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CESSNA 172

HANDLING NOTESCHECKLISTS

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CESSNA 172 HANDLING NOTESSPECIFICATIONS1. Power Plant Type: Lycoming

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The engine is four cylinder, direct drive, horizontally opposed and air cooled.The oil system is a wet sump, pressure feed system

2. PropellerAll metal, two bladed, 76 inch fixed pitch propeller which rotates clockwise as

viewed from the cockpit.

4. Weight Specifications Maximum all up weight 1156.0 kg

5. Tyre Pressures and Sizes Nose: 34 psi: 5.00 x 5 - 6 ply,Mains: 28 psi: 6.00 x 6 - 4 ply

6. Fuel MVD Capacity 204 litres, 189 usable.CFG Capacity 213 litres, 200 useableWFU Capacity 257 litres, 235 useableConsumption for flight planning: 36 Iitres per hourOctane rating 1 0 0 1 1 3 0

7.0il Capacity 8 US quartsMinimum 6 US quartsGrade Aeroshell WI 00 or equivalent

8. Airspeeds (knots) Best Angle of Climb 60Best Rate of climb 76Normal 80Glide 65Approach 70Final 65Flapless approach 70TAS for flight planning 115

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OPERATING LIMITATIONS1. Maximum all-up weight 1156 kg2. Airspeed limitations (knots) Vne 158

Vno 127Manoeuvring 99 (MTOW)Vfe 10 flap 110Vfe Full flap 85Window open 158Max crosswind 15 (Demonstrated)

3. Manoeuvres permittedNormal Category: Manoeuvres permitted are stalls, lazy eights, chandelles andturns up to 60 angle of bank. Spins are not approved in the normal category.Utility Category: The baggage area and rear seat must not be occupied.Refer to the Pilot's Operating Handbook for permitted manoeuvres andrecommended entry speeds.Load factor limits: Flaps up: +3.8g, -1.52g

Flaps down: +3.0gGround Manoeuvring

Moving the aeroplane by hand is most easily accomplished using the towbar. If a towbar is not available, or pushing is required, use the wing struts as push points.N.B. Do not lise the vertical or horizontal surfaces to move the aeroplane.

4. SmokingSmoking is not permitted in Company aircraftrkef Company Operations

Manual)5. Power plant limitations

Oil Temperatures: Nonna175 - 245 F; 24 - 118 C

Gyro suction

Nonnal25 - 115 psiMinimum in flight 60 psiCaution 25 - 60 psi4.5-5.4 inches of mercury

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AIRCRAFT SYSTEMSFuel System

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Fuel is supplied by gravity to the engine from two vented tanks fitted adjacent to thewing roots. From these tanks, fuel flows by gravity to the carburettor via a fuel shut-off valve and fuel strainer. From the carburettor, mixed fuel and air flows to thecylinders through intake manifold tubes. The manual primer draws its fuel from the.fuel strainer and injects it into the cylinder intake ports. It is essential that theprimer is locked prior to flight. Venting is accomplished by an interconnecting linefrom the right tank to the left tank, where the vent line protrudes from the bottomsurface of the left wing near the wing strut attachment point.The fuel tap has four positions, LEFT, RIGHT, BOTH and OFF. The fuel grade to usein this aircraft is Avgas 100/ 130.The up-draught, float type fixed jet carburettor is fitted with an accelerator pump toprevent a "lean cut" ifthe throttle is opened rapidly. Therefore the throttle should notbe "pumped" unless the engine is cranking, otherwise an excess of fuel from theaccelerator pump can cause a risk of engine fire. The carburettor is also equipped Witha idle cut-off mechanism and manual mixture control.CFGThe fuel system consists of two vented integral fuel tanks, a three position selectorvalve with LEFT, RIGHT and BOTH positions, a fuel shutoff valve, auxiliary fuelpump, fuel strainer, engine driven fuel pump, fuel/air control unit, fuel distributionvalve and fuel injection nozzles. Fuel flows by gravity from the wing tanks throughthe selector valve and on to the reservoir tank. From there the fuel flows through theauxiliary fuel pump., past the fuel shutoff valve, through the fuel strainer to the enginedriven fuel pump.From the engine driven fuel pump the fuel is delivered to the fuel/air control unitwhere it is metered and directed to a fuel distribution valve (manifold) whichdistributes it to each cylinder. Fuel flow into each cylinder is continuous and flow rateis determined by the amount of air passing through the fuel/air control unit.CFG has a total of thirteen fuel drain valves, five under each wing and three under theengine cowling.Fuel measurement before flight is achieved by reading directly from the fuel gauges,as there is no dipstick for this aircraft.


