FSD International Commander 115 TC Pilot Operating Handbook

FSD International

Commander 115 TC

Pilot Operating Handbook

Version: 2.0 Revised: December, 2008

Introduction

The complete information on the Commander 115 TC consists of this documents, pleas several specialized handbooks. All handbooks are available in your Flight Simulator X\FSD International\Pilot Manuals folder on your hard drive. They may also be accessed through your Windows Start Menu.

The following is a complete listing of the installed handbooks:

Handbook Description

Panel Handbook Complete manual for operating panel controls and explanation

of their functions

Load Manager Handbook Details all of the functions of the Load Manager and their proper

operation

Realism Module Handbook Full description of the operation and function of the Realism

Module

Totalizer Handbook Detailed description of the functions and usage of the fuel

Totalizer

GNS 480 Manual Complete pilot handbook for the Garmin GNS 480 included with

the Commander

SL30 Manual Handbook for the Apollo NAV2/COM2 radio included with the

Commander

KR 87 Manual Manual for the Bendix King KR 87 ADF radio ST55X Autopilot Manual Pilot handbook for the STEC ST55X autopilot and inconnected

modules

This handbook is provided with the Commander 115 TC to allow the pilot to attain as much knowledge about the airplane and its operation as possible. It is not intended as a textbook on basic flying techniques but is oriented towards those areas specific to the 115 TC. The pilot should become familiar with the contents of this handbook and use them to guide his operations of the airplane.

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1

1 Descriptive Data........................................................................................................... 5

1.1 Engine................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Propeller................................................................................................................ 5

1.3 Weights................................................................................................................. 5

1.4 Fuel & Oil Capacity .................................................................................................. 5

1.5 Wing Area/Loadings ................................................................................................ 5

1.6 Performance Speeds................................................................................................ 5

1.7 Takeoff Performance ............................................................................................... 5

1.8 Climb Performance.................................................................................................. 6

1.9 Range ................................................................................................................... 6

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1.10 Landing Performance ............................................................................................. 6

2 Limitations .................................................................................................................. 6

2.1 Speed Limitations ................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Flap Limits ............................................................................................................. 7

2.3 FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS .................................................................................. 7

2.4 Airspeed Indicator Markings ..................................................................................... 7

2.5 AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION .................................................................. 8

2.6 Power Plant and Prop Limitations............................................................................... 8

2.7 Engine Instrument Markings ..................................................................................... 9

2.8 Center of Gravity Limits ........................................................................................... 9

2.9 General Operation Limits by Type............................................................................ 10

2.10 Placards............................................................................................................. 11

3 Emergency Procedures................................................................................................ 12

3.1 ENGINE FAILURES ................................................................................................ 12

3.2 EMERGENCY LANDINGS ......................................................................................... 13

3.3 ICING ................................................................................................................. 15

3.4 LANDING GEAR MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES ........................................................... 16

3.5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EMERGENCIES........................................................................ 19

3.6 MISCELLANEOUS ABNORMALITIES .......................................................................... 20

3.7 AMPLIFIED EMERGENCY PROCEDURES..................................................................... 21

4 Normal Procedures ..................................................................................................... 26

4.1 AIRSPEEDS FOR NORMAL OPERATION ..................................................................... 26

4.2 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION ........................................................................................ 27

4.3 EXTERNAL............................................................................................................ 28

4.4 STARTING ENGINE................................................................................................ 30

4.5 BEFORE TAXI ....................................................................................................... 30

4.7 BEFORE TAKEOFF ................................................................................................. 31

4.8 NORMAL TAKEOFF................................................................................................. 31

4.10 BEFORE LANDING ............................................................................................... 32

4.11 LANDING - NORMAL LANDING............................................................................... 32

4.12 SHORT FIELD LANDING........................................................................................ 32

4.13 BALKED LANDING / GO-AROUND........................................................................... 33

4.14 AFTER LANDING.................................................................................................. 33

4.15 SHUTDOWN........................................................................................................ 33

4.16 AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES ..................................................................................... 34

5 Performance .............................................................................................................. 40

