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C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST

Cessna 182 Skylane · Checklist

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Overview

This document is a checklist specifically for the Cessna 182R Skylane, designed to assist pilots in conducting preflight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures. It includes detailed steps for various phases of flight, ensuring that all critical systems and components are checked and operational before takeoff, during flight, and after landing. The checklist is structured to enhance safety and efficiency, providing a systematic approach to aircraft operation. It is essential for pilots to follow this checklist to ensure compliance with safety standards and to maintain the aircraft in optimal flying condition.

  • Fuel selector should be set to BOTH before starting the engine.
  • Engine oil level must be between 9 QT and 10 QT max.
  • Throttle should be set to 1000 RPM before engine start.
  • During takeoff, ensure trim is set for takeoff and propeller is at high RPM.
  • Best glide speed at 3100 lbs is 76 KIAS.

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Preflight Checklist

The preflight checklist includes checks for fuel quantity, oil level (9 QT / 10 QT Max), and the condition of various aircraft components such as the flaps, ailerons, and landing gear. Pilots are instructed to drain the fuel sump and check the operation of lights and stall warning systems.

Before Start Checklist

Before starting the engine, pilots must ensure that the throttle is set to 1000 RPM, the fuel selector is on 'BOTH', and the magnetos are checked for proper operation (150 max/50 diff). The checklist also includes verifying that the autopilot is off and that all electrical equipment is off.

Takeoff Checklist

During the takeoff phase, pilots should ensure that the trim is set for takeoff, the propeller is at high RPM, and the fuel selector is on 'BOTH'. The checklist emphasizes the importance of verifying engine gauges and ensuring that the landing lights are on.

Climb Checklist

In the climb phase, the checklist requires pilots to lean the mixture as required, set climb power to green (23 in / 2400 RPM), and retract the flaps. It also includes checking the transponder and ensuring that the autopilot is off.

Descent Checklist

The descent checklist includes securing seat belts, checking fuel quantity, and ensuring that the mixture is rich during descent. It also emphasizes the importance of completing a passenger briefing before landing.

Emergency Procedures

The checklist outlines emergency procedures for various scenarios, including engine failure during ground roll and in-flight emergencies. It provides specific actions to take, such as maintaining best glide speed and securing the cabin.

Safety notes

  • This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual.
  • Always verify that the low voltage light is off before starting the engine.
Full document text

