05/19/2006

DC-3TP

**USFS**

**STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES -- AMPLIFIED**

The following standardized operating procedures have been developed to
aid flight crews by specifying a progression of subtasks and actions to
ensure the task is carried out in a manner that is efficient, logical
and safe. These Standardized Operating Procedures -- Amplified (SOPA)
reflect the flight manual, checklists and other recommended practices.
All agency flight crews will utilize these SOPA's during all missions
and operations.

Checklists are CHECKLISTS not DO LISTS. Pilots need to "do" the actions
and then call for the checklist to ensure all items have been properly
completed. This will require both flight crewmembers to be thoroughly
familiar with the aircraft, checklist items and profiles.

# DUTY DAY PREFLIGHT

-   The duty day preflight will be performed by both flight crewmembers
    if at all possible.

-   If both crewmembers are not available to perform the preflight, it
    is the PIC's responsibility to ensure one of the flight crewmembers
    is assigned to perform the preflight.

-   The duty day preflight will be accomplished in accordance with the
    DC-3TP expanded checklist and will include the exterior and interior
    inspections as well as the cockpit checks on the boarding aircraft
    check and before starting check. **The preflight shall include
    inspection of areas susceptible to sabotage or storage of hazardous
    materials.**

-   The goal is to have the aircraft ready for dispatch by having the
    preflight inspections complete and the cockpit checks completed.
    Then only the checklist items with an asterisk (\*) need to be
    accomplished to expedite the operation.

The DC-3TP systems and cockpit layout are relatively simple and the
cockpit checks can be accomplished by adopting a flow pattern and then
backed up by checklists.

After the duty day preflight checklists have been accomplished, all
subsequent checklists will be performed by challenge and response except
for those checklists that have been designated as "(silent)". It is
important to keep in mind that not every item should be verbally
expressed due to the impact on the desired sterile cockpit environment.
The pilot flying (or the PIC when on the ground) shall call for the
appropriate checklist. The pilot not flying will read the challenge. The
pilot flying will respond appropriately. What is on the checklist or has
been indicated in the SOP's, is the proper response. If the response is
not correct, the pilot not flying will give the appropriate response and
both pilots will confirm that the correct action has been accomplished.
When the pilot flying calls for a checklist that is silent, the pilot
not flying will verbally call the checklist complete after all items
have been accomplished.

## BOARDING AIRCRAFT CHECK

The PIC is responsible for the final walk around the aircraft to ensure
the engine plugs; prop ties and chocks are removed. The PIC will
designate a pilot to be in the cockpit to guard the flight controls and
the other pilot will remove the gear pins and rudder lock then ensure
the entrance door and cabin area is secure before proceeding to the
cockpit.

When both pilots are in the cockpit the PIC will call for the "BOARDING
AIRCRAFT CHECK" and the following items will be confirmed or
accomplished.

PREFLIGHT INSPECTION: The PIC will confirm the preflight inspection is
complete and call "COMPLETE."

AIRCRAFT DOCUMENTS: The PIC will confirm all the required documents are
on board and checked for discrepancies then call "CHECKED."

JUNCTION BOX CB's & SWITCHES: The PIC will confirm visually, usually
during a flow check while entering the cockpit that the junction box
circuit breakers and switches are in the proper position and call
"CHECKED."

GEAR PINS & CONTROL LOCKS: The PIC will visually confirm the gear pins
are stowed in there proper place on the bulkhead behind the pilots seat
and will move the control yoke and rudder pedals to ensure the control
locks are removed and call "REMOVED AND STOWED."

CABIN AREA: The PIC will confirm the cabin area is secure by ensuring
the cargo is stowed and the cargo nets are fastened and the aft cargo
area door is secure and everyone is on board and call "SECURE."

PASSENGER BRIEFING: The PIC will ensure a complete passenger briefing
has been accomplished and call "COMPLETE."

SECURITY LOCKING DEVICES: The PIC will verify that the security locking
devices have been removed and call "REMOVED."

The SIC will call "BOARDING AIRCRAFT CHECK COMPLETE."

# BEFORE START CHECK

When preparing to start engines the PIC will call for the "BEFORE START
CHECK."

SEATS AND RUDDER PEDALS: Both pilots will ensure seat and rudder pedals
are adjusted so each pilot can fully and freely manipulate the controls,
and the seat is securely locked on the seat rails. The PIC calls
"ADJUSTED LEFT" and the SIC calls "ADJUSTED RIGHT."

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE & QUANTITY: The PIC will check the system hydraulic
pressure and visually check the hydraulic system quantity in the sight
gauge and calls "CHECKED."

SEAT BELTS: Both pilots will ensure the lap belt and shoulder harness
are secure. The PIC will call "ON LEFT" and the SIC will call "ON
RIGHT."

STAR VALVE: The PIC will ensure the star valve is closed by turning the
valve clockwise and call "CLOSED."

