CESSNA 152 NORMAL & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLIST
Cessna 152 Aerobat · Checklist
Overview
This document is a checklist for the Cessna 152, specifically designed to assist pilots in following normal and emergency procedures during flight operations. It is organized by phases of flight and includes critical checks that must be performed before, during, and after flight. The checklist emphasizes the importance of verifying information against the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) and is structured to enhance safety and efficiency in flight operations. It covers various operational parameters, pre-flight inspections, engine start procedures, and emergency protocols, ensuring that pilots are well-prepared for both routine and unexpected situations.
- Initial climb speed: 65 KTS
- Maximum takeoff weight: 1670 lbs
- Best climb rate (VY): 67 KTS
- Pre-flight inspection includes checking fuel quantity and control surfaces
- In case of engine failure, glide speed is 65 KTS and suitable landing site must be selected
Document
Source
Originally published by ulsterflyingclub.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Checklist
- Year
- 2021
- Pages
- 20
- File size
- 2.1 MB
- Publisher
- ulsterflyingclub.com
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- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Parameters for Normal Operation
This section outlines the operational parameters for the Cessna 152, including maximum weights and indicated airspeeds for various phases of flight. For takeoff, the initial climb speed is 65 KTS, with a ramp weight of 1675 lbs and a takeoff/landing weight of 1670 lbs. The best climb rate (VY) is 67 KTS, and the best glide speed is 65 KTS. The maximum demonstrated crosswind velocity is 12 KTS.
Pre-Flight Inspection Internal
The internal pre-flight inspection checklist includes critical checks such as ensuring the parking brake is set, control wheel lock is removed, and the ignition switch is off. Pilots must check fuel quantity indicators, elevator trim, and ensure the master switch is on before proceeding with external checks.
Starting Engine
To start the engine, the pilot must ensure the propeller area is clear, open the throttle approximately ¼ inch, and set the mixture to rich. The master switch should be on, and the ignition switch should be turned to start. If the engine is flooded, specific procedures must be followed to restart.
Engine Failure During Flight
In the event of an engine failure during flight, the pilot should maintain a best glide speed of 65 KTS and select a suitable landing site. The fuel selector valve should be on, and carburettor heat should be set to hot. If the engine fails to respond, the mixture should be set to idle cut-off, and the fuel selector valve should be turned off.
Emergency Procedures
The checklist includes detailed emergency procedures for various scenarios, such as engine fire in flight, alternator failure, and electrical fires. Each procedure outlines specific actions to take, including communication protocols and equipment checks.
Safety notes
- Always verify checklist information against the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) before use.
- Ensure the propeller area is clear before starting the engine.
- In case of an engine fire, evacuate the aircraft with the fire extinguisher in an upwind direction.
Full document text
UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 1 / 20 CESSNA 152 NORMAL & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECKLIST 2021 EDITION Page 2 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist ABOUT THIS CHECKLIST PLEASE READ BEFORE USE! This checklist was compiled with reference to the Cessna 152 POH (pilot's operating handbook) and is not authoritative. It remains the pilot's responsibility to check/verify the information against the POH as well as to study the relevant procedures and familiarise themselves with the checklist before use. The REV (revision) date (bottom of page) is given in YYMMDD format; figures and charts were effective as of that date and may have changed since. Checklists are organised by phase of flight and should be used methodically; checklists only cross pages where clearly indicated by a header reading "CONTINUED" and are colour coded as follows: Grey/white (normal) items are to be checked/executed at all times. Blue checklists are memory items or procedures to be recalled in flight. Red checklists are for emergency and abnormal procedures, both in flight and on the ground. INDENTED sections of any colour are conditional depending on situation (e.g. "if engine cold"). ALWAYS AVIATE – NAVIGATE – COMMUNICATE CONTACTS Ulster Flying Club Belfast City ATC Aldergrove ATC 02891 813 327 02890 454 871 02894 484 281 Enniskillen Belfast City Radar Aldergrove ATIS 02866 329 000 02890 935 125 02894 484 294 Eglinton Belfast City ATIS MetOffice 02871 810 784 02890 935 124 02894 422 339 CHANGES Previous: REV200925 Formatting, "about" section, contacts, engine start (slipstream), pre-takeoff checks, taxi checklist amplified, chart update UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 3 / 20 PARAMETERS FOR NORMAL OPERATION The following figures are based on the pilot's operating handbook and it is the pilot's responsibility to verify the information before use. Indicated airspeeds in knots are based on the maximum takeoff/landing weight of 1670 lbs and may be used for any lower weight. TAKEOFF MAXIMUM WEIGHTS Initial Climb 65 KTS Ramp 1675 lbs Short Field (Flaps 10°) 54 KTS Takeoff/Landing 1670 lbs CLIMB Baggage Comp. 120 lbs Normal (Enroute) 75 KTS FUEL (STANDARD) Best Climb Rate (VY) 67 KTS Total 26.0 gal Best Climb Angle (VX) 55 KTS Usable 24.5 gal LANDING APPROACH Unusable 1.5 gal Normal (Flaps 30°) 60 KTS FUEL (LONG RANGE, G-UFCN) Normal (Flaps 20°) 65 KTS Total 39.0 gal Flaps Up 65 KTS Usable 37.5 gal Short Field (Flaps 30°) 54 KTS Unusable 1.5 gal Best Glide (Flaps Up) 65 KTS OIL GO AROUND Minimum 4 qts Max. Power (Flaps 20°) 55 KTS Capacity 6 qts CROSSWIND VELOCITY Max. Demonstrated 12 KTS REQUIRED DOCUMENTS L Licence & Medical M Maintenance Release Certificate R Radio Licence I Interception Procedures A Airworthiness Certificate* O Operating Handbook I Insurance Certificate R Registration Certificate* W Weight & Balance * Originals of these documents must be carried on flights landing at aerodromes outside the Belfast airspace boundary; the original POH must be carried at all times. Page 4 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION INTERNAL Aircraft Position ................................................................ CHECK OBSTRUCTIONS Parking Brake .................................................................... SET Control Wheel Lock ....................................................... REMOVE AND STOW Control Wheel ................................................................... FULL & FREE, CORRECT SENSE Ignition Switch ................................................................. OFF, KEY REMOVED Instruments ....................................................................... CHECK Radio & Avionics .............................................................. OFF Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ ON Elevator Trim ..................................................................... CHECK, SET NEUTRAL Master Switch ................................................................... ON Fuel Quantity Indicators .............................................. CHECK QUANTITIES Anti-Collision Beacon ................................................... ON, CHECK OPERATING Flaps ...................................................................................... EXTEND Pitot Heat ............................................................................ ON (30 SEC), OFF Master Switch ................................................................... OFF First Aid Pack .................................................................... CHECK Fire Extinguisher ............................................................. CHECK PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION EXTERNAL PORT WING Pitot Tube ........................................................... WARM, UNOBSTRUCTED Flap ........................................................................ CHECK (TRACKS & LINKAGE) Aileron .................................................................. CHECK (HINGES, LINKAGE, FULL FREE MOVEMENT) Wing & Control Surface ............................... UNDAMAGED Navigation Light & Fairing .......................... UNDAMAGED Stall Warning Opening .................................. CHECK OPERATION Fuel Tank Vent ................................................. UNOBSTRUCTED Fuel Drain Valve ............................................... CHECK Fuel Quantity ..................................................... CHECK WITH DIPSTICK Fuel Filler Cap .................................................. SECURE Undercarriage ................................................... CHECK (STRUT, BRAKES, NO HYDRAULIC LEAK) Tyre ........................................................................ CHECK (UNDAMAGED, INFLATED, CREEP MARK ALIGNMENT) UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 5 / 20 PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION EXTERNAL (CONTINUED) NOSE Static Source .................................................... UNOBSTRUCTED
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Tyre ........................................................................ CHECK (UNDAMAGED, INFLATED, CREEP MARK ALIGNMENT) Nose Wheel Strut ............................................ CHECK (OLEO EXTENSION 2"-3", TORQUE LINK SECURE) Landing & Taxi Lights .................................... CHECK (CONDITION & CLEAN) Air Filter ............................................................... UNOBSTRUCTED Engine Cooling Inlets .................................... UNOBSTRUCTED Alternator Drive Belt ..................................... SECURE Propeller & Spinner ........................................ CHECK (UNDAMAGED, SPINNER SECURE) Fuel Strainer Drain Valve ............................ CHECK Engine Oil ............................................................ CHECK (MIN 4 QUARTS, EXTENDED FLIGHT 6 QUARTS) Oil Filler Cap ...................................................... SECURE Windscreen ........................................................ CLEAN STARBOARD WING Fuel Quantity ..................................................... CHECK WITH DIPSTICK Fuel Filler Cap .................................................. SECURE Fuel Drain Valve ............................................... CHECK Wing & Control Surfaces ............................. UNDAMAGED Navigation Light & Fairing .......................... UNDAMAGED Aileron .................................................................. CHECK Flap ........................................................................ CHECK (TRACKS & LINKAGE) Undercarriage ................................................... CHECK (STRUT, BRAKES, NO HYDRAULIC LEAK) Tyre ........................................................................ CHECK (UNDAMAGED, INFLATED, CREEP MARK ALIGNMENT) FUSELAGE & TAIL Antennas ............................................................. CHECK SECURITY Tailplane & Elevator ...................................... CHECK (HINGES & LINKAGE, FULL FREE MOVEMENT) Trim Tab ............................................................... CHECK NEUTRAL Rudder & Fin ...................................................... CHECK (GUST LOCK REMOVED, HINGES & LINKAGE, FULL FREE MOVEMENT) Navigation Light .............................................. UNDAMAGED Page 6 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist PRE ENGINE START Aircraft Documentation ............................................... CHECKED Flight Authorisation ....................................................... COMPLETED Weight & Balance ........................................................... WITHIN LIMITS Pre-Flight Inspection .................................................... COMPLETED Passenger Briefing ......................................................... COMPLETED (EXITS, SEATS & BELTS, FIRST AID KIT, EXTINGUISHER, LIFE JACKETS) Seats & Belts ..................................................................... ADJUSTED & SECURE Cabin Doors ........................................................................ CLOSED & LOCKED Parking Brake ................................................................... SET Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ ON Circuit Breakers ............................................................... IN Radios & Avionics ............................................................ OFF STARTING ENGINE CHECK BEHIND THE AIRCRAFT - MINIMISE PROPELLER SLIPSTREAM! Throttle ................................................................................ OPEN ¼ INCH (~5 MM) Mixture ................................................................................... RICH Master Switch ................................................................... ON Anti-Collision Beacon .................................................... ON Navigation Lights (Night) ............................................ ON Primer ................................................................................... OPERATE AS REQUIRED (0 HOT / 1-2 WARM / 3-4 COLD) Propeller Area ................................................................... CLEAR (CALL) Ignition Switch ................................................................. START (RELEASE WHEN ENGINE FIRES) FLOODED ENGINE Mixture .................................................................................. IDLE Throttle ................................................................................. OPEN HALF-FULL Ignition Switch .................................................................. START (RELEASE WHEN ENGINE FIRES) Mixture .................................................................................. RICH (WHEN ENGINE FIRES) Throttle ................................................................................. RETARD (1200 RPM) UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 7 / 20 AFTER ENGINE START RPM ........................................................................................ SET 1200 Starter Warning Light ................................................... EXTINGUISHED Oil Pressure ....................................................................... CHECK Suction ................................................................................. WITHIN LIMITS Ammeter ............................................................................. WITHIN LIMITS Low Voltage Warning Light ........................................ EXTINGUISHED Magnetos ............................................................................ CHECK FOR LIVE MAG Flaps ...................................................................................... UP (CHECK SYMMETRY) Radios & Avionics ............................................................ ON & SET Radio ..................................................................................... OBTAIN AIRFIELD INFORMATION Flight Instruments ......................................................... CHECK & SET Taxi Light (Night) ............................................................. ON AS REQUIRED TAXI Lookout ................................................................................ CHECK ALL AROUND Throttle ................................................................................ CLOSE Brakes ................................................................................... RELEASE & CHECK Throttle ................................................................................ AS REQUIRED Rudder .................................................................................. CHECK FULL & FREE Instruments/ADF ............................................................ CHECK CORRECT SENSE ENGINE POWER CHECK Location ............................................................................... AREA CLEAR, INTO WIND Parking Brake ................................................................... SET ENSURE ENGINE WARM-UP PERIOD RPM ........................................................................................ SET 1700 Engine Temperature & Pressure ............................. WITHIN OPERATING LIMITS Carburettor Heat ............................................................. OPERATE, SET COLD (CHECK FOR RPM DROP) Magnetos ............................................................................ LEFT-BOTH-RIGHT-BOTH (MAX DROP 125 RPM, MAX DIFFERENCE 50 RPM) Suction ................................................................................. WITHIN LIMITS Ammeter ............................................................................. WITHIN LIMITS Throttle ................................................................................ CLOSE (~600 RPM), SET 1200 RPM (CHECK SMOOTH ACCELERATION) Page 8 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist PRE TAKEOFF Throttle Friction Lock ................................................... ADJUSTED FINGER TIGHT Elevator Trim ..................................................................... SET FOR TAKEOFF Mixture ................................................................................. RICH Carburettor Heat ............................................................. OPERATE, SET COLD Primer ................................................................................... LOCKED Fuel Quantity ..................................................................... SUFFICIENT FOR FLIGHT Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ ON Magnetos ............................................................................ BOTH Flaps ...................................................................................... AS REQUIRED Seats & Belts ..................................................................... SECURE Doors & Windows ............................................................ CLOSED & LOCKED Pitot Heat ............................................................................ AS REQUIRED Instruments & Gauges .................................................. SET & CHECK COM Frequencies ........................................................... SET NAV Frequencies ............................................................. SET Transponder ....................................................................... SET AS REQUIRED Flight Controls ................................................................. FULL & FREE MOVEMENT Strobe Lights ..................................................................... ON (IF FITTED) Landing Lights .................................................................. AS REQUIRED Brakes ................................................................................... OFF Departure Briefing (Normal & Emergency) ........ COMPLETED AFTER TAKEOFF 300 FT Flaps ...................................................................................... UP (300 FT) Engine Instruments ....................................................... CHECK Carburettor Heat ............................................................. CHECK COLD Landing & Taxi Lights .................................................... OFF CRUISE (FREDA) Fuel Quantity ..................................................................... SUFFICIENT Radios ................................................................................... SET & CHECKED Engine Instruments & Mixture .................................. CHECK Carburettor Heat ............................................................. HOT (20 SEC), COLD Direction Indicator ......................................................... CHECK & ALIGN Altimeter ............................................................................. CHECK & SET UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 9 / 20 PRE LANDING BUMPFLITCH Carburettor Heat ............................................................. HOT Brakes ................................................................................... CHECK, PARKING BRAKE OFF Undercarriage ................................................................... FIXED, CHECK Mixture ................................................................................. RICH Primer ................................................................................... LOCKED & SECURE Fuel Quantity ..................................................................... SUFFICIENT Fuel Valve ........................................................................... ON Landing Light .................................................................... ON Instruments ....................................................................... CHECK Temperature & Pressure (Oil) ................................... CHECK Carburettor Heat ............................................................. COLD Harnesses & Doors ......................................................... SECURE & CLOSED AFTER LANDING EXECUTE AS FLOW CHECK AND VERIFY BY CHECKLIST Flaps ...................................................................................... UP Transponder ....................................................................... OFF/STANDBY Taxi Light ............................................................................. AS REQUIRED Landing Light .................................................................... OFF Strobes ................................................................................. OFF (WHEN RUNWAY VACATED) Pitot Heat ............................................................................ OFF SHUTDOWN Parking Brake ................................................................... SET Taxi Light ............................................................................. OFF Radios & Avionics ............................................................ OFF Electrical Equipment (except Beacon) ................ OFF Beacon ................................................................................. CHECK ON Magnetos ............................................................................ CHECK DEAD CUT Throttle ................................................................................ CLOSE Mixture ................................................................................. IDLE CUT OFF Ignition Switch ................................................................. OFF, KEYS OUT Master Switch ................................................................... OFF Control Lock ...................................................................... INSTALL Aircraft ................................................................................. SECURE AS REQUIRED AFTER LEAVING THE AIRCRAFT Beacon ................................................................................. CHECK OFF (EXTERNALLY) If a flight plan was filed, confirm that it has been closed – if in doubt, call ATC. Page 10 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT Airspeed ............................................................................... 