BEECH BARON (BE-55B) OPERATING SPEEDS (KCAS)
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS NOTES
VS0
68
VLE
143
VNO
182
VMC
80
VS1
76
VFE
122
VNE
223
VSSE
85
VX
92
VA
156
VWINDOW 125
VXSE
92
VY
105
VB
148
VYSE
101
FUEL
136 gal useable. Main tanks (2 X 37 gal) are inboard,
aux tanks (2 X 31 gal) are outboard.
ENGINES
IO-470-L; 260 BHP @ 2625 RPM
Fuel Injected
TAKEOFFS CROSSWIND LIMIT - 20 KTS
Rotate
83
80
Normal
Short Field
Climb
107
90 / 107
Flaps
0°
20°/0°
Throttle/Propeller controls are non-conventional.
PROPELLERS Have accumulator for unfeathering.
ELECTRICAL
ENROUTE @ 5000' PA (STANDARD TEMP)
Climb
Cruise (75% BHP)
Cruise (55% BHP)
Holding
SE Cruise (75% BHP)
SE Holding
Power
25"/2500
24"/2375
20"/2300
15"/2300
23"/2450
23"/2300
KIAS
120
170
150
120
120
110
PATTERNS/LANDINGS CROSSWIND LIMIT - 20 KTS
Downwind
Abeam Touchdown
Base
Normal final
Short Field Final
No Flap Final
Inst Approach
ILS Final (3°/530 fpm)
SE Approach (Gear UP)
SE ILS Final (3°/530 fpm)
Power
17"/2300
15"/FP
17"/2300
17"/FP
20"/FP
20"/FP
KIAS
120
110
100
90
90
98
110
110
110
110
Flaps
110 KIAS
10°
10°
0°
0° - 10°
2.4 nm / 1000' AGL
PERFORMANCE @ MAX GROSS WT (5100#)
Density Altitude Ceilings
T/O & Ldg (SL, 95°F, No Wind)
Absolute
Service
SE Service
Accel to 86 kts & Stop
Normal T/O
Normal Ldg
19,700'
7,000'
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LDG GEAR
Warning horn sounds at 11" MP with gear up.
Nose gear 50 psi Main gear 50 psi
STALL WRNG
Warning horn sounds 5-8 kts prior to stall.
AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS NOTES
Engine may not start until starter is released.
To set parking brake, pull handle, pump brakes, release handle
10°
20°
28°
28°
MAX RANGE GLIDE WITH ENGINES OUT & PROPS FEATHERED
Flaps & Gear Up
Battery monitor light comes on when charge is
> 7 amps.
GPH/PSI
28.0/8.2
20.0/5.8
18.2/4.5
14.0/8.2
13.0/7.4
28 Volt DC, Two 50-amp alternators
Cowl flaps should be OPEN on ground and takeoff.
When using external power, turn battery/alternators OFF.
Landing lights may overheat if used for taxi.
Use boost pumps ONLY for priming or fluctuating fuel flow.
Max of 20° of flaps for T/O.
RPM on T/O roll: 2625 RPM.
Allow circuit breakers to cool  3 minutes before resetting.
When practicing engine failures (DUAL ONLY MANEUVER), the
mixture control should always be pulled back to ICO before feathering
a prop to prevent the engine from being flooded.
Zero thrust setting is 10"/FP.
3700'
1700' / 2300'
1700'
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Do not insert fuel nozzle more than 3" into fuel tank to prevent possible
damage to the bottom of the tank.
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INTERIOR INSPECTION
EXTERIOR INSPECTION
N43657 ONLY
1. Required Documents
On Board
2. Control Lock
Remove & Stow
3. Alternate Static Source
NORMAL (Horizontal)
4. Ignition Switches
OFF
5. Alternators
OFF
6. Strobes
OFF
7. Pitot Heat
OFF
8. Cabin Heat
OFF (Center)
9. Nav Lights
OFF
10. Beacon
ON
11. Avionics Master Switch
OFF
12. Interior Lights
OFF (ON At Night)
13. Landing Gear Switch
Check DOWN
14. Flap Switch
NEUTRAL
15. Elevator/Rudder/AileronTrim Set for Takeoff
16. Landing & Taxi Lights
OFF
17. Cowl Flaps
OPEN
18. Nose Gear Position Indicator Check
19. Fuel Selectors
Check Each Position then MAIN
20. Emergency Gear Handle
Stowed
21. Brakes
Test
22. Propeller Area
CLEAR
NOTE: Steps 23-33 should be accomplished expeditiously to minimize
drain on the battery, particularly in cold weather.
