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Commander 114 (Black Square) Startup Checklist
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Commander 114 (Black Square)MSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 204 steps · 17 phases
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF)REVIEWEDNOTE: The 114 flies on vacuum-driven gyros with a standby vacuum pull handle as the only backup. Check icing and cloud tops before launching IFR. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWED | |
| 03 | Fuel RequiredCALCULATEDNOTE: 70 US gal total, 68 usable (409 lbs). Typical cruise burn 86 PPH at 75% power, 65 PPH at 55%. | |
| 04 | Weight and BalanceWITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: Max ramp, takeoff and landing weight are all 3,140 lbs. Useful load is 1,255 lbs normally aspirated, 1,180 lbs turbonormalized. | |
| 05 | Takeoff and Landing DistanceCALCULATEDNOTE: Book figures at sea level: takeoff 2,150 ft over 50 ft (1,390 ft ground roll); landing 1,200 ft over 50 ft (710 ft ground roll). | |
| 06 | Cruise Altitude and PowerPLANNEDNOTE: Service ceiling 17,400 ft normally aspirated, 25,000 ft turbonormalized. The turbo's critical altitude is 18,000 ft. | |
| 07 | Radio Stack ConfigurationSELECTEDNOTE: Fifteen hot-swappable radio configurations, from a no-GPS Foster RNAV511 through KLN-90B, GNS 530/430 and GTN 750/650. | |
| 08 | Failure SettingsREVIEWEDNOTE: 75+ system failures are configurable from the tablet, random by MTBF or scheduled. |
PHS 2 — Before Starting Engine29 steps
| 01 | Preflight InspectionCOMPLETE | |
| 02 | Control LockREMOVE | |
| 03 | Seats and SeatbeltsSECURE | |
| 04 | Cabin DoorsLATCHED | |
| 05 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 06 | Avionics MasterOFF | |
| 07 | Circuit BreakersALL IN | |
| 08 | Electrical SwitchesALL OFF | |
| 09 | Alternate Static AirNORMAL | |
| 10 | Landing GearDOWN | |
| 11 | Alternate AirPUSH (OFF) | |
| 12 | Oxygen Pressure1550-1850 PSINOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 13 | Elevator TrimNEUTRAL | |
| 14 | Rudder TrimNEUTRAL | |
| 15 | Emergency Gear ValveHANDLE UP | |
| 16 | ThrottleCLOSED | |
| 17 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 18 | MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 19 | Cowl FlapsOPEN | |
| 20 | Standby AlternatorOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only - the 90 amp standby alternator is fitted with the optional air conditioning. | |
| 21 | Air ConditionerOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 22 | CO DetectorTEST | |
| 23 | Fuel SelectorBOTH | |
| 24 | Beacon LightON | |
| 25 | Standby VacuumPUSH (OFF) | |
| 26 | Pitch TrimOFF | |
| 27 | Battery MasterON | |
| 28 | Voltmeter11V MINIMUM | |
| 29 | Fuel QuantitiesCHECKNOTE: 35 US gal per tank, 70 total. Main tank gauge maximum is 27 gal / 163 lbs. |
PHS 3 — Engine Start (Cold)10 steps
| 01 | MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 02 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 03 | ThrottleFULL OPEN | |
| 04 | Fuel PumpON FOR 2-3 SEC | |
| 05 | Fuel FlowGREATER THAN 5 GPH | |
| 06 | Fuel PumpOFF | |
| 07 | ThrottleOPEN 1/4 IN | |
| 08 | Propeller AreaCLEAR | |
| 09 | StarterENGAGE | |
| 10 | Throttle800-1000 RPM |
PHS 4 — Engine Start (Hot)13 steps
| 01 | MixtureCUT-OFF | |
| 02 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 03 | Fuel PumpON FOR 10-20 SECNOTE: The long run purges vapour from the hot fuel lines before priming. | |
| 04 | Fuel PumpOFF | |
