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  • Page 1 Last revised: 14 July 2016 © 2016 Airborne Aviation Pty Ltd www.airborne-aviation.com.au...
  • Page 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Aircraft Overview General Information ................1 Equipment and Features ..............1 Recency and Restrictions ..............1 Panel Photo ..................1 Performance – Specifications Summary of Aircraft Performance and Specifications ......2 Operating Limitations Airspeeds ..................3 Power Plant ..................4 Fuel System ..................

  • Page 4: Aircraft Overview

    Aircraft Overview This C172 is one of our new generation Cessna’s. It is used as our primary training aeroplane for the Private Pilot Licence. With a cruise speed of 120kts it is ideal for cross-country navigation exercises. Equipment & Features...

  • Page 5: Performance - Specifications Summary Of Aircraft Performance And Specifications

    They are calculated values derived from flight tests conducted by the Cessna Aircraft Company under carefully documented conditions and will vary with individual aeroplanes and numerous other factors affecting flight performance.

  • Page 6: Airspeeds

    Operating Information AIRSPEEDS - NORMAL OPERATIONS Takeoff: Normal Climb Out ............75–85 KIAS Short Field Takeoff, Flaps 10º, Speed at 50 ft ......56 KIAS Enroute Climb, Flaps Up: Normal, sea level ............75-85 KIAS Normal, 10,000 Feet ............70-80 KIAS Best Rate-of-Climb, Sea level ..........

  • Page 7: Power Plant

    POWER PLANT Oil Type ..........Ashless Dispersant 100 (SAE 50) Oil Quantities: Maximum ................8 QTS Minimum (Company minimum) ..........5 QTS Engine operating limits including RPM, pressures, and temperatures, can be found by referring to the green arcs and red lines on applicable gauges. Detailed information can also be found in the approved flight manual.

  • Page 8: Weight And Balance

    Weight and Balance VH-PXW (Version: 20160714) - 5 - www.airborne-aviation.com.au...

  • Page 9: Loading Arrangements

    CALCULATING THE MOMENT The moment is the weight multiplied by the C.G. arm, divided by 1000. Example: Pilot and front passenger weigh 340lbs, the arm is 37”. Answer: (340 x 37) / 1000 = 12.58 VH-PXW (Version: 20160714) - 6 - www.airborne-aviation.com.au...

  • Page 10: Centre Of Gravity Moment Envelope

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  • Page 11: Sample Configurations

    SAMPLE CONFIGURATIONS Listed in the table below are the maximum passenger/baggage weights for various endurances. The purpose of this table is to allow you to quickly determine the maximum load permissible on a particular length flight. WARNING THIS TABLE IS PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY. THE AEROPLANE NEEDS TO BE LOADED WITHIN THE SPECIFIED CENTRE OF GRAVITY MOMENT ENVELOPE FOUND IN THE APPROVED FLIGHT MANUAL.

  • Page 12: Performance Charts

    Performance Charts Note: Section 4 as mentioned above is making reference to the checklist section of this document. VH-PXW (Version: 20160714) - 9 - www.airborne-aviation.com.au...

  • Page 13: Landing Distances At 2550Lbs (Mlw)

    Note: Section 4 as mentioned above is making reference to the checklist section of this document. VH-PXW (Version: 20160714) - 10 - www.airborne-aviation.com.au...

