Extra 300S - Page 45

Page Date: 20. April 2002 4 - 5
Section 4
Normal Procedures
Pilot´s Operating Handbook
EXTRA 300S
4) Nose
1. Engine oil dipstick CHECK
2. Propeller and spinner CHECK
3. Air inlet CHECK
4. Acro & center fuel tank drain DRAIN FOR AT LEAST 4
SECONDS TO CLEAR SUMP OF
POSSIBLE WATER;
CHECK CLOSED
5. Wing fuel tank drain DRAIN FOR AT LEAST 4
SECONDS TO CLEAR SUMP OF
POSSIBLE WATER;
CHECK CLOSED
6. Fuel filter drain DRAIN FOR AT LEAST 4
SECONDS TO CLEAR
FILTER OF POSSIBLE WATER;
CHECK CLOSED
7. Exhaust silencer (if installed) CHECK FOR DAMAGE AND
SECURE ATTACHMENT
5) Left wing
1. Left landing gear, wheel and brakes CHECK
2. Fuel quantity CHECK
3. Fuel tank filler cap CHECK
4. Pitot cover REMOVE
5. Trailing edge CHECK
6. Aileron, freedom of movement and security CHECK
6) Before starting engine
1. Preflight inspection COMPLETE
2. Parachute handling briefing COMPLETE
3. Seat, seatbelts, shoulder harnesses ADJUST AND LOCK
4. Canopy CLOSE AND LOCK
CAUTION:
Handles of the canopy lock mechanism must be in the most opposite position indicated with
a red line on the canopy frame. Check gap between canopy frame and fuselage fairing!
5. Brake CHECK
6. Master switch ON
7. Avionics power switch OFF
8. Electrical equipment OFF
9. Alternator ON
10.Wingtip position / Strobe lights ON
CAUTION