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 §61.51: 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