Purpose
Learn the role of the POH checklist in shutting down the aircraft. Conduct post-flight inspections to ensure aircraft is ready for next flight. Secure aircraft and complete record-keeping requirements.
Description
- Shut-down procedures per the POH checklist
- Non-checklist items during shut-down
- Post-flight inspection and securing the aircraft
- Record-keeping and logbook entries
Instructional aids and pre-requisites
- Robinson R-22 POH
- Student logbook
Content
- Follow the checklist for engine shut-down
- Policies for extinguishing aircraft lights, disengaging carb heat, and transponder settings
- Demonstrate post-flight inspection of Tell-a-Temps, belts, and fluids
- Policies for securing aircraft on ramp
- Policies for recording flight time in aircraft log
- FAR ยง61.51: Logbook Entries
Common errors
- Not applicable
Completion standards
- The student will progress from conducting supervised shut-down procedures, post-flight checks, and post-flight record-keeping to assuming all responsibility for post-flight procedures.
Teaching considerations
- None specified
Additional practice
- Not applicable
Additional resources
- None specified