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AT-802A Flight Manual
AT-802A Flight Manual
Olney, Texas
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18, 26,28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34 3/2/93 Revised for 16000 lbs Michele M. Owsley
01,3,4,5,7, 11, 12, 15, 17,
27,31,32,33 5/5/93 Revised for -67R/ -67F Michele M. Owsley
33B, 33C, 34, 34A 2/7/94 -65AG / -65AR engines Efrain E. Esparza
01,5A,5B,5C 5/31/94 Corrected Efrain E. Esparza
01,3,4,5,31,33,33A 6/16/94 Added -67 AG Engine Efrain E. Esparza
01, 7, 8, 34 8/25/94 Added Opt. 380 Gal Fuel Efrain E. Esparza
01,5C 10/27/94 Corrected Errors Michelle M. Owsley
50,6,7,8,9,16,17,19,20,21,
10, 11, 13, 14, 31B, 34, 34A 6/27/95 Revised Brian Hancock
01,02,3,30, 3E, 4, 5, 5C,
5D,5E 8/28/95 Revised Brian Hancock
02, 5E, 9, 10, 13, 18A, 18B 2/28/97 Revised Brian Hancock
19,20,21,22,22A,22B,22C,
02, 7A, 10, 22E, 22F, 23, 27, 33, 33A 7/5/98 Revised 8/10/98 Ronald Filler
12, 22D, 23, 27A, 31B,34,34A 1(19/99 0074 & Subs. 3/17/99 Richard L. Vaughn
02,3,3B,3C,3D,3E,5A,5B,5C,
03,7, 7A,8, 9A, 22D,27A, 34A, 348 12/24/01 Revised 2/13/02 Alan W. Wilson
03, 10, 17, 23, 26A 1/13/05 Revised 1/19/05 Michele M. Owsley
03, 5, 5A, 58, 5C, 50, 5E 2/1/05 Revised 3/3/05 Michele M. Owsley
03, 3E, 3F, 5, 5E, 5F, 18, 31,31C,31D 3/27/07 Revised 5/24/07 Michele M. Owsley
03,3, 3G,4, 5G, 18, 31E,33, 33A 5/30/07 Revised 9/28/07 Bruce Remick
22S, 22T, 23, 26, 27A, 27C, 34 2/19/09 Revised 3/26/09 Michele M. Owsley
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVER -0-
1 LIMITATIONS 2-9
2 NORMAL PROCEDURES 10 - 22
3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 23 - 27
4 PERFORMANCE 28 - 33
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SECTION 1 - LIMITATIONS
1.1 GENERAL:
Operations in compliance with the limitations presented in this section are required by the Federal
Aviation Regulations.
White Arc 91 to 142 79 to 123 Full flap operating range. Lower limit is
maximum weight stalling speed and
upper limit maximum permissable (with
flaps extended).
Green Arc 107 to 162 93 to 141 Normal Operating Range. Lower limit
is maximum weight stalling speed and
upper limit is maximum structural cruis-
ing (with flaps retracted).
Yellow Arc 162 to 222 141 to 193 Operations must be conducted with
caution and only in smooth air at
weight below 12,500 Ibs. (5670 kg.)
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1.3 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS (CONTINUED)
White Broken Arc 78-91 68-79 Full flap stall speed range. Lower limit
is stall speed at 12,500 Ibs. (5670
kg.) and upper limit is stall speed at
16,000 Ibs. (7257 kg.)
Green Broken Arc 90-107 78-93 Flap retracted stall speed range.
Lower limit is stall speed at 12,500
Ibs. (5670 kg.) and upper limit is stall
speed at 16,000 Ibs. (7257 kg.)
MAX.
Contin- 1220 3770 820 840 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
1020 3150 725 790 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
mended
3350 1600
Climb
3570 1500
Cruise
MIN. Idle 68
755 60 Min. -40 to 99
(Run)
Min. Idle 68
(9)
(Flight)
MAX.
900 765 1650 90 to 135 10 to 99
Reverse
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MAX.
Contin- 1173 3625 810 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
mended 956 2950 750 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
Climb/ 3140 1600
Cruise 3350 1500
MIN. Idle
(Run) 715 56.0 60 Min. -40 to 99
Min. Idle
(Flight) (9) 68.0
MAX.
Reverse 900 760 1650 90 to 135 o to 99
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MAX.
Contin- 1100 3625 810 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
mended 1000 3090 750 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
Climb/ 3285 1600
Cruise 3500 1500
MIN. Idle
(Run) 700 58.0 60 Min. -40 to 99
Min. Idle
(Flight) (9) 68.0
MAX.
Reverse 900 760 1650 90 to 135 o to 99
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MAX.
Contin- 1173 3625 810 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
mended 956 2950 750 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
Climb/ 3140 1600
Cruise 3350 1500
MIN. Idle
(Run) 715 56.0 60 Min. -40 to 99
Min. Idle
(Flight) (9) 68.0
MAX.
Reverse 900 760 1650 90 to 135 o to 99
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MAX.
Contin- 1220 3770 810 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
mended 956 2950 750 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10t099
Climb! 3140 1600
Cruise 3350 1500
MIN. Idle
(Run) 715 58.0 60 Min. -40 to 99
Min. Idle
(Flight) (9) 68.0
MAX.
Reverse 900 760 1650 90 to 135 o to 99
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MAX.
Contin- 1220 3770 800 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
MIN. Idle 56
(Run) 750 60 Min. -40 to 99
Min. Idle 68
(Flight) (9)
MAX.
Reverse 900 760 1650 90 to 135 10 to 99
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(13)
Take-Off 1424 4400 855 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
MAX.
Contin- 1220 3825 840 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
mended 1020 3150 725 790 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
Climb/ 3350 1600
Cruise 3570 1500
MAX.
Reverse 900 765 1650 90 to 135 10 to 99
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MAX.
Contin- 1220 3770 870 104.0 1700 90 to 135 10 to 99
uous
Recom-
3770 1700
mended
1220 4005 775 815 104.0 1600 90 to 135 10 to 99
MAX.
4135 1550
Climb
Recom-
3770 1700
mended
1220 4005 795 104.0 1600 90 to 135 10t099
MAX.
4135 1550
Cruise
1000
Starting
(7)
o to 200 -40 to 99
5100 910
Transient 104.0 1870 40 to 200 Oto 110
(8) (8)
MAX.
900 760 1650 90 to 135 10 to 99
Reverse
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(1) Refer to Engine Service Bulletin No. 3032845·72-1 (P&WC SB13001) for listing of approved oils.
(3) If fuels conforming to bulletin information are not available, Aviation Gasoline MIL-G-5572, all
grades, may be used for a maximum of 150 hours between overhaul periods. Operating time on
Avgas is computed on the basis of quantity used and average consumption. Avgas is not approved
for use with PT6A-67F engine.
(4) Torque limit applies within a range of 1400 to 1700 RPM propeller shaft; below 1400 RPM, torque is
limited to 2000 Lb. Ft.
(6) Normal oil pressure is 90 to 135 psig at gas generator speeds above 72%. With engine torque
below 3000 Lb. Ft., minimum oil pressure is 85 psig at normal oil temperatures (60 to 70°C). Oil
pressures under 90 psig are undesireable. Under emergency conditions, to complete a flight, a
lower oil pressure limit of 60 psig is permissible at reduced power level not exceeding 2000 Lb. Ft.
torque. Oil pressures below 60 psig are unsafe and require that either the engine be shut down or
a landing be made as soon as possible using the minimum power required to sustain flight.
(10) For increased service life of engine oil, an oil temperature between 74 to 80°C (165 to 176°F) is
recommended.
c. APPROVED FUELS
FUEL - ASTM 01655-70, JET A, JET A1 (NATO Code F34, F35)
JET B (NATO Code F40)
MIL-T-5624, JP-4 (NATO Code F40), JP-8 (NATO Code F34, F35)
If jet fuel is not available, Aviation gasoline MIL-G-5572, all grades, may be used for maximum of
150 hours between overhauls. Avgas is not approved for use with PT6A-67F engine.
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1.4 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A·67R or PT6A-67AF)
d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7BOB (NATO Spec 0-14B)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 23BO Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Qts. (9.5 Ltrs), 6.0 Qts. (5.7 Ltrs.) usable. It is recommended that the
engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
• Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into the wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake
release.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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1.4 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A-65AR)
d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7808 (NATO Spec 0-148)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 2380 Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Ots. (9.5 Llrs.), 6.0 Ots. (5.7 Llrs.) usable. It is recommended that
the engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
Note 1: 'Stabilized ground operation between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1170 and 1400 RPM is
prohibited. (For HC-B5MP-3C/M1 0876AS or HC-B5MP-3C/M1 0876 ANS propellers)
Note 2: 'Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake release.
Stabilized ground operation is prohibited at more than 75% torque in 16 knot rear-quartering
winds and at 100% torque in 12 knot rear-quartering winds. Stalls with flaps extended or
retracted are prohibited with more than 80% torque. Yaw angles for a given aircraft speed
may not be above the curve shown on page 5F.
(For HC-B5MP-3F/M11276NS propeller)
1.6 WEIGHT LIMITS:
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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1.4 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A·65B)
d. APPROVED
OILS • MIL-L-7808 (NATO Spec 0-148)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 2380 Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Qts. (9.5 Ltrs.), 6.0 Qts. (5.7 Ltrs.) usable. It is recommended that
the engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
Note 1: *Stabilized ground operation between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1170 and 1400 RPM is
prohibited. (For HC-B5MP-3C/M10876AS or HC-B5MP-3C/M10876 ANS propellers)
Note 2: *Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake release.
Stabilized ground operation is prohibited at more than 75% torque in 16 knot rear-quartering
winds and at 100% torque in 12 knot rear-quartering winds. Stalls with flaps extended or
retracted are prohibited with more than 80% torque. Yaw angles for a given aircraft speed
may not be above the curve shown on page 5F.
(For HC-B5MP-3F/Ml1276NS propeller)
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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1.4 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A-65R)
d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7808 (NATO Spec 0-148)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 2380 Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Ots. (9.5 Llrs.), 6.0 Ots. (5.7 Llrs.) usable. It is recommended that
the engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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1.4 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A·65AG)
d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7808 (NATO Spec 0-148)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 2380 Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Ots. (9.5 Ltrs.), 6.0 Ots. (5.7 Ltrs.) usable. It is recommended that
the engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
Note 1: *Stabilized ground operation between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1170 and 1400 RPM is
prohibited. (For HC-B5MP-3C/M10876AS or HC-B5MP-3C/M10876 ANS propellers)
Note 2: 'Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake release.
