Cessna 172SOperatorʼs Checklists

Rev. 1 (09/07), Tim Morgan

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

1

Cockpit Interior Check123456789

101112131415

16

17181920212223

Pitot tube cover REMOVEPilotʼs Operating Handbook In planeWeight and balance CheckedParking brake SETControl wheel lock REMOVEIgnition switch OffAvionics Master switch OffMaster Switch ONFuel gauges CheckLOW FUEL annunciators ExtinguishedAvionics Master switch ONAvionics cooling fan AudibleAvionics Master switch OFFStatic Pressure Alternate Source valve OFFAnnunciator Panel switch “TST” AND HOLD, ensure all annunciators illu-

minateAnnunciator Panel switch RELEASE, ensure only appropriate annunicators

remain illuminatedFuel Selector Valve BOTHFuel Shutoff Valve On (push full in)Flaps EXTENDPitot Heat ONPitot tube cover Warm to touch within 30 secondsPitot Heat OFFMaster Switch OFF

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

2

Exterior Check1 Empennage

a.b.c.d.e.f.

g.

Baggage door LockedAutopilot Static Source opening Check for blockageRudder gust lock REMOVE if installedTail tie-down DISCONNECTControl surfaces Check for freedom of movement and securityTrim tab Check securityAntennas Check security of attachment and general condition

2 Right winga.b.c.d.e.f.

g.

Aileron Check for freedom of movement and securityFlap Check for security and conditionWing tie-down DISCONNECTMain wheel tire REMOVE CHOCKS, check for inflation and conditionFuel tank sump valves Sample and checkFuel quantity Check visuallyFuel filler cap SECURE

3 Nosea.b.c.d.e.f.

g.h.

Fuel strainer drain valve Sample and checkEngine oil dipstick Check (min. 5 quarts, 8 for extended flights)Engine oil filler cap SecureEngine cooling air inlets Free of obstructionsPropeller and spinner Check for nicks and securityAir filter Check for restrictionsNose wheel strut and tire Check for inflation and conditionLeft static source opening Check for blockage

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

3

Exterior Check (cont.)4 Left wing

a.b.c.d.e.f.

g.h.i.j.

Fuel tank sump valves Sample and checkFuel quantity Check visuallyFuel filler cap SecureMain wheel tire Check for inflation and conditionFuel tank vent opening Check for blockageStall warning horn opening Check for blockageWing tie-down DisconnectLanding/taxi lights Check for condition and cleanlinessAileron Check for freedom of movement and securityFlap Check for security and condition

5 Tires Check for condition

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

4

Engine Start123456789

10111213141516

171819202122232425

Passengers BriefedSeats and seat belts ADJUST and LOCK, ensure inertia reel lockingBrakes TEST and SETCircuit breakers All inElectrical equipment All offAvionics Master switch OffFuel selector valve BothFuel shutoff valve On (push full in)Avionics circuit breakers All inThrottle CRACKMixture Idle cutoffPropeller area ClearMaster Switch ONFlashing Beacon ONAuxiliary Fuel Pump switch ONMixture FULL RICH, ensure stable fuel flow for 3-5 seconds,

then IDLE CUTOFFAuxiliary Fuel Pump switch OFFIgnition Switch START (release when engine starts)Mixture ADVANCE SMOOTHLY TO RICH when engine startsOil Pressure CheckNavigation lights ON as requiredAvionics Master switch ONRadios ONFlaps RETRACTMixture LEAN at 1,200 RPM

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

5

Run-Up

123456789

101112131415161718192021222324

Parking brake SETPassenger seat backs Most upright positionSeats and seat belts Check secureCabin doors Closed and lockedFlight controls FREE AND CORRECTFlight instruments CHECK AND SETFuel quantity CheckMixture RICHFuel selector valve BothThrottle 1800 RPMMagnetos CHECK (RPM drop ≤ 150, differential ≤ 50)Vacuum gauge CheckEngine instruments and ammeter CheckAnnunciator panel No annunciators illuminatedThrottle ≤ 1,000 RPMThrottle friction lock ADJUSTStrobe lights As desiredRadios and avionics SETNAV/GPS switch SETAutopilot OffManual electric trim CheckElevator trim Set for takeoffFlaps Set for takeoffBrakes RELEASE