23. Battery
ON
24. Warning/Indicator Lights (6) Test
25. Gear Indicator Lights
Check & Test
26. Flaps
Down
27. Fuel Quantity
Check (Main & Aux)
28. Rotating Beacon
Check
29. Strobes
Check Then OFF
30. Nav, Landing & Taxi Lights Check Then OFF (Night Flight)
31. Pitot & Stall Warning Heat Check Then OFF (IFR Flight)
32. Battery
OFF
33. Check condition and security of seats, seat belts & harnesses.
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During the exterior inspection, check the overall condition of the
airplane. In particular look for any missing or damaged screws,
rivets or antennas on the top or bottom of the aircraft.
EMPENNAGE
1. Static Source Opening
2. Tie-down & Gust Lock
3. Elevator/Elevator Trim
4. Rudder/Rudder Trim
5. Static Source Opening
Check (Right Side)
Remove
Check (Aligned Within ¼")
Check (Aligned Within ¼")
Check (Left Side)
LEFT WING
1. Flap
2. Engine Nacelle Fuel Sump
3. Aileron/Aileron Trim
4. Wingtip & Nav Light
5. Landing Light
6. Leading Edge
7. Stall Warning Tab
8. Pitot Cover/Tube
9. Tie-down & Chock
10. Cowl Flap
11. Main Gear Tire/Brake/Strut
12. Ground Safety Switch
13. Main Gear Doors/Linkages
14. Fuel Sumps (3)
15. Main Fuel Quantity
16. Filler Cap
17. Aux Fuel Quantity
18. Filler Cap
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Check
Sample
Check (Aligned Within ¼")
Check
Check
Check
Check
Remove/Check
Remove
Check
Check (Min Extension 3")
Check
Check
Sample
Check Visually
Secure
Check Visually
Secure
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LEFT ENGINE
RIGHT WING
1. Engine Oil Level
9 qts Min, 10 for Extended Flight
2. Oil Filler Cap
Secure
3. Cowling Plugs
Remove & Stow
4. Propeller & Spinner
Check
5. Oil Cooler
Check
6. Landing Gear Position Mirror Check
NOSE
1. Windshield
2. Heater Inlet Plug
3. Heater Inlet
4. Taxi Light
5. Nose Gear Tire/Strut
6. Nose Gear Doors
Check Clean
Remove & Stow
Check
Check
Check (Min extension 4.5")
Check
RIGHT ENGINE
1. Engine Oil Level
9 qts Min, 10 for Extended Flight
2. Oil Filler Cap
Secure
3. Landing Gear Position Mirror Check
4. Cowling Plugs
Remove & Stow
5. Propeller & Spinner
Check
6. Oil Cooler
Check
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1. Tie-down & Chock
2. Cowl Flap
3. Main Gear Tire/Brake/Strut
4. Main Gear Doors/Linkages
5. Fuel Sumps (3)
6. Engine Nacelle Fuel Sump
7. Aux Fuel Quantity
8. Filler Cap
9. Main Fuel Quantity
10. Filler Cap
11. Leading Edge
12. Landing Light
13. Wingtip & Nav Light
14. Aileron/Aileron Trim
15. Flap
Remove
Check
Check
Check
Sample
Sample
Check Visually
Secure
Check Visually
Secure
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
RIGHT SIDE
1. Aft Compartment Baggage
2. Fire Extinguisher
3. Baggage Door
Secure
Check Charged & Secure
Close & Lock
STEP TO THE FRONT OF THE AIRCRAFT AND MAKE A FINAL
OVERALL VISUAL INSPECTION.
