Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Pilot's Operating Handbook

& Operating Procedures) 9 Rev. 3 FAA Approved iv April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR General Information SAFETY Your safety when operating this airplane is dependent on the airplane and you. Supervan Systems, Ltd. is committed to flight safety. The goal of the Supervan Systems team has been to design and build a safe, reliable engine modification for the Cessna Caravan that features excellent performance, efficiency, and capability. Although, the aircraft performs better in many areas, you should still respect all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES contained in both the original Cessna Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual, and those contained in this Airplane Flight Manual Supplement. You have the obligation to maintain and operate the airplane in a safe, professional, and conservative manner in accordance with Cessna approved Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual, approved Airplane Flight Manual Supplement, Maintenance Manual, Maintenance Manual Supplement, and company issued service information from either Cessna or Supervan Systems, Ltd. This will assure that the high level of safety we are both striving for is attained. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES The following definitions apply to WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES found throughout this supplement. WARNING CAUTION NOTE OPERATING PROCEDURES, TECHNIQUES, OR ETC., WHICH MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE IF NOT CAREFULLY FOLLOWED. OPERATION PROCEDURES, TECHNIQUES, OR ETC., WHICH MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT IF NOT CAREFULLY FOLLOWED. An operation procedure, technique, etc., which is considered essential to emphasize. Rev. 3 FAA Approved April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 SECTION 1: GENERAL Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General Table of Contents Three View. Introduction Descriptive Data... Engine Page 1-2 .1-3. 1-4 1-4 Propeller. 1-4 Fuel Oil....... 1-4 1-6 Maximum Certificated Weights. 1-6 Standard Airplane Weights .... .1-6 Cabin, Entry, Cargo Door and Compartment Dimensions. 1-7 Specific Loadings 1-7 Symbols, Abbreviations and Terminology 1-7 General Airspeed Terminology and Symbols 1-7 Meteorological Terminology... 1-7 Engine Power Terminology... 1-7 Airplane Performance and Flight Planning Terminology.. 1-8 Weight and Balance Terminology.. 1-8 Autopilot/Flight Director Terminology... 1-8 Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-1 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General 1 PASSENGER VERSION 41'.7" 20'-6" CARGO VERSION 15'-5 1/2" MAX NOTES 1. Dimensions shown are based on standard empty weight and proper inflation of nose and main gear tires. 2. Wing span 3. strobe lights. dimension Includes Maximum height shown with nose gear depressed as far as possible. 4. Wheel base length is 13' 9 1/2". 5. Wing area is 279.4 square feet. 6. Minimum turning radius ("pivot point to outboard wing tip strobe light) is 32′ - 8 5/8". CABIN SIDE WINDOWS AND THE RIGHT HAND AFT PASSENGER DOOR ARE NOT INSTALLED ON THE CARGO VERSION. * PIVOT POINT * MIVOT POINT 7. Hartzell propeller ground clearance with standard tires and nose gear fork: Nose tire inflated and nose gear barrel extended 3 5/8": 14 1/4". Nose tire deflated and nose strut fully compressed: 35/8" Hartzell propeller ground clearance with standard tires and extended nose gear fork: Nose tire inflated and nose gear barrel extended 8 5/8": 15 7/8" ·. Nose tire deflated and nose strut fully compressed: 7" Rev. 3 FAA Approved 52'.1" 109.5" (Hartzell) 11°-8" Figure 1-1. Three View 1-2 2685X1049 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General INTRODUCTION This handbook contains 9 sections, and includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot by Federal Aviation Regulations and additional information provided by Supervan Systems, Ltd. This handbook constitutes the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Supplement to the Cessna Model 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual (Cessna POH/AFM) when the aircraft is modified in accordance with STC SA10841SC. • WARNING THIS HANDBOOK IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A GUIDE FOR BASIC FLIGHT INSTRUCTION OR A FLIGHT TRAINING MANUAL AND SHOULD NOT BE USED AS ONE. