Performance Data for Beechcraft C23 Sundowner

Standard Oil Company of California 8-36 *Paranox 160 and 165 *RT-451, RM-173E, RM-180E - *Shell Concentrate A Code 60068 *Aeroshell W120 *Aeroshell W80 *TX-6309 *Aircraft Engine Oil Premium AD120 *Aircraft Engine Oil Premium AD80 *PQ Aviation Lubricant 753 *Chevron Aero Oil Grade 120 * Esso Aviation Oil E-120 *Enco Aviation Oil E-120 *Esso Aviation Oil A-100 *Enco Aviation Oil A-100 *Esso Aviation Oil E-80 *Enco Aviation Oil E-80 *Chevron Aero Oil Grade 120 February 1979 BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 C23 (M-1285 and After) COMPONENT Exhaust System Magnetos Starter Alternator Oil Cooler Propeller Engine Driven Fuel Pump Exhaust Muffler & Shroud All Hose carrying flammable liquid Vacuum System Filter Vacuum Regulator Valve Vacuum Pump Fuel Boost Pump All Hose carrying flammable liquid All Hose not carrying flammable liquid Fuel Selector Valve Section VIII Handling, Serv - Maint OVERHAUL OR REPLACE 800 hours or on condition At engine overhaul (Bendix) 800 hours (Slick) Inspect at engine overhaul; overhaul or replace on condition On Condition On Condition (replace when contaminated) On Condition or 1000 hours At Engine Overhaul Inspect every 100 hours At engine overhaul or every 5 years. All other hoses on condition. Every 300 Hours On Condition At engine overhaul or on condition. FUEL SYSTEM Fuel System Check Valves Fuel Cell Drain Valve Wing Fuel Quantity Transmitters August, 1980 On condition At engine overhaul or every 5 years On Condition Inspect every 100 hours; overhaul on condition On Condition On Condition On Condition 8-41 Section VIII Handling, Serv - Maint COMPONENT BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 C23 (M-1285 and After) OVERHAUL OR REPLACE INSTRUMENTS Turn Coordinator On Condition Altimeter Every 24 months per FAA Directive (Inspect and calibrate) Directional Gyro Instrument Air On Condition On Condition Engine Indicator Units On Condition Airspeed Indicator Rate-of-Climb Indicator Fuel Quantity Indicator Fuel Pressure Indicator On Condition On Condition On Condition On Condition Tachometer Free Air Temperature Indicator On Condition On Condition Flap Position Indicator On Condition ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery Master Relay On Condition On Condition All other Relays Voltage Regulator Starter Relay On Condition On Condition O O BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 C23 (M-1285 and After) PARKING Section VIII Handling, Serv - Maint The parking brake push-pull control is located on the left side of the lower subpanel. To set the parking brakes, pull control out and depress the pilot's toe pedals until firm. Push the control in to release the brakes. CAUTION The parking brake should be left off and wheel chocks installed if the airplane is to be left unattended. Changes in ambient temperature can cause the brakes to release or to exert excessive pressures. CONTROL COLUMN LOCK PIN 1. Level the control wheel and move control column so the holes in the control column hanger and the control column will align to accept the pin. 2. Push the control column lock pin through the hole provided in the control column hanger and into the hole in the underside of the control column tube assembly. 3. Ensure positive retention of the lock pin by positioning the hook over the control column. FLAPS AND FLIGHT CONTROLS Flight Controls Stabilator Tab Actuator Flap Motor and Actuator Drive Assembly Flap Motor Brushes 8-42 On Condition On Condition On Condition On Condition February 1979 TIE-DOWN It is advisable to nose the airplane into the wind. Three tie- down lugs are provided:one on the lower side of each wing and a third at the rear of the fuselage. 1. Install the control column lock pin. February 1979 8-7 Section VII Handling, Serv - Maint BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 C23 (M-1285 and After) BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 C23 (M-1285 and After) ITEM MATERIAL Section VIII Handling, Serv - Maint SPECIFICATION 2. Chock the main wheels, fore and aft. . 3. Using nylon line or chain of sufficient strength, secure the airplane at the three points provided. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN; if the line at the rear of the fuselage is excessively tight, the nose may rise and produce lift due to the angle of attack of the wings. 