Cessna skylance tc T182T, Information Manual

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SECTION 4 CESSNA
NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL T182T NAV III
GFC 700 AFCS
U.S.
CRUISE
Normal cruise is performed between 55% and 88% (sea level to 15,000
feet) and 55% and 83% (15,000 - 20,000 feet) of the rated MCP.
However, any power setting within the green arc ranges on the
manifold pressure indicator and tachometer may be used. The power
setting and corresponding fuel consumption for various altitudes can be
determined by using the data in Section 5.
CAUTION
CRUISE POWER SETTINGS ABOVE 27 IN.HG. WHEN
OPERATING AT OR ABOVE 15,000 FEET ARE NOT
APPROVED.
NOTE
Cruise flight should use 65 to 85% power as much as
possible until the engine has operated for a total of 50
hours or oil consumption has stabilized. Operation at this
higher power will ensure proper seating of the piston rings
and is applicable to new engines, and engines in service
following cylinder replacement or top overhaul of one or
more cylinders.
The Cruise Performance charts in Section 5 provide the pilot with flight
planning information for the Model T182T in still air with speed fairings
installed. Power, altitude, and winds determine the time and fuel
needed to complete any flight.
The Cruise Performance Table, Figure 4-3, shows the true airspeed
and nautical miles per gallon during cruise for various altitudes and
percent powers, and is based on standard conditions and zero wind.
This table should be used as a guide, along with the available winds
aloft information, to determine the most favorable altitude and power
setting for a given trip. The selection of cruise altitude on the basis of
the most favorable wind conditions and the use of low power settings
are significant factors that should be considered on every trip to reduce
fuel consumption.
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