Question for Single Engine Float Pilots

[floatman]

Thanks for answering.

[floatman]

Thanks for the votes.

Keep them coming.

[CGZMT]

Can I vote for both, since most checklists that I have used or make always follow some logical flow, or pattern, like the "BOX" on the islander? Okay the Islander isn't a float plane but those who fly it should get the point. Or the common across and down on the dhc-2. Just remembered an old saying I picked up somewhere start up "Mixture, Master, Primer, Starter" and for shut down "Mixture, Fuel, Mags, Master"

[floatman]

Sorry, just one choice.

This is directed at the seasoned, working Joe and Jane who flies -2,-3, 206/208, 180 etc.

[glorifiedtaxidriver]

Harnesses
Hatches
Trim
Throttle
Tension
Temperatures
Mixture
Pitch
Fuel
Flap
Gills
Gyros
Switches
and water rudders.


I was told to memorize it when I first started - and I did. Still remember it. It covers pretty much everything.

[Bushav8er]

Easier is 'left to right, top to bottom' and physically touch (check) the items.

[cloudrunner]

I agree with Bushav8er, and when you are learning the flow on a new type, have the number of items in your head and count as you go. If you get to the end and you are on the wrong number, you need to try again...

I was told to memorize it when I first started - and I did. Still remember it. It covers pretty much everything

You are missing one vital item on some seaplanes
How about Seat Locked for Take-Off, that can ruin your day
What are "Gills"?

[Blakey]

What are "Gills"?

Cowl flaps.

[beaverbob]

Harnesses
Hatches
Trim
Tension
Temperatures and pressures
Mixture rich carb neat cold
Pitch
Fuel
Flap
Gills
Gyros
Switches
loose articles
and water rudders.


I was told to memorize it when I first started - and I did. Still remember it. It covers pretty much everything.

I was taught the same check list when I learned to fly 40 years ago with the addition of loose articles.
Bob

[DowneastGuy]

Passed down from my grandfather to my father to me (and I've been using it for 36 years):

Hood
Harness
Hydraulics
Mixture
Pitch
Pressure
Trim
Temperature
Fuel
Flaps
Cowl Flaps
Controls
Switches

[Rowdy]

Heres a goofy one from my father when i started flyin' twins.

Mix
Pitch
Power
Gear up
Flaps up
Dead foot dead engine
Identify
Verify
Visual check.

I'll say that a solid count is the best way to go with a flow. That way if there are 15 items and you've only got 14.. you know you've missed something

[Powerplante]

Having flown various single engine float planes (-11, 185, 206, -2), I have always followed a flow pattern. Left to right and top to bottom. Basically touching every switch/control along the way. I did however always use the same acronym just before adding take-off power. Essentially it was my last critical systems check and is as follows: RUFAS

R - Rudders (Water Rudders Up)
U - Undercarriage (Gear Up - 206/-2 were on amphibious floats)
F - Flaps (Set for Departure)
A - Area (Take-Off Area Clear)
S - Stick (Full Back or as Required)

Hope this helps