CHECKLIST

NOTE ON CHECKLISTS

A normal checklist is provided for use in flight. This checklist covers items that are of vital importance to the safety of the flight.

When completing a checklist it is assumed the pilot is familiar with the full operating procedures in the sections following the normal checklist and outlined in the aircraft POH section 4. The checklist is completed after normal flows as a cross check to ensure critical items are set correctly.

Expanded procedures for normal, non-normal, and emergency operations are provided on the reverse side. These should be used for training aids during type ratings and for personal reference.

As model differences frequently occur, the manufactures handbook for the aircraft you are flying should be referenced to and this checklist must be modified accordingly prior to any use operation!

Speeds and performance figures provided here are an average for the more common C182 models and rounded up to the nearest 5kts.

HAPPY FLIYING

RED SKY CHECKLISTS

Cessna 182

SpeedsNORMAL OPERATION

Unless otherwise stated the following speeds are for MAUW condition.

VR.......................................................55 KIASVX Best Angle of Climb ...................65 KIASVY Best Rate of Climb...............Vysl 80 KIASNormal approach..........................70-80 KIASVref......................................................65 KIASVA Maneuvering Speed.................111 KIAS

Maximum demonstrated crosswind........15kts

PLACARD/ASI LIMITATIONS

VNO Top of Green Arc ...................140 KIASVNE Red Line (Never Exceed).......167 KIAS

VSO Stall landing configuration........52 KIASVS Stall Clean .................................58 KIAS

VFE Max. Flap Extension 10-40....110 KIASVFE Max. Flap Extension 0-10 .....140 KIAS

EMERGENCY OPERATIONBest glide Speed................................70 KIASPrecautionary Slow safe Cruise.........................90-105 KIASApproach (flaps up)............................70 KIASApproach (flaps full)...........................65 KIASDitching..............................................65 KIASEngine failure after takeoff.................70 KIASEngine Failure in flight flap up............70 KIASEngine Failure in flight flap down.......65 KIAS

PERFORMANCE

Before Leaving HomeI'M SAFE

Self CheckIllnessMedication..................................................NoStress.........................................................NoAlcohol in last 8 hrs....................................NoFeeling OK................................................YesEaten.........................................................Yes

Flight Equipment Check

Crew LicensesStrainer, Dipstick, LeathermanCurrent ChartsAirport Guide/Airfield ChartsCustom ChecklistsText BooksFlight PlansWeather ReportsFlight Computer, Plotter Calculator, Pencils, ClipboardTime PieceFlashlights, Batteries, BulbsCell Phone (Charged)Spare Glasses, Sun Glasses

SPCRM

Before StartPreflight Inspection..........................CompleteTach/Hobbs/Time............................RecordedPassenger Briefing..........................CompleteSeats / Seatbelts.........................Adjust, LockFuel Selector Valve..................................BothCowl Flaps..............................................OpenBrakes...............................................Set/HoldAvionics, Electrical.....................................OffCircuit Breakers................................Check In

Normal Engine StartMixture.................................................... RichPropeller..........................................High RPMPower........................................ CentimeterCarburetor Heat.......................................ColdPrime............................................1-3 as reqdRotating Beacon.........................................OnArea........................................................Clear

After startMixture..........................................Set for TaxiEngine Instruments...............................CheckTaxi, Nav. Lights..........................As RequiredFlaps................................................RetractedTransponder.......................................Standby

TaxiBrakes....................................Release, CheckAvionics and Flight Instruments.....Check/SetNav instruments ......................................Test

Pre Run UpParking Brake............................................SetFuel Selector............................................BothEngine Instruments...............................GreenCowls......................................................Open

NORMAL CHECKLIST

LoadingMaximum TO/Ldg Weight .............. 2800lbsStandard Empty Weight ........... 1600lbsUseful Load .............................. 1200lbs

Operating performanceFuel Capacity (useable)Standard...............................................56galsLong Range..........................................75galsFuel Consumption 75%@2500ft............................ 55lt /hr75%@7500ft.............................. 45 /hrPlanning..................................... 60 /hrPlan Cruise speed........................ 125KTAS

