PART II - HANDLING
		
	16.  Preparation for Flight
	
             On approaching the aircraft check that

	     (i)   it is in a suitable position for starting and
		   running up:

	     (ii)  the pitot head is unccovered:

	     (iii) the tyres are correctly inflated:

	     (iv)  chocks are in fromnt of wheels:
	     
	     (v)   controls are unlocked and chocks removed from
	           rudder:
	        
	     (vi)  fuel and oil is correct:
	        
	     (vii) luggage compartment locked:
		
	17.  Before Going Solo

	     The front cockpit must be checked to ensure that:-

	     (i)   The front control column has been removed and
	           stowed correctly.

	     (ii)  The safety harness is securely fastened so as
	           to prevent fouling any controls.
	     
	     (iii) If the earphone connection is of the long type,
	           see it is removed and stowed in stowage com-
	           partment.

	     (iv)  The throttle lever friction nut is slackened.
	
             (v)   Both doors are securely fastened.
    
             (vi)  There are no loose articles in cockpit seat or on
	           floor.
		
	18.  Before Starting Engine

	     Ensure that:-

	    (i)    Intercommunicating system is connected up:
	
	    (ii)   tail trimming lever is in the fully tail heavy
	           position:
	
	    (iii)  all switches are off:
	    
	    (iv)   fuel control is on:
	    
	    (v)    throttle is closed.