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PA-46-350P, MALIBU
8.9 GROUND HANDLING (CONTINUED)
by not less than fifteen feet, and a qualified person should ride in the
pilot's seat to maintain control by use of the brakes.
(b) Taxiing
Do not operate engine above 1200 rpm with
cabin doors open.
Before attempting to taxi the airplane, ground personnel
should be instructed and approved by a qualified person
authorized by the owner. Engine starting and shut-down
procedures as well as taxi techniques should be covered. When it is
ascertained that the propeller back blast and taxi areas are clear,
power should be applied to start the taxi roll, and the following
checks should be performed:
(1) Taxi a few feet forward and apply the brakes to determine
(2) Taxi with the propeller set in low pitch, high rpm setting.
(3) While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness
(4) Observe wing clearance when taxiing near buildings or other
(5) When taxiing over uneven ground, avoid holes and ruts.
(6) Do not operate the engine at high rpm when running up or
(c) Parking
When parking the airplane, be sure that it is sufficiently protected
from adverse weather conditions and that it presents no danger to
other aircraft. When parking the airplane for any length of time or
overnight, it is suggested that it be moored securely.
(1) To park the airplane, head it into the wind if possible.
(2) The parking brake knob is located just below the left
ISSUED: FEBRUARY 23, 1999
their effectiveness.
of the steering.
stationary objects. If possible, station an observer outside the
airplane.
taxiing over ground containing loose stones, gravel, or
any loose material that may cause damage to the propeller
blades.
control column. To set the parking brake, first depress and
hold the toe brakes and then pull out on the parking brake
knob. To release the parking brake, first depress the brake
pedals and then push in on the parking brake knob.
CAUTION
SECTION 8
HAND/SERV/MAINT
REPORT: VB-1710
8-5
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