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DA40-180 QRH V1.2

Diamond DA40 TDI · Pilot's Operating Handbook

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Overview

The DA40-180 QRH V1.2 is a Quick Reference Handbook designed for pilots operating the Diamond DA40-180 aircraft. This document serves as a critical tool for ensuring safe and efficient flight operations, providing checklists for normal, abnormal, and emergency situations. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to the procedures outlined in conjunction with the Company Operations Manual and other regulatory requirements. The QRH includes detailed airspeeds, weights, and pre-flight inspection procedures, along with checklists for various flight phases. Pilots are encouraged to commit certain critical procedures to memory for immediate action during emergencies.

  • V NE: 178 KTS
  • M TOW: 1200 KG
  • Fuel Capacity: 40 USG
  • Pre-flight tire pressure: 36 PSI
  • Emergency landing airspeed: 75 KTS

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Originally published by learntofly.edu.au. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.

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Document details

Type
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Pages
26
File size
3.5 MB
Publisher
learntofly.edu.au

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Fuel capacity (gal)
40
Max takeoff weight (lb)
2,646

Performance

Max crosswind (kt)
20
Best glide speed (kt)
73

V-speeds

VA
94
VR
59
VY
67
VFE
91
VNE
178
VNO
129
VS1
53
VSO
52

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb)
496
Baggage allowance (lb)
30
Basic empty weight (lb)
1,150
Max takeoff weight (lb)
2,646
Documentation completeness
4/7

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Limitations

The limitations section outlines critical airspeed and weight parameters for the DA40-180. Key airspeeds include V NE at 178 KTS, V NO at 129 KTS, and V A at 94 KTS for weights below 1036 KG. The maximum takeoff weight (M TOW) is 1200 KG, with a maximum landing weight (M LW) of 1150 KG. Fuel capacity is 40 USG total, with a minimum oil requirement of 4 quarts for VFR operations.

Pre-Flight Inspection

The pre-flight inspection checklist includes a thorough examination of the cabin, landing gear, wings, fuselage, and empennage. Key items include ensuring the cabin documentation is complete, checking the ignition key is out, and inspecting tire pressure (36 PSI). The checklist also emphasizes securing loose items and ensuring flight controls are free and correct.

Normal Checklist

The normal checklist provides step-by-step procedures for various phases of flight, including before start, start procedure, taxi, pre-take-off, and after take-off. For example, during the start procedure, the throttle should be set to 3 cm, and the fuel pump should be turned on. After starting, the oil pressure must be green within 15 seconds, and the avionics master should be turned on.

Abnormal Checklist

The abnormal checklist addresses procedures for handling situations such as low oil pressure and electrical failures. For low oil pressure, pilots are instructed to monitor oil temperature and pressure, and if oil pressure is near zero, to shut down the engine and land.

Emergency Checklist

The emergency checklist outlines critical actions for various emergency scenarios, such as engine failure and electrical fire. For an emergency landing, pilots should maintain an indicated airspeed of 75 KTS and secure the fuel selector and mixture before touchdown.

Safety notes

  • Always follow the CASA approved Aircraft Flight Manual and regulatory requirements.
  • Critical emergency procedures should be committed to memory for immediate action.