Stabilized ground operation is prohibited at more than 75% torque in 16 knot rear-quartering
winds and at 100% torque in 12 knot rear-quartering winds. Stalls with flaps extended or
retracted are prohibited with more than 80% torque. Yaw angles for a given aircraft speed
may not be above the curve shown on page 5F.
(For HC-B5MP-3F/M11276NS propeller)
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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1.4 POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS (Continued): (PT6A-67AG)
d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7BOB (NATO Spec 0-14B)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 23BO Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand. or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Qts. (9.5 Ltrs), 6.0 Qts. (5.7 Ltrs.) usable. It is recommended that the
engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
• Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into the wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake release.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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92 104 115 127 138 150 161 173 184 196 207
(80) (90) (100) (110) (120) (130) (140) (150) (160) (170) (180)
CALIBRATED AIRSPEED MPH (KNOTS)
NOTE: This limitation applies to aircraft equipped with a PT6A-65AR, PT6A-65B, PT6A-65R, or
PT6A-65AG engine only.
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d. APPROVED
OILS - MIL-L-7808 (NATO Spec 0-148)
MIL-L-23699 (NATO Spec 0-156)
Do not mix types or brands. Aircraft delivered with Exxon 2380 Oil. Use flushing
procedures to drain cooler and all engine points if brand or type is changed.
Capacity: 10.0 Qts. (9.5 Ltrs), 6.0 Qts. (5.7 Ltrs.) usable. It is recommended that the
engine be filled to 1 quart below maximum when hot.
f. STARTER LIMITS - Maximum starter duration 30 seconds, to be followed by one minute cool
down. Total of 3 cycles to be followed by 30 minute starter cool down.
• Stabilized ground operation is prohibited between 400 and 900 RPM and between 1050 and
1200 RPM. Stabilized ground operation is prohibited above 1600 RPM except when aircraft is
headed into the wind. For downwind takeoffs advance above 1600 RPM only after brake release.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and operator to insure that the airplane is
properly loaded. See Weight and Balance data for proper loading instructions.
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27 in (68.6 cm)
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C.G. POSITION in
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This airplane is certificated in the RESTRICTED CATEGORY for Agricultural and ForestIWildlife
Conservation special purposes and is eligible for the following kinds of operations when the
appropriate instruments and equipment required by the airworthiness and/or operating regula·
tions are installed, approved, and are in operable condition.
a. DAYVFR
b. NIGHT VFR (Only if Strobe lights, instrument, flap and dome lights are installed)
d. Night work operations are prohibited unless appropriate working lights are installed and
operable.
e. Flight in vicinity of thunderstorms prohibited except when the requirements of Air Tractor
Drawing 11615, "Installation - Lightning Protection - 802" are incorporated.
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Use of fuel flowmeter must not be used as a primary means of gauging fuel.
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The following information on placards pertaining to flight and operating limitations must be displayed: For
Australian or Canadian Aircraft use values in "[ ]".
(a) On Canopy Doors: RESTRICTED
(b) Attached to skin of aircraft:
(1) Next to fuel filler caps:
FUEL 127* U.S. GAL. [473 LITERS] JET A. FUEL TANKS ARE INTERCONNECTED.
• 189 [715] (when optional 189 gallon (715 Liter) tanks are installed) (Canada only)
• 189 [708] (when optional 189 gallon (708 Liter) tanks are installed) (Australia only)
• 153 [579] (when optional 153 gallon (579 Liter) tanks are installed)
(2) Next to Oil Filler Cap: OIL TANK 10.0 QT. [9.5 LITER] CAP.
(3) Next to pitot static buttons: STATIC AIR - KEEP CLEAN
(4) On side of engine air scoop: LEVELING POINT. Planes with nose-mounted ram air engine inlet
have placard above left hand gear leg that reads LEVELING POINT IS TOP OF GEAR LEG 5"
TAIL DOWN.
(5) On Baggage Door: 60 POUNDS [27.2 KG.] MAXIMUM BAGGAGE.
(6) Aft of fuel tank Placard: CAUTION BEFORE REFUELING AIRCRAFT CONNECT GROUNDING
CONNECTION TO LANDING GEAR TOW RING. FOR OPERATION BELOW 40"F [4.4"C]
ANTI-ICING ADDITIVE PER MIL-I-27686 OR PHILLIPS PFA-55MB MUST BE BLENDED INTO
THE AIRCRAFT FUEL IN CONCENTRATIONS NOT LESS THAN 0.06% OR MORE THAN
0.15% BY VOLUME.
(7) On inboard fuel tank side: WARNING: IF A PRESSURE FUELING SYSTEM IS
INSTALLED THE CHECK VALVE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE VENT LINE
(8) On hopper lid: FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES: MAX. HOPPER LOAD 8,800
(9) Below Hopper Rinse Fill: HOPPER RINSE TANK FILL
(10) Below Windshield Wash Fill: WINDSHIELD WASHER FILL
(11) On Canopy Doors: EMERGENCY EXIT OPEN
(12) In loader seat compartment (if installed): OCCUPANT MUST ATTACH SEATBEL T
AND SHOULDER HARNESS AND WEAR A D.O.T. APPROVED OR MIL-SPEC
(13) Above canopy door handles: OPEN
(14) On top of engine cowl when computerized firebomber gate and vent is installed:
HYD. FLUID 2.6 GAL. CAP. [9.8 LJ
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(6) WARNING DO NOT MOVE POWER LEVER INTO REVERSE POSITION WITH EN-
GINE STOPPED OR CONTROLS WILL BE DAMAGED.
(9) On engine Control Quadrant at respective HI and LO Idle positions: FLIGHT and RUN.
On Start Control Lever: S.
(10) On aft end of Engine Control Quadrant next to Power Lever: REV. At the stop detent:
IDLE. On power Control Lever: POWER.
(13) Below Caution Lights on Upper Panel: LOW FUEL, FUEL FILTER, CHIP DETECT,
AIR FILTER, PROP IN BETA, RINSE PUMP, GENERATOR OUT
(14) Next to Airspeed Indicator: MANEUVERING SPEED 162 MPH [141 KNOTS] lAS
(17) A D.O.T. APPROVED OR MIL-SPEC CRASH HELMET MUST BE WORN WHEN OP-
ERATING THIS AIRCRAFT.
(18) WARNING TURN OFF STROBE LIGHTS WHEN TAXIING IN VICINITY OF OTHER
AIRCRAFT OR DURING FLIGHT THROUGH CLOUD, FOG, OR HAZE, STANDARD
POSITION LIGHTS TO BE ON FOR ALL NIGHT OPERATIONS.
(19) On floornextto Emergency Engine Induction door lever (If Installed): TURN TO UNLOCK.
PULL UP FOR EMERGENCY ENGINE INDUCTION SYSTEM
(20) Below green light at top of upper instrument panel (If Installed): FIRE GATE "ARMED"
(21) Below yellow caution light at top of upper instrument panel (If Installed):
LOW HYDR PRESSURE
(22) On upper Instrument Panel on aircraft configured per drawing 11615: THIS AIRCRAFT
COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF AIR TRACTOR DRAWING 11615
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(23) On instrument panel: A STALL DURING SKIDDING TURNS WILL CAUSE THE NOSE TO
PITCH DOWN SHARPLY AND RESULT IN A SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF ALTITUDE.
MAINTAIN COORDINATED FLIGHT AT ALL TIMES
(24) On the emergency dump pressure gauge bracket forward of the power lever:
E-DUMP PRESSURE - MIN 50 PSI *
(25) On instrument panel if loader seat is installed: LOADER SEAT MUST NOT BE OCCUPIED
DURING CHEMICAL APPLICATION OR WHEN PIN 54497 SWATH MASTER
SPREADER IS INSTALLED.
(26) On instrument panel: AVOID SKIDDING TURNS WHICH MAY RESULT IN FUEL
MIGRATION FROM ONE TANK TO THE OTHER. THE ENGINE MAY QUIT WHEN
EITHER TANK BECOMES EMPTY. MONITOR THE FUEL LEVEL IN EACH TANK
FREQUENTLY WHEN FUEL LEVEL IS LESS THAN 1/2 TANK.
(28) On the Tail wheel Lock Lever on aircraft having the manual tail wheel lock system:
TAIL WHEEL
(29) On the pilat's console on aircraft having the manual tail wheel lock system:
TAIL WHEEL UNLOCKED and TAIL WHEEL LOCKED and CAUTION: DO NOT
UNLOCK TAIL WHEEL IN FLIGHT
(30) For Canadian aircraft only: FLIGHT OVER POPULATED OR BUILT UP AREAS
SHALL BE AVOIDED. .
(31) For Canadian aircraft only: DEMONSTRATED SAFE SPEED RANGE FOR HOPPER
LOAD JETTISON - 120 - 130 MPH (lAS) or DEMONSTRATED SAFE SPEED RANGE
FOR HOPPER LOAD JETTISON 104 -113 KTS (lAS)
(32) On top of FCU override lever (if installed): CAUTION FCU OVERRIDE UNLOCK-
PUSH FOR POWER
Note 1: Thunderstorm placard may be deleted when FAA Approved Ughtning-Safe modificatons
have been incorporated per drawing 11615.
Note 2: This placard is not installed on aircraft having the manual tail wheel lock system.
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Taxi 15
Before Takeoff 16
Takeoff (Full Hopper Load Or Above 12,500 Pounds (5670 KG) Gross Weight) 17
Fuel Management 17
Cruise 18
After Landing 18
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1. Test brakes and set parking brake: ON: (Depress Pedals and Pull Lever).
2. Position trim wheels in green arc.
3. Set altimeter.
4. Check rudder pedal position for a comfortable setting.
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5. Move all flight contmls through the normal operating range and check for unusual noises,
6. Turn ON master SWitch. Check fuel quantity in each tank on gauge,
7. Fuel valve Lever· ON.
8. Fuel Boost Pump Switch - ON (Until 5 psi min.fuel pressure is noted) - OFF.
9. Actuate flaps to full range of travel. With flaps in fully lowered position the flap markings should
align perfectly with wing trailing edge. II flap down travel has exceeded this mark do not fly the
aircraft as the flap actuator down micro-switch could be malfunctioning. During flap cycle listen
for any unusual rubbing noises,
10. Program fuel flowmeter per instructions on pages Q2R, 22S, and 22T.
11. Push to test Caution Ughts.
12. Check voltage on voltmeter. This must be at least 24 volts in order to start engine. Turn OFF
master switch and close doors.
