Airplane Flight Manual Supplement
Cessna 303 Crusader · Flight Manual
Overview
This document serves as an Airplane Flight Manual Supplement for the Cessna T303 Crusader, detailing the specifications and advantages of a new propeller system designed for this aircraft model. It outlines the benefits of the new propeller, including improved performance metrics such as reduced weight and increased speed, as well as compliance with noise regulations. The supplement is intended for pilots and maintenance personnel who require detailed information on the propeller system and its installation. It includes specifications, installation instructions, and continued airworthiness guidelines to ensure safe and effective operation of the aircraft with the new propeller system.
- Propeller weight is approximately 18 lbs less than the original.
- 10% shorter take-off distance over a 50 ft obstacle at MTOW, SL, ISA conditions.
- Propeller maximum diameter is 185 cm (72.8 inches) and minimum diameter is 180 cm (70.8 inches).
- Installed propeller and spinner weight is 65.2 kg (143.7 lbs).
- The propeller complies with German noise regulations for unrestricted airport operations.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.mcfarlaneaviation.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type ·
- Flight Manual
- Pages ·
- 1
- File size ·
- 308 KB
- Publisher ·
- www.mcfarlaneaviation.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Propeller ·
- MTV-14-D-C-F/CF(L)185-59b
- Engine model ·
- TCM (L)TSIO-520-AE
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 143.7
What is the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement?
The Airplane Flight Manual Supplement is a flight manual for the Cessna 303 Crusader.
How many pages is the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement?
The copy of the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement on file runs 1 pages.
Where does the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement come from?
This copy of the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement was originally published by www.mcfarlaneaviation.com and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Cessna 303 Crusader.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Propeller Advantages
The new propeller system offers several advantages, including superior vibration damping characteristics, reduced weight by approximately 18 lbs compared to the original propeller, and improved performance metrics such as a 10% shorter take-off distance over a 50 ft obstacle under maximum takeoff weight (MTOW), standard atmospheric conditions (SL, ISA). Additionally, the propeller complies with strict German noise regulations, making it suitable for unrestricted airport operations in Germany and other European countries.
Propeller Specifications
The propeller, designated MTV-14-D-C-F/CF(L)185-59b, features a milled single-piece aluminum hub and blades made from lightweight natural composite material. The maximum diameter of the propeller is 185 cm (72.8 inches), while the minimum diameter is 180 cm (70.8 inches). The total installed weight of the propeller and spinner is 65.2 kg (143.7 lbs). The time between overhaul (TBO) is subject to the latest service bulletin.
STC Kit Contents
The STC kit includes two 4-blade full feathering constant speed propellers, one full composite spinner, one Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (Doc. No.: E-2795), one installation instruction (Doc. No.: E-2796), one instruction for continued airworthiness (Doc. No.: E-2797), and one operation and installation manual (ATA 61-01-24, E-124). This comprehensive kit ensures that all necessary components and instructions are provided for the installation and maintenance of the new propeller system.
Full document text
Advantages: • Best vibration damping characteristics for almost vibration free propeller operations • Bonded on stainless steel leading edge for best erosion protection of the blades • Equal or better performance • Approximately 18 lbs less weight than the original propeller • Unlimited blade life • Significant inside and outside noise reductions • Increased ground clearance for less blade tip erosion • FOD repairable blades • 10% shorter take-off distance over 50 ft obstacle (MTOW, SL, ISA conditions) • 2-3 kts faster depending on altitude or power setting • The STC complies with the strict German noise regulations 2010– „Landeplatz Lärmschutz Verordnung“ for unrestricted airport operations in Germany and other European Countries STC Kit Contents: FAA STC: SA04039NY • Two 4-Blade Full Feathering Constant Speed Propeller MTV-14-D-C-F/CF(L)185-59b • One Full Composite Spinner (AFRP) P-1501 • One Airplane Flight Manual Supplement Doc. No.: E-2795 • One Installation Instruction Doc. No.: E-2796 • One Instruction For Continued Airworthiness Doc. No.: E-2797 • One Operation and Installation Manual ATA 61-01-24 (E-124) Propeller Specifications: • Full Propeller Designation MTV-14-D-C-F/CF(L)185-59b • Propeller Hub MTV-14-D-C-F Milled single-piece aluminum hub • Blade CF(L)185.59b • Blade Design Scimitar, light-weight natural composite • Installed Propeller & Spinner Weight / De-Ice 65,2 kg (143.7 lbs) • Maximum Diameter 185 cm (72.8 inch) • Minimum Diameter 180 cm (70.8 inch) • TBO According to SB 1 ( ) latest issue Replaces: Existing McCauley full feathering constand speed propellers with appropriate Spinners and Governors. Optionally MTP - Governors can be used. Cessna T303 T303 “Crusader” Engine: TCM (L)TSIO-520-AE To learn more about this prop 866-717-1117 www.Flight-Resource.comcom A Division of World’s Largest MT-Propeller Distributor For other products 800-544-8594 www.McFarlaneAviation.com