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

6

Takeoff

123456

Flaps SetThrottle FULL OPENMixture RICH (above 3,000 feat, lean to obtain max. RPM)Elevator ROTATE at 55 KIASAirspeed 70-80 KIASFlaps RETRACT if necessary

After Takeoff & Climb-Out

123

Airspeed 70-85 KIASThrottle FULL OPENMixture RICH (above 3,000 feet, lean to obtain max. RPM)

Cruise

123

Power 2100-2700 RPMElevator trim ADJUSTMixture LEAN

Descent

123456

Power As desiredMixture ADJUST for smooth operation (full rich for idle power)Altimeter SETNAV/GPS switch SETFuel selector valve BOTHWing flaps As desired

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

7

Before Landing

123456

Pilot and passenger seat backs MOST UPRIGHTSeats and seat belts Secured and lockedFuel selector valve BothMixture RICHLanding/taxi lights ONAutopilot OFF

After Landing

134

Flaps UPTransponder STANDBYLanding light OFF

Shutdown

123456789

10

Parking brake SETElectrical equipment OFFAvionics Master switch OFFMixture IDLE CUTOFFIgnition Switch OFFMaster Switch OFFControl lock INSTALLFuel selector valve LEFT or RIGHT to prevent crossfeedingPitot tube cover INSTALLAirplane TIE DOWN, CHOCK, SECURE

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

8

Engine Failure

123456789

10

Airspeed 68 KIASLanding site CHOOSELanding turn INITIATEWind direction DetermineFuel shutoff valve ON (push full in)Fuel selector valve BOTHAuxiliary Fuel Pump switch ONMixture RICH if restart has not occurredIgnition Switch BOTH or START if propeller is stoppedAuxiliary Fuel Pump switch OFF

Forced Landing

123456789

1011

Passenger seat backs MOST UPRIGHTSeats and seat belts SecureAirspeed 70 KIAS (flaps up) or 65 KIAS (flaps down)Mixture IDLE CUTOFFFuel shutoff valve OFF (pull full out)Ignition Switch OFFFlaps AS REQUIRED (30° recommended)Master Switch OFF when landing is assuredDoors UNLATCHTouchdown Slightly tail lowBrakes APPLY HEAVILY

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

9

Engine Fire in Flight

1234567

Mixture IDLE CUTOFFFuel shutoff valve OFF (pull out)Auxiliary Fuel Pump switch OFFMaster Switch OFFCabin Heat and Air OFF (except overhead vents)Airspeed 100 KIAS; increase if fire persistsForced landing EXECUTE

Electrical Fire in Flight

123456789

1011

Master Switch OFFVents, Cabin Air, Cabin Heat CLOSEFire extinguisher ACTIVATEAvionics Master Switch OFFAll other switches except ignition OFFVents, Cabin Air, Cabin Heat OPEN when fire is extinguishedMaster Switch ONCircuit breakers Locate faulty circuitRadio switches OFFAvionics Master Switch ONRadio/electrical switches ON SEQUENTIALLY until short is located

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

10

Speeds and Weights

StdVS0 48 kts.VS1 53 kts.VY 74 kts.VX 62 kts.VA 105 kts.VNE 163 kts.VNO 129 kts.VFE 110/85 kts.

GWmax 2550 lbs.EW 1663 lbs.

Load 895 lbs.Bags 120 lbs.Fuel 56 gal.

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

11

Frequencies

OAK ATIS 133.77OAK Clearance Delivery 121.1

OAK Ground 121.9OAK Tower (North Field) 118.3

Bay (North) 120.9Bay (East) 135.4

Oakland FSS 122.5OAK VOR 116.8SFO VOR 115.8ILS 27R 109.9

Telephone Numbers

Flight Service (800) WX-BRIEFKaiserAir (510) 569-9622OAK ATIS (510) 635-5850

UCFC (510) 642-6640

Cessna 172S Checklists Rev. 1 (09/07)

12