LANDING GEAR & FLAP HANDLES: The PIC will ensure the landing gear and
flap handles are in the neutral position and call "NEUTRAL."

LANDING GEAR LATCH: The PIC will check the landing gear latch is in the
latched position and call "LATCHED."

PARKING BRAKE: The PIC will check that the parking brake is set and call
"SET."

TRIM TAB FUNCTION: In an effort to reduce wear and tear on the trim tab
control cables, full travel is checked once a week rather than every
day. The trim tab controls are rotated through their full range of
motion to check for free and correct movement. The PIC then calls
"CHECKED."

STATIC SOURCE: The PIC will check that the static source selector is in
the normal position and calls "NORMAL."

FIRE "T" HANDLES: The PIC will ensure the Fire "T" handles are in and
call "IN".

CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Both pilots will check that all circuit breakers are
in. The SIC can easily check the circuit breakers on the upper left side
of cockpit and the PIC can easily check the upper right side circuit
breakers. The PIC calls "IN RIGHT" and the SIC calls "IN LEFT."

ICE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT: The PIC will check the pitot, windshield,
prop, and inlet heat and deice boots are off and the inertial separators
are in the closed position and call "OFF."

ANTI-COLLISION LIGHT: Anti-collision lights are generally left on. The
PIC will ensure the anti-collision lights are on for engine start and
call "ON."

AVIONICS MASTER: The PIC will check the avionics master switch is off
and call "OFF."

EMERGENCY POWER: The PIC will ensure the emergency power switch is in
the normal position and call "NORMAL."

BUS TIE: The PIC will check the bus tie switch in the open position and
call "OPEN."

HEATING SYSTEM: The PIC will ensure the heating system switch is off and
call "OFF."

INVERTERS: The PIC will check the inverters are turned off and call
"OFF."

BATTERY SWITCH: The PIC will call for the "BATTERY SWITCH ON" and the
SIC will turn on the battery switch and call out the voltage produced by
the battery. If voltage is less than 22 volts ground power should be
used for engine start to prevent excessive ITT.

GENERATORS: The PIC will call "GENERATORS ON" for a battery start or
"GENERATORS OFF" for a ground power starts.

GROUND POWER: If ground power is being used the PIC will call "GROUND
POWER ON". The SIC will turn on the ground power switch and call out the
voltage on the voltmeter. If a battery only start is used the PIC will
ensure switch is in the off position and call the position of the switch
"OFF."

COCKPIT LIGHTS: The cockpit lights will be adjusted as required by each
pilot. The PIC will call lights "ON or OFF."

ENGINE FIRE PROTECTION: The PIC will operate the fire protection test
switch to FIRE TEST and note that all four squib lights and the left and
right FIRE-PULL (T) handles illuminate, and the fire warning horn
sounds. Push the fire warning mute button to verify function. The PIC
will then operate the fire protection switch to FAULT TEST and note that
the left and right FIRE DET FAULT lights illuminate. The PIC will call
"CHECKED."

WARNING & ANNUNCIATOR LIGHTS: The PIC will operate the annunciator light
BRT/DIM/TEST switch to TEST. Be sure to verify that the "FIREX LOW
PRESS" annunciators illuminate and all other annunciators to include the
left and right FIRE-PULL (T) handles. Release switch and select BRT or
DIM as required and call "CHECKED."

STALL WARING: The PIC will push the stall warning test button and
confirm the aural warning and call "CHECKED."

AUDIBLE WARNING: The PIC will push the audible warning test button and
confirm the aural warning and call "CHECKED."

FUEL TOTALIZER: The PIC will verify the fuel on the gauges is the amount
required for the flight and ensure the fuel totalizer is set properly
and call "SET."

POWER LEVERS: The PIC will confirm the power levers are at flight idle
and call "IDLE."

PROP LEVERS: Normal engine starts are made with the props in the feather
position. The PIC will confirm the prop levers are in the feather
position and call "FEATHER."

CONDITION LEVERS: The PIC will ensure the condition levers are in the
stop position and call "STOP."

STANDBY FUEL PUMPS: The PIC will call "AUTO". The SIC will select the
standby fuel pump switches to auto, the PIC will check standby pump
lights on and call "AUTO, LIGHTS, PRESSURE UP."

MAIN FUEL PUMPS: The PIC will call "ON". The SIC will select the main
fuel pump switches on and the PIC will check standby pump lights out and
call "ON, LIGHTS OUT, PRESSURE UP ."

The SIC will call "BEFORE START CHECK COMPLETE."

When the DC-3TP is on dedicated Smokejumper alert, the PIC and SIC
completes the BOARDING AIRCRAFT CHECK and the BEFORE START CHECK at the
beginning of the duty day. This allows the flight crews to complete only
the items with a (\*) on the checklist before engine start. This
procedure will expedite the departure. The items with a (\*) can also be
accomplished during enroute stops with no flight crew changes. The PIC
simply calls for the "STARRED ITEMS" and the appropriate checklists.

