Preflight Check
Once in the takeoff area:
- Hydraulic Pressure Gauge Selector Switch—UTILITY
- Speed Brake Switch—IN—Check speed brake is up, then move the switch to the OFF position.
- Wing Flaps—INTERMEDIATE
- Takeoff trim—CHECK
- Pitot heat—ON
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Canopy—CLOSED AND LOCKED
Note
Ensure a tight seal by holding the canopy control switch in the CLOSE position for a few seconds after the CANOPY NOT LOCKED warning light extinguishes.
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Anti-Collision Lights—AS REQUIRED