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADEQUATE AND COMPETENT FLIGHT INSTRUCTION, PILOT SKILL, AND PILOT KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES, APPLICABLE FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS AND/OR ADVISORY CIRCULARS. ASSURING THE AIRWORTHINESS OF THE AIRPLANE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE AIRPLANE OWNER OR OPERATOR. DETERMINING IF THE AIRPLANE IS SAFE FOR FLIGHT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND. THE PILOT IS ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR ADHERING TO THE OPERATION LIMITATIONS SET FORTH BY INSTRUMENT MARKINGS, PLACARDS, AND THE CESSNA POH/AFM. Generally, information in this handbook is applicable to both cargo and passenger versions of the Model 208B. Some equipment differences exist between these versions, and specific versions are identified through use of the terms "Cargo Version" and "Passenger Version". When one of these terms appears in text or on an illustration, the information applies only to that group of airplanes. If no term appears, the information applies to all airplanes. Section 1 provides basic data and information of general interest. explanations of symbols, abbreviations, and terminology commonly used. It also contains definitions or Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-3 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 DESCRIPTIVE DATA Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General ENGINE Number of Engines: 1 Engine Manufacturer: Honeywell International, Inc. Engine Model Number: TPE331-12JR Engine Type: Direct drive, single-shaft engine utilizing two centrifugal compressors, an annular reverse- flow combustion chamber, three axial turbines, and a single exhaust. The engine drives the propeller through 26.2:1 reduction gearbox at the front of the engine. Horsepower: Flat rated at 900 shaft horsepower. PROPELLER Propeller Manufacturer: Hartzell Propeller, Inc Propeller Model Number: HC-B4TN-5QL/LT10890NK (de-ice), or HC-B4TN-5NL/LT10890N (non de-ice), or HC-B4TN-5QL/LT10891NK (de-ice), or HC-B4TN-5NL/LT10891N (non de-ice) Number of Blades: 4 Propeller Diameter Maximum: 109.5 inches. Minimum: 107.5 inches. Propeller Type: Constant-speed, full feathering, reversible, hydraulically-actuated aluminum-bladed propeller, with a feathered blade angle of +81.2°, a flight idle blade angle of +5.0° (±1.0º), and a maximum reverse blade angle of -12° (42-inch station). FUEL Fuel Type Honeywell Specification EMS53111 Freeze Class Point, C A -40 ASTM D1655 Kerosene Aviation Turbine EMS51112 A-1 ASTM D1655 Equivalent Grade/ Specification Type A A-1 Freeze Point, C -40 Additives NATO Anti-icing Anti-static Code Conditional Conditional -- Conditional Conditional | Fuel JP-8 -50 MIL-T-83133D JP-8 -50 Mandatory Mandatory F-34 Wide-Cut A -58 MIL-T-5624K JP-4 -58 Aviation Turbine EMS53113 Fuel B -49 ASTM D1655 -48 Mandatory Mandatory Conditional Conditional F-40 High Flash Kerosene, EMS53116 JP-5 -46 MIL-T-5624K JP-5 -46 Mandatory Mandatory F-44 Aviation Turbine Fuel Gasoline Aviation Type EMS53122 (Grade 100LL) ASTM D910 ASTM D910 80/87 100/130 -60 -60 Without Without Without Without F-12 F-18 Table 1-1, Approved Fuel Types Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-4 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 Alternate/Emergency Fuels Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General Aviation Fuel (All grades of military and commercial aviation gasoline). CAUTION Aviation gasoline (ASTM D910, Grade 80/87) is restricted to emergency use and shall not be used in excess of 1000 gallons per 100 hours of operation Aviation gasoline (ASTM D910, Grade 100/130 low lead or grade 100LL PPS EMS53122) is restricted to emergency use and shall not be used in excess of 250 gallons per 100 hours of operation. Total usage must be limited to 7000 gallons during any 3000-hour period. When mixing the above aviation gasolines, use this formula to set proportions of each grade during any overhaul period: Amount of Grade 100LL or 100/130 (gal) + 7000 (gal) Amount of Grade 80/87 (gal) <1 30,000 (gal) If 25 percent or more Avgas is used at any time, one quart of aviation grade mineral oil must be added to the mixture per 100 