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SECTION 7AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS

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CESSNAMODEL 172R SECTION 7AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION

CFG-FUEL QUANTITY INDICATORS

LEFTFUELTANKRIGHTFUELTANK

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DRAINVALVES(5 TOTAL)

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UndercarriageThe Cessna 172 has a fixed tricycle undercarriage. The main undercarriage legs aremade of spring steel to absorb the loads on landing.The nose gear attaches to the engine mount and also has an air-oil oleo strut to dampand absorb operating loads. About 10 ern ofthe piston should be exposed. On the rearof the leg is a torque link, which maintains the correct alignment of the nose wheel inflight. The nose gear is steerable through direct linkage with the rudder pedals to 8.50each side of centre. By applying differential braking, the degree of tum may beincreased to 30 either side of centre ..Brake systemThe brake system consists of single disc brake assemblies fitted to each main wheelwhich are operated hydraulically.Each toe brake has a separate brake cylinder allow differential braking for tighterturns on the ground Excessive use of differential braking can cause tyre damage.The park brake should be used whenever the aircraft is stationary with the enginerunnmg.


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Flight controlsDual flight controls are fitted as standard to the Cessna 172The AILERONS are of the differential andfrise type. There are three mass balanceweights attached to the aileron to prevent "flutter".The RUDDER is operated through the rudder pedals.The ELEV ATOR has a conventional trim tab fitted to the trailing edge.The FLAPS are of the slotted and fowler type. They are operated by an electric motorand push rods, and are operated by a lever in the cockpit. The flap position isindicated next to the Hap operating lever.Electrical systemThe Cessna 172 has a 28 volt DC electrical system. The 60 amp alternator is mountedto the front lower right of the engine and is engine driven from a belt drive from apulley behind the starter ring. The alternator produces AC . The output is controlledby a voltage regulator, and has an over voltage relay to protect the system fromdamage.The 24 volt battery IS used to start the engine, provide enough voltage for excitationof the alternator field and provide backup power in the event of an alternator failureThe battery is located on the left hand forward portion of the firewall.

The ammeter mdicates the flow of current from the alternator to the battery. In theunlikely event of an alternator failure the ammeter will show the rate of dischargefrom the battery as this is supplying the required power to the bus bar.In the event of alternator failure dunng flight, indicated by a discharge on theammeter: reduce the electrical load check the field circuit breaker and output circuit breaker if either of these has tripped, wait 2 seconds then reset tum off the ALT half of the master switch for 3 seconds to reset the over-voltage

regulator, and then switch on again.If the ammeter still does not indicate an output, reduce the electrical load to aminimum and terminate the flight as soon as practicable.The battery will provide sufficient power to run the radios for approximately 20minutes.

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Vacuum systemAn engine driven vacuum pump is mounted to the engine. The pump is fitted with aplastic shear drive to prevent damage to the engine if the pump should seize. Suctionis used to drive the Attitude Indicator and Directional Gyro.The suction guage is mounted on the instrument panel.LoadingThe aircraft must be loaded so that the take-off weight is below the certifiedmaximum. Operating the aircraft over weight will adversely affec t the performance ofthe aircraft. Operating when loaded outside the centre of gravity limitations willreduce effectiveness of the control surfaces.Each aircraft has its own weight schedule which is found in the f1ight manual for thatparticular aircraft, and are reproduced in these notes.