| 05 | MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 06 | ThrottleFULL OPEN | |
| 07 | Fuel PumpON FOR 2-3 SEC | |
| 08 | Fuel FlowGREATER THAN 5 GPH | |
| 09 | Fuel PumpOFF | |
| 10 | Propeller AreaCLEAR | |
| 11 | StarterENGAGE | |
| 12 | Throttle800-1000 RPM | |
| 13 | If No StartREPEAT |
PHS 5 — Engine Start (Flooded)8 steps
| 01 | MixtureCUT-OFF | |
| 02 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 03 | ThrottleFULL OPEN | |
| 04 | Propeller AreaCLEAR | |
| 05 | StarterENGAGE | |
| 06 | ThrottleREDUCE UNTIL START | |
| 07 | MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 08 | Throttle800-1000 RPM |
PHS 6 — After Starting16 steps
| 01 | Oil PressureINCREASE IN 30 SECCAUTION: Shut the engine down if oil pressure does not rise within 30 seconds. Green arc is 60-100 psi, red below 25 psi. | |
| 02 | AlternatorON | |
| 03 | AmmeterCHARGING | |
| 04 | Voltmeter13-16V | |
| 05 | Engine InstrumentsCHECK | |
| 06 | LightsAS REQUIRED | |
| 07 | AvionicsON | |
| 08 | StormscopeON | |
| 09 | AltimeterSET | |
| 10 | Directional GyroSET TO MAGNETIC | |
| 11 | Cabin Vent and HeatAS DESIRED | |
| 12 | Air ConditioningAS DESIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 13 | MixtureLEAN FOR TAXI | |
| 14 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 15 | BrakesCHECK | |
| 16 | Nose Wheel SteeringCHECK |
PHS 7 — Runup35 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | Flight ControlsFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 03 | FlapsFULLY CYCLENOTE: The flap switch is momentary down and latching up; return it to centre once the flaps are fully retracted. | |
| 04 | Elevator TrimNEUTRAL | |
| 05 | Rudder TrimNEUTRAL | |
| 06 | MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 07 | Throttle2000 RPM | |
| 08 | Check Magnetos175 RPM DROP MAX | |
| 09 | Exercise PropellerTO 300 RPM DROP | |
| 10 | Alternate AirTEST | |
| 11 | Gyro SuctionGREENNOTE: Green arc is 4.5-5.2 inHg. | |
| 12 | ThrottleIDLE | |
| 13 | Engine Persists600-700 RPM | |
| 14 | Standby VacuumPULL ON | |
| 15 | Vacuum SectionNOTE INCREASE | |
| 16 | Standby VacuumPUSH OFF | |
| 17 | Pitch TrimON | |
| 18 | Electric TrimEXERCISE | |
| 19 | Heading Bug30 DEGREES LEFT | |
| 20 | Autopilot HeadingENGAGE | |
| 21 | Yoke MovementOBSERVE | |
| 22 | Heading Bug30 DEGREES RIGHT | |
| 23 | Yoke MovementOBSERVE | |
| 24 | Autopilot DisconnectPRESS OFF | |
| 25 | Elevator TrimSET TAKEOFF | |
| 26 | Fuel SelectorBOTH | |
| 27 | Windows and DoorsCLOSED | |
| 28 | AltimeterSET | |
| 29 | Autopilot BarometerSET | |
| 30 | Departure AltitudeSET | |
| 31 | Vertical SpeedSET POSITIVE | |
| 32 | Directional GyroSET TO MAGNETIC | |
| 33 | Takeoff HeadingSET | |
| 34 | Panel LightsDIM FOR TAKEOFF | |
| 35 | Parking BrakeRELEASE |
PHS 8 — Normal Takeoff13 steps
| 01 | Fuel PumpON | |
| 02 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 03 | Flaps10 DEG | |
| 04 | Landing LightON | |
| 05 | Strobe LightsON | |
| 06 | Air ConditioningOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 07 | TransponderALT MODE | |
| 08 | ThrottleFULL POWERNOTE: 29.6 inHg at sea level normally aspirated; the turbonormalized engine holds 29.9 inHg to its critical altitude. | |
| 09 | Propeller RPM2700 | |
| 10 | Engine InstrumentsCHECK | |
| 11 | Landing GearUP - NO RWY REMAINING | |
| 12 | FlapsRETRACT AT 70 KTS | |
| 13 | AutopilotENGAGE |
PHS 9 — Max Continuous Power8 steps
| 01 | Airspeed91 KTSNOTE: Vy. Vx is 79 kts. | |
| 02 | ThrottleFULL OPEN | |
| 03 | Propeller2700 RPM | |
