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AA.I.A.K16FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

The contents of the Pilot Owner's Handbook (POH) or Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) with r...

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The contents of the Pilot Owner's Handbook (POH) or Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) with regard to the systems and components in the airplane.

Bottom line

The Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) is a document developed by the airplane manufacturer and approved by the FAA, specific to a particular make and model by serial number, containing operating procedures and limitations. The Airplane Owner/Information Manual is not FAA-approved, is not specific to a particular serial numbered airplane, and cannot be substituted for the AFM/POH.

FAA references

  1. AFH Glossary (p. G-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. AFH ch. 1 (p. 1-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AC 90-117, para. 3.2 — AC No: 90-117
  5. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  6. AC 120-76, para. 11.18 — AC No: 120-76D
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