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PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL for the CIRRUS DESIGN SR20

Cirrus SR20 · Pilot's Operating Handbook

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Overview

This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is designed for the Cirrus SR20 aircraft, specifically for serial numbers 2220, 2339, and subsequent models equipped with the Cirrus Perspective+ Avionics System. It serves as a comprehensive guide for pilots, providing essential operational procedures, performance data, and maintenance information necessary for safe and efficient flight operations. The manual is FAA approved and must be kept in the aircraft at all times. It includes mandatory compliance information as per FAA regulations, ensuring that pilots are well-informed about the aircraft's capabilities and limitations.

  • Maximum Gross Weight for Takeoff: 3150 lb (1429 kg)
  • Total Fuel Capacity: 58.5 U.S. Gallons (221.0 L)
  • Horsepower Rating: 215 HP @ 2700 RPM
  • Engine Type: Lycoming IO-390-C3B6, 4-cylinder
  • Maximum Baggage Compartment Loading: 130 lb (59 kg)
  • Best Glide Speed (VG): Specific value not provided, refer to performance data
  • Emergency procedures must be followed in critical situations.

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Pilot's Operating Handbook
Year
2019
Pages
334
File size
6.2 MB
Publisher
www.lakeelmoaero.com
How rare is it?
1,841Cirrus SR20 registered worldwide · 1,592 active

Common. One of the most common aircraft types we track.

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In this document

General Information

This section provides an overview of the Cirrus SR20, including its design, engine specifications, and operational characteristics. It covers the aircraft's dimensions, weight limits, and fuel requirements, ensuring pilots understand the basic operational parameters.

Limitations

The limitations section outlines critical operational limits for the SR20, including maximum takeoff weight, landing weight, and fuel capacity. Understanding these limitations is crucial for safe flight operations.

Emergency Procedures

This section details the emergency procedures that pilots must follow in various situations, including engine failure, electrical malfunctions, and other critical scenarios. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to these procedures to ensure safety.

Performance Data

The performance data section provides essential information on the aircraft's performance capabilities, including takeoff and landing distances, climb rates, and fuel consumption rates. This data is vital for flight planning and operational efficiency.

Weight and Balance

This section explains the weight and balance considerations for the SR20, including how to calculate the center of gravity and ensure the aircraft is loaded within safe limits.

Systems Description

The systems description section provides an overview of the aircraft's systems, including the avionics, electrical, and fuel systems. Understanding these systems is essential for effective operation and troubleshooting.

Handling and Servicing

This section outlines the procedures for handling and servicing the SR20, including preflight checks, fueling procedures, and maintenance requirements.

Safety Information

The safety information section includes warnings, cautions, and notes that highlight important operational considerations and best practices for flying the SR20.

Safety notes

  • All limitations and procedures in this POH are mandatory for compliance with FAA operating rules.
  • Warnings are used to indicate procedures that may result in personal injury or loss of life if not followed.

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P/N 11934-005 Cover Page-i PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL for the CIRRUS DESIGN SR20 Aircraft Serials 2220, 2339 and Subsequent with Cirrus Perspective+ Avionics System FAA Approved in Normal Category based on 14 CFR 23. This document must be carried in the airplane at all times and be kept within the reach of the pilot during all flight operations. THIS MANUAL INCLUDES THE MATERIAL REQUIRED TO BE FURNISHED TO THE PILOT BY 14 CFR 23 AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY CIRRUS AIRCRAFT AND CONSTITUTES THE FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL. Model - Serial #: Registration #: Reissue A Cover Page-ii P/N 11934-005 Copyright © 2019 - All Rights Reserved Cirrus Design Corporation 4515 Taylor Circle Duluth, MN 55811 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN A IRPLANE FLIGHT M ANUAL SR20 L IST O F E FFECTIVE PAGES List of Effective Pages Use this page to determine the current effective date for each page in the AFM. Supplements are issued individually and are controlled by the Log of Supplements Page in Section 9. Dates of original issue and revised pages are: Page Status Page Status Page Status P/N 11934-005 LOEP-1 Reissue A ............... ................... 15 Jan 2020 CoverPage-i Reissue A CoverPage-ii Reissue A LOEP-1 Reissue A LOEP-2 Reissue A LOEP-3 Reissue A LOEP-4 Reissue A Frontmatter-1 Reissue A Frontmatter-2 Reissue A Frontmatter-3 Reissue A Frontmatter-4 Reissue A 1-1 Reissue A 1-2 Reissue A 1-3 Reissue A 1-4 Reissue A 1-5 Reissue A 1-6 Reissue A 1-7 Reissue A 1-8 Reissue A 1-9 Reissue A 1-10 Reissue A 1-11 Reissue A 1-12 Reissue A 1-13 Reissue A 1-14 Reissue A 2-1 Reissue A 2-2 Reissue A 2-3 Reissue A 2-4 Reissue A 2-5 Reissue A 2-6 Reissue A 2-7 Reissue A 2-8 Reissue A 2-9 Reissue A 2-10 Reissue A 2-11 Reissue A 2-12 Reissue A 2-13 Reissue A 2-14 Reissue A 2-15 Reissue A 2-16 Reissue A 2-17 Reissue A 2-18 Reissue A 2-19 Reissue A 2-20 Reissue A 2-21 Reissue A 2-22 Reissue A 2-23 Reissue A 2-24 Reissue A 2-25 Reissue A 2-26 Reissue A 2-27 Reissue A 2-28 Reissue A 2-29 Reissue A 2-30 Reissue A 3-1 Reissue A 3-2 Reissue A 3-3 Reissue A 3-4 Reissue A 3-5 Reissue A 3-6 Reissue A 3-7 Reissue A 3-8 Reissue A 3-9 Reissue A 3-10 Reissue A 3-11 Reissue A 3-12 Reissue A 3-13 Reissue A 3-14 Reissue A 3-15 Reissue A 3-16 Reissue A 3-17 Reissue A 3-18 Reissue A 3-19 Reissue A 3-20 Reissue A 3-21 Reissue A 3-22 Reissue A 3-23 Reissue A 3-24 Reissue A 3-25 Reissue A 3-26 Reissue A 3-27 Reissue A 3-28 Reissue A 3-29 Reissue A 3-30 Reissue A 3-31 Reissue A 3-32 Reissue A 3-33 Reissue A 3-34 Reissue A 3-35 Reissue A 3-36 Reissue A 3-37 Reissue A 3-38 Reissue A 3-39 Reissue A 3-40 Reissue A 3A-1 Reissue A 3A-2 Reissue A 3A-3 Reissue A 3A-4 Reissue A 3A-5 Reissue A 3A-6 Reissue A 3A-7 Reissue A 3A-8 Reissue A 3A-9 Reissue A 3A-10 Reissue A 3A-11 Reissue A 3A-12 Reissue A 3A-13 Reissue A 3A-14 Reissue A 3A-15 Reissue A 3A-16 Reissue A 3A-17 Reissue A 3A-18 Reissue A 3A-19 Reissue A 3A-20 Reissue A 3A-21 Reissue A 3A-22 Reissue A 3A-23 Reissue A 3A-24 Reissue A 4-1 Reissue A 4-2 Reissue A Reissue A LOEP-2 P/N 11934-005 CIRRUS DESIGN A IRPLANE F LIGHT M ANUAL SR20 L IST O F E FFECTIVE PAGES List of Effective Pages (Cont.) Page Status Page Status Page Status 4-3 Reissue A 4-4 Reissue A 4-5 Reissue A 4-6 Reissue A 4-7 Reissue A 4-8 Reissue A 4-9 Reissue A 4-10 Reissue A 4-11 Reissue A 4-12 Reissue A 4-13 Reissue A 4-14 Reissue A 4-15 Reissue A 4-16 Reissue A 4-17 Reissue A 4-18 Reissue A 4-19 Reissue A 4-20 Reissue A 4-21 Reissue A 4-22 Reissue A 4-23 Reissue A 4-24 Reissue A 4-25 Reissue A 4-26 Reissue A 4-27 Reissue A 4-28 Reissue A 5-1 Reissue A 5-2 Reissue A 5-3 Reissue A 5-4 Reissue A 5-5 Reissue A 5-6 Reissue A 5-7 Reissue A 5-8 Reissue A 5-9 Reissue A 5-10 Reissue A 5-11 Reissue A 5-12 Reissue A 5-13 Reissue A 5-14 Reissue A 5-15 Reissue A 5-16 Reissue A 5-17 Reissue A 5-18 Reissue A 5-19 Reissue A 5-20 Reissue A 5-21 Reissue A 5-22 Reissue A 5-23 Reissue A 5-24 Reissue A 5-25 Reissue A 5-26 Reissue A 5-27 Reissue A 5-28 Reissue A 5-29 Reissue A 5-30 Reissue A 5-31 Reissue A 5-32 Reissue A 5-33 Reissue A 5-34 Reissue A 5-35 Reissue A 5-36 Reissue A 5-37 Reissue A 5-38 Reissue A 5-39 Reissue A 5-40 Reissue A 6-1 Reissue A 6-2 Reissue A 6-3 Reissue A 6-4 Reissue A 6-5 Reissue A 6-6 Reissue A 6-7 Reissue A 6-8 Reissue A 7-1 Reissue A 7-2 Reissue A 7-3 Reissue A 7-4 Reissue A 7-5 Reissue A 7-6 Reissue A 7-7 Reissue A 7-8 Reissue A 7-9 Reissue A 7-10 Reissue A 7-11 Reissue A 7-12 Reissue A 7-13 Reissue A 7-14 Reissue A 7-15 Reissue A 7-16 Reissue A 7-17 Reissue A 7-18 Reissue A 7-19 Reissue A 7-20 Reissue A 7-21 Reissue A 7-22 Reissue A 7-23 Reissue A 7-24 Reissue A 7-25 Reissue A 7-26 Reissue A 7-27 Reissue A 7-28 Reissue A 7-29 Reissue A 7-30 Reissue A 7-31 Reissue A 7-32 Reissue A 7-33 Reissue A 7-34 Reissue A 7-35 Reissue A 7-36 Reissue A 7-37 Reissue A 7-38 Reissue A 7-39 Reissue A 7-40 Reissue A 7-41 Reissue A 7-42 Reissue A 7-43 Reissue A 7-44 Reissue A 7-45 Reissue A 7-46 Reissue A 7-47 Reissue A 7-48 Reissue A 7-49 Reissue A 7-50 Reissue A 7-51 Reissue A 7-52 Reissue A 7-53 Reissue A 7-54 Reissue A 7-55 Reissue A 7-56 Reissue A 7-57 Reissue A 7-58 Reissue A 7-59 Reissue A 7-60 Reissue A 7-61 Reissue A 7-62 Reissue A 7-63 Reissue A 7-64 Reissue A 7-65 Reissue A 7-66 Reissue A 7-67 Reissue A 7-68 Reissue A 7-69 Reissue A 7-70 Reissue A 7-71 Reissue A 7-72 Reissue A 7-73 Reissue A 7-74 Reissue A 7-75 Reissue A 7-76 Reissue A 7-77 Reissue A 7-78 Reissue A 7-79 Reissue A 7-80 Reissue A 7-81 Reissue A 7-82 Reissue A 7-83 Reissue A 7-84 Reissue A 7-85 Reissue A 7-86 Reissue A 7-87 Reissue A 7-88 Reissue A 7-89 Reissue A 7-90 Reissue A 7-91 Reissue A Reissue A

