CA.II.F.K1bFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

b. Detecting malfunctions

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

Bottom line

The checklist is a memory aid and helps to ensure that critical items necessary for the safe operation of aircraft are not overlooked or forgotten.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-23) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AFH ch. 1 (p. 1-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-33) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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