Preflight Mooney M20E
Mooney M20D Master · Checklist
Overview
This document serves as a comprehensive checklist for the Mooney M20E aircraft, detailing preflight, engine start, taxi, takeoff, landing, and emergency procedures. It is designed for pilots to ensure all necessary steps are followed for safe operation of the aircraft. The checklist includes specific airspeeds, power settings, and emergency procedures, making it a vital resource for both new and experienced pilots. The document emphasizes safety and thoroughness in preflight checks and in-flight operations, ensuring that pilots are well-prepared for various scenarios they may encounter during flight.
- Vrotate is 70 mph; climb out speed is 95 mph.
- Preflight checks include visual fuel check and paperwork verification.
- Engine start procedures differ for cold and hot starts, with specific throttle and mixture settings.
- Emergency landing airspeed is 105 mph; secure seat belts and protect head with cushions.
- Landing speeds are 100 mph downwind, 90 mph abeam numbers, and 80 mph over the numbers.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.mattbeyer.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Checklist
- Year
- 2025
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 830 KB
- Publisher
- www.mattbeyer.com
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Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Mooney M20D Master.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Preflight Checklist
The preflight checklist includes a visual check of fuel levels, verification of Hobbs book numbers, and ensuring all paperwork is in order. Pilots must remove the control lock, check the gear lever, and ensure the fuel selector is set. Instruments should read zero, and the master switch should be turned on to check fuel quantity and other systems.
Engine Start Checklist
The engine start checklist outlines steps for both cold and hot starts, including setting brakes, ensuring electrical systems are off, and checking circuit breakers. Specific procedures for throttle and mixture settings are provided, along with instructions for cranking the engine and monitoring oil pressure.
Takeoff Checklist
The takeoff checklist specifies settings for mixture, airspeed for rotation (Vrotate at 70 mph), and climb out speed (95 mph). It also includes instructions for retracting flaps and landing gear after takeoff.
Emergency Procedures
Emergency procedures detail steps for engine failure, including memory items for airspeed and landing considerations. Specific actions for engine restart and emergency landings without power are outlined, emphasizing safety and preparedness.
Landing Checklist
The landing checklist includes airspeed recommendations for downwind, base, and final approach, as well as considerations for flap settings and go-around procedures.
Safety notes
- Always verify fuel levels and check for leaks during preflight.
- Ensure all emergency procedures are memorized and practiced regularly.
- Monitor engine instruments closely during takeoff and climb.
Full document text
Preflight Mooney M20E 1. Fuel Level VISUAL CHECK 2. Hobbs Book CHECK #’s 3. Paperwork ARROW-AV1ATE 4. Control Lock REMOVE 5. Gear Lever GEAR DOWN 6. Fuel Selector Pick a Side 7. Instruments 0’s, INOP FLAGS 8. Master ON 9. Fuel Qty CHECK 10. Turn Coordinator LISTEN 11. Flaps DOWN 12. Beacon/Nav/Lights CHECK LIGHTS 13. Stall Horn TEST 14. Gear Position CHECK LIGHTS 15. Pitot Heat CHECK 16. Master OFF 17. Baggage Door LOCKED 18. Preflight WALK AROUND Fuel Level VISUAL CHECK Fuel Sumps DRAIN 3 SUMPS Oil 6-8 Quarts 360 Walk TIE-DOWNS Passenger Briefing Checklist 1. Seat Belts/Harness EXPLAIN and ON 2. Door / Exiting Plane EXPLAIN 3. First Aid/Fire Ext LOCATE 4. Scanning for Traffic ASSIST 5. Exchange Controls EXPLAIN 6. Seat Rail Locks CHECK Engine Start Checklist 1. Brakes SET 2. Electrical ALL OFF 3. Fuel Pump OFF 4. Circuit Breakers ALL IN 5. Cowl Flaps OPEN 6. Ram Air CLOSED 7. Prop FULL FORWARD 8. Master Switch ON 9. Beacon ON --- Cold Start --- 10. Throttle FULL 11. Mixture FULL 12. Fuel Pump ON ~5 seconds 13. Mixture IDLE CUTOFF 14. Throttle 1/4" OPEN --- Hot Start --- 15. Throttle 1/4" OPEN 16. Mixture IDLE CUTOFF 17. Area *****”CLEAR”***** 18. Magnetos/Starter CRANK ENGINE 19. Mixture ADVANCE 20. Throttle 800-1000 RPM 21. Mixture LEAN for TAXI 22. Oil Pressure 30 Sec. GREEN 23. Flaps UP 24. Avionics Master ON 25. Transponder 1200 “STANDBY” 26. Radios TUNE, TEST 27. ATIS SET Altimeter Contact GROUND for Taxi to Runway While Taxi Checklist Brakes TEST