The DC-3TP utilizes two starting procedures. One using ground power and
the other using battery power. The PIC will call for the "ENGINE START
GROUND POWER" or "ENGINE START BATTERY" checklist, which ever is
appropriate.

**ENGINE START BATTERY**

GENERATORS: The RP will turn the generator switches on and the LP will
verify the switches in the on position and call "ON."

IGNITION SWITCHES: The LP will select the ignition switches to start and
call "START."

START BUTTON: The right engine is usually started first. The RP will
visually check the area around the right engine for obstructions or
personnel and ensure the engine plugs, prop ties, and chocks are removed
and no fluids are dripping from the nacelle. The RP will call "CLEAR
RIGHT". The LP will then press the right start button and note that the
ignition light on the main annunciator panel and that the start light
are illuminated. The LP will then note the Ng rotation and the oil
pressure and call "ROTATION INSIDE, OIL PRESSURE". The RP will visually
confirm prop rotation and hydraulic pressure and call "ROTATION OUTSIDE
AND HYDRAULIC PRESSURE."

CONDITION LEVER: When the LP notes a stabilized Ng. (minimum of 12%),
usually around 18% Ng and ITT is less than 200ºC; the LP will introduce
fuel by moving the right condition lever forward from the stop position.
The LP will then note an ITT rise within 10 seconds by observing
increasing ITT and accelerating Ng indication. At 50% Ng the RP notes
the start and ignition light and calls "START LIGHT OUT". When the
engine is stabilized at idle, the ignition switch is turned off. The LP
will confirm the caution panel indications are normal and cancel the
master warning light.

START LIGHT OUT, GENERATOR ON: The LP will check that the right
generator is operating by checking the load and voltmeter.

LOAD METER: Before starting the left engine the LP will wait for the
load meter to stabilize below 100 amps and call "\_\_\_\_\_ amps."

When the LP is satisfied the engine is operating normally, the left
engine can be started. The LP will visually check the area around the
left engine for obstructions or personnel and ensure the engine plugs,
prop ties, and chocks are removed and no fluids are dripping from the
nacelle. The LP calls "CLEAR LEFT". The LP will then press the start
button and note the ignition light on the main annunciator panel and
that the start light is illuminated. Looking outside, the LP confirms
prop rotation and calls "ROTATION OUTSIDE" and at the same time the RP
confirms Ng rotation and oil pressure and calls "ROTATION INSIDE, OIL
PRESSURE". When the Ng stabilizes, (minimum of 12%) usually 20% and the
ITT is below 200ºC, the LP will introduce fuel by moving the condition
lever forward from the stop position. The LP will note an ITT rise
within 10 seconds and an accelerating Ng indication. At 50% Ng the RP
notes that the start and ignition light go out and calls "START LIGHT
OUT."

IGNITION SWITCHES: The LP confirms both ignition switches are off and
calls "IGNITION OFF."

The RP will call "ENGINE START BATTERY COMPLETE."

# ENGINE START GROUND POWER

-   If ground power is available it should be used. Ground power almost
    always provides for a cooler engine start because of the increased
    Ng RPM. The PIC will call for the "ENGINE START GROUND POWER"
    checklist.

GENERATORS: The LP will confirm the generators are off and call "OFF."

IGNITION SWITCHES: The LP will select the ignitions switches to start
and call "START."

START BUTTON: The right engine is usually started first. The RP will
visually check the area around the right engine for obstructions or
personnel and ensure the engine plugs, prop ties, and chocks are removed
and no fluids are dripping from the nacelle. The RP will call "CLEAR
RIGHT". The LP will then press the right start button and note that the
ignition light on the main annunciator panel and that the start light
are illuminated. The LP will then note the Ng rotation and the oil
pressure and call "ROTATION INSIDE, OIL PRESSURE". The RP will visually
confirm prop rotation and hydraulic pressure and call "ROTATION OUTSIDE
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE."

CONDITION LEVER: When the LP notes a stabilized Ng. (minimum of 12%),
usually around 20% Ng and ITT is less than 200ºC; the LP will introduce
fuel by moving the right condition lever forward from the stop position.
The LP will then note an ITT rise within 10 seconds and accelerating Ng
indication. At 50% Ng the RP notes that the start light and ignition
light go out and calls "START LIGHT OUT". When the engine is stabilized
at idle, the ignition switch is turned off and calls "IGNITION OFF."

