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QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL

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This Quick Reference Handbook is designed specifically for the Textron/Cessna 152 II, providing essential information for flight training. It includes operational speeds, performance data, and checklists tailored for the Cessna 152 II model. The handbook is intended for use by pilots and flight training personnel, ensuring that critical procedures and performance metrics are easily accessible during flight operations. The document emphasizes safety and operational efficiency, with detailed sections on normal and emergency procedures, performance limitations, and preflight checks.

  • Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 757 kg
  • Never Exceed Speed (VNE): 149 KIAS
  • Best Rate of Climb Speed (VY): 67 KIAS
  • Stall Speed (VS): 48 KIAS clean, 35 KIAS flaps extended
  • Total fuel capacity: 98.4 L (26 US GAL)

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Type
Normal Procedures
Year
2024
Pages
42
File size
1018 KB
Publisher
aeroclubcastellon.com

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Engine (hp)
110
Max speed (kt)
149
Fuel capacity (gal)
26

Performance

Max crosswind (kt)
12
Best glide speed (kt)
60
Stall speed clean (kt)
48
Stall speed landing (kt)
35

V-speeds

VA
104
VR
50
VX
61
VY
67
VFE
85
VNE
149
VNO
111
VS1
48
VSO
35
How rare is it?
2,927Cessna 152 registered worldwide · 2,204 active

Common. One of the most common aircraft types we track.

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General Information

This section provides essential contact numbers for aerodromes and emergency services relevant to the operation of the Cessna 152 II. It serves as a quick reference for pilots needing immediate assistance or information.

Speeds for Safe Operation

This section outlines critical airspeeds for the Cessna 152 II, including VNE (Never Exceed Speed) at 149 KIAS, VA (Design Maneuvering Speed) at 104 KIAS, and stall speeds (VS) at 48 KIAS clean configuration and 35 KIAS with flaps extended.

Performance Presetting Table

This section summarizes the performance settings required for various phases of flight, including takeoff, climb, cruise, and landing, ensuring pilots can optimize their aircraft's performance.

Normal Procedures Checklists

This section contains detailed checklists for preflight, engine start, taxi, takeoff, and landing procedures, ensuring that pilots follow standardized protocols for safe operations.

Emergency Procedures Checklists

This section provides critical procedures for handling engine failures, forced landings, and other emergencies, including recommended airspeeds for various emergency scenarios.

Safety notes

  • Always check fuel quality before flight; draining is obligatory before first flight of the day and after each refueling.
  • Treat the propeller as if the ignition switch were on when turning on the master switch or pulling the propeller through by hand.