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P/N 11934-005 LOEP-3 CIRRUS DESIGN A IRPLANE F LIGHT M ANUAL SR20 L IST O F E FFECTIVE PAGES List of Effective Pages (Cont.) Page Status Page Status Page Status 7-92 Reissue A 7-93 Reissue A 7-94 Reissue A 7-95 Reissue A 7-96 Reissue A 8-1 Reissue A 8-2 Reissue A 8-3 Reissue A 8-4 Reissue A 8-5 Reissue A 8-6 Reissue A 8-7 Reissue A 8-8 Reissue A 8-9 Reissue A 8-10 Reissue A 8-11 Reissue A 8-12 Reissue A 8-13 Reissue A 8-14 Reissue A 8-15 Reissue A 8-16 Reissue A 8-17 Reissue A 8-18 Reissue A 8-19 Reissue A 8-20 Reissue A 8-21 Reissue A 8-22 Reissue A 8-23 Reissue A 8-24 Reissue A 8-25 Reissue A 8-26 Reissue A 8-27 Reissue A 8-28 Reissue A 8-29 Reissue A 8-30 Reissue A 8-31 Reissue A 8-32 Reissue A 9-1 Reissue A 9-2 Reissue A 10-1 Reissue A 10-2 Reissue A 10-3 Reissue A 10-4 Reissue A 10-5 Reissue A 10-6 Reissue A 10-7 Reissue A 10-8 Reissue A 10-9 Reissue A 10-10 Reissue A Reissue A LOEP-4 P/N 11934-005 CIRRUS DESIGN A IRPLANE F LIGHT M ANUAL SR20 L IST O F E FFECTIVE PAGES Reissue A Intentionally Left Blank CIRRUS DESIGN FRONTMATTER SR20 FOREWORD P/N 11934-005 Frontmatter-1 Foreword This Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) has been prepared by Cirrus to familiarize operators with the aircraft. Read this POH carefully. It provides operational procedures that will ensure the operator obtains the perfor- mance published in the manual, data designed to allow the most efficient and safe use of the airplane, and basic information to assist in maintaining the airplane in airworthy condition. • N OTE • All limitations, procedures, maintenance & servicing require- ments, and performance data contained in this POH are manda- tory for compliance with FAA operating rules and for continued airworthiness of the airplane. This POH includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) and additional information provided by Cirrus and constitutes the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual for the aircraft. The Pilot’s Operating Handbook This POH has been prepared using GAMA Specification #1 for Pilot’s Operating Handbook, Revision 2, dated 18 October 1996 as the content model and format guide. However, some deviations from this specification were made for clarity. The POH is presented in loose-leaf form for ease in inserting revisions and is sized for convenient storage. Tabbed dividers throughout the POH allow quick reference to each section. Logical and convenient Tables of Contents are located at the beginning of each section to aid in locating specific data within that section. The POH is divided into ten sections as follows: Section 1 ........................................................................................ General Section 2 ..................................................................................Limitations Section 3 ..............................................................Emergency Procedures Section 3A ............................................................ Abnormal Procedures Section 4 ....................................................................Normal Procedures Section 5 ...................................................................... Performance Data Section 6 ...................................................................Weight and Balance Section 7 .................................................................. Systems Description Section 8 .............................................................Handling and Servicing Section 9 ................................................................... Log of Supplements Section 10 ................................................................... Safety Information Reissue A FRONTMATTER CIRRUS DESIGN FOREWORD SR20 Frontmatter-2 P/N 11934-005 The data presented in this POH is the result of extensive flight tests and is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration. However, as new proce- dures or performance data are developed, the POH will be revised. • N OTE • It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that the Pilot’s Oper- ating Handbook is current at all times. Therefore, it is very important that all revisions be properly incorporated into this POH as soon as they become available. Revising the Pilot’s Operating Handbook Two types of revisions may be issued for this Handbook: Temporary and Numbered. Temporary revisions are printed on yellow paper, normally cover only one topic or procedure, and are issued to provide safety related information in a timely manner. All the information needed to properly file a temporary revision is included on the revision itself. Typically, a temporary revision is superseded and replaced by the next numbered revision. Numbered revisions are printed on white paper, normally cover several subjects, and are issued as general updates to the POH. Each numbered revision includes an “Instruction Sheet”, a “List of Effective Pages”, and a “Revision Highlights” page. The “Instruction Sheet” is intended to assist the manual holder in removing superseded pages and inserting new or superseding pages. The “List of Effective Pages” shows the issue or revision status of all pages in the POH. The “Revision Highlights” page gives a brief description of changes made to each page in the current revision. Identifying Revised Material Each page in the POH has revision identification at the lower inside corner opposite the page number. Original issue pages will be identified by the words “Original Issue” at this location. In the event that the majority of pages in the POH are revised, Cirrus may determine that it is more effective to reissue the POH. Reissued pages will be identified by the word “Reissue” followed by a letter indicating the reissue level; for example, “Reissue A”. Revised pages will be identified by the word “Revision” followed by the revision number at this location; for example, “Revision 2” (Original Issue, Revision 2) or “Revision B1” (Reissue B, Revision 1). Revised material on a page can be identified by a change bar located at the outside page margin. Revision bars are not used at reissues of the POH. Revisions to the Pilot’s Operating Handbook POH revisions, temporary revisions, and supplements can be downloaded from Cirrus at www.cirrusaircraft.com, or from the Authorized Service Center website. Paper copies of POH revisions and supplements can be purchased from Cirrus Connection at www.cirrusconnection.com. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN FRONTMATTER SR20 SUPPLEMENTS P/N 11934-005 Frontmatter-3 Supplements The Supplements section (Section 9) of this POH contains FAA Approved Supplements necessary to safely and efficiently operate the airplane when equipped with optional equipment not provided with the standard airplane or not included in the POH. Supplements are essentially “mini-handbooks” and may contain data corresponding to most sections of the POH. Data in a supplement either adds to, supersedes, or replaces similar data in the basic POH. Section 9 includes a “Log of Supplements” page preceding all Cirrus Supplements produced for this airplane. The “Log of Supplements” page can be utilized as a “Table of Contents” for Section 9. If the airplane is modified at a non-Cirrus facility through an STC or other approval method, it is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the proper supple- ment, if applicable, is installed in the POH and that the supplement is prop- erly recorded on the “Log of Supplements” page. FAA Approved POH Supplements must be in the airplane for flight oper- ations when the subject optional equipment is installed or the special oper- ations are to be performed. Retention of Data In the event a new title page is issued, the weight and balance data changes, the equipment list changes, or the “Log of Supplements” is replaced, the owner must ensure that all information applicable to the airplane is trans- ferred to the new pages and the aircraft records are current. It is not a requirement that owners retain information, such as supplements, that is not applicable to their airplane. In the event a new POH is purchased, the owner must ensure that all infor- mation applicable to the airplane is transferred to the new POH and the aircraft records are current. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are used throughout this POH to focus attention on special conditions or procedures as follows: • WARNING • Warnings are used to call attention to operating procedures which, if not strictly observed, may result in personal injury or loss of life. • CAUTION • Cautions are used to call attention to operating procedures which, if not strictly observed, may result in damage to equipment. • N OTE • Notes are used to highlight specific operating conditions or steps of a procedure. Reissue A FRONTMATTER CIRRUS DESIGN WARNINGS, C AUTIONS, AND NOTES SR20 Frontmatter-4 P/N 11934-005 Reissue A Intentionally Left Blank P/N 11934-005 1-1 CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 Section 1: General Table of Contents Introduction.......................................................................................... 3 The Airplane ........................................................................................ 7 Engine ............................................................................................... 7 Propeller ............................................................................................ 7 Hartzell ............................................................................................ 7 Fuel ................................................................................................... 7 Approved Fuel Grades .................................................................... 7 Oil ...................................................................................................... 8 Maximum Certificated Weights.......................................................... 8 Cabin and Entry Dimensions............................................................. 8 Baggage Spaces and Entry Dimensions........................................... 8 Specific Loadings .............................................................................. 8 Terminology....................................................................................... 9 Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN SR20 1-2 P/N 11934-005 Reissue A Intentionally Left Blank CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 1-3 Introduction This section contains information of general interest to pilots and owners. You will find the information useful in acquainting yourself with the airplane, as well as in loading, fueling, sheltering, and handling the airplane during ground operations. Additionally, this section contains definitions or explanations of symbols, abbreviations, and terminology used throughout this Handbook. • N OTE • For specific information regarding the organization of this Hand- book, revisions, supplements, and procedures to be used to obtain publications, see the “Foreword” section. All liquid volumes referenced in this publication are expressed in United States Customary Units, e.g., U.S. Gallons. Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN I NTRODUCTION SR20 1-4 P/N 11934-005 Figure 1-1: Airplane Three View 74 inches 3-BLADE 188 cm 38.3 ft 11.67 m 9.1 ft 2.8 m 26.0 ft 7.92 m 8.9 ft 2.71 m NOTE: • Wing span includes position and strobe lights. SR20_FM01_5314 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 1-5 Figure 1-2: Airplane Interior Dimensions Location Length Width Height Volume Cabin 122” 49.3” 49.7” 137 cu ft Baggage Compartment 36” 39.8” 38.5” 32 cu ft 39.8" 49.3" 240 220 200 180 160 140 120 16.0" 49.7" 27.0" 38.5" FS 10.5" 33.4" 39.0" 20.0" 33.3" 32.0" SR20_FM01_5316 100 222 CABIN DOOR OPENING BAGGAGE DOOR OPENING 20.0" 21.0" 5.0" Station Fuselage Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN I NTRODUCTION SR20 1-6 P/N 11934-005 Figure 1-3: Turning Radius 9.1 ft. (2.77 m) 0.5 ft. (0.15 m) 24.3 ft. (7.41 m) 7.0 ft. (2.16 m) RADIUS FOR NOSE GEAR RADIUS FOR OUTSIDE GEAR RADIUS FOR INSIDE GEAR RADIUS FOR WING TIP TURNING RADII ARE CALCULATED USING ONE BRAKE AND PARTIAL POWER. ACTUAL TURNING RADIUS MAY VARY AS MUCH AS THREE FEET. GROUND TURNING CLEARANCE SR20_FM01_5398 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 T HE A IRPLANE P/N 11934-005 1-7 The Airplane Engine Number of Engines ............................................................................................ 1 Number of Cylinders ......................................................................................... 4 Engine Manufacturer ...........................................................Lycoming Engines Engine Model .................................................................................IO-390-C3B6 Engine Metering .............................................................................Fuel Injected Engine Cooling .................................................................................. Air Cooled Engine Type........................................... .Horizontally Opposed, Direct Drive Horsepower Rating.......................................................... 