C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST Fuel Gauges CHECK QUANTITY Induction Air Intake/Air Filter CLEAR Low Voltage Light ILLUMINATED Nose Gear/Strut/Tire Flaps EXTEND Trim (Elevator/Rudder) SET FOR TAKEOFF Lights/Stall Warning Vane/Pitot Heat CHECK OPERATION ** Outside Hanger Pull Nose Fuel Strainer for (4) seconds ** Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Fuel Sump (x5) DRAIN PREFLIGHT CHECKLISTS EXTERIOR CHECKLIST (CONTINUED) COCKPIT CHECKLIST RIGHT SIDE Required Documents ARROW Wing Surfaces/Flap/Aileron CHECK CONDITION Maintenance & Discrepancy Records CHECK Main Gear/Strut/Brake CHECK CONDITION Control Lock REMOVE Fuel Vent CHECK CLEAR Hobbs/Tach Time RECORD Wing Tip/Leading Edge CHECK CONDITION Magneto/Starter Switch OFF/KEY REMOVED Fuel Sump (x5) DRAIN Carburetor Heat OFF NOSE Electrical Equipment/Circuit Breakers Off/In Fuel Quantity/Cap CHECK/SECURE Cowl Flaps OPEN Cowling/Right Cowl Flap CLOSED & SECURE/OPEN Propeller HIGH RPM (full forward) Windshield CHECK CONDITION Mixture IDLE/CUT-OFF Right Static Port CHECK CLEAR Fuel Selector BOTH Propeller/Spinner/Prop Governor CHECK CONDITION Master Switch (Battery/Alternator) ON Landing/Taxi Lights CHECK CONDITION Engine Oil Level 9QT / 10 QT Max Cowling/Left Cowl Flap CLOSED & SECURE/OPEN Windshield CHECK CONDITION Left Static Port CHECK CLEAR LEFT FUSELAGE CHECK CONDITION EMPENNAGE LEFT SIDE Fuselage/Static Port CHECK CONDITION/CLEAR EXTERIOR CHECKLIST This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. Fuselage/Antennas/Static Port CHECK CONDITION CHECK CONDITION Wing Surfaces/Flap/Aileron RIGHT FUSELAGE Vertical Stabilizer/Rudder CHECK CONDITION Fuel Quantity/Cap CHECK/SECURE CHECK CLEAR Wing Tip/Leading Edge CHECK CONDITION Horizontal Stab/Elevator/Trim Tab Baggage/Baggage Door CHECK/SECURE Main Gear/Strut/Brake CHECK CONDITION Master Switch (Battery/Alternator) OFF CHECK CONDITION Pitot Tube/Fuel Vent CHECK CLEAR Stall Warning CHECK OPERATION Fuel Vent C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST Seats/Seat Belts/Harnesses SET/SECURE SET Brakes TEST Electrical Equipment OFF Propeller CYCLE (three times if <15 C) Engine Gauges CHECK (verify in green) Throttle 1000 RPM Circuit Breakers IN Oil Pressure GREEN(<30 seconds) Pitot Heat AS REQUIRED Low Voltage Light OUT Instruments & Radios SET Cabin Doors/Windows SECURE Flight Controls FREE/CORRECT Parking Brake RELEASE Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 FLIGHT CHECKLISTS BEFORE TAXI CHECKLIST (CONTINUED) ATIS/AWOS/ASOS Information OBTAIN BEFORE START CHECKLIST Transponder ALT/CODE Fuel Sump Drain Knob PULL 4 SECONDS/CLOSE Altimeter SET (x3) Position Lights AS REQUIRED Brakes Taxi Lights AS REQUIRED Passenger Briefing COMPLETE Heading Indicator VERIFY Beacon VERIFY ON START CHECKLIST Throttle 1700 RPM Fuel Selector BOTH Magnetos CHECK (150 max/50 diff) Autopilot OFF RUN-UP CHECKLIST Brakes SET Circuit Breakers IN Propeller HIGH RPM (Full Forward) Flight Instruments CHECK (during taxi) ** MAX Taxi Speed 10 KTS (reference G5)** Avionics Master Switch OFF Throttle 1/4 INCH OPEN Cowl Flaps OPEN Carburetor Heat ON/OFF (note rpm drop) Mixture RICH Ammeter (move flap handle) CHECK LOAD Mixture RICH Master Switch (Battery/Alternator) ON Carburetor Heat OFF Starter Switch ENGAGE Prime Engine AS REQUIRED Instruments & Radios SET Throttle IDLE CHECK/1000 RPM Beacon VERIFY ON Engine Primer IN/LOCKED Alternate Static CHECK Ammeter Positive Charge BEFORE TAXI CHECKLIST Propeller Area CLEAR ** MAX Taxi Speed 10 KTS (reference G5)** Flaps RETRACT Mixture LEAN (AS REQUIRED) Avionics Master Switch ON This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. **continued next page** C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST Seat Belts/Harnesses SECURE Fuel Quantity/Fuel Selector CHECK/BOTH Fuel Quantity CHECK Mixture RICH(slowly during descent) Instruments & Radios SET Landing & Taxi Lights ON Fuel Quantity/Fuel Selector CHECK/BOTH Cowl Flaps AS REQUIRED Carburetor Heat OFF Landing Light OFF Fuel Quantity/Fuel Selector CHECK/BOTH Engine Gauges CHECK (verify in green) Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 DESCENT CHECKLIST Passenger Briefing COMPLETE TAKEOFF CHECKLIST Approach Briefing COMPLETE SET (x3) Landing & Taxi Lights ON Fuel Selector BOTH Cowl Flaps OPEN Propeller HIGH RPM (Full Forward) Trim (Elevator/Rudder) SET (for takeoff) Autopilot OFF Engine Gauges CHECK (verify in green) Landing & Taxi Lights VERIFY ON Flaps SET (for takeoff) Descent Power AS REQUIRED BEFORE LANDING CHECKLIST Cowl Flaps AS REQUIRED Altimeter Seat Belts/Harnesses SECURE Takeoff/Commit Point Brief COMPLETE Anti-Collision ON Autopilot OFF Mixture RICH Anti-Collision Lights OFF CLIMB CHECKLIST Mixture LEAN (as