In-Flight Procedures; Inadvertent Icing Encounter; Inadvertent Imc Encounter; Door Open In Flight - Cirrus SR22 Pilot Operating Handbook

Section 3A Cirrus Design
Abnormal Procedures SR22

In-Flight Procedures

Inadvertent Icing Encounter

Flight into known icing conditions is prohibited. However, If icing is
inadvertently encountered:
1. Pitot Heat .................................................................................. ON
2. Exit icing conditions. Turn back or change altitude.
3. Cabin Heat .................................................................... MAXIMUM
4. Windshield Defrost ...................................................... FULL OPEN
5. Alternate Induction Air............................................................... ON

Inadvertent IMC Encounter

Upon entering IMC, a pilot who is not completely proficient in
instrument flying should rely upon the autopilot to execute a 180° turn
to exit the conditions. Immediate action should be made to turn back
as follows:
1. Airplane Control ........................Establish Straight and Level Flight
2. Autopilot ............................... Engage to hold Heading and Altitude
3. Heading.................................................. Reset to initiate 180° turn

Door Open In Flight

The doors on the airplane will remain 1-3 inches open in flight if not
latched. If this is discovered on takeoff roll, abort takeoff if practical. If
already airborne do not allow efforts to close the door interfere with the
primary task of maintaining control of the airplane. Do not attempt to
hold door closed. Upon landing flare door may swing open - do not
attempt to close door.
1. Airplane Control ............................................................. MAINTAIN
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