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- TAKING FLIGHT
c. Check the main wheel tire for proper inflation. d. Visually check the fuel quantity and that the fuel filler cap is secure.
Safety on the Ground and in the Air
e. Inspect the fuel strainer; repeat as with right wing.
If you are going to'take a flight:
f. Remove the pitot tube cover, if installed, and check the tube opening for stoppage. (The pitot tube measures air pressure and works with the air speed indicator.) g. Check the fuel tank vent opening for stoppage, h. Check the stall warning for stoppage.
• Obey all instructions of the pilot and crew. • •• •,;;.;' •.:"'...."•,., \ • ' , " . • Fasten your Seat belt securely fartakepffs and landings and when instructed to dp so: It is a good idea to keep your seat belt fastened whenever the airplane is moving-—in the air or ' tin the ground. ; ' f:']'^-'i': -. '}i i ••",' '.'••. . • ..'•"'.. . . " . . " • ' : •;•; If you are walking around aircraft or hangars: ; :
7. Left wing (trailing edge) a. Check the aileron for freedom of movement and security. After the pilot completes a preflight check and boards the airplane, the checking continues. There is a checklist for every phase of flight, and'the pilot uses this list to make sure everything is properly set before moving on to the next flying task.
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• Keep vyell away from propellers and helicopter tail rotors, evert if they are not turning. • Keep aWay from jet intakes and exhausts. • Heed all warning signs.
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As an airport visitor: • Keep off the flying field.
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• Stay out of operations rooms and the control tower unless ; you are being conducted by a guide. Remember that we live in an era of heightened security concerns. At major airport or radar facilities, expect to pass through tight checkpoints where you may need tq empty your pockets. ! Never walk on an active tarmac; the noise may distract you from another danger you can't see.
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