DA-20 Boldface
Diamond DA20 · Checklist
Overview
The 'DA-20 Boldface' document serves as a checklist for pilots operating the Diamond DA20 aircraft. It emphasizes the importance of memorizing specific boldface items that are critical for safe operation. This document is intended for pilots who are training or preparing for flight in the DA20, ensuring they can recall essential procedures and information verbatim. The focus is on safety and operational readiness, making it a vital tool for both new and experienced pilots.
- Memorize all boldface items verbatim before flight.
- Boldface items are critical for emergency procedures.
- Review the checklist regularly to maintain proficiency.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.columbus.af.mil. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Checklist
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 614 KB
- Publisher
- www.columbus.af.mil
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In this document
Boldface Items
This section lists critical boldface items that pilots must memorize. These items are essential for emergency procedures and must be recalled verbatim during flight operations.
Safety notes
- Failure to memorize boldface items can lead to improper responses in emergencies.
Full document text
DA-20 Boldface Be able to write and speak this boldface verbatim when you arrive. DA20-C1 BOLDFACE ABORT THROTTLE - IDLE BRAKES - AS REQUIRED FLAPS - CRUISE ENGINE MALFUNCTION — SUFFICIENT RUNWAY REMAINING TO LAND AIRSPEED 60 KIAS - FLAPS - LDG FUEL PRESSURE LOSS FUEL PUMP - ON ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE CABIN HEAT - OFF - OFF ENGINE FIRE ON THE GROUND FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE CABIN HEAT - OFF - OFF ELECTRICAL FIRE ON THE GROUND GEN/BAT MASTER SWITCH - OFF ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT GEN/BAT MASTER SWITCH OFF AIR VENTS AND WINDOWS - OPEN CABIN FIRE IN FLIGHT GEN/BAT MASTER SWITCH - OFF AIR VENTS AND WINDOWS - OPEN CABIN HEAT - OFF 20 OCT 2018 DA20-C1 OPERATING INFORMATION TABLE Indicated Airspeeds (KIAS) Power Plant Operation Vso Stall speed with flaps LDG 34 RPM normal operating range (tachometer green arc) 700-2800 Vs1 Stall speed with flaps CRUISE 42 Min. RPM during engine runup idle check 975 VR Rotate speed 44 Lift-off speed 52 Min. RPM ("area idle") If beyond gliding range of a runway Min. RPM during operations with fuel pump off 1400 1400 Min. forced landing final approach speed with flaps LDG 55 Min. permissible full-throttle static RPM during engine runup 2000 Standard pattern SFL final approach speed with flaps LDG 60 Max. permissible continuous RPM if an IFT student is PF 2700 Vx Best angle of climb speed with flaps T/O Normal landing final approach speed 60 Max. permissible continuous RPM (tach redline) 2800 60 Min. RPM drop during magneto check 25 Min. engine-out speed to sustain windmilling prop 60 Max. RPM drop during magneto check 150 Min. forced landing final approach speed with flaps T/O 60 Max. RPM drop difference between magnetos 50 Min. forced landing final approach speed with flaps CRUISE 65 Max. permissible continuous bhp 125 No-Flap landing final approach speed 65 Min. oil pressure (psi) 10 Vx Best angle of climb speed with flaps CRUISE 65 oil pressure normal operating range (psi) 30-60 Vy Best rate of climb speed with flaps T/O 66 Vy Best rate of climb speed with flaps CRUISE 70 Max. time for oil pressure to reach 10 psi after start (sec.) Max. oil pressure for full power operation if OAT <0°C (psi) 30 70 Best glide speed (1764 lbs) 73 Max. oil pressure (psi) 100 VFE Max. Airspeed with flaps LDG 78 Min. oil temperature (°F) 75 VFE Max. Airspeed with flaps T/O 100 VA Max. speed for full or abrupt control inputs (1764 lbs) 106 Max. RPM after start until oil temp indication registers oil temperature normal operating range (°F) 1000 170-220 VNO Max. structural cruising speed 118 Min oil temp. to begin an area SFL at area Idle (°F) 170 Force a stopped propeller to windmill if starter is inop VNE Never-exceed speed 137 164 Min. oil temp for full power operation if oil pressure norm ("F) Max. oil temperature (°F) 100 240 Min. oll quantity (US qts) 4 Maneuvering Max. oll quantity (US qts) 6 Positive limit load factor (flaps CRUISE) +4.4 Fuel pressure lower limit red line (psi) 3.5 Negative limit load factor (flaps CRUISE) -2.2 Fuel pressure upper limit red line (psi) 16.5 Positive limit load factor (flaps T/O or LDG) +2.0 Max. continuous starter operation (sec.) 10 Negative limit load factor (flaps T/O or LDG) 0 Max. permissible bank angle for steep turns (in degrees) 60 Max. cumulative starter operation before 3-5min cooling (sec.) Max. time for CHT below 300°F in descent (minutes) 30 5 Min. CHT (°F) takeoff & descent 240 Voltmeter CHT normal operating range (°F) 300-420 Voltmeter lower limit red arc (volts) 8-11 CHT caution range (°F) 420-460 Voltmeter caution range yellow arc (volts) 11-12.5 Max. CHT (°F) 460 Voltmeter green arc (volts) Voltmeter upper limit red line (volts) 12.5-16.1 16.1 Max. OAT (°C) operation w/full winterization kit Max. OAT (°C) operation w/ partial winterization kit 0 12.5 Fuel Pattern Wind Limits (KTS) Approved fuel grade 100LL Usable fuel (US gal.) 24.0 Max. tailwind dual or solo Max. student solo gust spread 5 10 Fuel tank capacity (US gal.) 24.5 Max. student solo crosswind 10 Weight and Balance Max. dual crosswind if IFT student is PF below 500' AGL Max. student solo total wind 15 20 Max. ramp weight (lbs) 1770 Max. takeoff weight (lbs) 1764 DA20-C1 Max. demonstrated crosswind component Max. dual total wind if IFT student is PF below 500' AGL 20 25 Max. landing weight (lbs) 1764 Forward CG limit (at or below 1653 lbs) 7.95 Misc. Forward CG limit (1764 lbs) 8.07 Max. aircraft structural temperature (°C) 55 Aft CG limit (1764 lbs) Aft CG limit (at or below 1653 lbs) Max. weight in baggage compartment (lbs) 12.16 12.48 44 Propeller approx. minimum ground clearance (inches) Main landing gear tire pressure (psi) Nose gear tire pressure (psi) 10 33 26 Min. OAT (°C) cabin heat not req for 10 min. before T/O Items in bold type must be committed to memory. -20 20 OCT 2018