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Beechcraft Duke B60 (Black Square) Startup Checklist
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Beechcraft Duke B60 (Black Square)MSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 153 steps · 16 phases
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF)REVIEWEDNOTE: The Duke is a pressurised twin that cruises in the mid-20s. Check winds aloft and icing through the whole climb. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWED | |
| 03 | Fuel RequiredCALCULATEDCAUTION: The TIO-541s burn 40-46 GPH combined at cruise. 142 gal usable standard gives under three hours with reserve. | |
| 04 | Weight & BalanceWITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: MTOW 6,775 lbs. The Duke has a modest useful load once the tanks are full. | |
| 05 | Takeoff, Accelerate-Stop and Single-Engine ClimbCALCULATEDWARNING: Single-engine ceiling is around 15,700 ft. Brief the drift-down altitude before departing into high terrain. | |
| 06 | OxygenCHECKEDNOTE: Required as a backup for a pressurisation failure at altitude. | |
| 07 | Radio Stack ConfigurationSELECTED ON THE TABLETNOTE: Twelve hot-swappable panels, from a Bendix KNS-81 RNAV to a Garmin GTN 750. | |
| 08 | Payload, Fuel and FailuresSET ON THE TABLETNOTE: Black Square models over 130 failure modes. Check what is armed before you fly. |
PHS 2 — Pre-Flight Exterior Inspection15 steps
| 01 | Aircraft DocumentsON BOARD | |
| 02 | Control LockREMOVED | |
| 03 | Magneto Switches (both engines)OFFWARNING: Confirm both magneto switches are OFF before handling either propeller. | |
| 04 | Battery MasterON - CHECK FUEL AND LIGHTS, THEN OFF | |
| 05 | Fuel Quantity and CapsCHECK MAINS AND AUX | |
| 06 | Fuel SumpsDRAINED - CHECK FOR WATER | |
| 07 | Engine Oil (both)CHECK QUANTITYCAUTION: The turbochargers are oil cooled. Never dispatch either engine low on oil. | |
| 08 | Turbochargers and ExhaustCHECK FOR LEAKS AND STAINING | |
| 09 | Propellers and SpinnersCHECK FOR NICKS AND OIL | |
| 10 | Cowl Flaps (both)OPEN AND FREE | |
| 11 | Landing Gear and TyresCHECK STRUTS, DOORS, BRAKES | |
| 12 | Cabin Door and SealsCHECK CONDITIONCAUTION: A damaged door seal will prevent the cabin from holding pressure. | |
| 13 | Pitot Tubes and Static PortsCLEAR - COVERS REMOVED | |
| 14 | Control SurfacesFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 15 | Chocks and Tie-DownsREMOVED |
PHS 3 — Before Start12 steps
| 01 | Seats, Belts, HarnessesADJUSTED AND SECURE | |
| 02 | Cabin DoorCLOSED AND LATCHEDWARNING: Check the latch indication. An improperly latched door cannot be secured once pressurised. | |
| 03 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 04 | Flight ControlsFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 05 | Circuit BreakersALL IN | |
| 06 | Avionics MasterOFF | |
| 07 | Landing Gear HandleDOWN | |
| 08 | Cowl FlapsBOTH OPEN | |
| 09 | Propeller ControlsBOTH FULL FORWARD | |
| 10 | Fuel SelectorsBOTH ON MAIN | |
| 11 | Cabin PressurisationDUMP / UNPRESSURISED FOR START | |
| 12 | Cabin Altitude ControllerSET FIELD ELEVATION |
PHS 4 — Engine Start14 steps
| 01 | Battery and GeneratorsBATTERY ON, GENERATORS ON | |
| 02 | Beacon LightON | |
| 03 | Left Engine - MixtureFULL RICH | |
| 04 | Left Engine - ThrottleOPEN 1/2 INCH | |
| 05 | Left Engine - Boost PumpON UNTIL FUEL FLOW STABILISES | |
| 06 | Left Engine - MixtureIDLE CUTOFFCAUTION: The TIO-541 floods easily. Crank at cutoff and advance the mixture only as it fires. | |
| 07 | Propeller AreaCLEAR - CALL CLEAR PROPWARNING: Confirm both propeller arcs are clear before engaging a starter. | |
| 08 | Left Engine - StarterENGAGE | |
| 09 | Left Engine - MixtureADVANCE AS ENGINE FIRES | |
