Fire In Flight (3.5E); Loss Of Oil Pressure (3.5F) - Arrow PA-28R-201 Pilot's Operating Handbook And Faa Approved Airplane Flight Manual

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3
PA-28R-10l, ARROW EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.17 FIRE IN FLIGHT (3.Se)
The presence of fire is noted through smoke, smell and heat in thecabin.
It is essential that the source of the . fire be promptly identified through
instrument readings, character of the smoke, or other indications since the
action to be taken differs somewhat in each case.
Check for the source of the fire first.
If
smoke in the cabin indicates an electrical fire, turn the battery master
(BAIT MASTR) and alternator (AL TR) switches OFF. The cabin vents
should be opened and the cabin heat turned OFF. A landing should be made
as soon as possible.
If
an engine fire is present, switch the fuel selector to OFF and close the
throttle. The mixture should be at idle cut-off. Turn the electric fuel pump
OFF. In all cases, the heater and defroster should be OFF.
If
radio
communication is not required select the battery master (BAIT MASTR)
and alternator (AL TR) switches OFF. If the terrain permits, a landing
should be made immediately.
NOTE
The possibility of an engine fire in flight is
extremely remote. The procedure given is
general and pilot judgment should be the
determining factor for action in such an
emergency.
3.19
LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE
(3.Sf)
Loss of oil pressure may be either partial or complete. A partial loss of
oil pressure usually indicates a malfunction in the oil pressure regulating
system, and a landing should be made as soon as possible to investigate the
cause and prevent engine damage.
A c·omplete loss of oil pressure indication may signify oil exhaustion or
may be the result of a faulty gauge. In either case, proceed toward the nearest
airport, and be prepared for a forced landing. If the problem is nota pressure
gauge malfunction, the engine may stop suddenly. Maintain altitude until
such time as a dead stick landing can be accomplished. Don't change power
settings unnecessarily, as this may hasten complete power loss.
ISSUED: SEPTEMBER 15, 1988
REPORT: V8-1365
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