gallons of Avgas. Whenever any of the above fuels or combinations of the above fuels is changed, make engine speed and power checks prior to flight. Refer to the Honeywell TPE331-12JR maintenance manual for fuel trim, which may be needed to restore speed settings and/or maximum power. Approved Fuel Additives: Fuels without icing inhibitors may have MIL-I-27686E Fuel System Icing Inhibitor, or an equivalent inhibitor, added, but not in excess of 0.15 percent by volume. CAUTION JP-4 and JP-5 fuel per MIL-T-5624 contain the correct premixed quantity of an approved type of anti-icing fuel additive and no additional anti-ice compounds should be added. If additional anti-static protection is desired, the following additives are approved for use: Shell ASA3 (up to 300 conductivity units, but the additive should not exceed 1ppm) If additional biocidal protection is desired, the following additive is permitted for use in certain conditions. Sohio Biobor JF (270ppm maximum {20 ppm of elemental boron} may be used) Fuel Capacity (S/N 20800001 thru 20800130 Not Modified With SK208-52): Total Capacity: 335 U.S. gallons. Total Capacity Each Tank: 167.5 U.S. gallons. Total Usable: 331 U.S. gallons. Fuel Capacity (S/N 20800001 thru 20800130 Modified With SK208-52 and S/N 20800131 and higher): Total Capacity: 335.6 U.S. gallons. Total Capacity Each Tank: 167.8 U.S. gallons. Total Usable: 331 U.S. gallons. Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-5 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 OIL Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General Approved Lubricants Type Oil Mil- Specification Brand Name Type II Only MIL-L-23699 Mobil Jet Oil II BP (Exxon) 2380 Turbo Oil Chevron Jet Engine Oil No. 5 Stauffer Jet II Cal Tech RPM Jet Engine Oil No. 5 Castrol 205 Castrol 5000 Aeroshell/Royco Turbine Oil 500 Aeroshell/Royco Turbine Oil 560 Mobil 254 Table 1-2, Approved Engine Lubricants Oil Grade (Specification): Oil conforming to table 1-2 must be used. Total Oil Capacity: 10 U.S. quarts (including oil in filter, cooler and hoses). Drain and Refill Quantity: Approximately 8 U.S. quarts. Oil Quantity Operating Range: Fill to between FULL or ADD on dipstick. It takes approximately 1 U.S. quart from the ADD to FULL marks on the dipstick. To get an accurate reading, it is recommended to check the level with hot oil. WARNING ENSURE OIL FILLER CAP IS SECURELY INSTALLED. OPERATING THE ENGINE WITH THE FILLER CAP LOOSE WILL RESULT IN EXCESSIVE OIL LOSS AND EVENTUAL ENGINE STOPPAGE. MAXIMUM CERTIFICATED WEIGHTS No changes to type certificated weights. Compatibility with this engine modification and the APE I gross weight increase STC SA00188SE to 8950 Ibs and the APE II gross weight increase STC SA00392SE to 9062 lbs has been shown. If the aircraft has one of these STC kits installed, the aircraft can be operated at the associated gross weight under that STC, except for flight in known icing conditions. Refer to Supplement 1, Known Icing Equipment, SSL- KIS-208B-12JR, for weight limits during flight in known icing conditions. STANDARD AIRPLANE WEIGHTS Refer to new weight and balance accomplished during engine modification or later revision. Aircraft empty weights increase by approximately 90 lbs. Maximum useful loads decrease by approximately 100 lbs. Rev. 3 1-6 April 7, 2015 FAA Approved Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General CABIN, ENTRY, CARGO DOOR AND COMPARTMENT DIMENSIONS No changes SPECIFIC LOADINGS Wing Loading: 31.3 lbs/sq. ft. Power Loading: 9.72 lbs/shp SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY GENERAL AIRSPEED TERMINOLOGY AND SYMBOLS See Cessna POH/AFM METEOROLOGICAL TERMINOLOGY See Cessna POH/AFM ENGINE POWER TERMINOLOGY This section only references terms that are different from the OEM engine installation. Please reference the Cessna POH/AFM for any terms not included here. Beta Mode GCP FCM Hot Start EGT Max Climb Power Max Continuous Power Max Cruise Power SRL Takeoff Power Beta Mode is the engine operational mode in which propeller blade pitch is controlled by the power lever. A beta light can illuminate during landing under some conditions, but is not normally used during flight. Operation below the flight idle gate is prohibited in flight. GCP is the Generator Control Panel FCM is the Function Control Module Hot Start is an engine start, or