13. Fasten seatbelt and Harness.
14. Check all circuit breakers -IN.
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NOTE: "CONTINUOUS" POSITION FOR IGNITOR SWITCH IS USED ONLY WHEN FLYING
IN EXTREME TURBULENCE AND POSSIBILITY OF A TEMPORARY FUEL INTER-
RUPTION EXISTS.
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TAXI:
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BEFORE TAKEOFF:
Reference the FRDS section of this manual for "Before Takeoff" set up of the older, Gen I
systems (pre sin 802-0307).
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1. With power still approximately 1500 Lb-Ft. torque, Check Np at 1700 RPM, release brakes and as
aircraft moves forward gradually advance power lever to provide a smooth and continuous accel-
eration of the engine to maximum take·off power.
2. As Power lever is advanced make sure temperature and torque limits are not exceeded.
3. Allow the tail to come up to the desired take-off attitude.
4. Best rate of Climb speed at 12,500 Ibs. (5670 kg.) take·off weight is 115 mph. (100 kts.) (lAS).
5. Adjust trim wheel for climb and check temperature and torque limits. If desired reduce propeller
RPM to approx. 1550 RPM for climb.
CAUTION: Reduction of prop RPM will increase Torque and can cause torque limit to be
exceeded when already operating at max. torque.
TAKEOFF (FULL HOPPER LOAD OR ABOVE 12,500 POUNDS (5670 KG.) GROSS WEIGHT)
FUEL MANAGEMENT
Pay attention to the rudder trim in cruise. The ball in the slip indicator should be centered, otherwise fuel
will transfer from one tank to another. Fuel migrates in the same direction that the ball indicates in the
slip indicator. For instance, if the ball in the slip indicator is to the right of center that means the
fuel is transferring to the right tank.
It's important to keep the fuel equalized in each tank especially when the quantity gets down to one· half
and below. Fuel has a tendency to migrate to the right tank due to torque effects so if you want to
transfer fuel back to the left tank to equalize the tanks, then use the rudder trim so that the ball in the slip
indicator is to the left of the center position. Fuel should transfer from the right tank to the left tank.
Once you have the tanks equalized, then retrim the rudder such that the ball is centered. If you run
either tank completely dry the engine can flame out even if you have a substantial amount of
fuel in the other tank. This is because the header tank is out of fuel and the engine is starting to ingest
air. For more information, read Service Letters 178 and 178A.
A Friction device has been incorporated into the elevator control system to serve as a damper for planes
which may have an oscillation about the pitch axis if rough air is encountered above 140 mph and hands are
off of the control stick. This damper is described on page 1-4A of the OWNERS MANUAL. An AN3C bolt,
that has been necked down, attaches the damper to the fuselage frame. This bolt may be sheared with a
pilot force of 60 to 70 pounds on the control stick in the event that the damper seizes to the elevator control
system idler.
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CRUISE:
1. Reduce propeller RPM to approximately 1425 RPM. Use higher RPM with heavy loads (Such as
1700 RPM with full hopper).
2. Reduce torque to comfortable setting and check ITT limit does not exceed nominal (700°C).
Nominal is 725°C for PT6A-67AG, -67R, -67AF, and is 795°C for the PT6A-67F.
3. Check that the engine Control Quadrant friction knob is tight enough to prevent creep of Prop and
Start Control levers during Power Lever movements.
4. If severe turbulence is encountered, the ignitor switch should be placed in the "Continuous"
position to preclude a possible flame-out from a temporary fuel interruption.
BALKED LANDING/GO-AROUND:
AFTER LANDING:
1. Power Control Lever - As desired during landing roll. If reverse thrusting is necessary, the thumb
latch on top of the power lever must be pushed forward and the power lever moved slowly aft until
the Beta Light is observed ON. Reverse thrust may be selected as necessary by continued aft
movement of the power lever (Keep control stick fully aft). Insure Torque and/or ITT limits are not
exceeded.
2. Start Control lever - Leave in FLIGHT position for taxiing to keep prop RPM in the green.
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NOTE: During the shutdown ensure that the compressor decelerates freely. Keep record of
coast-down time (seconds).
WARNING: If there is any evidence of fire within the engine after shut-down, proceed imme-
diately as described under "DRY MOTORING RUN".
The overspeed governor check should be accomplished in flight at 25 hour intervals to assure that the
overspeed governor is operative.
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AGRICULTURAL FLYING:
Since agricultural flying is extremely varied, it is not practical to recommend operating procedures
which in many cases would not fit a particular operation. However, the procedures outlined in this
section are general and may be followed if they apply.
Survey of field:
1. Before entering the field to be treated, fly around the entire perimeter at least once to firmly
establish the location of wires, stand pipes, or other obstacles.
2. Determine direction field will be flown and check position of flagmen if used.
3. Check surrounding area on downwind side for possible drift damage.
4. Make note of houses or areas to avoid during turns.
Entering Field:
1. If practical, make first pass into the wind so that two passes will be made before the first
downwind turn is required. Avoid making first pass into the sun, however.
2. If obstructions border the field reduce speed slightly and make a high approach. When obstruc-
tion is near enough, nose down down smoothly to angle which will clear obstruction and apply
power to prevent high-speed stall on roundout. Avoid flying just above obstruction height and
abruptly pitching over.
Swath: (Spraying)
1. For a full load on a hot day set prop at 1600 RPM and at 2800 ft.llbs .. torque or less,
depending on how well the aircraft is performing.
2. Spray runs may be made at 140 to 150 mph (122 to 130 kts) (lAS) when the aircraft is
heavy, which will provide good penetration as well as adequate speed for pull-ups and
turns.
3. As load diminishes, reduce power and RPM as appropriate.
4. The operator should select a speed which feels comfortable and best fits his particular
operation. In gusty air always use 5 to 7 mph (4 to 6 kts) (lAS) more speed during turns
when loaded.
Pull-Ups:
1. Prior to pull-up apply additional power smoothly.
2. Abrupt pull-ups should be avoided since excessive speed is lost which reduces turn perfor-
mance.
3. When making pull-ups over wires avoid starting to bank too soon.
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Turns:
1. The previous training and experience will influence the operator flying the AT-802A. All
conventional types of turns may be performed in the AT .802A.
2. Flaps may be used as a turning aid providing small deflections are used (5 to 8 degrees). The
usual method of using flaps is to make the pull-up and initial bank with flaps retracted. As the
aircraft is being banked to turn back into the field touch the flap switch briefly and let off a little back
pressure on the stick, as the flaps cause a slight pitch up tendency. Continue the turn, and as you
line up for your pass, retract the flaps.
3. Make coordinated turns. Use the slip indicator as a means of determining whether or not you are
carrying bottom rudder. The AT-802A has excellent stall characteristics and if the aircraft is
inadvertently placed in an impending stall situation, it is only necessary to relax some back
pressure on the stick to make recovery, and little altitude is lost, providing the turn is coordinated.
A stall from a skidding turn will result in the nose dropping sharply with a significant loss of altitude.
4. In addition to being hazardous, a skidding turn can transfer fuel from one tank to another, which
will result in flameout if one tank runs dry. Monitor the fuel level in each tank when the fuel level
reaches 1/2 tank. Fuel transfer can occur when flying a racetrack pattern if the turns are not
coordinated.
5. Keep in mind that the 802 is a heavy airplane and you should keep sufficient speed
in the turns. Page 30 lists the stall speeds for varying bank angles. At 16,000 pounds
the stall speed at a 30° bank angle is 114 mph, so you should have at least 130 mph
lAS in the turns to make sure the airplane is flown well above the stall speed.
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GENERAL
The Fire Retardant Delivery System or FRDS enhances the capability of the aircraft to fight grass
fires and forest fires by providing computer control over the release of fire retardant agent from
the hopper. The FRDS allows the pilot to select the most effective concentration or coverage of
agent over the ground, which varies with the type and size of fire. It also lets the pilot select the
volume of agent released during a dump. This enables "split load" operations.
There are now two versions of the FRDS being installed in AT-S02/S02A aircraft, the original
FRDS or "GEN I" system and a newer, updated FRDS, or "GEN II" system. This Section gives a
description and lists the operating procedures for each system.
The FRDS controller unit is powered when the aircraft battery switch is ON. The primary
control panel (shown above) is the front of the controller unit. It has five LED displays and
three rotary knobs that are used for programming the FRDS for a mission. A fourth rotary
knob labeled BRIGHTNESS sets the intensity of the LED displays and annunciator lights. A
column of small annunciator lights indicate FRDS hydraulic system pressure. The POWER
switch selects automatic (AUTO) or manual (MAN) mode of operation and the ARMED switch
readies the system for operation. Two press-to-test annunciator lights indicate when the
system is ARMED for operation and warn when hydraulic pressure is below the normal
operating range.
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• MANUAL CONTROL •
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Beginning with aircraft serial number 802-0066 a MANUAL CONTROL panel (shown above)
is installed below the primary control panel. It adds features to supplement manual control of
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WARNING
BEFORE SELECTING MAN ON THE POWER SWITCH (PRIMARY CONTROL PANEL)
VERIFY THE ARM SWITCH ON MANUAL CONTROL PANEL IS OFF (DOWN) TO
REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTENTLY OPENING HOPPER DOORS AND
DUMPING HOPPER CONTENTS OR CLOSING HOPPER DOORS AND CAUSING INJURY
TO PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
Pressing SALVO button over-rides all other switch settings and opens hopper gatebox doors.
The MANUAL ARMED switch is a 2 position locking toggle switch that arms the manual
system. This switch is only active when the POWER switch (on primary control panel) is set
to MAN and the green POWER ON annunciator is illuminated. No hydraulic pressure is
applied to the gatebox door control valves unless this switch is set to ARMED. The green
ARMED annunciator will illuminate when the manual system is ready for operation.
The CLOSE GATE / RUN PUMP switch is used to reactivate the hydraulic pump by resetting
any error code detected by the manual control computer. Momentarily moving the switch
down is sufficient to reset error codes. If an error code has been cleared the pump will run
until the accumulator is recharged and hydraulic pressure reaches 3,000 psi or until another
pump error code occurs. The pilot can over-ride pump motor protection/error codes by
holding the switch in the RUN PUMP position, however, do not operate the pump
continuously for more than one minute because it will overheat. Pump motor duty cycle is
limited to 1-minute on and 8-minutes off for cool down.
