EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Piper PA-28R Arrow III · Emergency Procedures
Overview
This document outlines the emergency procedures for the Piper PA-28R Arrow III. It serves as a critical reference for pilots in the event of various in-flight emergencies, including engine failure, electrical issues, and fire. The procedures are designed to ensure the safety of the aircraft and its occupants by providing clear, step-by-step instructions for handling emergencies effectively. Pilots should familiarize themselves with these procedures to enhance their preparedness and response in critical situations.
- Best glide speed is 79 KIAS during engine power loss in-flight.
- In case of engine fire during start, throttle should be full open and mixture idle cut-off.
- For loss of fuel pressure, turn on the fuel pump and check the fuel selector.
- In alternator failure, check the ammeter and reduce electrical load immediately.
- Follow power-off landing procedures if engine restart is unsuccessful.
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Originally published by www.beverlyflightcenter.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
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In this document
Engine Fire During Start
In the event of an engine fire during start, the pilot should crank the engine while keeping the throttle fully open. The mixture should be set to idle cut-off, and the fuel pump should be turned off. The fuel selector should also be switched off, and the door should be secured open to facilitate evacuation if necessary.
Engine Power Loss: Takeoff
If there is a loss of engine power during takeoff, the pilot should switch the fuel selector, turn on the fuel pump, and set the mixture to rich. If a restart is not possible, the pilot should follow the power-off landing procedure.
Engine Power Loss: In-Flight
In the event of engine power loss in-flight, the pilot should land as soon as possible. The best glide speed is 79 KIAS, and the pilot should switch fuel tanks and cycle the magnetos. If a restart is unsuccessful, the power-off landing procedure should be followed.
Loss Of Fuel Pressure
If fuel pressure is lost, the pilot should turn on the fuel pump and check that the fuel selector is on the fullest tank. This procedure is critical to restoring fuel flow to the engine.
Alternator Failure
In case of alternator failure, the pilot should check the ammeter and circuit breaker. If the alternator output is still zero, the alternator switch should be turned off and then back on after one second. Electrical load should be reduced, and landing should be performed as soon as possible.
Safety notes
- Always secure the door open in case of an engine fire for quick evacuation.
- Declare an emergency on 121.5 and squawk 7700 if necessary.
Full document text
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28R-201 ARROW III PA-28R-201 ARROW III Engine Fire During Start Power-Off Landing Starter -- crank engine Ignition -- OFF Mixture -- idle cut-off Master Switch -- OFF Throttle -- full open Fuel Selector -- OFF Fuel Pump -- OFF Mixture -- idle cut-off Fuel Selector -- OFF Seatbelts -- secure Door -- secured open Engine Power Loss: Takeoff Speed -- 75 KIAS for shortest landing, full flaps Fuel Selector -- switch Fire In Flight Fuel Pump -- ON Mixture – RICH (electrical fire) Alternate Air – ON Emergency Gear Lever – as required Master Switch -- OFF If no restart, follow POWER-OFF LANDING procedure Air Vents -- OPEN Cabin Heat -- OFF Engine Power Loss: In-Flight Defroster -- OFF Land as soon as possible Landing Gear Auto-Extension Override - ENGAGED Airspeed: 79 KIAS, Best Glide speed (engine fire) Best Site Checklist: Establish an Emergency Descent Fuel Selector – switch tanks Fuel Selector -- OFF Magnetos --cycle Throttle -- closed Mixture – FULL RICH Mixture -- idle cut-off Fuel Pump -ON Fuel Pump -- OFF Alternate Air -- ON Heater -- OFF Engine Gauges -- check for cause of loss Defroster -- OFF Windows / Air Vents -- OPEN If restart is unsuccessful: Follow POWER-OFF LANDING procedure Propeller – FULL DECREASE RPM Declare: Talk on 121.5; Squawk 7700; ELT –ON Evacuate: follow POWER OFF LANDING procedure EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28R-201 ARROW III EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PA-28R-201 ARROW III Loss Of Fuel Pressure Spin Recovery Fuel Pump -- ON Rudder -- full opposite direction of rotation Fuel Selector -- check to make sure on fullest tank Control Wheel -- full forward Ailerons -- neutral Alternator Failure Throttle -- idle Rudder -- neutral when rotation stops 1.) ALT light illuminated: Ammeter -- check to verify inoperative Flaps – UP Control Wheel -- as required to smoothly regain level flight attitude 2.) If ammeter shows zero: ALT circuit breaker -- check Open Door ALT switch – OFF (for 1 second), then ON Airspeed -- slow to 87 KIAS 3.) If still no alternator output: Air Vents -- closed ALT switch -- OFF Window -- open Electrical Load – reduced If upper latch open -- latch Land A.S.A.P. – battery is only source of power If lower latch open -- pull on arm rest and latch If both latches open -- latch lower, then upper Emergency Landing Gear Extension Propeller Overspeed Landing Gear -RECYCLE Master Switch – ON Throttle – retard Circuit Breakers – check Oil Pressure – Check Panel Lights – OFF (in daytime) Prop control – full DECREASE RPM, then set if Gear Indicator Bulbs – check any control is available Airspeed – slow to 87 KIAS or below Airspeed – reduced Landing Gear Selector – DOWN Throttle -as required to remain below 2700 RPM Emergency Gear Lever – OVERRIDE ENGAGED (while fishtailing airplane) Loss Of Oil Pressure / High Oil Temperature Emergency Gear Lever – EMERGENCY DOWN (while fishtailing airplane) Lands as soon as possible and investigate Prepare for a power-off landing