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46 PA-28R-201 SOP
local traffic. KEEP the airport diagram AVAILABLE for reference
throughout the taxi.
3. FUEL SELECTOR FULLEST TANK
Verify that the FUEL SELECTOR is positioned on the FULLEST TANK.
4. 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.
5. FLAPS RETRACT 0°
Before changing the flap position on the ground, verify that you have the
flap control handle and call out, “Flaps Identified”. Wait for the IP to
respond, “Flaps Verified”, then RETRACT the FLAPS the the 0° position.
Visually verify that the flaps move towards and stop in the fully retracted
position and call out, “Flaps Up.” Wait for the IP to respond, “Flaps Up,
Verified.”
NOTE
Although the PA-28R-201 Gear Selector and Flap Control
Handle are distinguishable, a positive transfer of training will
occur from this aircraft to other aircraft where the landing gear
and flap controls may be similar.
If the flaps fail to retract by its spring return mechanism, return
the Flap Control Handle at the next lowest notch to the actual
flap position (e.g., flaps at 40°, leave the Flap Control Handle at
the 25° position) to avoid having the flaps retract suddenly to
the 0° position, which may result in flap damage.
6. CIRCUIT BREAKERS IN
Visually verify that all CIRCUIT BREAKERS are IN by running your hand
across the circuit breaker panel to confirm. Do not reset a “popped” circuit
breaker more than one time to avoid the possibility of an electrical fire.
7. FIN STROBE (if installed) ON
If installed, verify that the FIN STROBE switch is in the ON position to
indicate engine starting in progess. If a Fin Strobe is not installed, use the
anti-collision light (Strobe Lights). Turn the anti-collision lights (Strobe
Lights) Off after the engine has started.
Revised 07-01-2012 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rev 06