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EXPANDED
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THIS CHECKLIST DOES NOT REPLACE THE AIRCRAFT FLIGHT MAUAL
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SECTION 1
Pre-flight inspection……………………………………………… 7

SECTION 2
Turnaround Inspection………………………………………….. 16

SECTION 3
Starting Engine with External Power……………..……………. 18

Autopilot Test……………………………………….……………. 20

ECU & VOTER Test…………………………………….….……. 21

SECTION 4
FMS Setup…………………….…………………………………. 25

SECTION 5
Briefings………………………………..…………………………….. 28

SECTION 6
Some normal operations AFM Warnings, Cautions and Notes.. 33

SECTION 7
Power and Speed Setting…………………………………………. 38
Limitations…………………………………………………………... 39
Weights……………………………………………………………… 40
Manoeuvring Load factors………………………………………… 41
Fuel………………………………………………………………….. 42

SECTION 8
Altimeter setting procedure……………………………………… 43
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SECTION 1

PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION
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Pre-Flight Inspection

Technical Log
Obtain from Operations. Check keys present, fuel card/s as required (if
available). Check contents, all present.
Technical log Section 1: Check Maintenance statement. Inspection due:
hours to next maintenance inspection, check current, any other
maintenance due prior to next routine inspection.
Technical log Section 2: check hours to next inspection. Previous sector
completed as required PIC signed.
Technical log Section 3, check for recorded defect, deferral action and
release to service signed as required.
Post satisfactory pre-flight, sign daily pre-flight inspection as required.

Aircraft Documents
Certificate of Airworthiness
Certificate of Registration
Aircraft Review Certificate
Approved POH/AFM
Radio Station Licence/Form
Noise Certificate
Mass & Balance Form
IFR Enroute Charts (for IFR flights confirm onboard)
2x Normal Checklist
2x QRH/Expanded Checklist
Garmin G1000 Cockpit Reference Guide

Approaching the Aircraft

Note the general appearance. Check for ice or frost. Check for signs of
damage or fluid leaks. Remove covers, tie-downs, chocks, and Pitot
cover.
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CABIN CHECK
MET, NAV, Mass & CG........................................... flight planning completed
Airplane documents.................................................. complete and up to date
ELECTRIC MASTER ........................................................... OFF, pull out key
ENGINE MASTER ......................................................................... check OFF
VOTER switch ............................................................................. check AUTO
Fuel valve ................................................... locked, in NORMAL position
Front canopy & rear door .................... clean, undamaged, check locking
mechanism function
All electrical equipment ..................................................................... OFF
Circuit breakers.................. check all IN (if one has popped: investigate)
POWER lever ........................... check condition, freedom of movement,
full travel and friction adjustment
POWER lever .................................................................................. IDLE
ELECTRIC MASTER .......................................................................... ON
Fuel quantity .................................................. check, use alternate mean

NOTE
If the fuel quantity indicator reads 14 US gal, the correct
fuel quantity must be determined with the fuel quantity
measuring device. If this measurement is not carried out,
the fuel quantity available for flight planning is 14 US gal.

Position lights, strobe lights (ACL) ......................................... check OFF

Taxi lights, landing lights........................................................ check OFF
ELECTRIC MASTER ........................................................................ OFF
Foreign objects ............................................................................... check
Controls and trim ............................................................ free and correct
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Emergency axe (if installed) .................................... stowed and secured

Baggage .................................................................. stowed and secured

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WALK-AROUND CHECK, VISUAL INSPECTION

CAUTION
A visual inspection means: examination for damage, cracks,
delamination, excessive play, load transmission, correct
attachment and general condition. In addition control surfaces
should be checked for freedom of movement.

CAUTION .
In low ambient temperatures the airplane must be completely
cleared of ice, snow and similar accumulations.

CAUTION .
Prior to flight, remove such items as control surfaces gust lock,
Pitot cover, tow bar, etc.