When the LP is satisfied the engine is operating normally, the left
engine can be started. The LP will usually signal for a ground power
disconnect and perform a cross generator start and a transition to the
engine start battery checklist. The LP will visually check the area
around the left engine for obstructions or personnel and ensure the
engine plugs, prop ties, and chocks are removed and no fluids are
dripping from the nacelle. The LP calls "CLEAR LEFT". The LP will then
press the start button and note the ignition light on the main
annunciator panel and that the start light is illuminated. Looking
outside, the LP confirms prop rotation and calls "ROTATION OUTSIDE" and
at the same time the RP confirms Ng rotation and oil pressure and calls
"ROTATION INSIDE, OIL PRESSURE". When the Ng stabilizes (minimum of
12%), usually 20%, and the ITT is below 200ºC, the LP will introduce
fuel by moving the condition lever forward from the stop position. The
LP will note an ITT rise within 10 seconds and accelerating Ng
indication. At 50% Ng, the RP notes that the start and ignition lights
go out and calls "START LIGHT OUT."

GROUND POWER: When both engines are operating normally (If one or both
engines were started using ground power) the LP will give the ground
personnel the signal to disconnect ground power. The LP looks for the
green ground power annunciator light to go out and calls "GROUND POWER
OFF" at which time the RP turns off the ground power switch.

GENERATORS: The LP calls "GENERATORS ON," the RP will turn on the right
generator and check the load and then turn on the left generator.

IGNITION SWITCHES: The LP confirms both ignition switches are off and
calls "IGNITION OFF."

The RP will call "ENGINE START GROUND POWER COMPLETE."

# BEFORE TAXI CHECK

The LP calls for the "BEFORE TAXI CHECK". The RP performs a flow for the
BEFORE TAXI CHECKS by turning on the avionics master and inverter.
Consider checking both inverters for night and IFR flights. (#1 for odd
days and \# 2 for even days).

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE: The LP checks the main system hydraulic gauge for
proper hydraulic pressure of 875 [+]{.underline} 25 PSI and calls
"CHECKED."

LANDING GEAR PRESSURE: The LP checks the landing gear pressure gauge for
proper system pressure. If landing gear hydraulic pressure is either
high or low it can be corrected by following the abnormal gear pressure
procedure. The LP will then call "CHECKED."

-   Landing Gear Hydraulic Pressure Abnormal Procedure

During ground operations landing gear hydraulic pressure may become
abnormally high or low. The procedure to correct either problem is the
same. This procedure will only be completed when the gear latch handle
is in the positive lock position. This procedure is a challenge and
response operation, involving both pilots.

1.  The pilot that observes the over or under pressure will identify the
    gear pressure anomaly.

2.  The both pilots will confirm the gear latch is in the positive lock
    position.

3.  The pilot performing the action will announce: "We have a gear under
    pressure/overpressure condition and the gear latch is in positive
    lock position. My corrective action will be to select the gear lever
    to the down position and then return to the neutral position.

4.  The other pilot will state: "I concur".

5.  One pilot will monitor the corrective action while the other pilot
    places his hand on the gear lever, selects the gear lever to the
    down position and then returns it to the neutral position. The pilot
    will observe that the pressure returned to normal and that the green
    gear light is illuminated and announce: "Pressure normal green
    light."

AVIONICS POWER: The LP will verify avionics power is selected on and
call "ON."

INVERTER: The LP will verify the inverter is selected on and call "ON."

TRANSPONDER: The LP will verify GND or STBY and make the appropriate
call.

NAVIGATION & COLLISION LIGHTS: The LP will turn on the lights required
and call "ON."

SEATBELT SIGN: The LP will turn on the seatbelt sign for the passengers
and crew on board and call "ON."

HEATING SYSTEM: The heating system can be used as required. The LP will
call "ON" or "OFF."

ENGINE INSTRUMENTS: The LP will check the engine instruments for normal
parameters and call "CHECKED."

WARNING LIGHTS: The LP will check the main annunciator panel. The only
lights that should be illuminated at this time are the pitot heat
lights. The LP calls "PITOT HEAT LIGHTS ON."

TAWS: The TAWS test button is pressed and the unit performs a self test.
For Smokejumper and Paracargo missions the TAWS computer circuit breaker
may be disabled if the mission is going to remain VMC. If the flight
anticipates IMC, night or low visibility conditions the TAWS will remain
functional. The PIC will call either "CHECKED or DISABLED." The TAWS is
a first flight of the day check.

COMPASS & GYROS: The LP checks the magnetic compass, RMI and heading
indicated on the RMI and heading indicator and calls "\_\_\_\_\_ TWICE,
COMPASS CHECKED." The RP sets the right side heading indicator to match
and verifies with the right side RMI and calls "\_\_\_\_\_ SET &
CHECKED."

TCAS: The LP ensures the TCAS is on and selects the test function on the
first flight of the day. The LP will call "tested."

ALTIMETERS & CLOCK: Both pilots set the current altimeter setting in
their respective altimeters and verifies altimeter at field elevation.
The LP sets the current time on the clock and calls "\_\_\_\_SET LEFT".
The RP calls "\_\_\_\_SET RIGHT."

POWER CART: The LP confirms that the power cart has been removed and is
clear of the aircraft area and calls "REMOVED."

