8.9 - Preparation of the Airplane (Equipment and
Furnishings)
WARNING
For all cabin layouts, make sure that access to emergency exit is free at
all times.
CAUTION
Removed equipment items must be stored in a manner that ensures their
integrity.
Numerous cabin layout configurations are authorized by airplane manufacturer.
They are outlined in Section 7.
This procedure specifies how to change the 6-seat layout into a 4-seat
configuration, and vice versa. Also, it can be used partly to remove or install
equipment items.
However, it is the pilot's responsibility to ensure that all necessary authorizations
are obtained from the appropriate regulatory authority.
1. Conversion of 6-seat accommodation into 4-seat accommodation – see
,
A. Tools and consumable materials
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Seat protective covers
B. Preparation
1) Make sure the SOURCE selector is set to OFF and the crash
lever is down.
C. Removal of rear seats – see
To remove rear seats, perform the following operations:
CAUTION
To prevent damage to seat cushion covers, protective covers
should be put on the seats.
1) Install protective covers.
2) Unlock backrest using backrest tilting handle and fold it forward.
Section 8
Handling, Servicing and Maintenance
Pilot's Information Manual
PIM TBM 960 - Edition 0
Rev. 01
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