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A-691 Rev 34
A-691 Rev 34
The New Piper Aircraft, Inc transferred TC A-691 to Piper Aircraft, Inc on August 7,
2006.
Fuel
Engine Limits
Propeller Limits
C. G. Range
(+10.6) to (+22.7)
See NOTE 3 for restricted limits on certain Serial Nos. below 4502.
If placard "Solo flying in rear seat only" is installed (See NOTE 2): (+7.8) to (+20.0)
(40 hp)
85 mph
115 mph
( 74 knots)
(100 knots)
When empty weight C. G. falls within range given, computation of critical fore and aft
C. G. positions is unnecessary. Range is not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
1025 lb.
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb. (+49)
Fuel Capacity
12 gallons (-18)
Oil Capacity
1 gallon (-39)
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Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
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Left
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Down
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2325, 2327, 2339, 2340, 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2351 and up;
2356-A and up; and 8277-1 through 8277-40.
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 102, 103 and 104(b).
Continental A-50-1
Fuel
Engine Limits
Propeller Limits
C. G. Range
(+10.6) to (+22.7)
See NOTE 3 for restricted limits on certain Serial Nos. below 4502.
If placard "Solo flying in rear seat only" is installed (See NOTE 2): (+8.1) to (+21.1)
(50 hp)
90 mph
122 mph
( 78 knots)
(106 knots)
When empty weight C. G. falls within range given, computation of critical fore and aft
C. G. positions is unnecessary. Range is not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
1100 lb.
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb.
Fuel Capacity
12 gallons
Oil Capacity
1 gallon (-29)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
2325, 2327, 2339, 2340, 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2350, 2351, and up;
2356-A and up; and 8277-1 through 8277-40.
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 103 and 104(a).
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Fuel
Engine Limits
Propeller Limits
C. G. Range
(+10.6)
to
(+19.7) with Edo floats
(+13.7)
to
(+19.7) with McKinley floats.
See NOTE 3 for restricted limits on certain Serial Nos. below 4502.
If placard "Solo flying in rear seat only" is installed (See NOTE 2):
(+8.3)
to
(+16.8) with Edo floats
(+13.2)
to
(+18.7) with McKinley floats
When empty weight C. G. falls within range given, computation of critical fore and aft
C. G. positions is unnecessary. Range is not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb.
Fuel Capacity
12 gallons
Oil Capacity
1 gallon (-29)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
2325, 2327, 2339, 2340, 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2351, 2355 and up;
2356-A and up; and 8277-1 through 8277-40.
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 104(a) and 151.
90 mph
122 mph
( 78 knots)
(106 knots)
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IV. - Model J3C-65 (Army L-4, L-4A, L-4B (Navy NE-1), L-4H, L-4J (Navy NE-2)), 2 POLM, Approved July 6, 1939.
See NOTE 7 regarding conversion to 2 PCLM.
Army L-4 (previously Army 0-59) is the same as Model J3C-65. Army L-4A (previously Army 0-59A) and Army L-4B
are the same as Model J3C-65 except for transparent turtledeck enclosure, revised rear seat with seat back belts, addition of
rear shelf and rear floorboard. Army L-4H is same as L-4A except for G. F. radio equipment and revised method of
installing the transparent cockpit enclosure. Army L-4J (Navy NE-2) same as any L-4, L-4A, L-4B and L-4H except for
installation of propeller, Item 1.
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Fuel
Engine limits
Propeller Limits
Static r.p.m. at maximum permissible throttle setting (No additional tolerance permitted):
(a) With A-65-1 engine:
Not over 2300, not under 2000.
(b) With optional engines (Item 311C) and propeller Item 2 or 101:
Not over 2300, not under 1950.
Diameter: Not over 81 inches, not under 69.7 inches (with fixed pitch wood propeller).
Not over 74 inches, not under 72 inches (with propeller Item 2).
C. G. Range
(+10.6) to (+22.7)
See NOTE 3 for restricted limits on certain Serial Nos. below 4502.