Other InformationTransponder Codes:Unlawful Interference.....................................7500Loss of Communication ................................7600Emergency ....................................................7700Radio FrequenciesEmergency Frequencies........................121.5/243All Africa TIBA...............................................126.9Uncontrolled/Unmanned: ..............................124.8Training Areas:..............................................124.4

Light SignalsSignal On Ground In Flight

Green Steady Takeoff Land

Green Flashing Taxi Return to land

Red Steady Stop Give way

Red Flashing Clear runway Do not land

White Flashing Return to ramp --

Red/Green alternating

WARNING USE CAUTION

PERFORMANCE

Run UpPower.........................................................SetMixture.......................................................SetCarb Heat..............................................CheckMagnetos..........Check Left, Both, Right, BothPropeller Governor ................................CycleEngine Instruments...............................CheckVacuum.................................................CheckAmmeter................................Check with loadDI ..........................................Set to CompassThrottle friction lock....................................SetIdle........................................................Check

Pre-TakeoffTrim...........................................Set for takeoffMixture......................................Set for takeoffMagnetos ................................................BothPropeller Governor ............................Full fineFlight Controls......................Free and CorrectFlaps.........................................Set for takeoffCowl Flaps .............................................OpenInstruments..........................Checked and SetRadios.................................Set for DepartureNavigation / GPS.................Set for DepartureHatches .................................Closed, LockedHarnesses............................................SecureEngine Runup..................................CompleteEngine Instruments...........................CheckedElectrics....................................CB's CheckedEmergency & Dep. brief.....................Perform

Line UpArea........................................................ClearLanding light, strobes.................................OnTransponder..............................Set to altitudeDI........................Aligned with Compass, RwyArea........................................................ClearWindsock..............................................CheckEngine Parameters...............................Green

NORMAL CHECKLIST

After Takeoff (above 1000' AGLBrakes...................................................CheckUndercarriage..................................RetractedPower/Pitch................................................SetMixture...................................................AdjustFuel...................................................CheckedFlaps...........................................................UpEngine Parameters...............................GreenLights............................................As required

CruisePower/Prop................................................SetElevator/Rudder trim.............................AdjustMixture...................................Lean for altitudeCowl Flaps............................Closed/As Reqd

DescentFuel .....................Correct Tank, Qty checkedRadios........................................................SetApproach Briefing............................CompleteCowl Flaps...........................................ClosedMixture.......................................................SetPower/Prop................................................SetIcing..............................................As requiredLights............................................On/as req'd

DownwindBrakes...................................................CheckUndercarriage........................Down & LockedPower/Prop................................................SetMixture.......................................................SetFuel............................................Correct TankFlaps..........................................................SetEngine Parameters...............................GreenLights............................................As requiredSeats / Seatbelts......................Check SecureFuel Selector............................................BothCarb Heat....................................As Required

FinalCowl Flaps..............................................OpenCarb Heat...................................................OffUndercarriage........................Down & LockedPropeller Pitch....................................Full fine

NORMAL CHECKLIST

Short field take-offWing Flaps ..........................................20 degBrakes ................................................ APPLYPower ............................................. MaximumMixture ....................... Set for Field ElevationBrakes .......................................... RELEASEElevator Control .................. Slightly Tail LowLift Nose..............................................60KIASMaintain .............................................65KIAS

Until clear of Obstacles

Accelerate...........................................80KIASWing Flaps (above70KIAS)............RETRACTPower..........................................Set for climb

Note: Do not reduce power until wing flaps have been retracted.s

Soft field take-offWing Flaps ........................ Maximum for fieldLine up...............................Do not stop rollingTakeoff roll......................................Nose highLiftoff .....................................Minimum speedAccelerate...........................................65KIASUntil clear of Obstacles, continue with Short Field

Procedure

Maximum Performance Climb

Wing Flaps ............................................... UpPower .................................. Maximum ClimbPitch.............................Maximum Continuous

Note: for an after takeoff climb or in an emergency full power may be used ensure

time limits are not exceeded for normal operations

Mixture ....................... Set for Field ElevationAirspeed....................Vysl 80 KIAS (sea level) ..............................Vy10,000 75 KIAS (10,000ft)Cowl Flaps .............................................OpenNote: Vy will provide maximum rate of climb, when performance is limiting such that less than 200fpm

is achieved, the reduction to best angle of climb may result in zero or negative rate of climb.

