SECTION IV
Operating Limitations
The AA-5 is approved for day VFR operation with Standard equipment installed. With appropriate optional equipment installed, the AA-5 is certified for day and night VFR and IFR. Operation must be in accordance with all FAA approved markings, placards and check lists in the airplane.
Normal Category Operation
The normal category is limited to airplanes intended for non-acrobatic operation within the flight load factor limitations listed below. The AA-5 is approved for the following normal category maneuvers:
- 1. Any maneuvers incident to normal flying.
- 2. Stalls (except whip stalls).
- 3. Lazy eights, chandelles, and steep turns in which the angel of bank is not more than 60°.
| Maximum Design Weight | 2200lbs |
| Design Maneuvering Speed | 122MPH |
| Flight Load Factors - Flaps Up | +3.8 - 1.52 |
| Flight Load Factors - Flaps Down | +3.5 |
Utility Category Operation
The utility category is limited to airplanes intended for limited acrobatic operation within the flight load factor limitations listed below. The rear seat must not be occupied during utility category operations. The AA-5 is approved for the following utility category maneuvers:
- 1. All maneuvers listed under normal category operation.
- 2. Lazy eights, chandelles, and steep turns, in which angle of bank is more than 60°.
| Maximum Design Weight | 1850lbs |
| Design Maneuvering Speed | 122MPH |
| Flight Load Factors - Flaps Up | +4.4 - 1.76 |
| Flight Load Factors - Flaps Down | +3.5 |
Aerobatic Limitations
| Maneuver | Entry Speed - CAS |
|---|---|
| Chandelles | 122 MPH |
| Lazy Eights | 122MPH |
| Steep Turns | 122MPH |
| Stalls(except whip stalls) | Slow deceleration |
| SPINS PROHIBITED |
All approved maneuvers listed can be performed to normally acceptable standards. As noted, spins are prohibited. In case of an inadvertend spin, recovery is affected by applying full rudder opposite to the spin rotation and neutralizing the aileron, then applying full down elevator. The controls should be applied briskly. As the rotaion stops, neutrlize the anti-spin rudder and elevator, then apply smooth elevator back pressure to bring the nose up to level flight.
Airspeed Limitations
| Maximum Glide or Dive, Smooth Air (Red Line) | 190 MPH CAS |
| Caution Range (Yellow Arc) | 150-190 MPH CAS |
| Normal Range (Green Arc) | 63-150 MPH CAS |
| Flap Operating Range (White Arc) | 61-120 MPH CAS |
| Maneuvering Speed | 122 MPH CAS |
| Maximum Canopy Partially Open | 130 MPH CAS |
Engine Instrument Markings
| Oil Temperature Gauge - Normal Operating Range | Green Arc |
| Maximum Allowable | 245° (Red Line) |
| Oil Pressure Gauge - Minimum Idling | 25 PSI |
| Normal Operating Range | 60-90 PSI |
| Maximum Allowable | 100 PSI |
| Fuel Pressure Gauge - Normal Operating Range | 0,5-8 PSI |
| Tachometer - Normal Operating Range | 2200-2700 RPM |
Cargo Loading
With rear seats folded down, in the cargo configuration, no passengers are allowed in the cargo area.
Place plywood or other suitable material under all high density cargoes to distribute the loads and prevent damage to the floors or supporting structures.
Weight and Balance
The following information will enable you to fly your AA-5 within the prescribed weight and center of gravity limitaions. To calculate the weight and balance for your AA-5, use the Sample Problem, Loading Graph and Center of Gravity Envelope charts as follows:
Write down the "Licensed Empty Weight" and "Moment" on the Sample Loading Problem chart under the column marked "your airplane" from the Weight and Balance Data sheet (and/or changes listed on FAA Form 337) included with your aircraft papers. Also add all additional weights and their corresponding moments (obtained from the "loading graph") of items to be carried on the flight. Plot the total weight and moment on the "Center of Gravity Envelope" chart and if the intersection point is within the envelope, the loading is acceptable.