This manual has been organized and written in chapter and summary format. Each chapter deals with certain topics that are reviewed in a summary at the end of the chapter.

Chapter 5 - Ground Crew Supplement

Role of Ground Crew

1. Your role in "The Clean Aircraft Concept" starts before you get to the apron. If the conditions that promote icing are present, you have to be alert before you get out there. When in doubt, ask the weather office for the most up-to-date forecasts. Find out what kind of temperatures and precipitation aircraft will experience on the apron.

Objectives

To teach how to fly a multi-engine aeroplane safely, avoiding interference with other traffic, under varying conditions.

Motivation

All flights involve taxiing.  Manoeuvring multi-engine aeroplane can be demanding due to the larger size, engine placement and heavier weight.  Therefore, safe taxiing habits must be developed.

Essential Background Knowledge

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Objectives

To teach:

• recognition of an emergency condition or system malfunction
• how to complete all procedures in accordance with the POH

Motivation

When an abnormal or unsafe condition is detected, a pilot must correctly assess the situation, then carry out the proper procedure to resolve the problem. Alternative action must also be considered if the pilot is not able to fully resolve a system malfunction. The alternative may be to divert to an airport nearby, while coping with limited aeroplane systems.

Objectives

To teach the requirements for, and the proper use, of carburettor heat, alternate air, mixture controls, cowl flaps, heating, defrosting, ventilation and any other ancillary controls applicable to the aeroplane type.

Motivation

Many ancillary controls may be new to the student; therefore, detailed training is required.  Proper use of certain controls is necessary for safe and optimum use of the aeroplane.  Misuse could lead to an actual in-flight emergency.