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PA-28R-201 SOP 3
When a callout is made with respect to a checklist operation (i.e. Engine
Start, Before Taxi, etc.) the following must happen:
1. Make the appropriate checklist callout (e.g., “Engine Start Checklist”),
2. Conduct the “Flow” and verification of the flow items, and/or conduct
the “Read and Do” items of the checklist,
3. After completing all checklist items and making the appropriate
verifications, make the appropriate callout to indicate checklist
completion (e.g., Engine Start Checklist Complete”).
Accomplishing the callouts as exampled above ensures that the start of a
checklist and the completion of that checklist is clearly communicated to
the other pilot when operating in an instructional or flight crew environment.
The initial callout allows the crew to concentrate on the checklist being
performed, and the completion call is a necessary action to allow the crew
to mentally move to other areas of operation with reassurance that the
previous checklist is complete.
Use the specific wording of each Challenge and Response for all normal
situations. When an item allows a choice of responses, such as Pitot
Heat...Off (On), the choices are listed and the appropriate response shall
be given. The first response is the most probable control position, while the
response in parentheses is the least probable control position. When a
checklist response does not allow for the use of a specific switch position,
the following terms should be used as a response:
• SET: Indicates that panel switches/knobs must be moved to or in the
appropriate position.
• CHECK: Indicates that controls/other systems must be
evaluated/tested.
• INSPECT: Indicates that equipment must be visually checked for
damage and security.
Any interruption in accomplishing a checklist (other than for “Final Items” or
routine communications) requires the checklist to be repeated to ensure
prevention of any checklist item from being missed as a result of the
interruption.
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012