Takeoff Checklist - P-5530015

JOINT ADVANCED MULTI-ENGINE T-44A

NOTE: The propeller of the outboard engine shall not cross the runway edge marking of Runway 4/22 while

manuvering into the runup area. Doing so could result in a propeller striking a runway edge light.

Takeoff Checklist. Accomplish the Takeoff Checklist in accordance with NATOPS and Appendix E.

110.

NOTES:

(1) Block assignments/instrument departure requests shall be made from the runup area on all

FAM/BI/FORM flights. If takeoff is not commenced within 30 minutes, cancel your block

reservation with Seagull so the airspace may be utilized by other aircraft.

(2) If a return to the field in VMC conditions is not possible, ensure an approach above minimums is

available in the local area, and IAPs are readily accessible.

111.

Takeoff. Accomplish the takeoff in accordance with the NATOPS, Appendix A, and Appendix E. When

approaching the hold short line of runway 13L, offset to the left when IFR and right when VFR. This

expedites departures. The procedure also allows returning airplanes that are clearing runway 13R on the

centerline of runway 4 to taxi between aircraft holding for takeoff.

Once cleared onto the runway, scan for traffic and verbalize the departure and approach end of the runway

clear. Then complete the Takeoff Checklist while crossing the hold short line and taxiing into position for

takeoff on the runway centerline. The "high idle" response must not be made during the Takeoff Checklist

until N1 reads between 64-67%. Set 70-80% N1 when aligned with the centerline, unless you anticipate a

long delay for your takeoff clearance. Check the wing/nacelle for fuel caps in place, panels secure, and no

fluid leaks. Report "checked left." The other pilot will do the same and report "checked right." Without

delay, check engine instruments/props stabilized and note heading aligned with the runway. Excessive

time on the runway checking instruments, fuel, and nacelles before takeoff should be avoided. Time

holding short can also be used for these tasks.

Crosswind takeoffs shall be accomplished in accordance with the NATOPS. Release the brakes, drop your

heels to the deck and smoothly apply maximum allowable power. Do not use brakes to maintain

centerline during the takeoff roll. Anticipate the need to add right rudder with power application. Monitor

torque limits (lower red line with props full forward, 1315 ft-lbs.), ITT limits (red line, 790), and auto

feather armed lights illuminated (passing 90% N1 power lever position. The PNAC shall back up the

power levers with his hand to keep them from creeping aft (and fine tune the levers if required to prevent

exceeding limits), monitor aircraft and engine instruments, and call out any malfunctions. If the decision is

made to abort, the PAC will call out "abort" loudly. Maintain directional control with smooth rudder

application. Asymmetric power may be used in extreme crosswind situations. Normally the power levers

are matched evenly and maximum allowable power is utilized throughout the takeoff roll. Scan the entire

length of the runway to visualize lineup. If the aircraft drifts, gradually merge the track back to the

centerline.

Scan airspeed throughout the takeoff roll. Do not depend exclusively on the CP to call rotate. At 91 Knots

Indicated Airspeed (KIAS) (Vsse) the CP will call "Rotate." Smoothly pitch up 7-10 degrees and relieve

control pressure with electric trim once airborne.

Once airborne, with insufficient runway remaining to safely land, and a positive rate of climb visually

noted, call "Gear up." The CP will also visually confirm a positive rate, then respond "Gear selected up."

After the gear indicates up, the CP will report "Gear up."

A malfunction after the rotation requires the pilot to immediately determine if it is safer to continue flying

or return to the runway. In most cases, it would be safer to continue flying while executing the NATOPS

procedures for Engine Failure After Takeoff. Runway length must be considered before takeoff to

determine if an immediate landing after rotation is feasible

112.

Aborted Takeoff (Both Engines Operating). Practicing aborted takeoffs familiarizes the student with

procedures required to discontinue takeoff and safely stop the aircraft. The maneuver may be initiated by

activation of the master caution/advisory lights, verbal call of "Abort," or "Simulated low oil pressure, etc."

Crew coordination is a must in emergency situations and all crewmembers must know exactly what the

intentions are of the PAC. It is the IP's responsibility to determine if sufficient runway remains prior to

inducing an abort situation, and to inform ATC of the intention to abort. Initiate the abort prior to

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