3.  
Briefs the occupants on the use of safety belts, propeller and rotor blade avoidance, and emergency procedures.

4.  
Completes the prescribed checklist.

C. TASK: ENGINE STARTING
REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 91-13, AC 91-42; Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1.  
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to correct engine starting procedures, including the use of an external power source, starting under various atmospheric conditions, awareness of other persons and property during start, and the effects of using incorrect starting procedures.

2.  
Accomplishes the correct starting procedure.

3.  Prevents gyroplane movement during and after the engine start.
4.  Completes the prescribed checklist.
D. TASK: TAXIING
REFERENCE: Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1.  
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to recommended taxi procedures, including rotor blade management and the effect of wind during taxiing.

2.  
Performs a brake check immediately after the gyroplane begins moving.

3.  
Properly positions rotor blades while taxiing.

4.  
Controls direction and speed without excessive use of brakes.

5.  
Complies with airport markings, signals, and ATC clearances.

6.  
Avoids other aircraft and hazards.

7.  
Properly positions the gyroplane for runup considering other aircraft, surface conditions, and if applicable, existing wind conditions.

8.  
Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable.

E. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK
REFERENCE: Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1.  
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check, including the reasons for checking the items and how to detect malfunctions.

2.  
Positions the gyroplane properly considering other aircraft, surface conditions, and if applicable, existing wind conditions.

3.  
Properly divides attention.

4.  
Accomplishes the before takeoff check and ensures that the gyroplane is in safe operating condition.

5.  
Reviews takeoff performance airspeeds and expected takeoff distance.

6.  
Describes takeoff emergency procedures, to include low speed/high speed blade flap situations.

7.  
Ensures no conflict with traffic prior to takeoff.

8.  
Utilizes proper rotor spin-up procedure.

9.  
Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable.

III. AREA OF OPERATION: AIRPORT OPERATIONS
A. TASK:  RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND ATC LIGHT SIGNALS
REFERENCE: AIM.
Objective.  To determine that the applicant:
1.  
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to radio communications, radio failure, and ATC light signals.

2.  
Selects appropriate frequencies for facilities to be used.

3.  
Transmits using recommended phraseology.

4.  
Acknowledges radio communications and complies with instructions.

5.  
Uses prescribed procedures following radio communications failure.

6.  
Interprets and complies with ATC light signals.

B. TASK:  TRAFFIC PATTERNS
REFERENCES: FAR Part 91; AC 61-21; AIM, Gyroplane Flight Manual.
Objective.  To determine that the applicant:
1.  
Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to traffic pattern procedures at each class airspace airport, runway incursion avoidance, collision and wake turbulence avoidance, and approach procedure when wind shear is reported.

2.  
Follows the established traffic pattern procedures, instructions, and rules.
　
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