Normal Procedures
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ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500E
(Model 369E)
Revision 13
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FAA Approved
DAILY PREFLIGHT CHECKS
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
Fuel cell drain valve−take sample (Start pump OFF)
CHECK FOR
CONTAMINANTS
Anti−ice fuel filter drain valve (if installed) take sample
(Start pump ON)
CHECK FOR
CONTAMINANTS
Do not open fuel filter drain valve unless start pump is ON. An
unexpected flameout or power loss may occur if air is allowed to
enter the fuel system.
EXTERIOR
FUSELAGE
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FORWARD END
Aircraft tiedowns and covers
REMOVED
Aircraftattitudeforweakordamagedlanding gear
dampers
CHECK
Canopy for condition and cleanliness
CHECK
OAT thermometer sun shield
CHECK
Fresh air vent
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
Pitot tube
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
Tail rotor pedals for condition and
securityofquick−releasepins(both sides with dual
controls)
CHECK
Landing light and anticollision light
CHECK
WARNING