PRE-Take-off Checks “CHIEFTAP”

Controls:

• Move the wing to all extremes, left and right, forward and back to ensure free and fluid movement

Harnesses and Hatch’s

• Check Harnesses and Helmets for both Pilot and Passenger.
• Visual check of Hatch’s on each wing and nose cone

Instruments

• Check all instruments are operational.
• Check Temps and Pressures (T’s & P’s) are up to operational levels
• Check Fuel level
• Check Altimeter is set

Engine

• Raise engine revs to approx 2,500 RPM.
• Switch off each MAG in turn to test

Fuel

• Confirm enough fuel for both flight and allow for possible divert/go-arounds

Trim and “Tangs”

• Set wing trim for takeoff
• Check “Tangs” (clips that secure the front pole)
• Visual check of Hang bolt

Area

• Make sure area is clear of aircraft – check no aircraft on final approach before entering runway

Power

• Apply power smoothly
• Use full power on take of for power check