If placard "Solo flying in rear seat only" is installed (See NOTE 2):
(+8.5)
to (+20.3)
When empty weight C. G. falls within range given, computation of critical fore and aft
C. G. positions is unnecessary. Range is not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
Serial Nos. 7842, 7845 through 7883, and 7912 and up are eligible for 1170 lb. maximum
weight. These airplanes are also eligible for 1220 lb. maximum weight provided the
landing gear is revised in accordance with Piper Dwgs. 31472 and 31423.
Serial Nos. prior to 7912, and not listed above, are eligible for 1100 lb. maximum weight.
These airplanes are also eligible for 1170 lb. maximum weight provided the lift
struts and attachments are revised in accordance with Piper Dwgs. No. 12352,
13233 and 21642 and for further increase to 1220 lb. upon revision of the landing
gear in accordance with Piper Dwgs. No. 31472 and 31423.
Serial Nos. 10339 and up and 2356-A and up of Model J3C-65 eligible for 1220 lb.
maximum weight.
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb.
Fuel Capacity
12 gallons
(-18)
Oil Capacity
1 gallon
(-29)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
2325, 2327, 2339, 2340, 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2351, 2355 and up;
2356-A and up; and 8277-1 through 8277-40.
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 102, 103 and 104(a).
(65 hp)
90 mph ( 78 knots)
122 mph (106 knots)
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Continental A-65-1
Fuel
Engine Limits
Propeller Limits
Static r.p.m. at maximum permissible throttle setting (No additional tolerance permitted):
With Edo floats (Items 151, 206 or 208):
1. With A-65-1 engine (Not eligible with Item 208):
Not over 2300, not under 2000.
2. With optional engines (Item 311C) and Item 2 or 101:
Not over 2250, not under 1930.
With McKinley floats:
1. With A-65-1 engine:
Not over 2300, not under 2100.
2. With optional engines (Item 311C) and Item 2 or 101:
Not over 2250, not under 2050.
With Wollam floats:
1. With optional engines (Item 311C) and Item 2 or
101 and 1200 lb. maximum weight:
Not over 2250, not under 2050.
2. With A-65-1 engine and 1300 lb. maximum weight:
Not over 2300, not under 2050.
3. With optional engines (Item 311C) and Item 2
or 101 and 1300 lb. maximum weight:
Not over 2300, not under 2000.
With Heath floats:
1. With A-65-1 engine or any engine of Item 311C and Item 2 or 101:
Not over 2300, not under 2100.
Diameter:
With Edo, McKinley, Wollam and Heath floats, with any engine of Item 311C and
Item 2 propeller:
Not over 74 inches, not under 72 inches.
With Edo floats (at maximum weight up to 1200 lb.) and McKinley floats, with
A 65-1 or any Item 311C engine and Item 101 propeller:
Not over 76 inches, not under 69.7 inches.
With Wollam and Heath floats, with A-65-1 or any Item 311C engine, and Item
101 propeller:
Not over 72 inches, not under 70 inches.
With Edo 60-1320 or 92-1400 floats at 1300 lb. maximum weight with A-65-1 or
any Item 311C engine and Item 2 or 101 propeller:
Not over 76 inches, not under 70 inches.
C. G. Range
See NOTE 3 for restricted limits on certain Serial Nos. below 4502.
(+10.6)
to (+19.7) with Edo floats and 1200 lb. maximum weight
(+13.7)
to (+19.7) with McKinley floats
(+10.6)
to (+19.7) with Wollam floats and 1200 lb. maximum weight
(+10.2)
to (+17.1) with Heath floats
(+10.6)
to (+19.0) with Edo 60-1320 or Wollam 1200 floats and
1300 lb. maximum weight
(+10.6)
to (+18.4) with Edo 92-1400 floats and 1100 lb. maximum
weight or less
(+12.0)
to (+17.0) with Edo 92-1400 floats and 1300 lb. maximum weight
(65 hp)
90 mph
122 mph
( 78 knots)
(106 knots)
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If placard "Solo flying in rear seat only" is installed (See NOTE 2):
(+8.4)
to (+17.4) with Edo floats and 1200 lb. maximum weight
(+13.2)
to (+17.3) with McKinley floats and 1160 lb. maximum weight
(+8.4)
to (+17.4) with Wollam floats and 1200 lb. maximum weight
(+7.8)
to (+14.0) with Heath floats and 1200 lb. maximum weight
(+8.7)
to (+16.8) with Edo 60-1320 or Wollam 1200 floats and
1300 maximum weight
(+8.1)
to (+15.3) with Edo 92-1400 floats and 1100 lb. maximum weight
(+10.8)
to (+14.3) with Edo 92-1400 floats and 1300 lb. maximum
When empty weight C. G. falls within pertinent range, computation of critical fore and
aft C. G. positions is unnecessary. Range is not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb.
