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TAXIING – MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
09-20 TAXIING
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
General
Before attempting to taxi the aircraft, ground personnel should be checked out by a qualified
pilot or other responsible person. Engine starting and shutdown procedures should be covered
as well.
Taxiing requires two persons, one to maneuver the airplane and one to assist and act as an
observer.
WARINING
Procedure
1. Clear the area of personnel and equipment.
2. Disconnect mooring cables (if employed), remove wheel chocks and control locks.
3. Start the engines. Refer to AFM for engine starting procedure.
4. Release parking brake and start taxiing roll using only sufficient power to start roll.
5. Taxi forward a few feet and apply brakes to determine their effectiveness.
6. Taxi with propellers controls in full forward position.
7. While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness of steering.
8. Observe wing clearances when taxiing near buildings or other stationary objects. If
possible, station a guide outside the aircraft to observe.
9. When taxiing on uneven ground, look for and avoid holes and ruts.
10. Do not operate the engines at high RPM when running up or taxiing over ground
containing loose stones, gravel, or any material that may cause damage to the propeller
blades.
11. After taxiing, set parking brake and shut the engines down. Refer to AFM for engine
shutdown procedure.
12. Connect mooring cables (if employed), install wheel chocks and control locks (if
installed).
Make sure that there are not personnel or materials near the
propellers and taxi area
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