Cessna 182T Skylane — Jan_Koltai_cessna_C182T_NAV_III_Checklist

Speeds reference

VY @ Sea Level 80 KIAS
VY @ 10,000 Feet 74 KIAS
VX @ Sea Level 65 KIAS
VX @ 10,000 Feet 68 KIAS
VA @ 3,100 Lbs 110 KIAS
VA @ 2,600 Lbs 101 KIAS
VA @ 2,100 Lbs 91 KIAS
VGLIDE @ 3,100 Lbs 76 KIAS
VGLIDE @ 2,600 Lbs 70 KIAS
VGLIDE @ 2,100 Lbs 58 KIAS
Max Demonstrated Crosswind 15 Knots

Cabin preflight_inspection

Pitot Tube CoverREMOVE
Hobbs & TachCHECK
POHACCESSIBLE TO PILOT
Garmin G1000™ GuideACCESSIBLE TO PILOT
Weight & BalanceCHECKED
Parking BrakeSET
Control Wheel LockREMOVE
MAGNETOS SwitchOFF
AVN Switch (BUS 1&2)OFF
MASTER Switch (BUS 1&2)ON
FlapsDOWN
Primary Flt DisplayVERIFY ON
FUEL QTY (L&R)CHECK
LOW FUEL L & R AnnunciatorsVERIFY OFF
OIL PRESS AnnunciatorVERIFY ON
LOW VOLTS AnnunciatorVERIFY ON
LOW VACUUM AnnunciatorVERIFY ON
AVIONICS Switch (BUS 1)ON
Forward Avionics FanCHECK AUDIBLY FOR OPERATION
AVIONICS Switch (BUS 1)OFF
AVIONICS Switch (BUS 2)ON
Aft Avionics FanCHECK AUDIBLY FOR OPERATION
AVIONICS Switch (BUS 2)OFF
PITOT HEAT SwitchON/CHECK
Stall Warning SystemCHECK
PITOT HEAT SwitchOFF
MASTER Switch (ALT & BAT)OFF
Trim ControlsTAKEOFF POSITION
FUEL SELECTOR ValveBOTH
ALT STATIC AIR ValveOFF
Fire ExtinguisherVERIFY GREEN

Empennage preflight_inspection

Baggage Compartment DoorCHECK LATCHED
Rudder Gust LockREMOVE
Tail Tie-DownDISCONNECT
Control SurfacesCHECK
Trim TabCHECK FOR SECURITY
AntennasCHECK

Right Wing preflight_inspection

FlapCHECK
AileronCHECK
Wing Tie DownDISCONNECT
Wing Tank Vent OpeningCHECK
Main Wheel TireCHECK CONDITION
Fuel Tank Quick Drain ValvesDRAIN
Fuel QuantityCHECK VISUALLY
Fuel Filler CapSECURE AND VENT UNOBSTRUCTED

Nose preflight_inspection

Static Source OpeningCHECK
Fuel Strainer Quick DrainDRAIN
Engine OilCHECK 4 QT MIN, 9 QT FOR EXT FLIGHTS
Engine Cooling OutletsCLEAR
Propeller & SpinnerCHECK
Air FilterCHECK
Nosewheel Strut and TireCHECK
Static Source OpeningCHECK

Preflight Left Wing preflight_inspection

Fuel Tank Quick Drain ValvesDRAIN
Left Fuel QuantityVISUALLY CHECK
Fuel Filler CapSECURE & VENT UNOBSTRUCTED
Wing Tie-downDISCONNECT
Main Wheel TireCHECK CONDITION
Fuel Tank Vent OpeningCHECK FOR BLOCKAGE
Stall Warning OpeningCHECK FOR BLOCKAGE
Landing/Taxi light(s)CHECK
Left AileronCHECK
Left FlapCHECK

Before Engine Start before_start

Preflight InspectionCOMPLETE
Passenger BriefCOMPLETE
Seats / Belts / Shoulder HarnessADJUST AND LOCK
BrakesTEST & SET
Circuit BreakersCHECK IN
Electrical EquipmentOFF
Avionics Switch (Bus 1&2)OFF
Cowl FlapsOPEN
Fuel SelectorBOTH