PROPS: The LP moves the prop levers full forward and calls "PROPS
FORWARD." (If there is a delay in this checklist the props should be
moved to the forward position at an earlier time if oil temperature
becomes a factor).

The RP will call "BEFORE TAXI CHECK COMPLETE."

# TAXI CHECK

-   Prior to aircraft movement, each pilot will visually check the
    movement area for obstructions such as other aircraft, buildings,
    power carts, personnel, etc. Each pilot shall check that the
    aircraft's movement will not be hindered nor obstructed by other
    objects.

-   The LP will call "CLEAR LEFT" and the RP will call "CLEAR RIGHT."

-   During a Smokejumper mission the spotter will ensure that everyone
    is onboard, properly suited up and seated with seat belts fastened
    prior to aircraft movement.

-   At the beginning of the taxi roll or in an appropriate area the PF
    will call for the "TAXI CHECK."

BRAKES: The PF will check the brakes at the beginning of the taxi roll
and call "CHECKED."

RMI & GYROS: The PF will confirm right and left turn indications on the
heading indicators and call "TURNING."

TURN NEDDLES: The PF will confirm right and left turn indications on the
turn coordinators and call "CHECKED."

-   The PNF will call "TAXI CHECK COMPLETE."

-   While taxiing, aircrews need to exercise vigilance to avoid damage
    to the wingtips. The DC-3TP has a very large wingspan and even
    though the taxiway is sufficient in width, shrubs, berms, airport
    signs and fences can contact the wingtips during taxi operations.
    When taxiing on uneven surfaces, keep in mind that if a wheel dips
    one foot the wingtip might dip ten feet and contact an object. It
    might be necessary to survey an area before taxiing through if you
    suspect the taxi surface is not level.

-   After taxiing to the active runway, the aircraft should be
    positioned into the wind and in such a way as to not damage anything
    with the prop blast or block access to the active runway. The PF may
    consider completing the run up on the ramp if sufficient room is
    available and the airport operations allow power runs in the ramp
    area. The flight crew must exercise their best judgment when doing
    the run up.

-   When the aircraft is positioned into the wind the PF will call "RUN
    UP CHECK."The run up checks are a first flight of the day check.

# RUN UP CHECK

TAILWHEEL: The PF ensures the tail wheel is locked and calls "LOCKED."

PARKING BRAKE: The PF checks the parking set and calls "SET."

OVERSPEED GOVERNOR: The LP will assign the RP to guard the brakes and
the yoke is in the full aft position to prevent the tail from lifting or
the aircraft from weather vaneing into the wind if the aircraft is not
lined up into the wind. The LP advances both power levers to achieve
1675 RPM and selects the overspeed test function and holds the
spring-loaded switches in the overspeed test position. The RPM should
drop and stabilize at 1615 [+]{.underline} 32 RPM. Release the overspeed
test switch and the RPM should recover to 1675 RPM again and the test is
complete. The LP calls "OVERSPEED GOVERNOR CHECKED."

AUTO-FEATHER: The RP holds the yoke in the full aft position and the LP
advances both power levers to 40% torque. The LP selects the
auto-feather test function and holds the spring-loaded switch in the
auto-feather test position until the auto-feather annunciators read
ARMED and READY. Reduce the right power lever to IDLE. The right prop
should feather and the left ready light should go out. Reduce the left
power lever to IDLE and the left prop should **NOT** feather. Release
the auto-feather test switch and the right prop will unfeather. The
auto-feather test for the left engine can be accomplished at this time
by repeating the above procedure. The LP calls "AUTO-FEATHER CHECKED."

The RP will call "RUN UP CHECK COMPLETE."

The PF will call for the "BEFORE TAKE-OFF CHECK."

# BEFORE TAKE-OFF CHECK

TRIM TABS: The PF will check all three trim tabs settings for take off
and call "SET."

WING FLAPS: The PF will ensure the wing flaps are up and indicating up
and check the flap handle is neutral and call "UP."

FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS: Both pilots will verbalize the indications on the
airspeed indicator, artificial horizon, altimeter setting, radar
altimeter, headings on RMI, HSI, and wet compass, and VVI indication.
The PF will call "SET AND CHECKED LEFT" and the PNF will call "SET AND
CHECKED RIGHT."

NAVIGATION AND COMMUNICATION: The PF will tune and identify the nav aids
for departure, load the GPS with departure information and check the
communication radios for proper frequencies and ensure the proper squawk
is set in the transponder. And confirm the correct NAV source is driving
the HSI for the procedure being flown. The PF will call "CHECKED AND
SET."

ICE PROTECTION: The PF will turn on the appropriate ice protection
equipment for the conditions and check for proper indications. Remember
that the inlet lip function cannot be checked on the ground without
using the "Ground/Flight Test switch."The PF will call out the equipment
that has been turned on, "PITOT HEAT ON". (Before departing into icing
conditions the PF will ensure that all ice protection equipment is
operating properly).

