INTERIOR INSPECTION

   1. Required Documents On Board

   2. Control Lock Remove & Stow

   3. Dome & Post Lights OFF (ON At Night)

   4. Ignition Switch OFF

   5. Pitot Heat OFF

   6. Nav Lights OFF

   7. Beacon ON

   8. Strobes OFF

   9. Taxi & Landing Lights OFF

   10. Avionics Master Switch OFF

   11. Radio & Panel Lights OFF (ON At Night)

   12. Alternate Static Source OFF

   13. Trim Set for Takeoff

   14. Fuel Selector Check Each Position then BOTH

   15. Brakes Test

   16. Propeller Area CLEAR

NOTE:  Steps 17-25 should be accomplished expeditiously to minimize drain on the battery, particularly in OFF weather.

   17. Master Switch ON (Battery Side Only)

   18. Fuel Quantity Check

   19. Voltage Warning Light Check ON

   20. Flaps Down

   21. Beacon Check

22. Strobes Check Then OFF

   23. Nav, Taxi & Landing Lights Check Then OFF (Night Flight)

   24. Pitot Heat Check Then OFF (IFR Flight)

   25. Master Switch OFF

   26. Fire Extinguisher Check Charged & Secure

   27. Seats, belts & harnesses Check condition and security

28. Hobbs and Tach Times Recorded.

EXTERIOR INSPECTION

During the exterior inspection, check the overall condition of the airplane.  In particular look for any missing or damaged screws, rivets or antennas on the top or bottom of the aircraft.

EMPENNAGE

   1. Tie-down Remove

   2. Rudder Gust Lock Remove

   3. Elevator/Elevator Trim Check (Aligned Within ¼")

   4. Rudder Check

RIGHT WING

   1. Flap Check

   2. Aileron Check

   3. Wingtip & Nav/Strobe Lights Check

   4. Leading Edge & Wing Strut Check

   5. Tie-down & Chock Remove

   6. Main Gear Tire/Brake/Strut Check

   7. Right Fuel Tank Sump Sample

   8. Fuel Quantity Check with Fuelhawk Dipstick 
 if Tank is not Completely Full

   9. Filler Cap Secure

NOSE

   1. Windshield Check Clean

   2. Cowling Plugs Remove & Stow

   3. Engine Oil Level 4 qts Min, 6 Max/

                6 qts Min, 8 Max

   4. Engine Compartment Check

   5. Fuel Strainer Sample

   6. Propeller & Spinner Check

   7. Alternator Belt Check

   8. Carb Air Filter Check

   9. Nose Gear Tire/Strut Check (Extension 1" - 3")

   10. Landing & Taxi Lights Check (If Installed)

   11. Static Source Opening Check

LEFT WING

   1. Left Fuel Tank Sump Sample

   2. Fuel Quantity Check with Fuelhawk Dipstick 
 if Tank is not Completely Full

   3. Filler Cap Secure

   4. Pitot Cover/Tube Remove/Check

   5. Stall Warning Opening Check

   6. Fuel Tank Vent Check

   7. Tie-down & Chock Remove

   8. Leading Edge & Wing Strut Check

   9. Landing & Taxi Lights Check (If Installed)

   10. Wingtip & Nav/Strobe Lights Check

   11. Aileron Check

   12. Flap Check

   13. Main Gear Tire/Brake/Strut Check

LEFT SIDE

   1. Baggage Secure

   2. Baggage Door Closed & Locked

STEP TO THE FRONT OF THE AIRCRAFT AND MAKE A FINAL OVERALL VISUAL INSPECTION.

PASSENGER / CREW BRIEFING

   1. Operation of Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses

   2. Operation of Door and Window Latches

   3. Operation of Heating and Air Vents

   4. Operation of Intercom and Use of Headsets

   5. Noninterference with Flight Controls

   6. Smoking (Not Permitted)

   7. Normal / Emergency Exits and Egress Procedures

   8. Emergency Equipment

a. Fire Extinguisher

b. Life Preservers

   9. Passenger Discomfort

   10. Crewmember Duties

a. Clearing for Traffic

b. Use of Emergency Checklist and Operator's Manual

c. Transfer of Aircraft Control

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

   1. Preflight Inspections Completed

   2. Loose Articles Stowed & Secured

   3. Passenger / Crew Briefing Completed

   4. Seats/Belts/Harnesses Fastened & Adjusted

   5. Circuit Breakers IN

   6. Audio Controls Set

   7. Transponder SBY (1200)

   8. Cabin Heat & Air Set

   9. Mixture Full RICH

   10. Throttle OPEN 1/8"

                (CLOSED if Engine is Warm)

   11. Carb Heat OFF

   12. Brakes Set 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

STARTING ENGINE

   1. Prime Min Required (2 Strokes Max)  Then Check LOCKED

   2. Propeller Area CLEAR

   3. Master Switch ON

   4. Ignition Switch START *

   5. Throttle 1000 RPM

   6. Oil Pressure > 25 PSI in 30 sec

   7. Ammeter Check Battery Charging

* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without allowing it to cool for 2 minutes before the next use.