5.1 Commander 115 TC Performance and Operating Limitations........................................ 40

6 Airplane and Systems Descriptions................................................................................ 45

6.1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................. 45

6.2 AIRFRAME............................................................................................................ 45

6.3 FLIGHT CONTROLS................................................................................................ 46

6.5 IGNITION SYSTEM ................................................................................................ 49

6.6 EXHAUST SYSTEM................................................................................................. 50

6.7 FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM....................................................................................... 50

6.9 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM ..................................................................................... 50

6.10 STARTER............................................................................................................ 50

6.12 HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS .......................................................................................... 52

6.13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ........................................................................................... 54

6.15 PITOT PRESSURE SYSTEM .................................................................................... 56

6.16 STATIC PRESSURE SYSTEMS ................................................................................ 57

7 Terminology .............................................................................................................. 58

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1 Descriptive Data

1.1 ENGINE

Manufacturer Textron Lycoming Model TIO-540-AG1A Number of Cylinders 6 Displacement 541.5 cu. in. (8.87 l) Maximum Power 270 HP @ 2,700 RPM Recommended TBO 2,000 hours

1.2 PROPELLER

Manufacturer McCauley Model B3D32C419/82 NHA-5 Type Constant-Speed, Hydraulic Number of Blades 3 Diameter 77" (1.96 m)

1.3 WEIGHTS

Maximum Ramp 3,260 lbs. (1,478.71 kg) Maximum Take-off 3,250 lbs. (1,474.17 kg) Standard Empty 2,102 lbs. (953.45 kg) Max Baggage Compartment 200 lbs. (90.72 kg) Standard Useful Load 1,158 lbs. (525.26 kg)

1.4 FUEL & OIL CAPACITY

Fuel 90 US gal./88 usable

(340.65 liters/333.08 usable)

Oil 8 quarts (7.57 l)

1.5 WING AREA/LOADINGS

Wing Area 152 sq. ft. (14.12 sq. m) Wing Loading 21.4 lbs./sq. ft.(104.48 kg/sq. m) Power Loading 12.5 lbs./hp. (5.67 kg/hp)

1.6 PERFORMANCE SPEEDS

Maximum 164 kts. (304 kph) Performance Cruise (75% Power) 160 kts. (297 kph) Economy Cruise (65% Power) 155 kts. (287 kph) Long Range Cruise (55% Power) 149 kts. (276 kph) Stall (Cruise Configuration) 60 kts. (111 kph) Stall (Landing Configuration) 54 kts. (100 kph)

1.7 TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE

Ground Roll 1,145 ft. (348.99 m) Distance over 50 ft. Obstacle 1,985 ft. (605.02 m)

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1.8 CLIMB PERFORMANCE

Initial S.L. Rate of Climb 1,070 ft./min.(326.14 m/min.) Service Ceiling 16,800 ft.(5,120.64 m)

1.9 RANGE

Range @ Performance Cruise 855 NM @ 14.3 gph.(54.13 lph) Range @ Economy Cruise 940 NM @ 12.6 gph.(47.69 lph) Range @ Long Range Cruise 1005 NM @ 11.2 gph.(42.39 lph)

1.10 LANDING PERFORMANCE

Ground Roll 720 ft. (219.46 m) Distance over 50 ft. Obstacle 1,200 ft. (365.77 m)

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2 Limitations

This section presents the airplane operating limitations, required instrument markings and the significance thereof, and the required placards. All material included in this section has been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration. Observance of all operating limitations is required by the Federal Aviation Regulations. Similarly all required instrument markings and placards must be maintained in a legible and usable condition on the airplane.

2.1 SPEED LIMITATIONS

SPEED SYMBOL KCAS KIAS SIGNIFICANCE Never Exceed ASL

12500 ft 16000 ft 20000 ft 24000 ft

Maximum Structural Cruise ASL

12500 ft 16000 ft 20000 ft 24000 ft

Maneuvering

3250 lbs. 2658 lbs. 2023 lbs.