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TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK A E R O C L U B D E C A S T E L L Ó N D T O - 0 1 2 SP-WBL This Quick Reference Handbook is intended to be used only during flight training in Textron/Cessna 152 II with registration number SP-WBL and only when operated as DTO AEROCLUB DE CASTELLÓN. The following QRH was approved by the Head of Training of DTO Aeroclub de Castellón 25-03-2024 Date HT Signature Saúl Sellés López NOTE THIS DOCUMENT BELONGS TO THE EQUIPMENT OF THE AIRCRAFT IN WHICH IT IS CURRENTLY INCLUDED. IT IS FORBIDDEN TO TAKE QRH OUTSIDE THE AIRPLANE. IF IN DOUBT, REFER TO THE AFM (ON BOARD) OR SOP. QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 7 .............................................. 2 SPEEDS FOR SAFE OPERATION 8 .................................. 3 PERFORMANCE PRESETTING TABLE 9 ......................... 4 APPROACH SPEEDS 9 ....................................................... 5 LIMITATIONS 10 ................................................................... 6 TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE 12 ........................................... 7 LANDING PEROFRMANCE 13 ........................................... 8 CRUISE PERFORMANCE 14 .............................................. 9 PERFORMANCE CORRECTIONS 16 ................................ 10 NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS 17 ...................... Preflight checklist 17 .................................................... Cockpit 17 ............................................................ Empennage 17 .................................................... Right wing 18 ...................................................... Nose 18 ................................................................ Left wing 19 ......................................................... Before starting engine 20 .......................................... Starting engine 20 ....................................................... Flooded start 21 ............................................................ After start 21 .................................................................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 3 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Taxi 21 ............................................................................. Before takeoff 22 ......................................................... Lineup 23 ....................................................................... Rolling checks 23 ......................................................... After takeoff 24 ............................................................ Enroute climb 24 .......................................................... Cruise 24 ....................................................................... Descent 25 .................................................................... Before landing 25 ........................................................ Final 26 .......................................................................... Balked landing 26 ........................................................ After landing 26 ........................................................... Securing airplane 27 ................................................... 11 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS 28 .............. 11.1 Airspeeds for emergency operations 11.2 Engine failures Engine failure during take off roll 28 .................. Engine failure immediately after take off 29 ..... Engine failure during flight (restart) 29 .............. 11.3 Forced landings Emergency landing without engine power 30 . page of 4 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Precautionary landing with engine power 30 .. Ditching 31 ............................................................... 11.4 Fires During start on ground 32 .................................... Engine fire in flight 33 ........................................... Electrical fire in flight 33 ....................................... Cabin fire 34 ............................................................ Wing fire 34 ............................................................. 12 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS 35 ................ Icing 35 .................................................................... Landing with a flat main tyre 35 .......................... Landing without elevator control 36 .................. 12.1 Rough engine operation or loss of power Carburetor icing 36 ................................................ Spark plug fouling 36 ............................................ Magneto malfunction 37 ....................................... Low oil pressure 37 ................................................ 12.2 Electrical power supply system malfunctions Ammeter excessive rate of charge 38 ............... Low-voltage light illuminates in flight 38 ........... 13 OPERATIONAL INFORMATION 39 ................................... ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 5 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK —- 13.1 Light signals 39 ............................................................ 13.2 Interception procedures 40 ....................................... page of 6 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 1. GENERAL INFORMATION PHONE NUMBERS ARO VALENCIA 961 598 539 / 961 598 538 AERODROMES LECH OPS 964 578 600 LEVC OPS 961 598 500 LECN TWR 964 282 314 ADMON 964 283 521 DTO HT 667 775 969 SAR / EMERGENCY 112 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 7 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 2. SPEEDS FOR SAFE OPERATION —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK —- SPEED (KIAS) DESCRIPTION VNE 149 Never Exceed Speed VA 104 Design Maneuvering Speed VNO 111 Normal Operating Speed VFE 85 Flaps Extended Speed (all settings) - 143 Maximum Window Open Speed

