C172 - Normal Checklists

Question 1

What is the Before Takeoff Checklist?

Answer 1

PARKING BRAKE…………………………….SET
ATIS/AWOS/CLEARANCE….………..CHECK
Pilot & Passenger Seat Backs…UPRIGHT
SEATS & SEAT BELTS……CHECK SECURE
CABIN DOORS ……….Closed and Locked
FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS……….CHECK/SET
FUEL QUANTITY ……………………… CHECK
MIXTURE ………………………………….. RICH
FUEL SELECTOR VALVE………………BOTH
FLIGHT CONTROLS …………………..CHECK
ELEVATOR TRIM………SET FOR TAKEOFF
RUDDER TRIM…………SET FOR TAKEOFF
COM Frequencies………………………….SET
NAV Frequencies…………………………..SET
XPDR ……………………………………………SET
THROTTLE…………………………..1800 RPM
MAGNETOS Switch…………..CHECK L & R
VAC Indicator……………………………CHECK
ENGINE Indicators ……………….… CHECK
AMMETERS and VOLTMETERS…..CHECK
CARB HEAT……………………………….CHECK
THROTTLE ……………………………… CHECK IDLE THROTTLE ……. 1000 RPM or LESS
THROTTLE FRICTION LOCK………ADJUST
DEPARTURE……………………………..,,BRIEF
FLAPS………………………..UP – 10 degrees
CABIN WINDOWS……..CLOSED/LOCKED
TAXI LIGHT……… …………………………… ON
BRAKES …………………………………RELEASE

Question 2

What is the Starting Engine Checklist?

Answer 2

Throttle ……………………….OPEN ¼ INCH
Mixture……………………………….…….RICH
CARB HEAT………………………………….OFF
PRIME…………2-3 times / AS REQUIRED
PROP AREA ……………………………. CLEAR
MASTER Switch (ALT & BAT) ………….ON
BEACON/NAV Light Switch…………….ON
MAGNETOS Switch …………………..START
OIL PRESSURE ……………CHECK in green
FLAPS …………………….. UP or 10 Degrees
AMPS ……………CHECK Positive charges
AVIONICS Switch…………………………….ON
MIXTURE ……………………. LEAN FOR TAXI
ATIS/AWOS/CLEARANCE…………..CHECK
BREAK PRESSURE TEST…………….CHECK

Question 3

What is the Before Starting Engine Checklist?

Answer 3

PREFLIGHT ………………………..COMPLETE
PASSENGER BRIEFING……….COMPLETE
SEATS & SEATBELTS ……ADJUST & LOCK
BRAKES ……………………….. TEST and SET
CIRCUIT BREAKERS………………CHECK IN
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT …………….. OFF
AVIONICS ………………………………….….OFF
LANDING GEAR…………………….…DOWN
FUEL SELECTOR VALVE………………BOTH
FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE ………..CHECK ON

Question 4

What is the Preflight Inspection Checklist?

Answer 4

CABIN
-Control Wheel Lock – REMOVE.
-Ignition Switch – OFF.
-Avionics Power Switch – OFF.
-Master Switch – ON.
-Fuel Quantity Indicators – CHECK
QUANTITY.
-Master Switch – OFF.
-Baggage Door – CHECK

EMPENNAGE
-Rudder Gust Lock – REMOVE.
-Tail Tie-Down – DISCONNECT.
-Control Surfaces – CHECK freedom of
movement and security.

RIGHT WING Trailing Edge
-Aileron - CHECK freedom of movement
and security
-Wing Tie-Down – DISCONNECT.
-Main Wheel Tire – CHECK for proper
inflation.
-Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, use sampler cup and drain small quantity of fuel from fuel tank sump quick drain valve to check for water, sediment, and proper fuel grade.
-Fuel Quantity – CHECK VISUALLY for desired level.
-Fuel Filler Cap – SECURE.

NOSE
-Engine Oil Level – CHECK, do not operate with less than four quarts. Fill to six quarts for extended flight.
-Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, pull out strainer drain knob for about four seconds to clear fuel strainer of
possible water and sediment. Check strainer drain closed. If water is observed, the fuel system may contain additional water, and further draining of the system at the strainer, fuel tank sumps, and
fuel selector valve drain plug will be necessary
-Propeller and Spinner – CHECK for nicks and security.
-Landing Light(s) – CHECK for condition and cleanliness.
-Carburetor Air Filter – CHECK for restrictions by dust or other foreign matter.
-Nose Wheel Strut and Tire – CHECK for proper inflation.
-Nose Tie-Down – DISCONNECT.
-Static Source Opening (left side of fuselage) – CHECK for stoppage

LEFT WING
-Main Wheel Tire – CHECK for proper inflation.
-Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, use sampler cup. and drain small quantity of fuel from fuel tank sump quick drain valve_ to check for water, sediment and proper fuel grade.
-Fuel Quantity – CHECK VISUALLY for desired level.
-Fuel Filler Cap – SECURE
-Pitot Tube Cover – REMOVE and check opening for stoppage.
-Fuel Tank Vent Opening – CHECK for stoppage.
-Stall Warning Opening – CHECK for stoppage. To check the system, place a clean handkerchief over the vent opening and apply suction; a sound from the warning horn will confirm system
operation.
-Wing Tie-Down – DISCONNECT.
-Aileron CHECK for freedom of movement and security.

Question 5

What is the Takeoff Checklist?

Answer 5

STROBE/LDG/TAXI………………………..ON
THROTTLE………………………………….FULL
MIXTURE…………………………………….RICH
ROTATE……………………………………55 KIAS
CLIMB AIRSPEED………………..70-80 KIAS
FLAPS…………………………………….RETRACT
(400ft or clear obstacles)
LANDING LIGHTS…………………………OFF

Question 6

What is the Cruise Checklist?

Answer 6

POWER……………………..2100-2500 RPM
(recommend 2300)
TRIM …………………………………… ADJUST
MIXTURE………………………………….LEAN

Question 7

What is the Descent Checklist?

Answer 7

ATIS/AWOS…………..…….…………..CHECK
COM/NAV………………………..…………..SET
APPROACH…………………………….…BRIEF
TAXI LIGHT…………………………………………….ON
POWER…………………………….AS DESIRED
MIXTURE………….ADJUST AS NECESSARY
ALTIMETER…………………………………….SET
FUEL SELECTOR…………………………BOTH
CARB HEAT……………………AS REQUIRED
FLAPS ………………………………AS DESIRED

Question 8

What is the Before Landing Checklist?

Answer 8

PILOT & PASSENGER SEATS ….UPRIGHT
SEATS & SEATBELTS…..SECURE/LOCKED
FUEL SELECTOR…………………………BOTH
MIXTURE……………………………………..RICH
LANDING LIGHT…………………………….ON
FLAPS ………………………………AS DESIRED

Question 9

What is the After Landing Checklist?

Answer 9

FLAPS……………………………………………..UP
CARB HEAT……………………………………OFF
STROBES………..……………………………..OFF
LANDING LIGHTS….………………………OFF
XPNDR………………………………………..1200