162 - SUPPLEMENTAL APPROVAL
Cessna 162 Skycatcher · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document provides supplemental approval for aftermarket installations on the Cessna Model 162 Light-Sport Aircraft. It outlines the necessary certifications for maintenance and installation, emphasizing the importance of adhering to weight and balance records. The document warns that the airplane must not exceed an empty weight of 894 pounds to comply with Special Light Sport Aircraft standards. It also references additional materials and manuals that should be consulted for proper installation and maintenance procedures.
- Maximum empty weight must not exceed 894 pounds.
- Review weight and balance records before installing aftermarket kits.
- Certification required for installations includes Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic or Repair Station certification.
- Consult the Model 162 Maintenance Manual for detailed procedures.
- Installation of certain vents may void window warranties.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.aircraftspruce.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Weight And Balance
- Year
- 2012
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 24 KB
- Publisher
- www.aircraftspruce.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Empty weight (lb)
- 894
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In this document
Weight and Balance Information
The document specifies that the Cessna 162 must not exceed an empty weight of 894 pounds. Before installing any aftermarket kit, it is crucial to review the airplane's weight and balance records to ensure compliance with this weight limit. Exceeding this weight may result in non-compliance with Special Light Sport Aircraft standards.
Certification Requirements
To perform the installations specified in this document, one of two types of certification is required: either an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic certification or a Repair Station certification. This ensures that the installations are carried out by qualified personnel.
Material Information
The document lists various aftermarket options available for the Cessna 162, including a Tanis Heater and different types of window vents. Each option includes part numbers, descriptions, and notes regarding installation and warranty implications.
Safety notes
- Exceeding 894 pounds empty weight results in non-compliance with Special Light Sport Aircraft standards.
Full document text
Light Sport MODIFICATION KIT August 15, 2012 MK162-25-06A TITLE 162 - SUPPLEMENTAL APPROVAL DESCRIPTION This document provides supplemental approval for aftermarket installations on the Cessna Model 162 Light-Sport Aircraft. APPROVAL Cessna approval has been obtained on technical data in this publication that affects airplane compliance to ASTM consensus standards. TYPE OF MAINTENANCE Heavy unless specified within the applicable aftermarket installation CERTIFICATION The applicable one of the following two types of certification is needed to accomplish the installation of the option specified in this document (unless one or the other is specified within the applicable aftermarket installation): • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic • Repair Station REFERENCE Model 162 Maintenance Manual Model 162 Illustrated Parts Catalog Garmin G300 Installation Manual (available on the World Wide Web/Internet at www.garmin.com in the "Dealers Only" section) NOTE: Make sure all publications used are complete and current. Refer to www.cessnasupport.com. NOTE: This information shall be considered an amendment to the Cessna Manufacturer's Service/Maintenance Manual. WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION WARNING: This airplane must not weigh more than 894 pounds Empty Weight. Before you install this kit, you must review the airplane's weight and balance records to make sure that the airplane will stay below 894 pounds Empty Weight after this kit is installed. Airplanes which weigh more than 894 pounds Empty Weight do not meet compliance standards for Special Light Sport Aircraft. Refer to applicable aftermarket installation for Weight & Balance Information. Original Issue: May 12, 2012 Page 1 of 2 To obtain satisfactory results, procedures specified in this publication must be accomplished in accordance with accepted methods and prevailing government regulations. Cessna Aircraft Company cannot be responsible for the quality of work performed in accomplishing the requirements of this publication. Cessna Aircraft Company, Customer Service, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277, U.S.A. (316) 517-5800, Facsimile (316) 517-7271 www.cessnasupport.com COPYRIGHT © 2012 MATERIAL INFORMATION NOTE: The options below are available from the authorized supplier as follows: NOTE: Continued airworthiness documents such as maintenance manual and pilot operating handbook supplements associated with the installation will be provided as part of the kit. Option Name Part Number Description Serial Effectivity Notes Tanis Heater TS02884-115 Engine Preheat System, 115 Volt, Skycatcher 16200001 and On 1. Contact Tanis for availability and pricing (available May of 2012) Vista Vent 13-03500 Window Vent 16200001 and On 1. Contact Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co for availability and pricing 2. Installation of this vent will void the window warranty Snap Vent CC3251 05-01179 Window Vent 16200001 and On 1. Contact Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co for availability and pricing 2. Installation of this vent will void the window warranty Snap Vent F325A 05-04088 Window Vent 16200001 and On 1. Contact Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co for availability and pricing 2. Installation of this vent will void the window warranty MK162-25-06A Page 2 August 15, 2012