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Eagle Aircraft
Operations Manual and Safety Procedures
4.1.7
Each passenger shall occupy a seat with an individual seat belt; children under 4 years
old or less than 40 pounds shall occupy a Department of Transportation approved
infant/child seat restrained by an individual seat belt.
4.1.8
Pilots will compute takeoff distances for each flight, check actual aircraft performance
against computed data, and abort the takeoff if aircraft performance is inadequate.
4.1.9
Pilots will calculate weight and balance data for each flight.
4.1.10
Pilots will ensure loose items are secured prior to flight.
4.2
Ground Operations
4.2.1
Pilots will not taxi, takeoff, or land on surfaces with standing water, snow, or ice.
4.2.3
Fire extinguishers shall be readily accessible during engine start and aircraft refueling.
4.2.4
Pilots are personally responsible for escorting passengers on the ramp and to brief all
passengers on the hazards of ramp operations.
4.2.5
Pilots will use the designated tow bar to move aircraft; use caution not to exceed the
designated turn limit of the nose wheel, nor to push on the tail to move the nose of the
aircraft.
4.2.6
Pilots must park aircraft only in designated ramp area.
4.2.7
Smoking is prohibited in, or within 50 feet of aircraft.
4.2.8
Aircraft will be tied down (if tie downs are available), both main wheels chocked, flight
control lock installed (if available), and all doors locked.
4.2.9
Passengers will not board or deplane when any of the aircraft engines are operating.
4.2.10
Pilots shall treat all propellers as if the engine may start, pilots shall ensure:
All passengers remain well clear of propeller arc.
Mixture is in the cutoff position.
Magnetos are off and the keys are either in the pilot's pocket, or visible on the
dashboard.
4.3
Engine Starting and Taxiing
4.3.1
Aircraft Taxi and Ground Operations will be conducted according to the guidance in the
Pilot's Operating Handbook (Aircraft Flight Manual) and the Aeronautical Informational
Manual.
4.3.2
Before starting engines pilots will turn on the rotating beacon, thoroughly clear the
immediate area, and ensure nearby personnel are aware of the impending engine
start.
Eagle Aircraft
Operation Manual and Safety Procedures
04/25/2012
Page 15 of 56
FAA Approved
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