| 04 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 05 | Cowl FlapsAS REQUIRED | |
| 06 | Air ConditioningOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 07 | OxygenAS REQUIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 08 | Engine PerformanceMONITORCAUTION: CHT redline 500 degF, EGT redline 1650 degF, oil temperature redline 245 degF. |
PHS 10 — Normal Climb8 steps
| 01 | Airspeed100-120 KTSNOTE: The performance tables recommend 90 kts to 10,000 ft, 85 kts to 16,000 ft and 80 kts to 25,000 ft for a book cruise climb. | |
| 02 | Throttle25 INHG | |
| 03 | Propeller2500 RPM | |
| 04 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 05 | Cowl FlapsAS REQUIRED | |
| 06 | Air ConditioningAS DESIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 07 | OxygenAS REQUIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 08 | Engine PerformanceMONITOR |
PHS 11 — Cruise10 steps
| 01 | Cowl FlapsAS REQUIRED | |
| 02 | Throttle15-24 INHG | |
| 03 | Propeller2200-2700 RPMNOTE: Green arc is 2200-2700 RPM. 25 inHg / 2500 RPM is 75% power; 24 inHg / 2400 RPM is 65%; 21 inHg / 2200 RPM is 55%. | |
| 04 | Fuel PumpOFF | |
| 05 | Landing LightOFF | |
| 06 | Fuel SelectorMAINTAIN BALANCE | |
| 07 | Lean MixtureLOP OR ROP | |
| 08 | Cabin Vent and HeatAS DESIRED | |
| 09 | Air ConditioningAS DESIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 10 | Engine PerformanceMONITOR |
PHS 12 — Descent4 steps
| 01 | Cowl FlapsCLOSED | |
| 02 | ThrottleREDUCEWARNING: Do not fully retard the throttle above the turbocharger's critical altitude - engine combustion may cease. | |
| 03 | MixtureENRICHEN | |
| 04 | Engine PerformanceMONITOR |
PHS 13 — Approach10 steps
| 01 | Seats and SeatbeltsSECURE | |
| 02 | OxygenOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 03 | Fuel SelectorBOTH | |
| 04 | Fuel PumpON | |
| 05 | Landing LightON | |
| 06 | Air ConditioningOFFNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. | |
| 07 | Cowl FlapsAS REQUIRED | |
| 08 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 09 | Flaps20 DEGCAUTION: Vfe is 109 kts. | |
| 10 | Airspeed80 KTS |
PHS 14 — Landing6 steps
| 01 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 02 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 03 | Flaps35 DEG | |
| 04 | Landing GearDOWN AND LOCKEDCAUTION: Vle is 130 kts. Verify the three green gear position lights. | |
| 05 | Airspeed71 KTS MIN | |
| 06 | Autopilot DisconnectPRESS |
PHS 15 — Balked Landing8 steps
| 01 | MixtureMAX POWER | |
| 02 | Propeller2700 RPM | |
| 03 | ThrottleFULL OPEN | |
| 04 | Cowl FlapsOPEN | |
| 05 | Airspeed69 KTS MIN | |
| 06 | Engine InstrumentsCHECK | |
| 07 | Landing GearUP - NO RWY REMAINING | |
| 08 | FlapsRETRACT AT 70 KTS |
PHS 16 — After Landing6 steps
| 01 | FlapsUP | |
| 02 | Cowl FlapsOPEN | |
| 03 | Fuel PumpOFF | |
| 04 | LightsAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Air ConditioningAS DESIREDNOTE: Turbonormalized model only. Give the turbocharger time to cool at idle before shutdown, especially in cold weather. | |
| 06 | Cabin Vent and HeatAS DESIRED |
PHS 17 — Shutdown and Securing12 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | AvionicsOFF | |
| 03 | Electrical EquipmentALL OFF | |
| 04 | ThrottleCLOSED | |
| 05 | PropellerHIGH RPM | |
| 06 | MixtureCUT-OFF | |
| 07 | MagnetosOFF | |
| 08 | AlternatorsOFF | |
| 09 | Battery MasterOFF | |
| 10 | Fuel SelectorOFF | |
| 11 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 12 | Control LocksINSTALL |