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ESIGN
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MERGENCY
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ROCEDURES
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NTRODUCTION
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Introduction
This section provides procedures for handling emergencies and critical
flight situations that may occur while operating the aircraft. Although
emergencies caused by airplane, systems, or engine malfunctions are rare,
the guidelines described in this section should be considered and applied as
necessary should an emergency arise.
Emergency procedures associated with optional equipment are not
described in this section.
Although this section provides procedures for handling most emergencies
and critical flight situations that could arise in the aircraft, it is not a substi-
tute for proper flight training, thorough knowledge of the airplane, and
recognized piloting techniques and standards. A thorough study of the
information in this handbook while on the ground will help you prepare for
time-critical situations in the air.
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for optional equipment
Emergency Procedures.
Crew Alert System (CAS) Messaging
Warnings
Displayed in red against a black background, Warning CAS messages arise
during emergency situations that require immediate flight crew awareness
and immediate flight crew response.
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A flashing Warning CAS message with an accompanying aural alert
requires immediate action.
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A Warning CAS message with no accompanying aural alert requires
attention, dependent on workload. It may also require performing
maintenance or taking corrective action prior to next flight. Warnings
with no aural alert typically occur while on ground.
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Crew Alerting System messages and related procedures described
herein assume the aircraft is equipped with Garmin System Soft-
ware 2647.N3 or later.
CAPS Guidance
All Cirrus aircraft are equipped with a pilot or passenger activated ballistic
airframe parachute system. The system is capable of lowering the aircraft
and occupants safely to the ground for life threatening emergencies. CAPS
provides pilots and passengers an alternative means of handling various life
threatening emergency situations. In many cases CAPS may offer a safer
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