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PA-28R-201 SOP 81
DESCENT CHECKLIST
Not required if remaining in the traffic pattern.
Accomplish before beginning a descent from cruise altitude, or
within 10 nm of the airport if a descent is not required. Copy
ATIS and Brief the approach or arrival prior to beginning the
Checklist. The “A-B-C” check is a systematic method for
preparing for arrival.
1. APPROACH BRIEFING ..................................................... COMPLETE
2. FUEL SELECTOR ........................................................ FULLEST TANK
3. GEAR ALERT TEST SWITCH ............................................ PUSH/TEST
4. MIXTURE ............................................................................ ENRICHEN
5. LIGHTS ............................................................................................ ON
6. AVIONICS/FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS ................................. CHECK/SET
7. SEATBELTS/HARNESSES .............................................................. ON
8. DESCENT CHECKLIST ..................................................... COMPLETE
1. APPROACH BRIEFING COMPLETE
COMPLETE the APPROACH BRIEFING to include:
- Altimeter Setting
- Traffic Watch
- NOTAMs
- Windshear and Braking Conditions
- Terrain Obstacles
- Details unique to the Airport/Approach
- Runway to be used
- Traffic Pattern Entry
- HSI Corrected to the Magnetic Compass
- Crosswind
- Runway Exit Plan
In addition, if an instrument approach procedure is expected, include in the
APPROACH BRIEFING:
- Name of Airport
- Type of Approach
- Approach Chart Number and Date
- Navaid Frequency
- Inbound Course
- FAF/Glideslope Crossing Altitude
- DA(H)/MDA
Rev 06 © Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Revised 07-01-2012