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Pre-Flight Inspection Checklist

A Pre-Flight Inspection Checklist is a detailed list of items to be inspected prior to the aircraft taking off. This checklist covers all the major components of the aircraft and ensures that the aircraft is safe for flight. The checklist typically includes items such as visual inspection of the aircraft, fuel and oil levels, engine, and other systems.

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Audit

Interior

Parking break- set

Control Lock - remove

Ignition - off

Master Switch - Off

Electrical Equipment -Off

Avionics Master -Off

Mixture -Idle cut off

Master Switch -On

Flaps -Extended

Fuel Quantity -Verify

Annunciator Panel -Test

Circuit Breakers -In

Lights

Master Switch -Off

Fuel Selector Valve set to Both

Alternate Static Source - Check

Trim -Set

Exterior

Left Side Empennage -Inspect

Tail tie down - Remove

Rudder & Stabilizer - Inspect

Right Side Empennage - Inspect

Antennas - Inspect

Baggage Door - Secure

Right Wing Flap & Aileron - Inspect

Right Tie down - Remove

Right Strut, tire, and brake - Inspect

Right fuel tank - Visually inspected

Fuel cap - Secure

Right wing - Inspect

Right Fuel Sump - Drain

Windshield - Clean

Oil level - Check to make sure it's above 5 and below 8

Dipstick - properly Seated

Cowling & Propeller - Inspect

Alternator Belt - Check tension

Air Inlets - Clear

Nose wheel tire and strut - Inspect

Pitot Tube, Static Port, & Drain - Inspect

Fuel Strainer - Drain

Fresh air inlet - Clear

Left Wing Flap & Aileron - Inspect

Left Tie down - Remove

Left Strut, Tire , & Brake - Inspect

Left fuel sump - Drain

Left fuel vent - Clear

Left Fuel Tank - Visually Inspect

Fuel cap - Secure

Stall Tab - Inspect

Left aileron & Flap - Inspect

Left side Empennage - Inspect

Walk Around - Complete

Before Starting Engine

Preflight inspection - Complete

Passengers Brief - Complete

Seat Belts/Harness - Fastened

Fuel Selector Set to Both

Fuel Shutoff Valve - On (Fully in)

Avionics Master Switch - Off

Parking Brake - Set

Flaps up

All switches - Off

Starting Engine

Beacon & Strobes - On

Throttle - Open 1/4 inch

Master Switch/ALT - On

Aux. Fuel Pump - On

Mixture - Full rich until fuel flow rises

Mixture - Idle Cutoff

Aux. fuel pump off

Brakes - Hold

Propeller area - Cleared

Ignition Switch - Start

Mixture - Advance to Rich as Engine Fires

Throttle 1000 RPM

Engine Gauges - Check

Vaccine Pressure - Check

Ammeter - Check

Mixture - Lean

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A Pre-Flight Inspection Checklist is a tool used to ensure the safety of a flight before takeoff. It is designed to identify any potential issues with the aircraft, such as mechanical failures, fuel levels, and weather conditions. The checklist covers all components of the aircraft, including the engine, propeller, wings, wheels, and external components. It also covers the pilot’s personal equipment and the aircraft’s documents. The checklist is used to ensure all aircraft components are in good working order, so that the aircraft is safe and ready for takeoff. Additionally, it is used to confirm the aircraft is in compliance with all applicable regulations. The Pre-Flight Inspection Checklist helps to ensure that flight safety is maintained and that the aircraft is ready for a safe and successful journey.

Please note that this checklist template is a hypothetical appuses-hero example and provides only standard information. The template does not aim to replace, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or any other applicable law. You should seek your professional advice to determine whether the use of such a checklist is appropriate in your workplace or jurisdiction.