V1-VR-V2: The PF will ensure the proper speeds are bugged on the
airspeed indicators.

The PF will call "SET LEFT" and the PNF will call "SET RIGHT" then the
non-flying pilot will verify the setting and call "CROSS CHECKED."

CREW BRIEFING: The briefing could be discussed in detail prior to the
flight especially when flying with a new crewmember.

The PF will brief the take-off/departure so it will be clear to both
pilots as to what will be the proper procedure in the event of an
emergency. The briefing will include what the decision point will be,
where the hazards are around the airport and how the pilot will execute
an emergency return. The rest of the briefing will use standard
procedures that each crew has trained to. Example: "The gear up call
will be our decision point. If we have an engine failure or other
problem before the gear up call, we will abort. If we have a malfunction
after the gear up call, we will continue the take-off and take the
correct appropriate action. If we have an engine failure, I will call
"ENGINE FAILURE, SET EMERGENCY POWER, POSITIVE RATE GEAR UP, CONFIRM
AUTO-FEATHER." If we confirm auto-feather we will take no action below
400 feet. If we do not get an auto-feather, the only action below 400
feet will be to feather the prop on the failed engine. For an emergency
return we will circle south toward lower terrain and land on this
runway. Any questions? if there are no questions, the PF calls
"COMPLETE."

WINDOWS: Both pilots will check that their respective window is closed
and the LP will call "CLOSED LEFT" and the RP will call "CLOSED RIGHT."

FRICTION LOCKS: The PF checks the friction locks and calls "SET."

PROP CONTROLS: The PF ensures the prop controls are full forward and
calls "FORWARD."

AUTO-FEATHER: The PF will place the auto-feather switch in the armed
position and verifies the armed lights are on and calls "ARMED."

STANDBY FUEL PUMPS: The RP turns the standby fuel pumps to the on
position and calls "LIGHTS ON" and the LP will verify fuel pressure, and
calls "GOOD PRESSURE."

The PNF will call "BEFORE TAKE-OFF CHECK COMPLETE."

# LINE-UP CHECK

The PF calls for the "LINE-UP CHECK."

FLIGHT CONTROLS: The PF will perform full control inputs of the flight
controls, if the controls have not been previously checked. If taxiing
on unpaved surfaces or any other non-standard surface, the control check
will be performed during the lineup check. The control check will ensure
full, correct and unrestricted use of the aileron, elevator and rudder
controls are available in any combination and call "CHECKED."

TRANSPONDER: The PNF will check GND or select ALT on the transponder and
call "GND or ALT" as appropriate.

LANDING/PULSE LIGHTS: The LP will select the landing /pulse lights as
appropriate and call "ON."

STROBE: The LP will select the strobe light on and call "ON."

TCAS: The PNF will initiate the operate mode on the TCAS and set the
desired range, check for conflicting traffic and call the appropriate
settings ("TCAS 6 mile range and above"). TCAS may be activated prior to
line up checks.

GEAR PRESSURE: The PNF will check for normal gear pressure and call
"GEAR PRESSURE NORMAL."

RUNWAY AND HEADING: Both pilots will check that their heading indicators
correspond with the runway and call out the indicated heading.

TAIL WHEEL: The PF will place the tail wheel lock lever in the locked
position and verify the locked condition and call "TAIL WHEEL LOCKED."

The PNF will call "LINE UP CHECK COMPLETE."

# TAKE-OFF PROCEDURE

POWER LEVERS: The PF will advance power levers to approximately target
torque and ask the PNF to set torque. The PNF will set about 92% torque.

ENGINE INSTRUMENTS: The PNF will check for normal indications.

AUTO-FEATHER: Ready lights illuminated before 60 knots.

POWER (60 KNOTS): The PNF checks that target torque is achieved for
existing conditions and that engine parameters are normal by 60 knots.
Rolling takeoffs may be permitted provided adequate runway length is
available.

-   When the aircraft is cleared for take-off, the PF will initiate the
    power levers forward and call for take-off power. The PNF will set
    takeoff power. The pilot flying will maintain back pressure
    sufficient to prevent weather vane effect until sufficient dynamic
    pressure is available to actively raise the tail. The PF applies
    forward pressure on the yoke to rotate the tail into the proper
    takeoff attitude for best control and maximum acceleration. The PNF
    will monitor the engine instruments; note that the auto-feather
    ready lights are illuminated and call "AUTO FEATHER READY"; when
    accelerating through 60 knots PNF calls "60 KNOTS." and "CROSS
    CHECKED" and when the aircraft accelerates through V1 the PNF calls
    "V1,ROTATE." When the aircraft has a positive rate of climb the PNF
    will call "POSITIVE RATE." The PF will call "GEAR UP" and establish
    a normal two engine climb speed of V2+10 to 500 ft. AGL during
    normal operations.