MANDATORY INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS.The aircraft shall not be operated unless, in addition to the equipment required byCAO 20.18, the following are also installed: Trim position indicators Fuel quantity gauges Fuel pressure gauge Oil pressure gauge Oil temperature gauge Tachometer Stall warner


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1. Maximum speed - door~ removed: 125kts. I. A. S.2. Op er-a t ion s ar~e limitccJ to V. F. R. only and sha l] be confined to rio r rnu l

flyirlg rne no cuvr-e s . Tur-n s In whicli the angle of bank exceeds 3degrees, stalls, side-slips, and oc r-obe t l c rnano euvr-e s sha~1 not beperformed.

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Pre-flight Inspection

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When approaching the aircraft, check that it is in a suitable position for starting andthat it can be taxied out safely.DocumentsControl columnIgnitionMixtureMasterFuel guagesBeaconFilapsMaster

Chocks and RopesControl SurfacesWindows

Flight manual, maintenance release, pilot's licence and medicalRemove control lock from control columnOffLeanOnCheck contentsCheckLoweredOff

RemovedFull and free movement, no damage, rudder lock removedClean

Engine No oil leaks, obstructions or damage to engine mountsOil 6.0 - 8.0 QuartsCowlings SecurePropeller No nicks or cracksFuel Sufficient and free of contamination, tank vents clearAir inlets UnobstructedUndercarriage Free of hydraulic leaks, condition oftyres and brakesPitot tube Cover removed, no obstructionsAntennas UndamagedHinges and linkages Secure


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PRE-START CHECKSJ'HL'SJc' CHIX,'KS AHL' T O B ic ' ('ARRlED O U T WITH RLFh'RFNCh' 'to nih'WRj'j'TL'f1CHlj'CKLfSTFLAPS CHECK UPThe flaps are moved through their range to visually check for full and free movementand then set in the fully up positionSEAT ADJUSTEDThe pilot's seat ISset to the correct position and is confirmed firmly locked into placeHARNESS SECURELap and shoulder straps are adjusted to fit correctly and securelyBRAKE ONThe toe brakes are appliedMASTER ONBoth sides of the master switch are turned onFUEL ONThe fuel selector is in the horizontal positionGAUGES READING CORRECTLYFuel gauges confirm the reading from the dipstickRPM gauge reads zeroOil pressure gauge reads zeroSuction gauge reads zeroAmmeter reads zeroOIl temperature gauge reads correctlyVertical speed indicator reads zeroAirspeed indicator at lowest pointTHROTTLE FREE, SET 1/2" OPENCheck that the throttle moves freely through its range, then set to ~/2 inch openMIXTURE FREE, SET RICH * WFU AND MVD ONLYCheck that the mixture moves freely through its range, and set to fully richMIXTURE FREE, SET TO IDLE CUT-OFF *CFG ONLYCheck that the mixture moves freely through its range and set to idle cut-off.FRICTION FIRMThe throttle friction is set as requiredCARB HEAT FREE, SET COLD * Not applicabletoCFGThe carburettor heat control moves freely through its range and is set to coldCIRCUITBREAKERS ALL INRun hand along the circuit breaker panel to ensure that they are all inHEATER OFFThe heater and demister are set to the off positionRADIOS OFFThe radios are all switched off

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TR.IM FU LL C ORR EC T M OVEM ENTSET FOR TA KE-O FFMove the control wheel back, and visually check that the trim tab moves freely 1I1 thecorrect sense. Set trim to the take-off position. .MVD AND W FUPRIMER A S R EQU I RE DThe engine is primed as required and the primer then lockedCFGAUX. FUEL PUMP ONThe aux fuel pump is switched on until fuel flow starts to rise.MIXTURE ADVANC E, TH EN IDLE C UT-OFFThe mixture control is advanced as the fuel flow rises, and then returnedTo the idle cut-off position.AUX FUEL PUMP OFFThe aux fuel pump is switched off.W ARM ENGIN E OM IT THE ABOVE PRIM ING PROC EDU REBEACON ONThe beacon is switched onMAGS ON BOTHThe magneto switch is turned to "both""CLEAR PROP"The area around the propeller is checked to be clear and the words "Clear Prop"called by the pilotSTARTER ENGAGEThe starter is engaged