Full document text

DA40 - 180 QRH DA40-180 QRH V1.2 USE OF THIS CHECKLIST This Checklist is to be used at all times, together with the Company Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures. However, information contained in this Checklist does not take precedence over the CASA approved Aircraft Flight Manual and other regulatory requirements. The Normal Checklist (indicated by a GREEN table) contains the routine procedures for normal operation of the aircraft that provide an acceptable level of airworthiness. Checklist titles encased in BLACK are to be committed to memory and actioned without recourse to the written checklist. The Abnormal Checklist (indicated by a YELLOW table) contains procedures which, if followed, will maintain an acceptable level of airworthiness or reduce operational risk resulting from a failure or abnormal condition. The procedures under this part supplement Normal Checklist when a failure or abnormal condition exists. The Emergency Checklist (indicated by a RED table) contains procedures to protect the occupants and the aircraft from harm during a critical situation requiring an immediate response. The procedures under this part supplement the Normal Checklist when an emergency condition exists. Checklist titles encased in BLACK are to be committed to memory and actioned without recourse to the written checklist. These are of particular relevance to critical emergency related procedures were immediate action is required. In addition to the outlined items in both Emergency & Abnormal Checklists, the following steps are considered part of all emergency/abnormal situations: Control the Aircraft Assess the Situation Take Appropriate Action DA40-180 QRH V1.2 LIMITATIONS DA40-180 QRH V1.2 AIRSPEEDS V NE 178 V NO 129 V A 94 < 1036 KG < 111 V FE 91 - LDG 108 - APP V Y 67 - 1200 KG, FLAPS T/O 76 - 1200 KG, FLAPS UP V GLIDE 73 - 1150 KG 76 - 1200 KG V S0 52 - 1200 KG V S1 53 - 1200 KG V R 59 V BASE 80 V FINAL 75 V AT 70 X-WIND 20 WEIGHTS M TOW 1200 KG M LW 1150 KG M BAGGAGE (STANDARD) 30 KG M BAGGAGE (TUBE) 5 KG M BAGGAGE (FWD EXT) 45 KG M BAGGAGE (AFT EXT) 18 KG OTHERS FUEL 40 USG - Total 50 USG - LRT OIL 4 QTZ - VFR MIN 6 QTZ - IFR MIN 8 QTZ - MAX DA40-180 QRH V1.2 PRE FLIGHT INSPECTION DA40-180 QRH V1.2 1. CABIN Documentation Complete & Current Ignition Key Out Front Canopy & Rear Door Clean, Undamaged & Check Lock Switches All OFF Circuit Breakers Set In Engine Control Levers Check Condition & Movement IDLE | FINE | ICO Master ON Annunciation Panel Check Function Lights & Pitot Heat All ON & Inspect Flaps LDG Switches All OFF Fuel Quantities Check, 2 min after ‘Master ON’ Master OFF Loose Items Check & Secure Flight Controls & Trim Flight Controls & Trim Baggage Stowed & Secure 2. LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR Landing Gear Strut Inspect Strut & Wheel Fairing Inspect (if installed) TYRE Pressure (36 PSI) Check Wear & Tread Check TYRE, Wheel & Brake