Maximum Flap Extended To

1st flap (9 deg) 2nd flap (25 deg) Full flap (35deg)

Maximum Landing Gear Operating

Maximum Landing Gear Extended

Maximum Vent Open

VNE

VNO

V

A

VFE

VLO

VLE

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186 175 161 147

148 139 128 117

118 109

95

150 120 109 130 130 Do not extend or retract

186 187 Do not exceed this speed

130 130 Do not exceed this speed

187 176 161 147

148 139 128 117

118 109

95

151 121 111

Do not exceed this speed in any operation.

Do not exceed this speed except in smooth air, and then only with caution.

Do not make full or abrupt control movements above this speed.

Do not exceed these speeds with the given flap deflection.

the landing gear above this speed.

with landing gear extended.

with storm vent open.

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2.2 FLAP LIMITS

Approved Takeoff Range: 0° to 20° Approved Landing Range: 0° to 35

2.3 FLIGHT LOAD FACTOR LIMITS

Flaps 0° +3.8 G's - 0 G Flaps 35° +2.0 G's - 0 G

2.4 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS

MARKING KCAS VALUE OR RANGE SIGNIFICANCE

White Arc

58-114

Full Flap Operating Range. Lower limit is maximum weight zero thrust stall speed in the landing configuration. Upper limit is maximum speed allowable with flaps fully extended.

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Green Arc

Yellow Arc

Red Radial Line

65-160

160-185

186

Normal Operating Range. Lower limit is maximum weight zero thrust stall speed with flaps and landing gear retracted. Upper Inuit is maximum structural cruising speed.

Caution Range. Operations must be conducted with caution and only in smooth air.

Never Exceed Speed. Maximum speed for all operations.

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2.5 AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION

Engine Failure After Takeoff: Flaps Up: maintain 85 KIAS Wing Flaps 20°: maintain 80 KIAS

Maneuvering Speed: 3250 Lbs 118 KIAS 2600 Lbs 109 KIAS 2023 Lbs 95 KIAS

Maximum Glide: 3250 Lbs 86 KIAS 2600 Lbs 76 KIAS 2023 Lbs 66 KIAS

Precautionary Landing With Engine Power: approach speed 75 KIAS Without Engine Power: approach speed 75 KIAS Flaps : 35°

2.6 POWER PLANT AND PROP LIMITATIONS

Maximum Power: 260 BHP Rating Engine Operating Limits for Takeoff and Continuous Operations Maximum Engine Speed: 2700 RPM Maximum Cylinder Head

Temperature: 500 °F (260 °C) Maximum Oil Temperature 245°F (118 °C) Oil Pressure, Minimum: 25 PSI Maximum: 115 PSI Fuel Injector Inlet Pressure Minimum: 12 PSI Maximum: 45 PSI Fuel Nozzle Pressure, Maximum: 9.5 PSI, 27.5 gal/hr Propeller Blade Angle at the 30 Inch Blade Station

Low: 12.6°

High: 33°

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2.7 ENGINE INSTRUMENT MARKINGS

Instrument RED LINE

MIN

YELLOW ARC GREEN ARC RED LINE

MAX

Manifold Pressure InHg -- -- 10-29 39

Tachometer - RPM -- 2500-2700 2200-2400 2100

Fuel Flow - GPH PSI -- -- 0-22

Cylinder Head Temp. 500-550 -- 200-500 500

Oil Temperature °F -- -- 100-250 250-270

Oil Pressure - PSI 30 90-110 60-90 115

Fuel Pressure - PSI 10 -- 10-58 58

2.8 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS

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2.9 GENERAL OPERATION LIMITS BY TYPE

