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AA.II.E.K1bFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

b. Detecting malfunctions

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Purpose of pre-takeoff checklist items, including: b. Detecting malfunctions

Bottom line

Checklists verify that the aircraft instruments and systems are checked, set, and operating properly. Checklists also ensure the proper procedures are performed if there is a system malfunction or in-flight emergency. To avoid missing important steps, always use the appropriate checklists when available.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-23) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. RMH ch. 1 (p. 1-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  5. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
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