  • Page 14: Checklists Normal Operations

    Checklists – Normal Operations PREFLIGHT INSPECTION Visually check the aeroplane for general condition during walk-around inspection. Aeroplane should be parked in a level ground attitude to ensure that fuel drain valves allow for accurate sampling. Use of the refuelling steps and assist handles will simplify access to the upper wing surfaces for visual checks and refuelling operations.
  • Page 15 WARNING WHEN TURNING ON THE MASTER SWITCH, USING AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE, OR PULLING THE PROPELLER THROUGH BY HAND, TREAT THE PROPELLER AS IF THE IGNITION SWITCH WERE ON. DO NOT STAND, NOR ALLOW ANYONE ELSE TO STAND, WITHIN THE ARC OF THE PROPELLER, SINCE A LOOSE OR BROKEN WIRE OR A COMPONENT MALFUNCTION COULD CAUSE THE PROPELLER TO ROTATE.
  • Page 16 (3) RIGHT WING Trailing Edge Flap -- CHECK for security and condition. Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security. (4) RIGHT WING Wing Tie-down -- DISCONNECT. Main Wheel Tyre -- CHECK for proper inflation and general condition (weather checks, tread depth, and wear etc…). WARNING IF, AFTER REPEATED SAMPLING, EVIDENCE OF CONTAMINATION STILL EXISTS, THE AEROPLANE SHOULD NOT BE FLOWN.
  • Page 17 Engine Oil Dipstick/Filler Cap -- CHECK oil level, than check dipstick/filler cap SECURE. Do not operate with less than five quarts. Fill to seven quarts for extended flights. Engine Cooling Air Inlets -- CLEAR of obstructions. Propeller and spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security. Air Filter -- CHECK for restrictions by dust or other foreign matter.

  • Page 18: Before Starting Engine

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Pre-flight Inspection -- COMPLETE. Aircraft Dispatch -- COMPLETED / AUTHORISED. Running Sheet Figures -- COMPLETE. Maintenance Release -- CHECKED. Air Sickness Bags -- AVAILABLE. Passenger Briefing -- COMPLETE. Seats, Seatbelts, Shoulder Harnesses -- ADJUST and LOCK. Ensure inertia reel locking and airbag positioned correctly.
  • Page 19 Confirm area around aircraft is clear -- call “CLEAR PROP!” Ignition Switch -- START (release when engine starts). 10. Mixture -- ADVANCE smoothly to RICH when engine fires. 11. Set throttle -- 1000 RPM. NOTE If engine floods, turn off auxiliary fuel pump, place mixture in idle cut off, open throttle ½...

  • Page 20: Before Takeoff

    BEFORE TAKEOFF Parking Brake – SET, Foot Brakes – APPLY. Seat Backs -- MOST UPRIGHT POSITION. Seats, Seatbelts and Shoulder Harnesses -- CHECK SECURE. Cabin Doors -- CLOSED and LOCKED. Flight Controls -- FULL FREE and CORRECT movement. Flight Instruments PFD -- CHECK no red X’s. Altimeters a.
  • Page 21 HOLDING POINT CLEAR CHECKS C - Clear approaches (final, base and RWY?) L - Lights: Landing, Taxi, Strobes - ON (Nav - if required, eg. NVFR) E - Engine: T&P green, flaps – set as required A - ALT – set on TRANSPONDER and (3000 or 1200) R - Radio –...
  • Page 22 ENROUTE CLIMB NORMAL CLIMB Airspeed -- 70-85 KIAS. Throttle -- FULL OPEN. Mixture -- RICH (above 3000 feet, LEAN to obtain maximum RPM). QNH -- SET area QNH. MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE CLIMB Airspeed -- 74 KIAS at sea level, 72 KIAS at 10,000 feet. Throttle -- FULL OPEN.

  • Page 23: Before Landing

    BEFORE LANDING Brakes -- Checked and OFF. Undercarriage -- DOWN and locked. Mixture -- RICH. Fuel -- Check quantity, pressure and tank selection on BOTH. Instruments -- Check temps and pressures in GREEN. Switches -- MAGS both, MASTER on, LIGHTS as required. Seat Backs -- MOST UPRIGHT POSITION.
  • Page 24 AFTER LANDING CLEAR CHECK C - Cleared of RWY & Cleared to Taxi? L - Lights: Strobes – ON, others off (Keep Nav ON if NVFR) E - Engine: T&P green, flaps – retract A - ALT – switch to standby R - Radio –...

