Cessna 182 - Pre-Stall Check (Ascot); Descent

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PRE-STALL CHECK
37. Prior to practising slow flight, stalls, spiral dives, or unusual attitude recoveries, perform
the following (ASCOT) check:
PRE-STALL (ASCOT)
ACTION
CHECK
NOTES
A - Altitude
As required
Ensure that manoeuvre
recoveries can be
accomplished above min
designated altitudes.
S - Straps
Tight
Ensure unused straps secure.
C - Cockpit / Configuration
a. Prop --------------- A/R
b. Mixture ----------- RICH
c. Fuel -------------- BOTH
d. Flaps ------------- A/R
e. Temp / Press --- GREEN
f. Doors ------------- SECURE
O - Objects
Secure loose objects
T - Traffic/Terrain
Clear
Check for conflicting traffic
and ensure clear of
obstructions.
Figure 2-18 ASCOT Check
PRE-DESCENT
38. Prior to commencing a descent, perform descent check as follows:
PRE-DESCENT
ACTION
CHECK
NOTES
1. Mixture
Enrich as required
May be done progressively in
extended descents to ensure
continued smooth running of
the engine
2. Cowl flaps
Close
3. Throttle
Reduce Slowly
Figure 2-19 Pre-Descent Check
CAUTION
To avoid engine damage due to shock cooling, reduce power in a
smooth, gradual manner. Monitor EDM930 and maintain cylinder
cooling rates below 60º / min.