Inspect Brake Line Connection Check for Leaks Slip Marks Inspect Chocks Remove DA40-180 QRH V1.2 3. LEFT WING Wing Surface Inspect Step Inspect Lower Surface Air Intake & Openings Inspect Tank Drain Drain & Inspect Stall Warning Check Tank Filler Inspect (as required) Stall Strips Inspect Pitot Probe Clean & Orifices Open Landing & Taxi Lights Inspect Wing Tip Inspect Position & Strobe Lights Inspect Tie-Down Check & Remove Aileron, Linkage, Hinges & Pin Inspect Aileron Paddle Inspect Flap, Linkage, Hinges & Pin Inspect 4. LEFT FUSELAGE Canopy Inspect Rear Door & Window Inspect Fuselage Skin Inspect Antennas Inspect 5. EMPENNAGE Stabilizers & Control Surfaces Inspect Hinges Inspect Elevator & Rudder Trim Tabs Inspect & Check Locking Wire Tie-Down Check & Remove Tail Skid & Lower Fin Inspect Towing Assembly Inspect DA40-180 QRH V1.2 6. RIGHT FUSELAGE Fuselage Skin Inspect Window Inspect Canopy Inspect 7. RIGHT WING Flap, Linkage, Hinges & Pin Inspect Aileron Paddle Inspect Aileron, Linkage, Hinges & Pin Inspect Tie-Down Check & Remove Position & Strobe Lights Inspect Wing Tip Inspect Stall Strips Inspect Tank Filler Inspect (as required) Tank Drain Drain & Inspect Lower Surface Air Intake & Openings Inspect Step Inspect Wing Surface Inspect 8. RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR Landing Gear Strut Inspect Strut & Wheel Fairing Inspect (if installed) TYRE Pressure (36 PSI) Check Wear & Tread Check TYRE, Wheel & Brake Inspect Brake Line Connection Check for Leaks Slip Marks Inspect Chocks Remove DA40-180 QRH V1.2 9. FRONT FUSELAGE Oil Level 4 QTZ – VFR MIN 6 QTZ – IFR MIN Cowling Inspect Air Intakes Clear Propeller Blade Shake & Inspect Spinner & Screws Inspect Landing Gear Inspect TYRE & Wheel Inspect Slip Marks Inspect Strut Fairing Inspect (if installed) Wear & Tread Check Wheel Fairing Inspect Tow Bar Remove TYRE Pressure (29 PSI) Check Chocks Remove Exhaust Inspect Forward Air Inlets Clear (if installed) Winter Baffle Inspect (if installed) Antennas Inspect Tank Drain Drain & Inspect Venting Pipes Check for Blockage Fuselage Underside Check for Excessive Contaminants DA40-180 QRH V1.2 NORMAL CHECKLIST DA40-180 QRH V1.2 1. BEFORE START Pre-Flight Completed Documentation On-Board Start Position Suitable PAX Brief Completed Harness Secured Front Canopy & Rear Door Secured / Cooling Gap Rudder Pedals Adjusted Fuel Selector Lowest Tank or LEFT Engine Control Levers IDLE | FINE | ICO Park Brake Reset ON Alternate Air / Static Closed Switches All OFF Master ON Circuit Breakers Checked ELT Armed / Portable CO Detector Tested Emergency Switch OFF & Guarded G1000 Database Verified PFD | MFD Checked | Back-Up Flight Times Checked MR & Trip Sheet Completed Fuel Quantities Checked or Reset Voltage > 24 V DA40-180 QRH V1.2 2. START PROCEDURE Normal Warm (> 100°F) Flooded Throttle 3 cm 3 cm ½ Open Fuel Pump ON ON OFF Mixture RICH 3-5 s RICH 1-3 s ICO Fuel Flow Positive Positive - Mixture ICO ICO -

