PIPER PA-16 Clipper — Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-16 Clipper
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 4
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PA16 PA16 | — | 700 kg | 260 nm | 97 kt | 4 |
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Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-16 Clipper manuals & documents
5 documents for the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-16 Clipper — Type Certificate · Supplemental Type Certificate · Emergency Procedures · Pilot's Operating Handbook. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document is the Aircraft Specification No. 1A1 for the Piper PA-16 and PA-16S, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. It provides essential specifications, operational limits, and equipment requirements for these aircraft models. The handbook is intended for pilots and maintenance personnel, detailing critical information such as engine specifications, weight limits, airspeed limitations, and control surface movements. It serves as a reference for safe operation and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Engine: Lycoming O-235-C1, 2800 RPM take-off limit (115 hp).
- Max weight: 1650 lbs (Normal Category), 1400 lbs (Utility Category).
- Max structural cruising speed: 117 mph (102 knots).
- Fuel capacity: 30 gallons (12 gallons fuselage, 18 gallons left wing).
- Control surface movements: Elevator 26° up, 10° down.
Type Certificate
Supplemental Type Certificate
Emergency Procedures
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