Left Main Landing Gear:

Landing gear strut or fairing (if installed) .......................visual inspection
Wear tread depth of tire .................................................................. check
Tire, wheel, brake ..........................................................visual inspection
Brakes.............................................................................. check for leaks
Slip marks ......................................................................visual inspection
Chocks ......................................................................................... remove
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Left Wing:
Entire wing surface ........................................................visual inspection
Step ...............................................................................visual inspection
Air intake on lower wing surface ....................................visual inspection
Winter baffle of air intake on lower wing surface ......... Consider removal
depending on outside air
temperature and verify proper mounting
Openings on lower surface ............................... check for foreign objects
and for traces of fuel (if tank is full,
fuel may spillover through the tank vent
Tank drain ...........................................................drain to check for water
and sediment (drain until free of contamination)
Stall warning ...................................................... check function (suction)
Tank filler ....................................................... Check closed (for fuel qty.
check use of alternate means)
Tank air outlet in lower surface ......................................visual inspection
Pitot probe ............................................ clean, orifices clear, attachment
secure (no loose or missing screws)
Landing/taxi light ............................................................visual inspection
Winglet ...........................................................................visual inspection
Position light, strobe light (ACL) ....................................visual inspection
Tie-down ................................................................................ check clear
2 stall strips on wing ..................................................... Visual inspection
Aileron and linkage ........................................................visual inspection
Aileron hinges and safety pin ........................................visual inspection
Foreign objects in aileron paddle ...................................visual inspection
Continued…
Trim tab..........................................................................visual inspection
Flap and linkage ............................................................visual inspection
Flap hinges and safety pin .............................................visual inspection
Static discharger ............................................................visual inspection
Fuel cooler inlet baffle (if installed) .................. Verify that the outside air
temperature permits the use
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Fuel cooler inlet baffle (if installed) ............ check for improper mounting
or obvious damage

Fuselage, Left Side:

Canopy, left side ............................................................visual inspection
Door lock (if installed) ......................................... unlocked; key removed
Rear cabin door & window .............................................visual inspection
Fuselage skin.................................................................visual inspection
Antennas........................................................................visual inspection
Static source .............................................................. check for blockage

Empennage:
Stabilizers and control surfaces .....................................visual inspection
Hinges............................................................................visual inspection
Elevator trim tab.......................... visual inspection, check for movement
and safety wire
Rudder trim tab ..............................................................visual inspection
Tie-down ............................................................................... check, clear
Tail skid and lower fin ....................................................visual inspection
Static dischargers ..........................................................visual inspection

Fuselage, Right Side:

Fuselage skin.................................................................visual inspection
Static source .............................................................. check for blockage
Rear window ..................................................................visual inspection
Canopy, right side ..........................................................visual inspection

Right Wing:
Flap and linkage ............................................................visual inspection
Flap hinges and safety pin .............................................visual inspection
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Aileron and linkage ........................................................visual inspection

Aileron hinges and safety pin ........................................visual inspection
Foreign objects in aileron paddle ...................................visual inspection
Wing let ..........................................................................visual inspection
Continued…
Position light, strobe light (ACL) ....................................visual inspection
Tie-down ............................................................................... check, clear
Entire wing surface ........................................................visual inspection
2 stall strips on wing ......................................................visual inspection
Tank air outlet in lower surface ......................................visual inspection
Tank filler ....................................................... Check closed (for fuel qty.
check use of alternate means)
Openings on lower surface ................... check for foreign objects and for
traces of fuel (if tank is full, fuel
may spill over through the tank vent)
Tank drain ................................... Drain to check for water and sediment
(drain until free of contamination)
Step ...............................................................................visual inspection

Right Main Landing Gear:

Landing gear strut or fairing (if installed) .......................visual inspection
Wear tread depth of tire .................................................................. check
Tire, wheel, brake ..........................................................visual inspection
Brakes.............................................................................. check for leaks
Slip marks ......................................................................visual inspection
Chocks ......................................................................................... remove

Front Fuselage:
Engine oil level................................................................... check dipstick
(inspection door on left side)
Gearbox oil level ................................................................ check visually
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(inspection door on left side)

Cowling ..........................................................................visual inspection
4 air intakes on front cowling .......................................................... check
2 air intakes on RH fuselage and cowling ...................................... check
1 air intake on LH fuselage ............................................................. check
Propeller ........................................................................visual inspection

WARNING
Never rotate the propeller by hand.

