCS
SECTION 2
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
G1000 LIMITATIONS
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The COM 1/2 (split COM) function of the Audio Panel is not approved
for use. During COM 1/2 operation, transmission by one crew member
inhibits reception by the other crew member.
The fuel quantity, fuel used and fuel remaining functions of the G1 000
are supplemental information only and must be verified by the pilot.
GARMIN GFC 700 AFCS
(if installed)
1. The GFC 700 AFCS preflight test must be successfully
completed prior to use of the autopilot, flight director or manual
electric trim.
2. A pilot, with the seat belt fastened, must occupy the left pilot's
seat during all autopilot operations.
3. The autopilot must be off during all takeoff and landings.
4. Autopilot maximum engagement speed- 150 KIAS.
Autopilot minimum engagement speed- 70 KIAS.
Electric Trim maximum operating speed - 163 KIAS.
5. Maximum fuel imbalance with autopilot engaged - 90 pounds.
6. The autopilot must be disengaged below 200 feet AGL during
approach operations and below 800 feet AGL during all other
operations.
7. ILS approaches using the autopilot/flight director are limited to
Category I approaches only.
8. Use of the autopilot is prohibited when the audio panel is
inoperative (since the aural alert will not be provided when
autopilot is disengaged).
9. Use of the autopilot is prohibited when conducting missed
approach procedures until an established rate of climb that
ensures all altitude requirements of the procedure will be met.
FAA APPROVED
172SPHBUS-OO
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