Ground Handling; Towing - Piper Cherokee Arrow II Pilots Operating Manual

HANDLING AND SERVICING
This section contains information on preventive maintenance. Refer to the appropriate
Service Manual for further maintenance procedures. Any complex repair or modification should
be accomplished by a Piper Certified Service Center.
GROUND HANDLING
TOWING
The airplane may be moved by using the nose wheel steering bar provided, or power
equipment that will not damage or cause excess strain to the nose gear assembly. The
steering bar is stowed in the baggage compartment.
CAUTION
When towing with power equipment, do not turn nose gear more
than 30 degrees in either direction as this will result in damage to
the nose gear and steering mechanism.
TAXIING
Before attempting to taxi the airplane, ground personnel should be checked out by a
qualified pilot or other responsible person. Engine starting and shut-down procedures
should
be
covered as well as taxi techniques. 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.
a.
Taxi forward a few feet and apply brakes to determine their effectiveness.
b. Taxi with propeller set in low pitch, high RPM setting.
c. While taxiing, make slight turns to ascertain the effectiveness of steering.
d. Observe wing clearances when taxiing near buildings or other stationary objects.
If possible, station a guide outside the airplane to observe.
e. When taxiing on uneven ground, look for holes and ruts.
f. Do not operate the engine at high RPM when running up or taxiing over ground
containing loose stones, gravel or any loose material that may cause damage to
the propeller blades.
HANDLING AND SERVICING
ISSUED:
JULY
13,1973