Ground Procedures
Preflight
Passenger Briefing
SAFETY PHAK C–
S seatbelts fastened seats adjustedA air vent location & operation action in case of discomfortF fire extinguisher location & operationE exit door operation emergency evacuation & kit locationT traffic spotting talking & sterile cockpitY your questionsEngine Start
Flight Deck Check
Before Taxi Instrument Check
Airspeed 0 KIAS
Turn Coordinator centered
Attitude pitch and bank ±5°
Heading Indicator set and correct
Altimeter set, elevation ±75'
VSI 0 FPM
Magnetic Compass floating free
no cracks, leaks, bubbles
NAV & Com set
GPS checked and set
EFIS cockpit PFD/MFD for warnings
Around First Turn
Turn Coordinator opposite of turn direction
Heading Indicator turning
Mag Compass turning
Taxi
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