# TCDS A4WE: Aircraft Parts & Development Corp. - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: Aircraft Parts & Development Corp. - Revision: 6 - Revised: August 1, 1974 - Product: Aircraft, Small Airplane - Certification basis: Part 3, CAR 3 - Registered aircraft: 1, by the registry models matched to it (OpenAirDocs) - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/73/c2/73c2138370a77581f3d5110f528b99ebed37d4554e0e35e3785ec2c704a9253e - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11D11A85381FA8F08525672B006D6639.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A4WE ## Models (1) As the data sheet lists them. - A-9A ## What the data sheet says From the PDF's text layer, line by line; tables lose their columns. The PDF is the record. ```text Page No. 1 2 3 Rev No. 6 - 6 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION A4WE Revision 6 Aero Commander (IMCO) (CallAir) A-9A August 1, 1974 TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET A4WE This data sheet which is a part of Type Certificate No. A4WE prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for which the Type Certificate was issued meets the Airworthiness Requirements of the Civil Air Regulations. Type Certificate Holder: Aircraft Parts & Development Corp. L.A.F.B. Bldg. 162 Laredo, Texas 78040 I - Model A-9A (Normal Category) Approved 25 March 1964 Engine Lycoming O-540-B2B5 with carburetor setting No. IO-4404 Fuel 80/87 minimum grade aviation gasoline Engine limits 2575 rpm (235 hp) for all operations Propeller and 1. McCauley 1P235-PFA fixed pitch metal. Static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting: Not under 2250, not over 2400 Diameter: Not over 84 in., not under 82 in. 2. McCauley 2D34CT/84HF two positions, pitch setting at 30 in. station: High 17°, low 14° Diameter: Not over 84 in., not under 82 in. 3. McCauley 1A200-DFA fixed pitch metal static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting. Not under 2300, not over 2400 Diameter: Not over 90 in., not under 84 in. Airspeed limits Never exceed 135 mph (117 knots) Maximum structural cruising 107 mph (93 knots) Maneuvering 107 mph (93 knots) C.G. range (+16.0) to (+19.5) Empty wt. C.G. range None Datum Leading edge of wing at fuselage Leveling means Bottom of first rib, outboard of fuselage Maximum weight 3000 lbs. Number of seats 1 (+64.0) A4WE, Rev 6 Page 2 Maximum baggage 1000 lbs. (+17.0) Fuel capacity 40 gal. total - 2 tanks, 20 gal. each (+26). See NOTE 1 for data on uusable fuel. Oil capacity 3 gal. (-35.0) 2 gal. usable. See NOTE 1 for data on unusable oil. Control surface movements Elevator Up 16° Down 25° Elevator trim tab Up 25° Down 33° Aileron Up 21° Down 21° Rudder Right 21° Left 21° Manufacturer's serial 1061 through 1125 only (eligible with flaps, droop ailerons and wing Nos. leading edge change when modified per IMCO Report 62 revised 12/4/64 and/or Aero Commander Report 550, dated 6/14/68). II - Model A-9A (Normal Category) with flaps, droop ailerons and wing leading edge change. Approved 8 February 1965 Engine Lycoming O-540-B2B5 with carburetor setting No. IO-4404 Fuel 80/87 minimum grade aviation gasoline Engine limits 2575 rpm (235 hp) for all operations Propeller and 1. McCauley 1P235-PFA fixed pitch metal. Static rpm at maximum propeller limits permissible throttle setting: Not under 2250, not over 2400 Diameter: Not over 84 in., not under 82 in. 2. McCauley 2D34CT/84HF two positions, pitch setting at 30 in. station: High 17°, low 14° Diameter: Not over 84 in., not under 82 in. 3. McCauley 1A200 DFA fixed pitch metal static rpm at maximum permissible throttle setting: Not under 2300, not over 2400 Diameter: Not over 90 in., not under 84 in. Airspeed limits Never exceed 135 mph (117 knots) Maximum structural cruising 107 mph (93 knots) Maneuvering 107 mph (93 knots) C.G. range (+18.0) to (+19.5) Empty wt. C.G. range None Datum Leading edge of wing at fuselage Leveling means Bottom of first rib, outboard of fuselage Maximum weight 3000 lbs. Number of seats 1 (+64.0) Maximum baggage 1000 lbs. (+17.0) Oil capacity 3 gal. (-35.0) 2 gal. usable. See NOTE 1 for data on unusable oil. Fuel capacity 40 gal. total - 2 tanks, 20 gal. each (+26). See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel. A4WE, Rev 6 Page 3 Control surface movements Elevator Up 22° Down 25° Elevator trim tab Up 25° Down 33° Aileron (zero flap) Up 20° Down 15° Aileron droop Down 10 1/2° Flaps Down 24° Rudder Right 21° Left 21° Manufacturer's serial 1126 through 1615 also 1048 Nos. Certification basis CAR 3 effective 5/15/56, with amendments 3-1 through 3-7. Type Certificate A4WE issued 25 March 1964. Date of Application for Type Certificate 14 November 1962 Production basis None. Export eligibility Aircraft will be eligible for the issuance of export certificate of airworthiness subject to the policies and procedures specified in the Export Handbook. Equipment FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual dated 25 March 1964 for A9A serial numbers 1061 through 1125 which have not been modified in accordance with IMCO Report 62 revised 12/4/64 or Aero Commander Report 550 dated 6/14/68. Airplane Flight Manual dated 8 February 1965 for A9A's serial numbers 1048 and 1126 through 1615; also, serial numbers 1061 through 1125 which have been modified in accordance with