4. Release the parking brake. If high winds are anticipated, a vertical tail post should be installed at the rear tie-down lug, and a tie-down line attached to the nose gear. ttt13. Lubricant, Rubber Seal Oakite 6 Compound tttt14. Lubricant, Silicone Krylon No. 1329 Spray 15. Lubricant, Fluorosilicone ****16. Engine Fuel Additive (or equivalent) Corning FS-1292 ALCOR TCP Concentrate JACKING Raise the individual gear for wheel and tire removal with a scissors jack under the axle. Refer to the BEECHCRAFT Shop Manual for proper procedures. jack. DO NOT enter the airplane while the airplane is on a wheel FLYABLE STORAGE - 7 TO 30 DAYS MOORING If the airplane cannot be placed in a hanger, tie down securely at the three points provided. Do not use hemp or manila rope. It is recommended a tail support be used to lightly compress the nose gear and reduce the angle of attack of the wings. Attach a line to the nose gear for addi- tional tie-down. 8-8 Revised: October 1979 *It is recommended that a straight mineral based (non-detergent) oil be used until the oil consump- tion has stabilized and then changed to an ashless dispersant oil for prolonged engine life. Avco Lycoming Specification Number 301E approved for use lubricating oils which conform to both MIL-L-6082B straight mineral type and MIL-L-22851 ashless dispersant lubricants for airplane engines. **If grade 91/95 (blue) fuel is not available, use 100 (green) or 100LL (blue). *** Mix with quick-evaporating liquid naptha and apply with a brush. ****Product of Alcor, Inc., San Antonio, Texas 78284 + Product of BRC Bearing Company, Wichita, Kansas tt In extremely cold climates, MIL-G-23827 grease should be used in place of MIL-G81322 grease. Care should be exercised when using either MIL-G-81322 or MIL-G-23827 grease, as they contain a rust-preventing additive which is harmful to paint. ttt Product of Oakite Products, Inc., Berkley Heights, N.J. tttt Product of Krylon Inc., Norristown, Pa. Revised: October 1979 8-35 Section VIII BEECHCRAFT Sundowner 180 Handling, Serv - Maint C23 (M-1285 and After) APPROVED ENGINE OILS COMPANY BRAND NAME Delta Petroleum Co., *Global Concentrate A Inc. Enjay Chemical Company *Paranox 160 and 165 Mobil Oil Corporation *RT-451, RM-173E, RM-180E Shell Oil Company *Shell Concentrate A Code 60068 Texaco Incorporated American Oil and Supply Co. Chevron Oil Company Humble Oil and Refining Co. Standard Oil Company of California 8-36 *Aeroshell W120 *Aeroshell W80 *TX-6309 *Aircraft Engine Oil Premium AD120 *Aircraft Engine Oil Premium AD80 *PQ Aviation Lubricant 753 *Chevron Aero Oil Grade 120 *Esso Aviation Oil E-120 *Enco Aviation Oil E-120 * Esso Aviation Oil A-100 *Enco Aviation Oil A-100 * Esso Aviation Oil E-80 *Enco Aviation Oil E-80 *Chevron Aero Oil Grade 120 February 1979 BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 SECTION IX SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 9-3 GENERAL 9-5 GENERAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION 9-7 Rules and Regulations 9-8 FAR, Part 39, Airworthiness Directives 9-9 Airman Information, Advisories, and Notices- FAA Airman's Information Manual 9-9 Advisory Information 9-10 GENERAL INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC TOPICS 9-11 Flight Planning 9-11 Inspections - Maintenance 9-12 Walk Around Inspections 9-14 Cockpit Checks 9-14 Flight Operations 9-15 General 9-15 Turbulent Weather 9-15 Flight in Turbulent Air 9-17 Flight in Icing Conditions 9-18 Mountain Flying 9-20 VFR Low Ceilings 9-21 VFR at Night 9-22 Vertigo Disorientation 9-22 C2 9-1 Section IX Safety Information, BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont'd) Stalls, Spins, and Slow Flight 9-23 Standard Procedure for Spin Recovery - Single Engine Beechcraft 9-25 Vortices Wake Turbulence 9-26 Take-Off and Landing Conditions 9-27 Medical Facts for Pilots 9-28 General 9-28 Fatigue 9-29 Hypoxia Alcohol 9-29 Hyperventilation 9-30 9-31 Drugs 9-32 Scuba Diving 9-32 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 9-32 C2 9-2 220 BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 INTRODUCTION Section IX Safety Information The best of engineering know-how and manufacturing craftsmanship have gone into the design and building of your BEECHCRAFT. Like any other high performance airplane, it operates most efficiently and safely in the hands of a skilled pilot. We urge you to be thoroughly familiar with the contents of your operating manuals, placards, and check list to insure maximum utilization of your airplane. When the airplane was manufactured, it was equipped with some combination of pilot's operating manual, airplane flight manual, owner's manual and placards. If the airplane has