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152 PA-28R-201 SOP
BAGGAGE DOOR OPEN IN FLIGHT
The baggage door may come unlatched in flight, during or after
takeoff, if it is not properly closed and latched. Improperly
closed and latched, the door may open to its full or intermediate
position, depending on the speed of the aircraft. In addition,
considerable wind noise will occur and loose objects in the
vicinity of the open door may exit the airplane. From inside the
airplane, there is no way to shut and latch the door.
1. AIRPORT ..................................................................................... LAND
2. BAGGAGE DOOR ........................................................... LATCH/LOCK
3. BAGGAGE DOOR OPEN IN FLIGHT CHECKLIST ............ COMPLETE
1. AIRPORT LAND
LAND at the nearest suitable AIRPORT as soon as practical.
2. BAGGAGE DOOR LATCH/LOCK
LATCH the BAGGAGE DOOR securely and LOCK the door with the
appropriate key. Verify that the baggage door is locked by depressing the
small rectangular latch release button to ensure that the latch and door will
not open.
3. BAGGAGE DOOR OPEN IN FLIGHT CHECKLIST COMPLETE
Upon completion of the BAGGAGE DOOR OPEN IN FLIGHT CHECKLIST,
verify that all items have been accomplished and that the checklist is
COMPLETE.
Revised 07-01-2012 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rev 06