AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide
AVIAT HUSKY A-1 · Model Guide
Overview
The AVIAT HUSKY A-1 is a single-engine piston, tailwheel-type utility airplane, originally built by Christen Industries and later by Aviat. The documents show Lycoming O-360-C1G or O-360-A1P power, an 1800 lb maximum gross weight, and optional wheels or skis. This guide draws only on service bulletins, an ICA and one airplane's weight and balance report.
- Maximum gross weight is 1800 lbs. The example airplane (N2881P) has 563.7 lbs useful load on wheels and 553.5 lbs on skis.
- A gross weight increase to 1910 lbs is possible only on listed serial numbers, through Service Bulletin 14 and a Form 337.
- Check the logbooks for compliance with Service Bulletin 25 (intake box and control cable) and Service Bulletin 11 (elevator horns).
- Many modifications appear: remote oil filter, Hartzell propeller STC, aft stowage compartment. Verify paperwork for each.
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Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 49 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Aft baggage max (lb) ·
- 30
- Propeller diameter max (in) ·
- 80
- Aft stowage installation weight (lb) ·
- 10
- Normal category increased gross weight (lb) ·
- 1,910
Weight & balance
- Empty cg skis (in) ·
- 72.75
- Max gross weight (lb) ·
- 1,800
- Useful load skis (lb) ·
- 553.5
- Empty weight skis (lb) ·
- 1,246.5
- Empty cg wheels (in) ·
- 73.04
- Useful load wheels (lb) ·
- 563.7
- Empty weight wheels (lb) ·
- 1,236.3
What is the maximum gross weight of the AVIAT HUSKY A-1?
The example report for the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 (N2881P) lists 1800 lbs. SB 14 allows 1910 lbs Normal Category on listed serial numbers (1005, 1019, 1035, 1069, 1073, 1119, 1186 and 1307) after modifications and a Form 337.
How much can the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 carry?
On the example airplane, the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 shows 563.7 lbs useful load on wheels and 553.5 lbs on skis. Your airplane's figure depends on its own equipment, so check its current weight and balance.
Is there baggage space in the AVIAT HUSKY A-1?
An optional aft stowage compartment (kit A-1-571, SB 16) lets the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 carry up to 30 lbs behind the passenger compartment. It is accessed through the battery access door and does not change gross weight or CG limits.
Which mandatory inspections apply to the AVIAT HUSKY A-1?
For the AVIAT HUSKY A-1, SB 25 requires inspecting the engine intake box and control cable. SB 11 requires elevator horn inspection at each annual. Ask to see logbook entries and the compliance letters for both.
What is the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide?
The AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide is a model guide for the AVIAT HUSKY A-1, dated 2026.
What year was the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide published?
The AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide — the AVIAT HUSKY A-1 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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More AVIAT HUSKY A-1manuals & documents
- Service Bulletin No. 11 rev. AService Bulletins
- Weight and Balance Report Aviat A-1 Husky N2881PWeight & Balance
- INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS FOR AVIAT AIRCRAFT A-1, A-1A, A-1B, A-1C-180, A-1C-200Maintenance Manual
- Service Bulletin No. 25Service Bulletins
- Husky InstructionsParts Catalog
- SERVICE BULLETIN No. 16Service Bulletins
- SERVICE BULLETIN No. 14 AVIAT AIRCRAFT INC.Service Bulletins
- Husky A-1B Pilot's Operating HandbookPilot's Operating Handbook
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In this document
Weight, loading and gross weight options
The example airplane, N2881P serial 1011, shows 1236.3 lbs empty weight on wheels and 1246.5 lbs on skis. Maximum gross is 1800 lbs. SB 14 allows 1910 lbs Normal Category on listed serials only. It requires stabilizer strut kit A-1-538, ski gear and the A-1B tailspring. It adds 8.72 lbs. Operation up to 2100 lbs needs a Special Airworthiness Certificate, Restricted.
