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SOP’S / FLOW CHECKLIST

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INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK

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RAMP CHECK REMINDERS

1. Personal Minimums ................................................................................ PAVE
a. Pilot
b. Aircraft
c. Environment
d. External Pressures

2. Aircraft Flight Manual ................................................................................... POH

3. Maintenance Release..................................................CERTIFIED FOR FLIGHT

4. Maps & Charts ................................................................................... CURRENT

5. FCL / Medical / Recency ...................................................... CURRENT / VALID

6. Flight Plan/Nav Log (+Contingencies)............................................AS DESIRED

7. NOTAMS (Head Office, FIR & Location) ............................................ CHECKED

8. Wx/MET (Area, Location-Route & Alternates) .................................... CHECKED

9. W & B Calculations .......................................................................... COMPLETE

10. T/O & LDG DIST ............................................................................ COMPLETE

11. Fuel / Oil .......................................................CORRECT GRADE & QUANTITY

12. Dangerous Goods ..........................................CHECKED with PAX / FREIGHT

13. Loose Articles ...............................................SECURE (BAGS, FREIGHT ETC)

14. Life Jackets / Rafts .............................................. AS REQUIRED (PAX BRIEF)

15. Survival Equipment (As Appropriate) ................................................CHECKED

16. ATIS / AWIS ......................................................................................CHECKED

17. Pressure / Density Alt (Height) CALCULATION or POH ................... CHECKED

18. SARTIME (CENSAR) / Flight Note ................................................... CHECKED

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USE OF CHECKLISTS

A checklist is used in an aircraft as an aid to overcome the limitations of the pilot’s memory.
Checklists used by the Company are in accordance with the aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook
and supplemented by several additional checks that are considered as an enhancement to
operational safety. These items include checks of Radios / Navaids / Radio Selectors that are unique
to a particular aircraft, tuning of Navigation aids, etc.
Copies of the Normal and Emergency Checklists are located in the side wall pockets in each aircraft.
The use of the checklist is mandatory for all operations.

The checklist is just that, a “Check List” – Not a – “Do List”.

Items to be checked may be completed by the “scan or flow” method and then the checklist should
be consulted to make sure all the items have been correctly actioned.
The scan system enables the pilot to memorise the items to be checked and minimises the time
required to carry out the checks. The scan system requires the pilot to methodically work his/her
way around the cockpit checking using a “Reverse Question Mark” as shown.
Any item carrying an “AS REQUIRED” indication on the checklist will require a specific response,
e.g. “ON” or “OFF” as applicable to the switch.
There are some checklist sections that should be memorised and performed correctly without the
need to refer to the written checklist. These are the Taxi, Line Up, and After Landing checks. These
should be completed with your eyes primarily outside the cockpit, not on a checklist.
Also, Taxi checks are not to be commenced until outside of the apron area. You can’t afford to run
into another aircraft, fuel truck, ground equipment or worse, a person running across the apron.
Runup checks are only to be completed when the aircraft is stationary.
The Pilot’s Operating Handbook (Pilot’s Checklist) is to be used as a reference for any action in an
emergency or an abnormal operations situation.
Emergency procedures can be split into 2 types:
1. Actions that need to be taken from memory;
2. Actions that can be referred to a checklist.
Items in the first category would be called Phase 1 actions and would include engine failure after
take-off or an engine fire on start up. You simply do not have time to refer to a checklist in those
circumstances. Procedures in the Emergency Procedures Checklist of the POH shown in Bold
Face Type are immediate action items which should be committed to memory.
Phase 2 actions are at less critical times in the flight and can be accomplished by reference to the
checklist. The pilot in command is to ensure that he/she is familiar with the emergency procedures
in their aircraft type and is familiar with its memory actions.

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Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Concept

SOPs vary in length during execution (i.e. Engine Start or Pre-Landing) and frequency (i.e. the rare
occasion when one might perform a Fire In-Flight checklist) and are used throughout this manual.

Airways Aviation flight crew are expected to demonstrate knowledge, risk management ability, and
skill with SOPs so as to ensure the safe and efficient conduct of all ground and flight operations.
Significant time must be spent practicing outside of regularly scheduled training events.

