Flight #: 1 – FIRST TEST FLIGHT Pilot: Date: Time: Objectives: • Determine Engine Reliability • Determine Basic Flight Control Characteristics Check Action DEPARTURE Do not use flaps Do not change throttle settings, mixture, or fuel tanks Remain above the airport Climb out at 70 MPH Climb to 4000’ MSL and level off CRUISE Limit prop RPM to 2300 Check engine gauges especially CHT and Oil Temp Maintain level flight Yaw rudder left and right 5 degrees 360 degree clearing turns (10 degrees bank) 360 degree clearing turns (20 degrees bank) Notes
Flight #: 1 – FIRST TEST FLIGHT Pilot: Date: Time: Objectives: • Determine Engine Reliability • Determine Basic Flight Control Characteristics Check Action DEPARTURE Do not use flaps Do not change throttle settings, mixture, or fuel tanks Remain above the airport Climb out at 70 MPH Climb to 4000’ MSL and level off CRUISE Limit prop RPM to 2300 Check engine gauges especially CHT and Oil Temp Maintain level flight Yaw rudder left and right 5 degrees 360 degree clearing turns (10 degrees bank) 360 degree clearing turns (20 degrees bank) Notes
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