required) Climb Power GREEN (23 in / 2400 RPM) Landing & Taxi Lights OFF Carburetor Heat Transponder ALT Flaps RETRACT ON Flaps EXTEND (as required) AFTER LANDING CHECKLIST Mixture VERIFY FULL RICH Propeller HIGH RPM (Full Forward) This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. Taxi Light AS REQUIRED Heading Indicator CHECK Cowl Flaps AS REQUIRED Cruise Power SET Cowl Flaps OPEN Mixture LEAN (as required) Engine Gauges Transponder ALT/CODE This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. CHECK (verify in green) CRUISE CHECKLIST Flaps RETRACT Carburetor Heat AS REQUIRED Cowl Flaps OPEN Fuel Quantity/Fuel Selector CHECK/BOTH C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST Auto Pilot ON - wait for ready light Long Press Control Wheel Select Button on yoke Click until HDG on AP Heading Bug Desired Heading (slowly) Auto Pilot ON - wait for ready light Long Press Control Wheel Select Button on yoke Click until HDG on AP Short Click Control Wheel Scroll to GPSS Short Click Control Wheel This will have the 275 send a series of headings to the autopilot to follow the GPS Track Must be in heading mode or GPSS mode Altitude Button on Yoke Click Alarm sound Trim elevator as directed VSO 40 KIAS VFE (0-10) 140 KIAS VS 50 KIAS VFE (10-20) 120 KIAS VR 55 KIAS VFE(>20) 95 KIAS Vx (flaps 20) 59 KIAS VNE 179 KIAS VY (flaps 20) 70 KIAS Cruse Climb 95 KIAS Vx (flaps 0) 60 KIAS Max X-Wind 15 KIAS VY (flaps 0) 80 KIAS Best Glide (3100 lbs) 76 KIAS VA (2000 lbs) 88 KIAS Best Glide (2600 lbs) 70 KIAS VA (2600 lbs) 102 KIAS Best Glide (2000 lbs) 61 KIAS VA (3100 lbs) 111 KIAS Approach Full Flaps 70 KIAS VNO 143 KIAS Approach NO Flaps 75 KIAS Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Auto Pilot - Heading Bug Bottom G5 set heading to current Auto Pilot - GPS Steering Auto Pilot - Altitude Hold Bottom G5 set heading to current Bottom G5 OFF Tachometer Time RECORD Hobbs Time RECORD Mixture Electrical Equipment OFF (except beacon) This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. AIRSPEED & LIMITATIONS CLOSE FLIGHT PLAN Chocks/Parking Brake INSTALL/RELEASE IDLE/CUTOFF Battery Switch/Alternator Switch OFF Magnetos OFF Throttle 1200 RPM SHUTDOWN CHECKLIST Avionics Master Switch C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST RPM MP Kts GPH 4000 ft 75% 2400 22 137 13 2300 23 2200 23 65% 2400 20 130 11.5 2300 20 2200 21 2100 23 6000 ft 75% 2400 21 137 13 2300 22 2200 21 65% 2400 19 130 11.5 2300 20 2200 21 2100 22 8000 ft 75% 2400 21 140 13 2300 21 65% 2400 19 133 11.5 2300 20 2200 20 2100 21 10000 ft 75% 2400 21 140 13 65% 2400 19 130 11.5 2300 20 2200 20 2100 21 55% 2200 18 120 9.5 2100 19 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. Cruise Performance C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST C182R CESSNA SKYLANE CHECKLIST Battery Master/Alternator Switch Cabin Heat/Lower Cabin Air Throttle Closed Fuel Selector BOTH Cabin Air Control/Defrost Valve Pull Off Mixture RICH Magneto/Start Switch Off Carburetor Heat ON Low Voltage Light CHECK OFF Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Airlake Aero Flying Club 6/25/25 Magnetos OFF Mixture IDLE/CUT-OFF Landing Location SELECT ELECTRICAL FAILURE (LOW VOLT LIGHT/DISCHARGE) ON ENGINE FIRE (GROUND) Starter Switch 7700 Radio Call ENGINE FAILURE (DURING GROUND ROLL) ELECTRICAL FIRE (IN FLIGHT) *land as soon as possible* Braking MAXIMUM OFF/CLOSED Throttle CLOSED OFF *if departing paved surface* ENGINE FIRE (IN FLIGHT) Fuel Selector Value/Mixture IDLE/CUT-OFF Battery Master/Alternator Switch OFF Cabin Heat/Lower Cabin Air OFF/CLOSED Battery Master/Alt Switch/Fuel BoostOFF Fuel Selector OFF Maintain Best Glide 70 KIAS ENGINE FAILURE (IN FLIGHT) *proceed with Emergency Descent to Power Off Landing* Magnetos LEFT/RIGHT/BOTH Airspeed 100 KIAS Primer IN/LOCKED Avionics Master Switch OFF POWER OFF LANDING *if power not restored, proceed with Power Off Landing* Battery Master/Alternator Switch Battery Master/Alternator Switch OFF Mixture IDLE/CUT-OFF Magnetos OFF ON Alternator Circuit Breaker VERIFY IN OFF Fuel Selector OFF Nonessential Electrical Equipment Avionics Master Switch ON Alternator Switch OFF Transponder Flaps (When Landing Assured) EXTEND if Low Voltage Light illuminates with ammeter discharge: Seat Belts/Shoulder Harnesses SECURE *land as soon as practical* Cabin Door UNLATCH 121.5 or ATC ELT This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. This checklist is not intended to replace the Aircraft Flight Manual. Battery Master/Alternator Switch OFF Battery Master/Alternator Switch Fuel Selector OFF OFF *abandon if fire continues* Throttle FULL OPEN ENGAGE & HOLD Mixture IDLE/CUT-OFF EMERGENCY EMERGENCY

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