Spinner including attachment screws ............................visual inspection

Nose landing gear strut..................................................visual inspection
Tie-down (if installed)............................................................ check, clear
Tire and wheel .................................. visual inspection. check slip marks
Wear, tread depth of tire ................................................................. check
Wheel fairing (if installed) ..............................................visual inspection
Continued…
Tow bar ...................................................................................... removed
Chocks ......................................................................................... remove
Exhaust ........................................................................................ remove

WARNING
The exhaust can cause burns when it is hot.

Underside:
Antennas........................................................................visual inspection
Gascolator .............................................. pull down on drain to check for
water and sediment (drain until free of contamination)
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Venting pipes ............................................................. check for blockage

Fuselage underside .......................... check for excessive contamination
particularly by oil, fuel or other fluids

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TURNAROUND INSPECTION
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Turnaround Inspection

Technical Logbook / Aircraft Documents............. As per pre-flight inspection

Canopy and Rear door .............................................. Both keylocks unlocked
Control locks ................................................................................Out / Stowed
Aircraft Documents ................................ All present / Check current / Stowed

EXTERNAL
Anti-clockwise walk-around checking as applicable for damage, cracks, de-
lamination, excessive play, correct attachment and general condition
including freedom from ice, FUEL & OIL LEVELS, and leaks. Remove pitot
cover, chocks and tie-downs as applicable, and front baggage doors are
key locked.

INTERNAL

Continue with Normal Checklist.

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SECTION 3

STARTING ENGINE WITH EXTERNAL POWER

AUTOPILOT TEST

ECU & VOTER TEST

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STARTING ENGINE WITH EXTERNAL POWER

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Pre-flight inspection ........................................................................... complete
Rudder pedals ................................................................. adjusted and locked
Passengers ....................................................................................... instructed
Safety harnesses ........................................................................... all fastened
Rear door ............................................................................ closed and locked
Door lock (if installed) ................................................. unlocked; key removed
Front canopy .....................................................Position 1 or 2 (“cooling gap”)
Canopy lock (if installed) ............................................ unlocked, key removed

CAUTION
When operating the canopy, pilots/operators are to ensure that
there are no obstructions between the canopy and the mating
frame, for example seat belts, clothing, etc. When operating the
locking handle do NOT apply undue force.

NOTE
A slight downward pressure on the canopy may be required
to ease the handle operation.

Parking brake...................................................................................... set

Flight controls .................................................................. free movement
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Trim wheel ......................................................................................... T/O

POWER lever ........................................................................ check IDLE
Friction device on POWER lever .................................... check CLOSED
Alternate air .................................................................... check CLOSED
VOTER switch ..................................................................... check AUTO
Fuel pumps ............................................................................ check OFF
ELECTRIC MASTER ............................................................. check OFF
AVIONIC MASTER ................................................................ check OFF
External power (if required) ........................................................ connect
ELECTRIC MASTER .......................................................................... ON
G1000 ..................................................... wait until power-up completed.
Press ENT on MFD to acknowledge

NOTE
If the G1000 avionics system is installed, the engine
instruments are only available on the MFD after item 22
has been completed.

COOL LVL caution on G1000……………………………….....check OFF

Fuel temperature ............................................................................ check

WARNING
Never rotate the propeller by hand.

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AUTOPILOT TEST
Autopilot disconnect tone .......................................................................NOTE

NOTE
IF the G1000 avionics system and the autopilot GFC 700
are installed, the AFCS system automatically conducts a
preflight self-test upon initial power application. The
preflight test is indicated by a white boxed PFT on the PFD.
Upon successful completion of the preflight test, the PFT is
removed, the red AFCS annunciation is removed, and the
autopilot disconnect tone sounds. If AFCS annunciation
remains on or a failure of the preflight test is indicated
terminate flight preparation and investigate the problem.

MANUAL ELECTRIC TRIM – TEST as follows (if G1000 and autopilot

GFC 700 are installed):
Press the AP DISC button down and hold while commanding trim.
Manual electric trim should not operate either nose up or nose down.