Starting Engine (Using Battery) engine_start

Throttle ControlOPEN ¼ INCH
Propeller ControlHIGH RPM
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT OFF
Stby Batt SwitchTEST, THEN ARM
Hold for 20 seconds, verify that green test lamp does not go out, then ARM (verify that PFD comes on).
Engine Indicating SystemCHECK PARAMETERS
Bus E VoltsVERIFY 24 VOLTS MIN
M Bus VoltsVERIFY 0 VOLTS
Batt S AmpsVERIFY DISCHARGE (NEG)
Stby Batt AnnunciatorVERIFY ON
Propeller AreaCLEAR
Master Switch (Alt and Bat)ON
Prime if Cold
Fuel Pump SwitchON
Mixture ControlRICH UNTIL STEADY FLOW, THEN CUT-OFF
Fuel Pump SwitchOFF
Magnetos SwitchSTART
Mixture ControlADVANCE TO FULL RICH WHEN ENGINE STARTS
NOTEIf the engine floods, place the mixture control in the Idle Cut Off position, open the throttle control ½ to full, and engage the starter motor (Start). When the engine starts, advance the mixture control to the Full Rich position and retard the throttle control promptly.
Oil PressureCHECK
Amps (M Batt & Batt S)CHECK CHARGE (POSITIVE)
Low Volts AnnunciatorVERIFY OFF
Beacon Light SwitchON
Nav Lights SwitchON AS REQ
Avionics Switch (Bus1&2)ON
ATIS / AWOSCOPY
Check MFD for correct A/C type and Jeppesen expiration dates, then press ENTCHECK

Taxi taxi

Mixture ControlLEAN AS REQUIRED
BrakesTEST
Heat / Vents / DefrostAS REQUIRED
Attitude IndicatorVERIFY PROPER OPS
Turn CoordinatorVERIFY OPS
H.I. & CompassVERIFY PROPER OPS
Fuel Selector ValveCHECK & SET TO BOTH

Before Takeoff - Run-Up before_takeoff

Parking BrakeSET
Passenger Seat BacksMOST UPRIGHT POSITION
Seats and Seat BeltsCHECK SECURE
Cabin DoorsCLOSED AND LOCKED
Flight ControlsFREE & CORRECT
Flight InstrumentsCHECK NO RED XS
PFD (Baro)SET
Standby AltimeterSET
KAP 140 Autopilot (Baro)SET
G1000 Alt SelSET
KAP 140 Altitude PreselectSET
Standby Flight InstrumentsCHECK
Fuel QuantityCHECK
Mixture controlRICH
Fuel Selector ValveRECHECK BOTH
Elevator & Rudder TrimSET FOR TAKE OFF
Manual Electric Trim (MET)CHECK
Throttle Control1800 RPM
Magnetos SwitchCHECK
RPM drop 175 or 50 differential between magnetos.
Prop ControlCYCLE
VAC IndicatorsCHECK
Engine IndicatorsCHECK
Ammeters & VoltmetersCHECK
AnnunciatorsCHECK NONE ILLUMINATED
Throttle ControlCHECK IDLE
Throttle Control1000 RPM OR LESS
Throttle Friction LockADJUST
Com Frequency(s)SET
Nav Frequency(s)SET
FMS/GPS Flight PlanAS DESIRED
GPS 2 Available (on aux status page)CHECK
XPDRSET
CDI SoftkeySELECT NAV SOURCE
AutopilotOFF
Wing Flaps0°-20° (10º PREFERRED)
Cowl FlapsOPEN
Cabin WindowsCLOSED & LOCKED

Normal Takeoff takeoff

WindCHECK
Emerg. TurnaroundALTITUDE & DIRECTION
Flaps0°-20° (10º PREFERRED)
TrimSET FOR TAKEOFF
LightsSTROBES/LANDING ON
Mixture ControlFULL RICH
Above 5000 ft. alt., lean for max. RPM.
Throttle ControlFULL
Propeller Control2400 RPM
Engine InstrumentsGREEN
Rotate50-60 KIAS
Initial Climb Speed75 KIAS
Wing FlapsRETRACT AT SAFE ALTITUDE

Short-Field Takeoff takeoff

WindCHECK
Emerg. TurnaroundALTITUDE & DIRECTION
Flaps20°
TrimSET FOR TAKEOFF
LightsSTROBES/LANDING ON
Mixture ControlFULL RICH
Above 5000 ft. alt., lean for max. RPM.
Propeller ControlHIGH RPM
Throttle ControlFULL
Engine InstrumentsGREEN
Rotate50 KIAS
Initial Climb Speed58 KIAS
Wing FlapsRETRACT AT SAFE ALTITUDE

Normal Climb climb

Airspeed85-95 KIAS
Throttle23 INCHES
Propeller Control2400 RPM
Mixture15 GPH
Cowl FlapsOPEN AS REQUIRED
Engine InstrumentsGREEN