changed ownership, some of these may have been misplaced. If any are missing, replacements should be obtained from any BEECHCRAFT Aviation Center as soon as possible. For your added protection and safety, we have added this special section to the Pilot's Operating Handbook to refresh your knowledge of a number of safety subjects. You should review these subjects periodically. Topics in this section are mostly excerpts from FAA Documents and other articles pertaining to C2 9-3 Section IX Safety Information BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 the subject of safe flying. They are not limited to any particular make or model airplane and do not replace instructions for particular types of airplanes. Your BEECHCRAFT was designed and built to provide you with many years of safe and efficient transportation. By maintaining it properly and flying it prudently, you should realize its full potential. BEECH AIRCRAFT CORPORATION O BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 GENERAL Section IX Safety Information Flying is one of the safest modes of travel. Remarkable safety records are being established each year. As a pilot you are responsible to yourself, your relatives, to those who travel with you, to other pilots and to ground personnel to fly wisely and safely. The following material in this Safety section covers several subjects in limited detail. Here are some condensed Do's and Don'ts. DO'S Be thoroughly familiar with your airplane and be current in it, or get a check ride. Pre-plan all aspects of your flight weather. - including Use services available FSS, Weather Bureau, etc. Pre-flight your airplane. Use your check lists. Have more than enough fuel for takeoff, plus the trip, and a reserve. 9-4 C2 C2 25 9-5 Section IX Safety Information BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 Be sure your weight loading and C.G. are within limits. Be sure articles and baggage are secured. Check freedom of all controls. Maintain an appropriate airspeed in takeoff, climb, descent and landing. Avoid big airplane wake turbulence. Switch fuel tanks before you have to. Practice engine out, landing gear extension and other emergency procedures at safe altitudes and preferably with a check pilot. Keep your airplane in good mechanical condition. Stay informed and alert, fly in a sensible manner. BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 Section IX Safety Information Don't take off with less than minimum recommended fuel, plus reserves. Don't fly in a reckless, show off, careless manner. Don't fly in thunderstorms or severe weather. Don't fly in possible icing conditions unless airplane is approved and equipped; if you encounter icing conditions that are severe, alter altitude or course to minimize exposure. Don't fly close to mountainous terrain. Don't apply controls abruptly or with high forces that could exceed design loads of the airplane. Don't fly when physically or mentally under par. Don't trust to luck. DON'TS Don't takeoff with frost, ice or snow on the surfaces. GENERAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION There is a wealth of information available to the pilot created for the sole purpose of making your flying easier, faster, and safer. Take advantage of this knowledge and be prepared for an emergency 9-6 C2 C2 9-7 Section IX Safety Information BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 in the remote event that one should occur. You as a pilot also have certain responsibilities under government regulations. These again are designed for your own protection. Compliance is not only beneficial but mandatory. RULES AND REGULATIONS Federal Aviation Regulations, Part 91, General Operating and Flight Rules, is a document of law governing operation of aircraft and the owner's and pilot's responsibilities. This document covers such subjects as: Responsibilities and authority of the pilot in command Certificates required Liquor and drugs BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 Section IX Safety Information These are only some of the topics covered. It is the owner's and pilot's responsibility to be thoroughly familiar with all items in FAR Part 91 and to follow them. FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS, PART 39, AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES This document specifies that no person may operate a product to which an airworthiness directive issued by the FAA applies, except in accordance with the requirements of that airworthiness directive. AIRMAN