215 HP @ 2700 RPM Propeller Hartzell Propeller Type............................................................................Constant Speed Three-Blade Propeller, Metal (Standard): Model Number......................................................... HC-E3YR-1RF/F7392S-1 Diameter ....................................................................... 74.0” (73.0” Minimum) Refer to Section 2, Powerplant Limitations for servicing limitations. Three-Blade Propeller, Composite (Optional): Model Number............................................................... 3C1-R919A1/76C03-2 Diameter .................................................................................... 74.0” Minimum Fuel Total Capacity .........................................................58.5 U.S. Gallons (221.0 L) Total Usable ............................................................56.0 U.S. Gallons (212.0 L) Approved Fuel Grades 100 LL Grade Aviation Fuel (Blue) 100 (Formerly 100/130) Grade Aviation Fuel (Green) Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN THE A IRPLANE SR20 1-8 P/N 11934-005 Oil Oil Capacity (Sump)......................................................... 7 U.S. Quarts (6.6 L) Refer to Section 2, Powerplant Limitations, for approved oil grades. Maximum Certificated Weights Maximum Gross for Takeoff.................................................3150 lb (1429 kg) Maximum Baggage Compartment Loading.............................. 130 lb (59 kg) Cabin and Entry Dimensions Refer to the preceding figures for dimensions of the cabin interior and entry door openings. Baggage Spaces and Entry Dimensions Refer to the preceding figures for dimensions of the baggage area and baggage door opening. Specific Loadings Wing Loading................................................................. 21.7 lb per square foot Power Loading..............................................................................14.7 lb per HP Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 T HE A IRPLANE P/N 11934-005 1-9 Terminology Table 1: General Airspeed Terminology General Airspeed Terminology Terminology Definition KCAS Knots Calibrated Airspeed is the indicated airspeed corrected for position and instrument error. Calibrated airspeed is equal to true airspeed in standard atmosphere at sea level. KIAS Knots Indicated Airspeed is the speed shown on the airspeed indicator. The IAS values published in this handbook assume no instrument error. KTAS Knots True Airspeed is the airspeed expressed in knots relative to undisturbed air which is KCAS corrected for altitude and temperature. VG Best Glide Speed is the speed at which the greatest flight distance is attained per unit of altitude lost with power off. VO Operating Maneuvering Speed is the maximum speed at which application of full control movement will not overstress the airplane. V FE Maximum Flap Extended Speed is the highest speed permissible with wing flaps in a prescribed extended position. V NO Maximum Structural Cruising Speed is the speed that should not be exceeded except in smooth air, and then only with caution. V NE Never Exceed Speed is the speed that may not be exceeded at any time. V PD Maximum Demonstrated Parachute Deployment Speed is the maximum speed at which parachute deployment has been demonstrated. VS Stalling Speed is the minimum steady flight speed at which the aircraft is controllable. Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN THE A IRPLANE SR20 1-10 P/N 11934-005 Table 2: Meteorological Terminology VS 50% Stalling Speed is minimum steady flight speed at which the aircraft is controllable with 50% flaps. VSO Stalling Speed is the minimum steady flight speed at which the aircraft is controllable in the landing configuration (100% flaps) at the most unfavorable weight and balance. V X Best Angle of Climb Speed is the speed at which the airplane will obtain the highest altitude in a given horizontal distance. The best angle-of-climb speed normally increases slightly with altitude. V Y Best Rate of Climb Speed is the speed at which the airplane will obtain the maximum increase in altitude per unit of time. The best rate-of-climb speed decreases slightly with altitude. Meteorological Terminology Terminology Definition IMC Instrument Meteorological Conditions are meteorological conditions expressed in terms of visibility, distance from cloud, and ceiling less than the minima for visual flight defined in 14 CFR 91.155. ISA International Standard Atmosphere (standard day) is an atmosphere where (1) the air is a dry perfect gas, (2) the temperature at sea level is 15 °C, (3) the pressure at sea level is 29.92 in.Hg (1013.2 millibars), and (4) the temperature gradient from sea level to the altitude at which the temperature is -56.5 °C is -0.00198 °C per foot and zero above that altitude. General Airspeed Terminology (Continued) Terminology Definition Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 T HE A IRPLANE P/N 11934-005 1-11 Table 3: Engine Power Terminology MSL Mean Sea Level is the average height of the surface of the sea for all stages of tide. In this Handbook, altitude given as MSL is the altitude above the mean sea level. It is the altitude read from the altimeter when the altimeter’s barometric adjustment has been set to the altimeter setting obtained from ground meteorological sources. OAT Outside Air Temperature is the free air static temperature obtained from in-flight temperature indications or from ground meteorological sources. It is expressed in either °C or °F. PA Pressure Altitude is the altitude read from the altimeter when the altimeter’s barometric adjustment has been set to 29.92 in.Hg (1013.21 mb) corrected for position and instrument error. In this Handbook, altimeter instrument errors are assumed to be zero. Standard Temperature Standard Temperature is the temperature that would be found at a given pressure altitude in the standard atmosphere. It is 59 °F (15 °C) at sea level pressure altitude and decreases approximately 4 °F (2 °C) for each 1000 feet of altitude increase. See ISA definition. Engine Power Terminology Terminology Definition HP Horsepower is the power developed by the engine. MCP Maximum Continuous Power is the maximum power that can be used continuously. MAP Manifold Pressure is the pressure measured in the engine’s induction system expressed as in.Hg. RPM Revolutions Per Minute is engine rotational speed. Static RPM Static RPM is RPM attained during a full-throttle engine runup when the airplane is on the ground and stationary. Meteorological Terminology (Continued) Terminology Definition Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN THE A IRPLANE SR20 1-12 P/N 11934-005 Table 4: Performance and Flight Planning Terminology Performance and Flight Planning Terminology Terminology Definition g One “g” is a quantity of acceleration equal to that of earth’s gravity. Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity Demonstrated Crosswind Velocity is the velocity of the crosswind component for which adequate control of the airplane during taxi, takeoff, and landing was demonstrated during certification testing. Demonstrated crosswind is not considered to be limiting. Service Ceiling Service Ceiling is the maximum altitude at which the aircraft at maximum weight has the capability of climbing at a rate of 100 feet per minute. GPH Gallons Per Hour is the amount of fuel (in gallons) consumed by the aircraft per hour. NMPG Nautical Miles Per Gallon is the distance (in nautical miles) which can be expected per gallon of fuel consumed at a specific engine power setting and/or flight configuration. Unusable Fuel Unusable Fuel is the quantity of fuel that cannot be safely used in flight. Usable Fuel Usable Fuel is the fuel available for flight planning. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 1: G ENERAL SR20 T HE A IRPLANE P/N 11934-005 1-13 Table 5: Weight and Balance Terminology Weight and Balance Terminology Terminology Definition Reference Datum Reference Datum is an imaginary vertical plane from which all horizontal distances are measured for balance purposes. Tare Tare is the weight of all items used to hold or position the airplane on the scales for weighing. Tare includes blocks, shims, and chocks. Tare weight must be subtracted from the associated scale reading. Fuselage Station Fuselage Station (FS) is a location along the airplane fuselage measured in inches from the reference datum and expressed as a number. For example: A point 123 inches aft of the reference datum is FS 123. CG Center of Gravity is the point at which an airplane would balance if suspended. Its distance from the reference datum is found by dividing the total moment by the total weight of the airplane. Arm Arm is the horizontal distance from the reference datum to the center of gravity (CG) of an item. The airplane’s arm is obtained by adding the airplane’s individual moments and dividing the sum by the total weight. Moment Moment is the product of the weight of an item multiplied by its arm. Basic Empty Weight Basic Empty Weight is the actual weight of the airplane including all operating equipment that has a fixed location in the airplane. The basic empty weight includes the weight of unusable fuel and full oil. MAC Mean Aerodynamic Chord is the chord drawn through the centroid of the wing plan area. LEMAC Leading Edge of Mean Aerodynamic Chord is the forward edge of MAC given in inches aft of the reference datum (fuselage station). Reissue A S ECTION 1: GENERAL CIRRUS DESIGN THE A IRPLANE SR20 1-14 P/N 11934-005 Maximum Ramp Weight Maximum Ramp Weight is the maximum weight approved for ground maneuver and includes the weight of the fuel used for startup and taxi. Maximum Gross Weight Maximum Gross Weight is the maximum permissible weight of the airplane and its contents as listed in the aircraft specifications. Maximum Takeoff Weight Maximum Takeoff Weight is the maximum weight approved for the start of the takeoff run. Maximum Zero Fuel Weight Maximum Zero Fuel Weight is the maximum permissible weight of the airplane and its contents minus the total weight of the fuel onboard. Useful Load Useful Load is the basic empty weight subtracted from the maximum ramp weight. It is the maximum allowable combined weight of pilot, passengers, fuel, and baggage. Maximum Landing Weight Maximum Landing Weight is the maximum weight approved for the landing touchdown. Weight and Balance Terminology (Continued) Terminology Definition Reissue A P/N 11934-005 2-1 CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 Section 2: Limitations Table of Contents Introduction.......................................................................................... 3 Certification Status ............................................................................ 3 Airspeed Limitations ............................................................................ 4 Airspeed Indicator Markings................................................................ 5 Powerplant Limitations ........................................................................ 6 Engine ............................................................................................... 6 Fuel ................................................................................................... 7 Propeller ............................................................................................ 8 Hartzell ............................................................................................ 8 Weight Limits..................................................................................... 8 Engine Instrument Markings & Annunciations................................... 9 Powerplant ...................................................................................... 9 Fuel ................................................................................................. 10 Electrical.......................................................................................... 10 Center of Gravity Limits..................................................................... 11 Maneuver Limits ................................................................................ 12 Flight Load Factor Limits ................................................................... 12 Minimum Flight Crew......................................................................... 12 Kinds of Operation............................................................................. 12 Kinds of Operation Equipment List.................................................. 12 Icing ............................................................................................... 17 Runway Surface ............................................................................ 17 Taxi Power .................................................................................... 17 Fuel Limits ......................................................................................... 17 Altitude Limits .................................................................................... 18 Environmental Conditions ................................................................. 