Mooney M20C — jim_allen

Preflight Check preflight_inspection

1.
Ignition Switch
Ignition SwitchOFF
Master SwitchON to check outside lights, then OFF
Fuel Selector Drain — Selector handle on R; pull ring and hold for 5 seconds. Repeat procedure with selector handle on L.DRAIN
Instrument Static PortUNOBSTRUCTED
Tail tiedownREMOVE
EmpennageCHECK
NOTERemove ice, snow, or frost.
Tail Cone Access DoorSECURE
Instrument Static PortUNOBSTRUCTED
Static Drain SystemCHECK
Wing SkinsCHECK
Flap and Attach PointsCHECK
Aileron and Attach PointsCHECK
Wing Tip and Navigation LightCHECK
NOTERemove ice, snow, or frost.
Left Wing Leading EdgeCHECK
Pitot Tube and Stall Switch VaneUNOBSTRUCTED
Fuel TankCHECK QUANTITY; SECURE CAP
Chock and TiedownREMOVE
Left Main Gear Shock Discs and TireCHECK
Fuel Tank Sump DrainSAMPLE
Pitot System DrainCHECK
Tank VentUNOBSTRUCTED
Fuel Selector Drain ValveCLOSED
WindshieldsCLEAN
Left Side Engine Cowl FastenersSECURE
PropellerCHECK for nicks and cracks
Forward Engine Components — Starter, alternator belt, etc.CHECK
Induction Air FilterCHECK clean and sealed
Landing LightCHECK
Nose Gear — Tire; check for towing damageCHECK
Shock DiscsCHECK
Right Side Engine Cowl FastenersSECURE
Engine Oil LevelCHECK (Full for Extended Flight)
WindshieldCLEAN
Fuel Tank Sump DrainSAMPLE
Tank VentUNOBSTRUCTED
Chock and TiedownREMOVE
Right Main Gear Shock Discs and TireCHECK
Fuel TankCHECK QUANTITY; SECURE CAP
Right Wing Leading EdgeCHECK
Wing SkinsCHECK
Wing Tip and Navigation LightCHECK
Aileron and Attach PointsCHECK
Flap and Attach PointsCHECK
NOTERemove ice, snow, or frost.
Baggage DoorSECURE

Before Starting before_start

Fuel Selector HandleSET for fuller tank
Parking BrakePULL ON
Ignition and Master SwitchesOFF
Carburetor HeatOFF
Landing Gear SwitchDOWN
Mixture ControlIDLE CUTOFF
PropellerHIGH RPM
ThrottleCLOSE
Boost PumpOFF
Anti-collision LightOFF
Navigation LightsOFF
Landing LightOFF
RadiosALL OFF
Cabin HeatOFF
Main Circuit Breaker PanelCHECK
Auxiliary Circuit Breaker PanelCHECK

Starting Check engine_start

Master SwitchON
Fuel Selector IndicatorsCHECK for conformity to observed quantity
Annunciator LightsPRESS to TEST
Landing GEAR DN LightGREEN
Electric Fuel PumpON
Mixture ControlOPEN to FULL RICH
ThrottlePUMP TWICE to prime engine; then open approximately one-quarter
Ignition-Starter Switchturn to START and PRESS forward. When engine fires, release to BOTH.
ThrottleSet for 1000 to 1200 RPM
Oil Pressure Gage25 PSI MIN
Carburetor HeatON momentarily to check operation
Fuel Pressure GageGREEN ARC
LightsAs required
Anticollision LightON
Pitot HeatCHECK and note ammeter deflection
RadiosON and CHECK
Stabilizer Trim IndicatorTAKEOFF
Fuel Selector HandleCHECK right and left

Flooded Engine Clearing Flooded Engine Clearing

ThrottleFULL OPEN
Mixture ControlIDLE CUTOFF
Electric Fuel PumpOFF
Ignition Starter Switchturn to START and PRESS forward
ThrottleRETARD when engine starts
Mixture ControlOPEN slowly to FULL RICH

Cold Weather Starting Cold Weather Starting

NOTEHAND CRANKING

Before-Takeoff Check before_takeoff

Flight ControlsFREE AND CORRECT
Fuel Selector HandleSET to fuller tank
AltimeterSET to field elevation or field altimeter setting
Directional GyroSET to magnetic compass
Flight Instruments
Engine Instruments
ClockSET and wind as needed
Stabilizer TrimSET for TAKEOFF
PropellerCYCLE and CHECK at 1700 RPM
MagnetosCHECK at 1700 RPM
Wing FlapsSET for TAKEOFF or as desired
SeatsLOCKED
Seat BeltsFASTENED
Door and Pilot WindowLATCHED CLOSED
Upon Taking Runway
Fuel PumpON
TransponderALT 1200 or as assigned
MixtureLEANED for Best Power
PropellerFULL INCREASE
FlapsTAKEOFF or as desired
Fuel Selector HandleFULLER TANK
WARNINGDo not change fuel tanks immediately before takeoff.