KIND OF OPERATION INSTRUMENT SYSTEM OR EQUIPMENT

DAY NIGHT IFR

Alternate induction air system X X X

Alternate static source X X X

Alternator X X X

Altimeter. sensitive X X X

Ammeter X X X

Auxiliary fuel pump X X X

Battery X X X

Circuit breakers X X X

Compass X X X

Flap position indicator X X X

Engine Gauges X X X

Gear locked lights (3) X X X

Gear system. emergency X X X

Gear warn light X X X

Gear warning horn system X X X

Gyro. attitude - - X

Gyro. directional - - X

Gyro. turn & bank indicator or turn coordinator - - X

Instrument panel lighting -- X -

Exterior Lights - X -

Propeller governor X X X

Propeller spinner X X X

Stall warning system X X X

Steering system. nose wheel X X X

Switch. alternator master X X X

Switch. battery master X X X

Tachometer X X X

Trim indicators X X X

Voltage regulator X X X

Voltmeter X X X

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3 Emergency Procedures

Emergencies caused by airplane or engine malfunctions are rare if proper preflight inspections and maintenance are practiced. Enroute weather emergencies can be minimized or eliminated by cardul flight planning and good judgment when unexpected weather is encountered. Should an emergency arise, the basic guidelines described in this section are to be applied as necessary to alleviate the problem.

The procedures contained herein are not intended to constitute basic flight instruction but are intended to supplement those principles relating to emergencies that each pilot acquires in the process of learning to fly and obtaining FAA pilot certification.

Checklists are provided to assist a pilot where it would be reasonable for a pilot to refer to one. Where reference to a checklist would be impractical, or where the material is not amenable to a checklist form, or where additional material is helpful, amplified procedures are provided following the checklist section.

3.1 ENGINE FAILURES

3.1.1 ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF ROLL

Throttle - IDLE Brakes - APPLY Flaps - RETRACT Mixture - IDLE CUT-OFF Ignition - OFF Battery Master Switch - OFF

3.1.2 ENGINE FAILURE IN FLIGHT

Airspeed - MAINTAIN 86 KIAS Auxiliary Fuel Pump - ON - CHECK PRESSURE Alternate Induction Air - ON Mixture - SET FULL RICH Fuel Selector - SELECT FULLEST TANK Ignition Switch - CHECK BOTH

3.1.3 IN-FLIGHT ENGINE RESTART PROCEDURES

[NOTE : If propeller stops, use normal starting procedures.]

Airspeed - MAINTAIN 86 KIAS Fuel Selector - SELECT FULLEST TANK

[NOTE : Do not use the BOTH position. Selecting fullest tank will minimise start time]

Auxiliary Fuel Pump - ON Mixture - RICH Ignition Switch - CHECK BOTH ON Throttle - AT LEAST 1/2 OPEN

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After engine has restarted: Throttle - SET AS REQUIRED auxiliary Fuel Pump - OFF Mixture - LEAN as required

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3.2 EMERGENCY LANDINGS

3.2.1 EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER

Seatbacks - UPRIGHT, LOCKED Seats, Belts & Harnesses - SECURE Loose Objects - SECURE Emergency Locator Transmitter - ON Transponder - CODE 7700 Airspeed - MAINTAIN 85 KIAS (flaps UP) MAINTAIN 75 KIAS (flaps 35 Deg) Auxiliary Fuel Pump - OFF Fuel Selector - OFF Landing Gear - DOWN, CHECK LOCKED

[NOTE : If the landing site chosen appears to have an extremely soft surface, recommended that landing gear remains retracted.]

Mixture - IDLE CUT-OFF Ignition Switch - OFF Wing Flaps - 35 Deg (recommended) Battery & Alternator & Master Switches - OFF when landing assured.

[NOTE : Stall warning will not be available with electrical system turned off].

Touchdown - TAIL LOW Brakes - AS REQUIRED

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3.2.2 PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER

Seatbacks - UPRIGHT, LOCKED Seats, Belts & Harnesses - SECURE Loose Objects - SECURE Sharp objects in clothing - REMOVE & STOW Radio - TRANSMIT MAYDAY on area frequency and 121.5 MHz (if time permits) Emergency Locator Transmitter - ON (if circumstances so warrant) Transponder - CODE 7700 (if circumstances so warrant) Airspeed - MAINTAIN 85 KIAS (flaps UP) MAINTAIN 75 KIAS (flaps 35 Deg) SURVEY Selected Landing Site - OVERFLY, noting terrain, obstacles & hazards SWITCHES ALL SWITCHES (except battery & alternator masters & ignition) - OFF Auxiliary Fuel Pump - OFF Fuel Selector - BOTH Landing Gear - DOWN, VERIFY LOCKED Mixture - FULL RICH Propeller Control- FULL INCREASE RPM Flaps - 35 Deg (recommended) Power - AS REQUIRED Airspeed - 75 KIAS Battery & Alternator & Master Switches - OFF when landing assured.