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V Y 67 Best Rate of Climb Speed, clean configuration VX 61 Best Angle of Climb Speed, clean configuration VX (FE) 54 Best Angle of Climb Speed, take-off configuration VS 48 Stall Speed, clean configuration VS0 35 Stall Speed (Flaps extended) VBG 60 Best Glide Speed VAT 55-65 Touchdown Speed (Flaps 30°) VR 50 Rotation Speed (for TO flaps) page of 8 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 z of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 3. PERFORMANCE PRESETTING TABLE 4. APPROACH SPEEDS PHASE OF FLIGHT CONFIG. IAS kt RPM Take-off Flaps 10° 50 max. Climb at VY Flaps UP 67 2400 Climb at VX Flaps UP 61 2400 Cruise CLEAN POH POH Descent CLEAN as required as required Landing Flaps 30° 55-60 as required FLAPS APPROACH SPEED THRESHOLD SPEED 30° 60 55 Standard short- field config. 20° 65 60 Standard landing config. 10° 70 65 Non-standard configuration. 0º 75 70 Clean configuration ver. 1, rev. 0 of 15.07.2022 page of 9 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 5. LIMITATIONS * - operational limit set by Aeroclub de Castellón; ** - refers to baggage section number; refer to POH. ENGINE Maximum power 110 BHP Maximum engine speed 2550 RPM OIL Minimum pressure 25 psi Maximum pressure 100 psi ALLOWABLE TEMPERATURE RANGE OAT minimum -25 ºC OAT maximum +35 ºC (*) POWER PLANT ITEM MIN NORM MAX Tachometer - 1900 - 2550 RPM 2550 RPM Oil temp. - 100-245 ºF 245 ºF Oil pressure 25 PSI 60 - 90 PSI 100 PSI WEIGHT LIMITS MTOW and MLW 757 kgs Baggage Compartment Load 54 kgs (1**) / 18 kgs (2**) page of 10 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK —- WIND Max. crosswind component 12 kts Max. tailwind component 10 kts FUEL Type AVGAS 100 LL, AVGAS 100, UL91, MOGAS (ASTM D910) Number of tanks 2 Total capacity 98.4 L (26 US GAL) Total capacity each tank 49.2 L (13 US GAL) Total unusable fuel 5.7 L (1.5 US GAL) Total usable fuel 92.7 L (24.5 US GAL) OIL Type AeroShell Oil W 15W-50 Minimum oil quantity 4 QT Maximum oil quantity 6 QT ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 11 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 6. TAKE-OFF PERFORMANCE WEIGHT: 757 kg (MTOW) SHORT FIELD TECHNIQUE Flaps 10º; Full THR prior to break release; Paved, lvl and dry rwy; Zero wind Press. alt. [ft] Required distance Temperature 0ºC 10ºC 20ºC 30ºC 40ºC S.L. TOR 195 m 212 m 230 m 247 m 267 m TOD 363 m 393 m 423 m 456 m 489 m 1000 TOR 215 m 233 m 252 m 271 m 293 m TOD 399 m 433 m 466 m 501 m 539 m 2000 TOR 236 m 256 m 277 m 299 m 322 m TOD 440 m 477 m 515 m 555 m 597 m 3000 TOR 261 m 282 m 305 m 329 m 355 m TOD 488 m 527 m 570 m 616 m 666 m 4000 TOR 287 m 311 m 335 m 363 m 392 m TOD 541 m 585 m 634 m 686 m 744 m 5000 TOR 317 m 343 m 370 m 401 m 433 m TOD 600 m 652 m 701 m 770 m 838 m 6000 TOR 349 m 379 m 410 m 443 m 479 m TOD 671 m 730 m 796 m 870 m 953 m 7000 TOR 387 m 419 m 454 m 492 m 532 m TOD 753 m 824 m 902 m 992 m 1094 m 8000 TOR 428 m 465 m 504 m 547 m 591 m TOD 853 m 939 m 1035 m 1148 m 1279 m page of 12 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 z of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 7. LANDING PERFORMANCE WEIGHT: 757 kg (MTOW) SHORT FIELD TECHNIQUE Flaps 30º; Power off; Maximum brakes; Paved, lvl and dry rwy; Zero wind Press. alt. [ft] Required distance Temperature 0ºC 10ºC 20ºC 30ºC 40ºC S.L. LRR 137 m 142 m 148 m 152 m 157 m LDR 354 m 361 m 370 m 378 m 386 m 1000 LRR 142 m 148 m 152 m 158 m 163 m LDR 361 m 370 m 378 m 387 m 395 m 2000 LRR 148 m 152 m 158 m 163 m 169 m LDR 370 m 378 m 387 m 396 m 405 m 3000 LRR 152 m 158 m 165 m 171 m 175 m LDR 378 m 389 m 398 m 407 m 415 m 4000 LRR 158 m 165 m 171 m 177 m 183 m LDR 389 m 398 m 407 m 418 m 427 m 5000 LRR 165 m 171 m 177 m 183 m 189 m LDR 398 m 407 m 418 m 427 m 437 m 6000 LRR 171 m 177 m 184 m 191 m 197 m LDR 408 m 418 m 430 m 439 m 450 m 7000 LRR 178 m 184 m 191 m 198 m 204 m LDR 419 m 430 m 439 m 451 m 462 m 8000 LRR 184 m 192 m 198 m 206 m 212 m LDR 430 m 442 m 451 m 463 m 474 m ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 13 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 8. CRUISE PERFORMANCE WEIGHT: 757 kg STANDARD TEMP. (ISA) Pressure altitude [ft] RPM %BHP TAS (kt) * FF (LPH) 2000 ft 2400 77 100 23.9 2300 69 95 21.6 2200 62 90 19.3 2100 55 85 17.8 2000 48 79 16.3 4000 ft 2450 78 102 24.2 2400 74 99 22.7 2300 66 95 20.8 2200 59 89 18.5 2100 52 84 17.0 6000 ft 2500 78 104 24.2 2400 70 99 22.0 2300 63 94 19.7 2200 56 88 17.8 2100 49 82 16.7 page of 14 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL * - For fuel planning purposes, always assume the fuel consumption of min. 26 LPH (refer to OM). 8000 ft 2550 78 106 24.2 2500 74 103 23.1 2400 67 98 20.9 2300 60 93 18.9 2200 53 87 17.4 10000 ft 2500 71 103 22.0 2400 63 97 20.1 2300 57 92 18.2 2200 51 85 17.1 12000 ft 2450 64 99 20.1 2400 60 96 18.9 2300 54 90 17.4 2200 48 82 16.7 WEIGHT: 757 kg STANDARD TEMP. (ISA) Pressure altitude [ft] RPM %BHP TAS (kt) * FF (LPH) ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 15 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 9. PERFORMANCE CORRECTIONS —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK — APPLY FOR TAKEOFF Prior to takeoff from fields above 3000 feet elevation, the mixture should be leaned to give maximum RPM in a full throttle, static run-up. RUNWAY Dry, grass runway +15% WIND CORRECTIONS Headwind -10% per 9kt Tailwind +10% per 2kt (max. 10 kt) APPLY FOR LANDING RUNWAY Dry, grass runway +45% of LRR CONFIGURATION Landing with flaps up +35% of LRR and LDR WIND CORRECTIONS Headwind -10% per 9kt Tailwind +10% per 2kt (max. 10 kt) page of 16 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 10. NORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS COCKPIT EMPENNAGE Documents (AFM, MS, CRS etc.) ON BOARD ................................... Parking brake SET .............................................................................. Ignition switch OFF .............................................................................. Master switch ON ................................................................................ When turning on the master switch, using an external power source, or pulling the propeller through by hand, treat the propeller as if the ignition switch were on. Do not stand, nor allow anyone else to stand, within the arc of the propeller, since a loose or broken wire, or a component malfunction, could cause the propeller to rotate. Fuel quantity indicators CHECK QUANTITY ....................................... Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Fuel shutoff valve ON .......................................................................... Rudder gust lock REMOVE ................................................................. Tail tie-down DISCONNECT ................................................................ Control surfaces CHECK FREEDOM OF ............................................ MOVEMENT & SECURITY ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 17 42 PREFLIGHT CHECKLIST QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL RIGHT WING NOSE Aileron CHECK FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT & SECURITY .............. Wing tie-down DISCONNECT ............................................................. Main wheel tyre CHECK PROPER INFLATION .................................. Fuel drain CHECK QUALITY ............................................................... Fuel quantity CHECK VISUALLY ........................................................ Fuel filler cap SECURE ....................................................................... When draining fuel check for water, sediments and proper fuel quality as well as fuel grade. Draining is obligatory before first flight of a day and after each refueling. If water is observed, take further samples until there is no evidence of water contaminations. Refer to the AIRCREAFT FLIGHT MANUAL and consult DTO's HT. Engine oil level CHECK NOT LESS THAN 4 QT ................................ Fuel stainer DRAINED and CHECK CLOSED .................................... Propeller and spinner CHECK FOR NICKS & SECURITY .................. Engine cooling air inlets and oil cooler CLEAR OF ............................. OBSTRUCTIONS Carburetor air filter CHECK FOR RESTRICTIONS ............................. Landing light CHECK CONDITION AND CLEANLINESS ................... Nose wheel strut & tyre CHECK PROPER INFLATION ...................... Nose tie-down DISCONNECT ............................................................. Static source opening CHECK FOR STOPPAGE ............................... page of 18 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL LEFT WING —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK — Main wheel tyre CHECK PROPER INFLATION .................................. Fuel drain CHECK QUALITY ............................................................... Fuel quantity CHECK VISUALLY ........................................................ Fuel filler cap SECURE ....................................................................... Pitot tube cover REMOVE & CHECK FOR STOPPAGE ..................... Stall warning opening CHECK ............................................................. Fuel tank vent opening CHECK FOR STOPPAGE ............................. Wing tie-down DISCONNECT ............................................................. Aileron CHECK FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT & SECURITY .............. When you have any doubts during the pre-flight walk around or you found any faults, cracks, nicks, leakages or any other defects that in your opinion could adversely affect the safety of the flight, do not attempt to fly and refrain until your doubts are clarified. Contact with DTO's HT or ADMIINISTRATION and report the failure. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 19 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Pre-flight inspection COMPLETE ........................................................ Flight authorization (OFP) COMPLETED & SIGNED .......................... Passenger briefing COMPLETE .......................................................... ATC clearance & start-up (if required) RECEIVED .............................. Seats, seat belts, shoulder harnesses ADJUST and LOCK ................ Brakes TEST and SET ........................................................................ Circuit breakers CHECK IN ................................................................. Radios and electrical equipment OFF ................................................. Beacon & NAV lights ON ..................................................................... Fuel shutoff valve ON .......................................................................... Prime AS REQUIRED (3 for cold, 1 or none for hot) .......................... Carburetor heat COLD ........................................................................ Throttle OPEN ½ INCH (CLOSED if engine is warm) ......................... Mixture RICH ....................................................................................... Propeller area CLEAR ......................................................................... Master switch ON ................................................................................ Ignition switch START (release when engine starts) ........................... Throttle ADJUST for 1000 RPM ......................................................... Oil pressure CHECK ........................................................................... page of 20 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE STARTING ENGINE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Mixture CUT OFF ................................................................................ Throttle FULL OPEN ............................................................................ Starter CRANK ENGINE THROUGH .................................................. SEVERAL REVOLUTIONS Repeat staring procedure without any additional priming. Avionic master ON ............................................................................... Radios and transponder ON / SET / CHECKED ................................. Flaps RETRACTED ............................................................................. Mixture RICH (lean at or above 3000’) ................................................ LDG light ON ...................................................................................... Brakes CHECKED .............................................................................. Flight instruments CHECKED ............................................................