Performance Climb climb

Airspeed80 AT S.L., 74 AT 10,000
ThrottleFULL
Propeller Control2400 RPM
MixtureMAX POWER FUEL FLOW
Fuel SelectorBOTH
Cowl FlapsOPEN
Engine InstrumentsGREEN

Cruise cruise

Power<80% (15-23 IN. & 2000-2400 RPM)
Elevator & Rudder TrimADJUST
MixtureLEAN
Cowl FlapsCLOSED OR AS REQUIRED
Engine InstrumentsGREEN
Monitor121.5

Before Destination arrival

ATISRECEIVED
ApproachBRIEFED
Descent PointCALCULATED

Descent descent

PowerAS DESIRED
MixtureENRICH AS REQUIRED
Cowl FlapsCLOSED
PDF (Baro)SET
Standby AltimeterSET
KAP 140 Autopilot (Baro)SET
G1000 Alt SelSET
KAP 140 Altitude PreselectSET
CDI SoftkeySELECT NAV SOURCE
FMS/GPSREVIEW & BRIEF
Fuel Selector valveBOTH
Wing FlapsAS DESIRED

Before Landing before_landing

Seat BacksMOST UPRIGHT POSITION
Seats & Seat BeltsSECURED & LOCK
Fuel SelectorBOTH
Mixture ControlRICH
Propeller ControlHIGH RPM
Landing & Taxi Light SwitchesON
AutopilotOFF

Normal Landing landing

Approach Airspeed70-80 KIAS (FLAPS UP)
Wing FlapsAS DESIRED
Airspeed60-70 KIAS (FULL FLAPS)
TrimADJUST
Landing RollLOWER NOSEWHEEL
BrakingAS REQUIRED

Short-Field Landing landing

Approach Airspeed70-80 KIAS (FLAPS UP)
Wing FlapsFULL
Airspeed60 KIAS (UNTIL FLARE)
TrimADJUST
PowerIDLE WHEN CLEAR OF OBSTACLES
BrakingAPPLY HEAVILY
Wing FlapsUP

After Landing (Clear of Runway) after_landing

Wing FlapsUP
Cowl FlapsOPEN
LightsAS REQUIRED
TransponderGND/STBY & 1200
MixtureLEAN
Pitot HeatOFF

Securing Aircraft securing

Parking BrakeSET
Throttle ControlIDLE
Monitor121.5
Electrical EquipmentOFF
Avionics Switch (Bus 1&2)OFF
MagnetosCHECK FOR GROUND
MixtureIDLE CUT OFF
Magneto & Master SwitchOFF
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Control/Avionics LockINSTALL
Parking BrakeOFF
Cowl FlapsCLOSED
Fuel SelectorLEFT OR RIGHT
AircraftSECURED & LOCKED
Flight PlanCLOSED

Engine Failure During Takeoff Roll engine_failure_before_rotation

Throttle ControlIDLE
BrakesAPPLY
Wing FlapsRETRACT
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT-OFF
Magnetos SwitchOFF
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF

Engine Failure Immediately After Takeoff engine_failure_after_takeoff

Airspeed75 KIAS (FLAPS UP) / 70 KIAS (FLAPS DOWN)
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT-OFF
Fuel shutoff valveOFF
Magnetos SwitchOFF
Wing FlapsAS REQ (FULL RECOMMENDED)
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF
Cabin DoorUNLATCH
LandSTRAIGHT AHEAD

Engine Failure During Flight (Restart Procedures) engine_failure_in_flight

Airspeed75 KIAS (BEST GLIDE SPEED)
Fuel Selector ValveBOTH
Fuel Pump SwitchON
MixtureRICH
Magnetos SwitchBOTH (OR START IF PROPELLER IS STOPPED)
NOTEIf propeller is windmilling, engine will restart automatically within a few seconds. If propeller has stopped (possible at low speeds), turn Magnetos switch to Start, advance throttle slowly from idle, and lean the mixture from full rich, as required to obtain smooth operation.
Fuel Pump SwitchOFF
NOTEIf the indicated fuel flow (FFLOW GPH) immediately drops to zero, a sign of failure of the engine-driven fuel pump, return the Fuel Pump switch to the On Position.
NOTESee Emergency Landing without Engine