[NOTE : Stall warning will not be available with electrical system turned off]

Touchdown - TAIL LOW Brakes - AS REQUIRED

3.2.3 DITCHING

[NOTE : AIRCRAFT HAS NOT BEEN TESTED IN ACTUAL DITCHING. FOLLOWING ARE AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS]

Seatbacks - UPRIGHT, LOCKED Seats, Belts & Harnesses - SECURE Loose Objects - SECURE Sharp objects in clothing - REMOVE & STOW Radio - TRANSMIT MAYDAY on area frequency and 121.5 MHz (if time permits) Emergency Locator Transmitter - ON (if circumstances so warrant) Transponder - CODE 7700 (if circumstances so warrant) Airspeed - 85 KIAS (flaps UP) 75 KIAS (flaps 35°) Auxiliary Fuel Pump - OFF Fuel Selector - BOTH Landing Gear - UP Mixture - FULL RICH Propeller Control - FULL INCREASE RPM

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Flaps - 20 Deg (recommended) Cowl Flap - CLOSED Power - SET TO MAINTAIN 300 FT/MIN DESCENT AT 75 KIAS Approach High Winds, Heavy Seas - INTO WIND Light Winds, Heavy Swells - PARALLEL TO SWELLS Touchdown - LEVEL AITITUDE AT 300 FT/MIN DESCENT. Do not flare. Airplane - EVACUATE.

[NOTE : If necessary, open vent window(s) and flood cabin to equalize pressure so that cabin doors can be opened. ]

Life Vests, Raft - INFLATE *OUTSIDE* AIRCRAFT

3.3 ICING

3.3.1 INADVERTENT ICING ENCOUNTER

1. Pitot Heat - ON

2. Defrost Control- FULL ON

3. Engine RPM - INCREASE TO 2700 (enrich mixture as required)

4. Alternate Air - PULL ON

5. Course - REVERSE OR ALTER as required to avoid icing.

Evasive action should be initiated immediately when icing conditions are encountered.

6. Altitude - CHANGE to an altitude less conducive to icing.

IF ICING CONDITIONS CANNOT BE ESCAPED:

6. Airplane - LAND AT NEAREST AIRPORT. With extremely rapid ice build-up, plan for an off-airport forced landing.

7. Approach Speed - INCREASE 5 TO 20 KIAS depending on ice accumulation.

3.3.2 OBSTRUCTED STATIC SOURCE

1. Alternate Static Source - ON

2. Heat & Defrost Controls - ON

3. Cabin Air Vents - CLOSED

3.3.3 OBSTRUCTED PITOT SOURCE

1. Pitot Heat Switch - ON

NOTE Use familiar pitch attitude/power settings to achieve desired airspeeds if airspeed indicator readings appear to remain unreliable.

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3.4 LANDING GEAR MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES

3.4.1 LANDING GEAR FAILS TO RETRACT

(Green Gear Locked And/Or Red Gear Warn lights Remain On)

1. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker - CHECK IN

2. Emergency Gear Extension Valve Knob - CHECK FULL UP

3. Landing Gear Switch - RECYCLE

If landing gear still fails to retract:

4. Landing Gear Switch - DN

5. Landing Gear Lights - VERIFY 3 GREEN

6. Airplane - LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICAL for repairs.

3.4.2 LANDING GEAR FAILS TO EXTEND

(Green Gear Locked Light(s) Fails To Illuminate and Red Gear Warn Light Remains On)

1. Gear Light Press- To-Test Switch - CHECK green light bulb integrity

2. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker – CHECK IN

3. Landing Gear Switch - RECYCLE

If an unsafe indication persists, proceed as follows:

4. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker - PULL

5. Landing Gear Switch - CHECK DN

6. Wing Flaps – FULL EXTEND

NOTE Gear Warning horn will activate as flaps exceed approximately 20°

7. Power - MINIMUM FOR FLIGHT CONDITIONS

8. Airspeed - REDUCE TO 80 KIAS.

9. Emergency Extension Valve Knob - PULL OUT & PUSH DOWN

10. Landing Gear Lights - VERIFY 3 GREEN

NOTE If the nose gear fails to extend, it may be necessary to cycle the rudder pedals, reduce power, and/or reduce the airspeed.