Moving CLOSE GATE / RUN PUMP switch to CLOSE GATE position activates a directional
valve that causes actuators to close the gatebox doors. The pilot can use this switch to
manually close the gatebox doors.
The amber PUMP FAIL annunciator will illuminate after the FRDS computer detects a
problem with the operation of the hydraulic pump and creates an error code. This will shut off
the pump motor. When the error occurs in the AUTO mode the annunciator will illuminate
steadily. When the error occurs in the MAN mode the annunciator will flash.
The amber GATE OPEN annunciator illuminates when the gatebox doors are not closed
shut. Utilize it to indicate the doors are closed (light out) when using the CLOSE GATE
switch to manually close the doors.
The yellow SALVO button is both an annunciator and a latching push-button switch. It is
used as a backup to the MAN system to open the hopper gatebox doors. Pressing it powers
the hydraulic pump and opens the gatebox doors, regardless of other settings. After being
pressed the internal lamp will flash and the hydraulic pump will run for up to 45 seconds, and
shut off. Neither the AUTO nor MAN system will operate normally when the SALVO button is
depressed. The SALVO button should be in extended position (out) for normal operations.
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The hydraulic system consists primarily of an electnc pump, pressure accumulator, pressure
and position sensors, valves, and actuators. It provides the mechanical power necessary to
open and close the hopper gatebox doors. Electncal power is available to the hydraulic
pump when the main electncal bus is powered and the POWER switch on the primary control
panel is positioned to AUTO or MAN. A 120 amp circuit breaker located in the lower right
side of the fuselage connects the pump to the main electrical power distribution bus.
When power is first turned on the pump will run to build up system pressure and then shut off
once the pressure reaches approximately 3,000 psi. The pressure accumulator stores
hydraulic pressure to pressurize the system and reduce pump cycling. It also serves to
dampen pressure transients during system operation.
Electrically controlled hydraulic valves allow the FRDS computer to control the door actuators
and move the gatebox doors as required. Pressure and position sensors provide the FRDS
computer with the monitonng and feedback it needs to control the hydraulic system and
gatebox door position.
An independent pneumatic system or E-DUMP system is provided to open gatebox doors in
the unlikely event that FRDS hydraulic system is inoperative or gatebox doors do not open as
commanded. It consists of an operating lever, valve, pressure gauge, and pneumatic charge
cylinder. The lever and pressure gauge are located in the power quadrant. The lever has a
yellow button labeled E-DUMP. The system can open the gatebox doors just once on a
single charge. A pressure gauge with a marked normal (green) pressure range is located on
the power quadrant.
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Ground Speed:
Selectable aircraft ground
Hydraulic Pressure:
2200 PSI:
Open doors fast & close
doors slowty
2600 PSI:
Open doors fast & close Power (hydraulic):
AUTO- Power on to pump: AUTO system
doors fast
3000 PSI: enabled.
Ideal pressure, accurate MAN- Power on to pump; MANUAL system
enabled.
OFF- All P.'Ne'· ••". hydraulics. Pump
Pump Fail:
Press Run Pump switch
to reset pUlmp ."0'"
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BEFORE TAKEOFF
These settings prepare the FRDS to allow EMERGENCY DUMP of hopper.
1. POWER SWiTCH ................................................................................. AUTO
2. COVERAGE LEVEL .....................................................SALVO I MAX LEVEL
3. GALLONS TO DUMP ............: ............................................................. PILOT
4. ARMED SWITCH ................................................................................... OFF
EMERGENCY DUMP
Aircraft serial number 0001 thru 0065.
1. E-DUMP LEVER ............................................ PRESS BUDON MOVE FWD
EMERGENCY DUMP
Aircraft serial number 0066 and subsequent with MANUAL CONTROL panel.
1. SALVO BUDON ................................................................ PUSH TO LATCH
If gatebox doors do not open I hopper contents do not dump:
2. E-DUMP LEVER ............................................ PRESS BUDON MOVE FWD
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WARNING
DO NOT FLY UPSLOPE TO DUMP ON A FIRE.
MAINTAIN SUFFICIENT ALTITUDE TO CLIMB AWAY IF DUMP IS ABORTED.
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The GEN II controller unit is powered when the aircraft battery switch is ON. The primary
control panel (shown above) is the front of the controller unit. It has a single blue-green,
three-row display and a single rotary "data" knob that is used for programming the FRDS for
a mission. The display shows COVERAGE LEVEL and GALLONS TO DUMP settings,
quantity of agent in hopper and foam tank, ground line length, and FRDS hydraulic system
pressure. The data knob is used to enter values for COVERAGE LEVEL and GALLONS TO
DUMP in the AUTO mode; and door angle and door open time in the TIMER mode. It has no
function in the MAN mode. The brightness of the display is adjusted by pushing-in the data
knob for 5-seconds to bring up the brightness menu. Annunciators that are not illuminated
can be tested with the LAMP TEST/RUN PUMP switch; moving the switch upward illuminates
all annunciators.
The GEN II system has three modes of operation - AUTO, TIMER. or MAN mode. The
AUTO mode allows the pilot to select COVERAGE LEVEL and GALLONS TO DUMP, and
the computer manages the dump after the pilot initiates it by pressing the FIRE switch. The
TIMER mode is intended for use when a minor sensor malfunction renders the AUTO mode
inoperative. In TIMER mode the pilot manually selects the gatebox door open angle and
door open time, thereby allowing pseudo control of coverage level and gallons to dump. The
dump is initiated with the FIRE switch, same as AUTO mode operations. In the MAN mode
the pilot directly controls the opening and closing of the gatebox doors by pressing and
releasing the FIRE switch, respectively. However, it is recommended that MAN mode be
utilized only when AUTO or TIMER modes are inoperative (as a last resort) because there is
no system redundancy when operating in MAN mode.
The FRDS is armed for operation with a single ARMED switch. Small annunciators above
the switch illuminate to indicate when the respective mode is error free and ready to operate.
During normal operation, both MAN and AUTO annunciators are illuminated. Only the MAN
annunciator is illuminated when operating in the MAN mode. If the AUTO annunciator is
flashing, the computer has detected errors in the AUTO system and is indicating the AUTO
mode may not function properly, however, backup (manual) system will automatically open
gatebox doors.
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CAUTION
If only one GATE CLOSED annunciator is illuminated system redundancy is reduced.
The problem should be corrected before flight.
The HYD POWER switch connects electrical power to the hydraulic pump. When the pump
is initially powered, it will operate until hydraulic pressure reaches approximately 3,000 psi
(normal range is 2,600 to 3,000 psi), and shut off. If the pump is disabled by an operating
error occurring in either AUTO or TIMER mode the PUMP FAIL annunciator will illuminate.
The error code can be cleared to resume operation in the AUTO or TIMER modes by
momentarily moving respective toggle switch to RUN PUMP position. Error codes are not
created when operating in MAN mode so protection of the motor is not provided. However,
this does allow the motor to operate uninterrupted when it is necessary to dump hopper
contents. Therefore, MAN mode operations require the pilot to observe pump operation to
ensure the duty cycle of the pump motor, which is 1 minute on and 8 minutes off, is not
exceeded.
A FIRE switch that opens the gatebox doors when pressed is conveniently located in the grip
on the flight control stick (see photo below). Releasing the FIRE switch closes the doors only
when PILOT has been set in the GALLONS TO DUMP settings or when operating FRDS in
MAN mode. At all other AUTO and TIMER settings the FRDS computer controls the closing
of the doors. Note the FRDS must be armed for the FIRE switch to operate.
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AUTO MODE
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TIMER MODE
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Data Wheel: Controls Doo, Angle: Hopper: Controls Door Open nrM:
Pusb 10 select· Turn to ;ldjull Amount of Itmt doD ... will move Fluid lef' in I.nk How long dool'l _ I n optn (lec:onctIl
(~h & hoM for 5 ..eond. (rom toward tile optn pot,lUon (secondst If PILOT II selected. the door. elon when
"",AU 10 adJIIIII bright". ._) the dump button" Ntnted
Hydrautlc Pressure:
2200 PSI:
Open doors f ..1 & c:lose door. .lowIy
26Q0Pst:
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dooraf'lt
3000 PSI:
tdNI pfft,lure. "ccurale 9i1l1onage delivery.
ImHcators:
Gat.CIoHcl: gatebox doof1. a,.. clo'sotd
Pump On: pump motor "mnlng
Low Pm: hydrau»c lIreuure IHI It.. n 2600
PSI
Pump faU: pump not operating properly;
pump Is dIU".. In AUTO or TIMER mode
Auto s.tvo: AUTO .,.t.m
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a.taWheel:
No func:tloll In MAN mode
Hydraulic Pressure:
2200 PSI;
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2SOOP$:
Open dooR tnt & cion
!loon; ' . .t
3000 PSI:
Ideal ",...Uftt, accurate gallonage delivery.
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Gate CIoMd: gateboa d _ .r. closed
P..-, On: pump motor fUnning
low P....: hydr.ulic pm.ure tnl than 2600
PSI
Pvntp FaN: pump nOI optIfaling property:
pump it; diUtM In AUTO or TIM!.R mode
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do..., detected
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WARNING
WHEN THE AIRCRAFT IS OPERATED WITH AGENT OF ANY KIND IN THE
HOPPER THE E-DUMP PRESSURE MUST BE IN THE NORMAL RANGE.
BEFORE TAKEOFF
These settings prepare the FRDS to allow EMERGENCY DUMP of hopper.
1. HYD POWER SWITCH ............................................................................ ON
2. COVERAGE LEVEL ............................................................................... MAX
3. GALLONS TO DUMP .......................................................................... PILOT
4. ARMED SWITCH ................................................................................... OFF
EMERGENCY DUMP
1. SALVO BUTTON ................................................................ PUSH TO LATCH
If gatebox doors do not open I hopper contents do not dump:
2. E-DUMP LEVER. ............................................ PRESS BUTTON MOVE FWD
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
WARNING
DO NOT FLY UPSLOPE TO DUMP ON A FIRE.
MAINTAIN SUFFICIENT ALTITUDE TO CLIMB AWAY IF DUMP IS ABORTED.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
WARNING
IF MAN ANNUNCIATOR IS NOT ILLUMINATED AND AUTO ANNUNCIATOR IS
FLASHING A CRITICAL SYSTEM FAILURE HAS OCCURRED AND GATE BOX
DOORS MAY NOT OPEN. E-DUMP SYSTEM IS AVAILABLE TO RELEASE HOPPER
CONTENTS BEFORE LANDING.