65 KTS (BEST GLIDE) Landing Site ....................................................................... SELECT (SUITABLE AREA, INTO WIND) Radio ..................................................................................... TRANSMIT "MAYDAY" CALL Transponder ....................................................................... SET 7700 Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ ON Carburettor Heat ............................................................. HOT Mixture ................................................................................. RICH Ignition Switch ................................................................. BOTH (START IF PROPELLER HAS STOPPED) IF ENGINE FAILS TO RESPOND / RESTART Mixture .................................................................................. IDLE CUT OFF Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ OFF Ignition Switch .................................................................. OFF Flaps ...................................................................................... OFF AS REQUIRED Master Switch ................................................................... OFF AS REQUIRED Passengers ......................................................................... BRIEF Seats & Belts ..................................................................... SECURE Cabin Doors ........................................................................ UNLATCH ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF Airspeed ............................................................................... 65 KTS (ALL FLAP SETTINGS) Landing Site ....................................................................... SELECT (SUITABLE AREA, INTO WIND) Radio ..................................................................................... TRANSMIT "MAYDAY" CALL Mixture ................................................................................. IDLE CUT OFF Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ OFF Ignition Switch ................................................................. OFF Flaps ...................................................................................... AS REQUIRED Master Switch ................................................................... OFF Passengers ........................................................................ BRIEF Cabin Doors ........................................................................ UNLATCH UFC C152 Checklist REV210715 Page 11 / 20 ALTERNATOR (ELECTRICS) FAILURE DURING FLIGHT Ammeter ............................................................................. CHECK INDICATION Radio & Avionics .............................................................. OFF Alternator Circuit Breaker .......................................... CHECK IN Master Switch ................................................................... OFF, PAUSE (10 SEC), ON Low Voltage Warning Light ........................................ CHECK OFF Radios & Avionics ............................................................ ON IF LOW VOLT AGE CONTINUES Alternator ........................................................................... OFF Non-Essential Radio & Electrics ............................ OFF Aircraft ................................................................................. LAND (AS SOON AS SAFELY POSSIBLE) WITH ALTERNATOR OFF, COMPASS DEVIATIONS UP TO 25° AMMETER SHOWS EXCESSIVE RATE OF CHARGE Alternator ............................................................................ OFF Non-Essential Radio Equipment ............................. OFF Non-Essential Electrical Equipment .................... OFF Aircraft ................................................................................. LAND (AS SOON AS SAFELY POSSIBLE) ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT Master Switch ................................................................... OFF Vents, Cabin Heat & Air ................................................ CLOSED/OFF Fire Extinguisher ............................................................. USE AS NECESSARY (VENTILATE CABIN AFTER USE) Radio & Avionics .............................................................. OFF Electrical Switches ........................................................ ALL OFF EXCEPT IGNITION IF FIRE EXTIN - GUISHED Master Switch .................................................................. ON Circuit Breakers .............................................................. CHECK FOR FAULT (DO NOT RESET) Radio & Electrical Equipment .................................. ON (ONE AT A TIME TO IDENTIFY FAULTY CIRCUIT) Page 12 / 20 REV210715 UFC C152 Checklist ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT Radio ..................................................................................... TRANSMIT "MAYDAY" CALL Mixture ................................................................................. IDLE CUT OFF Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ OFF Cabin Heat & Air ............................................................... OFF (EXCEPT OVERHEAD VENTS) Transponder ....................................................................... SET 7700 Airspeed ............................................................................... 100 KTS (UNTIL FIRE EXTINGUISHED) INITIATE FORCED LANDING - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RESTART ENGINE ENGINE FIRE ON THE GROUND / DURING START Ignition Switch ................................................................. START, CONTINUE CRANKING Throttle ................................................................................ FULLY OPEN Mixture ................................................................................. IDLE CUT OFF Fuel Selector Valve ........................................................ OFF Ignition Switch ................................................................. OFF Master Switch ................................................................... OFF Parking Brake ................................................................... 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