18 Maximum Occupancy........................................................................ 18 Serials w/ 2+1 Rear Seat................................................................. 18 Child Restraint System .................................................................. 18 Serials w/ Observer’s Seat .............................................................. 19 Child Restraint System .................................................................. 19 Serials w/o 2+1 Rear Seat or Observer’s Seat................................ 19 Systems and Equipment Limits ......................................................... 20 Cirrus Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System ............................ 20 L-3 Stormscope Weather Information System (Optional)................ 23 Max Viz Enhanced Vision System (Optional).................................. 23 Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN SR20 2-2 P/N 11934-005 MD302 Standby Attitude Module (Optional) .................................... 24 Air Conditioning System (Optional) ................................................. 24 Inflatable Restraint System.............................................................. 24 Flap Limitations ...............................................................................24 Paint ................................................................................................ 24 Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS).....................................24 Other Limitations ...............................................................................24 Smoking........................................................................................... 24 Placards............................................................................................. 25 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 2-3 Introduction The limitations included in this Section of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration. This section provides operating limitations, instrument markings, and basic placards required by regulation and necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft and its standard systems and equipment. • Note • Compliance with the operating limitations in this section and in Section 9 is required by Federal Aviation Regulations. Limitations associated with optional equipment are not described in this section. Refer to Section 9: Log of Supplements of this handbook for amended operating limitations for airplanes equipped with optional equipment. Certification Status The aircraft is certificated under the requirements of 14 CFR, Part 23 as documented by FAA Type Certificate TC AT00009CH-A. Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN A IRSPEED L IMITATIONS SR20 2-4 P/N 11934-005 Airspeed Limitations The indicated airspeeds in the following table are based on Section 5, Airspeed Calibration - Normal Static Source Table. When using the alter- nate static source, allow for the airspeed calibration variations between the normal and alternate static sources. Speed KIAS KCAS Remarks V NE 201 204 Never Exceed Speed is the speed limit that may not be exceeded at any time. V NO 164 166 Maximum Structural Cruising Speed is the speed that should not be exceeded except in smooth air, and then only with caution. VO 3150 Lb 133 135 Operating Maneuvering Speed is the maximum speed at which full control travel may be used. Below this speed the airplane stalls before limit loads are reached. Above this speed, full control movements can damage the airplane. V FE 50% Flaps 100% Flaps 150 110 152 111 Maximum Flap Extended Speed is the highest speed permissible with wing flaps extended. V PD 133 135 Maximum Demonstrated Parachute Deployment Speed is the maximum speed at which parachute deployment has been demonstrated. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 A IRSPEED I NDICATOR M ARKINGS P/N 11934-005 2-5 Airspeed Indicator Markings The airspeed indicator markings are based on Section 5, Airspeed Calibra- tion - Normal Static Source Table. When using the alternate static source, allow for the airspeed calibration variations between the normal and alter- nate static sources. Marking Value (KIAS) Remarks White Arc 62 - 110 Full Flap Operating Range. Lower limit is the most adverse stall speed in the landing configuration. Upper limit is the maximum speed permissible with flaps extended. Green Arc 71 - 164 Normal Operating Range. Lower limit is the maximum weight stall at most forward C.G. with flaps retracted. Upper limit is the maximum structural cruising speed (VNO ). Yellow Arc 164 - 201 Caution Range. Operations must be conducted with caution and only in smooth air. Red Arc 201 Never Exceed Speed (V NE ). Maximum speed for all operations. Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN POWERPLANT L IMITATIONS SR20 2-6 P/N 11934-005 Powerplant Limitations Engine Lycoming Engines......................................................................... IO-390-C3B6 Power Rating .................................................................... 215 HP @ 2700 RPM Maximum RPM ..................................................................................2700 RPM • N OTE • Due to the mechanical design of the propeller governor, it is normal for the engine to temporarily exceed 2700 RPM during some phases of flight. If necessary, a slight reduction in throttle setting will decrease the RPM to keep the engine operating at or below 2700 RPM. Oil Temperature...................................................... 235 °F (113 °C) maximum Minimum Oil Temperature for Takeoff................................... 100 °F (38 °C) Oil Pressure: Minimum (Idling) ......................................................................................25 psi Normal Operating Range................................................................... 55 - 95 psi Maximum (Starting, Warm up, Taxi, & Takeoff) ................................115 psi Approved Oils: Engine Break-In: For first 50 hours of operation or until oil consumption stabilizes, use straight mineral oil conforming to SAE J1966 or MIL-L-6082B SAE grades. If engine oil must be added to the factory-installed oil, add only SAE J1966 or MIL-L-6082B straight mineral oil. After Engine Break-In: Use only oils conforming to SAE J1899 or MIL-L-22851 Ashless Dispersant SAE grades. Recommended Oil Grades a Ambient Air Temperature (SL) Engine Break-In After Engine Break-In Single Viscosity Multi- Viscosity Single Viscosity Multi- Viscosity All Temperatures - - - SAE 15W-50 SAE 20W-50 Above 80 °F (27 °C) SAE 60 - SAE 60 - Above 60 °F (16 °C) SAE 50 - SAE 40 SAE 50 - Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 POWERPLANT L IMITATIONS P/N 11934-005 2-7 • N OTE • The correct grade of oil to be used is based on environmental conditions. If the aircraft is going to be flown into an area that is much warmer or colder than the aircraft is usually operated in, use a different viscosity of oil. During operation, if the oil inlet temperatures are near the maximum permitted temperatures, then a higher viscosity oil can help to decrease the temperatures. Fuel Fuel Grade .............................. Aviation Grade 100 LL (Blue) or 100 (Green) • N OTE • Refer to Fuel Limits in this Section regarding fuel and fuel storage. 30 °F (-1 °C) to 90 °F (32 °C) SAE 40 - SAE 40 - 0 °F (-18 °C) to 70 °F (21 °C) SAE 30 - SAE 30 SAE 40 SAE 20W-40 Below 10 °F (-12 °C) SAE 20 - SAE 20 SAE 30 SAE 20W-30 a. For additional qualified oil grades and viscosities, refer to the Lycoming Service Instruction No. 1014. Recommended Oil Grades a (Continued) Ambient Air Temperature (SL) Engine Break-In After Engine Break-In Single Viscosity Multi- Viscosity Single Viscosity Multi- Viscosity Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN POWERPLANT L IMITATIONS SR20 2-8 P/N 11934-005 Propeller Hartzell Propeller Type ............................................................................Constant Speed Three-Blade Propeller, Metal (Standard): Model Number..........................................................HC-E3YR-1RF/F7392S-1 Diameter........................................................................74.0” (73.0” Minimum) • WARNING • Failure to comply with the shot peening requirement described below may cause damaging loads on the propeller hub, blades and/or pitch change system that can lead to propeller failure. The metal propeller blades must be shot peened between stations 6.0 and 22.0 on both face and camber sides. Blades having damage to the shot peened areas exceeding 0.015 inch deep (including material removal neces- sary to blend out such damage) must be removed from service and the reworked area shot peened before further flight. • N OTE • For leading and trailing edge damage, a 0.250 inch deep rework limit applies before shot peening is required. Reference Hartzell Propeller Owner’s Manual No. 115(N). Three-Blade Propeller, Composite (Optional): Model Number...............................................................3C1-R919A1/76C03-2 Diameter.....................................................................................74.0” Minimum Weight Limits Maximum Takeoff Weight ....................................................3150 lb (1429 kg) Maximum Landing Weight ...................................................3150 lb (1429 kg) Maximum Weight in Baggage Compartment .......................... 130 lb (59 kg) Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 POWERPLANT L IMITATIONS P/N 11934-005 2-9 Engine Instrument Markings & Annunciations The following describes the engine instrument markings. Powerplant Instrument (Range & Units) Red Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Green Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Red Arc/Bar Lower Warning Range Min. Caution Range Normal Range Max. Caution Range Upper Warning Range Cylinder Head Temperature (100 °F – 500 °F) –– –– 240 – 435 435 – 465 > 465 Engine Speed (0 – 3000 RPM) –– –– 500 – 2700 –– > 2700 a Exhaust Gas Temperature (500 °F – 1750 °F) –– –– 1000–1600 –– –– Manifold Pressure (10 – 35 Inch Hg) –– –– 15 – 29.5 –– –– Oil Pressure (0 – 115 PSI) 0 – 25 b 25 – 55 b 55 – 95 95 – 115 > 115 b Oil Temperature (75 °F – 250 °F) –– –– 100 – 235 –– > 235 Percent Power (0 – 100%) –– –– 0 – 100 –– –– a. Engine Speed Warning when RPM between 2710 and 2730 for more than 10 seconds OR when RPM greater than 2730 for more than 5 seconds. b. Oil Pressure Caution when oil pressure is between 25 and 54 psi and RPM is greater than 1000. Oil Pressure Warning when oil pressure is below 25 psi, OR oil pressure is above 115 psi. Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN POWERPLANT L IMITATIONS SR20 2-10 P/N 11934-005 Fuel Electrical Instrument (Range & Units) Red Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Green Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Red Arc/Bar Minimum Minimum Caution Range Normal Range Maximum Caution Range Maximum Fuel Flow (0 – 25 U.S. Gal/Hr) –– –– 0 – 21 a –– –– Fuel Totalizer (U.S. Gallon) < 7 7 – 10 > 10 –– –– Fuel Quantity (0 – 28 U.S. Gallon) 0 0 – 10 10 – 28 –– –– a. Top of green arc dynamically changes based on altitude. Instrument (Range & Units) Red Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Green Arc/Bar Yellow Arc/Bar Red Arc/Bar Minimum Minimum Caution Range Normal Range Maximum Caution Range Maximum Essential Bus Volts (0 – 36 Volts) 0 – 24.4 –– 24.5 – 32 –– > 32 Main Bus 1 Voltage (0 – 36 Volts) –– 0 – 24.4 24.5 – 32 –– > 32 Main Bus 2 Voltage (0 – 36 Volts) –– 0 – 24.4 24.5 – 32 –– > 32 Alternator 1 Current (0 – 75 Amps) –– –– 2 – 100 0 – 1 a –– Alternator 2 Current (0 – 40 Amps) –– –– 2 – 100 0 – 1 a –– Battery 1 Current (-59 to 59 Amps) –– –– -4 – 59 -59 to -5 b –– a. 20 second delay. b. 30 second delay. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 C ENTER OF G RAVITY L IMITS P/N 11934-005 2-11 Center of Gravity Limits Reference Datum .............................................. 100 inches forward of firewall Forward................................................................................. Refer to Figure 2-1 Aft .......................................................................................... Refer to Figure 2-1 Figure 2-1: Center of Gravity Envelope FS 139.1 2700 lb FS 141.1 3150 lb FS 148.1 3150 lb FS 148.1 2100 lb FS 137.8 2100 lb 2000 2050 2100 2150 2200 2250 2300 2350 2400 2450 2500 2550 2600 2650 2700 2750 2800 2850 2900 2950 3000 3050 3100 3150 3200 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN M ANEUVER L IMITS SR20 2-12 P/N 11934-005 Maneuver Limits Acrobatic maneuvers are strictly prohibited. Spins are prohibited. This airplane is certified in the normal category and is not designed for acrobatic operations. Only those operations incidental to normal flight are approved. These operations include normal stalls, chandelles, lazy eights, and turns in which the angle of bank is limited to 60°. • N OTE • Because the aircraft has not been certified for spin recovery, the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) must be deployed if the airplane departs controlled flight. Refer to Section 3, Inadver- tent Spin Entry. Flight Load Factor Limits Flaps UP (0%), 3150 lb .....................................................................