Emergency Landing without Engine Power forced_landing

Passenger Seat BackMOST UPRIGHT POSITION
Seats and Seat BeltsSECURE
Airspeed75 KIAS (FLAPS UP) / 70 KIAS (FLAPS DOWN)
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT-OFF
Fuel Selector ValveOFF
Magnetos SwitchOFF
Wing FlapsAS REQ (FULL RECOMMENDED)
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF (WHEN LANDING IS ASSURED)
DoorsUNLATCHED PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN
TouchdownSLIGHTLY TAIL LOW
BrakesAPPLY HEAVILY

Precautionary Landing with Engine Power forced_landing

Passenger SeatsMOST UPRIGHT POSITION
Seats and Seat BeltsSECURE
Airspeed75 KIAS
Wing Flaps20º
Selected FieldFLY OVER
Note terrain and obstructions, then retract flaps upon reaching a safe altitude and airspeed.
Avionics Switch (Bus1 & 2)OFF
Electrical Equip. SwitchesOFF
Wing FlapsFULL (ON FINAL APPROACH)
Airspeed70 KIAS
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt and Bat)OFF
DoorsUNLATCH PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN
TouchdownSLIGHTLY TAIL LOW
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT OFF
Magnetos SwitchOFF
BrakesAPPLY HEAVILY

Ditching ditching

RadioTRANSMIT MAYDAY TO ATC OR 121.5
Squawk7700
Heavy Objects (in baggage area)SECURE OR JETTISON (IF POSSIBLE)
Passenger Seat BacksMOST UPRIGHT POSITION
Seats and Seat BeltsSECURE
Wing Flaps20º TO FULL
PowerESTABLISH 300 FT/MIN DESCENT AT 65 KIAS
NOTEIf no power is available, approach at 70 KIAS with flaps up or at 65 KIAS with 10º of Flaps.
Approach
High winds, Heavy SeasINTO THE WIND
Light winds, Heavy SwellsPARALLEL TO SWELLS
Cabin DoorsUNLATCH
TouchdownLEVEL ATTITUDE AT ESTABLISHED RATE-OF-DESCENT
FaceCUSHION AT TOUCHDOWN WITH FOLDED COAT
ELTACTIVATE
AirplaneEVACUATE
If necessary, open window and flood cabin to equalize pressure so doors can be openedOPEN WINDOW
Life Vests and RaftINFLATE WHEN CLEAR OF AIRPLANE

Fire During Start On Ground engine_fire_ground

Magnetos SwitchSTART (CONTINUE CRANKING)
If Engine Starts:
Power1700 RPM FOR A FEW MINUTES
EngineSHUT DOWN AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE
If Engine Fails To Start:
Throttle ControlFULL OPEN
Mixture ControlIDLE CUT-OFF
Magnetos SwitchSTART (CONTINUE CRANKING)
Fuel Selector ValvePUSH DOWN AND ROTATE OFF
Fuel Pump SwitchOFF
Magnetos SwitchOFF
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF
EngineSECURE
Parking BrakeRELEASE
Fire ExtinguisherOBTAIN
AirplaneEVACUATE
FireEXTINGUISH
Use fire extinguisher, wool blanket, or dirt.
Fire DamageINSPECT

Engine Fire in Flight engine_fire_in_flight

Mixture ControlIDLE CUT-OFF
Fuel Selector ValvePUSH DOWN AND ROTATE TO OFF
Fuel Pump SwitchOFF
Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF
Cabin Heat and AirOFF (EXCEPT OVERHEAD VENTS)
Airspeed100 KIAS
If fire is not extinguished, increase glide speed to find an airspeed, within airspeed limitations, which will provide an incombustible mixture.
Forced LandingEXECUTE
NOTERefer to Emergency Landing Without Power

Electrical Fire in Flight electrical_fire

Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF
Vents/Cabin Air/HeatCLOSED
Fire ExtinguisherACTIVATE
Avionics Switch (Bus 1 & 2)OFF
All Other Switches (except magnetos switch)OFF
Vents/Cabin Air/HeatOPEN WHEN OUT
If fire has been extinguished and electrical power is necessary for continued flight to nearest suitable airport or landing areaCHECK
Circuit BreakerCHECK, DO NOT RESET
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)ON
Avionics Switch (Bus 1)ON
Avionics Switch (Bus 2)ON

Cabin Fire cabin_fire

Stby Batt SwitchOFF
Master Switch (Alt & Bat)OFF
Vents/Cabin Air/HeatCLOSED (TO AVOID DRAFTS)
Fire ExtinguisherACTIVATE
Vents/Cabin Air/HeatOPEN WHEN OUT
LandAS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO INSPECT FOR DAMAGE

Wing Fire engine_fire_in_flight

Land & Taxi Light SwitchesOFF
Nav Light SwitchOFF
Anticollision Strobe Light SwitchOFF
Pitot Heat SwitchOFF
NOTEPerform a sideslip to keep the flames away from the fuel tank and cabin. Land as soon as possible using flaps only as required for final approach and touchdown.