If procedure fails to close doors a second attempt can be made using other mode
The optional foam tank holds approximately 18 gallons. The system has an operator's control
panel and a pump that transfers contents of the foam tank to the hopper for mixing. The panel
allows setting the desired amount offoam material to be mixed in the hopper.
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During lire control operations when approaching the drop target, aircraft airspeed should be
reduced to between 125 mph (109 kts) and 130 mph (113 kts). The onboard computer, when
properly set, will control the drop according to the set ground speed.
It is recommended that 10" of flap be used during the approach and load release phase, which
creates a very stable approach condition. Note that 10· is the first mark seen on the flap leading
edge as the flaps are being lowered.
1. Slow the aircraft to 125 to 1$0 mph (109 to 113 kts) and lower the flaps to 10·.
2. Be sure hydraulic pressure is up, "ARM" switch is in ·up" position and that the
"ARMED" light is on. Verify that setting to control drop amount, coverage level, and
groundspeed are correct. (if available)
3. Une up the aircraft for the fire retardant drop.
4. Be aware that during the load release there will be a sudden pitch-Up of the nose of
the aircraft. Begin forward motion on the control slick as soon as the "FIRE" button
has been activated.
5. Keep the aircraft relatively level and at constant altitude during the drop phase.
6. After the drop is completed, the fire gatebox doors will close automatically in AUTO
mode. If the system is operated in manual mode or PILOT is selected for the gallons
to dump, the doors will close as soon as the "FIRE" switch is released by the pilot.
7. Apply appropriate power smoothly to climb away from the fire and smoke.
8. Retract the flaps and re-trim the aircraft for normal flight.
9. Place "ARM" switch to the down (off) position to avoid inadvertent delivery.
10. CAUTION:
(a) Do not fly upslope to make a drop on a fire.
(b) Maintain sufficient airspeed or altitiude to be able to climb away from an
aborted fire drop (doors don't open).
(C) 00 not make sharp pullups aller releasing the hopper contents.
(d) Practice your emergency procedures so that your reaction to an emergency is
rapid and automatic.
(e) Approach the intended drop site with a plan of action to take if the doors do
not open when commanded.
(f) Maintain level flight with constant altitude during and immediately after when
making a drop on a fire.
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The AT-802A has a windshield washer and wiper to keep the windshield clean. If ag chemicals
get on the windshield from flying through the swath, or overfilling the hopper it is necessary to use the
washer as quickly as possible to prevent chemicals from drying. After holding the washer switch ON a
few seconds, the wiper may be turned to either the Low or High speed position and then turned OFF.
Maximum air speed for use of windshield wiper is 160 mph (139 kts.) lAS.
The hopper quantity gauge is programmed at the factory and does not require additional inputs. If it is
necessary to reprogram, ship the gauge back to the factory.
This aircraft incorporates a low fuel warning system that consists of two float switches, one in each tank,
connected to a red warning light. Either float switch can activate the light independent of the other. The
floats are positioned so that the light is activated with approximately 28 gallons usable quantity remaining,
if the aircraft is in level coordinated flight. Uncoordinated flight or flying all the turns in one direction, such
as a racetrack pattern, may result in fewer than 28 gallons usable at the time of a warning light. The fuel
gauges are the primary instruments for fuel management, and the pilot should not use the warning light
system as a means of determining the quantity of fuel remaining.
TEST FUNCTION:
To test the warning light, turn on the master switch, and depress the light.
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
Fly straight and level and monitor fuel gauges. If necessary allow fuel to transfer from tank that has the
greater quantity or land as soon as possible.
The ferry fuel system utilizes the hopper as a fuel tank and is not an FAA Certificated fuel system.
However it may be installed in accordance with drawing 50280 providing a logbook entry is made for
both the installation and the removal.
lithe optional ferry fuel system is installed, hopper fuel may be used by turning the fuel selector handle 90°'
counter-clockwise to point towards the left.' All take-oils and landings are to be made on main tank fuel.
A safe altitude should be attained before switching and it is advisable to operate the fuel boost pump for
a few 'seconds prior to switching to hopper fuel. Turn boost pump OFF before switching to hopper fuel.
When switching back to wing fuel turn boost pump ON after valve handle is rotated clockwise to point
straight forward for wing fuel. Leave pump ON for a few seconds and monitor fuel pressure until it is clear
the fuel flow is established.
• For SIN 802A-0102 and subs. For SIN 802A-0003 thru 802A-0101 having the Aero Supply fuel
valve, turn fuel selector handle 180° couner-clockwise to point aft.
Be sure to use the hopper fuel first. Keep in mind that if you run the wing tanks dry and then switch
to hopper fuel, the fuel boost pump is not in the circuit between the hopper fuel and the engine.
Therefore, if you run the wing tanks dry, resulting in an airlock in the system, there is no way to clear
the airlock and restart the engine.
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WARNING
MICROFLOW/MICROFLO L is a Fuel Flow Measuring System and NOT a quantity
sensing device. Therefore, initial programming of the unit must be accurate and be
based on the total usable fuel for the fuel tank system in use. The system is for
information only.
Initial Programming:
Initial programming involves entering into the MICROFLOW/MICROFLO L memory the total usable
fuel quantity of the fuel tanks in use. The programmed total can then be recalled as needed during
future fueling operations. MICROFLOWIMICROFLO L can be programmed to show luelload in
gallons. liters, or pounds.
Procedure:
1. Power the unit up by tuming the aircraft master switch to ON positi on.
2. Move the ADDIFULL toggle switch to the FULL position and hold for the entire procedure.
3. Simultaneously press the ENTERITEST button and move the USEDIREM. toggle switch to the
REM. position. Hold both. The system will count down lor 15 seconds displaying the count on
the left in the display window.
4. The message "FULL" and the current full fuel value will appear in the display window. Release
the ENTERITEST button and the USEDIREM. TOGGLE SWITCH. Keep holding the ADD/
FULL toggle switch in the FULL pOSition.
5. Move the USED/REM. toggle switch to the REM. posilion to increment the full fuel number or
to the USED position to decrement the number. (The longer you hold the switch in poSition.
the laster the number will be updated).
6. Alter reaching the correct total usable fuel figure press the ENTERITEST button and the
computer will store that number as full fuel. The word "FULL" disappears and the computer
returns to the operating mode. Release the ADD/FULL loggle switch.
7. To verify that the data is stored properly press the ENTERITEST button. The computer will run
the diagnostic check and Ihen display "GOOD". If the test is successful it will then display the
maximum usable fuel value.
NOTE: Do not turn Ihe power off to the computer for approximately one minute.
Pre-flight Check:
Initiate the diagnostic software built into the system by pressing the ENTERITEST button; the program
checks the hardware and the display. If the test is successful the word "GOOD" appears in the display
window.
Move the USEDIREM. toggle switch to the USED position. The system will display the fuel used since
last fuel entry or fuel used since last reset.
Move the USEDIREM. toggle switch to the REM. position. The system will display the fuel remaining
on board.
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No Fuel Added:
As data is already stored, no action is needed.
In case an error has been made by exceeding the correct amount entering the number for total usable
fuel, move the USEDIREM. toggle switch to the USED position and simultaneously press and hold
ENTERfTEST button. Fuel used will be reset and the fuel remaining figure will appear and pause in
the display window for four seconds. The figure will decrement (the longer you press, the faster the
decrementing). When the correct figure is reached, release both the USED/REM. toggle switch and
the ENTERfTEST button.
To avoid repeating the four-second pause before decrementing. hold the USEDIREM. toggle switch in
the USED position and use the ENTERfTEST button to control the decrementing.
Test Function:
DiagnoStic software is built into the system. To activate it press the ENTEAfTEST button. All of the
display digits will be filled with a checkerboard pattern. This display will flash on and off three times.
Next all digits will be filled with a second checkerboard pattern, the inverse 01 the first. which will also
flash on and off three times. Careful monitoring of these patterns will verify operation of every element
of display unit.
If the test is successful, the word "GOOD" will appear in the display window for three seconds.
NOTE: Using the test function while ",ngil1e is running will cause the computer to los'" 17 s",conds of
fuel count.
IN-FUGHT OPERATING:
Instrument Responses:
1. Fuel flow is continuously displayed on the left side of the display window.
2. Endurance in hours and minutes is continuouSly displayed on the right side of the display
window except when viewing fuel remaining or fuel used information.
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3. Fuel remaining is displayed by moving the USED/REM. toggle switch to the REM. position; the
information Is shown on the right side of the display window as long as the switch is held In the
REM. position and for three seconds after it is released.
4. Fuel used is displayed by moving the USEDIREM. toggle sWitch to the USED position; the
information is shown on the right side of the display window as long as the switch is held in the
USED position and for three seconds after the switch is released.
5. The display brightness is controlled by the BRIGHT/DIM toggle switch. Moving the BRIGHT!
DIM toggle switch to BRIGHT repeatedly will make the display brighter and moving it to DIM
repeatedly will dim the display. The default brightness after power up is full brightness.
The AT-802A incorporates an engine-driven airframe fuel boost pump and an electric fuel boost pump
located below the cockpit. Either of these pumps will deliver fuel at a minimum pressure of 15 psi to the
fuel control pump which is part of the engine.
The airframe fuel boost pump operates continuously while the electric fuel boost pump is used only to fill
the fuel lines prior to starting and as a back-up to the airframe boost pump.
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SECTION3-EMERGENCYPROCEPURES
Engine Failure 25
Engine Flame-Out 25
Air-Starts 25
Immediate Re-Lights 26
Aborted Takeoff 26
Spins 27A
Ditching 27C
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ENGINE FAILURE:
An engine failure has different symptoms than the case of engine flame-out. Engine failure
symptoms could include any or all of the following indications:
ENGINE FLAME-OUT:
The symptoms of an engine flame-out will be the same as those of an engine failure only as
regards a drop in ITT, Torque pressure, and Ng speed. The flame-out may resutt from the engine
running out of fuel, or possibly may be caused by unstable engine operation. Severe turbulence can
cause a flame-out by creating a temporary fuel interruption. Once the fuel supply has been restored to
the engine or the cause of unstable operations eliminated, the engine may be restarted in the manner
described under AIR STARTS.
AIR STARTS:
The best air-start technique is to initiate the re-light procedure immediately after a flame-out
occurs, providing the pilot is certain that the flame-out was not the result of some malfunction which
might make it dangerous to attempt are-light.
