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PA-28R-201 SOP 107
NOTE
The appropriate sectional chart can provide the approximate
ground elevation in order to plan the approach with the key
points in mind.
3. FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH TANKS
Move the FUEL SELECTOR to SWITCH to the other TANK to determine if
providing fuel supplied from the other tank will aid in engine restart.
4. FLAPS 0°/UP
Verify that the Flap Control Handle is in the 0° position and that the FLAPS
are UP for optimum performance.
5. ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR OPEN
Place the ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR is in the OPEN position.
6. MIXTURE CONTROL FULL FORWARD (Full Rich)
Place the MIXTURE CONTROL to the FULL FORWARD (Full Rich)
position.
7. ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP ON
Depress the ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP switch in the ON position.
8. IGNITION SWITCH BOTH (START)
Verify that the IGNITION SWITCH is in the BOTH position if the propeller is
windmilling. If the propeller has stopped, turn the Ignition Switch key to the
START position to attempt an engine restart.
If the engine fails to start, execute the following restart procedure:
9. AIRSPEED 79 KIAS
Ensure that the airplane is trimmed for 79 KIAS (best glide airspeed, 2750
lbs.) to provide the maximum gliding distance possible.
10. FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH TANKS
Move the FUEL SELECTOR to SWITCH to the other TANK to determine if
providing fuel supplied from the other tank will aid in engine restart.
11. MIXTURE CONTROL IDLE CUT-OFF
Because the engine could be flooded, place the depress the MIXTURE
CONTROL to the IDLE CUT OFF position.
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012