-   The 60-knot cross checked call confirms the airspeed indicators are
    working properly and all engine instruments are normal. When the PNF
    calls "V1" and "ROTATE." the PF will rotate to the proper take-off
    attitude. When the PNF observes a positive rate of climb, i.e.
    altimeter climbing, vertical speed indicating a climb or the ground
    tracking away, will call "POSITIVE RATE." The PF will call "GEAR UP"
    at their discretion. The PNF will raise the landing gear.

-   **During engine failure do not use emergency power prior to
    accelerating through 71 KIAS VMCa.**

# CLIMB CHECK

Normally at 1000 feet AGL, at 110 KTS or greater, the PF calls
"AUTO-FEATHER OFF, CLIMB POWER, CLIMB CHECKS."

The CLIMB CHECK is a silent check that is performed by the PNF. The PNF
will use a flow to complete the climb check and refer to the checklist
to ensure the specific items have been completed. The only item that
requires a response from the PF is the ENGINE & WINGS. The PNF prompts
the PF by calling "CLEAN AND DRY LEFT/RIGHT." The PF calls "CLEAN AND
DRY LEFT/RIGHT."

LANDING GEAR: The non-flying pilot verifies the gear is up.

AUTO-FEATHER: The non-flying pilot verifies the Auto-Feather is OFF.

CLIMB POWER: The non-flying pilot sets normal climb power (1425 RPM/90%
torque).

ENGINE INSTRUMENTS: The non-flying pilot checks that engine parameters
are normal.

PROP SYNCHRONIZER: The non-flying pilot verifies ON/OFF as required.

STANDBY FUEL PUMPS: The non-flying pilot verifies the switches are in
AUTO.

LANDING GEAR LEVER: The non-flying pilot verifies the landing gear lever
is in the NEUTRAL position.

ENGINE & WINGS: Both pilots visually check the engine and wing area on
their respective side for normal appearance. The non-flying pilot calls
"CLEAN AND DRY LEFT/RIGHT" and the flying pilot calls "CLEAN AND DRY
LEFT/RIGHT."

SEATBELT SIGN: The non-flying pilot leaves ON or turns OFF, as
conditions require.

The non-flying pilot calls "CLIMB CHECK COMPLETE."

# CRUISE CHECK

When the aircraft is level at cruise altitude, the flying pilot will
call "CRUISE POWER, CRUISE CHECK" and state desired cruise power
settings.

CRUISE POWER: The PNF will reduce the torque to a setting that will
allow the RPM to be reduced if required to the setting requested by the
flying pilot and state, "\_\_\_\_\_ TORQUE, \_\_\_\_\_ PROP.

LANDING/PULSE LIGHT: LP will turn OFF the landing or pulse lights as
required.

FUEL TRANSFER: The PNF will check the fuel status and transfer fuel if
required at this time. An actual transfer may be accomplished at this
time to check the integrity of the system if desired.

TRENDS: The PNF should check to ascertain if an engine trend is due at
this time. The PNF will call "CRUISE CHECK COMPLETE."

# 

# DESCENT CHECK

ALTIMETERS: The PNF will set the current altimeter setting in their
altimeter and call out the setting ("29.92) set left/right" and the PF
will set their altimeter and call ("29.92) set left/right."

FUEL QUANTITY: The PNF will check for sufficient fuel and transfer if
necessary and call "\_\_\_\_\_\_ POUNDS."

HYDRAULIC QUANTITY & PRESSURE: The PNF will check the hydraulic quantity
in the sight gauge and the main system hydraulic gauge for normal
pressure and call "CHECKED."

BRAKES: The PF will check brake pedals individually and visually check
that the parking brake is OFF and call "OFF AND CHECKED."

TAIL WHEEL: The PF will ensure that the tail wheel is LOCKED and call
"LOCKED."

ICE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT: The flight crew will determine that the ice
protection is sufficient for anticipated conditions.

APPROACH AND LANDING SPEED: The PNF determines the correct V2 and Vref
speeds for approach and landing. Both pilots will set their bugs to the
appropriate speeds on their airspeed indicators. The LP will call
"\_\_\_\_\_SET LEFT" and the RP will call "\_\_\_\_\_SET RIGHT." The PNF
will crosscheck that both airspeed indicators are set correctly and call
"CROSSCHECKED."

SEATBELT SIGN: The PNF will turn ON the seatbelt sign.

APPROACH BRIEF: It is recommended that if the approach is in the GPS
data base, the approach be loaded in the GPS prior to the descent check.
Then the approach can be reviewed during the approach brief. The PF will
brief the approach. The PF will call "COMPLETE."

The non-flying pilot will call "DESCENT CHECK COMPLETE."

# BEFORE LANDING CHECK

The PF will call "GEAR DOWN, BEFORE LANDING CHECK."

The PNF will use a flow to complete the before landing check and then
reference the checklist to ensure all items are complete.