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Throttle 1 cm 1 cm - Starter Engage Engage Engage Mixture RICH RICH RICH 3. AFTER START Throttle 1200 RPM Oil Pressure GREEN within 15 s Voltage | Ammeter Checked | Charging Fuel Pump OFF (check pressure) Avionics Master ON Flaps UP Annunciation Panel Checked ANN Test (AUX – 5/6) Checked & Tested Pitot Heat ON, then OFF Radios – COM 1 CTR / CTA – COM 2 ATIS / AWIS / CTAF ATIS & QNH Checked & Set Transponder Checked Code & STBY Standby AI Caged Flight Plan Loaded & Verified DA40-180 QRH V1.2 4. TAXI Brakes Checked Turning Left | Right Compass & HSI ↓↓ | ↑↑ Right | Left Skid AI No Topple 5. PRE-TAKE-OFF Park into Wind Park Brake ON T Throttle 1500 RPM Trim Tested & Set for T/O M Mixture RICH Magnetos BOTH Master ON P Pitch FINE F Fuel Pump ON Fuel Selector Switch Tank & Start Timer Fuel Pump OFF Flaps Checked & UP I Instruments Left to Right Checked HDG & CDI Set ALT Set Autopilot AP Engaged & Tested CWS Tested AP Disengaged Electric Trim Tested Oil Temperature > 100°F Throttle 2000 RPM S Switches – Magnetos L – BOTH – R – BOTH Max Drop 175 RPM Each Max Diff 50 RPM Between DA40-180 QRH V1.2 5. PRE-TAKE-OFF (continued) Pitch Cycle 3 Times: RPM ↓↓ MAP ↑↑ Oil P’s ↓↓ Throttle IDLE & Checked 1200 RPM C Circuit Breakers Checked Controls Correct, Full & Free H Hatches & Harnesses Secured T.O.S.B. & Taxi Call 6. LINE-UP F Fuel Pump ON Flaps Set for T/O A Avionics Set Current & Next Frequencies S Switches & Lights Magnetos – BOTH Strobe – ON for entering RWY Landing – ON for T/O T Transponder Set ALT when entering RWY Trim Checked Oil T’s GREEN Hatches & Harnesses Secured 7. AFTER TAKE-OFF 300 FT Flaps UP Lights Landing – OFF Safe ALT Fuel Pump OFF (check pressure) DA40-180 QRH V1.2 8. PRE-LANDING B Brakes OFF & Operating O Oil T’s & P’s GREEN U Undercarriage Fixed M Mixture RICH Magnetos BOTH Master ON F Fuel Pump ON Fuel Selector Every 30 min or Fullest Tank Fuel Quantities Checked & Sufficient A Autopilot Disengaged H Hatches & Harnesses Secured L Lights Landing – ON 9. SHORT FINAL C Carby Heat N/A P Pitch FINE U Undercarriage Fixed F Flaps As Required 10. AFTER LANDING F Fuel Pump OFF Flaps UP A Avionics Set Current Frequency & Taxi Call S Switches Landing – OFF Strobe – OFF / ON if crossing RWY T Transponder Checked Code & STBY Trim Set for T/O DA40-180 QRH V1.2 11. SHUTDOWN Park Brake ON Throttle 1200 RPM Avionics Master OFF Magnetos L – BOTH – R – BOTH – OFF – BOTH Mixture ICO Magnetos OFF & Key Out Flight Times Checked Master OFF Switches All OFF DA40-180 QRH V1.2 ABNORMAL CHECKLIST DA40-180 QRH V1.2 PRECAUTIONARY LANDING Landing Area As appropriate Wind Considered Approach Overfly at ALT suitable to recognise obstacles IAS 75 KTS ATC Advised On FINAL Flaps LDG Hatches & Harnesses Secured Touchdown Lowest possible IAS If Time Permits Fuel Selector OFF Magnetos OFF Master OFF LOW VOLTAGE CAUTION On Ground Throttle 1200 RPM Electrical Equipment OFF Ammeter Checked, terminate flight if no change In-Flight Electrical Equipment OFF Ammeter Checked, follow ‘ALTERNATOR FAILURE’ if no change After Landing Follow ‘On Ground’ procedures DA40-180 QRH V1.2 LOW OIL PRESSURE If ‘OIL PRES LO’ light is ON Follow ‘OIL PRES LO’ If ‘OIL PRES LO’ light is OFF Check Oil T’s and P’s If normal – Monitor If rising – Reduce power, land If near zero – Shutdown engine, land HIGH OIL PRESSURE Oil T’s If normal – Continue flight HIGH MANIFOLD PRESSURE Faulty gauge Aircraft should be serviced LOW CYLINDER HEAD OR EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE May be a loose sensor Aircraft should be serviced HIGH CYLINDER HEAD OR EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE Oil T’s If also high – Check Oil P’s Oil P’s If low – Follow ‘LOW OIL PRESSURE’ If GREEN – Reduce power, and if unchanged, land ASAP HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE CHT & EGT If normal – Continue flight If high & Oil P’s is low – Follow ‘LOW OIL PRESSURE’ If high & Oil P’s is GREEN – Reduce power and enrichen mixture, and if unchanged, land ASAP HIGH FUEL FLOW If ‘FUEL PRES LO’ light is ON Suspected fuel leak – Land ASAP If ‘FUEL PRES LO’ light is OFF Continue flight – Use FF from AFM DA40-180 QRH V1.2 EMERGENCY CHECKLIST DA40-180 QRH V1.2 EMERGENCY LANDING Seats Upright IAS 75 KTS ATC Advised Fuel Selector OFF Mixture ICO On FINAL Flap LDG Magnetos OFF Master OFF Harnesses Tightened WINDMILL ENGINE START IAS 73-80 KTS Fuel Selector Fullest Tank Magnetos BOTH Mixture Checked Fuel Pump ON Alternate Air OPEN If unchanged Mixture LEAN, then slowly RICH POWERED ENGINE START IAS 80 KTS Electrical Equipment OFF Avionics Master OFF Master ON Mixture Checked Fuel Selector Checked Fuel Pump ON Alternate Air OPEN Starter Engaged DA40-180 QRH V1.2 ENGINE FIRE ON GROUND Fuel Selector OFF Cabin Heat OFF Throttle Fully Opened Master OFF Magnetos OFF Canopy Opened ELECTRICAL FIRE / SMOKE ON GROUND Master OFF Throttle IDLE Mixture ICO Canopy Opened ENGINE FIRE IN-FLIGHT / AFTER TAKE-OFF Cabin Heat OFF IAS 75 KTS ATC Advised Canopy Unlatched as required Fuel Selector OFF Throttle Fully Opened Fuel Pump OFF Master ON Mixture ICO Flaps LDG Magnetos OFF Master OFF E DA40-180 QRH V1.2 ELECTRICAL FIRE / SMOKE IN-FLIGHT Horizon Emergency Switch ON Canopy Unlatched as required Master OFF Cabin Heat OFF Land ASAP If electrical equipment is required Master (BAT) ON Essential Bus ON Smoke Condition If decreased – Land ASAP If unchanged Master (ALT) ON Essential Bus OFF BATT & ESS TIE Circuit Breakers Pulled Land ASAP ALTERNATOR FAILURE Mixture ICO Fuel Shutoff Valve OFF If Alternator does not reset Essential Bus ON Unnecessary Electrical Equipment OFF Horizon Emergency Switch ON Land ASAP TOTAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE Circuit Breakers Checked, pull, reset Essential Bus ON If unchanged Horizon Emergency Switch ON Throttle & Flaps Via lever positions and engine noise Land ASAP DA40-180 QRH V1.2 RPM OVERSPEED Friction Adjuster Checked Oil P’s Checked If Oil P’s lost – Use Throttle to control, follow ‘LOW OIL PRESSURE’ RPM UNDERSPEED Fuel Pump ON Fuel Selector Checked Friction Adjuster Checked Pitch FINE If unchanged – Use Throttle to control, land ASAP OIL PRES LO CHT, Oil T’s & P’s Checked If Oil T’s is normal and Oil P’s below GREEN – Monitor If Oil T’s or CHT is rising, Oil P’s below GREEN – Throttle IDLE, land ASAP If Oil P’s near zero – Shutdown engine, land STARTER NOT DISENGAGING Throttle IDLE Mixture ICO Magnetos OFF Master OFF DA40-180 QRH V1.2 DOOR OPEN IAS Reduced Front Canopy & Rear Door Visually Checked If unlocked IAS < 140 KTS Land ASAP LANDING WITH DEFECTIVE MAIN TYRE ATC Advised Touchdown Land on ‘good’ TYRE Keep wing on ‘good’ side low Use brakes as required AFTER TOUCHDOWN WITH DEFECTIVE BRAKES Fuel Selector OFF Mixture ICO Magnetos OFF Master OFF UNINTENTIONAL FLIGHT INTO ICING CONDITIONS Pitot Heat ON Cabin Heat ON Cabin Air Distribution UP Throttle Increased When pitot heat fails Alternate Air / Static OPEN DA40-180 QRH V1.2 22-24 Northern Ave, Moorabbin Airport VIC 3194