PIPER
AIRCRAFT
CORPORATION
SECTION 8
PA-28-161,
WARRIOR
II HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
8.9 GROUND
HANDLING
(a) Towing
The airplane rna y be moved on the ground by the use
of
the nose
wheel steering bar that
is
stowed below the forward ledge
of
the
baggage compartment
or
by power equipment
that
will not damage
or
excessively strain the nose gear steering assembly. Towing lugs
are incorporated as part
of
the nose
ge<\r
fork.
CAUTIONS
When towing with power equipment,
do
not
turn the nose gear beyond its steering radius in
either direction, as this
will
result
in
damage to
the nose gear
and
steering mechanism.
Do not tow the airplane when the controls are
secured.
In the event towing lines are necessary, ropes should
be
attached to both main gear struts as high up on the tubes as possible.
Lines should be long enough to clear the nose
and;
or
tail by not
less
than fifteen feet, and a qualified person should ride
in
the pilot's seat
to maintain control by use
of
the brakes.
(b) Taxiing
Before attempting to taxi the airplane, ground personnel
should
be
instructed and approved by a qualified person authorized
by the owner. Engine starting and shut-down procedures as well as
taxi techniques should be covered. When it
is
ascertained
that
the
propeller back blast and taxi areas are clear, power should be
applied
to
start the taxi roll, and the following checks should
be
performed:
(!)
Taxi a few feet forward and apply the brakes to determine
their effectiveness.
(2) While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effective-
ness
of
the steering.
(3) Observe wing clearance when taxiing near buildings
or
other stationary objects. If possible, station
an
observer
outside the airplane.
ISSUED: AUGUST 13, 1982
REPORT:
VB-1180
8-S
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