Fuel Capacity
12 gallons
(-18)
Oil Capacity
1 gallon
(-29)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
2325, 2327, 2339, 2340, 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2351, 2355 and up;
2356-A, and up; and 8277-1 through 8277-40.
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 104(a) and 151.
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VI - Model PA-11, 2 PCLM, Approved April 30, 1947. See NOTE 7 regarding conversion to 2 POLM.
Model PA-11 is generally similar to the J3C-65 except vertical location of engine mount, cowling, forward fuselage structure,
types of seats, fuel system (including gas tank location), lift struts, required equipment, and eligibility of certain equipment
items, as listed. Elevator bungee (Piper Drawing number 80352) must be installed in order that the aircraft conform to the
pertinent flight requirements.
Engine
Continental A-65-8F
Fuel
Engine Limits
Airspeed Limits
(CAS)
Propeller Limits
90 mph
122 mph
(78 knots)
(106 knots)
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C. G. Range
(+12.9)
(+12.9)
(+13.8) to (+18.3) or
(+13.8) to (+15.5) when Item 311D(4) or 311D(5) is installed.
Both ranges valid for solo from either seat.
When empty weight C. G. falls within pertinent range, computation of critical fore and
aft C. G. positions is unnecessary. Ranges are not valid for non-standard arrangements.
Maximum Weight
1220 lb.
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb. (+55)
Fuel Capacity
Oil Capacity
1 gallon (-33.5)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Item 101, 304(d), and 305(c).
to
to
(+22.0)
(+20.0)
or
when Item 311D(4) or 311D(5) is installed.
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Continental A-56-8F
Fuel
Engine Limits
Airspeed Limits
(CAS)
Propeller Limits
C. G. Range
(+12.9)
Maximum Weight
1350 lb.
Number of Seats
Maximum Baggage
20 lb.
to
90 mph
122 mph
(78 knots)
(106 knots)
(+20.0)
(65 hp)
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(cont'd)
17 gallons (wing tank) (+24)
Oil Capacity
1 gallon (-33.5)
Elevator
Rudder
Aileron
Stabilizer
Required Equipment
In addition to the pertinent required basic equipment specified in CAR 4a, the following
items of equipment must be installed:
Items 101, 206 or 209.
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Leveling Means
Certification Basis
Production Basis
Approved for manufacture of spare parts only under Production Certificate No. 206.
Export Limitations
None.
Equipment
A plus (+) or minus (-) sign preceding the weight of an item indicates net weight change when that item is
installed.
Approval for the installation of all items of equipment listed herein has been obtained by the aircraft
manufacturer except those items preceded by an asterisk (*). The asterisk denotes that approval has been
obtained by someone other than the aircraft manufacturer. An item marked with an asterisk may not have
been manufactured under a FAA monitored or approved quality control system, and therefore attention
should be paid to workmanship and conformity with pertinent data called for in this specification.
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4.
Propeller - Hartzell ground adjustable hub HA12U, blades 7414 to 6814 or 7214M to 6814M.
Eligible on all models and all engines at diameter and static r.p.m. limits shown on specification
for fixed pitch wood propellers. Where no limits are specified use those of the propeller being
replaced.
NOTE: 7414 blades not eligible on Item 311C(5) for takeoff rating or on Item 311C(8).
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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101.
+9 lb. (-51)
+2 lb. (-39)
+2 lb. (-39)
105.