PROP SYNC: The PNF will verify the prop sync switch is off and call
"OFF."

AUTO-FEATHER: The PNF will verify that the auto-feather is armed and
call "ARMED."

LANDING GEAR: The PNF will place the landing gear lever to the down
position and wait until the gear is down and the gear pressure has built
to system pressure then place the gear lever to the neutral position
followed by placing the gear latch to the locked position. The PNF will
verify the gear is down and in the locked position and call "POSITIVE
LOCK, GREEN LIGHT, GOOD PRESSURE" and the PF calls "CONFIRMED."

WING FLAPS: The PNF will verify the flaps are at the position requested
by the PF.

LANDING LIGHT: The PNF will verify the landing/pulse lights are ON.

PROP CONTROLS: The PNF will advance the props when directed by the PF
and call "FORWARD."

-   When the PNF runs the BEFORE LANDING CHECK, final flaps may not have
    been selected. In this case the PNF will call "LANDING CHECK
    COMPLETE, FLAPS \_\_\_\_\_" indicating the landing check is
    complete. When the flying pilot calls "FULL FLAPS" the non-flying
    pilot will check the airspeed and lower the flaps and call "FULL
    FLAPS." A final gear check will be completed on short final with the
    PNF calling, "GREEN LIGHT, PRESSURE UP." If gear pressure decreases
    during the landing approach, the PNF will advise the PF and quickly
    correct the low pressure by moving the gear handle down and back to
    neutral.

-   When the aircraft is on the ground with both main wheels positively
    "pinned" on the runway, the PF will call "FLAPS UP." Upon the
    command of the PF the PNF will identify the flap handle and raise
    the flaps.

-   If the pilot is going to land with ¼ flaps, 3 knots must be added to
    flaps full ref speed. For ½ flap landings or more the full flap ref
    speeds shall be used.

# AFTER LANDING CHECK

After the aircraft is clear of the runway, the flying pilot will call
"AFTER LANDING CHECK."

The AFTER LANDING CHECK is a silent check that is performed by the
non-flying pilot. The non-flying pilot will use a flow to complete the
AFTER LANDING CHECK and refer to the checklist to ensure each item is
complete.

WING FLAPS: The PNF will verify the flaps are in the UP position.

LANDING LIGHTS: The PNF will verify that the light switches are in the
OFF or as required.

STROBE: The PNF will verify the switch is in the OFF position.

ICE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT: The PNF will select and verify all switches
are in the OFF position.

AUTO-FEATHER: The PNF will select and verify the switch is in the OFF
position.

TRANSPONDER: The PNF will select or verify the switch is in the STANDBY
or GND position.

RADAR: The PNF will select and verify the switch is in the OFF or
STANDBY position.

ELEVATOR TRIM: The PNF will position and verify trim is in the TAKE-OFF
position.

The PNF will call "AFTER LANDING CHECK COMPLETE."

# SHUT DOWN CHECK

TAIL WHEEL: The LP will ensure the tail wheel is locked and call
"LOCKED."

PARKING BRAKE: The LP will ensure the parking brake is set and call
"SET."

POWER LEVERS: The LP will ensure the power levers are at the idle
position and call "IDLE."

PROP LEVERS: The LP will ensure the props are feathered and call
"FEATHER." (Props should be in the feather position for 30 seconds
before engines are shut down).

HEATING SYSTEM: The LP will verify the heating system is off and call
"OFF."

INVERTERS: The LP will verify the inverters are off and call "OFF."

AVIONICS POWER: The LP will call "OFF" and verify the RP turns off the
avionics power.

GENERATORS: The LP will call "OFF" and verify the RP turns off the
generators.

CONDITION LEVERS: The LP/RP will move the condition levers to the stop
position and call "STOP." (Consideration should be given to shutting the
right engine down first to check the integrity of the left hydraulic
pump).

MAIN AND STANDBY FUEL PUMPS: The LP will call "OFF" and verifies the RP
turns off the pumps when the Ng is below 10%.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS: The LP verifies lights are OFF or states any exceptions
and calls "OFF."

BATTERY SWITCH: The LP calls "OFF" and verifies the RP turns off the
battery switch.

GEAR & FLAP LEVERS: The LP/RP selects the gear lever DOWN and the flap
lever UP and calls "SPLIT."

POST FLIGHT: The PIC will complete a post flight inspection for the
aircraft or designate the SIC to complete the post flight.

-   The post flight will at a minimum consist of a walk around
    inspection of the aircraft to look for anything abnormal. Special
    attention should be given to the engine nacelles and landing gear.
    The landing gear should be pinned and the rudder lock and prop ties
    should be installed at this time. The airplane must always be left
    with the main wheels chocked, parking brake set and the tailwheel
    locked as a minimum. Failure to accomplish these tasks leaves the
    aircraft very vulnerable to wind damage due to weather vane effect
    and other movement.