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Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part Eight) – Other Sections

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Weight and Balance/Equipment List

The Weight and Balance/Equipment List section contains all the information required by the FAA to calculate the weight and balance of an aircraft. Manufacturers include sample weight and balance problems.

Systems Description

This section describes the aircraft systems in a manner appropriate to the pilot most likely to operate the aircraft. For example, a manufacturer might assume an experienced pilot will be reading the information for an advanced aircraft.

Handling, Service, and Maintenance

The Handling, Service, and Maintenance section describes the maintenance and inspections recommended by the manufacturer (and the regulations). Additional maintenance or inspections may be required by the issuance of AD applicable to the airframe, engine, propeller, or components.

Supplements

The Supplements section contains information necessary to safely and efficiently operate the aircraft when equipped with optional systems and equipment (not provided with the standard aircraft). Some of this information may be supplied by the aircraft manufacturer or by the manufacturer of the optional equipment. The appropriate information is inserted into the flight manual at the time the equipment is installed. Autopilots, navigation systems, and air-conditioning systems are examples of equipment described in this section. [Figure 8-7]

Supplements

Figure 8-7. Supplements provide information on optional equipment.

Safety Tips

The Safety Tips section is an optional section containing a review of information that enhances the safe operation of the aircraft. For example, physiological factors, general weather information, fuel conservation procedures, high altitude operations, or cold weather operations might be discussed.


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  1. Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part One)
  2. Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part Two) – Preliminary Pages
  3. Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part Five) – Weight and Loading Distribution, Flight Limits and Placards
  4. Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part Six) – Performance
  5. Airplane Flight Manuals (AFM) (Part Seven) – Procedures

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