Normal Operating
Procedures
DA 40 AFM
Page 4A - 22
Rev. 8
01-Dec-2010
Doc. # 6.01.01-E
4A.3.6 BEFORE TAKE-OFF
CAUTION
Before take-off, the engine must run on each tank for at least
1 minute at 1500 RPM.
1.
Position airplane into wind if possible
2.
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . set
3.
Safety harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . on and fastened
4.
Rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . check closed and locked
5.
Front canopy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . closed and locked
CAUTION
When operating the canopy, ensure that there are no
obstructions in between the canopy and the mating frame,
for example seat belts, clothing, etc. When operating the
locking handle do NOT apply undue force.
A slight downward pressure on the canopy may be required
to ease handle operation.
6.
Door warning light (DOOR or DOORS) . . . . check OFF
%
7.
Fuel tank selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fullest tank
8.
Engine instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . in green sector
9.
Circuit breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pressed in
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