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PA-28R-201 SOP 37
LEFT WING CHECKLIST
1. LEFT WING FUEL SUMP DRAIN (1) ..........................................DRAIN
2. MAIN GEAR ........................................................................... INSPECT
3. FUEL TANK VENT .................................................................... CHECK
4. TIE-DOWN/CHOCKS ............................................................. REMOVE
5. FUEL QUANTITY ...................................................... VERIFY (CHECK)
6. LEADING EDGE .................................................................... INSPECT
7. STALL WARNING VANE .......................................................... CHECK
8. PITOT MAST ............................................................................. CHECK
9. WING TIP/LIGHTS ................................................................. INSPECT
10. AILERON/FLAP ...................................................................... INSPECT
11. STATIC WICKS (3) ................................................................ INSPECT
12. LEFT WING CHECKLIST ................................................... COMPLETE
1. LEFT WING FUEL SUMP DRAIN (1) DRAIN
Using the fuel sample cup, DRAIN a small quantity of fuel from the LEFT
WING FUEL SUMP DRAIN (located on the inboard rear corner of the
underside of the left wing). Check for water, sediment, and verify that the
proper grade of fuel (100LL, Blue in color) is present. Water in the sample
will be indicated by a clear amount of liquid at the bottom of the sampler
cup (due to the greater density of water than fuel). Dispose of
contaminated fuel in the fuel receptacles located on the east side of the
ERAU ramp. Remove any residual water from inside of sampler cup and
continue to take fuel samples until water is no longer present in any fuel
sample.
NOTE
DO NOT DUMP FUEL ON THE RAMP.
2. MAIN GEAR INSPECT
INSPECT the MAIN GEAR and brake assembly for damage, cracks,
hydraulic fluid, and brake pad wear. Check to see that the tire looks
properly inflated, is free of “flat” spots from skidding, and no cord is
showing. Check the main gear retraction mechanism for any
obstruction(s). Check the Up Lock and Down Lock switches and the Squat
switch. Check the strut for proper strut inflation (2.50” ± .25”). Check the
main gear door for security and any damage. Finally, check the external
main gear components are secure with castle nuts and safety (cotter) pins.
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012