Section 4 – Normal procedures
NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLIST
Tires show low pressure in cold weather: the required adjustments to inflation
pressure should be performed on tires cooled to ambient temperature.
If the crew detects ice, anti-icing products are not allowed. To remove ice, tow the
aircraft in the hangar and operate with a soft brush or a humid cloth.
Removal of snow/ice accumulations is necessary prior to take-off
because this will seriously affect airplane performance. Aircraft
with ice/snow accumulation is not cleared for flight.
If the aircraft must be operated in cold weather conditions within the range -25ºC
to -5ºC, it is suggested to perform following procedure in order to speed up the
engine warm-up:
Tow the airplane in a warm hangar (warmer than -5°C);
Let airplane temperature stabilize;
Check pressure in hydraulic system, recharge if necessary;
Heat the cabin to a suitable value to avoid windshield frost in flight; an elec-
trical fan heater may be used inside the cabin;
Tow airplane outside and perform engine starting.
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