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Mooney M20D Master Checklist

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Overview

This document is a checklist specifically designed for the Mooney M20D Master aircraft. It provides a comprehensive set of procedures for pilots to follow before, during, and after flight operations. The checklist is divided into several sections, including preflight checks, engine start procedures, before takeoff, pre-landing, after landing, and emergency procedures. Each section outlines critical tasks and checks that ensure the aircraft is safe and ready for operation. This checklist is essential for maintaining safety and compliance with aviation regulations.

  • Ensure weight and CG are within limits before flight.
  • Check oil quantity is between 6 and 8 quarts before engine start.
  • During engine start, set throttle to 1/4 inch open and check oil pressure after starting.
  • Before takeoff, check magnetos with a maximum drop of 125 RPM and a maximum difference of 50 RPM.
  • In case of engine failure, switch fuel tanks and turn on the electric fuel pump.

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Originally published by www.acepilot.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.

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Document details

Type
Checklist
Pages
6
File size
158 KB
Publisher
www.acepilot.com
How rare is it?
1Mooney M20D Master registered worldwide · 0 active

Common. Rarer than 24% of the aircraft models we track.

Documentation completeness
4/7

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In this document

Preflight

The preflight section includes checks both inside and outside the cockpit. Key tasks include verifying maintenance status sheets, checking fuel gauges, ensuring the gear down indicator is on, and confirming that all required documents are on board. Exterior checks involve inspecting the wings, tires, brakes, and fuel systems, ensuring everything is in good condition and clear of obstructions.

Engine Start

This section outlines the steps for safely starting the engine. It includes checking maintenance and squawk sheets, adjusting seats and seat belts, and ensuring the fuel selector is set to the fullest tank. The master switch is turned on, and the gear lever must be in the up/locked position before engaging the starter.

Before Takeoff

The before takeoff checklist includes critical checks such as setting the throttle to 1,700 RPM, checking magnetos with a maximum drop of 125 RPM, and ensuring the fuel selector is on the fullest tank. Pilots must also verify that flight instruments are adjusted and that safety belts are fastened.

Pre Landing/After Landing/Engine Shutdown

This section provides procedures for landing and shutting down the engine. It includes checks for the landing gear, flaps, and mixture settings. After landing, the electric fuel pump should be turned off, and the transponder set to standby. The engine shutdown checklist ensures that all electrical equipment is turned off and the throttle is set to 1,000 RPM before shutting down.

Emergency Checklist

The emergency checklist includes procedures for engine failure and power-off landings. Pilots are instructed to trim for 105 MPH, switch fuel tanks, and check engine gauges. In case of a power-off landing, the checklist provides steps for extending the gear and flaps as appropriate.

Safety notes

  • Always ensure the gear down light is illuminated before takeoff.
  • Check that the anti-collision light is on during engine start and remains on during flight.
  • Ensure all doors and windows are latched before takeoff.

Full document text

Preflight Preflight Inside Cockpit Maint. Status Sheet Check Squawk Sheets Check VOR Checks (IFR Only) Within 30 days Required Docs. (AROW) On Board Weight and CG Within Limits Avionics & Electrical Switches Off Magneto Switch Off Master Switch On Fuel Gauges Check Quantity Green Gear Down Indicator Check On Anti-Collision Light Check Master Switch Off Flaps Extend Fuel Tube & Strainer Remove Preflight Exterior Right Flap & Aileron Check Wing Tip Check Fuel Quantity Visually Check Fuel Vent Check Clear Fuel Drain Drain & Check Tie-Down & Chocks Remove Gear Truss & Door Check Condition Main Tire Check Condition Brakes Check Wear Preflight continued Preflight Exterior Windshield Assure Clean Oil Quantity Min 6/Max 8 Propeller & Spinner Check Alternator Belt Check Air Inlets Check Open Nose Wheel Chock Remove Nose Gear Truss & Doors Check Condition Nose Tire Check Condition Fuel Selector Drain & Check Fuel Vent Check Open Fuel Drain Drain & Check Tie-Down & Chocks Remove Main Gear Truss & Door Check Condition Main Tire Check Condition Brakes Check Stall Warning Switch Check Pitot Head Check 2 Openings Wing Tip Check Left Aileron and Flap Check Left Side Fuselage Check Left Side Static Port Check Antennas Check Horizontal Stabilizer & Elevator Check Vertical Stabilizer & Rudder Check Tail Tie-Down Remove Right Side Fuselage Check Right Side Static Port Check Open Baggage Door Secure For all Night Flights Check Navigation Light Landing Lights Cockpit Lights Flashlight on Board Engine Start Engine Start Maintenance Status Sheets Check Squawk Sheets Check Hobbs Sheet Record Information Seats Adjust & Lock Seats Belts Fasten Circuit Breakers Check In Fuel Selector Fullest Tank Master Switch On Gear Lever Up/Locked Gear Down Light On Anti-Collision Light Always Remains On Carburetor Heat Off Mixture Full Rich Propeller Max RPM Fuel Pump On & Check Pressure Throttle Pump & Set ¼” Open Brakes Hold Propeller Area Call Clear Starter Engage Throttle 1000 RPM Oil Pressure Check Cowl Flaps Open Avionics Switch On Radios On Transponder Standby Before Takeoff Before Takeoff Checklist Fuel Selector On Fullest Tank Brakes Set & Hold Throttle 1,700 RPM Magnetos Check Left & Right Max Drop 125 RPM Max Diff. 50 RPM Carburetor Heat Max Drop 200 RPM Throttle 2,200 RPM Propeller Cycle Engine Gauges Check Fuel Quantity & Press Check Suction Check 5.0” +/- 0.1” Hg Speed Brakes On/Check/Off Throttle 1,000 RPM Flight Instruments Adjust Avionics Set Flight Controls Check Electric Fuel Pump On Mixture Set Flaps Set to 15˚ Trim Set for Take-Off Doors & Windows Latched Seat Backs Erect Safety Belts/Harness Fastened Empty Seats Seat Belt Fastened Transponder Altitude Pre Landing/After Landing/Engine Shutdown Pre-Landing Checklist Fuel Selector On Fullest Tank Electric Fuel Pump On Landing Gear Extend Below 120 MPH Gear Down Light Check Illuminated Flaps As Needed Below 100 MPH Mixture Rich Propeller Max RPM Cowl Flaps Closed Carburetor Heat As Required After-Landing Checklist Flaps Retract Electric Fuel Pump Off Transponder Standby Cowl Flaps Open Engine Shutdown Checklist Avionics Switch Off Electrical Equipment (Except Strobe & Master) Off Throttle 1000 RPM Mixture Idle Cutoff Master (Strobe stays on) Off Magneto Switch Off Hobbs Sheet Record Information Pilot Call Window Latched Front Seats Slide Full Aft Emergency Checklist Emergency Checklist ENGINE FAILURE Airspeed Trim for 105 MPH Landing Site Choose Fuel Selector Switch Tanks Electric Fuel Pump On Mixture Rich Carburetor Heat On Engine Gages Check for cause Magnetos (Check) Left/Right/Both Throttle/Mixture Different settings Emergency Checklist POWER OFF LANDING Transponder Squawk 7700 Transmit Distress Signal 121.5 MHz Gear Extend if appropriate Flaps Extend when landing assured Mixture Idle Cutoff Master Switch Off Fuel Selector Off Magnetos Off Seat Belts Tight Door Open