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PASSENGER / CREW BRIEFING
BEFORE STARTING ENGINES
1. Operation of Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses
2. Operation of Door and Window Latches
3. Operation of Heating and Air Vents
4. Operation of Intercom and Use of Headsets
5. Noninterference with Flight Controls
6. Smoking (Not Permitted)
7. Normal / Emergency Exits and Egress Procedures
8. Emergency Equipment
a. Fire Extinguisher
b. Life Preservers
9. Passenger Discomfort
10. Crewmember Duties
a. Clearing for Traffic
b. Use of Emergency Checklist and Operator’s Manual
c. Transfer of Aircraft Control
GENERAL
1. Preflight Inspections
2. Hobbs and Tach Times
3. Loose Articles
4. Passenger / Crew Briefing
5. Seats/Belts/Harnesses
Completed
Recorded
Stowed & Secured
Completed
Fastened & Adjusted
LEFT / PILOT'S CONSOLE
1. Cabin Air & Heat
2. Defrost
3. Circuit Breakers
Set
Set
IN
CENTER / RIGHT CONSOLE
1. Audio Controls
2. Avionics Master Switch
3. Transponder
4. Circuit Breakers
5. Interior Lights
Set
OFF
SBY (1200)
IN
OFF (ON at Night)
THROTTLE QUADRANT
1. Mixtures
2. Throttles
3. Propellers
4. Boost Pumps
5. Brakes
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Full RICH (Forward)
OPEN ½"
Full HIGH RPM (Forward)
OFF
Set & Hold
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STARTING ENGINE
AFTER START / BEFORE TAXI
(Start left engine first)
1. Battery Switch
2. Boost Pump
ON
ON till Fuel Pressure Stabilizes
Then OFF
3. Propeller Area
CLEAR
4. Ignition Switch
START *
5. Throttle
800-1000 RPM
6. Oil Pressure
Within Limits in 30 sec
7. Alternator
ON
8. Ammeter
Check
9. Throttle
1200 RPM
10. Repeat Steps 2-6 for Other Engine
11. Alternator (First Engine)
OFF
12. Alternator (Second Engine) ON
13. Ammeter
Check
14. Alternator (First Engine)
ON
1. Avionics Master Switch
2. Intercom
3. Mixtures
4. Engine Instruments
5. Radios & Nav Aids
6. Flaps
7. Fuel Selectors
8. Fuel Quantity Selector
9. Heading Indicator
10. Altimeter
11. Taxi Light
12. Warning Lights
13. Parking Brake
ON
Set
Lean
Check
Set & Check
Check Then 0°
AUX
AUX
Set
Set
ON (Night Flight)
Check OUT
Release
TAXI CHECK
1. Brakes
2. Flight Instruments
Check at Start of Taxi
Check
STARTING FLOODED ENGINE
1. Boost Pump
2. Mixture
3. Throttle
4. Propeller Area
5. Ignition Switch
6. Throttle
7. Mixture
OFF
Idle Cut-Off
Full Open
CLEAR
START *
Retard to IDLE
Advance Slowly as Engine
Fires
8. Throttle
800-1000 RPM
9. Oil Pressure
Within Limits in 30 Sec
10. Return to Step 7 under STARTING ENGINE
* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without
allowing it to cool for 5 minutes before the next use.
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ENGINE RUNUP
BEFORE TAKEOFF
1. Park Facing Into the Wind With the Nose Wheel Centered
2. Brakes
Set & Hold
3. Fuel Selectors / Indicators MAIN
4. Mixtures
RICH Below 3000' Density Alt
5. Throttles
2200 RPM
6. Propellers
To Detent; Check RPM 2050±50
Then Full Forward
7. Throttles
1700 RPM
8. Magnetos
Check* (< 200 Drop, 50 Diff)
9. Mixtures
Check & Lean
10. Voltage Regulators
Check (28.0 - 28.5)
11. Suction Gauge
Check
(4.75" - 5.25"; No Off Flags)
12. Engine Instruments
Check
13. Throttles
1500 RPM
14. Propellers
Cycle (keep RPM Above 1000)
15. Throttles
IDLE; Check RPM > 625
16. Throttles
1200 RPM
17. Throttle Friction
Set
1. Fuel Quantities
Check
2. Elevator/Rudder/Aileron Trim Set
3. Flight Controls
Check Free & Correct
4. Flight Instruments
Set & Check
5. Radios & Nav Aids
Set & Check
6. Transponder
TST Then ALT
7. Propellers
Full HIGH RPM (Forward)
8. Boost Pumps
OFF
9. Flaps
Set for Takeoff & Check Visually
10. Cowl Flaps
OPEN
11. Fuel Selectors
MAIN
12. Fuel Quantity Indicator
MAIN
13. Takeoff Briefing
This will be a normal [short field] takeoff (Review the checklist
procedure as needed).
