Bombardier CRJ-200 Pilots Training Manual For Walk-Around

PSA
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CRJ 200 Preflight

Training Version
Revision 4
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PSA CRJ 200 Preflight
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The external walk around is primarily a visual
check to ensure the overall condition of the
airplane and its visible components and equipment
are safe for flight.
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The aircraft diagram, located at the top of each
page, depicts the location of the aircraft
components being inspected.
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Starting just forward of the passenger door on the left side of the fuselage,
inspect the passenger door emergency light to ensure no cracks are in the
lens and there is no condensation in the light.
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Check the condition of the alternate static port (S3) to ensure

there is no damage.
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The AOA vane must be checked for damage and the drain port
must also be clear of any debris.
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CRJ 200 Preflight
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The P3 alternate pitot tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no

excessive erosion on the tip, and must not be damaged.
A bluish coloration of the pitot static tubes is a normal result of heating.
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The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no

damage and that it is in good condition.
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The P1S1-2 pitot-static tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no

excessive erosion on the tip, and must not be damaged.
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Ensure all latches are closed and locked.

Unlocked Locked
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Step back and visually inspect

the windshields and side
windows for cleanliness,
cracks, or delamination.
Also check to make sure the

windshield wipers are in the
off/parked position and in
serviceable condition.
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CAUTION
Ensure all pitot-static tube covers are removed
before engine starts or probes are turned on.
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Ensure static strips (5) are in operable condition and check

condition of radome.
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If unlatched, contact
Confirm that the radome is closed
maintenance.
and latched.
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Confirm chocks are properly set.

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1. Confirm nose wheel scissors

2 is connected if aircraft is not
going to be towed.
2. Check steering actuators for

leaks.
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Check the condition of the nose landing lights.
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If the ADG pin is inserted, contact maintenance to have the pin

removed. 18
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Make sure the nose gear pin is removed.

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Inspect the tires for any bulges, cuts,

bruises, embedded FOD, excessive
wear and under inflation.
Chines must face outward
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CAUTION
If the nose door is in the open position, confirm the nose door switch
on the external AC panel is in the “open” position. Contact
maintenance before hydraulic pressure is applied to the aircraft.
nose gear door switch
nose gear door 21

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If not in use, ensure external AC plug door is closed.
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If not in use, ensure the oxygen door is closed.
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Check to make sure the P2S1-2 pitot-static probe is clear of

debris and not covered by the pitot cover.
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The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no

damage and that it is in good condition.
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Check the TAT probe for any damage or obstructions.
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The AOA vane must be checked for damage and the drain
port must also be clear of any debris.
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Check the condition of the alternate static port to ensure

there is no damage.
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Ensure the oxygen blowout is intact.
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If galley service door is not in use, ensure that it is closed

and locked.
Handle unlocked
closed and locked

(flush) 30
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Make sure the galley potable water service door is

closed and latched.
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Check the condition of the emergency lights.
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Visually check the underside of the aircraft for antenna

and beacon condition and security.
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Ensure the avionics bay door is closed and latched.
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Ensure that the refuel/defuel panel and the adaptor panel is

closed and latched.
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CAUTION
If the external fuel panel power
switch is in the on position an
AUTO XFLOW INHIBIT
status message will appear and

fuel cross flow is inhibited.
fuel panel power switch
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Confirm condition of wing inspection lights
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Visually check the over

wing emergency exit
condition and make sure it
is properly secure.
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Inspect the over wing emergency lights to ensure there are no

cracks in the lens and no condensation in the lights.
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Inspect outer lens cover

condition and confirm
individual lights are in
operable condition.
wing landing light

taxi-recognition light
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Make sure the gear pins are removed.
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Visually insure that the gravity fuel center tank cover is in place.
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Visually inspect both the top and bottom of the wing for any dents or cracks, ensure the wing is
in good condition, and check integrity of aerodynamic sealant on wings.
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Confirm fuel magnetic level indicators are

locked in the closed position.
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anti-ice exhaust louvers

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Ensure that the main filler cap is in and latched.
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over wing emergency

exit rope carabineer
clip
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Tank pressure relief vent

should not extended below lower wing surface.
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Visually inspect the

navigation and anti-
collision lights including
the lens condition.
anti-collision lights navigation lights
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1. Check that the static dischargers are in good condition.