AFTER START / BEFORE TAXI

   1. Avionics Master Switch ON

   2. Intercom Set

   3. Mixture Lean

   4. Engine Instruments Check

   5. Radios & Nav Aids Set & Check

   6. Flaps Check Then 0°

   7. Heading Indicator Set

   8. Altimeter Set

   9. Taxi Light SET (ON At Night)

   10. Parking Brake Release

TAXI CHECK

   1. Brakes Test at Start of Taxi

   2. Flight Instruments Check

ENGINE RUNUP

   1. Park Facing Into the Wind With the Nose Wheel Centered

   2. Brakes Set & Hold

   3. Taxi Light OFF

   4. Mixture RICH (Below 3000' Density Alt)

   5. Throttle 1700 RPM

   6. Magnetos Check * (<125 Drop, 50 Diff)

   7. Carb Heat Check RPM Drop then OFF

   8. Mixture Check & Lean

   9. Ammeter Check for Zero Reading

   10. Suction Gauge Check (4.6" - 5.4")

   11. Engine Instruments Check (Oil Press 60-90 PSI)

   12. Throttle IDLE; Check RPM > 575

   13. Throttle 1000 RPM

   14. Throttle Friction Set 
 
 

******************  If MAG drop exceeds limits:*********************

Throttle 2000 RPM

Mixture Lean (slight RPM drop) for  20 Seconds then RICH

Throttle 1700 RPM

Magnetos Check

If MAG drop still out of limits ABORT the Flight

BEFORE TAKEOFF

   1. Fuel Quantity Check

   2. Trim Set for Takeoff

   3. Flight Controls Check Free & Correct

   4. Flight Instruments Set & Check

   5. Radios & Nav Aids Set & Check

   6. Flaps Set for Takeoff & Check Visually

   7. Carb Heat OFF

   8. Takeoff Briefing 

This will be a normal [short or soft field] takeoff

(Review the checklist procedure as needed).

Computed takeoff distance is _______

based on a liftoff speed of _______.

If we experience any problems prior to liftoff, we will abort.

If there is an engine failure or fire after liftoff but prior to _______ feet MSL, we will land straight ahead, making only shallow turns and maintaining a glide speed of 65 kts.

If the engine failure or fire occurs above _______ feet MSL, we will __________  while maintaining a glide speed of 65 kts.