ABNORMAL PROCEDURES

Abnormal Maneuvers

HASELL Complete prior to conducting stalls, spins and

approved aerobatic maneuvers Height...........................Sufficient for recovery.............................................Above 3000ft AG

Airframe .......................Limitations Reviewed..................................Configuration Reviewed

Security...............Seatbelts/Passengers/LoadEngine.....................Temperatures/Pressures.........................Power/Pitch Mixture CheckedLocation.....................Not over built up areas,airfields or controlled airspace High TerrainWithin proximity of suitable landing areasLookout.....................Complete a lookout turn

ABNORMAL PROCEDURES

Engine failureTAKEOFF

NOTE: Bold Items are immediate recall Items, other times may be followed up by

the use of the AFM checklist. Throttle..................................................IDLEBrakes.................................................ApplyFlaps.........................................................UPMixture........................................IDLE cut-offIgnition....................................................OFFMaster switch..........................................OFF

AFTER TAKEOFFAirspeed...........................70 KIAS Flaps Up.....................................65 KIAS Flaps DownMixture .......................................Idle Cut-offFuel shutoff valve...................................OFFIgnition....................................................OFFFlaps ..........................................as requiredMaster switch.........................................OFF

DURING FLIGHTIMMEDIATE ACTIONSAirspeed ...........................................70KIASCarb Heat..................................................ONField.....................................................SelectApproach................................................PlanFINDINGCarb Heat...................................................ONPrimer .........................................IN & LockedFuel Shutoff valve......................................ONMixture....................................................RICHIgnition...............................BOTH (or START)COMMUNICATEMayday................Transmit on Active or 121.5Transponder............................................7700Passengers..............................................BriefSECUREMixture ...................................................cutoffFuel shutoff valve........................................offIgnition.........................................................offFINALFlaps.............................................as requiredMaster switch..............................................OffDoors ..................................................unlatchTouchdown...........................................tail lowNote: It is recommended that engine failure

during fight procedures be committed to memory

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

After LandingCowl Flaps..............................................OpenTrim.....................................................TakeoffFlaps....................................................RetractCarb Heat...................................................OffLand, Strobe lights.....................................OffTransponder.......................................Standby

Shutdown and SecuringPower........................................................IdleAvionics and Switches................................OffMixture............................................Idle CutoffMags...........................................................OffMaster.........................................................OffControl Lock.................................................InHobbs and Tach..................................RecordTie Downs.........................................Attached

NORMAL CHECKLIST

Short field landingFlaps..........................................................FullAirspeed.................................................65ktsTouchdown Positive, Main Wheels FirstNose Wheel ..........................................LowerBraking ................. Maximum Steady BrakingFlaps....................................................Retract

Soft field landingFlaps..........................................................FullAirspeed.................................................65ktsTouchdown, .............Softly Main Wheels FirstNose Wheel ...............................Lower gentlyElevator................................................Full upBraking ................. Gently, minimum requiredFlaps.................Leave down until clear of rwy

Crosswind take-offWing Flaps ........................ Minimum for fieldTakeoff roll..........................Ailerons Into windLiftoff ......................................Ailerons NeutraLiftoff ..................................................Vr nml+After takeoff ................Crab into wind for drift

Crosswind landingWing Flaps ..............minimum for field length(and as required by strength of wind)Approach...................................crab into wind

Touchdown......Nose straight, into wind wheel firstAfter landing........................Ailerons into wind

Note: maximum demonstrated crosswind

Go-aroundMixture/Pitch/Throttle.........................ForwardWing Flaps ........................Retract to TakeoffBrakes ................................................ APPLY

(after obstacles are cleared and above Vx ) Wing Flaps ...................................RETRACTPower..........................................Set for climb

Note: Do not reduce power until wing flaps and landing gear have been retracted.