The SOPs have the following properties:

• This signifies the “Scan Flow” to use for the checks.

STARTING ENGINE
• This signifies the Checks to be completed.

PRE-TAXI CHECKS
•
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The “Flow” Procedure Concept

Airways Aviation has adopted the flow concept when conducting various checklists and SOPs.

Flow procedures are conducted by pilots prior to review of the checklist. This process and the items
from the flow are done by memory and are verified afterward by the PIC executing the checklist.

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NORMAL PROCEDURES – PREFLIGHT INSPECTION

Visually check airplane for general condition during walk-around inspection. Airplane should be
parked in a normal ground attitude (refer to Figure 1-1 in the POH) to ensure that fuel drain
valves allow for accurate sampling. Use of the refueling steps and assist handles will simplify
access to the upper wing surfaces for visual checks and refueling operations.

In cold weather, remove even small accumulations of frost, ice or snow from wing, tail and control
surfaces. Also, make sure that control surfaces contain no internal accumulations of ice or debris.
Prior to flight, check that pitot heater is warm to touch within 30 seconds with battery and pitot heat
switches on. If a night flight is planned, check operation of all lights, and make sure a flashlight is
available.

See Pilot Operating Handbook for expanded Pre-Flight Inspection.

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COCKPIT FLOW CHECK

1. PARK BRAKE ............................................................................... SET

2. FUEL SELECTOR ...................................................................... BOTH

3. THROTTLE ¼ INCH IN & FRICTION LOCKED ....................... ADJUST

4. MIXTURE ...................................................................... IDLE CUT-OFF
5. CIRCUIT BREAKERS ....................................................................... IN
6. AVIONICS ...................................................................................... OFF
7. COMPASS .................................................................... SERVICEABLE
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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1. Pre-flight ......................................................................................... COMPLETE

2. Passenger Briefing ......................................................................... COMPLETE
3. Seats & Seat Belts ............................................................. ADJUST and LOCK
(Verify inertia reel locking)
4. Brakes ....................................................................................... TEST and SET
5. FUEL Selector Valve……………………………………………………………BOTH
6. FUEL SHUTOFF Valve……………………………………………ON (Push full in)
7. Circuit Breakers ................................................................................. CHECK IN
8. Avionics Circuit Breaker…………………………………………………..CHECK IN
9. Electrical equipment………………………………………………………………OFF
10. Avionics Master Switch…………………………………………...……...………OFF

CAUTION
THE AVIONICS MASTER SWITCH MUST BE OFF DURING ENGINE START
TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO AVIONICS.

11. Flight Controls… .................................................................FREE & CORRECT

12. Propeller Area ...................................................................................... CLEAR

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STARTING ENGINE

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
STARTING ENGINE
1. Throttle...................................................................................... OPEN ¼ INCH
2. Mixture ...................................................................................... IDLE CUT OFF
3. Propeller Area ........................................................................................ CLEAR
4. MASTER Switch .......................................................................................... ON
5. FLASHING BEACON ................................................................................... ON
6. NAVIGATION Lights ............................................................... ON as required

NOTE
If engine is warm, omit priming procedure steps 7 through 9 below.

7. AUXILIARY FUEL PUMP Switch................................................................. ON

8. Mixture Control ............................................. SET TO FULL RICH (full forward),
until stable fuel flow is indicated (approximately 3 to 5 sec),
then set to IDLE CUTOFF (full aft) position

9. AUXILIARY FUEL PUMP .......................................................................... OFF

10. IGNITION Switch…………………………………………………………….START
(Release when engine starts)

11. Mixture……………………………………………………………………ADVANCE
smoothly to RICH when engine starts

NOTE
If the engine FLOODS (engine has been primed too much), turn off
auxiliary fuel pump, set mixture to IDLE CUTOFF, open throttle 1/2 to
full, and motor (crank) engine. When engine starts, set mixture to full
rich and close throttle promptly. SET 1000 RPM.