| 10 | Left Engine - ThrottleSET 1,000-1,200 RPM | |
| 11 | Left Engine - Oil PressureRISING WITHIN 30 SECONDSWARNING: No oil pressure within 30 seconds means immediate shutdown. The turbo bearing fails first. | |
| 12 | Right EngineREPEAT START SEQUENCE | |
| 13 | Right Engine - Oil PressureRISING WITHIN 30 SECONDS | |
| 14 | Boost PumpsBOTH OFFNOTE: Confirm the engine-driven pumps hold fuel pressure. |
PHS 5 — After Start10 steps
| 01 | GeneratorsBOTH CHARGING | |
| 02 | Vacuum / SuctionIN GREEN ON BOTH PUMPS | |
| 03 | Avionics MasterON | |
| 04 | Radios and NavigationTUNED AND SET | |
| 05 | TransponderSTANDBY - CODE SET | |
| 06 | Directional GyroALIGNED TO COMPASS | |
| 07 | AltimeterSET TO FIELD ELEVATION | |
| 08 | Cabin TemperatureSETNOTE: Black Square models the cabin heating and cooling system in detail, including cool-down time. | |
| 09 | Annunciator PanelTEST - NO WARNINGS | |
| 10 | Oil TemperatureWARMINGCAUTION: Do not exceed 1,200 RPM until oil temperature begins to rise. |
PHS 6 — Taxi6 steps
| 01 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINED | |
| 02 | Parking BrakeRELEASED | |
| 03 | BrakesCHECK EFFECTIVE | |
| 04 | Flight InstrumentsCHECK IN TURNS | |
| 05 | Cowl FlapsBOTH OPEN | |
| 06 | Taxi SpeedWALKING PACECAUTION: Keep the power low. Taxiing on high manifold pressure spools the turbos and heats the engines. |
PHS 7 — Run-Up10 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET - NOSE INTO WIND | |
| 02 | Oil Temperature (both)IN GREEN | |
| 03 | Throttles2,000 RPM BOTH | |
| 04 | PropellersCYCLE EACH 2-3 TIMES | |
| 05 | Propeller FeatheringCHECK EACH SIDE BRIEFLYCAUTION: Do not let RPM fall below 1,000 during the feather check. | |
| 06 | Magnetos (both engines)CHECK L AND R EACHCAUTION: Max drop 175 RPM per magneto, max difference 50 RPM. | |
| 07 | Turbocharger OperationCHECK MANIFOLD PRESSURE RESPONSENOTE: Advance each throttle briefly and confirm the turbo produces boost smoothly. | |
| 08 | Generator LoadCHECK BOTH | |
| 09 | Engine InstrumentsGREEN BOTH SIDES - CHT AND TIT | |
| 10 | ThrottlesIDLE CHECK, THEN 1,000 RPM |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff13 steps
| 01 | FlapsUP (OR APPROACH FOR SHORT FIELD)NOTE: Vfe approach 152 KIAS, full 122 KIAS. | |
| 02 | TrimSET FOR TAKEOFF (PITCH, RUDDER, AILERON) | |
| 03 | MixturesBOTH FULL RICH | |
| 04 | PropellersBOTH FULL FORWARD | |
| 05 | Fuel SelectorsBOTH ON MAIN | |
| 06 | Boost PumpsAS REQUIRED | |
| 07 | Cowl FlapsBOTH OPEN | |
| 08 | PressurisationARMED - CABIN SET FOR CRUISE ALTITUDENOTE: Set the cabin controller for the planned cruise level so it schedules the climb automatically. | |
| 09 | Flight ControlsFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 10 | Doors and WindowsLATCHED AND SEALED | |
| 11 | Engine-Out BriefCOMPLETEWARNING: Below Vmca an engine failure means both throttles closed and land ahead. Above blue line, identify, verify, feather. | |
| 12 | LightsLANDING, STROBES, NAV ON | |
| 13 | TransponderALT |
PHS 9 — Takeoff9 steps
| 01 | Takeoff ClearanceRECEIVED | |
| 02 | ThrottlesADVANCE SLOWLY TO TAKEOFF POWERWARNING: Advance over 3-5 seconds. A rapid throttle push will overboost the turbocharged TIO-541. | |
| 03 | Manifold PressureSET TAKEOFF LIMIT - DO NOT EXCEEDCAUTION: Watch both manifold pressure gauges through the roll. Boost continues to build as you accelerate. | |
| 04 | Engine InstrumentsRPM, FUEL FLOW, TIT MATCHED BOTH SIDES | |
| 05 | Airspeed AliveCHECK | |
| 06 | Rotate85 KIAS | |
| 07 | Landing GearUP - POSITIVE RATE, NO RUNWAY REMAININGCAUTION: Vlo 152 KIAS. | |
| 08 | Blue LineACCELERATE TO 101 KIAS (Vyse)WARNING: Blue line is the minimum single-engine climb speed. Reach it and hold it until clean. | |
