AREA OF OPERATION VIII: POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES Flashcards
What is the proper method of powering down communication and navigation equipment at the conclusion of a flight?
Follow the shutdown checklist and use the avionics master switch to power down all equipment simultaneously.
What is the advantage of using an avionics master switch over powering up each unit individually?
It enhances safety by preventing the possibility of forgetting to power up specific units.
How should the shutdown process be conducted upon arriving at the tie-down spot?
By using the appropriate checklist to ensure proper shutdown and prevent equipment damage.
What causes a high-pitched whine throughout the cabin after shutting down the aircraft and electronics?
The sound of the various gyros spinning down.
Why is it important to listen to the gyros spinning down after shutdown?
It indicates the ____________ of the gyros; a constant whine is normal, but buzzing or rattling suggests potential issues.
It indicates the condition of the gyros; a constant whine is normal, but buzzing or rattling suggests potential issues.
What action should be taken if an instrument or equipment is found inoperative in flight after landing?
Submit a written ___________ list to notify the owner or operator for repair or replacement.
Submit a written squawk list to notify the owner or operator for repair or replacement.
If the inoperative equipment was the second communication radio, would the airplane still be airworthy to fly again?
Yes, if the radio is deactivated and placarded as inoperative per 14 CFR 91.213.
If the fluid leaked out of the magnetic compass in flight, leaving the compass card unable to move freely, would the airplane remain airworthy?
No, the magnetic compass is required for VFR-day flight and must be operational.
Does having to reset the heading indicator more than once during a flight suggest it should be squawked for maintenance?
Not necessarily; it is normal to reset due to gyroscopic precession and earth’s rotation. Report if it cannot hold a setting for at least 10 minutes.