attempted start, which results in an EGT exceeding 770°C. EGT signifies Exhaust Gas Temperature Max Climb Power, Max Continuous Power, and Max Cruise Power all utilize the same power setting on the Honeywell TPE331-12JR as installed in the Caravan. These all equate to either 100% torque, or 650°C EGT (SRL ON), whichever is reached first at 100% engine rpm. For SRL "off" temperatures, see Section 2, page 2-5. SRL is Single Red Line relating to the maximum exhaust gas temperature for takeoff and continuous operations with the SRL system operating, which is 650°C. Takeoff Power is the same as Maximum Continuous Power in this installation. It equates to either 100% torque, or 650°C EGT (SRL ON), whichever is reached first at 100% engine rpm and has no time limit. For SRL "off" temperatures, see Section 2, page 2-5. Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-7 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 AIRPLANE PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT PLANNING TERMINOLOGY See Cessna POH/AFM WEIGHT AND BALANCE TERMINOLOGY See Cessna POH/AFM AUTOPILOT/FLIGHT DIRECTOR TERMINOLOGY See Cessna POH/AFM Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 1: General Rev. 3 FAA Approved 1-8 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 SECTION 2: LIMITATIONS Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 2: Limitations TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Introduction .2-2 Airspeed Limitations.. .2-2 Airspeed Indicator Markings. .2-2 Power Plant Limitations.. .2-2 Engine Operating Limits. .2-4 Maximum Exhaust Gas Temperature Limits (Manual Mode) .2-5 Power Plant Instrument Markings .2-6 Miscellaneous Instrument Markings. .2-6 Preflight .2-6 Visual and Tactile Check.. .2-6 Maneuver Limits... Ignition Unit Duty Cycle. Electrical Limits Weight Limits.. Center of Gravity Limits. Flight Load Factor Limits Flight Crew Limits.... Kinds of Operation Limits Required Equipment.. Day VFR.. Night VFR. IFR..... Flight into Known Icing Cold Weather Operations. Fuel Limitations .. .2-7 .2-7 2-7 .2-7 2-7 .2-7 .2-7 .2-7 .2-7 2-7 .2-7 .2-8 .2-8 .2-8 .2-8 Maximum Operating Altitude.. 2-10 Outside Air Temperature Limits.. 2-10 Maximum Passenger Seating Limits. .2-10 Other Limitations. .2-10 Flap Limitations 2-10 Type II, Type III, or Type IV Anti-ice Fluid Takeoff Limitations. 2-10 Flight in Known Icing Visual Cues.. 2-10 Placards .2-11 Rev. 3 FAA Approved 2-1 24 April 7, 2015 Supervan Systems, Ltd. 8955 CR 135 Celina, Texas 75009 (972) 382-4402 INTRODUCTION Cessna 208B/TPE331-12JR Landplane Airplane Flight Manual Supplement SSL-FMS-208B-12JR Section 2: Limitations Section 2 includes the operating limitations, instrument markings, and basic placards necessary for the safe operation of the airplane, its engine, standard systems and standard equipment. WARNING THE LIMITATIONS INCLUDED IN THIS SECTION AND IN SECTION 9 HAVE BEEN APPROVED BY THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION. OBSERVATION OF THESE OPERATING LIMITATIONS IS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS. NOTE Operation in countries other than the United States may require the observance of other limitations, procedures, or performance data. Refer to Section 9 of this Airplane Flight Manual Supplement for amended operating limitations, procedures, performance data and other necessary information for supplemental systems. AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS No changes AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS No changes POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS Engine Manufacturer: Honeywell International, Inc. Engine Model Number: TPE331-12JR Engine Operating Limits: Refer to Table 2-1 Fuel Grade and Approved Fuel Additives: Refer to Fuel Limitations Oil Grade (Specification): Oil conforming to Honeywell International requirements must be used. Refer to Section 1 or 8 for a listing of approved oils. When adding oil, service the engine with the same type and brand which is currently being used in the engine. CAUTION DO NOT MIX TYPES OR BRANDS OF OIL. Propeller Manufacturer: Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Propeller Model Numbers: HC-B4TN-5QL/LT10890NK with de-ice HC-B4TN-5NL/LT10890N without de-ice HC-B4TN-5QL/LT10891NK with de-ice HC-B4TN-5NL/LT10891N without de-ice Rev. 3 FAA Approved 2-2 April 7, 2015