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Successful air starts may be achieved at all altitudes and airspeeds normally flown. However,
with the gas generator rpm (Ng) below 10%, starting temperatures tend to be higher and caution is
required ..
IMMEDIATE RE·L1GHTS:
There is always the chance that the engine may light up successfully just as soon as the ignitor
is turned ON. In an emergency, turn ON the ignitor (Move Ignitor Switch down to "Continuous" position)
just as soon as possible after flame-out, provided the generator speed (Ng) has not dropped below
500k. Under these conditions it is not necessary to shut off the fuel or feather the prop. The Power
Lever, however, should be retarded to the Idle position. Fuel Boost Pump switch - ON.
EMERGENCY HOPPER DUMP (All models except SIN 802-0066 and subs. with FRDS system
installed):
Push release button on dump lever and move lever full forward.
EMERGENCY HOPPER DUMP (SIN 802·0066 and subs. with FRDS system Installed):
1. Push yellow "SALVO" button on "MANUAL CONTROL" panel or on LIH cockpit wall
adjacent to the power quadrant.
2. Push release button on dump lever and move lever full forward.
3. Push control stick forward quickly to control nose pitch-Up.
WARNING: DO NOT DUMP HOPPER ABOVE 50 MPH (44 KTS) lAS OR AIRCRAFT MAY
BECOME AIRBORNE. DUMPING HOPPER LOAD MAY REDUCE BRAKING
EFFECTIVENESS.
1. Maintain 125 to 130 mph (109 to 113 kts) airspeed with approximately 10' flaps.
2. Select a safe dump area if possible.
3. Dump the hopper load and move the control stick forward as the dump is made to control
nose pitch-up.
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1. Pull or push control stick to break away seized Friction Damper. In the event the elevator
control system seizes due to a problem with the friction damper, 60 to 70 Ibs of forward or aft
force on the control stick will break away the damper. Normal elevator system control will be
restored following the break away of the damper.
2. Continue flight and land as soon as practical. Investigate the cause of the elevator control
system seizure.
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If the airframe fuel boost pump becomes inoperative, the electric fuel boost pump should be switched
to ON.
If the electric fuel boost pump should also fail, the fuel control pump is adequate for unrestricted engine
operations up to the maximum altitude of 12,500 ft. Continued flight should be below this altitude.
Prop in Beta Range Indicates propeller blade pitch angle is at or below the minimum fine
pitch that is safe for continued in-flight control. During ground
operations it indicates that propeller is properly positioned for
application of reverse thrusting power.
Air Filter Indicates that the normal air flow to the engine inlet is being
restricted from flow through the filter (Check for possible icing or
foreign object blockage. Open engine alternate air door if installed
and monitor available power and ITT indications.) Land as soon as
practical. Service air filter system and close alternate air door.
Chip Detector Indicates that a metal particle is in contact with the detector
terminals and there is the possibility of other metal particles in the
engine oil. Land as soon as possible and service chip detector.
Fuel Filter Indicates that the fuel filter is partially blocked and the electric fuel
boost pump should be turned ON. Land as soon as possible and
service fuel filter.
Low Oil Pressure (If Installed) Indicates oil pressure has dropped to 60 psig and further flight
should be at reduced power not exceeding 2000 lb. ft. torque. Land
as soon as possible and service engine oil system.
Low Fuel (If Equipped) Indicates a low fuel condition in either or both tanks. Fly straight
and level and monitor fuel gauges. If necessary allow fuel to
transfer from tank that has the greater quantity or land as soon as
possible.
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PT6A engines may have a manual FeU Override feature as a means of restoring and controlling engine
power in case of power loss due to P-3 system malfunctions in the FeU. If installed, see the FeU override
AFM supplement.
SPINS:
The spinning characteristics of this aircraft have not been fully investigated and spin recovery techniques
have not been established. In the event of an inadvertent spin the following procedure is suggested:
1. Reduce POWER to idle - The torque of an engine producing power will make spin recovery more
difficult.
2. AILERONS neutral - Attempting to level the wings with aileron input can actually make the spin
worse.
3. Apply FULL OPPOSITE RUDDER to stop the rotation - Apply rudder opposite the rotation of the
spin. If you have trouble determining which way the airplane is spinning, look at your turn coordinator
or turn needle. It will indicate the direction of rotation.
4. Apply FORWARD ELEVATOR to break the stall - Immediately after applying opposite rudder, apply
a quick forward motion on the control stick and hold anti-spin controls until the aircraft starts to
recover.
5. RECOVER from the dive - Once you have completed the four previous steps, and the rotation stops,
recover from the dive. The descent rate may be high and the airspeed can rapidly exceed redline.
Remember to neutralize the rudder after the rotation stops.
Generally over-water flights are made with the ferry fuel system installed so that hopper fuel is available.
The flight manual procedures for using hopper fuel should be followed.
Use hopper fuel first. Switch to main tank fuel while there is still fuel in the hopper and turn fuel boost pump
ON for a minute or two, then OFF.
All over-water flights should be at an altitude that will provide ample time to receive a response to a Mayday
call, or to restart the engine should a flame-out occur.
Page 25 describes the conditions for engine failure as basically mechanical failure. These conditions would
include loud noises followed by heavy vibrations, loss of power, sudden increase in ITT, or engine explosion.
For these conditions follow the flight manual procedures and prepare for ditching.
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Page 25 also describes the conditions for engine flame-out as running out of fuel, or a temporary fuel
interruption caused by severe turbulence. If the flight is in visible moisture below 40°F there is also the
possibility that the engine air filters are icing over.
If you have been flying on hopper fuel switch to wing tanks and turn fuel boost pump ON. Pull power
lever back to stop and turn ignitor switch down to CONTINUOUS. If Gas generator speed is less than
56% hold start switch ON. Monitor fuel pressure gauge. Check position of Start Control Lever: RUN
position.
If there is the possibility that the engine air filters have iced over, OPEN the engine alternate air door
and monitor available power and lIT if the engine starts. Once the air door is open, there is no provi-
sion for closing it and power is limited.
If, after attempting a restart for a reasonable length of time without success, prepare for ditching.
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1. Gather up your portable Emergency equipment and stow it on your person. Take the prop tether
with you as you may have a use for it when in the raft.
2. Stow those extra packs of batteries on your person.
3. Zip up your immersion suit.
4. Secure your life vest tightly. Note how to inflate the vest.
5. Get your life raft in poSition and readily accessible.
6. Remember to continue to fly the aircraft after water contact.
7. Do a final check on your equipment for items that may entangle you and stow.
8. Pull your seat belt and hamess tight and make a mental note on how to release it.
9. Talk your way through. running your hand up your knee along your waist to the seat belt latch and
through the releasing action. Make a mental note to remove your lap strap and shoulder harness
and place clear of your person. Repeat this action several times.
10. Then talk your way through. while firmly grasping the lap belt, lowering your arms and extending
them outwards, feel for the power quadrant, then feel for the airframe, gripping it firmly. You will
then roll over and slide out through the door.
11. Visualizing this maneuver is essential to prepairing to exit the aircraft.
12. Make a special note of your helmetlheadset cord. This will be the last disconnection you will make.
13. Special attention will be given to stowing this cord and or unplugging it from your helmet's pigtail.
14. Transmit for one last time then announce ·off communications".
1. Begin a slow dump of your ferry fuel. The oil slick will be an important trail laid down for rescuers.
Close the hopper gate making sure the dump handle over centers, snapping shut. This will provide
buoyancy to the aircraft in the water.
2. Note the swell direction and plan to land along or parallel to it.
3. Extend full flaps and establish glide 85 - 90 mph.
4. It is about to get very windy. All loose objects may fly out the airplane.
5. Push the emergency door handle as placarded. Then open the door latch and jettison the door.
Push the upper door out and it should "fly" up and open.
6. Repeat the procedure for the second door.
7. AVOid rounding out over the water too soon. You must contact the water in a tail low attitude
before the airplane is completely stalled. Bank hard to the left or right to contact the water aggres-
sively with the wingtip. This is an attempt to water loop the airplane to cause it to travel tail first across
the water. The airplane is likely to go upside down if a conventional landing is attempted.
8. Fly the airplane until it has stopped. Maintain control at all times. Keep stick full back.
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NTHEWATER:
1. If the aircraft has gone upside down, follow the procedure given under Egress.
2. If the aircraft is floating right side up with no indication that it is about to sink, you may want to
remain in your seat, as leaving the cockpit may cause the aircraft to tip. over if it is floating in
a steep nose down attitude.
3. Unbuckle your seat belt and harness and have your life raft within easy reach if the aircraft starts to
sink. Do not inflate your life raft until you are convinced that the plane is sinking. If this is the case,
inflate your life vest as you climb out on to the wing with your life raft in one hand.
4. Inflate your life raft while on the wing but stay with the aircraft until there is no longer any dout that it
is sinking.
1. Do not release the lap belt until you are ready to egress.
2. To find it, slap your leg with your hand, then follow your leg up to your waist along the belt and to the
buckle.
3. Reach for your reference point, the power quadrant, proceeding as visualized earlier. Do not
release your belt without having a firm grip on your reference point. Never let go with both hands.
Do not let go of one until you have the other firmly gripped.
4. Maintain your reference points, grab your life raft, and egress out the door. If submerged, swim clear
and inflate your life vest.
5. As you rise, swimming or propelled by the vest inflation, exhale slowly and reach your hand above
your head. When you reach the surface inflate your life vest.
6. Play an active part in your rescue.
7. While in the raft, stay close to the aircraft if it is floating. If you managed to leave the aircraft with
the prop tether, you may tie one end to part of the aircraft, and hold the leather loop with one hand,
so that you can release it if the aircraft starts to sink.
8. Wait for rescue.
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SECTION 4 - PERFORMANCE
GENERAL:
Take-off and climb performance has been demonstrated at 16,000 Ibs. (7257 kg.) gross weight
from a dry smooth hard runway and under special conditions for RESTRICTED CATEGORY
operations. Density altitude, runway surface, weather conditions and airplane condition must be given
special consideration during all RESTRICTED CATEGORY operations. The maximum weights as
shown on page 33 assure climb performance of at least 300 feet per minute or 2.5 percent gradient,
whichever is greater, using maximum continuous power, flaps at 10°, 120 mph (104 kts) lAS climb
speed.
AIRSPEED DEFINITIONS:
The airspeed terminology is presented below in what is called the normal airspeed sequence.
