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AI.V.F.K1bFAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge

b. Detecting malfunctions

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

Bottom line

Checklists are used to verify 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. AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-25) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  4. RMH ch. 1 (p. 1-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  5. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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