Beechcraft A36TC Bonanza — Normal Procedures

This document is an Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS) for the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot system installed in the Beechcraft Model 36, A36, A36TC, and B36TC aircraft. It provides essential information regarding the operation, limitations, and emergency procedures associated with the GFC 500 system. Pilots and flight crews are advised to use this supplement in conjunction with the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) to ensure safe and effective operation of the aircraft equipped with this autopilot system. The manual includes detailed procedures for normal operations, emergency situations, and specific limitations that must be adhered to during flight.

• Maximum autopilot engagement speed at or below 16,000' MSL: 195 KIAS (224 MPH IAS).
• Minimum autopilot engagement speed: 75 KIAS (86 MPH IAS).
• Autopilot must be disengaged below 200 feet AGL during approach operations.
• GFC 500 autopilot is approved for Category 1 precision and non-precision approaches only.
• Pilots must have specific Garmin pilot guides available during flight.