CHAPTER 5. Preflight and Ground Operations
Preflight and Ground Operations 5-1
Introduction 5-1
Where To Fly 5-2
Preflight Actions 5-3
Weather 5-3
Regional Weather 5-3
Local Conditions 5-3
Weight and Loading 5-5
Transporting 5-7
Setting Up the WSC Aircraft 5-8
Taking Down the WSC Aircraft 5-12
Wing Tuning 5-14
Tuning the Wing To Fly Straight 5-14
Preflight Inspection 5-15
Certificates and Documents 5-15
Routine Preflight Inspection 5-16
Wing Inspection 5-17
Carriage Inspection 5-18
Powerplant Inspection 5-19
Cooling Systems 5-20
Exhaust Systems 5-20
Propeller Gearbox 5-20
Throttle System 5-20
Flight Deck Inspection 5-20
Fuel 5-20
Oil 5-21
Ready Aircraft To Enter Flight Deck 5-22
Occupant Preflight Brief 5-22
Flight Deck Management 5-23
Checklist After Entering Flight Deck 5-23
Engine Start 5-23
Taxiing 5-24
Checklist for Taxi 5-25
Before Takeoff Check 5-26
After Landing 5-26
Chapter Summary 5-28
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