1.2 INTRODUCTION
This Aeroplane Flight Manual has been prepared to provide pilots and instructors
with information for the safe and efficient operation of the SONACA S201
aeroplane.
This manual includes the information required by CS-VLA to be furnished to the
pilot of the Sonaca S201. It also contains supplemental data supplied by Sonaca
Aircraft S.A., the aeroplane manufacturer.
The Sonaca S201 is a two seat (side-by-side), single engine, tricycle fixed
undercarriage, aluminium aircraft with a conventional low wing design.
The Sonaca S201 is certified based upon the EASA CS-VLA (Certification Standard
Very Light Aircraft) standard, having a maximum Take Off Weight of 750 kg.
The Sonaca S201 is intended primarily for training and recreational flying. It is
not intended for aerobatic operations.
The Sonaca S201 is approved for day and night VFR operation.
Minimum equipment required for day or night VFR are defined in paragraph
7.13.
VFR flights in rain are authorized.
The present document is also referenced as Pilot Operating Handbook, or
Handbook, or Manual.
