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GENERAL
Section X
Safety Information
As a pilot, you are responsible to yourself and to those who
fly with you, to other pilots and their passengers and to
people on the ground, to fly wisely and safely.
The following material in this Safety Information publication
covers several subjects in limited detail. Here are some
con-
densed Do's and Don'ts.
DO'S
Be thoroughly familiar with your airplane, know its limitations
and your own.
Be current in your airplane, or fly with a qualified instructor
until you are current. Practice until you are proficient.
Preplan all
aspects
of
your
flight - including a
proper
weather briefing and adequate fuel reserves.
Use services available - weather briefing, inflight weather
and Flight Service Station.
Carefully preflight your airplane.
Use the approved checklist.
Have more than enough fuel for takeoff, plus the trip, and an
adequate reserve.
Be sure your weight loading and C.G. are within limits.
Use seatbelts and shoulder harnesses at all times.
Be sure all loose articles and baggage are secured.
Check freedom and proper direction of operation of all con-
trols during preflight.
Maintain the prescribed airspeeds in takeoff, climb, descent,
and landing.
May. 1994
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