SERVICE INSTRUCTION M20--113
Mooney M20A · Training Manual
Overview
This document is a service instruction from Mooney Airplane Company, specifically addressing the Garmin Service Bulletin No. 0708 Revision A. It is intended for owners of aircraft equipped with G1000 Systems that have GDU Software Version prior to v8.02. The bulletin outlines mandatory compliance requirements for updating Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) and Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS) documents to include specific limitation language. The document emphasizes the importance of these updates to ensure safe operation and compliance with airworthiness standards.
- Mandatory compliance for all G1000 Systems with GDU Software Version prior to v8.02.
- AFM/AFMS documents must include specific limitation language as per Garmin Service Bulletin No. 0708.
- Do not load a new arrival or departure procedure without removing the existing one to avoid navigation errors.
- Display anomalies may occur if flight plans are not properly managed; corrective actions are outlined in the bulletin.
- Owners should verify GDU Software Version via the System Status Page.
Document
Source
Originally published by mooney.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Training Manual
- Year
- 2007
- Pages
- 3
- File size
- 53 KB
- Publisher
- mooney.com
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In this document
Introduction
The introduction section explains the purpose of the service instruction, which is to inform owners about the necessary updates to AFM/AFMS documents for G1000 Systems. It highlights the mandatory nature of these updates.
Compliance
This section states that compliance with the service bulletin is mandatory. All applicable AFM/AFMS documents must incorporate the changes as specified in the Garmin Service Bulletin No. 0708.
Modification Instructions
The modification instructions detail the specific warning that must be added to AFM/AFMS documents. It warns against loading new arrival or departure procedures in the flight plan without first removing existing ones, as this can lead to navigation errors.
Product Affected
This bulletin applies to all G1000 Systems with GDU Software Version prior to v8.02. It is crucial for owners of affected aircraft to ensure their systems are compliant with this update.
Additional Information
The document concludes with a note that there are no additional materials or information provided beyond what is necessary for compliance with the service bulletin.
Safety notes
- Failing to observe the limitation on flight plan procedures can cause erroneous course deviation indications and loss of GPS navigation information.
Full document text
MOONEY AIRPLANE COMPANY, INC. SERVICE INSTRUCTION Louis Schreiner Field Kerrville, Texas 78028 MOONEY AIRPLANE COMPANY, INC. Louis Schreiner Field, Kerrville, Texas 78028 tel: 830-896-6000 www.mooney.com SERVICE INSTRUCTION M20--113 Date: June 19, 2007 SUBJECT: TO ADVISE OWNERS OF GARMIN SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 0708 REV. A (ATTACHED) MODELS/ SN AFFECTED: This bulletin is applicable to all G1000 Systems with GDU Software Version prior to v8.02. TIME OF COMPLIANCE: MANDATORY: This service bulletin must be incorporated in all AFM/AFMS documents for appli- cable G1000 Systems. INTRODUCTION: To communicate AFM/AFMS Limitation language that must be added to all Airplane Flight Manu- al (AFM) and/or Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS) documents for all G1000 System installations. INSTRUCTIONS: Refer to GARMIN Service Bulletin No. 0708 REV. A (Attached) WARRANTY: Refer to GARMIN Service Bulletin No. 0708 REV. A (Attached) REFERENCE DATA: Refer to GARMIN Service Bulletin No. 0708 REV. A (Attached) PARTS LIST: Refer to GARMIN Service Bulletin No. 0708 REV. A (Attached) SERVICE BULLETIN NO.: 0708 Revision A TO: All Garmin Aviation OEMs DATE: 6 June 2007 SUBJECT: AFM/AFMS Limitation for G1000 Systems PURPOSE To communicate AFM/AFMS Limitation language that must be added to all Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) and/or Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS) documents for all G1000 System installations. DESCRIPTION Required changes to all AFM/AFMS documents for G1000 Systems have been developed in coordination with the Wichita ACO. Changes to AFM/AFMS documents for each OEM shall be coordinated with applicable Airworthiness Authority. APPROVAL See the applicable installation manual for a list of TSO/ETSO/JTSO approvals. AFMS AND PILOT’S GUIDE CONSIDERATIONS Garmin recommends the limitation language listed in the Modification Instructions of this bulletin be added to all applicable G1000 AFM/AFMS documents. There are no Pilot’s Guide or Cockpit Reference Guide changes required. PRODUCT AFFECTED This bulletin is applicable to all G1000 Systems with GDU Software Version prior to v8.02. COMPLIANCE Mandatory: This service bulletin must be incorporated in all AFM/AFMS documents for applicable G1000 Systems. REFERENCES OEM G1000 AFM/AFMS documents Service Bulletin 0708 Page 2 of 2 June 6, 2007 Revision A MANPOWER NA WARRANTY INFORMATION NA MODIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS The following text must be added to all applicable AFM/AFMS documents in the form of a warning: “Do not load a new arrival or departure procedure in the flight plan if one currently exists without first removing the existing arrival or departure procedure. Failing to observe this limitation can cause erroneous course deviation indications, loss of GPS navigation information, and other display anomalies.” “NOTE: If display anomalies are noted after editing the flight plan, perform either a direct to or activate leg operation as appropriate on the flight plan to ensure correct flight plan sequencing and guidance.” TESTING PROCEDURE NA IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURE View the System Status Page to verify GDU Software Version. MATERIAL INFORMATION NA ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NA