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AFTER START CHECKSntus: CHl:'CKSA H h ' ro HF C(}MPU~ThD wiru H /: F h R J: 1 Y C 1 : ' to tm:~VHJTTl:'N (Hh'CKU,,)TBRAKES HOLDINGThe aircraft is not moving forwardRPM 1000The engine RPM is set to 1000OIL PRESSURE GREEN ARC WITHIN 30 SECONDSOil pressure is within the green arc within 30 seconds of engine start. If not, theengine is to be shut down immediatelyAMMETER READING CORRECTLYThe ammeter shows a positive rate of chargeSUCTION 4..5 - 5.5"HgThe suction gauge registers 4.5 - 5.5 "HgMAGNETOS CHECKCheck left magneto, back to both, right magneto, back to both to ensure that magnetosare functioning correctlyRADIOS ON AS REQUIREDListen to AIlS if available then monitor the appropriate frequency; navigation aidsturned on as requiredTRANSPONDER STANDBY'The transponder is turned to the "standby" position


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TAXYING CHECKSTHESE CHECKS ARE TO BE COMMITTED TO MEMORY

BRAKES CHECKPower is applied to allow the aircraft to move forward, then the throttle is closed andthe brakes applied to ensure smooth correct operationSTEERING CHECKThe nosewheel steering is functioning in the correct senseINSTRUMENTS CHECK DO AND COMPAsS,

ATTITUDE INDICATOR STEADYTURN C-O AND BALL

Whilst turning during taxi ensure that the DG and compass show the correct directionof tum, the tum co-ordinator shows the correct direction of tum, the balance ballswings in the direction opposite to the tum, and the attitude indicator remains steadyPOWER CHECKSTHESE CHECKS ARE TO BE CARRIED OUT WITH REFERENCE TO TilEWR ITTEN CHECKL IST

FACE AIRCRAFT INTO WINDThe aircraft 1S faced into wind, and the surface is not of a type likely to causepropeller damageBRAKES ONThe park brake is set on, and the toe brakes also appliedENGINEINSTRUMENTS WITHIN LIMITSOil temperature and pressure is in the green arcCHECK ALL CLEAR BEHINDEnsure that the area behind the aircraft is clear of people, aircraft, open hangarsRPM SET 1700The RPiv1 is set to 1700 RPM and the aircraft is not moving forwardCARB HEAT CHECK *Not applicable toCFGCarburettor heat is applied, and a drop in RPM noted, carburettor heat re-set to "cold"MAGNETOS CHECK DROP DOES NOT EXCEED

125 RPM OR DIFFERENCE OF 50 RPMCheck the left magneto, back to both, check right, back to both. RPM changes mustbe within the above limits.If RPM drop is greater, carry out the procedure to clear plug fouling. If this isunsuccessful, return to the hangarENGINE GAUGES WITHIN LIMITSCheck that engine temperatures and pressures are in the green arcIDLE NOT BELOW 600 RPMClose the throttle and ensure the RPM at idle is no lower than 600RPM SET 1000The RPM is set to 1000


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PRE-TAKE OFF CHECKSTHh'Sh'CHL'CKS AHlc' TO Hi',' CONDUCTHlJ WItH HEFh'RENCL' to tnt:WRlfTh'N ('H1X'KUSTTRIM SET FOR TAKE OFFCheck that the trim is set to the "take-off' positionFRICTION FIRMCheck that the throttle friction is set as requiredMIXTURE RICHThe mixture control is in the fully rich positionMAGNETOS ON BOTHThe magneto switch is set to "both"CARB HEAT COLD *Not applicable to CFGThe carburettor heat is set to the "cold" positionFLAPS AS REQUIREDThe flaps are set as required for take-offENGINE GUAGES WITHIN LIMITSThe engme temperature and pressure guages and the fuel pressure guage are in thegreen arcGYROS SETThe directional ~')TOis aligned to the compass, and the artificial horizon set to thereference line on the instrument *note this must be done on level groundINSTRUMENTS SETThe correct QNH is set, and the altimeter reading airfield elevationNavigation aids are set as appropriate 'HATCHES SECUREDoors and windows are securedHARNESSES TIGHTSeatbelts of all on board are checked secureCONTROLS FULL AND FREE MOVEMENTThe t1ight controls are moved through their full range to ensure movement in thecorrect sense and that all control locks are removedBEACON ONThe strobe is switched on, and the ammeter checked to be showing the loadTRANSPONDER ALl'The transponder is on the correct code, and turned to the "alt" position