ABNORMAL PROCEDURES

Engine Fire during start

Starter....................................................CrankTo draw away flames, If Engine Starts:

Power...............................................1700rpmFor a few minutes until flames appear to be

extinguished, or if engine does not start:Mixture........................................IDLE cut-offIgnition....................................................OFFMaster ....................................................OFF

Inspect damageduring flight

Mixture........................................IDLE cut-offFuel ........................................................OFFMaster ....................................................OFFCabin Air.................................................OFFSideslip...............................Initiate if requiredProceed with Engine Failure in Flight Actions

Cabin Fire On the Ground

Master Switch.........................................OFFCabin Vents/Air/Heat..........................ClosedFire Extinguisher...............................ActivateCabin Vents/Windhws...........................Open

During flightFollow Above Procedure, Once Fire is

extinguished:Electrics/Avionics......................................OffMaster ......................................................ONAvionics/Electrics...............On, one at a timeLand at the nearest Suitable Airfield

Electrical Fire Unknown Source

Master Switch.........................................OFFAvionics and Electrics.............................OFFCircuit Brekers......................................PULL

If Smoke Ceases:Master Switch...........................................ONEssential Electrical/Avionics......On, One at a

time

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Electrical failureLoad......................................................Verify.......................................Reduce to minimumAlternator ...............................................OFFAlternator CB...............................Trip&ResetAlternator..................................................ONIf no PowerAlternator................................................OFF

PLAN To land at nearest suitable airfield, Conserve Battery as much as possible,

All non essential electrics off, if necessary Inform ATC and turn master off until

approaching circuit. Be prepared for implications of electrical

failures on systems(flaps/gear)

Electrical overloadLoad.......................................................verify.......................................Reduce to minimumAlternator ...............................................OFFAlternator CB...............................Trip&ResetAlternator..................................................ONLoad........................................................OK?

If Not: Master ...................................................OFFMaster ......................................................ON

IF LOAD still not does not return to normal land at nearest suitable airfield.

Carburetor IcingCarb Heat.........................................Fully ONMixture.................................................AdjustOnce icing/roughness has cleared;Carb Heat...............................................ColdMixture..................................................Reset

Engine RoughnessMagnetos.............................................CheckMixture.................................................AdjustTemperatures/Pressures.....................CheckIf roughness continues, plan to land at nerest suitable airfield.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Cockpit InspectionAircraft documents.........................Check

Pilot's Operating HandbookAircraft Weight & Balance recordsCertificate Of Airworthiness aCertificate of RegistrationMaintenance ReleaseAircraft Radio licenseFlight Folio

Control wheel lock......................RemoveHobbs/Tach.......................Check/RecordIgnition................................................OffAvionics Master (if fitted).....................OffMaster Switch......................................OnFuel quantity indicators..................CheckFlaps ..............................................DownLights.................On and Check (if Req'd)Pitot heat...........On and Check (if Req'd)Master Switch.....................................OffFuel shutoff valve................................OnBrakes ............................... Test and SetGust Locks.................................RemoveCovers and tie downs.................Remove

NOTE: PROPELLERS SHOULD BE TREATED AS LIVE AT ALL TIMES REGARDLES OF THE POSITION OF ENGINE CONTROL SWITCHES

Fuselage and EmpenageBaggage Door................Check and LockRivets...............................Check, SecureNav Light .........................Check, SecureElevator.............Free movement, SecureElevator Trim....................Check, SecureBalance weights...........................SecureLock wires........................Check, SecureRadio antennas................Check, SecureBalance weights...........................SecureRudder................................Free, SecureBeacon.............................Check, Secure

Before starting engineChocks ....................................RemovedPreflight ...................................CompleteSeats/Seat Belts ........Adjusted & LockedBrakes ................................Set and HoldCowl Flaps .................................... OpenFuel Selector ...................... Fullest TankLights .............................................. OFFCircuit Breakers ........................Check INClock .................................................SetAltimeter ............................................SetAvionics ...........................................OFFElectrical Equipment ........................OFFBeacon...............................................ON

Normal StartMixture............................................. RichPropeller..................................High RPMPower........................ Centimeter OpenCarburetor Heat................................ColdMagnetos..........................................BothPrime.....................................1-3 as reqdRotating Beacon..................................OnMaster Switch......................................OnProp Area........................................Clear

START Accomplish: Ignition Switch..............................EngageAs engine fires:Throttle......................................MinimumOil Pressure..................Rising within 30s