+3.8g, -1.9g Flaps 50%, 3150 lb................................................................................. +1.9g, 0g Flaps 100% (Down), 3150 lb................................................................ +1.9g, 0g Minimum Flight Crew The minimum flight crew is one pilot. Kinds of Operation The aircraft is equipped and approved for the following type operations: • VFR day and night. • IFR day and night. Kinds of Operation Equipment List The following listing summarizes the equipment required under Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 for airworthiness under the “listed kind of operation”. Those minimum items of equipment necessary under the operating rules are defined in 14 CFR Part 91. • N OTE • All references to types of flight operations on the operating limita- tions placards are based upon equipment installed at the time of Airworthiness Certificate issuance. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 K INDS OF OPERATION P/N 11934-005 2-13 System, Instrument and/or Equipment Kinds of Operation Remarks, Notes, and/or Exceptions VFR Day VFR Night IFR Day IFR Night PLACARDS AND MARKINGS Airplane Flight Manual (Included w/ POH) 1 1 1 1 COMMUNICATIONS VHF COM - - 1 1 ELECTRICAL POWER Battery 1 1 1 1 1 Battery 2 - - 1 1 Alternator 1 1 1 1 1 Alternator 2 - - 1 1 Amp Meter/Indication 1 1 1 1 Low Volts Annunciator 1 1 1 1 ALT 1 Annunciator 1 1 1 1 ALT 2 Annunciator - - 1 1 Circuit Breakers A/R A/R A/R A/R As required. EQUIPMENT & FURNISHINGS Emergency Locator Transmitter 1 1 1 1 Restraint System A/R A/R A/R A/R One seat belt for each occupant. FIRE PROTECTION Fire Extinguisher 1 1 1 1 FLIGHT CONTROLS Flap Position Indicator 1 1 1 1 Flap System 1 1 1 1 Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN K INDS OF OPERATION SR20 2-14 P/N 11934-005 Pitch Trim Indicator 1 1 1 1 Pitch Trim System 1 1 1 1 Roll Trim Indicator 1 1 1 1 Roll Trim System 1 1 1 1 Stall Warning System 1 1 1 1 FUEL Emergency Boost Pump 1 1 1 1 Fuel Quantity Indicators 2 2 2 2 Fuel Selector Valve 1 1 1 1 ICE & RAIN PROTECTION Alternate Engine Air Induction System 1 1 1 1 Alternate Static Air Source 1 1 1 1 Pitot Heater - - 1 1 LANDING GEAR Wheel Pants - - - - May be removed. LIGHTS PFD Bezel Lighting - - - 1 PFD Backlighting * 1 1 1 *Required if MFD Backlighting Fails. Engine Indicators Must Be Shown in Backup Mode. MFD Bezel Lighting - - - 1 System, Instrument and/or Equipment Kinds of Operation Remarks, Notes, and/or Exceptions VFR Day VFR Night IFR Day IFR Night Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 K INDS OF OPERATION P/N 11934-005 2-15 MFD Backlighting * 1 1 1 *Required if PFD Backlighting Fails. Engine Indicators Must Be Shown in Backup Mode. Anticollision Lights 2 2 2 2 Instrument Lights - 1 - 1 Navigation Lights - 2 - 2 Landing Light - 1 - 1 For hire operations. Flash Light - 1 - 1 NAVIGATION & PITOT STATIC Airspeed Indicator 1 1 1 1 Altimeter 1 1 1 1 Magnetic Compass 1 1 1 1 Pitot System 1 1 1 1 Static System, Normal 1 1 1 1 Attitude Indicator - - 1 1 Clock - - 1 1 Gyroscopic Directional Indication (HSI) - - 1 1 Magnetometer - - 1 1 Nav Radio - - 1 1 PFD Airspeed Indication - - 1 1 PFD Altitude Indication - - 1 1 System, Instrument and/or Equipment Kinds of Operation Remarks, Notes, and/or Exceptions VFR Day VFR Night IFR Day IFR Night Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN K INDS OF OPERATION SR20 2-16 P/N 11934-005 PFD Attitude Indication - - 1 1 PFD Heading Indication - - 1 1 PFD Slip/Skid Indication - - 1 1 Turn Coordinator - - 1 1 Altitude Encoder A/R A/R 1 1 As required per procedure. GPS Receiver/Navigator - - A/R A/R As required per procedure. Marker Beacon Receiver - - A/R A/R As required per procedure. VHF Navigation Radio - - A/R A/R As required per procedure. Vertical Speed Indicator - - - - ENGINE INDICATING Cylinder Head Temperature Indication - - - - Exhaust Gas Temperature Indication - - - - Fuel Flow Indication 1 1 1 1 Manifold Pressure Indication 1 1 1 1 Oil Pressure Indication 1 1 1 1 System, Instrument and/or Equipment Kinds of Operation Remarks, Notes, and/or Exceptions VFR Day VFR Night IFR Day IFR Night Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 FUEL L IMITS P/N 11934-005 2-17 Icing Flight into known icing conditions is prohibited. Runway Surface This airplane may be operated on any smooth runway surface. Taxi Power Maximum continuous engine speed for taxiing is 1000 RPM on flat, smooth, hard surfaces. Power settings slightly above 1000 RPM are permis- sible to start motion, for turf, soft surfaces, and on inclines. Use minimum power to maintain taxi speed. Fuel Limits Approved Fuel........................ Aviation Grade 100 LL (Blue) or 100 (Green) Total Fuel Capacity .................................................58.5 U.S. gallons (221.4 L) Total Fuel Each Tank ..............................................29.3 U.S. gallons (110.9 L) Total Usable Fuel (all flight conditions)...............56.0 U.S. gallons (212.0 L) Maximum Allowable Fuel Imbalance.......................7.5 U.S. gallons (28.4 L) The fuel pump must be set to ON for takeoff, climb, maneuvering flight, landing, and for switching fuel tanks. Oil Quantity Indicator (Dipstick) 1 1 1 1 Oil Temperature Indication 1 1 1 1 Engine Speed 1 1 1 1 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT Cirrus Airframe Parachute (CAPS) 1 1 1 1 System, Instrument and/or Equipment Kinds of Operation Remarks, Notes, and/or Exceptions VFR Day VFR Night IFR Day IFR Night Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN A LTITUDE L IMITS SR20 2-18 P/N 11934-005 Altitude Limits Maximum Takeoff Altitude.........................................................10,000 ft MSL Maximum Operating Altitude ....................................................17,500 ft MSL The operating rules (CFR Part 91 and CFR Part 135) require the use of supplemental oxygen at specified altitudes below the maximum operating altitude. Environmental Conditions Do not operate the airplane below an outside air temperature of -40 °F (-40 °C). Maximum Occupancy Serials w/ 2+1 Rear Seat Occupancy of this airplane is limited to “4+1” persons, the pilot and four passengers. If carrying three rear seat passengers, occupants must be wearing a seat belt and shoulder harness with their hips and back firmly against the seat back as shown in the following illustration. If three rear seat passengers cannot meet these requirements, occupancy is limited to four persons. Child Restraint System 1. Rear seat configuration for LATCH / ISOFIX compliant child seats is limited to two seats in the outboard positions. 2. A single non-LATCH / ISOFIX compliant seat may be installed in the center seat position. 3. Installation of three child seats in the rear seat is prohibited. Figure 2-2: Rear Passenger Seat Arrangement SR20_FM02_5319 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 M AXIMUM O CCUPANCY P/N 11934-005 2-19 Serials w/ Observer’s Seat Occupancy of this airplane is limited to three persons, the pilot and two passengers. Child Restraint System 1. Rear seat configuration for LATCH / ISOFIX compliant child seat is limited to the Observer’s Seat. Figure 2-3: Observer’s Seat Arrangement Serials w/o 2+1 Rear Seat or Observer’s Seat 1. Occupancy of this airplane is limited to two persons, the pilot and one passenger. 2. Installation of child seat is prohibited. Refer to Section 7, Seats for additional information. SR20_FM02_5320 Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN S YSTEMS AND E QUIPMENT L IMITS SR20 2-20 P/N 11934-005 Systems and Equipment Limits Cirrus Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System 1. The appropriate revision of the Cirrus Perspective+ Cockpit Reference Guide (p/n 190-02184-XX, where X can be any digit from 0 to 9) must be immediately available to the pilot during flight. The system software version stated in the reference guide must be appropriate for the system software version displayed on the equipment. 2. The Avionics System integrates with separately approved sensor instal- lations. Adherence to limitations in appropriate installation POH supplements is mandatory. 3. IFR enroute and terminal navigation is prohibited unless the pilot veri- fies the currency of the database or verifies each selected waypoint for accuracy by reference to current approved data. 4. Instrument approach navigation predicated upon the GPS Receiver must be accomplished in accordance with approved instrument approach procedures that are retrieved from the GPS equipment data- base. The GPS equipment database must incorporate the current update cycle. a) Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) must be avail- able at the Final Approach Fix for instrument approach procedures that do not use the integrity information from Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS). For flight planning purposes, in areas where SBAS coverage is not available, the pilot must check RAIM availability. b) Accomplishment of ILS, LOC, LOC-BC, LDA, SDF, MLS or any other type of approach not approved for GPS overlay with the GPS receiver is not authorized. c) Use of the VOR/ILS receiver to fly approaches not approved for GPS requires VOR/ILS navigation data to be present on the display. d) Vertical Navigation information for approach procedures that do not meet the ICAO Annex 10 requirements for precision approaches may be utilized for advisory information only. Use of Vertical Navi- gation information for Instrument Approach Procedures does not guarantee step-down fix altitude protection, or arrival at approach minimums in normal position to land. e) IFR non-precision approach approval is limited to published approaches within the U.S. National Airspace System. Approaches to Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 S YSTEMS AND E QUIPMENT L IMITS P/N 11934-005 2-21 airports in other airspace are not approved unless authorized by the appropriate governing authority. f) RNAV approaches must be conducted utilizing the GPS sensor. g) The Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System is compliant with AC 90-100A. As such, the Cirrus Perspective+ system is eligible to fly RNAV 'Q' or 'T' routes, RNAV SID/STAR/ODPs and eligible to use RNAV substitution or RNAV alternate means of navigation (US Only). Refer to AC 90-100A for additional operator requirements and limitations. h) The Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System includes navigation sensors that meet the standards set forth in TSOC145a/ETSO-C145 (Sensors) and TSO-C146a/ETSO-C146 (Display Units) for Class 3 systems. i) The Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System has been installed in accordance with AC 20-138A and is approved for navigation using GPS and SBAS (within the coverage of a Satellite Based Augmenta- tion System complying with ICAO annex 10) for IFR enroute, terminal and approach operations. j) The Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System complies with the standards set forth in AC 90-96A and JAA TGL-10 (rev 1) for BRNAV and PRNAV operations. k) The navigation databases employed by the Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System meet the requirements set forth in AC 20-153 for database integrity, quality and database management practices. The data in the navigation databases are referenced to the WGS-84 refer- ence system. l) The Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System complies with the standards set forth in AMC 20-27 and NPA 2009-04 (AMC 20-28) for RNAV operations including LNAV/VNAV and LPV approach operations. m) Barometric vertical navigation (Baro-VNAV) operations may be conducted if SBAS is unavailable or disabled. The Perspective+ Inte- grated Avionics System will provide automatic, tempera- ture-compensated glidepath vertical guidance and has been shown to meet the accuracy requirements of VFR/IFR enroute, terminal, and approach Baro-VNAV operations within the conterminous US and Alaska in accordance with the criteria in AC 20-138D. Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN S YSTEMS AND E QUIPMENT L IMITS SR20 2-22 P/N 11934-005 5. Navigation using the Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System is not authorized in the following geographic areas: a) north of 70° North latitude (northern polar region), b) south of 70° South latitude (southern polar region), c) north of 65° North latitude between longitude 75°W and 120°W (Northern Canada), d) south of 55° South latitude between longitude 120°E and 165°E (region south of Australia and New Zealand). 6. The MFD checklist display supplements the Pilot Operating Handbook checklists and is advisory only. Use of the MFD checklists as the primary set of on-board airplane checklists is prohibited. 7. The NAVIGATION MAP is intended only to enhance situational awareness. Use of the NAVIGATION MAP page for pilotage navigation is prohibited. 8. Do not use SAFETAXI or CHARTVIEW functions as the basis for ground maneuvering. SAFETAXI and CHARTVIEW functions have not been qualified to be used as an Airport Moving Map Display (AMMD). SAFETAXI and CHARTVIEW are to be used by the flight crew to orient themselves on the airport surface to improve pilot situa- tional awareness during ground operations. 