Engine, propeller and installed options
Documents cover Lycoming O-360-C1G and O-360-A1P engines. A remote-mount oil filter kit (AFC-K005) is approved for these. An STC Hartzell HC-C2YR-1N/NG8301-3 two-blade constant-speed propeller (80.0 inch maximum diameter) requires 8.50 X 6 or larger tires. The SB 16 aft stowage compartment (kit A-1-571) holds up to 30 lbs of baggage and weighs 10.0 lbs.
Service bulletins to verify
SB 25 (Rev A, 17 January 2010) is mandatory. It requires inspecting the engine intake box and control cable, because worn parts can fray, break and be ingested by the engine. Inspection is estimated at 2 hours. SB 11 Rev A (24 Sep 2021) requires an elevator horn inspection at each annual and a check that the stabilizers have no dihedral rigging.
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Safety notes
- SB 25: worn intake box or control cable parts can lead to engine failure if the engine ingests them. Confirm inspection or replacement and the compliance letter.
- SB 11: elevator horn cracks can grow to failure. Look for annual inspection entries and confirm the horizontal stabilizers are not rigged with dihedral.
- Flight between 1910 and 2100 lbs needs a Special Airworthiness Certificate, Restricted, plus extra inspections and flight envelope restrictions.
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Full document text
AVIAT HUSKY A-1 Model Guide The AVIAT HUSKY A-1 is a single-engine piston, tailwheel-type utility airplane, originally built by Christen Industries and later by Aviat. The documents show Lycoming O-360-C1G or O-360-A1P power, an 1800 lb maximum gross weight, and optional wheels or skis. This guide draws only on service bulletins, an ICA and one airplane's weight and balance report. • Maximum gross weight is 1800 lbs. The example airplane (N2881P) has 563.7 lbs useful load on wheels and 553.5 lbs on skis. • A gross weight increase to 1910 lbs is possible only on listed serial numbers, through Service Bulletin 14 and a Form 337. • Check the logbooks for compliance with Service Bulletin 25 (intake box and control cable) and Service Bulletin 11 (elevator horns). • Many modifications appear: remote oil filter, Hartzell propeller STC, aft stowage compartment. Verify paperwork for each. Weight, loading and gross weight options The example airplane, N2881P serial 1011, shows 1236.3 lbs empty weight on wheels and 1246.5 lbs on skis. Maximum gross is 1800 lbs. SB 14 allows 1910 lbs Normal Category on listed serials only. It requires stabilizer strut kit A-1-538, ski gear and the A-1B tailspring. It adds 8.72 lbs. Operation up to 2100 lbs needs a Special Airworthiness Certificate, Restricted. Engine, propeller and installed options Documents cover Lycoming O-360-C1G and O-360-A1P engines. A remote-mount oil filter kit (AFC-K005) is approved for these. An STC Hartzell HC-C2YR-1N/NG8301-3 two-blade constant-speed propeller (80.0 inch maximum diameter) requires 8.50 X 6 or larger tires. The SB 16 aft stowage compartment (kit A-1-571) holds up to 30 lbs of baggage and weighs 10.0 lbs. Service bulletins to verify SB 25 (Rev A, 17 January 2010) is mandatory. It requires inspecting the engine intake box and control cable, because worn parts can fray, break and be ingested by the engine. Inspection is estimated at 2 hours. SB 11 Rev A (24 Sep 2021) requires an elevator horn inspection at each annual and a check that the stabilizers have no dihedral rigging. Safety notes: • SB 25: worn intake box or control cable parts can lead to engine failure if the engine ingests them. Confirm inspection or replacement and the compliance letter. • SB 11: elevator horn cracks can grow to failure. Look for annual inspection entries and confirm the horizontal stabilizers are not rigged with dihedral. • Flight between 1910 and 2100 lbs needs a Special Airworthiness Certificate, Restricted, plus extra inspections and flight envelope restrictions.