   9. Parking Brake Release

   10. Maneuver as Needed to Clear the Base Leg / Final Approach.

When Cleared Onto the Runway

   11. Cabin Doors & Windows Closed & Latched

   12. Pitot Heat Set

   13. Strobe Lights ON

   14. Landing Light SET (ON At Night)

   15. Taxi Light OFF

   16. Transponder TST Then ALT

17. Mixture RICH (Below 3000' Density Alt)

TAKEOFF

NORMAL TAKEOFF

   1. Flaps UP

   2. Throttle Full OPEN

   3. Engine Instruments Check (2280-2400/2275-2450)

   4. Rotate @ 55 KIAS

   5. Climb @ 75 KIAS

SOFT FIELD TAKEOFF

   1. Flaps 10°

   2. Elevator Control Yoke Full Aft

   3. Throttle Smoothly to Full OPEN

   4. Engine Instruments Check (2280-2400/2275-2450)

   5. Elevator Control Keep Pressure Off Nosewheel

   6. Liftoff Slowest Possible Airspeed

   7. Accelerate in Ground Effect @ 73 KIAS

   8. Flaps Retract SLOWLY

   9. Climb @ 73 KIAS

SHORT / OBSTRUCTED FIELD TAKEOFF

   1. Flaps 0°

   2. Brakes Hold

   3. Throttle Full OPEN

   4. Mixture RICH; Above 3000' Lean For

                          Max RPM

   5. Engine Instruments Check (2280-2400 /2275-2450)

   6. Brakes Release

   7. Elevator Control Slightly TAIL LOW

   8. Rotate @ 56 KIAS

   9. Climb @ 59 KIAS

   10. Climb clear of obstacles @ 73 KIAS.

AFTER TAKEOFF / CLIMB

   1. Flaps UP

   2. Climb @ 70-85 KIAS

   3. Throttle Full OPEN

   4. Mixture RICH; Above 3000' Lean

   5. Engine Instruments Check

   6. Landing Light OFF

CRUISE

   1. Throttle DO NOT Exceed 75% Power

   2. Mixture * Lean 25°F Rich of Peak EGT/ 25-50 RPM Rich of Max RPM

   3. Engine Instruments Check

   4. Flight Instruments Check

Improper leaning procedures will greatly reduce endurance/range

DESCENT / BEFORE APPROACH

   1. Seats/Belts/Harnesses Check Fastened & Secure

   2. Fuel Quantities Check

   3. Fuel Selector BOTH

   4. Carb Heat ON (RPM < Green Arc)

   5. Mixture Adjust During Descent

   6. Flight Instruments Set & Check

   7. Radios & Nav Aids Set & Check

   8. Engine Instruments Check

   9. Brakes Test

   10. Landing Light SET (ON At Night)

BEFORE LANDING

   1. Carb Heat ON (RPM < Green Arc)

   2. G as (Fuel Selector) BOTH

   3. U ndercarriage N/A

   4. M ixture RICH Below 3000'

   5. P rop N/A

LANDING

NORMAL LANDING

   1. Flaps As Desired (<85 KIAS)

   2. Final Approach Speed 70 KIAS (Flaps UP)

                65 KIAS (Flaps DOWN)

   3. Throttle As Required

   4. Touchdown Mains First

   5. Landing Roll Lower Nose Wheel Gently

   6. Braking MINIMUM Required

SOFT FIELD LANDING

   1. Flaps Full Down

   2. Final Approach Speed 61 KIAS

   3. Throttle As Required (approx.1200 RPM)

   4. Touchdown With Low Power

   5. Elevator Keep Pressure Off Nosewheel

   6. Throttle Reduce Slowly to IDLE

SHORT / OBSTRUCTED FIELD LANDING

   1. Flaps Full Down

   2. Final Approach Speed 61 KIAS

   3. Throttle As Required

   4. Touchdown Mains First

   5. Throttle IDLE

   6. Braking As Required

GO AROUND

   1. Throttle Full OPEN

   2. Carb Heat OFF

   3. Flaps Retract to 20°

   4. Climb @ 65 KIAS

   5. Flaps 10°

   6. Climb @ 73 KIAS

   7. Flaps UP

AFTER LANDING

   1. Flaps UP

   2. Mixture Lean

   3. Carb Heat OFF

   4. Transponder SBY

   5. Pitot Heat OFF

   6. Strobes & Landing Light OFF

   7. Taxi Light SET

ENGINE SHUTDOWN

   1. Taxi Light OFF

   2. Avionics Master Switch OFF

   3. Throttle IDLE

   4. Magnetos Grounding Check

   5. Throttle 1000 RPM

   6. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF

   7. Ignition Switch OFF (After Prop Stops)

   8. All Lights Except Beacon OFF

   9. Master Switch OFF

10. Fuel Selector LEFTSECURING AIRCRAFT

   1. Ignition Switch OFF

   2. Master Switch OFF

   3. Chocks Insert

   4. Tie-downs/Grounding Wire Secure

   5. Rudder Gust Lock Install

   6. Pitot Cover Install

   7. Cowling Plugs Install (When in Aircraft)

   8. Parking Brake Release

   9. Control Lock Install

   10. Trim Set for Takeoff

   11. Hobbs & Tach Times  Record

   12. Cockpit Clean

   13. Windows & Doors Close & Latch

   14. Postflight Inspection 

a. Main Gear Tires/Brakes/Struts

b. Nose Gear Tire/Strut

c. Engine Compartment

d. Alternator Belt

e. Loose/Missing Panels or Fasteners

STARTING ENGINES IN COLD WX

NOTE:  Before the first flight of the day and as necessary during the day, preheat the engine and pull the propeller through several times by hand.

CAUTION:  When pulling the propeller through by hand, treat it as if the ignition switch is turned on.  A loose or broken ground wire on either magneto could cause the engine to fire.

   1. Throttle CLOSED

   2. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF

   3. Brakes Set & Hold

   4. Prime 4-8 Strokes as Propeller is  Being Turned Over by Hand

   5. Primer Recharge for Engine Start

   6. Throttle OPEN ½" to ¾"

   7. Mixture Full RICH

   8. Propeller Area CLEAR

   9. Master Switch ON

   10. Ignition Switch START *

   11. Prime As Required Till Engine Runs  Smoothly Then LOCKED

   12. Throttle 1200-1500 RPM for 60 sec

   13. Oil Pressure Within Limits in 60 sec

   14. Throttle 1000 RPM

   15. Ammeter Check Battery Charging

* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without allowing it to cool for 2 minutes before the next use.

STARTING FLOODED ENGINE

   1. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF

   2. Throttle OPEN (Full In)

   3. Propeller Area CLEAR

   4. Master Switch ON

   5. Ignition Switch START for » 3 Revolutions of  the Propeller Then OFF

   6. Mixture RICH

   7. Throttle OPEN 1/8"

                (CLOSED if Engine is Warm)

   8. Ignition Switch START *

   9. Throttle 1000 RPM

   10. Oil Pressure Within Limits in 30 sec

   11. Ammeter Check Battery Charging

* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without allowing it to cool for 2 minutes before the next use.