This sequence begins with the airspeed actually seen by the pilot and progresses through the several
airspeeds which can be derived from the airspeed indicator and other information. All airspeed values
presented in terms of indicated airspeed assume a zero instrument error.
1. Indicated airspeed (lAS) is the number actually read from the airspeed indicator which has a
zero instrument error.
2. Calibrated airspeed (CAS) is the result of further correcting the indicated airspeed for error of
the pressure inputs to the airspeed indicator, which are termed position error.
AIRSPEED CALIBRATION:
The variation of calibrated airspeed with indicated airspeed is shown on the next page.
ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS:
POWER AVAILABLE:
The following equation may be used to calculate horsepower (SHP) desired with various com-
binations of Torque and propeller RPM
SHP = Propeller RPM X TORQUE FT.-LBS.
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Read the airspeed indicator and determine the calibrated airspeed from the chart. Note that this
technique assumes zero instrument error for the airspeed indicator.
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INDICATED AIRSPEED MPH (KNOTS)
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STALL SPEEDS
Stall Speeds at 12,500 Ibs. (5670 kg.)gross weight, power idle are as follows:
Stall Speeds at 16,000 Ibs. (7357 kg.)gross weight, power idle are as follows:
The maximum altitude lost in the wings level stall recovery is 280 fl.
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POWER CHART
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GENERAL
Despite most careful precautions taken by operators of crop dusting or spraying airplane
fires continue to occur. In the majority of cases, these fires are the result of accidents in which
the aircraft is damaged and subsequently catches fire. However, fires still occur in the air and on
the ground. Certain precautionary measures which may be taken to reduce these hazards are
given in the following sections.
Sulphur dust as used in sulphur dusting is very combustible. Sulphur itself has a very low
ignition point and is highly combustible when atomized with air which occurs during dusting
operations. Also, due to its excellent dielectric properties, sulphur picks up electric charges
readily, which, under atmospheric conditions oflow relative humidity, may result in combustion.
There are actual cases of sulphur igniting when thrown from a workman's shovel due to static
electricity. Although such occurrences are rare, they serve as examples of how easily sulphur can
be ignited. In the industrial handling of sulphur (pulverizing, grinding, etc.) every effort is made
to prevent the formation of a cloud of sulphur dust because ofthe danger of explosion. In airplane
dusting operations, however, reverse conditions exist since, generally speaking, the objective is
to form a cloud of sulphur in order to distribute the insecticide widely, Obviously, the problem of
fire prevention in sulphur dusting operations is more complicated than in industry.
(1) Dusting with a dirty airplane coated with oil and sulphur dust is inviting trouble.
Aircraft used for spreading sulphur should be kept as clean as possible at all times.
(2) The engine exhaust system should be maintained free from leaks and the best grades
of lubricating oil should be used in order to decrease carbon formation.
(3) Care should be exercised while loading the hopper in order to prevent foreign matter
such as wire, paper, etc., from getting in the hopper. Such foreign matter may cause a spark or
clog the agitator shaft and cause it to overheat, thus starting a fire.
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(5) Fires which occur while dusting with sulphur usually occur dUIing conditions oflow
relative humidity. Relative humidity is usually lowest duIing the late morning and early afternoon.
Therefore, as a further precaution against sulphur dust fires, dusting should be done only in the
early morning or late evening, preferably duIing the early morning.
(6) The throttle should not be opened suddenly except in case of emergency. A sudden
blast of exhaust frequently throws sparks from the exhaust into the dust swath.
Due to the fact that the pull-up at the end of the field directs the exhaust downward
towards the dust swath, it is also suggested that the hopper gate be closed prior to effecting the
pull-up at the end of the field to minimize the pOSSibility of fire. This may reduce the efficiency of
the dusting operations slightly, however, the pilot can always make a tIip across the ends to spread
dust on the parts of the field missed by closing the gate early.
(7) Compartments where dust might collect should be ventilated and be free of ignition
sources such as electIical circuits unless special provisions are made to prevent sparks from short
circuits or other sources such as unsealed circuit breakers.
(8) The hazards of dusting with sulphur must not be minimized because of previous
favorable expeIience. Remember. it takes only one act of carelessness or inattention to cause a
disastrous fire.
Sparks From the Engine Exhaust. Fires due to hot carbon sparks from the engine
exhaust can, of course, be prevented by keeping the exhaust discharge and sulphur dust apart.
The engine exhaust system should be so arranged that it will not discharge exhaust gases under
or along the bottom of the alrplane. Sulphur will ignite at a temperature of apprOximately 5000
F when discharged from the cylinder. Although the gases will cool conSiderably in the exhaust
manifold and will cool further upon coming in contact with the outside air, potential fire hazards
still exist. It is therefore desirable to place the exhaust outlet as far away from the path of the
sulphur discharge as possible. The exhaust discharge should, in addition, be so directed that it
will not be blown into the dust swath when a pull-up is effected. The most satisfactory location
for the exhaustis above the top wing of the airplane with the outlet directed outward and upward.
Static Electricity. All aircraft engaged in spreading sulphur dust should be completely
bonded by connecting all metal parts with electIical cable and also should be provided with sharp
pOinted static discharge rods on each wing tip in order to provide the maximum of protection
against a spark discharge. Complete bonding of an airplane will prevent differences in electIical
potential between various metal parts and will thereby prevent sparks from occurIing between
these parts. For this reason, even though it is sometimes not possible or practical to completely
bond all parts of the wings and tail surfaces. at least the fuselage aft and in the vicinity of the
hopper, the struts and fittings adjacent to the hopper and the hopper itself should be bonded.
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ISSUED: NOVEMBER 29, 1997 AT-802A AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL PAGE 34E OF 34
AIR TRACTOR. INC.
Olney. Texas
Poorly Designed or Improperly Fitted Agitator Shafts. Agitator shaft bearings are
frequently not lubricated properly and are not sealed against the entry of sulphur dust. On some
installations the hopper sags when loaded and causes the shaft to bind in its bearings. A shaft
operating under these conditions will frequently overheat. and may readily reach temperatures
sufficiently high to ignite the sulphur that has collected in and around the bearings.
Agitator shaft bearings should be sealed against the entry of sulphur dust and provided
with sealed type bearings or else made accessible for lubrication. The installation should be so
designed that sagging the hopper will not cause the bearings to bind.
There should be sufficient clearance between the agitator blades and the sides of the
hopper to preclude the possibility of the blades striking the hopper. However, the clearance should
not be excessive; otherwise dust may pack up on the sidewalls of the hopper. thereby resulting
in friction hazards.
The design and position of the venturi is important in connection with keeping the airplane
free from dust. The venturi should be designed and positioned on the airplane so that the flow of
dust will be directed downward and clear of the airplane. A venturi embodying a flat upper surface
and a cambered lower surface with a progreSSively increasing droop at the trailing edge may prove
helpful.
FAA APPROVED
ISSUED: NOVEMBER 29,1997 AT-802A AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL PAGE 34F OF 34
AIR TRACTOR, INC.
Olney, Texas
The aforementioned considerations concerning sulphur dusting fires. In general, are also
considered applicable to combustible liquid insecticides. The material pertaIning to carelessness,
sparks from engine exhaust, static electricity, and ventilation is considered particularly pertinent.
Other items conSidered applicable to combustible liqUid insecticides are as follows:
Lines Containing Inflammable Fluids. All lines carrying inflammable fluids should be
of material having a resistance to fire equilavent to that of aluminum alloys. Hose and clamp type
connections should not be used In lines which are under pressure. Where a line operates under
pressure a connection having fire resistance equivalent to the remainder of the lIne should be
used.
Fluid Shut-Off Provisions. Valves or other means of shutting off the flow of combustible
liquids in the event of a fire should be prOvided. These valves should be located as near the tank
as practicable.
FAA APPROVED
ISSUED: NOVEMBER 29, 1997 AT-802A AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL PAGE 34G OF 34
Exemption_No. 5651
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In the matter of the petition of
Air Tractor Inc. ** Regulatory Docket No. 27122
for an exemption from § 61.31(a) (1) *
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of the Federal Aviation Regulations *
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GRANT OF EXEMPTION
By letter dated January 7, 1993, Mr. Leland Snow,
President, Air Tractor Inc., petitioned on behalf of the
operators of the Air Tractor AT-802 and AT-802A, for an exemption
from § 61.31(a) (1) of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).
This exemption would permit pilots of Air Tractor models AT-802
and AT-802A to operate these airplanes without a type rating
although the maximum gross weight of these airplanes exceeds
12,500 pounds.
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The FAA has evaluated this request and finds that a grant
of exemption is in the public interest.
The AT-802/802A airplanes are currently being operated with
experimental airworthiness certificates; the limitations of
the experimental airworthiness certificates currently
include a 12,500 pound maximum gross weight. Air Tractor
has applied for a type certificate in the restricted
category, for which the maximum gross weight would be
16,000 pounds, and for which the special purpose operations
would include agricultural and pest control, forest and
wildlife conservation, and narcotic crop eradication. The
FAA expects to approve the certificate for agricultural
special purpose operations, in the near future. Upon
issuance of the type certificate, restricted category
airworthiness certificates could be issued.
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Acting Director
Flight Standards Service
Exemption Na.5651A
Regulatory Docket No. 27122
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The FAA has determined that good cause exists for waiving Federal
Register publication and comment procedures because any delay in
acting on this petition would be detrimental to the Air Tractor
Inc. Therefore, the FAA has waived the requirement for
publication and comment.
The FAA issued Exemption No. 5651 on April 30, 1993. This
exemption included conditions and limitations to ensure that a
level of safety equivalent to that provided by the rule from
which the exemption was issued.
The FAA has evaluated the petitioner's request to allow its
authorized agents to conduct the required flight instruction and
has determined that, with appropriate experience, the request has
merit. The experience requirements for these authorized persons
are listed in the conditions and limitations of this exemption.
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William J.
Acting Director, Flight Standards
Service
800 Independence Ave .. S.W.
u.s. Department Washington, D.C. 20591
of Transportation
Federal Aviation
Administration
JAN 18 1995
In your petition, you state that the conditions and reasons presented in
the original petition upon which the exemption was granted remain
unchanged.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that good cause
exists for not publishing a summary of the petition in the Federal Register
because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a precedent
and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air
Tractor, Inc.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
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Sincerely,
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William J. Wnite
Act i ng Di rector
Flight Standards Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave., S.W
of Tronsportotion Washington, D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
This is in response to your April 25, 1997, letter petitioning the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) on behalf of Air Tractor, Inc. (Air Tractor),
for an extension of Exemption No. 5651, as amended. That exemption from
§ 61.31(a) (1) of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) permits Air
Tractor and pilots of Air Tractor model AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes to
operate those airplanes without holding a type rating, although the maximum
gross weight of the airplanes exceeds 12,500 pounds.
