PIPER ARCHER II CHECKLIST (PA-28-181)
Piper PA-28 Archer DX · Checklist
Overview
This document is a checklist for the Piper PA-28-181, commonly known as the Piper Archer II. It provides a comprehensive set of procedures for pilots to follow before, during, and after flight operations. The checklist is organized into sections that cover preflight inspections, engine start procedures, taxiing, takeoff, landing, and emergency procedures. It is designed to ensure safety and efficiency in flight operations by guiding pilots through critical tasks and checks. The checklist includes specific airspeeds, fuel management, and emergency protocols, making it an essential reference for pilots operating this aircraft model.
- Useable fuel capacity is 48 gallons, with 34 gallons to tabs.
- Airspeed for normal takeoff (Vr) is 55 KIAS.
- Best rate of climb (Vy) is 76 KIAS.
- Emergency descent airspeed is 120 KIAS.
- Max flap extend speed (Vfe) is 102 KIAS.
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Originally published by northamptonairport.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
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Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Piper PA-28 Archer DX.
- 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
Before Start
This section outlines the necessary checks and preparations before starting the engine. Key items include securing seats and belts, setting brakes, checking electrical equipment, and ensuring the fuel selector is set to the desired tank.
Engine Start
The engine start procedures include opening the throttle to 1/4 inch, turning on the master switch, and engaging the starter after ensuring the propeller area is clear. It also emphasizes checking oil pressure and fuel pressure after starting.
Pre-Takeoff Briefing
Pilots are reminded to complete a pre-takeoff briefing, which includes ensuring all controls are free and correct, and that the aircraft is configured for takeoff with the appropriate flaps set.
Emergency Procedures
This section details emergency protocols for various scenarios, including engine failure, engine roughness, and electrical fires. It provides step-by-step actions to take in each situation to ensure pilot and passenger safety.
V-Speeds
The checklist provides critical V-speeds for the aircraft: Vne (Never Exceed) is 154 KIAS, Vno (Max Cruise) is 125 KIAS, and Vr (Rotate Speed) is 55 KIAS, among others. These speeds are essential for safe flight operations.
Safety notes
- Always ensure the propeller area is clear before starting the engine.
- In case of engine failure, switch fuel tanks and check engine gauges immediately.
- For electrical fires, turn off electrical equipment and master switch.
Full document text
PIPER ARCHER II CHECKLIST (PA-28-181) Before Start Preflight Inspection___ *S.A.F.E.T.Y Passenger Briefing____ COMPLETE Seats & Belts__________ SECURED Brakes____________________ SET Electrical Equipment________ OFF Circuit Breakers__________ CHECK Carburetor Heat____________OFF Fuel Selector______DESIRED TANK Engine Start Throttle_____________1/4” OPEN Master Switch______________ON Electric Fuel Pump___________ON Mixture______________FULL RICH Strobes/Beacon_____________ON Engine Prime__________AS REQ’D Propeller Area____________CLEAR Starter________________ENGAGE Throttle_____________1000 RPMs Oil Pressure_____________CHECK Electric Fuel Pump__________OFF Fuel Pressure____________CHECK Avionics Master_____________ON Transponder_____________On/Alt Radios_________Set-up and Check Pre-Taxi Pre-Taxi Brief_________COMPLETE Taxi Area________________CLEAR Brakes__________________CHECK Steering/Instruments______CHECK Controls______WIND CORRECTION Before Takeoff Run-up Parking Brake______________ SET Throttle_____________2000 RPMs Magnetos_______ MAX -175 DROP MAX 50 DIFFER Carburetor Heat_________On/Test Ammeter________________CHECK Vacuum________________5.0” HG Oil Temperature__________CHECK Oil Pressure______________CHECK Fuel Pressure____________ CHECK Fuel Gages_________AS EXPECTED Annunciator Panel________CHECK Throttle_____________1000 RPMs Carburetor Heat____________OFF Electric Fuel Pump___________ON Mixture___________________ SET Primer______________ IN/LOCKED Flight Instruments________ CHECK Fuel Selector______DESIRED TANK Seat Backs_______________ERECT Belts/Harnesses_______ FASTENED Flaps_____________________ SET Trim Tab______________NEUTRAL Controls__________FREE/CORRECT Doors________________ LATCHED Radios____________________ SET Transponder_______________ SET Strobes____________________ON Landing Light_______________ON Pre-Takeoff Briefing____COMPLETE