3.4.3 GEAR WARN LIGHT ILLUMINATES

(Gear Up Selected)

1. Gear Motor - CHECK AUDIBLY for operation.

2. Airspeed - CHECK for normal gear retracted performance.

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LANDING GEAR MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES (CON'T)

3. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker -- PULL if gear appears to be retracted and flight is to be continued to a maintenance facility.

NOTE For landing gear extension at destination reset the Gear Motor Circuit Breaker.

3.4.4 GEAR WARN LIGHT ILLUMINATES

(Gear On Selected)

1. Landing Gear Locked Lights - CHECK 3 GREEN

2. Gear Motor - CHECK AUDIBLY for operation.

3. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker -- PULL until just prior to landing, then RESET.

3.4.5 GEAR UP LANDING

1. Seatbacks - UPRIGHT

2. Seats, Seat Belts, Shoulder Harnesses -- SECURE

3. Loose Objects - SECURE

4. Radio -- TRANSMIT MAYDAY to A TC or on 121.5 mHz (if circumstances so warrant)

5. Emergency Locator Transmitter - ON (if circumstances so warrant)

6. Transponder - CODE 7700 (if circumstances so warrant) 7. Airspeed -85 KIAS (flaps UP)

1. 75 KIAS (flaps 20°)

7. Fuel Selector Valve - BOTH (OFF if power is oft)

8. Mixture - FULL RICH (IDLE CUT-OFF if power is oft) 10. Propeller Control - FULL INCREASE RPM

11. Wing Flaps - 20° (recommended)

12. Touchdown -- TAIL LOW

13. Elevator Control - FULL AFT

14. Mixture -- IDLE CUT-OFF

15. Fuel Selector Valve - OFF

16. Airplane - EVACUATE after coming to stop.

3.4.5 LANDING WITHOUT POSITIVE INDICATION OF GEAR LOCKING

1. Before Landing Checklist -- COMPLETE

2. Loose Objects -- SECURE

3. Gear Motor Circuit Breaker -- IN

4. Approach -- NORMAL (full flap)

5. Landing -- TAIL LOW as SMOOTHLY as possible

6. Braking -- MINIMUM necessary.

7. Taxi -- SLOWLY clear of runway.

8. Engine -- SHUTDOWN before inspecting landing gear system.

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LANDING GEAR MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES (CON'T)

3.4.6 LANDING WITH ONE RETRACTED OR UNLOCKED MAIN GEAR

(Or Flat Main Tire)

1. Before Landing Checklist - COMPLETE

1. NOTE

2. If it is suspected that a tire is defective prior to retraction, it is recommended that the gear

remain extended.

3. Loose Objects - SECURE

4. Approach - NORMAL (full flap)

5. NOTE

6. Select a runway with a crosswind component from ihe same side as the good main

gear/tire.

7. Touchdown - ON GOOD MAIN GEAR FIRST

8. Aileron - BANK AWAY FROM DEFECTIVE GEARITIRE as long as possible.

9. If one main gear was still retracted, or the airplane begins to lower the wing on the

defective

10. Mixture - IDLE CUT-OFF

11. Fuel Selector - OFF

12. Battery & Alternator Master Switches - OFF

3.4.7 LANDING WITH A DEFECTIVE NOSE GEAR

(Or Flat Nose Tire)

1. Before Landing Checklist - COMPLETE

NOTE If it is suspected that a tire is defective prior to retraction, it is recommended that the gear remain extended.

2. Loose Objects - SECURE

3. Approach - NORMAL (full flap)

4. Touchdown - SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW

5. Rollout - NOSE HIGH

6. If the nose gear was still retracted, or the airplane begins to lower the nose toward the

ground:

7. Mixture -- IDLE CUT-OFF

8. Fuel Selector – OFF

9. Battery & Alternator Master Switches - OFF

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