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A16EA-AMERICAN GENERAL - Data Pertinent to All Models (Revision 11)
AMERICAN GENERAL AA-5, AA-5A, AA-5B, AG-5B, August 25, 1993
Type Certificate Holder: American General Aircraft Holding Co., Inc.
2900 One Liberty Place
1650 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

An FAA approved Airplane Fight Manual dated February 26, 1979, is required for the following aircraft:

Model AA-5B: S/N 0973, 0975, 1021,1029, 1088, 1092, 1101, 1103, 1104, 1108 and subsequent.

III. - Model AA5B, Tiger, 4 PCLM, Utility Category, approved November 27, 1974;
.... Normal Category, approved November 27, 1974

Engine: Lycoming O-360-A4K (Carburetor HA-6 with setting 10-5092).

Fuel: 100/100 minimum grade aviation gasoline

Engine Limits: For all operations, 2700 rpm (180 hp)

Propeller and Propeller Limits:
MaCauley Model 1A170/FFA-7563 with B-4273 spacer (aluminum) or 1A170/KFA 7563 with B-4273 spacer (aluminum).
Static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting; not over 2325; not under 2175. Diameter: not over 75 inches; not under 74.5 inches.
No additional tolerance permitted.
Propeller Spinner
(Original spinner installation) Backplate Assembly 5506006-502, Shim 5502035-2, Front Bulkhead 5506005-2 or -4 and Spinner Assembly 5506002-1 or -503; or (Globe spinner installation) Bulkhead Assembly Aft 5506008-5095, Bulkhead Assembly Fwd 550-6010-503, Doubler 5506011-3 and Spinner 5506009-3.
Airspeed Limits (CAS)
Vne Never exceed 200 mph (174 knots)
Vno Maximum structural cruising 165 mph (143 knots)
Va Maneuvering utility category 130 mph (113 knots)
Va Maneuvering normal category 130 mph 113106 knots)
Vfe Flaps extended 120 mph (104 knots)
Canopy partially ppened 130 mph (113 knots)
C.G. Range Normal (Straight line variation between points given)
(+89.0) to (+92.5) at 2,400 lbs.
(+81.0) to (+92.5) at 1,920 lbs.
Utility (Straight line variation between points given)
(+83.17) to (+85.32) at 2,050 lbs.
(+81.0) to (+85.32) at 1,520 lbs.
Empty Weight C. G. Range: None
Maximum Weight
2,050 lbs. (Utility Category)
2,400 lbs. (Normal Category)
Number of Seats
2 at (+90.6)
2 at (+126.0)
Maximum Baggage: 120 lbs. at (+148.0)
Maximum Cargo: (Rear Seat Folded Down) 340 lbs. at (+116.4)
Fuel Capacity (See NOTE 1 for unusable fuel)
(Optional Tanks) 51 gallons (2 wing tanks) at (+94.8)
Oil Capacity: (6 quarts usable, 2 quarts minimum)
8 quarts at (+32.0)
Control Surface Movements
Elevator: 23° ± 1°, up 17° ± 2° down
Rudder: 25° ± 2°, left 25° ± 2° right
Ailerons: 15° + 2-0° up, 7.5° + 2.5 - 0° down
Flaps: 45° ± 2° down
Elevator Trim Tab: 14° ± 3° up, 30° ± 1° down
Serial Numbers Eligible: AA5B-0001 and up (Normal and Utility Category)
Service Life Limit Information with respect to service life limited parts on this Model is contained in the applicable manufacturer's service manual, "Model AA-5, AA-5A, AA-5B, AG-5B Service Manual,"
Section 3-00, "Service Life Limited Components." Service life limits appearing in this manual may not be changed without FAA Engineering approval.
Service life limited parts must be retired in accordance with the following schedule:
Component Part Number Service Life (Hours)
Inboard Spar Assembly, 5102310-502: 12,000
Wing Spar Assembly, 5201004-501: 12,500
Wing Outboard Spar Assembly, 5201189-501: 12,500
Shoulder Bolt, 901044-2: 7,250
NOTE 1: A current weight and balance report, including a list of equipment in the certificated empty weight and also loading instructions must be provided for each airplane at the time of original certification.
A. Applicable to Model AA-5 and Model AA-5A (with Standard Tanks).
The certificated weight empty and corresponding center-of-gravity location must include 6 lbs. (1 gal.) at (+90.9) of unusable fuel. (Undrainable fuel and oil is negligible.)
B. Applicable to Model AG-5B, AA5B and Model AA-5A (with Optional Tanks).
The certificated weight empty and corresponding center-of-gravity location must include 9.6 lbs. (1.6 gal.) at (+94.8) of unusable fuel. (Undrainable fuel and oil is negligible.)