both sides Verify Instruments 6 PACK CHECK Compass/TC/DG Position at Run-up INTO WIND Run-Up Checklist 1. Brakes SET 2. Doors/Windows CLOSED 3. Belts/Harness SECURED 4. Controls CHECK 5. Trim SET TAKEOFF 6. Instruments SET AI / DG 7. Fuel Selector SWITCH TANKS 8. Blast Area CLEAR BEHIND 9. Throttle 1800 RPM 10. Engine Instruments ALL GREEN 11. Mixture Rich then LEAN 12. Magnetos 175 Max, 50 Diff 13. Propellor Cycle 3 times 14. Ammeter Check +CHARGING 15. Vac/OilPress/Temp ALL GREEN 16. Fuel Pressure CHECK 17. Throttle 800-1000 RPM 18. IFR: Pitot Heat Turn On for IFR Ready for Takeoff Checklist Cowl Flaps OPEN Elevator Trim SET TAKEOFF (window) Flaps SET TAKEOFF (window) Fuel Pump ON Lights STROBES-LANDING-NAV Camera XPDR Code / “Altitude” Action Note TAKEOFF TIME Review Vspeeds Review Take Off Engine Loss Review WINDS Takeoff Checklist Mixture FULL RICH across line Vrotate 70 mph Vrotate Climb Out 95 mph Flaps UP when Clear Landing Gear UP when Clear (<120mph) Prop 2500rpm after 500ft Cruise/Climb Checklist 1. Climb Airspeed 115-120 mph 2. Fuel Pump OFF 3. Landing Light OFF 4. Power As RQD 5. Mixture As RQD 100 ROP Airspeeds M20C V1 abort takeoff 50 mph (50% Rwy) Vs0 stall w/Flaps 63 mph Vs1 stall clean 70 mph Vr rotate 70 mph Takeoff Climb 95 mph Vy best rate 105 mph Vx best angle 95 mph Vbest glide 105 mph Vfe flaps extend 100 mph Va maneuvering 132 mph Vno max cruise 150 mph Vne never exceed 189 mph Vlo gear operation 120 mph Vle gear extended 120 mph Landing: 12-14”MP 100 - 90base - 80over #’s Descent Checklist 1. Power Reduce as RQD 2. Cowl Flaps CLOSED 3. Mixture Enrichen as RQD 4. Ram Air CLOSED Pre Landing Checklist C - Cowl Flaps CLOSED Ram Air CLOSED G - Gas Fullest Tank U - Undercarriage GEAR DOWN VERIFY COLLAR! M - Mixture RICH if Necessary P - Propellor FULL FORWARD P - Fuel Pump FUEL PUMP ON S - Switches Landing Light ON S - Safety Seat Belts ON Landing Downwind 100 mph @ 15”MP Abeam #’s 90 mph @ 12-14”MP (Incremental FLAPS) Over the #’s 80 mph FULL FLAPS ** Gusty or Cross Winds use less Flaps Go Around (ABORTED LANDING) Throttle FULL THROTTLE Flaps UP when positive rate Airspeed Establish +7xx mph Flaps Bring up SLOWLY Clear Runway Checklist Trim SET “TAKEOFF” Flaps UP Fuel Pump OFF Cowl Flaps OPEN Landing Light OFF Transponder 1200 Shutdown Checklist Electrical AVIONICS OFF Throttle IDLE Mixture IDLE CUTOFF Magnetos OFF Master OFF Control Lock SECURE Tiedowns FASTEN CLOSE FLIGHT PLAN Flooded Engine Start Checklist Fuel Pump OFF Mixture IDLE CUT OFF Throttle FULL Starter CRANK Power Settings Power Cruise (75%): ..see tables.. Economy cruise (50%): see tables... Temperatures/Numbers CHT 400 Max (POH 475 max) EGT 1560 Max Oil Temp 245 Max (POH 100 min) Ram Air Use above 3000’ AGL RPM Stay out of RED range Emergency Procedures Engine Failure Memory Items ABCDE A Airspeed 105 mph B Best Place to Land (Check Wind Dir) C Checklist TRY RESTART D Declare Emergency 121.5 MAYDAY 7700 IDENT E Execute Landing Doors Open Seat Belts ENGINE RESTART Procedures Fuel Selector FULLEST Fuel Pump ON Mixture FULL RICH Throttle FULL THROTTLE Magnetos BOTH Emergency Landing (without power) Airspeed 105 mph Belts SECURE Cushions PROTECT HEAD Mixture IDLE CUTOFF Fuel Selector OFF Magnetos OFF Flaps FULL if possible Master OFF Door OPEN Landing SOFT FIELD Engine Fire in Flight Mixture IDLE CUTOFF Fuel Selector OFF Cabin Air/Heat CLOSE VENTS Flaps FULL FLAPS Master OFF Airspeed TOP of WHITE 100 mph Bank Angle 45 DEGREES Proceed with “Emergency Landing” Electrical Fire in Flight Master OFF Avionics OFF All Switches OFF Vents/Cabin Air CLOSED Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE Fire EXTINGUISHED Vents/Cabin Air VENT CABIN If electrical power is necessary, then: Master ON Circuit Breakers CHK, do not reset Radios OFF Avionics Master ON Radios/Switches ONE AT A TIME Wing Fire Navigation Lights OFF Pitot Heat OFF Strobe Lights OFF Side Slip PERFORM Excessive Rate of Charge Alternator OFF Alternator Breaker PULL OFF Nonessential Equipment OFF Flight Terminate ASAP Low Voltage Light On Avionics Master OFF Alternator Circuit Breaker CHECK IN Master (both sides) OFF Master (both sides) ON Low Voltage Light CHECK Avionics Master ON If low-voltage light illuminates again, then Alternator OFF Nonessential Radios/Equip OFF Flight Terminate ASAP Lost - ‘CCCCC’ Climb (Better radio range) Communicate (FSS, 121.5) Confess (Ask for help) Comply (Follow advice) Conserve (Fuel-slow down) SPIN RECOVERY Throttle IDLE Ailerons NEUTRAL Rudder OPPOSITE Rotation
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