Takeoff takeoff

NOTEAt 65-75 MPH increase back pressure, then relax slightly after A/C breaks ground to keep nose on the horizon. For crosswind takeoff, hold A/C on the ground to a higher speed, then pull up abruptly and make a coordinated turn into wind to correct for drift when clear of ground.
Landing gearRetract as soon as safely airborne and in good control
FlapsRetract upon clearing obstacles and IAS of 80 to 90 MPH
ThrottleReduce to 25" MP w/i 2 minutes
Fuel PumpTurn off at a safe altitude
NOTEClimb at 115-120 for visibility and cooling. Best rate of climb speed is 100 MPH at sea level, decreasing approx. 1 MPH per 1000 feet of altitude. Maximum Angle of climb is about 80 MPH gear and flaps up.

Inflight Restarting engine_restart_in_flight

PropellerHIGH RPM
Fuel SelectorFuller Tank
Mixture ControlIDLE CUTOFF
Boost PumpON
ThrottleOPEN 1/4 travel
Ignition SwitchBOTH
Mixture ControlMove slowly and smoothly to FULL RICH
Power and RPMRe-establish cruise power and RPM, then lean mixture

Descent Prior to Landing descent

Reduce Power gradually to avoid rapid engine cooling.
Plan descent early.
GEAR and FLAP SPEED120 MPH. DO NOT EXCEED!!

Before Landing Check before_landing

Seat BeltsFASTENED
Fuel Selector HandleSET to fuller tank
Electric Fuel PumpON
Mixture ControlFULL RICH
Carburetor HeatFULL ON
AirspeedREDUCE to 120 MPH
PropellerFULL INCREASE
Landing GearDOWN and LOCKED; green annunciator light ON
FlapsAs required
TrimAs required

After Landing and Taxi Check after_landing

Electric Fuel PumpOFF
Carburetor HeatOFF
Wing FlapsRETRACT
TransponderSTANDBY
Stabilizer TrimTAKEOFF
Throttle1000 to 1200 RPM

Shutdown Check shutdown

ThrottleIDLE at 1000 to 1200 RPM until CHT starts to drop
RadiosOFF
Electrical SwitchesOFF
Mixture ControlIDLE CUTOFF
ThrottleRETARD as engine stops firing
Ignition Starter SwitchOFF when propeller stops
TrimTAKEOFF
FlapsRETRACTED
Master SwitchOFF
Overhead Air ScoopCLOSED
Seat belts and equipmentSTOWED
Wheel Chocks and TiedownAs required

Fuel Tank Measurements reference

Inches | Mark | Gallons
NOTE0 in — None — 4 gal
NOTE2 in — 1 — 5 gal
NOTE2.5 in — 2 — 6 gal
NOTE3 in — 3 — 7 gal
NOTE3.75 in — 4 — 8 gal
NOTE4.5 in — 5 — 9 gal
NOTE5 in — 6 — 10 gal
NOTE5.5 in — 7 — 11 gal
NOTE6 in — 8 — 12 gal
NOTE6.125 in — 9 — 13 gal
NOTE7.5 in — 10 — 14 gal
NOTE8.5 in — 11 — 16 gal
NOTE9.75 in — 12 — 18 gal
NOTE11 in — 13 — 20 gal
NOTE12.25 in — 14 — 22 gal
NOTE13.5 in — 15 — 24 gal

Mooney M20C — jim_allen_9128v

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Preflight Check preflight_inspection

Before Starting before_start

Starting Check engine_start

Flooded Engine Clearing Flooded Engine Clearing

Cold Weather Starting Cold Weather Starting

Before-Takeoff Check before_takeoff

Takeoff takeoff

Inflight Restarting engine_restart_in_flight

Descent Prior to Landing descent

Before Landing Check before_landing

After Landing and Taxi Check after_landing

Shutdown Check shutdown

Fuel Tank Measurements reference

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