(iv) Fuel cock fully on tank contents sufficient for
flight.
(v) Slots unlocked (lever fully forward)
(vi) The engine should be cleared by opening the
throttle to approximately 900 r.p.m. test mag-
netos independently and check oil pressure,
which should be 35 lbs/sq. in.
(vii) Flying controls should be tested for freedom of
movement; when headed into wind the aircraft
should be taxied forward with the rudder bar
central in order to straighten the tail skid.
(viii) Full throttle is to be used for take-off and the
initial climbing speed is 70 m.p.h. (60 knots)
and this is to be maintained until the engine is
throttled back to climbing power at 2-300 ft.
after which the climbing speed o0f 66 m.p.h. (58
knots) is to be assumed.
24. Climbing
The correct power setting is 2050 r.p.m. and the
correct airspeed is 66 m.p.h. (58 knots). (If 2050 r.p.m.
is unobtainable for climbing at less than full throttle
setting, the engine speed should be rerduced from full
throttle by 50 r.p.m.)
Climbing Turns - Maintain the same power setting
but lower the nose sufficiently to maintain AT LEAST
the correct climbing speed. If a constant rate of climb
is required, increase power to not more than 50 r.p.m.
below full throttle and maintain the correct climbing
speed.
25. Cruising
The correct power setting for straight and level
flight is 1950 r.p.m. and the air speed should be 75-80
m.p.h. (65-70 knots). The safe endurance at these
r.p.m. is 2½ hours. The power setting can be altered.
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