Pilot’s Operating Handbook Section 3
EXTRA 500 Emergency Procedures
26. January 2011
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2 Engine Fire During Engine Start
Item Condition
FUEL SELECTOR VALVE OFF
Engine will shut down within 30 seconds.
Item Condition
GEN OFF
STDBY ALT OFF
BATT OFF
If engine fire still persists:
Item Condition
Aircraft Abandon
Fire
Try to extinguish
by external means
3 Engine Fire During Takeoff
Warning It may be necessary to use engine power as long as possible
for safe approach to selected landing site. Sideslip aircraft if
necessary for keeping sight. Nevertheless, in any case try to
shut down engine as soon as possible.
After landing area is selected and safe approach established:
Item Condition
Power Off Landing Perform ASAP
4 Engine Fire in Flight
Warning It may be necessary to use engine power as long as possible
for safe approach to selected landing site. Sideslip aircraft if
necessary for keeping sight. Nevertheless, in any case try to
shut down engine as soon as possible.
After approaching selected landing site:
Item Condition
Power Off Landing Perform ASAP