Technical data

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TAXIING
1. DESCRIPTION
This chapter provides instructions necessary to taxi the aircraft. The airplane is controlled with toe oper-
ated brakes during taxiing.
2. MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
A. Airplane Taxiing
Note: Engine starting, taxiing, and shut-down may only be performed by authorized personnel.
CAUTION: During the towing operation, do not turn the nose gear beyond its steering radius on
either side of center. Exceeding the steering radius will result in damage to the nose
gear and steering mechanism. (See Figure 9-101)
(1) Start Engine. (Refer to Pilot’s Operating Handbook Section 4)
(2) Advance Throttle.
(3) Release parking brake.
(4) Taxi a few feet forward and apply the brakes to determine brake effectiveness.
CAUTION: Observe wing clearance when taxiing near building or other stationary object.
On uneven ground, taxi operations must be performed especially carefully to
avoid propeller ground strike.
Do not operate engine at high RPM when taxing over ground containing loose
stones, gravel, or any material that may cause damage to propeller blades.
(5) Taxi airplane to desired location.
(6) Turn off airplane.
(7) Park, chock, and moor the airplane as required.
30 Nov 2000