2. Ensure static discharger covers are removed.
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1. Check the condition of the

winglet.
2. Check that the winglet static

dischargers are in good
condition.
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Check the condition of the flight controls.
-NOTE-
The GLD system
should not be
extended during
the walkaround
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1. Check main gear strut

extension
2. Check for leaks
3. Inspect tire condition
4. Check brake wear
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Inspect the tires for any bulges, cuts, bruises, embedded

FOD, excessive wear and under inflation.
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Check the brake wear indicators to determine if brakes are within limits.
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NOTE
All tires should be inspected for evidence of bulges,
cuts, bruises, embedded foreign objects, excessive wear,
and under inflation.
Maximum tread wear allowed is to the bottom of the
tread (NO CORD SHOWING). If you are unable to
determine whether the tire wear has exceeded the limit,
the captain will contact Maintenance Control and have
the tire inspected by a qualified mechanic before flight.
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lavatory potable water panel
low pressure air ground connection
toilet drain/service panel

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Ensure that the lavatory potable water service panel is

closed and latched.
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Ensure the low pressure ground air supply connection door is

closed and latched.
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Ensure the toilet drain/service door is closed and latched.
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Visually inspect the engine cowl and nose cone.
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Visually inspect N1 Fan for damage and the T2 probe for blockage.
T2 probe
N1 fan
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Visually inspect general condition of engine cowl, exhaust

pipe, and confirm thrust reversers are stowed.
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Ensure the 14th stage pressure relief plug is flush with cowl.
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CAUTION
Check APU exhaust outlet and ensure Engine cowl must be secured before
that the APU exhaust area is clear. APU start. When APU is running
there is a 15 ft. safety zone.
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Visually inspect pack exhaust area.
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Ensure the aft equipment bay door is closed and latched.

Check the underside of the aircraft for damage.
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Visually inspect the anti-collision strobe lens.

Check condition of static dischargers.
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Visually inspect the anti-collision strobe lens and navigation lights.

Check condition of static dischargers and control surfaces.
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Preflight of the left side of the aircraft is
performed in a manner similar to the right side
starting at the tail and working forward. In
addition, the following items are specific to the
left side of the aircraft:
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Confirm that the high pressure external ground air door is

closed and latched.
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Visually inspect the APU cooling air intake.
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If already loaded, confirm aft cargo door is closed and latched.
cargo door handle is unlocked 73

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Ensure the passenger

door is in safe,
operable condition.
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The passenger door

cables and pulleys
must be in good
working condition
and the door pins
flush…
door pin is not flush in this picture

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…the passenger door support wheel touches the ground.
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Intermediate External Walk Around

During intermediate stops, a full preflight is not required.
However, at a minimum the airplane and its visible
components must be checked for the following:
Proximate area is free of potential FOD items
Passenger walkway and boarding stairs are safe and clear
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Flight control surfaces are unobstructed and free from ice,

frost, or snow
All vents, ports, intakes, and exhausts are unobstructed
Tire condition and pressure are acceptable
All covers, plugs, picket/mooring lines are removed
Pay particular attention to any evidence of fluid leaks from

components, drains, panels and airplane skin
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Condition of skin (visible damage) on radome section
Fuselage, wings, nacelles, pylons and empennage

All access panels and doors not actually involved in
maintenance are secured
Pitot-static probes for evidence of freezing, severe
discoloration, condition and security
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Post flight External Walk Around
The post flight is conducted in a manner similar to the
intermediate walk around inspection. A thorough post
flight is an essential tool for on time operation of the
following flight.
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PSA

CRJ 200 Preflight

The external walk around is primarily a visual

check to ensure the overall condition of the

airplane and its visible components and equipment

are safe for flight.

The aircraft diagram, located at the top of each

page, depicts the location of the aircraft

components being inspected.

Check the condition of the alternate static port (S3) to ensure

The P3 alternate pitot tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no

The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no

The P1S1-2 pitot-static tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no

Ensure all latches are closed and locked.

Step back and visually inspect

Also check to make sure the

Ensure static strips (5) are in operable condition and check

Confirm chocks are properly set.

1. Confirm nose wheel scissors

2. Check steering actuators for

Check the condition of the nose landing lights.

If the ADG pin is inserted, contact maintenance to have the pin

Make sure the nose gear pin is removed.

Inspect the tires for any bulges, cuts,

Chines must face outward

nose gear door 21

If not in use, ensure external AC plug door is closed.

If not in use, ensure the oxygen door is closed.

Check to make sure the P2S1-2 pitot-static probe is clear of

The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no

Check the TAT probe for any damage or obstructions.

Check the condition of the alternate static port to ensure

Ensure the oxygen blowout is intact.

If galley service door is not in use, ensure that it is closed

closed and locked

Make sure the galley potable water service door is

Check the condition of the emergency lights.

Visually check the underside of the aircraft for antenna

Ensure the avionics bay door is closed and latched.

Ensure that the refuel/defuel panel and the adaptor panel is

AUTO XFLOW INHIBIT

status message will appear and

Confirm condition of wing inspection lights

Visually check the over

Inspect the over wing emergency lights to ensure there are no

Inspect outer lens cover

wing landing light

Make sure the gear pins are removed.

in good condition, and check integrity of aerodynamic sealant on wings.

Confirm fuel magnetic level indicators are

anti-ice exhaust louvers

Ensure that the main filler cap is in and latched.

over wing emergency

Tank pressure relief vent

Visually inspect the

anti-collision lights navigation lights

1. Check that the static dischargers are in good condition.

1. Check the condition of the

2. Check that the winglet static

Check the condition of the flight controls.

1. Check main gear strut

2. Check for leaks