AUTOPILOT (if G1000 and autopilot GFC 700 are installed)

.........................................................…….engage by pressing AP button
AP DISC switch (if G1000 and autopilot GFC 700 are installed) .... press
Verify that the autopilot disconnects…………………………...check tone
Press GO AROUND………..verify pitch 7 degrees UP and wings levels
Press FD……………………………..………………………Verify FD OFF
TRIM ..................................................... set to take-off position manually

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ECU & VOTER TEST

CAUTION
If the ECU A/B FAIL (if G1000 is installed) or ECU A/B (if White Wire
annunciator panel is installed) indicators do not illuminate during the
test sequence, there is a malfunction in the engine control system.
Terminate flight preparation.
The whole test procedure must be completed without any error (ECU
A/B FAIL (if G1000 is installed) or ECU A/B (if White Wire annunciator
panel is installed) extinguished after test completion). In case the test
procedure aborts with an error indication (one or both ECU A/B FAIL (if
G1000 is installed) or ECU A/B (if White Wire annunciator panel is
installed) indicators remain ON) terminate flight preparation, even if the
engine seems to run smoothly after the test procedure.

CAUTION
During the test sequence the engine will produce thrust therefore the
parking brake must be set.

NOTE

The engine oil/gearbox temperature have to be in the green

range before starting the test sequence. Efficient engine warm up
may require higher power settings (max. 50% engine power).

Releasing the ECU TEST BUTTON or manipulating the power

lever before the test sequence is completed will abort the test
sequence.

During the following ECU and fuel pump test, a shake of the
engine might occur.

Continue…..
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Power lever ...................................................................................... IDLE

Propeller RPM ................................................... check below 1000 RPM
Fuel pumps ............................................................................ check OFF
VOTER switch ..................................................................... check AUTO

NOTE
If the VOTER switch is not in the AUTO position, the ECU
test will not start.

All engine temperatures ................................... check in the green range

Parking brake............................................................................ check set
ECU TEST button ..............................................................press and hold
Continued…
NOTE
The ECU test consists of the following sequence: the
propeller RPM will increase to above 1900 RPM. This is
followed by a slight RPM drop, then a recovery before
returning to idle RPM. At this point the ECU switches back
to the other ECU channel and the sequence is repeated. At
the end of the test, the control of the engine is returned to
the initially active ECU channel. A slight shake of the
engine may occur during ECU switching.

ECU A/B FAIL (if G1000 is installed) or

ECU A/B (if White Wire annunciator
Panel is installed) lights .................................................. Verify both OFF

Test sequence completed.

ECU TEST button ......................................................................... release

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NOTE
By switching between ECU A and B the two independent
electrical fuel pumps are switched over as well.

VOTER switch .............................................................................. ECU A

Engine................................................... check running without a change
(shake may occur)
VOTER switch ............................................................................... AUTO
Engine................................................... check running without a change
(shake may occur)
VOTER switch .............................................................................. ECU B
Engine................................................... check running without a change
(shake may occur)
VOTER switch ............................................................................... AUTO

CAUTION
Running the engine with the VOTER switch on ECU A or ECU B,
other than for this test or in an emergency is prohibited. The
engine control system redundancy is only given with the VOTER
switch set to AUTO.

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SECTION 4

FMS SETUP
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FMS SET UP

Adjusting Fuel on Board

On the MFD initial page confirm the databases are up to date then
press ENT.

Press the Engine Soft Key and then System Soft Key.

Choosing RST Fuel Soft Key or GAL REM adjust as per the FUEL
CALC to the fuel on board.

FMS SETUP

MFD MAP page………..………...Turn FMS knob and Select MAP page

Using MapOpt soft key check:
a) ...................................................................... Traffic On
b) .............................................................................. Topo
c)............................................................................Terrain
d)…………………………….……………………Push Back
e) Set Range..…………………………………..As required
AUX group………………...………………………..Select using FMS knob
a) Select ………………………………………GPS Status
b) Select ……………………………………System Setup
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FPL .............................................................................. Input as required

NAV1/2 .................................................................................. Select & ID
COM1/2 ..............................................................................................Set
PFD INSET .................................................................................... Select
TRAFFIC..................................................................................... TRFC 2
Recommended Range a) .................................... 2nm in Circuit
b) ............................... 6–12nm Enroute
Note: This does not preclude a pilot from adjusting range in or out as
an aid to situational awareness.
PFD..................................................................................Set as required
CDI...................................................................................Set as required
ADF/DME.............................................................. Select, ID as required
XPDR .................................................................................... Set squawk
TMR/REF…………………Check start, Stop, Reset/Check-Set speed
bugs
ALERTS ..............................................................................Acknowledge

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SECTION 5

BRIEFINGS
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Passenger Safety Briefing

A complete passenger briefing will cover five areas:

- Seats and seatbelts, including for the front passenger

instructions to keep hands and feet well clear of the controls.
- Environmental; cabin cooling and heating, no smoking and
ensure electronic devices are switched off.
- Entry and exit, door locks.
- Emergency equipment, location and correct use.
- Actions in the event of an emergency.