  • Page 25: Emergency Operations

    Checklists – Emergency Procedures INTRODUCTION Emergencies caused by aeroplane or engine malfunctions are extremely rate if proper pre-flight inspections and maintenance are performed. Section 3 of the approved flight manual provides amplified procedures for coping with emergencies that may occur. Should an emergency arise the basic guidelines described in this section and the approved flight manual should be considered and applied as necessary to correct the problem.

  • Page 26: Engine Failures

    ENGINE FAILURES ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF ROLL Throttle -- IDLE. Brakes -- APPLY. Wing Flaps -- RETRACT. Mixture -- IDLE CUT OFF. Ignition Switch -- OFF. Master Switch -- OFF. ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF Airspeed -- 70 KIAS Flaps UP, 65 KIAS Flaps DOWN. Mixture -- IDLE CUT OFF.
  • Page 27 Doors -- UNLATCH PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN. 10. Touchdown -- SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW. 11. Brakes -- APPLY HEAVILY. PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER Passenger Seat Backs -- MOST UPRIGHT POSITION. Seats and Seat Belts -- SECURE. Airspeed -- 65 KIAS Wing Flaps -- 20° Selected Field -- FLY OVER, noting terrain and obstructions, then retract flaps upon reaching a safe altitude and airspeed.
  • Page 28 FIRES DURING START ON GROUND Cracking -- CONTINUE to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel into the engine. If engine starts: Power -- 1800 RPM for a few minutes. Engine -- SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage. If engine fails to start: Throttle -- FULL OPEN Mixture -- IDLE CUT OFF.
  • Page 29 ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT Master Switch -- OFF. Vents, Cabin Air, Heat -- CLOSED. Fire Extinguisher -- ACTIVATE. Avionics Master Switch -- OFF. All other Switches (except ignition switch) -- OFF. WARNING AFTER DISCHARGING FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND ASCERTAINING THAT THE FIRE HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED, VENTILATE CABIN. Vents, Cabin Air, Heat -- OPEN when it is ascertained that fire is completely extinguished.
  • Page 30 ICING INADVERTENT ICING ENCOUNTER Turn pitot heat switch ON. Turn back or change altitude to obtain an outside air temperature that is less conductive to icing. Pull cabin heat full out and rotate defroster control clockwise to obtain maximum defroster airflow. Watch for signs of engine-related icing conditions.
  • Page 31 LANDING WITH A FLAT MAIN TYRE Approach -- NORMAL. Wing Flaps -- FULL DOWN. Touchdown -- GOOD MAIN TYRE FIRST, hold aeroplane off flat tyre as long as possible with aileron control. Directional Control -- MAINTAIN using brake on good wheel as required.

  • Page 32: Briefings

    PASSENGER BRIEFINGS It is important to brief your passengers thoroughly prior to flight, and also keep passengers updated during the flight. Included are some suggestions for items to be included in your briefs. PRIOR TO GOING AIRSIDE Passengers should stay with you while airside for security and safety. ...
  • Page 33 SELF BRIEFING - DEPARTURE A takeoff briefing should clearly state your plan-of-action for both when everything goes as planned and when they do not! “He who fails to plan, plans to fail!” You should brief yourself on the following points: How you plan on taking off and departing the aerodrome.
  • Page 34 THREAT AND ERROR MANAGEMENT TEM is an approach to flying that seeks to equip the pilot with the skills to recognise and counter everyday problems which, if ignored, could result in accidents or incidents. Not all threats can be anticipated, it is unrealistic to make contingency plans to try to cover unexpected events.

  • Page 35: Useful Information

    USEFUL INFORMATION Location Frequency Camden Tower / CTAF(R) 120.1 Ground 121.9 ATIS / AWIS 125.1 Training Area Sydney Radar 124.55 Bankstown Tower / CTAF(R) 132.8 Preferred diversion airport Ground 119.9 ATIS / AWIS 120.9 Wedderburn CTAF 122.55 The Oaks CTAF 126.7 Airborne Aviation Airborne Base...
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