Cherokee Six PA-32-300 Questionnaire

Pilot Information

Pilot's Name ______Date of Checkout ______

Primary Phone______Second Phone ______

E-Mail ______

Total PIC Time______Time Last Six Months ______Total Time PA-32 ______

Airplane Certificates & Ratings ______

Aircraft Questionnaire

Engine Make and Model ______

Rated Horsepower Include Horsepower and RPM ______

Propeller Manufacturer and Type ______

Max Gross Weight ______Max Forward Baggage Weight ______

Max Aft Baggage Weight ______Basic Empty Weight ______Moment ______

Useful Load ______

Vr______

Vso ______

Vs1 ______

Vfe ______

Vy At max gross weight ______

Vx At max gross weight ______

Vne ______

Vno ______

Va At max gross weight ______

Demonstrated Crosswind Component ______

Best Glide Speed ______

Enroute Climb Speed ______

Final Approach Speed with Flaps Down ______

Maximum Positive Load Factor ______

Maximum Negative Load Factor ______

Number of Fuel Tanks ______

Main Fuel Tank Total Capacity ______

Tip Fuel Tank Total Capacity ______

When flying, which tanks should be USED first? ______

Weight in excess of 3112 lbs can only be ______

Describe an acceptable method for managing fuel and switching tanks

How many fuel drains are on this aircraft? ______

Where are the fuel drains located?

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What type of fuel is approved? ______

What is the maximum oil capacity? ______

What is the minimum oil capacity? ______

Although the max and min oil limits are dynamic, where should the oil level be kept most of the time? ______

What is the battery voltage? ______

What is the alternator output voltage? ______

Does it have a load meter or an ammeter? ______

When using external power to start the engine, what position should the master switch be in before connecting the external power cord into the airplane? ______

If the master switch is OFF, will the stall warning system operate correctly? ______

What is the initial climb POWER and RPM setting after reaching 1000' AGL near sea level?

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What is a manufacturer recommended cruise power and propeller settings at 8,000'MSL for 65% power? MP ______and RPM ______

What is a manufacturer recommended cruise power and propeller setting at 10,000'MSL for 55% power?MP ______and RPM ______

What is the CG loaded with 50 gallons of fuel, a 190 lb pilot, a 120 lb co-pilot, one 160 lb passenger in center seat, two 150 lb passengers in the aft seat, and a 50 pound suitcase in the forward baggage compartment? ______

Calculate the takeoff distance with the above loaded airplane at 427', Wind 280 at 10. Temp 20C

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What TAS and best economy range with a 45 minute fuel reserve can you expect with the above loaded airplane at 8,000' MSL at 2200 RPM?

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State the landing ground roll at max gross weight at sea level with wind calm at standard temperature

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Are aerobatic maneuvers including spins allowed? ______

What is the recommended soft field takeoff configuration and procedure?

The three flap configurations are: (Each notch of flaps) 1st ______2nd ______3rd ______

When landing in a strong crosswind, is it a good idea to use partial or no flaps and why?

How many miles per thousand feet can you glide (at best glide) with power at idle?______

Several PA-32 accidents related to fuel starvation have resulted from:

Power Settings for PA 32-300
Power / Result (MPH)
Best Rate/Angle Climb / Full / VY 105 or VX 95
Cruise Climb (25 Squared) / 25”
Normal Cruise (24”, RPM 2200-2400) / 24” / 140
Approach Level (Flaps 1) / 19” / 100
Normal Descent (Flaps 1) 500 FPM / 12” / 100
Fast Descent (Flaps 1) 800 FPM / 10” / 100
Slow Flight (Flaps 3) / 21” / 70
Downwind (Clean) / 17” / 100
Numbers (Flaps 1) / 12” / 90
Base (Flaps 2) / 12” / 90
Final (Flaps 3) / 12” / 90
Short Field (Power as required) / 12” / 80
Airspeeds for Various Configurations
Best Glide / 100
VA / 149
VX / 95
VY / 105
VSO / 63
VS1 / 71
VR / 70 (Short Field 60)
VFE / 125
VNO / 168
VNE / 212