Flooded StartMixture........................................ Cut-OffPower.................................................FullProp Area........................................Clear

START Accomplish: Ignition Switch..............................EngageAs engine fires:Mixture..............................................RichThrottle...............................Minimum rpmOil Pressure Rising........Rising within 30s

Before Takeoff(Too Many Pilots Fly In Heaven Early

Test Controls .................. Free & CorrectTrim ...................................... Set for T/OThrottle friction lock............................SetMixture...............................Set for takeoffMagnetos .........................................BothPropeller Governor .....................Full finePrimer ..........................................LockedPumps...................................As requiredFlight Controls...............Free and CorrectFlaps..................................Set for takeoffCowl Flaps .....................................OpenFuel..............................Correct Tank, QtyInstruments...................Checked and SetRadios..........................Set for DepartureNavigation / GPS..........Set for DepartureHatches ..........................Closed, LockedHarnesses....................................SecureEngine Instruments....................CheckedElectrics.............................CB's CheckedEmergency, dep. brief.................Perform

Line-UpRunway/Approach..................................ClearLanding light, strobes.................................OnTransponder..............................Set to altitudeDI........................Aligned with Compass, RwyWindsock..............................................CheckEngine Temps and Pressures..............Check

Normal TakeoffPower ............................................... FullManifold Pressure.......1-2below ambientRpm.............................................Redline

Engine parameters........................CheckRotate.........................................60 KIASClimb Speed .........................70-90 KIAS

Airbourne with no runway left, with positive climb and above minimum retraction speed

Brakes ................. Apply (when airborne)Clear of obstacles and safe climb speed

Wing Flaps ................................. RetractPower...................................Set for climb

Spin RecoveryAilerons........................................NEUTRALThrottle..................................................IDLE

Confirm directionRUDDER...........................FULL OPPOSITEElevator...................Forward to break stallRudder....Neutralise when spinning stopsPitch...................................Ease out of dive

Plan to land at the nearest Airfield

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Right wingAileron....................Free movement, SecureBalance weights...................................SecureLock wires................................Check, SecureNav Light ................................Check, SecureFlaps........................................Check, SecureFlap runners.................Greased, correct playMain wheel tire........................Proper InflationBrakes.................................Secure, conditionFuel tank sump..................................Sample

NOTE: IF after repeated sampling contamination remains report to maintenance, DO NOT Fly

Fuel Quantity.........................Check VisuallyFuel Filler cap......................................Secure

NoseEngine oil level...............................CheckFuel strainer.................................SamplePropeller and spinner.....................CheckAlternator belt................................CheckAir intake .......................................CheckCarburetor air filter.........................CheckLanding lights.................................CheckNose wheel strut & tire...................CheckNose-Tie down.......................DisconnectStatic source opening....................Check

Left WingAileron................Free movement, secureBalance weights...........................SecureLock wires........................Check, SecureNav Light .........................Check, SecureFlaps................................Check, SecureFlap runners...........Greased, correct playMain wheel tire.................Proper InflationBrakes..........................Secure, conditionFuel tank sump...........................Sample Fuel Quantity....................Check VisuallyFuel Filler cap...............................SecurePitot Tube......................................CheckStall Warning ................................CheckFuel Tank Vent Opening................Check

After StartThrottle......................................1000 rpmMixture...................................Set for TaxiEngine Instruments........................CheckTaxi, Nav. Lights...................As RequiredFlaps............................................RetractAvionics Master...................................OnTransponder...............................Standby

TaxiBrakes............................Release, CheckAvionics ..................................Check/SetFlight Instruments....................Check/SetNav instruments ...............................TestFuel Tanks.....................................Check

Run-upParking Brake.....................................SetFuel Selector....................................BothEngine Instruments........................GreenCowls..............................................OpenProp area........................................ClearPower........................................1700 rpmMixture................................................SetCarb Heat......................................CheckMagnetos.. .Check Left, Both, Right, Both

(150rpm drop, 50rpm differential)Propeller Governor .........................CycleEngine Instruments...............................CheckVacuum.................................................CheckAmmeter................................Check with loadDI ..........................................Set to CompassThrottle...................Idle, Check minimum rpmThrottle ..................................Reset 1000rpm

