DIY Flow and Check

Think about it. Can you do an engine runup without referring to the instructions? You probably already do the entire sequence without referring to the check list. You see, Runup on the paper, so you set the power, check the mags, cycle the carb heat or open the alternate air, cycle the prop and check the ammeter and vacuum meter. Then you look back at the paper and perhaps skip through the next seven or so items because you just did them without looking. Theres a better way.

Key Takeaways:

• The article advocates for pilots to move beyond manufacturer "do-lists" (which are instructional) and create a personalized "flow and check" system for enhanced efficiency and safety.
• This system involves performing tasks from memory in a logical, ergonomic "flow" around the cockpit, followed by using a concise "check" list to verify all items have been completed.
• Pilots should customize their checklists by distilling salient items, eliminating redundancies, organizing them to match their cockpit flow, and integrating verbal "callouts" for critical actions not suited for a checklist.
• The process requires initial setup, mental practice (armchair flying), and continuous refinement based on actual flight experience to ensure optimal effectiveness and safety.

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