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 21 42 FLOODED START AFTER START TAXI QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Before takeoff checklist can be completed before taxi, but for engine run-up (IN RED ÍTEMS) ensure that oil temperature is in a green range. Parking brake SET .............................................................................. Cabin doors CLOSED and LATCHED ................................................. Flight controls FREE & CORRECT ..................................................... Flight instruments CHECK and SET .................................................... Fuel shutoff valve CKECK ON ............................................................. Mixture RICH (below 3000 feet) .......................................................... Elevator trim SET FOR TAKEOFF ....................................................... Throttle .............................................................................1700 RPM Magnetos ..............................................................................CHECK RPM drop should not exceed 125 RPM on either magneto or 50 RPM differential between magnetos Carburetor heat..........................................CHECK (for RPM drop) Engine instruments and ammeter......................................CHECK Throttle ............................................................CHECK SLOW IDLE Throttle ................................................................RESET 1000 RPM Throttle friction lock ADJUSTED ......................................................... Radios, naiads and avionics SET / CHECKED ................................... Wing flaps SET FOR TAKEOFF A/R ................................................... Departure briefing COMPLETE ........................................................... Takeoff safety briefing COMPLETE ..................................................... page of 22 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 BEFORE TAKEOFF QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Pitot heat A/R ...................................................................................... Instruments CHECK ALIGNMENT ...................................................... Lights (nav, beacon and ldg lght) ON ................................................. Transponder/trim ALT/TAKEOFF ........................................................ Altimeter WITHIN TOLERANCE ......................................................... Select the take-off technique as required according to POH. Normal takeoff: Wing flaps 0 or 10° ..................................................................... Rotation 50 KIAS ........................................................................ Climb speed 65-75 KIAS ............................................................ Short-field takeoff: Wing flaps 10° ............................................................................ Brakes APPLY ............................................................................ Throttle FULL OPEN ................................................................... Brakes RELEASE ....................................................................... Climb speed 54 KIAS ................................................................. Flaps RETRACT after reaching 60 KIAS .................................... Power STATIC BETWEEN 2280-2380 RPM ...................................... Engine OIL TEMP and PRESSURE GREEN ..................................... Airspeed ALIVE .................................................................................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 23 42 LINE UP ROLLING CHECKS QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Flaps RETRACTED ............................................................................ Power SET .......................................................................................... Temperature and pressure CHECKED ............................................... LDG light OFF ..................................................................................... Mixture A/R ......................................................................................... Airspeed 70 - 80 KIAS ......................................................................... Throttle FULL OPEN ............................................................................ Mixture RICH below 3000 feet ............................................................. LEAN above 3000 feet Power 1900 - 2550 RPM ..................................................................... Elevator trim ADJUST ......................................................................... Mixture LEAN ...................................................................................... Fuel quantity CHECK IN REGULAR INTERVALS ............................... page of 24 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 AFTER TAKEOFF ENROUTE CLIMB CRUISE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Carburetor heat FULL HEAT A/R ......................................................... Power AS DESIRED ............................................................................ Mixture ADJUST .................................................................................. (full rich for idle power) Seats, seat belts, shoulder harnesses ADJUST and LOCK ............... Mixture RICH ...................................................................................... Carburetor heat ON ............................................................................ LDG light ON ...................................................................................... Select the landing technique as required according to POH. Normal landing: Wing flaps AS DESIRED ............................................................ Approach speed 60-70 KIAS ...................................................... Short-field landing: Wing flaps 30° ............................................................................ Approach speed 55 KIAS ........................................................... Brakes APPLY HEAVILY ............................................................. Wing flaps RETRACT ................................................................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 25 42 DESCENT BEFORE LANDING QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Pitch & trim A/R .................................................................................. Flaps A/R ............................................................................................ Carburetor heat COLD ........................................................................ Clearance (if controlled aerodrome) OBTAINED ................................ Throttle FULL OPEN ........................................................................... Carburetor heat COLD ........................................................................ Wing flaps RETRACT TO 20° ............................................................. Airspeed 55 KIAS ............................................................................... Wing flaps RETRACT (ONE STAGE AT A TIME) ............................... Carburetor heat COLD ........................................................................ Wing flaps UP ...................................................................................... Transponder STBY .............................................................................. Trim NEUTRAL .................................................................................... page of 26 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 FINAL BALKED LANDING AFTER LANDING QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK — Throttle 1000 RPM .............................................................................. Parking brake SET .............................................................................. LDG & NAV lights OFF ........................................................................ Radios and transponder OFF .............................................................. Avionics master OFF ........................................................................... Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF (pull full out) ................................................... Ignition switch OFF ONCE ENGINE STOPPED ................................. & KEYS REMOVED Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Engine hours NOTIFY ......................................................................... Control lock INSTALL .......................................................................... Pitot cover and wheel chocks INSTALL ............................................... Tie down SECURE (if necessary) ........................................................ ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 27 42 SECURING AIRPLANE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 11. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS 11.1. AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATION 11.2. ENGINE FAILURES Engine failure after take off 60 KIAS ..................................... Manoeuvring speed at 1670 lbs (757 kgs) 104 KIAS ............ 1500 lbs (680 kgs) 98 KIAS ........................................... 1350 lbs (612 kgs) 93 KIAS ........................................... Maximum glide 60 KIAS .......................................................... Precautionary landing with engine power 55 KIAS ............. Landing without engine power 65 KIAS (flaps up) ................ 60 KIAS (flaps down) Throttle IDLE ....................................................................................... Brakes APPLY .................................................................................... Wing flaps RETRACT ......................................................................... Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF ...................................................................... Ignition switch OFF ............................................................................. Master switch OFF .............................................................................. page of 28 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKE OFF ROLL QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK — Airspeed 60 KIAS ............................................................................... Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF ...................................................................... Fuel shutoff valve OFF ....................................................................... Ignition switch OFF ............................................................................. Wing flaps A/R .................................................................................... Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Airspeed 60 KIAS ................................................................................ Carburetor heat ON ............................................................................. Primer IN and LOCKED ....................................................................... Fuel shutoff valve ON .......................................................................... Mixture RICH ....................................................................................... Ignition switch BOTH (or start if propeller stopped) ............................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 29 42 ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKE OFF ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT (RESTART) QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 11.3. FORCED LANDINGS Airspeed 65 KIAS (flaps UP) .............................................................. 60 KIAS (flaps DOWN) Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF ...................................................................... Fuel shutoff valve OFF ....................................................................... Ignition switch OFF ............................................................................. Wing flaps A/R (30° recommended) ................................................... Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Doors UNLATCH PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN ..................................... Touchdown SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW ...................................................... Brakes APPLY HEAVILY ..................................................................... Airspeed 60 KIAS ............................................................................... Wing flaps 10° ..................................................................................... Selected field FLY OVER .................................................................... Note terrain and obstructions, then retract flaps upon reaching a safe altitude and airspeed. Radios and electrical switches OFF ................................................... Wing flaps 30° (on final approach) ...................................................... Airspeed 55 KIAS ............................................................................... page of 30 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Doors UNLATCH PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN ..................................... Touchdown SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW ...................................................... Ignition switch OFF ............................................................................. Brakes APPLY HEAVILY ..................................................................... Radio TRANSMIT MAYDAY ................................................................ on 121.5 MHz, giving location and intentions and set squawk 7700. Heavy objects SECURE or JETTISON ............................................... Approach high winds, heavy seas - INTO THE WIND ........................ light winds, heavy swells - PARALLEL TO SWELLS Wing flaps 30° ..................................................................................... Power ESTABLISH 300 FT/MIN DESCENT AT 55 KIAS .................... Cabin doors UNLATCH ....................................................................... Touchdown LEVEL ATTITUDE AT 300 FT/MIN DESCENT ................. Face CUSHION at touchdown with folded coat ................................... Aeroplane EVACUATE through cabin doors ....................................... If necessary, open windows and flood cabin to equalize pressure so doors can be opened. Life vests and raft INFLATE ................................................................. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 31 42 DITCHING QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 11.4. FIRES Cranking CONTINUE .......................................................................... to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carburetor and into the engine. If engine starts: Power 1700 RPM for a few minutes ................................................... Engine SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage .................................... If engine fails to start: Throttle FULL OPEN ........................................................................... Mixture IDLE CUT OFF ...................................................................... Cranking CONTINUE in an effort to obtain a start .............................. Fire extinguisher OBTAIN ................................................................... Engine SECURE ................................................................................. Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Ignition switch OFF ............................................................................. Fuel shutoff valve OFF ....................................................................... Fire EXTINGUISH ............................................................................... using fire extinguishers, wool blanket, or dirt Fire damage INSPECT ....................................................................... Repair damage or replace damaged components or wiring before conducting another flight. page of 32 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 DURING START ON GROUND QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF ...................................................................... Fuel shutoff valve OFF ....................................................................... Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Cabin heat and air OFF (except wing root vents) ............................... Airspeed 85 KIAS ............................................................................... If fire is not extinguished, increase glide speed to find an airspeed which will provide an incombustible mixture. Forced landing EXECUTE .................................................................. (as described in Emergency Landing Without Engine Power) Master switch OFF .............................................................................. All other switches OFF (except ignition switch) .................................. Vents / cabin air / heat CLOSED ........................................................ Fire extinguisher ACTIVATE ............................................................... WARNING After discharging an extinguisher within a closed cabin, ventilate cabin. If fire appears out and electrical power is necessary for continuation of a flight: Master switch ON ............................................................................... Circuit breakers CHECK for faulty circuit, do not reset ....................... ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 33 42 ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL Radio / electrical switches ON one at a time ...................................... with delay after each until short circuit is localized Vents / cabin air / heat OPEN ............................................................. when it is ascertained that fire is completely extinguished Master switch OFF .............................................................................. Vents / cabin air / heat CLOSED (to avoid drafts) .............................. Fire extinguisher ACTIVATE ............................................................... WARNING After discharging an extinguisher within a closed cabin, ventilate cabin. Land the aeroplane as soon as possible to inspect for damage. Navigation light switch OFF ................................................................ Pitot heat switch OFF ......................................................................... Perform a side slip to keep the flames away from the fuel tank and cabin, and land as soon as possible, with flaps retracted. page of 34 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 CABIN FIRE WING FIRE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 12. ABNORMAL PROCEDURES CHECKLISTS Pitot heat switch ON ........................................................................... Turn back or change altitude to obtain an outside air temperature that is less conductive to icing. Cabin heat control FULL OUT ............................................................ Throttle OPEN .................................................................................... Watch for signs of carburetor air filter ice and apply carburetor heat as required. Plan landing at nearest airport. With rapid ice built-up, select a suitable „off airport” landing site. Mixture LEAN FOR MAX RPM ........................................................... Wing flaps RETRACTED .................................................................... Left window OPEN .............................................................................. and scrap ice from windshield if practical. Land approach using forward slip for improved visibility. Approach at 65 to 75 KIAS depending on amount of ice accumulation. Perform a landing in level attitude. Wing flaps AS DESIRED ..................................................................... Approach NORMAL ............................................................................. Touchdown GOOD TYRE FIRST ........................................................ hold aeroplane off flat tyre as long as possible with aileron control. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 35 42 ICING LANDING WITH A FLAT MAIN TYRE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 12.1. ROUGH ENGINE OPERATION OR LOSS OF POWER Trim SET .............................................................................................. Airspeed 55 KIAS ................................................................................ Flaps 20° ............................................................................................. Power ADJUST ................................................................................... use to control glide angle, do not change elevator trim control Throttle FULL ....................................................................................... Carburetor heat knob PULL FULL OUT .............................................. Mixture LEAN for max RPM/as desired ............................................... NOTE If conditions require the continued use of carburetor heat in cruise flight, use the minimum amount of heat necessary to prevent ice from forming. Ignition switch TURN from BOTH to L or R ......................................... Mixture LEAN FOR CRUISE ............................................................... If the problem persists: Mixture RICH ....................................................................................... page of 36 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 LANDING WITHOUT ELEVATOR CONTROL CARBURETOR ICING SPARK PLUG FOULING QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL —- INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK — If this does not solve the problem, land at the nearest airport for repairs using the BOTH position of the ignition switch unless extreme roughness dictates the use of a single ignition position. Ignition switch TURN from BOTH to L or R ......................................... Mixture RICH ....................................................................................... Land at nearest airport. Oil pressure gauge CHECK ................................................................. If oil temperature rises, engine failure may be imminent. Power REDUCE .................................................................................. Land immediately. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 37 42 MAGNETO MULFUNCTION LOW OIL PRESSURE QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 12.2. ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS Alternator OFF ..................................................................................... Alternator circuit breaker PULL ........................................................... Nonessential electrical equipment OFF ............................................... Flight TERMINATE as soon as practical ............................................. Ammeter indicates discharge Radios OFF ......................................................................................... Alternator circuit breaker CHECK IN ................................................... Master switch OFF (both sides) ........................................................... Master switch ON ................................................................................ Low-Voltage light CHECK OFF ........................................................... Radios ON ........................................................................................... If low-voltage light illuminates again: Alternator OFF ..................................................................................... Nonessential electrical equipment OFF ............................................... Flight TERMINATE as soon as practical ............................................. page of 38 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 AMMETER EXCESSIVE RATE OF CHARGE LOW-VOLTAGE LIGHT ILLUMINATES IN FLIGHT QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 13. OPERATIONAL INFORMATION 13.1. LIGHT SIGNALS SIGNAL A/C in FLIGHT A/C on GROUND Land at this airport and proceed to apron (This is not a clearance to either land or taxi. Clearances to land and taxi will follow). Return to starting point on airport Cleared to land Cleared for takeoff Return for landing Cleared to taxi Give way to other aircraft and continue circling STOP Airport unsafe, do not land Taxi clear of the runway Exercise extreme caution Exercise extreme caution Flashing GREEN Flashing WHITE Steady GREEN Steady RED Alternating RED&GREEN Flashing RED ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 39 42 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL 13.2. INTERCEPTION PROCEDURES INTERCEPTING AIRCRAFT SIGNALS Intercepting Aircraft Signal Meaning Intercepted Aircraft Response Meaning Rocks wings; after acknowledgement initiates a slow level turn, typically to the left, into the desired heading. You have been intercepted Rocks wings, follows intercepting aircraft's lead. I understand and will comply. Night operations = flashing of navigation lights. Night = flash navigation lights. Performs an abrupt breakaway maneuver with a climbing 90 degree turn without crossing the intercepted aircraft’s flight path. You may proceed Rocks wings I understand and will comply Circles airport, lowers landing gear, and files over runway in the direction of landing. Land at this airport Lowers landing gear, follows intercepting aircraft and lands if runway is safe I understand and will comply Night = additionally turns on landing lights Night = turn on landing light page of 40 42 ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOK TEXTRON/CESSNA 152 II SP-WBL INTERCEPTED AIRCRAFT SIGNALS Intercepted Aircraft Signal Meaning Intercepting Aircraft Response Meaning Raises landing gear while flying over runway between 1000’ and 2000’ and continues to circle airport. This airport is inadequate If the intercepted aircraft is required to go to an alternate airport, intercepting aircraft will raise landing gear and use intercept procedures. Understood, follow me. Night operations = intercepted aircraft will flash landing lights while passing over runway. To release the intercepted aircraft, the intercepting aircraft will perform a breakaway maneuver. Understood, you may proceed. Pilot switches all available lights on and off at regular intervals. Cannot comply. Performs breakaway maneuver. Understood. Pilot switches all available lights on and off at irregular intervals. In distress. Performs breakaway maneuver. Understood. ver. 1, rev. 0 of 25.03.2024 page of 41 42 DTO Aeroclub de Castellón Aeroclub de Castellón Camino La Plana S/N 12100 Castellón admon.lecn@gmail.com info@aeroclubcastellon.com www.aeroclubcastellon.com

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TCDS 3A19Rev 40· Issued 1997
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