The briefing should be kept short & concise, without skipping any of the
areas above.
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Departure Brief Aide Memoire

Interactive Departure Briefing

Ready to brief
§ W- Weather
§ A – Aircraft Status
§ N – Notams
§ T – TEM

Have you identified nay other likely threats?

§ R/W / Intersection?
§ Chart Number, Date, SID
§ VFR departure procedure / ATC instructions
§ Routing
§ Nav Aid Strategy
§ Stop Alt / MSA
§ Speeds / close in turns
§ Notes / ATC frequencies
§ Terrain clearance / emergency turns
§ Take-off Safety Brief
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Take-Off Safety Briefing

(Example)

“If there is any abnormality before rotating, I will stop.

If there is major abnormality after rotating, I will land on the remaining
runway, if no runway available I will land ahead and preferable into the
wind”
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Approach Brief Aide Memoire

Interactive Approach Briefing

Ready to brief
§ W- Weather
§ A – Aircraft Status (non-normal differences)
§ N – Notams
§ T – TEM

Have you identified any other likely threats?

§ Approach type NDB/VOR/RNAV, CCT direction
§ VFR arrival procedure / ATC instructions
§ STAR Chart Number, Date, routing / TOD
§ Nav Aid Strategy / Hold entry procedure
§ Notes / Speeds
§ MSA / Terrain
§ Approach Chart number, Date
§ Descent point / config point / Approach Fix
§ NPA – G/Sº / App Trk / DA / MDA Minima / RVR / Visual
Procedure / Taxi route
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SECTION 6

SOME NORMAL OPERATIONS

AFM WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
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SOME NORMAL OPERATIONS AFM WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND

NOTES

WARNINGS

ENGINE START
If the oil pressure has not moved from the red range within 3 seconds
after starting, set ENGINE MASTER switch to OFF and investigate
problem.

TAKE OFF
The proper performance of the engine at MAX should be checked early
in the take-off procedure, so that the take-off can be aborted if
necessary.

CAUTIONS

AFTER TAKE OFF & CLIMB

If the oil temperature and/or coolant temperature reaches the yellow
range during climb, flight should be continued with the airspeed
increased by 5 kts and power reduced by 10% (reduced climb rate) for
better engine cooling.
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APPROACH AND LANDING

For landing the adjustable backrests (if installed) must be fixed in the
upright position.
In conditions such as (e.g.) strong wind, danger of wind shear or
turbulence a higher approach speed should be selected.

SHUT DOWN
After turning the ENGINE MASTER OFF, wait until the engine
indications on the G1000 MFD (if installed) or MED (if installed)
disappear prior to switching the ELECT. MASTER OFF. This ensures
that engine and flight data can be written to non-volatile memory before
removing electrical power.

Do not shut down an engine by placing the FUEL VALVE in the OFF
position. The high-pressure fuel pump can otherwise be damaged.
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NOTES

TAKE OFF

CRUISE
The engine manufacturer recommends a cruise power setting of 75%.