High Main Battery Charge Current (M Bat Amps More Than 40) electrical_failure

Master Switch (ALT)OFF
Nonessential Elect. Equip.OFF
Avionics Switch (Bus 1&2)OFF
FlightTERMINATE AS SOON AS PRACTICAL

Air Data System Failure pitot_static_failure

Red X – PFD Airspeed Indicator
Circuit Breakers (ESS Bus and AVN Bus 1)CHECK IN
NOTEIf open, reset (close) circuit breaker. If circuit breaker opens again, do not reset.
Standby Airspeed IndicatorUSE FOR AIRSPEED INFORMATION
Red X – PFD Altitude Indicator
Circuit Breakers (ESS Bus and AVN Bus 1)CHECK IN
NOTEIf open, reset (close) circuit breaker. If circuit breaker opens again, do not reset.
Standby AltimeterSET BARO

Attitude and Heading Reference Failure avionics_failure

Red X – PFD Attitude Indicator
Circuit Breakers (ESS Bus and AVN Bus 1)CHECK IN
NOTEIf open, reset (close) circuit breaker. If circuit breaker opens again, do not reset.
Standby Attitude IndicatorUSE FOR ATTITUDE INFORMATION
Red X – Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
Circuit Breakers (ESS Bus and AVN Bus 1)CHECK IN
NOTEIf open, reset (close) circuit breaker. If circuit breaker opens again, do not reset.
Magnetic CompassUSE FOR HEADING INFORMATION

Display Cooling Advisory (PFD1 or MFD1 Cooling Annunciator(s)) avionics_failure

Cabin HeatREDUCE TO MIN
Forward Avionics FanCHECK (AIRFLOW)
If Forward Avionics Fan Has Failed
Stby Batt SwitchOFFUNLESS NEEDED FOR EMERGENCY POWER
If PFD1 Cooling or MFD1 Cooling Annunciator Does Not Go Off Within 3 Minutes Or If Both PFD1 Cooling And MFD1 Cooling Annunciators Come On
Stby Batt SwitchOFF (LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICAL)

Vacuum System Failure (Low Vacuum Annunciator Comes On) vacuum_failure

CAUTIONIf Vacuum Pointer Is Out Of The Green ARC During Flight Or The Gyro Flag Is Shown On The Standby Attitude Indicator, The Standby Attitude Indicator Must Not Be Used For Attitude Information.
Vacuum Indicator (VAC)CHECK EIS SYSTEM PAGE

Cessna 182T Skylane — Jan_Koltai_cessna_C182T_NAV_III_Checklist_2

Ratings & reviews

Speeds reference

Cabin preflight_inspection

Empennage preflight_inspection

Right Wing preflight_inspection

Nose preflight_inspection

Preflight Left Wing preflight_inspection

Before Engine Start before_start

Starting Engine (Using Battery) engine_start

Taxi taxi

Before Takeoff - Run-Up before_takeoff

Normal Takeoff takeoff

Short-Field Takeoff takeoff

Normal Climb climb

Performance Climb climb

Cruise cruise

Before Destination arrival

Descent descent

Before Landing before_landing

Normal Landing landing

Short-Field Landing landing

After Landing (Clear of Runway) after_landing

Securing Aircraft securing

Engine Failure During Takeoff Roll engine_failure_before_rotation

Engine Failure Immediately After Takeoff engine_failure_after_takeoff

Engine Failure During Flight (Restart Procedures) engine_failure_in_flight

Emergency Landing without Engine Power forced_landing

Precautionary Landing with Engine Power forced_landing

Ditching ditching

Fire During Start On Ground engine_fire_ground

Engine Fire in Flight engine_fire_in_flight

Electrical Fire in Flight electrical_fire

Cabin Fire cabin_fire

Wing Fire engine_fire_in_flight

High Main Battery Charge Current (M Bat Amps More Than 40) electrical_failure

Air Data System Failure pitot_static_failure

Attitude and Heading Reference Failure avionics_failure

Display Cooling Advisory (PFD1 or MFD1 Cooling Annunciator(s)) avionics_failure

Vacuum System Failure (Low Vacuum Annunciator Comes On) vacuum_failure

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