12. OIL Pressure ………………………………………………………………….CHECK

13. AVIONICS Master Switch ............................................................................ ON
14. RADIOS………………………………………………………………………...….ON
15. FLAPS…………………………………………………….…………….…RETRACT

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
PRE-TAXI CHECKS

PRE-TAXI CHECKS
1) Mixture ...................................................................................................... LEAN
a) Set the Throttle Control to 1200 RPM.
b) Lean the mixture for maximum RPM.
c) Set the Throttle Control to an RPM appropriate for ground operations (800 –
1000 RPM recommended).

2) Fuel Status.................................................................................... SET & NOTED

3) Taxi Light……………………………………………………………………….…….ON
4) Compass and HSI ................................................................................... CHECK
5) Altimeters ...................................................................................................... SET
6) Radios and Display ....................................................................................... SET
7) Brakes ..................................................................................................... CHECK

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

TAXI CHECKS

TAXI CHECKS*

1. Brakes ............................................................................................ CHECKED

2. Rudder ........................................................................................... CHECKED
3. Flight Instruments & Navaids .......................................................... CHECKED

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
BEFORE TAKE-OFF

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
BEFORE TAKE-OFF

1. Parking Brake............................................................................................ SET

2. Passenger Seat Backs .......................................... MOST UPRIGHT POSITION

3. Seats and Seat Belts.............................................................. CHECK SECURE

4. Cabin Doors………...................................................... CLOSED AND LOCKED

5. FUEL SELECTOR Valve…………………………………………RECHECK BOTH

6. Elevator Trim ..................................................................... SET FOR TAKEOFF
7. Mixture ...................................................................................................... RICH

8. Flight Controls ………………………………………………FREE AND CORRECT

9. Flight Instruments ...................................................................CHECK AND SET

10. Fuel Quantity ......................................................................................... CHECK

11. Radios and AVIONICS .......................................................................... CHECK

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
ENGINE RUN UPS

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
ENGINE RUN-UPS

1. Throttle ……………………………………………………………………….…1800 RPM

a. Magnetos Switch………………………………...…………….……...CHECK
(RPM drop should not exceed 150 RPM on either magneto or 50 RPM
differential between magnetos)
b. Vacuum Gage……………………………………………………...…CHECK
c. Engine Instruments and Ammeter………………………….………CHECK

2. Annunciator Panel……….……………... Ensure no annunciators are illuminated

3. Throttle .......................................................................................... ….CHECK IDLE

4. Throttle………………………………………………..……..…….....1000 RPM or LESS
5. Throttle Friction Lock ..................................................................... ……….ADJUST
6. Radios and Avionics ..................................................................................... …SET
7. NAV/GPS SWITCH (if installed) ................................................................... …SET
8. Autopilot (if installed) ...................................................................... ……………OFF

9. HDG BUG ............................................................................ SET COMMAND HDG

10. CDI ...................................................................................... SET INITIAL TRACK

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S – G1000 (GFC700)
BEFORE TAKE-OFF….con’t

BEFORE TAKE-OFF…continued

12. STROBE Light Switch…….. ……………………………………………………ON

13. Wing Flaps…………………………….SET FOR TAKE-OFF – (100 preferred)
14. Cabin Windows…...………………………..……………CLOSED and LOCKED
15. Brakes……………………………………………………………….. .....RELEASE
16. Departure Brief…………………………………….…………………… COMPLETE
17. Emergency Brief…………………………………………………………COMPLETE

“Before Take-Off Checklist Complete”

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
LINE UP CHECKS
1. Transponder ............................................................................................... ALT
2. Clearance......................................................................................... RECEIVED
3. Runway ................................................................................................. CLEAR
4. Landing Light................................................................................................ ON
5. Runway Alignment ........................................................................... CHECKED
6. Windsock ......................................................................................... CHECKED
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TAKE-OFF ROLL CHECKS

“Airspeed Alive & Increasing”

“T’s & P’s in the green” 2280- 2400

RPM

Between Each Item, Eyes outside watching Aircrafts’ Direction

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

AFTER TAKE-OFF CHECKS

Between Each Item, Eyes outside watching Aircrafts’ Direction

Positive Rate of Climb

T’s & P’s in the Green

Flaps Up
Climb Power set

Target only the items required

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
NORMAL TAKEOFF

1. Wing Flaps ...................................................................... 00 – 100 (100 preferred)

2. Throttle Control ................................................................................ FULL OPEN
3. Mixture ........................................................................................................RICH
(above 3000 feet elevation, lean to obtain maximum RPM)