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AFTER TAKE OFF CHECKSJHhSI~'( 'HH'KS ARh' TO R J ~ '('OMMITTh'D TOMHMORYTRACK ON RU NW AY CEN 'TRELINE U NT IL ABOVE 500 FEE ']AG LENGINE GUAGES TEMPERATU RES AND PRESSU RES IN THE GREEN ARCEN-ROUTE CHECKStHJ~'SJ~''f{J'X,'K ARh' to Hh' COMMITTl0) to MhMO!?Y USING tnt: /'vINh'lV/ONJ('"FREDA "AND COMPLETED AT TEN MINUTE INTERVALS

FUEL FU EL LOG U PDATEDM IXTU RE LEA NED A S A PPRO PR IA TERADIO COM RADIO TU NED TO THE CORRRECT FREQ UENCYALL REQ U IRED RADIO CALLS MADENAV IG AT ION AIDS TU NED , IDENTIFIED AND TESTED

TRAN SPONDER C ODE C ORREC TENGINE TEM PERATU RES AND PRESSU RES IN TH ,E GREEN

AM METER SHOW ING CHARGESU CT ION 4 ,5 - 5 ,5 "H gDllRECTlON COMPASS AND D lRECT IONAL GYRO ARE ALIGNED

C ORREC T H EA DIN GLANDMARKSALTITUDE CORRECT Q NH IS SETC ORREC T C RU ISING LEV ELM AINTA IN ING V F R


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OFF. HEELS ON THE FLOORDOW N AND LOCKEDFU LLY RIC HSU FFIC IEN T FU EL FOR G O-A RO UN DSET TO "HOT" *Not applicable to CFGSECURESET ' TO COLD W HEN SATISFIED NO ICE IS PRESENT

AFTER LANDING CHECKSJHhSh ('HJ:CKS ANL toRh' COMU:Tic'D WJJH Ri:i'J:Ri:N( 't. J() JHh wutrna.('Hi:( 'KUSJPOSITION CLEAR OF LANDING STR IPEnsure th at the airc raft is c lear of th e landing strip and not c aus ing an obstruc tion too th e r a ir c ra ftFLAPS CHECK U PT he flaps are fully retrac ted and vis ually c hec kedTRIM SET TO TAK E-O FFTh e tnm wh eel is returned to the take off" pos itionTRANSPONDER OFFT he transponder is switc hed off.RADIO A S R EQ U IR EDT he appropriate radio c all is m ade on th e c orrec t freq uenc y


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SHUT DOWN CHECKSrnus: ('HhX'KS AH.h'TO BH CONf)lIC1FJ) WITH RFI'FHHNCh' 10 IN/:'I VH I T 1 ' f : ' N ('Hf:'('KUSTMAGS CHECKCheck left, both, right, both to ensure that magnetos are earthingRADIOS OFFAll radios are switched offMIXTURE ID LE CU 'r-O FFMIxture is moved to "Idle cut-off" position, and the RPM should rise slightly beforethe engine stopsTHROTTLE CLOSEDAlter the engme has stopped, the throttle is closedMAGS OFFThe magneto switch is turned offKEY OUTThe key is removed from the ignition and placed in the folderSWITCHES OFFConfirm all radios, electric and light switches are "off'MASTER OFFThe master switch is turned offCONTROL LOCK IN PL AC EThe control lock is placed in the control column


