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30 PA-28R-201 SOP
movement. Visually verify that the control surfaces move in the proper
direction.
NOTE
To accomplish a “Box Pattern”, starting with the control yoke in
the “wings level” position, move the control yoke full forward,
then full left, then full aft, then full right, then full forward, then
return to starting position. Ensure that control movement to
the full positions are accomplished without abruptly
(“slamming”) reaching the limits of travel.
21. FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHECK/SECURED
CHECK the FIRE EXTINGUISHER for proper charge (indicator pointing in
the green) and the date of last inspection (within 1year). Verify that the fire
extinguisher is SECURED by verifying the bracket latch is closed.
22. EMERGENCY GEAR LEVER UP/SECURE
Check the EMERGENCY GEAR LEVER (located between the front seats
and to the left of the flap control handle) to ensure that it is in the UP
position and SECURE.
23. STABILATOR TRIM/RUDDER TRIM CHECK/N (Neutral)
CHECK the STABILATOR TRIM and the RUDDER TRIM indicators and set
the Stabilator trim to the N (Neutral) position.
24. ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR CLOSE
Verify that the ALTERNATE AIR SELECTOR is in the CLOSE position.
25. MIXTURE CONTROL IDLE CUT-OFF
Verify that the MIXTURE CONTROL is in the IDLE CUT-OFF position to
ensure that engine will not inadvertently start during preflight.
26. PROPELLER CONTROL FULL FORWARD
Verify that the PROPELLER CONTROL is in the FULL FORWARD
position.
27. THROTTLE CLOSE
Verify that the THROTTLE is in the CLOSE position to help prevent the
engine from inadvertently starting during the preflight.
Revised 07-01-2012 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rev 06