APPROACH AND LANDING

Higher approach speeds result in a significantly longer landing distance

during flare.
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SECTION 7

POWER AND SPEED SETTINGS

LIMITATIONS

WEIGHTS

MANOEUVRING LOAD FACTORS

FUEL
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Power and Speed Settings

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Limitations
RPM limitation (shown as propeller RPM)
Maximum take-off (RPM): 2300 RPM max. 5 min
Max. continuous power (RPM): 2100 RPM
Max. overspeed: 2500 RPM máx. 20 sec.
Engine Power:
Max. take-off power: 100% (123.5 kW) max. 5
min.
Max. continuous power: 92% (114 kW)

Oil pressure:
Minimum at idle: 0.9 bar
Minimum at max. conti. cond.: 2.5 bar
Maximum: 6.5 bar
Normal range: 2.5 bar – 6.0 bar

Oil quantity:
Minimum: 5.0 l
Maximum: 7.0 l
Maximum oil consumption: 0.1 liter/hour
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Weights
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Manoeuvring Load Factors

Fuel

Approved Fuel Grades:

JET A, JET A-1 (ASTM D1655)

Standard Tanks Total Usable

2 x 15 US Gals 28 US Gals
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SECTION 8

ALTIMETER SETTING PROCEDURES

VHF COMMUNICATION

NAVIGATION AIDS
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Altimeter Setting Procedures

Principle:
The barometric setting is set on the altimeter and cross checked within
±60 ft of the reference altitude.

The pilot of an aircraft operating in Class G airspace must maintain

vertical position by reference to the Zone Area QNH setting except that
the appropriate aerodrome QNH setting must be used for:
(a) take-off, landing, and flight within the aerodrome traffic circuit;
and
(b) the intermediate and final approach segments of an instrument
approach.

The pilot of an aircraft departing from an aerodrome where no QNH

setting is available must set aerodrome elevation on the altimeter prior
to departure and obtain appropriate altimeter setting from an ATS unit
as soon as possible, and in any case, before entering IMC.

Portugal Altimeter Setting Procedures

Altimeter setting procedures for Portugal (Lisbon FIR) are contained in
Part I – Rules and Procedures of the VFR Manual, published by NAV
Portugal.
Link: https://www.nav.pt/docs/AIS/vfr-manual-i/regras-e
procedimentos.pdf?sfvrsn=22
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VHF Communication

Principle:
The Garmin 1000 can display a multitude of information. When preparing
for various phases of flight it is important to standardise the information
displayed, maintaining consistency, when setting up communication
frequencies, FMS, and navigation aids.
The following is a normal standardised set up. However, there will be
situations where variations to this standard are appropriate.

VHF COMMs
COM1 is used primarily for two-way communications. The primary
frequency in use is selected in the active box, with the subsequent
frequency in standby.

COM2 is used primarily to listen to ATIS/AWIB and information/courtesy

calls to secondary stations, enabling communication on the primary
frequency to be maintained on COM 1.

The functionality of the radios must be tested before flight by transmitting

and receiving on both COM1 and COM2. This is normally achieved by
transmitting and receiving on COM1 with ATC and on COM2 with
Operations.
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Enroute Frequency
In uncontrolled airspace when not in the vicinity (within 10nm & 3000
feet) of an aerodrome the pilot should maintain a listening watch on the
relevant FISCOM (Flight Information Service Communications)
frequency.

Navigation Aids

NAVAIDs
Set up of the navigation aids follows the Select Identify Display
mnemonic,
NAVAIDs: NAV1 ACTIVE frequency is set to the primary
navigation or approach aid. The STANDBY is set
to the next appropriate aid to be used.
Identification is verified visually or audibly if
visual ID is not displayed.
NAV2 ACTIVE frequency is set to the primary
navigation or approach aid. The STANDBY is set
to the next appropriate aid to be used.
Identification is verified visually or audibly if
visual ID is not displayed.
DME slaved to NAV2. During ILS/LLZ approach
where ILS/LLZ DME is to be referenced the DME
is to be slaved to NAV1 for the approach. The
DME is to be audibly identified.
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Note: Where DME is not equipped, GPS derived

distance maybe used in lieu, a RAIM prediction
is normally required prior to departure.

Bearing Pointers: BRG2 - Primary bearing reference (VOR1/2-

GPS),
BRG1 – Supplementary navigation information
when required.

FMS Flight Plan: SET as required during FMS set up procedures.

DME/BRG/HSI: The information displayed about the HSI and the

setup of the HSI under typical procedures will be:

DME DISPLAYED.
BRG 1 OFF.
BRG 2 ON VOR2 for operations or GPS for GNSS operations.
The above settings are accessed via the PFD soft key and sub menu.
CDI VOR1 OR GPS for GNSS operations.
The above settings are accessed via the CDI soft key.