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EMERGENCY PROCEDURESEngine failure during take-off rollMaintain directional control. Close the throttle, apply braking, move the .mixture toidle-cut off and tum ignition and master switch off.Engine Failure after Take-offLower the nose to achieve the glide speed of 65 knotsAim for a landing area within 30 of the flight pathIf time permits, change fuel tanks and make a MAYOA Y call.Engine Failure at AltitudeFollow the normal forced landing procedure.FireDuring Start - Continue cranking the starter, and if the engine starts run it at1700RPM for a few minutes, then shutdown and inspect for damage.IF the engine fails to start, put the throttle full open, mixture to idle cut-off andcontinue cranking. If the engine still will not start, tum offthe master switch, ignitionand fuel. Evacuate the aircraft and find a fire extinguisher.During Flight - Check for source of fire

Engine: Fuel off throttle closed, mixture idle cut-off, heater and defrost off,prepare for emergency landing.Electrical: Master off, cabin heat and defrost off, vent open. Check circuitbreakers, reduce electrical load to a minimum and land as soon as practicable

Loss of oil pressureIf low oil pressure is accompanied by normal oil temperature there is the possibility ofa malfunction lI1the oil pressure gauge. Land as soon as practicable and investigate. Ifoil temperature is rising rapidly reduce power immediately and conduct a forcedlanding.

High oil temperatureIf flying at an airspeed below 65 knots, increase airspeed to at least 85 knots. If oiltemperature does not reduce, land as soon a s practicable and investigate the cause.Prepare for emergency landing.


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EMERGENCY PROCEDURESAlternator FailureIf the ammeter is showing a rate of discharge from the battery, reduce electrical loadas much as possible. Check altemator circuit breaker. Tum the ALT side of theMaster switch off for three seconds, and then on again. Check the ammeter for acharge. [fno charge is showing, turn the ALT side of the Master switch off, reduceelectrical load and prepare for no-radio procedure's.Open Door in FlightTo close the door in flight, yaw the aircraft away from the open door side and closethe door normally. .Rough Running EngineCheck carburettor heat, primer locked, change fuel tanks. Ifroughness continues,adjust the mixture for maximum smoothness and check magnetos. If the engine runsbetter on a single magneto, continue on that one with reduced power and mixture rich


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EMERGENCY CHECKLlSTSENGINE FAILURE: t 'HE~'hOCHECKS ARE TO BE cournuo TO MLA10RYDU RING TAKE -OFF W ITH SU FFIC IENT RU NW A Y REMAIN ING TO STOPT HE A IR CR AFTTHROTTLE CLOSEThe throttle is fully retardedMAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROLEnsure that the aircraft is tracking straightBRAKES APPLIEDThe brakes are applied to enable rapid decelerationMIXTURE ID LE C U T-O FFPull the mixture control out to the idle cut-off position.MAGN ETOS OFFThe magnetos are switched offMASTER SWITCH OFFThe master switch is switched off.AFTER TAKE OFF W ITH NO RU NW AY REMAIN ING

AIRSPEED TR IM FOR 60 KTSThe aircraft is put into the glide attitude and trimmed for 65 ktsDIRECTION SELECTTurns should be limited to 30 either side of straight ahead.Under no circumstances attempt to tum back to the runway below 1000 feet AGLIF TIME PERMITS, CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWINGMIXTURE ID LE C U T -O FFThe mixture is moved to the idle cut-off positionFUEL OFFThe fuel tap is moved to the vertical OFF positionMAGNETOS OFFThe magnetos are switched offFLAPS A S R EQ U IR EDThe wing flaps are set as required for landingMASTER SWITCH OFFThe master switch is turned off