9. The TERRAIN PROXIMITY MAP is intended only to enhance situa- tional awareness. Use of the TERRAIN PROXIMITY information for primary terrain avoidance is prohibited. 10.LTNG information on the NAVIGATION MAP or WEATHER MAP is approved only as an aid to hazardous weather avoidance. Use of the WEATHER MAP for hazardous weather penetration is prohibited. 11.The SYNTHETIC VISION SYSTEM (SVS) cannot be used for flight guidance, navigation, traffic avoidance, or terrain avoidance. Maneu- vering the airplane in any phase of flight such as taxi, takeoff, approach, landing, or roll out shall not be predicated on SVS imagery. The synthetic vision system is not intended to be used independently of traditional attitude instrumentation. Consequently, SVS is disabled when traditional attitude instrumentation is not available. Otherwise, the traditional attitude instrumentation will always be visible in the foreground with SVS features in the background. 12.Use of the TRAFFIC ADVISORY SYSTEM (TAS) to maneuver the airplane to avoid traffic is prohibited. The TAS is intended for advisory use only. TAS is intended only to help the pilot to visually locate traffic. It is the responsibility of the pilot to see and maneuver to avoid traffic. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 S YSTEMS AND E QUIPMENT L IMITS P/N 11934-005 2-23 13.The installed ADS-B OUT system, including GTX 335 Mode S Tran- sponder and GTX 345 Mode S UAT in Transponder (optional), has been shown to meet the equipment requirements of 14 CFR 91.227. 14.FIS-B Receiver Equipment, including GTX 345 Mode S UAT in Tran- sponder (optional): a) Flight Information Services - Broadcast (FIS-B) information is intended to enhance pilot awareness of weather and airspace condi- tions. It does not replace positive two way communication when making safety critical weather or routing decisions. Use FIS-B weather and National Airspace System (NAS) status information as follows: (1)To aid pilot awareness of hazardous meteorological conditions and awareness of the regulatory status of the airspace. (2)FIS-B information is meant to enhance flight planning only. It lacks sufficient resolution and updating necessary for tactical maneuvering. L-3 Stormscope Weather Information System (Optional) 1. Use of the Weather Information System is not intended for hazardous weather penetration (thunderstorm penetration). Weather informa- tion, as displayed on the Perspective+ Integrated Avionics System, is to be used only for weather avoidance, not penetration. 2. When option installed, the appropriate revision of the L-3 Avionics Systems WX500 Stormscope Series II Weather Mapping Sensor User’s Guide, (p/n 009-11501-001) must be available to the pilot during flight. Max Viz Enhanced Vision System (Optional) 1. The Enhanced Vision System (EVS) cannot be used for flight guidance, navigation, traffic avoidance, or terrain avoidance. Maneuvering the airplane in any phase of flight such as taxi, takeoff, approach, landing, or roll out shall not be predicated on EVS imagery. The EVS shall only be used as an aid to assist the flight crew to visually acquire objects normally viewed through the cockpit windows. 2. The appropriate revision of the Max Viz Enhanced Vision System Infor- mation Manual, (p/n 309100024) must be available to the pilot during flight. Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN O THER L IMITATIONS SR20 2-24 P/N 11934-005 MD302 Standby Attitude Module (Optional) 1. Selection of the option menu of the MD302 is limited to ground or visual meteorological conditions. 2. The display has an operational lower temperature limit of -22 °F (-30 °C). Visibility of the display may be reduced between -4 °F (-20 °C) and -22 °F (-30 °C). 3. The appropriate revision of the Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics MD302 Standby Attitude Module Pilot’s Guide (p/n 9017846) must be available to the pilot whenever the system is in use. Air Conditioning System (Optional) The use of Recirculation Mode during flight is prohibited. Inflatable Restraint System Use of a child safety seat with inflatable restraint system is prohibited. Flap Limitations Approved Takeoff Settings ...........................................................................50% Approved Landing Settings ..................................................0%, 50%, or 100% Paint To ensure that the temperature of the composite structure does not exceed 150 °F (66 °C), the outer surface of the airplane must be painted in accor- dance with the paint colors and schemes as specified in the Airplane Main- tenance Manual. Refer to Airplane Maintenance Manual (AMM), Chapter 51, for specific paint requirements. Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) V PD Maximum Demonstrated Deployment Speed ........................ 133 KIAS • N OTE • Refer to Section 10, Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) for additional CAPS guidance. Other Limitations Smoking Smoking is prohibited in this airplane. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 P LACARDS P/N 11934-005 2-25 Placards Figure 2-4: Placards (1 of 6) WARNING! STAY CLEAR WHEN AIRPLANE IS OCCUPIED ROCKET FOR PARACHUTE DEPLOYMENT INSIDE Upper fuselage, either side of CAPS rocket cover: Wing, adjacent to fuel filler caps: SR20_FM02_5410 Engine compartment, inside oil filler access: Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN P LACARDS SR20 2-26 P/N 11934-005 Figure 2-4: Placards (2 of 6) Doors, adjacent to latch: OPEN EXTERNAL POWER 28 V DC Left fuselage, on external power supply door: SR20_FM02_5411A Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 P LACARDS P/N 11934-005 2-27 Figure 2-4: Placards (3 of 6) M I X T U R E TURN BOOST PUMP ON DURING TAKE OFF, CLIMB, MANEUVERING FLIGHT, LANDING AND SWITCHING FUEL TANKS. 13 15 16 18 20 OFF MAX IDLE F R I C T I O N ON OFF BOOST PUMP CUTOFF OFF LIFT BUTTON FOR OFF POSITION RICH CREW SEATS MUST BE LOCKED IN POSITION AND CONTROL HANDLES FULLY DOWN BEFORE FLIGHT MAX POWER FUEL FLOWS P O W E R RIGHT 28 U.S. GALLONS USABLE LEFT 28 U.S. GALLONS USABLE Engine control panel: SR20_FM02_5412 Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN P LACARDS SR20 2-28 P/N 11934-005 Figure 2-4: Placards (4 of 6) RESCUE: FRACTURE AND REMOVE WINDOW OPERATE PER AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ICING IS PROHIBITED (WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT) DAY - NIGHT - VFR - IFR FOLLOWING FLIGHT OPERATIONS: THIS AIRCRAFT IS CERTIFIED FOR THE Instrument Panel, left : Bolster Switch Panel, left edge: Cabin Door Window, lower edge, centered, applied upside down: SR20_FM02_5413A Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS SR20 P LACARDS P/N 11934-005 2-29 Figure 2-4: Placards (5 of 6) DISTRIBUTED FLOOR LIMIT 130 LBS BAGGAGE STRAP CAPACITY IS 35 LBS EACH MAXIMUM SEE AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL FOR BAGGAGE TIE-DOWN AND WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION Baggage Compartment Door, inside: EMERGENCY EXIT REMOVE EGRESS HAMMER FROM WITHIN CENTER ARMREST LID. STRIKE CORNER OF WINDOW. KICK OR PUSH OUT AFTER FRACTURING Cabin Window, above door latch: FIRE EXTINGUISHER FORWARD LEFT OF PILOT SEAT FASTEN SEATBELTS • NO SMOKING Instrument Panel: ELT LOCATED BEHIND BULKHEAD REMOVE CARPET AND ACCESS PANEL Baggage Compartment, aft edge: Instrument Panel, center: DISPLAY BACKUP SR20_FM02_5414A Reissue A S ECTION 2: L IMITATIONS CIRRUS DESIGN P LACARDS SR20 2-30 P/N 11934-005 Figure 2-4: Placards (6 of 6) 6. RESTRAINT SYSTEM..............SECURE 5. MASTER SWITCH............................OFF 4. FUEL SELECTOR HANDLE.............OFF DO NOT JERK HANDLE BOTH HANDS, MAXIMUM FORCE, STEADY PULL 2. ACTIVATION HANDLE.....PULL STRAIGHT DOWN 1. THIS COVER..............................................REMOVE 3. FUEL MIXTURE........................CUT-OFF ACTIVATION PROCEDURE CIRRUS AIRFRAME PARACHUTE SYSTEM 133 KIAS MAXIMUM DEMONSTRATED DEPLOYMENT SPEED IN INJURY OR DEATH USE OF THIS DEVICE COULD RESULT MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES SEAT BELT AND SHOULDER HARNESS USE FOR EXTREME EMERGENCIES ONLY WARNING ! CAPS Deployment Handle Cover, above pilot's right shoulder: SR20_FM02_5415 Reissue A P/N 11934-005 3-1 CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 Section 3: Emergency Procedures Table of Contents Introduction.......................................................................................... 3 Crew Alert System (CAS) Messaging ............................................... 3 Warnings ......................................................................................... 3 CAPS Guidance ................................................................................ 3 Preflight Planning .............................................................................. 4 Preflight Inspections/Maintenance .................................................... 4 Methodology...................................................................................... 4 Maintain Aircraft Control .................................................................. 4 Analyze the Situation....................................................................... 4 Take Appropriate Action .................................................................. 5 Land as Soon as Conditions Permit ................................................ 5 Circuit Breakers................................................................................. 5 Memory Items.................................................................................... 6 Procedure Division Symbols ............................................................. 6 Landing Guidance ............................................................................. 6 Land as Soon as Practicable .......................................................... 6 Land as Soon as Possible ............................................................... 7 Airspeeds for Emergency Operations ................................................. 8 Maneuvering Speed .......................................................................... 8 Best Glide (Gear and Flaps: UP)....................................................... 8 Emergency Landing .......................................................................... 8 Engine Failures ................................................................................... 9 Engine Failure On Takeoff - Low Altitude.......................................... 9 Engine Failure In Flight ................................................................... 10 Airstart ............................................................................................... 11 Engine Airstart................................................................................. 11 Smoke and Fire ................................................................................. 12 Cabin Fire In Flight .......................................................................... 12 Engine Fire In Flight ........................................................................ 13 Wing Fire In Flight ........................................................................... 14 Engine Fire During Start.................................................................. 14 Smoke and Fume Elimination ......................................................... 15 Emergency Descent .......................................................................... 15 Glide .................................................................................................. 16 Best Glide Speed ............................................................................ 16 Forced Landings................................................................................ 17 Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN SR20 3-2 P/N 11934-005 Emergency Landing w/o Power....................................................... 17 Ditching............................................................................................18 Landing Without Elevator Control.................................................... 18 Engine System Emergencies ............................................................ 19 Engine Partial Power Loss .............................................................. 19 OIL PRESS Warning ....................................................................... 21 OIL TEMP Warning ......................................................................... 21 CHT Caution and Warning .............................................................. 22 Propeller System Emergencies ......................................................... 23 RPM Warning .................................................................................. 23 Propeller Governor Failure .............................................................. 23 Propeller RPM Will Not Increase ................................................... 23 Propeller Overspeeds or Will Not Decrease ..................................23 Fuel System Emergencies................................................................. 