Cessna 180 Skywagon — Pilot's Operating Handbook

This Supplemental Airplane Flight Manual is specifically designed for the Cessna 180J and 180K series floatplanes equipped with Aerocet 3400 amphibious seaplane floats. It provides essential information regarding limitations, procedures, and performance that are not included in the basic FAA-approved airplane markings and placards or the standard Airplane Flight Manual. This manual is crucial for pilots operating these modified aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and safe operational practices. It covers various aspects of flight operations, including emergency procedures, normal procedures, performance specifications, and weight and balance considerations. The manual emphasizes the importance of following specific guidelines when operating the aircraft in its floatplane configuration, particularly regarding weight distribution and emergency protocols.

• Stall speed (flaps up): 56 KCAS (64 MPH CAS)
• Stall speed (flaps down): 48 KCAS (55 MPH CAS)
• Maximum ramp weight: 2975 lbs
• Maximum takeoff and landing weight: 2950 lbs
• Emergency landing airspeed: 73 KIAS (flaps up), 68 KIAS (flaps down)