Taxi and Parking

Question 1

What do you do once the rwy has been vacated?

Answer 1

Complete the “RWY VACATED” checklist and we shall taxi to the apron

Question 2

What do you do if you have any doubts about the taxi or are in danger of a collision?

Answer 2

Ask tower for the services of a marshaller

Question 3

How will you turn while taxiing?

Answer 3

Using the pedals - but not the brakes unless necessary

We can use differential power to help us turn easier but do this sparingly

Question 4

What do you do if you are unable to park directly?

Answer 4

Stop the aircraft in front of the parking space and afterwards we will push it back into its parking space by using the tow bar

Question 5

What do you need to pay special heed to during this maneuver?

Answer 5

Wings and tail

Avoid the use of excessive power and asymmetric braking to park an acft

Then complete the “ENGINE SHUTDOWN” checklist