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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 AA5: None

I. - Model AA5, Traveler, 4 PCLM, Utility Category, approved November 12, 1971;
.... Normal Category, approved November 12, 1971

Engine: Lycoming O-320-E2G (Carburetor MA-4 SPA with settings 10-5062 or 10-5009.

Fuel: 80/87 minimum grade aviation gasoline

Engine Limits: For all operations, 2700 rpm (150 hp)

Propeller and Propeller Limits:
1. (Cruise Prop) McCauley Model 1C172 (either 1C172/BTM-7359 fixed pitch propeller with B-4381 spacer (aluminum) or 1C172/ SBTM-7359 fixed pitch propeller with B-4425 spacer (steel).

(Note: When steel spacer is installed,
an "S" will be stamped in front of the BTM
on the propeller hub by the airframe manufacturer.)
Static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting; not over 2375; not under 2250. No additional tolerance permitted. Diameter: not over 73 inches, not under 71.5 inches. No additional tolerance permitted.
2. (Climb Prop) McCauley Model 1C172 (either 1C172/ BTM-7357 fixed pitch propeller with B-4381 spacer (aluminum) or 1C172/ SBTM-7357 fixed propeller with B-4425 spacer fixed propeller with B04425 spacer (steel).
(Note: When steel spacer is installed,
an "S" will be stamped in front of the BTM
on the propeller hub by the airframe manufacturer.)
Static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting: not over 2348, not under 2250; no additional tolerance permitted. Diameter: not over 73 inches, not under 71.5 inches. No additional tolerance permitted.
Propeller Spinner
(Original spinner installation) Backplate Assembly 5506006-501, Shim 6602035-1, Front Bulkhead 5506005-1 or -3 and Spinner 5506001-1 or -510; or (Globe spinner installation) Bulkhead Assembly Aft 5506008-503, Bulkhead Assembly Fwd 5506010-501, Doubler 5506011-1 and Spinner 5506009-3.
Airspeed Limits (CAS)
Vne Never exceed 190 mph (165 knots)
Vno Maximum structural cruising 150 mph (130 knots)
Va Maneuvering utility category 122 mph (106 knots)
Va Maneuvering normal category 122 mph (106 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)
(+87.25 to (+90.1) at 2,200 lbs.
(+80.0) to (+90.1) at 1,700 lbs.
Utility (Straight line variation between points given)
(+82.2) to (+84.5) at 1,850 lbs.
(+80.0) to (+84.5) at 1,700 lbs.
Empty Weight C. G. Range: None
Maximum Weight
1,850 lbs. (Utility Category)
2,200 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)
(Standard Tanks) 37 gallons (2 wing tanks) at (+90.9)
(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: 30° ± 2° up 20° ± 2° down
Rudder: 25° ± 2° left 25° ± 2° right
(Nominal from Neutral) Ailerons 15° + 2-0° up 7.5° + 21/-0° down
Flaps 30° ± 2° down
Elevator Trim Tab 16° ± 2° up 19° ± 2° down
Serial Numbers Eligible: AA5-0001 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 5102310-501 12,000
Wing Spar Assembly 5201002-501 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:
"FRICTION ADJ."
(m) On eyebrow:
"NO SMOKING.".

AA5 Traveler . . . / . . . AA5A Cheetah . . . / . . . AA5B Tiger . . . / . . . AG5B Tiger