4. Elevator Control .............................................. LIFT NOSE WHEEL (AT 55KIAS)

5. Climb Airspeed .................................................................................. .70-80 KIAS
6. Wing Flaps ........................................................................................ . RETRACT

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SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF

1. Wing Flaps ..................................................................................................... 100
2. Brakes ..................................................................................................... APPLY
3. Throttle ............................................................................................ FULL OPEN
4. Mixture ........................................................................................................RICH
(above 3000ft, lean to obtain maximum RPM)
5. Brakes ................................................................................................ RELEASE
6. Elevator Control................................................................SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW
7. Climb Airspeed.........................................................................................57 KIAS
(until all obstacles are cleared)
8. Wing Flaps…............................................................................ RETRACT slowly
(after reaching 60 KIAS)

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

ENROUTE CLIMB

1. Airspeed ........................................................................................ .70-85 KIAS

NOTE
If a maximum performance climb is necessary, use speeds shown in the rate of
climb chart in section 5
2. THROTTLE ................................................................................... FULL OPEN
.
3. MIXTURE ................................................................................................. RICH
(above 3000 feet, lean to obtain maximum RPM)

CLIMB CHECKS – “POSTA”

Power ................................................................................................ (MAX) SET

OAT ................................................................................................... CHECKED
Suction & Vacuum .......................................................... (INDICATING) GREEN
T’s & P’s................................................................................CHECKED / GREEN
Altimeter..........................................(PASSING “X”, ON CLIMB “X”) CHECKED
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S – G1000 (GFC700)
CRUISE

CRUISE

1. Elevator Trim .........................................................................................ADJUST

2. Power………………………………………………………………...2000-2400 RPM
(no more than 80% recommended)
3. MIXTURE ................................................................................................. RICH
(Above 3000 ft, Lean to obtain maximum RPM)

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CRUISE CHECK – “CLEAROFFS” S – G1000 (GFC700)

Compass....................................................................ALIGNED to DG/DI (HSI)

and CORRECT HEADING

Log...........................................................................TIME CHECK COMPLETE

Engine............................................................T’s & P’s GREEN / POWER SET
Altimeter...................................................... QNH CHECKED / CRUISE LEVEL
Radio...........................................................................SET / CALL / XPDR SET
Orientation ...................................................................................... CHECKED
Fuel ............................................................................. FUEL LOG COMPLETE
Forced Landing ................................................................... FIELD SELECTED
SARTIME .........................................................................................CHECKED
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PRE-MANOEUVRE CHECK – “HASELL”

Height .................................................................... SUFFICIENT TO RECOVER

by 2500’ AGL
Airframe..................................................................SOUND AND CONFIGURED
Security ............................................................................................ CHECKED
Engine .............................................................................................. CHECKED
Location............................................................................................SUITABLE
Lookout .......................................................................................... COMPLETE
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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
PRE-DESCENT CHECK – “CAAAMR”

Compass.........................................................................................DG ALIGNED

Altimeter..................................................................ASSIGNED ALT / QNH SET

Aids .................................................................................. TUNED/TEST/IDENT
Approach Brief VFR/IFR .......................................................................... GIVEN
Mixture ....................................................................................... AS REQUIRED
Radio............................................................................................AS REQUIRED
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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
DESCENT

DESCENT
1. FUEL SELECTOR Valve… ....................................................................... ….BOTH
2. Power ................................................................................................ AS DESIRED
3. Mixture................................................................ .ADJUST for smooth operation
4. Altimeters ........................................................................................................ SET
5. NAV/GPS Switch ............................................................................................. SET
6. Wing Flaps ........................................................................................ AS DESIRED
(00 – 100 below 110 KIAS)
(100 – 300 below 85 KIAS)

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
BEFORE LANDING

BEFORE LANDING
1. Brakes……………………………………………….…………...CHECKED / PRESS.
2. Pilot and Passenger Seat Backs………………....….MOST UPRIGHT POSITION
3. Seats & Seat Belts............................................................SECURED & LOCKED
4. FUEL SELECTOR Valve .......................................................................... BOTH
5. MIXTURE ...................................................................................................RICH
6. LANDING / TAXI Lights ................................................................................. ON
7. AUTOPILOT (if installed) ........................................................................... OFF
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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
FINALS CHECK – “PUFLRW”

Pitch ........................................................................................................... FIXED

Undercarriage............................................................................... FIXED / DOWN
Flaps............................................................................................. AS REQUIRED
.