In your petition, you indicate that the conditions and reasons regarding
public interest and safety, presented in the original petition upon which
the exemption was granted, remain unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary
of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested extension of
the exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this
petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
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Sincerely,
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Thomas E Stuckey, Acting Director, Flight Standards Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave .. S.W.
of Transportation Washington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
In your petition, you indicate that the conditions and reasons regarding
public interest and safety, presented in the original petition upon which
the exemption was granted, remain unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary
of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested extension of
the exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this
petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
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R~chard Gor:JJ~~
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Acting Director, Flight Standards Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave .. S.W
of Tronsporlation Washington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
In your petition, you indicate that the conditions and reasons regarding
public interest and safety, presented in the original petition upon which
the exemption was granted, remain unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary
of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested extension of
the exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this
petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
Sincerely,
L. Nicholas Lacey
Director, Flight Standard Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave .. S.W.
r------, of Transportation Washington. D.C, 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
In your petition, you indicate ,that the conditions and reasons regarding
public interest and safety, presented in the original petition upon which
the exemption was granted, remain unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause 'exists for not publishing a summary
of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested extension of
the exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this
petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for .the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
Sincerely,
L. Nicholas Lacey
Dir~ctor, Flight Standards Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave .. SW.
of Transportation Washington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
In your petition, you indicate that the conditions and reasons regarding
public interest and safety, presented in the original petition upon which
the exemption was granted, remain unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary
of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested extension of
the exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this
petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remains valid with respect to this
exemption.
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Please note the FAA has assigned a new docket number to this project
(Docket No. FAA-2002-11498; previously Docket No. 27122). In an effort to
allow the public to participate in tracking the FAA's rulemaking
activities, we have transitioned to the Department of Transportation's
Internet-accessible Docket Management System (DMS) , located at
http://dms.dot.gov. This new system enables interested persons to submit,
view, and download requests to the DMS in accordance with 14 CFR § 11.63.
Future requests should be submitted through this system.
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Louis C. Cusimano
Acting Director, Flight Standards Service
u.s. Deportment 800 Independence Ave" SW.
ofTransportatioo Washington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
This is in response to your February 16, 2004, letter petitioning the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) on behalf of Air Tractor, Inc. (Air Tractor) for an extension of
Exemption No. 5651, as amended. That exemption from § 61.3I(a)(I) of Title 14, Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) permits Air Tractor and pilots of Air Tractor AT-802and
AT~802Aairplanes t()operatethose airplanes without holding a type ratiIlg, although the
maximum gross weight of the airplanes exceeds 12,500 pounds.
In your petition, you indicate that the conditions and reasons regarding public interest and
safety, presented in the original petition upon which the exemption was granted, remain
unchanged.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a sununary of the petition
in the Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a
precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of Exemption No. 5651, as
amended, remains valid with respect to this exemption. However, the FAA notes that under
Section 113 of the Aviation Transportation and Security Act, the Attorney General ofthe
United States created the Foreign Terrorist Tracking Task Force (FTTTF). This enables the
. Attorney General to conduct security checks on foreign nationals seeking flight training from
U.S. flight instructors on aircraft with a certificated take off weight of 12,500 pounds or
above. TheFTTTF has created an online system called the Flight Training Candidate Checks
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In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest.
Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. §§ 40113 and 44701, delegated to
me by the Administrator, Exemption No. 5651, as amended, is hereby further amended by
extending its April 30, 2004, termination date to April 30, 2006, unless sooner superseded or
rescinded.
All conditions and limitations of Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remain the same. This
letter shall be attached to, and is a part of, Exemption No. 5651.
Sincerely,
.?. ;h
Jo • Allen
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Ac 'ng Director, Flight Standards Service
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Federal Aviation
AdmInIstration
This letter is to inform you that we have granted your petition to extend Exemption No. 5651,
as amended. It explains the basis for our decision and describes its effect.
In your petition, you indicate that there has been no change in the conditions and reasons
relative to public interest and safety that were the basis for granting the original exemption.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary ofthe petition
in the Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a
precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
Our Decision
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of Exemption No. 5651, as
amended, remains valid with respect to this exemption. However, the FAA notes that under
Section 113 of the Aviation Transportation and Security Act, the Attorney General of the
United States created the Foreign Terrorist Tracking Task Force (FTTTF). This enables the
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Attorney General to conduct security checks on foreign nationals seeking flight training from
U.S. flight instructors on aircraft with a certificated take off weight of 12,500 pounds or
above. The FTTTF has created an online system called the Flight Training Candidate Checks
Program (FTCCP), at https:llwww.flightschoolcandidatcs.gov, with which to collect the
information needed for conducting these checks. Therefore, the FAA reminds the petitioner
that Federal law requires Air Tractor to comply with the FTCCP.
All conditions and limitations of Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remain the same. This
letter must be attached to, and is a part of, Exemption No. 5651.
Sincerely,
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t1·~~~~ng Director, Flight Standards
Service
u.s. Department 800 Independence Ave., SW.
of Transportation Washington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
This letteds to inform you that we have granted your petition to extend Exemption
No. 5651, as amended. It explains the basis for our decision and describes its effect.
In your petition, you indicate that there has been no change in the conditions and reasons relative
to public interest and safety that were the basis for granting the original exemption.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition in
the Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a precedent,
and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
Our Decision
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of Exemption No. 5651, as
amended, remains valid with respect to this exemption and is in the public interest. Therefore,
J)1l.der the authority providedby.49 U.S.C. 40113 and 44701, which the FAA Administrator has
d~legated. to me" I grant your petition. .... . ". . .
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All conditions and limitations of Exemption No. 5651, as amended, remain the same. This letter
must be attached to, and is a part of, Exemption No. 5651.
James J. Ballough
Director, Flight Standards Service
US. Department 800 Independence Ave .. S W
of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
Administration
NOV 232009
Exemption No. 5651K
Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2002-11498
This letter is to inform you that we have granted your petition to extend and amend Exemption
No. 5651, as amended. It explains the basis for our decision and describes its effect.
In your petition, you indicate that there has been no change in the conditions and reasons
relative to public interest and safety that were the basis for granting the original exemption.
The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition
in the Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a
precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
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Our Decision
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of Exemption No. 5651, as
amended, remains valid with respect to this exemption and is in the public interest. Therefore,
under the authority provided by 49 U.S.C. 40113 and 44701, which the FAA Administrator
has delegated to me, I grant your petition, subject to the conditions and limitations listed
below.
2. The manufacturer shall develop and maintain a training manual that includes. the
aircraft systems, performance, and handling characteristics.
3. Except as provided in Condition No.5, prior to operations under this exemption, the
pilot must have successfully completed ground instruction on the systems performance
and handling characteristics of the AT-802/802A or AT-1002/1002A. A record of this
instruction must be made available by the pilot upon request by the Administrator.
4. The person authorized to give instruction under this exemption must meet the
following minimum qualifications:
a. Be authorized by Air Tractor to give this instruction;
b. Hold at least a commercial pilot certificate; and
c. Meet the following experience requirements:
I. 500 hours of flight time in turbine-powered agricultural type airplanes;
or
ii. 1,000 hours of flight time in agricultural type airplanes which includes
at least 100 hours of flight time in an AT-S02 or AT-802/802A.
5. Pilots who have logged at least 100 hours of flight time, with at least 10 hours in the
preceding 12 calendar months, in an Air Tractor AT-S02 need not complete the
training requirements of Condition No.3. A record of this flight time must be made
available by the pilot upon request by the Administrator.
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6. A copy of this exemption must either be incorporated into the FAA-approved flight
manual or carried on the airplane while operating under this exemption.
Sincerely,
John W. McGraw
Acting Director, Flight Standards
Service
u.s. Deportment 800 Independence Ave., SW.
of Transportation WaShington. D.C. 20591
Federal Aviation
AdmInistration
March 29,2012
Exemption No. 5651L
Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2002-l1498
This letter is to inform you that we have granted your petition to extend and amend Exemption
No. 5651, as amended. It explains the basis for our decision, describes its effects, and lists the
conditions and limitations ofthe exemption, including the date it ends.
Additionally, you requested to extend your exemption for 5 years because ofthe time it takes
to process administrative requests. The FAA, however, finds it in the best interest of safety to
review this exemption every 2 years. This allows us to ensure that there has been no change
in circumstances or regulations from which the exemption is granted.
In your petition, you indicate thatthere has been no change in the conditions and reasons
relative to public interest and safety that were the basis for granting the original exemption.
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The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition
in the Federal Register because the requested extension of the exemption would not set a
precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to Air Tractor.
Our Decision
The FAA has determined that the justification for the issuance of Exemption No. 5651, as
amended, remains valid with respect to this exemption and is in the public interest. Therefore,
under the authority provided by 49 U.S.C. 40113 and 44701, which the FAA Administrator
has delegated to me, I grant your petition, subject to the conditions and limitations listed
below.
2. The manufacturer shall develop and maintain a training manual that includes the
aircraft systems, performance, and handling characteristics.
3. Except as provided in Condition No.5, prior to operations under this exemption, the
pilot must have successfully completed ground instruction on the systems performance
and handling characteristics of the AT-S02/S02A or AT-I 00211 002A. A record of this
instruction must be made available by the pilot upon request by the Administrator.
4. The person authorized to give instruction under this exemption must meet the
following minimum qualifications:
a. Be authorized by Air Tractor to give this instruction;
b. Hold at least a commercial pilot certificate; and
c. Meet the following experience requirements:
i. 500 hours of flight time in turbine-powered agricultural type airplanes;
or
ii. 1,000 hours of flight time in agricultural type airplanes which includes
at least 100 hours of flight time in an AT-502 or AT-S02/S02A.
5. Pilots who have logged at least 100 hours of flight time, with at least 10 hours in the
preceding 12 calendar months, in an Air Tractor AT-502 need not complete the
training requirements of Condition No.3. A record of this flight time must be made
available by the pilot upon request by the Administrator.
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6. A copy of this exemption must either be incorporated into the FAA-approved flight
manual or carried on the airplane while operating under this exemption.
Sincerely,
Ray nd Towles
Acting Director, Flight Standards
Service