Carburetor air intake and filter (Continental A5810) (for Models J3C-65 and J3C-65S)
+3 lb.
(-44)
106.
+3 lb.
(-43)
107.
+11 lb.
(-33)
108.
109.
+5 lb. (-22.5)
+5 lb. (-27)
(b)
+5 lb. (-28)
*110.
*111.
+6 lb. (+24)
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311.
B.
C.
(9 gallons)
Model J3C-40:
(1) A-40-5
Models J3C-50 and J3C-50S:
(1) A-50-2
(2) A-50-3 or A-50-8
(3) A-50-4
(4) A-50-5 or A-50-9
(5) A-50-6
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(6) A-50-7
Models J3C-65 and J3C-65S:
(1) A-65-3 or A-65-8
Engine Limits: All operations, 2300 r.p.m. (65 hp)
(2) A-65-6 or A-65-9
Engine Limits: All operations, 2300 r.p.m. (65 hp)
(3) A-65-7
+1 lb. (-39)
+1 lb. (-39)
+1 lb. (-39)
+12 lb.
+6 lb.
+10 lb.
+3 lb.
+13 lb.
+16 lb.
No weight change
+10 lb.
+13 lb.
No weight change
(6) A-65-8F
Engine Limits: All operations, 2300 r.p.m. (65 hp)
+8 lb.
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Model PA-11:
(1) A-65-3 of A-65-8
Engine Limits: All operations, 2300 r.p.m. (65 hp)
-1 lb. (-40)
(2) A-65-6 or A-65-9
Engine Limits: (same as Item 311D(1))
+2 lb. (-40)
(3) A-65-14
Engine Limits: (same as Item 311D(1))
+12 lb. (-40)
(4) C-85-8FJ or C-85-12 with Item 101, 3 or 8 propeller
Use actual weight and arm
Eligible on landplane only.
Engine Limits: All operations, 2575 r.p.m. (85 hp.)
Propeller Limits (with Item 101 propeller):
Static r.p.m. at maximum permissible throttle setting:
Not over 2350, not under 1950.
No additional tolerance permitted.
Diameter: Not over 72 inches, not under 70 inches.
NOTE: C-85-8FJ engine should be installed in accordance with or equivalent
to Piper Dwg. No. SK-192. Because fuel valve is not accessible from rear
seat, rear cockpit must be placarded: "Solo flying from front seat only"
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311.
D.
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312.
313.
No weight change
+3 lb. (-39)
103.
Tail skid
151.
201.
+4 lb. (+190)
+106 lb. (+18)
+77 lb. (+18)
1.25 psi
1.75 psi
1.50 psi
203.
204.
Heath Model 1460A float installation (Model J3C-56S only) (166 lb.)
Bungee must be installed in the elevator control system per Piper Dwg. 80352.
205.
206.
207.
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209.
210.
+8 lb. (-31)
*211.
*212.
*213.
+7 lb. (+3)
*214.
+9 lb. (+3)
*215.
216.
304.
Tail wheels
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
*(j)
+4 lb. (+3)
Models J3C-40,
J3C-50, J3C-65
+3 lb. (+197)
+3 lb. (+197)
+5 lb. (+197)
+4 lb. (+197)
Model PA-11
-1 lb. (+197)
-1 lb. (+197)
+1 lb. (+197)
Req. (+197)
+2 lb. (+197)
-2 lb. (+197)
+2 lb. (+197)
-2 lb. (+197)
+2 lb. (+197)
-2 lb. (+197)
+2 lb. (+197)
-2 lb. (+197)
+2 lb. (+197)
-2 lb. (+197)
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Wheel streamlines
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-2 lb. (+3)
-1 lb. (+3)
+12 lb. (+3)
+6 lb. (+3)
Skis
Use actual weight change
Eligible on any airplane of these models provided the propeller installation
meets the minimum ground clearance. The maximum weight for the skiplane will be
the same as for the corresponding landplane or that shown in parenthesis after ski model,
whichever is less.
(a) Piper S-1000 (maximum 1200 lb.)