Landing Clearance ............................................................................. OBTAINED

Runway .................................................................................................... CLEAR
Windsock ............................................................................................ CHECKED
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NORMAL LANDING

1. Airspeed........................................................................65 – 75 KIAS (Flaps UP)

2. Wing Flaps .................................................................................... AS DESIRED
(00 - 10º below 110 KIAS)
(10º - 300 below 85 KIAS)
3. Airspeed......................................................................60 – 70 KIAS (Flaps Down)
4. Touchdown ......................................................................MAIN WHEELS FIRST
5. Landing Roll.....................................................LOWER NOSEWHEEL GENTLY
6. Braking ........................................................................... MINIMUM REQUIRED

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
BAULKED LANDING

1. THROTTLE……………………………………………………………….FULL OPEN
2. Wing Flaps............................................................................. RETRACT TO 20º
3. Climb Speed .......................................................................................... 55 KIAS
4. Wing Flaps .................................................................................................... 10º
(until obstacles are cleared)
RETRACT (after reaching a safe altitude and 60 KIAS)

SHORT FIELD LANDING

1. Airspeed........................................................................65 – 75 KIAS (Flaps UP)

2. Wing Flaps................................................................................FULL down 30 º
3. Airspeed...............................................................................62 KIAS (until flare)
5. Power .................................................REDUCE to idle after clearing obstacle
6. Touchdown .....................................................................MAIN WHEELS FIRST
7. Brakes ................................................................................... APPLY HEAVILY
8. Wing Flaps ........................................................................................RETRACT

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
AFTER LANDING

AFTER LANDING

1. Trim………………………………………………………………….….…….NEUTRAL
2. Landing / Strobe Lights ................................................................................. OFF
3. Radio………………………………………………………...…………AS REQUIRED
4. Wing Flaps ................................................................................................... ...UP
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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)
SECURING AEROPLANE

SECURING AIRPLANE

1. Parking Brake… .......................................................................................... SET

2. FUEL SELECTOR Valve… ....................................................... LEFT or RIGHT
(to prevent cross feeding)

3. Throttle ....................................................................................................... IDLE

4. AVIONICS Master Switch .......................................................................... .OFF
5. Electrical Equipment, Autopilot (if installed) ................................ …………..OFF
6. Mixture ............................................................. IDLE CUT OFF (pulled full out)
7. Ignition Switch ............................................................................ …………..OFF
8. MASTER Switch…………………………………………………………………..OFF
9. Control Lock………………………………………………………………...INSTALL
10. Pitot Cover / Throttle Lock / Wheel Chocks………………………….INSTALLED

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

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CHECKLIST: C-172R
S – G1000 (GFC700)

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 SOP’s / CHECKLIST: C-172R
Base Turn: CIRCUIT CONFIGURATIONS
• Lookout
• MLT Attitude
C172 - Normal Circuit
• 1400 RPM • Before landing
• 100 Flap checks. • Radio
• 70 kts • IAS <110 KIAS
• Flaps 10º
1000’ AGL:
• S & L – Ref. Pt
• High/Low Fast/Slow • 2000 RPM
DOWNWIND
• IAS <85 KIAS • Trim
• Flaps 200 • Spacing
• 750’ AGL Mid Base
• 70 KIAS Trim
• Power as required - BASE
Expect 1400-1700RPM. CROSSWIND

• Climb – 80 KIAS
500’ AGL/Final:
• IAS 70 KIAS UPWIND
FINAL 500’ AGL:
• Flap 30°,
• Flap Full • 15 AoB
• 65 kts.
Take-off:
• Finals Checks >300’ AGL:
• Attitude=Path • Select Full Power • Lift Nose Wheel – 55 KIAS • After T/O
• Power=Speed • Heels On Floor Checks.
• Keep Straight Wing Flaps
• Take-off Checks Retract