24 FUEL LOW LEFT Warning .............................................................. 24 FUEL LOW RIGHT Warning............................................................ 24 FUEL LOW TOTAL Warning ........................................................... 25 FUEL IMBALANCE Warning ........................................................... 25 Electrical System Emergencies ......................................................... 26 M BUS 1 Warning............................................................................ 26 M BUS 2 Warning............................................................................ 27 ESS BUS Warning........................................................................... 28 Environmental System Emergencies................................................. 29 CO LVL HIGH Warning ................................................................... 29 Integrated Avionics System Emergencies ......................................... 30 Attitude & Heading Reference System (AHRS) Failure................... 30 Air Data Computer (ADC) Failure.................................................... 30 PFD Display Failure......................................................................... 31 Unusual Attitude Emergencies .......................................................... 31 Inadvertent Spin Entry ..................................................................... 31 SPIN SPIN SPIN Warning ...............................................................32 Inadvertent Spiral Dive During IMC Flight ....................................... 33 Other Emergencies............................................................................ 34 Power Lever Linkage Failure........................................................... 34 Emergency Engine Shutdown On Ground ...................................... 34 BRAKE TEMP Warning ................................................................... 35 START ENGAGED Warning ........................................................... 35 Emergency Ground Egress ........................................................... 37 CAPS Deployment......................................................................... 38 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 3-3 Introduction This section provides procedures for handling emergencies and critical flight situations that may occur while operating the aircraft. Although emergencies caused by airplane, systems, or engine malfunctions are rare, the guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as necessary should an emergency arise. Emergency procedures associated with optional equipment are not described in this section. Although this section provides procedures for handling most emergencies and critical flight situations that could arise in the aircraft, it is not a substi- tute for proper flight training, thorough knowledge of the airplane, and recognized piloting techniques and standards. A thorough study of the information in this handbook while on the ground will help you prepare for time-critical situations in the air. • N OTE • Refer to Section 9: Log of Supplements for optional equipment Emergency Procedures. Crew Alert System (CAS) Messaging Warnings Displayed in red against a black background, Warning CAS messages arise during emergency situations that require immediate flight crew awareness and immediate flight crew response. • A flashing Warning CAS message with an accompanying aural alert requires immediate action. • A Warning CAS message with no accompanying aural alert requires attention, dependent on workload. It may also require performing maintenance or taking corrective action prior to next flight. Warnings with no aural alert typically occur while on ground. • N OTE • Crew Alerting System messages and related procedures described herein assume the aircraft is equipped with Garmin System Soft- ware 2647.N3 or later. CAPS Guidance All Cirrus aircraft are equipped with a pilot or passenger activated ballistic airframe parachute system. The system is capable of lowering the aircraft and occupants safely to the ground for life threatening emergencies. CAPS provides pilots and passengers an alternative means of handling various life threatening emergency situations. In many cases CAPS may offer a safer Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN I NTRODUCTION SR20 3-4 P/N 11934-005 option for occupants as compared to continued flight or traditional countermeasures. Pilots flying Cirrus aircraft must be properly trained and familiar with CAPS guidance, limitations, and operating procedures. Refer to Section 10, Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), for CAPS deployment and guidance information. Preflight Planning Enroute emergencies caused by weather can be minimized or eliminated by careful flight planning and good judgment when unexpected weather is encountered. Preflight Inspections/Maintenance In-flight mechanical problems in the aircraft will be extremely rare if proper preflight inspections and maintenance are practiced. Always perform a thorough walk-around inspection before any flight to ensure that no damage occurred during the previous flight or while the airplane was on the ground. Pay special attention to any oil leaks or fuel stains that could indicate engine problems. • N OTE • Refer to Section 4: Normal Procedures, "Preflight Inspection" for more information. Methodology Aircraft emergencies are dynamic events. Because of this, it is impossible to enumerate every action a pilot should properly undertake in response to a particular situation. However, four basic actions can be applied to any emergency. They are: Maintain Aircraft Control Many minor aircraft emergencies turn into major ones when the pilot fails to maintain aircraft control. Do not panic and do not fixate on a particular problem. Over-attention to a warning light during an instrument approach can lead to a pilot-induced unusual attitude, and possibly worse. To avoid this, even in an emergency: always aviate, navigate, and communicate, in that order. Never let anything interfere with your control of the airplane. Never stop flying. Analyze the Situation Once you are able to maintain control of the aircraft, assess the situation. Read all warning and caution messages. Evaluate the engine parameters. Consider all aircraft operational information at your disposal. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 3-5 Take Appropriate Action In many situations, the procedures listed in this section will either correct or mitigate the aircraft problem or allow safe recovery of the aircraft. Follow them and use good pilot judgment. • N OTE • In an in-flight emergency, pressing and holding the COM transfer button for 2 seconds will tune the emergency frequency of 121.500 MHz. If the display is available, it will also show it in the “Active” frequency window. The Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) should be activated in the event of a life-threatening emergency where CAPS deployment is deter- mined to be safer than continued flight and landing. • N OTE • Refer to Section 10, Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) for CAPS deployment information and landing considerations. Land as Soon as Conditions Permit Once you have evaluated and responded to the emergency, assess your next move. Perform any non-critical “clean-up” items in the checklist and land as soon as practicable. Even if the airplane appears to be in sound condi- tion, it may not be. • N OTE • Refer to Landing Guidance in this section for factors that deter- mine landing criticality. Circuit Breakers Some procedures involve manipulating circuit breakers (CBs). The following criteria should be followed during “Circuit Breaker” steps: • Intentional pulling of circuit breakers during flight, other than as required in specific procedures, is prohibited. • When instructed to “SET”, the appropriate circuit breaker should be checked for normal condition. If the circuit breaker is not “SET”, it may be reset only once. If the circuit breaker opens again, do not reset. • When instructed to “PULL”, the appropriate circuit breaker should only be pulled and not reset. • When instructed to “CYCLE”, the appropriate circuit breaker should be pulled, delayed for several seconds, and reset only once. Allow suffi- cient cooling time for circuit breakers that are reset through a “CYCLE” procedure. Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN I NTRODUCTION SR20 3-6 P/N 11934-005 Memory Items Checklist steps emphasized by a rectangular enclosure, such as the example below, should be memorized for accomplishment without reference to the procedure, due to the nature of their urgency. If the rectangle is open at the top or bottom of the page, additional steps related to the memory item(s) precede or follow those listed on the current page. Procedure Division Symbols For procedures requiring pilot decision, conditional steps are indented with a symbol to designate sub-sections within the procedure. On condi- tion, the pilot makes a decision to identify the applicable sub-section. Following the initial decision, a further sub-division of the procedure may occur. In that event, one or more additional conditions guides the pilot through the remaining decisions. Once the applicable condition(s) are identified, the pilot follows the remaining steps until the indication "Proce- dure Complete" is reached. The procedure symbol levels are: ◆ First Level ❍ Second Level ❑ Third Level Landing Guidance Land as Soon as Practicable Extended flight is not recommended and the pilot should proceed to land the plane, but not necessarily at the first or closest landing location. The landing location and duration of flight remains at the discretion of the pilot in command, after considering all factors related to the safety of the flight. For example, landing may be deferred to an airfield which could provide post-landing maintenance procedures or malfunction investigation. The choice of airfield may be determined by the pilot with consideration to weather, runway dimensions, surface conditions, and services available. However, in no case shall a suitable landing airfield be discounted in the name of convenience. 1. Best Glide Speed ............................................................ ESTABLISH Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 I NTRODUCTION P/N 11934-005 3-7 Land as Soon as Possible Land without delay at the first site at which a safe landing can be made. Continued flight beyond an available airfield at which a safe landing can be made will result in increased risk and shall not be attempted. The nearest suitable landing site shall be determined by the pilot with consideration given to weather, surface dimensions and conditions, and pilot experience. Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN A IRSPEEDS FOR E MERGENCY O PERATIONS SR20 3-8 P/N 11934-005 Airspeeds for Emergency Operations Maneuvering Speed 3150 lb (1429 kg).................................................................................. 133 KIAS 2700 lb (1225 kg).................................................................................. 123 KIAS 2300 lb (1043 kg).................................................................................. 114 KIAS Best Glide (Gear and Flaps: UP) 3150 lb (1429 kg).................................................................................. 100 KIAS 2600 lb (1179 kg).................................................................................... 92 KIAS Emergency Landing Flaps UP .................................................................................................. 89 KIAS Flaps 50% ................................................................................................ 83 KIAS Flaps 100% .............................................................................................. 78 KIAS Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 ENGINE FAILURES P/N 11934-005 3-9 Engine Failures Engine Failure On Takeoff - Low Altitude 1. Best Glide or Landing Speed ....................................................ESTABLISH 2. Mixture............................................................................................. CUTOFF 3. Fuel Selector..............................................................................................OFF 4. Ignition Switch .........................................................................................OFF 5. Flaps ....................................................................................... AS REQUIRED ◆ If time permits: a. Power Lever ...................................................................................... IDLE b. Fuel Pump...........................................................................................OFF c. Seat Belts ................................................................ ENSURE SECURED d. BAT 1, BAT 2, ALT 1, and ALT 2 Switches...................................OFF Procedure Complete • WARNING • If engine failure is accompanied by fuel fumes in the cockpit, or if in- ternal engine damage is suspected, move Mixture Control to CUTOFF, Fuel Selector to OFF, and do not attempt a restart. If a turn back to the runway is elected, be very careful not to stall the airplane. • N OTE • If the engine fails immediately after becoming airborne, abort on the runway if possible. If altitude precludes a runway stop but is not sufficient to restart the engine, lower the nose to maintain airspeed and establish a glide attitude. In most cases, the landing should be made straight ahead, turning only to avoid obstructions. After establishing a glide for landing, perform as many of the checklist items as time permits. Turning off BAT 1, BAT 2, ALT 1, and ALT 2 switches will result in loss of PFD, and should be delayed until immediately before impact. Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN E NGINE FAILURES SR20 3-10 P/N 11934-005 Engine Failure In Flight 1. Best Glide Speed ........................................................................ ESTABLISH 2. Mixture ..................................................................................AS REQUIRED 3. Fuel Selector ......................................................................SWITCH TANKS 4. Fuel Pump .................................................................................................. ON 5. Alternate Induction Air............................................................................ ON 6. Ignition Switch .................................................................... CHECK, BOTH ◆ If engine does not start: a. Perform Engine Airstart, CAPS Deployment, or Emergency Landing w/o Power Checklist, as required. Procedure Complete ◆ If engine starts: a. CHTs and Oil Temperature ............ WARM ENGINE AT PARTIAL POWER IF REQUIRED Procedure Complete • WARNING • If engine failure is accompanied by fuel fumes in the cockpit, or if in- ternal engine damage is suspected, move Mixture Control to CUTOFF, Fuel Selector to OFF, and do not attempt a restart. If a turn back to the runway is elected, be very careful not to stall the airplane. • N OTE • If the engine fails at altitude, pitch as necessary to establish best glide speed. While gliding toward a suitable landing area, attempt to identify the cause of the failure and correct it. If altitude or terrain does not permit a safe landing, CAPS deployment may be required. Refer to Section 10, Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) for CAPS deployment scenarios and landing consider- ations. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 A IRSTART P/N 11934-005 3-11 Airstart Engine Airstart 1. BAT 1 and BAT 2 Switches ..................................................................... ON 2. Power Lever .......................................................................... OPEN ½ INCH 3. Mixture...............................................................................RICH, AS REQ’D 4. Fuel Selector...................................................................... SWITCH TANKS 5. Ignition Switch .....................................................................................BOTH 6. Fuel Pump.................................................................................................. ON 7. Alternate Induction Air ........................................................................... ON 8. ALT 1 and ALT 2 Switches.....................................................................OFF 9. Starter (Propeller not Windmilling) ........................................... ENGAGE 10.Power Lever ............................................................... SLOWLY INCREASE 11.ALT 1 and ALT 2 Switches...................................................................... ON 12.CHTs and Oil Temperature .. WARM ENGINE AT PARTIAL POWER IF REQUIRED 13.If engine will not start, perform Emergency Landing w/o Power Check- list. Procedure Complete • N OTE • Switching tanks and turning the fuel pump on will enhance starting if fuel contamination was the cause of the failure. Leaning the mixture and then slowly enriching mixture may correct faulty mixture control. Engine airstarts may be performed during 1g flight anywhere within the normal operating envelope of the airplane. Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN S MOKE AND F IRE SR20 3-12 P/N 11934-005 Smoke and Fire Cabin Fire In Flight 1. BAT 1, ALT 1, and ALT 2 Switches.........................OFF, AS REQUIRED 2. Fire Extinguisher ........................................................................ ACTIVATE 3. AVIONICS Switch ...................................................................................OFF 4. All other switches .....................................................................................OFF 5. Land as soon as possible. ◆ If setting master switches off eliminated source of fire or fumes and airplane is in night, weather, or IFR conditions: a. Airflow Selector..................................................................................OFF b. BAT 1, BAT 2, ALT 1, and ALT 2 Switches .................................... ON c. AVIONICS Switch.............................................................................. ON d. Required Systems .................................ACTIVATE ONE AT A TIME e. Temperature Selector ....................................................................COLD f. Vent Selector............................ FEET/PANEL/DEFROST POSITION g. Airflow Selector............................... SET AIRFLOW TO MAXIMUM h. Panel Eyeball Outlets..................................................................... OPEN i. Land as soon as possible. Procedure Complete • N OTE • With master switches OFF, engine will continue to run. However, no electrical power will be available. (Continued on next page) Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 S MOKE AND FIRE P/N 11934-005 3-13 Engine Fire In Flight • N OTE • If the airplane is in IMC conditions, turn ALT 1, ALT 2, and BAT 1 switches OFF. Power from battery 2 will keep the Primary Flight Display operational for approximately 30 minutes. If airplane is in day VFR conditions and turning off the master switches elimi- nated the fire situation, leave the master switches OFF. Do not attempt to isolate the source of the fire by checking each individual electrical component. If the cause of the fire is readily apparent and accessible, use the fire extinguisher to extinguish flames and land as soon as possible. Opening the vents or doors may feed the fire, but to avoid incapac- itating the crew from smoke inhalation, it may be necessary to rid cabin of smoke or fire extinguishant. If required to re-activate systems, pause several seconds between activating each system to isolate malfunctioning system. Continue flight to earliest possible landing with malfunctioning system off. Activate only the minimum amount of equipment necessary to complete a safe landing. (Continued) 1. Mixture............................................................................................. CUTOFF 2. Fuel Pump.................................................................................................OFF 3. Fuel Selector..............................................................................................OFF 4. Airflow Selector........................................................................................OFF 5. Power Lever ............................................................................................ IDLE 6. Ignition Switch .........................................................................................OFF 7. Land as soon as possible. Procedure Complete • N OTE • If an engine fire occurs during flight, do not attempt to restart the engine. Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN S MOKE AND F IRE SR20 3-14 P/N 11934-005 Wing Fire In Flight Engine Fire During Start 1. Pitot Heat Switch......................................................................................OFF 2. Navigation Light Switch ..........................................................................OFF 3. Landing Light............................................................................................OFF 4. Strobe Light Switch ..................................................................................OFF 5. If possible, side slip to keep flames away from fuel tank and cabin. 6. Land as soon as possible. Procedure Complete • CAUTION • Putting the airplane into a dive may blow out the fire. Do not exceed V NE during the dive. 1. Mixture .............................................................................................CUTOFF 2. Fuel Pump .................................................................................................OFF 3. Fuel Selector ..............................................................................................OFF 4. Power Lever................................................................................. FORWARD 5. Starter..................................................................................................CRANK 6. If flames persist, perform Emergency Engine Shutdown On Ground and Emergency Ground Egress Checklists. Procedure Complete • N OTE • A fire during engine start may be caused by fuel igniting in the fuel induction system. If this occurs, attempt to draw the fire back into the engine by continuing to crank the engine. Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 EMERGENCY D ESCENT P/N 11934-005 3-15 Smoke and Fume Elimination Emergency Descent 1. Air Conditioner (if installed) .................................................................OFF 2. Temperature Selector .......................................................................... COLD 3. Vent Selector.................................. FEET/PANEL/DEFROST POSITION 4. Airflow Selector......................................SET AIRFLOW TO MAXIMUM ◆ If source of smoke and fume is firewall forward: a. Airflow Selector .................................................................................OFF 5. Panel Eyeball Outlets........................................................................... OPEN 6. Prepare to land as soon as possible. Procedure Complete • N OTE • If smoke and/or fumes are detected in the cabin, check the engine parameters for any sign of malfunction. If a fuel leak has occurred, actuation of electrical components may cause a fire. If there is a strong smell of fuel in the cockpit, divert to the nearest suitable landing field. Perform Forced Landings Checklist and shut down the fuel supply to the engine once a safe landing is assured. 1. Power Lever ............................................................................................ IDLE 2. Mixture.................................................................................. AS REQUIRED 3. Airspeed .................................................................................................... V NE Procedure Complete • CAUTION • If significant turbulence is expected, do not descend at indicated airspeeds greater than V NO (164 KIAS). Reissue A S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES CIRRUS DESIGN G LIDE SR20 3-16 P/N 11934-005 Glide Best Glide Speed 3150 lb (1429 kg).................................................................................. 100 KIAS 2600 lb (1179 kg).................................................................................... 92 KIAS Figure 3-1: Maximum Glide Ratio ~ 9 : 1 Conditions Example Power OFF Altitude 8,000 ft. AGL Propeller Windmilling Airspeed Best Glide Flaps 0% (UP) Glide Distance 12 NM Wind Zero 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 2000 4000 0 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 4 2 20 0 GROUND DISTANCE - NAUTICAL MILES HEIGHT ABOVE GROUND - FEET SR20_FM09_2765 Reissue A CIRRUS DESIGN S ECTION 3: E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES SR20 FORCED L ANDINGS P/N 11934-005 3-17 Forced Landings Emergency Landing w/o Power 1. Best Glide Speed.........................................................................ESTABLISH 2. Radio.........TRANSMIT (121.5 MHz) MAYDAY GIVING LOCATION AND INTENTIONS 3. Transponder .........................................................................SQUAWK 7700 4. Power Lever ............................................................................................ IDLE 5. Mixture............................................................................................. CUTOFF 6. Fuel Selector..............................................................................................OFF 7. Ignition Switch .........................................................................................OFF 8. Fuel Pump.................................................................................................OFF 9. Flaps (when landing is assured) ........................................................... 100% 10.Seat Belt(s) .....................................................................................SECURED 11.BAT 1, BAT 2, ALT 1, and ALT 2 Switches .........................................OFF Procedure Complete • N OTE

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