(b) Fairbanks MF-5 (maximum 1310 lb.)
(c) Federal SA-1 (maximum 1200 lb.)
(d) Federal SC-1 (maximum 1400 lb.)
(e) Aviation Service B (maximum 1100 lb.)
(f)
Air Transport 1220-480 (maximum 1220 lb.)
(g) Air Transport 1460-580 (maximum 1460 lb.)
(h) Marston MFS-1600 (maximum 1600 lb.)
(i)
Heath 655 (maximum 1310 lb.).
(j)
Heath 725 (maximum 1450 lb.)
(k) Air Transport 1224-580-1 (maximum 1220 lb.)
(l)
Marston MFS-1200 (maximum 1200 lb.)
(m) Wollam W-1650 (maximum 1650 lb.)
(n) Heath 725A (maximum 1450 lb.)
(o) Federal SKT-1 (maximum 1400 lb.)
(p) Federal SA-2 (maximum 1400 lb.)
(q) Federal SC-2 (maximum 1650 lb.)
(r)
Washington Aircraft 1200 (maximum 1200 lb.)
(s) Federal A-1500 or A-1500A (maximum 1500 lb.)
(t)
Call S1 (with 8.00-4 tires only) in accordance with Call Dwg. 1002
(maximum 1800 lb.)
(u) Federal A-1850 (maximum 1850 lb.) per Federal Dwg. 11R262
(v) Federal A-2000 or A-2000A (maximum 2000 lb.) per Federal Dwg. 11R262
*(w) Federal Model AWB-1500A wheel-ski, installed in accordance with Federal
Aircraft Works, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dwg. 11R560. The following placards
are required on ski position selector box:
"SKI CONTROL"
"UP-NEUTRAL-DOWN"
*(x) Federal AWB-2100 wheel-ski
Installed in accordance with Federal Aircraft Works,
Minneapolis, Minnesota Dwg. 11R1101
The following placards are required:
(1) "Do not extend or retract skis while in motion on the ground."
(2) On the ski position selector box:
"SKI CONTROL"
"UP-NEUTRAL-DOWN"
*(y) Wesco A-15 (maximum 1500 lb.)
A-20 or AS-2 (maximum 2000 lb.)
A-25, AS-2A or AS-2B (maximum 2500 lb.)
per Western Aircraft Equipment Company Dwg. Nos. 12 and 148.
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Electrical Equipment
303. Batteries
(a) Exide 3AC-7
(b) Willard SYR-7-3
(c) Reading 3-BRL-6
(d) Reading 324 LD (with box)
314.
316.
+4 lb. (+5)
Interior Equipment
401.
10 lb. (+53)
402.
+1 lb. (-17)
Emergency exit
309.
501.
*601.
*602.
(b)
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+2 lb. (+72)
*604.
*605.
Crop dusting installation (Models J3C-65 and PA-11 only) installed in accordance with
A. W. Whitaker, 5001 N.E. Union Avenue, Portland, Oregon, Dwgs. 100 and 100A, and
Data Sheet No. 100B. See NOTE 6 for limitations applicable to crop dusters.
*606.
*607.
*608.
*609.
*610.
Crop spraying installation (Models J3C-65 and PA-11 only) installed in accordance with
Broyhill Company's, Dakota City, Nebraska, following drawings:
Dwg. No. BC-J3-1 for Model J3C-65
Dwg. No. BC-PA11-1 for Model PA-11
The following placards are required:
(a) "Never exceed 100 mph TIAS with spray equipment installed."
(b) "All acrobatics including spins prohibited with spray equipment installed."
*611.
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*613.
*614.
Crop spraying installation (Model PA-11 with C-90 engine only) installed
in accordance with A. W. Whitaker, 5001 N.E. Union Avenue, Portland, Oregon, Installation
Instructions and Dwg. W-49 dated January 1, 1949.
The following placard is required:
"All acrobatics including spins prohibited with spray equipment installed."
*615.
*616.
