If the fire continues, leave the fuel selector OFF and the mixture at
IDLE CUT-OFF, and abandon the airplane, applying the best external
extinguishing means available.
If the fire is on the ground near the airplane, it may be possible to taxi
to safety.
FIRE IN FLIGHT
The presence of fire is indicated by smoke, smell, or heat. It is essential
that the source of the fire be promptly identified through instrument
readings, character of the smoke or other indications, since the action to be
taken differs in each case.
If an engine fire is indicated, immediately turn the fuel selector OFF
and close the throttle. Pull the mixture control to IDLE CUT-OFF. Be sure
that the electric fuel pump is OFF. Turn OFF the cabin heat and defroster.
If radio transmission is not required, turn OFF the master switch. Proceed
with a Power Off Landing.
NOTE
The possibility of an engine fire in flight is
extremely remote. The procedure given is
general and pilot judgment should be the
determining factor for action in such an
emergency.
If smoke or fumes in the cabin indicate an electrical fire, turn OFF the
master switch. Turn OFF the cabin heat and defroster, and open the vents
to clear smoke and fumes from the cabin. Land as soon as practicable.
NOTES
When the master switch is turned off, the stall
warning system will not function.
During night flight a flashlight should be in
hand before turning off the master switch.
SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126 ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978
3-10
If the fire continues, leave the fuel selector OFF and the mixture at
IDLE CUT-OFF, and abandon the airplane, applying the best external
extinguishing means available.
If the fire is on the ground near the airplane, it may be possible to taxi
to safety.
FIRE IN FLIGHT
The presence of fire is indicated by smoke, smell, or heat. It is essential
that the source of the fire be promptly identified through instrument
readings, character of the smoke or other indications, since the action to be
taken differs in each case.
If an engine fire is indicated, immediately turn the fuel selector OFF
and close the throttle. Pull the mixture control to IDLE CUT-OFF. Be sure
that the electric fuel pump is OFF. Turn OFF the cabin heat and defroster.
If radio transmission is not required, turn OFF the master switch. Proceed
with a Power Off Landing.
NOTE
The possibility of an engine fire in flight is
extremely remote. The procedure given is
general and pilot judgment should be the
determining factor for action in such an
emergency.
If smoke or fumes in the cabin indicate an electrical fire, turn OFF the
master switch. Turn OFF the cabin heat and defroster, and open the vents
to clear smoke and fumes from the cabin. Land as soon as practicable.
NOTES
When the master switch is turned off, the stall
warning system will not function.
During night flight a flashlight should be in
hand before turning off the master switch.
SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK
REPORT: 2126 ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978
3-10
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