Computed takeoff distance
_______
Accel/stop distance
_______
Liftoff speed
_______
Blueline (VYSE)
100 kts
Single-engine rate of climb
_______
If we experience any problems prior to liftoff, we will abort.
If there is an engine failure or fire after liftoff but prior to gear
retraction, we will land straight ahead.
****************** If MAG drop exceeds limits:***********************
Mixture
LEAN for slight RPM drop
Throttle
2000 RPM (For 1 Minute)
Throttle
1700 RPM
Mixture
RICH
Magnetos
Check
If MAG drop still out of limits ABORT THE FLIGHT
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If the engine failure or fire occurs after gear retraction, we will
continue the takeoff.
(Review the Emergency Checklist procedures as needed).
14. Parking Brake
Release
15. Maneuver as Needed to Clear the Base Leg / Final Approach.
When Cleared Onto the Runway
16. Cabin Door & Windows
17. Strobes
18. Pitot Heat
19. Landing Lights
20. Mixtures
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Closed & Latched
ON
Set
ON
RICH Below 3000' Density Alt
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TAKEOFF
AFTER TAKEOFF / CLIMB
1. Gear
2. Flaps
3. Taxi Light
4. Climb
5. Throttles/Propellers
6. Mixtures
7. Cowl Flaps
8. Engine Instruments
9. Wings & Nacelles
NORMAL TAKEOFF
1. Flaps
2. Throttle
3. Engine Instruments
4. Rotate
5. Liftoff
6. Brakes
7. Gear
8. Climb
UP
Full OPEN
Check (RPM 2625)
@ 83 KIAS
@ 86 KIAS
Apply Momentarily
UP @ Safe Altitude
@ 107 KIAS
CRUISE
SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF
1. Flaps
20°
2. Brakes
Hold
3. Throttles
Full OPEN
4. Engine Instruments
Check (RPM 2625)
5. Rotate
@ 80 KIAS
6. Liftoff/Climb
@ 90 KIAS
7. Brakes
Apply Momentarily
8. Gear
UP @ Safe Altitude
9. Once clear of obstacles accelerate to 107 KIAS. Retract flaps
SLOWLY
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UP
UP
OFF
@ 120 KIAS
25"/2500 RPM (500’ AGL Min)
Lean above 3000' Density Alt
OPEN
Check
Check
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1. Throttles/Propellers
2. Mixtures *
3. Engine Instruments
4. Flight Instruments
5. Cowl Flaps
DO NOT Exceed 75% Power
Lean Individually
Check
Check
CLOSED
* WARNING
Improper leaning procedures will greatly reduce endurance/range
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DESCENT / BEFORE APPROACH
1. Seats/Belts/Harnesses
2. Fuel Selectors
3. Fuel Quantity Selector
4. Fuel Quantities
5. Throttles
6. Mixtures
7. Flight Instruments
8. Radios & Navaids
9. Engine Instruments
10. Brakes
11. Landing Lights
LANDING
Check Fastened & Secure
MAIN
MAIN
Check
15” Minimum
Adjust During Descent
Set & Check
Set & Check
Check
Check
ON
BEFORE LANDING
1. G as Fuel Selectors
2. U ndercariage
3. M ixtures
4. P rops
MAIN
DOWN (< 143 KIAS)
RICH Below 3000' Density Alt
Full HIGH RPM (Forward)
NORMAL LANDING
1. Flaps
2. Final Approach Speed
3. Throttles
4. Touchdown
5. Landing Roll
6. Braking
As Desired (<122 KIAS)
98 KIAS (Flaps UP)
90 KIAS (Flaps DOWN)
As Required
Mains First
Lower Nose Wheel Gently
MINIMUM Required
SHORT FIELD LANDING
1. Flaps
2. Final Approach Speed
