Pre Takeoff Checklist

Lesson Objective

Regulatory Requirement

• §61.87(i)(1)
• Private Pilot Practical Test Standard IV(A)

Content

• The importance of a Pre-Takeoff Checklist
• The difference between a "Check" list and "Do" list
• CB SIFTT CB, club checklist standard
• AB CCC DD, used by other clubs
• use of seatbelts and seat harnesses

Completion Standards

• the CB SIFTT CB checklist without prompting from the instructor

• the importance of a pre-takeoff checklist
• each of the items on the checklist, in order

Prerequisite Study

• 14 CFR §91.107 Use of safety belts, shoulder harnesses, and child restraint systems.
• Glider Flying Handbook page 6-2

Recommended Study

• CB SIFTT CB:
  • Controls -- Free and clear, full motion
  • Ballast -- Appropriate amounts and stowed correctly
  • Straps -- Passenger and Pilot strapped in, and know how to get out
  • Instruments -- Altimeter set, radio on, master switch on
  • Flaps -- Flaps in the correct position (even if we don't use them)
  • Trim -- Set to takeoff setting
  • Tail Dolly -- Removed before takeoff
  • Canopy -- Front and rear canopy secured and locked
  • Brakes -- Dive brakes closed and locked after the slack is out