Cessna R172 Hawk XP — Normal Procedures

This document is an FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS) for the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot system installed in various Textron 172 series aircraft. It provides essential information for pilots operating these aircraft with the GFC 500 system, detailing normal procedures, emergency procedures, limitations, and performance data. The AFMS is designed to be used in conjunction with the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and must be attached to the POH when the GFC 500 is installed. It includes specific operating procedures, safety notes, and checklists to ensure safe and effective use of the autopilot system.

• The GFC 500 Autopilot is approved for Category 1 precision and non-precision approaches.
• Autopilot engagement is limited to speeds below 150 KIAS and flap positions no greater than 10 degrees.
• A pilot must be seated with the seatbelt fastened during autopilot operations.
• The maximum fuel imbalance with the autopilot engaged is 10 gallons.
• The autopilot must be disengaged below 200 feet AGL during approach operations.