SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide
SCHWEIZER 269 C · Model Guide
Overview
SCHWEIZER 269 C is a single-engine piston helicopter from the Schweizer 269 family (269A, 269A-1, 269B, 269C, 269C-1, 269D). Registry data for the whole family lists up to 3 passengers, cruise up to 100 kt, range up to 310 nm and a service ceiling up to 14000 ft. These are family maxima, not confirmed figures for this variant.
- Family maxima only: up to 3 passengers, 100 kt cruise, 310 nm range. Confirm the 269 C's own figures in its manual.
- Alert Service Bulletin B-299.1 applies to the 269C and requires tail rotor drive shaft spline checks every 100 hours.
- The flight manual supplied is for the 269C-1 (Type Certificate 4H12), not the plain 269C. Confirm which manual applies.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 47 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Performance
- Family max range (nm) ·
- 310
- Family max cruise speed (kt) ·
- 100
- Family max service ceiling (ft) ·
- 14,000
How many people can the SCHWEIZER 269 C carry?
Registry data for the Schweizer 269 family lists up to 3 passengers across all variants. That is a family maximum, so confirm the SCHWEIZER 269 C's own seating in its manual.
What known inspection applies to the SCHWEIZER 269 C?
Alert Service Bulletin B-299.1 applies to the SCHWEIZER 269 C. It requires a one-time tail rotor drive shaft spline inspection, then recurring inspections at 100 hours. Check the logbook for compliance.
What is the SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide?
The SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide is a model guide for the SCHWEIZER 269 C, dated 2026.
What year was the SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide published?
The SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide — the SCHWEIZER 269 C model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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Tail rotor drive shaft spline inspection
Alert Service Bulletin B-299.1 covers all Schweizer 269A, A-1, TH-55A, 269B and 269C helicopters. Excessive spline wear in the forward and aft tail rotor drive shaft fittings can lead to decoupling of the shaft. A one-time inspection was due within 100 flight hours or 60 days of release. Recurring 100 hour inspections follow. Ask to see the logbook entry showing compliance.
Manuals and documentation
The flight manual provided is the FAA approved manual for the 269C-1, reissued 16 Jan 2019. It must be kept in the helicopter, and the Section II limitations must be followed. Its contents list Lycoming HO-360-C1A and HIO-360-G1A power plant limitations. Check which engine and which manual match the aircraft you are buying.
Parts provenance
The manual warns that parts from crashed helicopters may be offered for sale. Stress or thermal damage may not be visible and can need destructive testing to find. Ask for the history of any part that affects safe operation and treat doubtful ones as damaged.
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Safety notes
- Tail rotor drive shaft splines that exceed wear limits must be removed from service (ASB B-299.1).
- Parts from crashed helicopters may carry hidden damage. Verify the history of critical parts before you buy.
- Operate within the Section II limitations of the flight manual. Failure to comply may result in damage, injury or loss of life.
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Full document text
SCHWEIZER 269 C Model Guide SCHWEIZER 269 C is a single-engine piston helicopter from the Schweizer 269 family (269A, 269A-1, 269B, 269C, 269C-1, 269D). Registry data for the whole family lists up to 3 passengers, cruise up to 100 kt, range up to 310 nm and a service ceiling up to 14000 ft. These are family maxima, not confirmed figures for this variant. • Family maxima only: up to 3 passengers, 100 kt cruise, 310 nm range. Confirm the 269 C's own figures in its manual. • Alert Service Bulletin B-299.1 applies to the 269C and requires tail rotor drive shaft spline checks every 100 hours. • The flight manual supplied is for the 269C-1 (Type Certificate 4H12), not the plain 269C. Confirm which manual applies. Tail rotor drive shaft spline inspection Alert Service Bulletin B-299.1 covers all Schweizer 269A, A-1, TH-55A, 269B and 269C helicopters. Excessive spline wear in the forward and aft tail rotor drive shaft fittings can lead to decoupling of the shaft. A one-time inspection was due within 100 flight hours or 60 days of release. Recurring 100 hour inspections follow. Ask to see the logbook entry showing compliance. Manuals and documentation The flight manual provided is the FAA approved manual for the 269C-1, reissued 16 Jan 2019. It must be kept in the helicopter, and the Section II limitations must be followed. Its contents list Lycoming HO-360-C1A and HIO-360-G1A power plant limitations. Check which engine and which manual match the aircraft you are buying. Parts provenance The manual warns that parts from crashed helicopters may be offered for sale. Stress or thermal damage may not be visible and can need destructive testing to find. Ask for the history of any part that affects safe operation and treat doubtful ones as damaged. Safety notes: • Tail rotor drive shaft splines that exceed wear limits must be removed from service (ASB B-299.1). • Parts from crashed helicopters may carry hidden damage. Verify the history of critical parts before you buy. • Operate within the Section II limitations of the flight manual. Failure to comply may result in damage, injury or loss of life.