| 09 | Climb Speed105 KIAS (Vy) ONCE CLEAN |
PHS 10 — Climb9 steps
| 01 | FlapsUP (IF USED) | |
| 02 | Boost PumpsOFF ABOVE 1,000 FT AGL | |
| 03 | Climb PowerSET CLIMB MANIFOLD PRESSURE AND 2,400-2,500 RPM | |
| 04 | Cowl FlapsOPEN - MONITOR CHT AND TITWARNING: The Duke's cylinders and turbines both run hot. Cowl flaps stay open until temperatures stabilise. | |
| 05 | Airspeed130-140 KIAS CRUISE CLIMB | |
| 06 | Cabin PressurisationCHECK CABIN CLIMBINGNOTE: Cabin rate should be gentle. Max differential is 4.7 psi. | |
| 07 | MixturesADJUST TO HOLD TARGET FUEL FLOW | |
| 08 | Propeller SyncSYNCHRONISE | |
| 09 | Cabin AltitudeMONITORWARNING: If cabin altitude climbs through 12,500 ft, don oxygen and start a descent. |
PHS 11 — Cruise8 steps
| 01 | Cruise AltitudeLEVEL OFF | |
| 02 | PowerSET CRUISE MANIFOLD PRESSURE / 2,200-2,300 RPM | |
| 03 | Cowl FlapsCLOSED OR TRAIL | |
| 04 | MixturesLEAN EACH ENGINE TO TARGET TITCAUTION: TIT is the limiting parameter on the TIO-541, not EGT. Lean each engine separately. | |
| 05 | Cabin DifferentialCHECK WITHIN 4.7 PSI | |
| 06 | Fuel ManagementTRANSFER FROM AUX AS FITTEDCAUTION: Aux fuel transfers to the mains. Confirm the mains are accepting fuel before the aux tanks run dry. | |
| 07 | Cruise Speed220-240 KTAS IN THE MID-20s | |
| 08 | Engine InstrumentsMONITOR CHT, TIT, OIL BOTH SIDES |
PHS 12 — Descent8 steps
| 01 | ATIS / Destination WeatherOBTAINED | |
| 02 | AltimeterSET TO LOCAL QNH | |
| 03 | Cabin Altitude ControllerSET DESTINATION FIELD ELEVATIONCAUTION: Set this before descending, or the cabin will be forced down at an uncomfortable rate near the field. | |
| 04 | MixturesENRICHEN AS YOU DESCEND | |
| 05 | PowerREDUCE 1-2 IN HG AT A TIMEWARNING: Never chop the power. Shock cooling cracks cylinders and turbo housings. | |
| 06 | Cowl FlapsCLOSED | |
| 07 | Cabin DifferentialMONITOR APPROACHING ZERO | |
| 08 | Approach BriefCOMPLETE |
PHS 13 — Before Landing10 steps
| 01 | Seat Belts and HarnessesSECURE | |
| 02 | PressurisationCABIN DEPRESSURISED BEFORE LANDINGWARNING: Landing with residual cabin pressure can damage the airframe and jam the door. | |
| 03 | Fuel SelectorsBOTH ON MAIN | |
| 04 | Boost PumpsAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | MixturesBOTH FULL RICH | |
| 06 | PropellersBOTH FULL FORWARD | |
| 07 | Landing GearDOWN AND LOCKED - 3 GREENWARNING: Confirm three green before the threshold. | |
| 08 | FlapsAS REQUIREDNOTE: Approach flaps below 152 KIAS, full below 122 KIAS. | |
| 09 | Cowl FlapsCLOSED | |
| 10 | Landing LightON |
PHS 14 — Landing6 steps
| 01 | Final Approach Speed105 KIASNOTE: The Duke is heavy and slick. Get it stable and on speed early. | |
| 02 | Landing GearRECHECK 3 GREENWARNING: Final gear check. | |
| 03 | ThresholdPOWER TO IDLE | |
| 04 | FlareTOUCH DOWN ON MAIN WHEELS | |
| 05 | NosewheelLOWER GENTLY | |
| 06 | BrakingAS REQUIREDCAUTION: Landing roll is long. Plan for 1,600 ft of ground roll at weight. |
PHS 15 — After Landing7 steps
| 01 | Clear of RunwayCONFIRM PAST HOLD SHORT | |
| 02 | FlapsUP | |
| 03 | Cowl FlapsBOTH OPEN | |
| 04 | Boost PumpsOFF | |
| 05 | PressurisationDUMP / OFF | |
| 06 | Landing Light and StrobesOFF | |
| 07 | TransponderSTANDBY |
PHS 16 — Shutdown / Securing8 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | ThrottlesIDLE FOR 2-5 MINUTESWARNING: Turbocharger cool-down. Shutting down hot bakes the oil in the turbo bearings on both engines. | |
| 03 | Avionics Master and RadiosOFF | |
| 04 | MixturesBOTH IDLE CUTOFF | |
| 05 | MagnetosBOTH OFF AFTER ENGINES STOP | |
| 06 | Generators and BatteryOFF | |
| 07 | Fuel SelectorsAS REQUIRED | |
| 08 | Control Lock, Chocks, Tie-DownsINSTALLED |