DA20-C1 Flight Manual
Normal Operating Procedures
Doc # DA202-C1 April 06, 2010 Page 4 - 9
4.4.2. Before Starting Engine
CAUTION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE, THE CANOPY MUST BE
CLOSED AND LATCHED. THE RED HANDLES MUST BE
MOVED FULLY FORWARD.
AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE THE CANOPY MUST BE
CLOSED AND LATCHED AND STAY CLOSED AND LATCHED
UNTIL THE ENGINE IS SHUT DOWN.
DURING ENGINE OPERATION IT IS PROHIBITED TO ENTER
OR EXIT THE AIRPLANE.
1. Preflight Inspection performed
2. Pedals adjust, lock – pull T-grip straight
back
3. Passenger Briefing performed
4. Safety Belts fasten
5. Parking Brake set
6. Flight Controls free
7. Fuel Shut-off Valve OPEN
8. Mixture FULL RICH
9. Throttle IDLE
10. Friction Device of Throttle Quadrant adjust
11. Avionics Master Switch OFF
12. GEN/BAT Master Switch ON
13. Generator Warning Light illuminated
14. Exterior Lights as required
15. Instrument Panel Lighting as required
16. Canopy Close and Secure
17. Canopy Unlock Warning Light OFF
Revision 25 DOT Approved