Departure___________ANNOUNCE Normal Takeoff Flaps_______________RETRACTED Time___________________CHECK Heading Indicator_________CHECK Engine Instruments_______CHECK Airspeed (Vr)____________55 KIAS Climb (Vy)______________76 KIAS Short Field Takeoff Flaps (25*)___________2 NOTCHES Brakes____________________SET Time___________________CHECK Heading Indicator_________CHECK Throttle__________________FULL Engine Instruments_______CHECK Brakes________________RELEASE Airspeed (Vr)____________49 KIAS Climb (Vx)______________64 KIAS (Vy)______________76 KIAS Flaps_________________RETRACT Soft Field Takeoff Flaps (25*)___________2 NOTCHES Controls_____________ FULL BACK Time___________________CHECK Heading Indicator_________CHECK Airspeed__________ ROTATE ASAP Ground Effect_________ESTABLISH Climb (Vy)______________ 76 KIAS Flaps_________________ RETRACT Cruise/Enroute Throttle____________ As Required Trim_________________ AS REQ’D Fuel Pump_________________OFF Mixture________________ADJUST Landing Light_______________OFF Approach/Landing Arrival Procedure__________BRIEF Fuel Selector______DESIRED TANK Mixture______________FULL RICH Electric Fuel Pump___________ON Landing Light_______________ON Flaps_________________AS REQ’D Approach Speed_______70 KTS +-5 After Landing Flaps_________________ RETRACT Electric Fuel Pump__________ OFF Landing Light_______________OFF Engine Shut Down Electrical Equipment________ OFF Throttle______________ FULL AFT Mixture___________IDLE CUT-OFF Magnetos_________________ OFF Master Switch______________OFF Nav/Beacon________________OFF Hobbs/Tach____________ RECORD Cockpit________________ SECURE Tie-Down_______________ CHECK EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Engine Failure Airspeed (Vg)____________73 KIAS Locate Suitable Landing Area Fuel Selector______SWITCH TANKS Electric Fuel Pump___________ON Mixture______________FULL RICH Throttle________________ADJUST Carburetor Heat_____________ON Engine Gauges___________CHECK Primer______________IN/LOCKED Ignition Restart________Magnetos *Establish Spiral Over Landing Area *Radio – (121.50) MAYDAY *Transponder – 7700 *Ignition – OFF *Electrical Equipment – OFF *Master Switch – OFF *Fuel Selector - OFF *Mixture – IDLE/CUT-OFF *Seatbelts – Tighten *Flaps – ON FINAL *Door – OPEN Engine Roughness Carburetor Heat_____________ON Mixture______________FULL RICH Electric Fuel Pump___________ON Fuel Selector_____CHANGE TANKS Engine Gauges___________CHECK Magnetos_____________L-R-BOTH *Land as Soon as Possible Engine Fire on Start Starter____________________ CRANK Mixture______________IDLE/CUT-OFF Throttle____________________OPEN Electric Fuel Pump_____________OFF Fuel Selector__________________OFF Abandon Aircraft Engine Fire in Flight Fuel Selector_______________OFF Electric Fuel Pump__________OFF Throttle_______________FULL AFT Mixture___________IDLE/CUT-OFF Heater/Defroster___________OFF Windows/Doors___________OPEN Vents___________________ OPEN *Emergency Descent Maneuver *Airspeed 120 KIAS (blow-out) *Power-Off Landing Electrical Fire Electrical Equipment_________OFF Master Switch______________OFF Heater/Defroster___________ OFF Vents___________________ OPEN *Land as Soon as Practical Alternator Failure “ALT” Annunciator___________ON Electrical Load__________ REDUCE ALT Switch______ ”OFF” then “ON” *Land as Soon as Practical V – Speeds Vne – Never Exceed 154 KIAS Vno – Max Cruise 125 KIAS Va - Maneuver Speed 113 KIAS Vfe – Max Flap Extend 102 KIAS Vy – Best Rate Climb 76 KIAS Vg – Best Glide 76 KIAS Vx – Best Angle Climb 64 KIAS Vr – Rotate Speed 55 KIAS Vs1 – Stall Speed Clean 55 KIAS Vs0 – Stall Speed Flaps 49 KIAS Calculate Take-off/Landing Distances Cruise Range Fuel Burn Useful Load Weight & Balance Useable Fuel – 48 gal Useable Fuel to Tabs – 34 gal This checklist is provided for reference only and is not intended to be a substitute for the Pilot Operating Handbook. Passenger Briefing S – Seatbelts A – Air Vents/Air Sickness F – Fire Extinguisher E – Exits T – Traffic/Talking Y – Your Questions Pre-Taxi Briefing *Establish P.I.C. Responsibilities
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*Positive Exchange of Controls *Review Airport Diagram and Taxi Route *Read back Taxi Instructions and Hold Short Requirements *Observe Sterile Cockpit Procedure *Collision Avoidance Practices Departure Briefing *Normal Departure Emergency Brief (While on Runway) *Power to Idle *Apply Brakes until Stoppped (After Liftoff) *Lower nose to Best Glide *Land ahead or within 30* to the right or left (altitude permitting) *At or above pattern altitude consider return to airport