NOTE 2: The following placards must be installed in full view of the pilot:

(a) "THIS AIRPLANE MUST BE OPERATED AS A NORMAL OR UTILITY CATEGORY AIRPLANE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING LIMITATIONS STATED IN THE FORM OF PLACARDS, MARKINGS, AND MANUALS."

NORMAL CATEGORY

  • MAXIMUM DESIGN WEIGHT
    • 2,200 LBS ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
    • 2,400 LBS ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
  • DESIGN MANEUVERING SPEED, Va
    • 122 MPH CAS / 106 knots CAS ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
    • 130 MPH CAS / 113 knots CAS ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
  • FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS:
    • FLAPS UP +3.8, -1.52
    • FLAPS DOWN +3.5

NO ACROBATIC MANEUVERS, INCLUDING SPINS, APPROVED.

UTILITY CATEGORY

  • MAXIMUM DESIGN WEIGHT
    • 1,850 LBS ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
    • 2,050 LBS ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
  • DESIGN MANEUVERING SPEED, Va
    • 122 MPH CAS / 106 knots CAS ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
    • 130 MPH CAS / 113 knots CAS ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
  • FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS:
    • FLAPS UP +4.4, -1.76
    • FLAPS DOWN +3.5
  • REAR SEAT MUST NOT BE OCCUPIED.
  • ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ARE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
    • MANEUVER ENTRY SPEED (MPH / knots, CAS)
    • CHANDELLES
      • 122 / 106 ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
      • 130 / 113 ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
    • LAZY EIGHTS
      • 122/ 106 ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
      • 130 / 113 ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
    • STEEP TURNS
      • 122 / 106 ( AA-5 & AA-5A)
      • 130 / 113 ( AA-5B & AG-5B)
  • STALLS (EXCEPT SLOW DECELERATION WHIP STALLS)
  • SPINS PROHIBITED
  • MAXIMUM ALTITUDE LOSS IN STALLS
    • 350 FEET ( AA-5 & AA-5A & AG-5B)
    • 300 FEET (AA-5)
  • DEMONSTRATED CROSSWIND VELOCITY
    • 18 MPH ( AA-5A & AA-5B & AG-5B)
    • 17 MPH (AA-5)

THIS AIRPLANE IS NOT APPROVED FOR FLIGHT IN ICING CONDITIONS
( AA-5A, AA-5B AND AG-5B).
KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS TO BE AVOIDED ( AA-5).

THIS AIRPLANE IS CERTIFICATED FOR THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS AS OF DATE OF ORIGINAL AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATE: IFR, VFR, DAY, NIGHT

REFER TO WEIGHT AND BALANCE FOR LOADING INSTRUCTIONS.

READ FUEL GAUGES IN LEVEL FLIGHT ONLY.

FOR NORMAL OPERATION, MAINTAIN FUEL BALANCE.

(b) On left side of cabin:

"130 MPH MAXIMUM CANOPY OPEN TO HERE.
NO FLIGHT WITH CANOPY OPEN BEYOND THIS POINT."

(c) In baggage compartment:

"120 POUNDS MAXIMUM BAGGAGE. FOR ADDITIONAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS, SEE WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA. NO HEAVY OBJECTS ON HAT SHELF."

(d) On rear seat base (visible with seat in cargo position):

"NO PASSENGERS. 340 POUNDS MAXIMUM CARGO. DISTRIBUTE EVENLY. FOR ADDITIONAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS, SEE WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA
AND OWNER'S MANUAL."

(e) Under rear seat base (visible with rear seat back upright):

"NO STEP - BEFORE FLIGHT - REAR SEAT MUST BE TURNED DOWN TO COVER THIS AREA."

(f) Near fuel caps:

(g) Fuel control panel:

(h) On glove box door:

(i) On instrument panel:

"CAUTION: FLASHING BEACON IN CLOUDS MAY CAUSE VISUAL DISORIENTATION."
"TURN OFF STROBE IN CLOUD, FOG, OR HAZE. TAXI WITH STROBE OFF."

"AVOID CONTINUOUS OPERATION BETWEEN 1850 AND 2250 RPM WHILE DESCENDING."

(j) On left hand side panel:

"FOR FLIGHT WITH REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS AND/OR CARGO,
CHECK WEIGHT AND BALANCE."

(k) On baggage door:

"TO OPEN DOOR FROM INSIDE, SLIDE HANDLE FORWARD."

(l) On throttle quadrant:

(m) On eyebrow:

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