111.11,
......
.
DITCHING
This aircraft has not been certified for ditching under
all
the applicable pro-
visions of
FAR
25.
However, a successful ditching has been conducted in a
similar model Learjet.
The
following procedure
will
enhance the probability
of a successful ditching.
Plan the descent
to
ensure minimum fuel remaining
and
improve buoyancy.
Ensure sufficient
fuel
for controlled, power-on approach. This aircraft exhib-
its good buoyancy properties, floating near level
or
slightly tail
low.
After
ditching,
the
airplane may remain afloat for some time
if
it
does not sustain
serious damage
on
landing.
1.
If time and conditions permit:
a.
Head
toward nearest land
or
vessel.
b. Notify controlling agency.
c.
Transponder - Emergency
7700.
d.
ELT Switch
(if
installed) - ON.
e. Ufe vests - On.
E~
Inform passengers
not
to
inflate life vests while inside
aircraft.
f.
Brief passengers
as
required.
(1)
Use
of
available flotation equipment.
(2)
Location and operation of emergency exits.
Do
not
open
lower cabin door at any time.
(3)
All
loose items - secure.
(4)
Emergency landing brace position.
(5)
Several impacts may be felt, depending on the
sea
condi-
tions. Do not release seat belts after first impact
is
felt.
g. NO SMOKING/FASTEN
SEAT
BELTS Switch - ON.
h.
Seat
belts -
On
until aircraft comes
to
a complete stop.
i. FUEL .rrSN Switch -
ON
(lights on).
Set
switch Off (lights off)
when jettison
is
complete or prior
to
touchdown.
2. LANDING GEAR Switch -
UP.
3.
Raps-ON.
E~·
The landing gear warning
hom
will
sound with landing
gear up and flaps down.
4. CABIN
AIR
or
CAB
AIR
Switch -
OFF.
FAA APPROVED 4-30-76
REISSUED 2-25-81, CHANGE 10
3-43
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