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ENGINE POWER LOSS IN FLlGHTAIRSPEED 65 KTSTrim the aircraft for the best glide speed of 65ktsLANDING AREA SELECTSelect the most suitable landing area and plan an approach to be late downwind at1000 feet AGLlHLSh' CHI'X.'KS ARE toBl: CONDU('Th'D FROM MLMORY, AN!) in:A1NUv/ONIC FCMlJ' .USIJ) H)J( J'Hh "jj{OUBLF CHLCKS"BLLOWFUEL CHECKThe fuel is on and primer lockedCARB HEAT CHECK FOR ICE *Not applicable to CFGThe carburettor heat is moved to "HOT" and kept hot until any ice present has meltedMIXTURE RICHThe mixture is moved to "RICH" or set for smooth runningIGNITION CHECKMagnetos are checked on left, right and both settings and the one with smoothestrunning selectedTHROTTLE CHECK FOR RESPONSErile throttle shall be moved through its range to attempt power recoveryIF POWER CANNOT BE RESTORED:POWER OFF LANDING,~10NITORDESCENTMAYDAY CALLMake a rnayday call on the appropriate frequency, transponder to 7700 and switchELT "on"lPASSENGER BRIEFRemind passengers oflocation of emergency exits, to tighten seat belts and removeloose objects from their personIGNITION OFFThe magnetos are switched to the "OFF" positionMASTER SWITCH OFFThe master switch is switched "OFF"FUEL OFFThe fuel selector is moved to the "OFF" positionMIXTURE IDLE CUT-OFFThe mixture is moved to the Idle Cut-Off positionDOORS UNLATCHIhe doors are unlatched to allow for rapid evacuation of the aircraft after landing.


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P RE-STA RTIN G C HE CK SCESSNA 172 COCKPIT CHECKLIST W FU , MVD

SEATHARNESSFl' ELMASTERFUSESCARB HEATTHROTTLEMIXTUREFLAPSINSTRUMENTSRADIOS'TRI,\1PRIMERBEACON"C LEA R PR OP "MAGSSTARTER

ADJUSTEDSECUREONONINCOLD1 / - \ OPENRICHUPREADINCj CORRECTLYOFFSET FOR TAKE-OFFAS REOUIREDONBOTHENGAGE

POW ER C HEC KSFACE AIRCRAFT IN TO W IN DBRAKES ONI ' \STRlIMENTS WITHIN LIMITSCHECK ALL CLEAR BEHINDTHROTTLE 1700 RPMCARB HEAT CHECKMAGS CHECK - DROP SHOULD

NOT EXCEED 12 5 RPM.OR 50 RPM DIFFERENCE,

INSTRUMENTS WITHIN LIMITSIDLE NOT BELOW 600 RPMTH ROTTLE RESET 1000 RPM

RUN WAY VACATED CHECKSFLAPS UPCA RB HEAT COLDTRIM SET FOR T/OTRANPONDER OFFRADIO CAI"LS AS REQ

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A FTER STA RT C HEC KS

BRAKESOILAMMETERSUCTIONMAGSRADIOSTRANSPONDER

HOLDINGTE;vlPS AND PRESSURESSHOWING CHARGEj()-5-f INCHESCl!ECKAS REQUIREDSTANDBY

TAX yiN G CHECKSBRAKES CHECKSTEERING CHECKINSTR l !MENTS CHECK - CO'\lP'\SS

BALANCE BALLD,G

PRE TAKE - OFF CHECKSTRIMFRICTIONMAGSMIXTURECARB HEATF U E LPRIMERFLAPSGUAGESINSTR l iME:NTSDOORSHARNESSESCONTROLSTRANSPONDER AL T

SET FOR TAKE-OFFFIRMBOTHRICl!COLDON AND SUFFICIENTLOCKEDAS REQUIREDWITHIN LIMITSSETLATCHEDSECUREFULL. FREE. CORRECT

SHUT DOW N CHECKSMAGS CHECKRADIOS OFFMIXTUREMAGSTHROTTLEELECTRICSMASTERCONTROLSATiSGROUNDTOWERC IR et! IT R/WPERTH RAS

IDLE-CUTOFFOFF. KEY OUTCLOSEDOFFOFTLOCKED1 2( ) ')12-\.1t I X . I110.-\12X.1


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