flight manual

Pilot's operating guide

A flight manual is the official document containing all operating procedures, limitations, and performance data for a specific aircraft.

Pilots are required to have it accessible during flight.

It covers everything from normal operations to emergency procedures: The flight manual specifies maximum crosswind limits for landing.

Also called a pilot's operating handbook or aircraft operating manual.

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