one of the above reports. NOTE 1. Current weight and balance report including list of equipment included in the certificated empty weight, and loading instructions, when necessary, must be provided for each aircraft at the time of original certification. The certificated empty weight and corresponding center of gravity must include undrainable system oil of 5.2 lbs. at (-35.0). Unusable fuel is 3 gal. per tank at (+26). NOTE 2. The placards listed in the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual must be displayed in front of and in clear view of the pilot. On Hopper "1000 lbs. maximum". END ``` ## ADs (3, in force first) - [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 78-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-20-06): Hopper's Carry Through Tube · Aircraft Parts & Development A-9, A-9A and A-9B. Effective Dec 8, 1978 - [AD 73-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-22-02): Wing Lift Struts · Aircraft Parts & Development A-9, A-9A and A-9B. Effective Nov 20, 1973 ## Registered aircraft by registry model (OpenAirDocs) - [Aero Commander CALLAIR A-9A](https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-callair-a-9a): 1 aircraft (registry code 0144204) - [Callair A-9A](https://openairdocs.org/model/callair-a-9a): 0 aircraft (registry code 1850122) - [Intermountain A-9A](https://openairdocs.org/model/intermountain-a-9a): 0 aircraft (registry code 4570424) - [Intermountain CALLAIR A-9A](https://openairdocs.org/model/intermountain-callair-a-9a): 0 aircraft (registry code 4570622) ## STCs approved under this data sheet (21) - [STC SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system.. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA01435LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01435LA): Installation of engines modified with Firewall Forward Technologies LLC modified camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC - [STC SA1151NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1151NW): Installation of the Flight Grip Model 135 Control Stick Grip. Air Products & Parts LLC - [STC SA03286CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03286CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA04424AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04424AT): Installation of Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Shower-of-Sparks Starting Vibrator Booster Systems. Continental Motors, Inc. - [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc. - [STC SA1315WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1315WE): Installation of Mixture Monitor (exhaust gas temperature probe, gage and selector) in accordance with Delta Products Part Lists A-192 and A-193, or in accordance with Tri-Star Corporation Mixture Monitor Installation Instructions dated December 9, 1981, or later FAA approved revision and/or Drawing List MM-127 dated November 15, 1981, or later FAA approved revision in aircraft models listed in Master Eligibility List P-80-A-6 revised March 29, 1968, copy attached, or later FAA approved revision.. Universal Corporation - [STC SA00769CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00769CH): Installation of Champion Limited Authority Spark Advance Regulator (LASARTM) ignition system with Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) monitoring capability on airframes with FAA approved installations of Textron Lycoming model IO-540, AEIO-540 and HIO-540 engines.. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SA593CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system.. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SA489EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA489EA): Installation of ARP Inc. carburetor ice detection system. Aircraft & Rotorcraft Products (ARP) Inc - [STC SA693CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA693CE): Replace existing engine induction air filter with AC Spark Plug filter.. Brackett Aero Filters Inc. - [STC SA2144CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2144CE): Operation on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index (RON + MON) /2.. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SA4-1210](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1210): Installation of Eonnex cover on aircraft surfaces.. Ceconite, Inc - [STC SA308EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA308EA): Installation of carburetor ice detection system 105AP in single and twin engine aircraft and single engine helicopters powered by Continental, Franklin, and Lycoming type engines equipped with Marvel-Schebler MA-2, MA-3, MA-4, MA-4-5, MA-6 and HA-6 series carburetors. (Normal,Utility and Acrobatic Category airplanes and helicopters equipped with engines and carburetors as described.). Alfred R Puccinelli - [STC SA630WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA630WE): Installation of oil filter assemblies. (NAVION A AND B with optional engine). Nelson Filter - [STC SA798EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA798EA): Installation of Monitair exhaust gas combustion monitor kit.. Rosemount Engineering Co - [STC SA01435DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01435DE) (historical): Installation of engines, modified with a Firewall Forward Technologies.. 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