3. Throttles
4. Touchdown
5. Throttles
6. Braking
28° (<122 KIAS)
90 KIAS
As Required
Mains First
IDLE
As Required
GO AROUND
1. Throttles
Full OPEN (Forward)
2. Propellers
Full HIGH RPM (Forward)
3. Flaps
Retract to 20°
4. Gear
UP @ Safe Altitude
5. Climb
@ 90 KIAS
6. Once clear of obstacles retract gear and accelerate to 107
KIAS. Retract flaps SLOWLY
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AFTER LANDING
1. Flaps
2. Mixtures
3. Transponder
4. Strobes
5. Pitot Heat
6. Cabin Heat
7. Landing Lights
8. Taxi Light
9. Cowl Flaps
SECURING AIRCRAFT
1. Chocks
Insert
2. Tie-downs/Grounding Wire Secure
3. Rudder Gust Lock
Install
4. Pitot Cover
Install
5. Heater Inlet & Cowling Plugs Install (When in Aircraft)
6. Control Lock
Install
7. Elevator/Rudder/AileronTrim Set for Takeoff
8. Fuel Selectors
OFF
9. Hobbs & Tach Times
Record
10. Cockpit
Clean
11. Window & Door
Close & Latch
12. Postflight Inspection
At a Minimum, Check
a. Main Gear Tires/Brakes/Struts
b. Nose Gear Tire/Strut
c. Loose/Missing Panels or Fasteners
UP
LEAN
SBY
OFF
OFF
OFF (For Cool Down)
OFF
ON (At Night)
OPEN
ENGINE SHUTDOWN
1. Taxi Lights
2. Avionics Master Switch
3. Throttles
4. Magnetos
5. Throttles
6. Mixtures
7. Ignition Switches
8. All Lights Except Beacon
9. Battery & Alternators
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OFF
OFF
IDLE
Grounding Check
1000-1200 RPM
IDLE CUT-OFF
OFF (After Props Stop)
OFF
OFF
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STARTING ENGINES WITH AUX POWER
STARTING ENGINES IN COLD WX
(Start RIGHT engine first)
NOTE: Before the first flight of the day and as necessary during
the day, preheat the engine and pull the propeller through several
times by hand. Consider external power when the temperature is
less than 40°F, unless the engine is still warm.
1. Battery & Alternators
2. Propeller Area
3. Aux Power
4. Boost Pump
OFF
CLEAR
Connect (28 Volt System)
ON till Fuel Pressure Stabilizes
Then OFF
5. Ignition Switch
START *
6. Throttle
800-1000 RPM
7. Oil Pressure
Within Limits in 30 / 60 sec
8. Aux Power
Disconnect
9. Battery
ON
10. Continue from Step 7 under STARTING ENGINE
* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without
allowing it to cool for 5 minutes before the next use.
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CAUTION: When pulling the propeller through by hand, treat it as
if the ignition switch is turned on. A loose or broken ground wire
on either magneto could cause the engine to fire.
(Start left engine first)
1. Battery Switch
2. Boost Pump
ON
ON till Fuel Pressure Stabilizes
Then OFF
3. Propeller Area
CLEAR
4. Ignition Switch
START *
5. Throttle
800-1000 RPM
6. Oil Pressure
Within Limits in 60 sec
7. Alternator
ON
8. Ammeter
Check
9. Throttle
1200 RPM
10. Repeat Steps 2-6 for Other Engine
11. Alternator (First Engine)
OFF
12. Alternator (Second Engine) ON
13. Ammeter
Check
14. Alternator (First Engine)
ON
* DO NOT use the starter motor for more than 30 sec without
allowing it to cool for 5 minutes before the next use.
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