INFORMATION, ADVISORIES, AND NOTICES FAA AIRMAN'S INFORMATION MANUAL This document contains a wealth of pilot information for nearly all realms of flight, navigation, ground procedures, and medical information. Among the subjects are: 9-8 Flight plans Pre-flight action Fuel requirements Flight rules Maintenance, preventative maintenance, alterations, inspections, and maintenance records C2 C2 Controlled Air Space Services Available to Pilots Radio Phraseology and Technique 9-9 Section IX Safety Information Airport Operations Clearances and Separations Pre-flight Departures IFR Enroute - IFR Arrival -IFR Emergency Procedures Weather Wake Turbulence Medical Facts for Pilots Bird Hazards Good Operating Practices Airport Location Directory BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 We urge all pilots to be thoroughly familiar with and use the information in this manual. ADVISORY INFORMATION Airmen can subscribe to services to obtain FAA NOTAMS and Airman Advisories, and these are also available at FAA Flight Service Stations. NOTAMS are documents that have information of a time-critical nature that would affect a pilot's decision to make a flight; for example, an airport closed, terminal radar out of service, enroute navigational aids out of service, etc. 9-10 C2 O BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 Section IX Safety Information GENERAL INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC TOPICS FLIGHT PLANNING FAR Part 91 requires that each pilot in command, before beginning a flight, familiarize himself with all available information concerning that flight. All pilots are urged to obtain a complete pre-flight briefing. This would consist of weather; local, enroute and destination, plus alternates, enroute navaid information. Also airport runways active, length of runways, take off and landing distances for the airplane for conditions expected should be known. The prudent pilot will review his planned enroute track and stations and make a list for quick reference. It is strongly recommended a flight plan be filed with Flight Service Stations even though the flight may be VFR. Also, advise Flight Service Stations of changes or delays of one hour or more and remember to close the flight plan at destination. The pilot must be completely familiar with the performance of the airplane and performance data in the airplane manuals and placards. The resultant C2 232 9-11 Section IX Safety Information BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 effect of temperature and pressure altitude must be taken into account in determining performance if not accounted for on the charts. Applicable FAA manuals must be aboard the airplane at all times including the weight and balance forms and equipment lists. The airplane must be loaded so as not to exceed the weight and the weight and balance loading center of gravity (c.g.) limitations. Also, that at least minimum fuel for takeoff is aboard and sufficient for the trip, plus reserves. Oil in the stank or engine should be checked and filled as required. INSPECTIONS - MAINTENANCE In addition to maintenance inspections and pre-flight information required by FAR Part 91, a complete pre-flight inspection is imperative. It is the responsibility of the owner and operator to assure that the airplane is maintained in an airworthy condition and proper maintenance records are kept. While the following items cannot substitute for the pre-flight specified for each type of airplane, they will serve as reminders of general items that should be checked. BEECHCRAFT C23 Sundowner 180 Section IX Safety Information SPECIAL CONDITIONS CAUTIONARY NOTICE Airplanes operated for Air Taxi or other than normal operation and airplanes operated in humid tropics or cold and damp climates, etc., may need more frequent inspections for wear, corrosion and/or lack of lubrication. In these areas periodic inspections should be performed until the operator can set his own inspection periods based on experience. NOTE The required periods do not constitute a guarantee that the item will reach the period without malfunction, as the aforementioned factors cannot be controlled by the manufacturer. Corrosion, and its effects, must be treated at the earliest possible opportunity. A clean dry surface is virtually immune to corrosion. Make sure that all drain holes remain unobstructed. Protective films and sealants help to keep corrosive agents from contacting metallic surfaces. Corrosion inspections should be made most frequently under 9-12 C2 C2 9-13