Notes:
The order for the change in configuration for the base turn shall be:
• At 45º to from the threshold commence the Base turn.
• Roll to (Medium Level Turn attitude)
• Reduce throttle to 1500 RPM during Base Turn.
• Speed < 85 KIAS Second stage (20 flap) can be selected. Lower nose to maintain – 70 KIAS.
Final Approach shall be:
• Intercept Final Approach. Reduce power to1500 RPM (or as required). Speed < 70 KIAS Full Flap.
• Elevator - maintain Approach Profile. Power - maintain airspeed.
• Gradually reduce airspeed from 70 KIAS to 65 KIAS over threshold. Power as required.
Non Standard Circuit – Delay use of Flap on final or as required for wider circuits.

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CIRCUIT CONFIGURATIONS
Normal Base Turn
Position: C172 – Flapless Approach
• Count 5 seconds
• MLT Attitude
• 1400 RPM • Before landing • Radio
• 80 kts checks.
1000’ AGL:
• S & L – Ref. Pt
• 2000 RPM
• Trim
DOWNWIND • Spacing

• High/Low Fast/Slow
• 750’ AGL Mid Base
• 80 kts
• Power as required -
Expect 1200-1500RPM. BASE CROSSWIND

500’ AGL/Final:
• 70 kts.
500’ AGL:
• Finals Checks
• Attitude=Path FINAL UPWIND • 15 AoB
• Power=Speed
>300’ AGL:
• After T/O
Checks.
Wing Flaps
Retract

Notes:
1. The order for the change in configuration for the base turn shall be:
• At 45º to from the threshold (Normal Base turn position), Count 5 seconds.
• Roll to (Medium Level Turn attitude)
• Reduce throttle to 1400 RPM during Base Turn.
• . Lower nose to maintain – 80 KIAS.
2. Final Approach shall be:
• Intercept Final Approach. Power as required.
• Elevator - maintain Approach Profile. Power - maintain airspeed.
• Gradually reduce airspeed from 75 KIAS to 65 KIAS over threshold. Power as required.
3. Non Standard Circuit – As required for wider circuits.

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 SOP’s / CHECKLIST: C-172R

CIRCUIT CONFIGURATIONS
Base Turn:
• Lookout C172 – Short Field T/O & Short Field Landing
• MLT Attitude
• Before landing
• 1400 RPM
checks.
• IAS <85 KIAS • Radio
• IAS <110 KIAS
• Flap 20º • Flaps 10º
• 70 kts 1000’ AGL:
• S & L – Ref. Pt
• 2000 RPM
DOWNWIND • Trim
• High/Low Fast/Slow • Spacing
• 750’ AGL Mid Base
• 70 kts Trim
• Power as required - BASE
CROSSWIND
Expect 1300-1600RPM.

500’ AGL/Final:
• IAS < 70 KIAS • Climb – 57 KIAS
• Flap Full
• 65 kts. 500’ AGL:
FINAL UPWIND
• Finals Checks
• 15 AoB
• Attitude=Path
• Power=Speed Take-off:
• Flaps 10º After Take Off Checks:
• Select Full Power 1. Obstacles Cleared
• Brakes Release • Lift Nose Wheel – 55 KIAS 2. Airspeed > 60 KIAS
• Keep Straight 3. Flaps retracted Slowly
• Take-off Checks 4. Normal Climb out.

Notes:
1. The order for the change in configuration for the base turn shall be:
• At 45º to from the threshold commence the Base turn.
• Roll to (Medium Level Turn attitude)
• Reduce throttle to 1400 RPM during Base Turn.
• Speed < 85 KIAS Second stage (20 flap) can be selected. Lower nose to maintain – 70 KIAS.
2. Final Approach shall be:
• Intercept Final Approach. Reduce power to1300 RPM (or as required). Speed < 70 KIAS Full Flap.
• Elevator - maintain Approach Profile. Power - maintain airspeed.
• Gradually reduce airspeed from 65 KIAS to 62 KIAS over threshold. Power as required.
• Main wheels touchdown, lower nose wheel and apply heavy braking. For maximum braking – Retract Flap.

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