After TakeoffBrakes ..........................................CheckUndercarriage ....................................Up Power/Pitch/Mixture............................SetFuel.....................Correct tank, pump OffFlaps ..................................................UpTemp/Pressures........................CheckedLanding Lights..................................OFF

Normal Climb

Airspeed .............................90-100 KIASPower .........................23 and 2450RPMMixture ...................... Lean above 3000ftCowl Flaps .................................... Open

CruisePower ...............................23", 2400RPMElevator and Rudder Trim .............AdjustMixture ............................Lean for CruiseCowl Flaps ...........................As RequiredEngine Temp/Pressures................CheckFuel.........................Check/Change tanksTraffic............................................CheckRadio.......................................TransmitEstimated Times .........................Record

Enroute'SAFIER'

Suction.......................................CheckedAmps.........................................CheckedFuel............................................CheckedIcing......................................As RequiredEngine Power/Pitch/Mixture................SetEngine Temp/Pressures............CheckedEngine Cowl Flaps .............. As RequiredRadios/Nav/DI..............Checked and Set

Descent/Approach'FREDALS'

Fuel.....................................Correct TankFuel Qty.........................................CheckRadios/Nav........Set/Clearance ObtainedEngine Power/Pitch/Mixture................SetEngine Temp/Pressures............CheckedEngine Cowl Flaps .............. As RequiredDI..........................Aligned with CompassAltimeter.............................................SetLanding Lights......................As RequiredSeats/belts, Doors........Adjusted&Locked

Approach Set UpFlaps .....................Below Vfe, first stageBrakes ..........................................CheckUndercarriage ................................DownPower/Pitch/Mixture............................SetFuel ....................................Correct TankTemp/Pressures........................CheckedLanding Lights..................................OFFSeats/Seatbelts............................Secure

Downwind ChecksBrakes ..........................................CheckUndercarriage ................................DownMixture................................................SetFuel .........Correct Tank, Pumps As req'dTemp/Pressures........................CheckedLanding Lights....................................ONSeats/Seatbelts............................Secure

Final Approach'CUP'

Cowls..............................................OpenCarb Heat.........................................ColdUndercarriage .............Down and LockedPower/Pitch/Mixture............................Set

Normal LandingTouchdown ................ Main Wheels FirstNose Wheel .......................Lower GentlyBraking ..................... Minimum Required

NORMAL PROCEDURESexpanded checklistNOTE ON CHECKLISTS

A normal checklist is provided for use in flight. This checklist covers items that are of vital importance to the safety of the flight.

When completing a checklist it is assumed the pilot is familiar with the full operating procedures in the sections following the normal checklist and outlined in the aircraft POH section 4. The checklist is completed after normal flows as a cross check to ensure critical items are set correctly.

Expanded procedures for normal, non-normal, and emergency operations are provided on the reverse side. These should be used for training aids during type ratings and for personal reference.

As model differences frequently occur, the manufactures handbook for the aircraft you are flying should be referenced to prior to operation.

HAPPY FLYING!

RED SKY CHECKLISTSCessna 182

CONTENTS:

Preflight Inspection

START AND TAXI

PRETAKEOFF

TAKEOFF & CLIMB

CRUISE & DESCENT

APPROACHLANDING

After landing

After landing(Once roll out complete)

Cowl Flaps ................................... OPENCarb Heat......................................COLDWing Flaps .............................RETRACTTransponder ................................... StbyStrobes/Lights...................................OFF

ParkingParking Brake ................................. SETTime.............................................RecordAvionics .......................................... OFFMagnetos...................Dead Cut CheckedMixture ...................................... Cut-Off Ignition ............................................ OFFMaster Switch...................................OFFControl Lock ............................. InstalledPaperwork................................Complete

Securing the aircraftControl Lock ............................. InstalledPaperwork................................CompleteTie downs/covers........................Installed

Compilation notesThese pages are printed front and

back side, then cut around the text the first few pages need to be

trimmed and bound to create a flip style checklsist with tabs at

the front, and the expanded procedures on the reverse side.

It might take a bit of time to work it out, but the result is quite effective for use by students

when they are learning.

If you like jigsaw puzzles have fun!