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SECTION III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PREFLIGHT
The following safety procedure instructions must become an integral part of the aircraft owner's operational
routine and preflight inspection.
Before each flight visually inspect the airplane and determine that:
1.
a. Ignition and battery switches "OFF."
b. Mixture to idle cut-off
2.
a. There is no external damage or operational interference to
the control surfaces, wings, or fuselage.
b. There is no snow, ice, or frost on the wings or control surfaces.
3.
a. The fuel supply is checked.
b. The caps are secured.
4.
a.
The tires are satisfactorily inflated.
b.
Tires are not excessively worn or cut.
5.
a.
The cowling and inspection covers are secured.
b.
The windshield is clean and free of defects.
c.
The propeller is free of detrimental nicks and there are no
cracks in the propeller spinner.
d.
There are no obvious fuel or oil leaks.
e.
The engine oil is at the proper level.
f.
The fuel strainer is drained.
6.
a.
Upon entering the airplane, all controls operate normally.
b.
All the required papers are in order and are in the
airplane.
c.
The cabin door is closed and secured.
d.
Seat belts and shoulder harnesses are fastened.
