Piper PA-28 Archer III — Checklist

This document serves as a preflight checklist for the Piper PA-28 Archer III, specifically the PA-28-181 model. It is designed for pilots to ensure all necessary checks and procedures are completed before flight. The checklist includes various sections covering cockpit safety checks, engine start procedures, and emergency protocols. It provides detailed instructions on checking fuel levels, flight controls, and other critical systems to ensure the aircraft is ready for safe operation. The document is dated November 1, 2019, and is attributed to East Coast Aero Club, with contributions from Scott Pace and Marc Nathanson.

• Fuel selector should be set to the lowest tank or either tank before engine start.
• Mixture should be set to rich below 5000 feet.
• Throttle should be set to 800 RPM after engine start.
• Check oil pressure immediately after starting the engine.
• Maintain a climb airspeed of 87 KIAS for best performance.