Crop installation, "Frye Model 113" (Models J3C-65 and PA-11 only)
installed in accordance with Frye Manufacturing Company, Anadarko, Oklahoma,
Installation Instructions:
Disposable spray fluid
The following placards are required:
(a) "Never exceed 100 mph TIAS with spray equipment installed."
(b) "All acrobatics including spins prohibited with spray equipment installed."
*617.
(Weight at loaded)
(+33)
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(b)
*622.
Disposable dust
Eligible for certification in Normal or Restricted category.
See NOTE 6 for applicable limitations and placards.
*621.
*620.
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*624.
Ross control system conversion kit Models 7R100, 7R100A and 7R100B.
Use actual weight and
Install in accordance with Ross (Frederick W. Ross, 719 North Melborn Avenue,
balance change
Dearborn, Michigan) Dwgs. 7R100 through 7A120 revised November 4, 1955, and Ross
Installation Instructions dated April 6, 1953. Model 7R100 approved for Models J3C-65
and PA-11 only when both a 65 hp engine and Item 211, Testerman Tricycle Landing Gear, are
installed. Models 7R100A and 7R100B approved for Models J3C-65 and PA-11 with any
approved 65 to 90 hp engine and either type landing gear . The following placard is required
on the instrument panel:
"Equipped with Ross Control System."
*625.
(4)
C. G. Range:
(+10.9) to (+19.4)
Maximum Weight: 1100 lb.
Items 311C(1) through 311C(6), and 311C(8) engines only with McCauley 1A90-CF,
1A90-CH, and 1B90-CM fixed pitch metal propellers only at following static r.p.m. and
diameter limits: 2250 to 2150 and 71.0 to 69.5 inches, respectively (No other tolerances
permitted).
Required placard in view of pilot:
"Equipment with Reed Clipped Wing"
NOTE 1
Current weight and balance report including list of equipment included in certificated weight empty, and
loading instructions when necessary, must be in each aircraft at the time of original certification and at all
times thereafter (except in the case of air carrier operators having an approved weight control system).
NOTE 2
Placard front cockpits of Models J3C-50, J3C-65, J3C-50S with McKinley floats and J3C-65S with
McKinley floats: "Solo flying from rear seat only." Placard may be removed if individual aircraft actual
weight and balance shows that the approved C. G. limits will not be exceeded under any loading condition.
Manufacturer recommends that all J-3 airplanes be flown solo from the rear seat.
NOTE 3
Serial Nos. 4373, 4419, 4435, 4438, 4445, 4446, 4447, 4449, 4450 ,4451, 4452, 4457, 4458, 4459, 4460,
4464, 4466, 4467, 4471, 4473, 4474, 4475, 4477, 4478, 4495, and 4502 are eligible with the following C. G.
range:
Landplane
(+10.6)
to (+21.5)
Seaplane
(Edo floats)
(+10.6)
to (+18.5)
Seaplane
(McKinley floats)
(+13.7)
to (+18.5)
NOTE 4
Army TG-8 gliders having Serial Nos. G-1 and up are eligible for certification as J3C series airplanes under
the provisions of this specification provided that they have been converted to J3C airplanes and are in
conformity with the approved Piper data. Conversion procedure is given in Safety Regulation Release
No. 188.
NOTE 5
The following parts from TG-8 gliders can be used directly on Piper J3C series airplanes.
The replacement of such complete component parts is considered a minor repair in accordance with
FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1. Tail surfaces; landing gear tires and wheels; tail wheel; wing, provided the
spoiler and spoiler controls are removed; the control system from (and including) the middle occupant aft;
wing struts; instruments, same as or equivalent to those used on powered aircraft.
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NOTE 6
A-691
Models J3C-65 and PA-11 aircraft certificated in the Restricted Category prior to October 11, 1950 for crop
dusting, spraying or seeding may continue to operate with the additional limitations:
Model
PA-11
1220 lb.
1250 lb.
84 mph
Model J3C-65 or PA-11 may be converted from a closed (2 PCLM) to an open landplane (2 POLM) by
removal of doors and side windows in accordance with Piper Dwg. 10670, at a decrease of 13.5 lb. at +16
inches from datum.
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