CIGAR (Aviation)

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CIGAR is a mnemonic that refers to a pre-takeoff checklist performed by general aviation pilots. The mnemonic stands for:

• Controls: Check for freedom and full deflection of control surfaces.
• Instruments: Check instruments for proper operation, indication, and setting.
• Gas: Check to insure proper fuel supply; this will include fuel shutoff valve, mixture, fuel selector switch, and electric fuel pump, if so equipped.
• Attitude: Adjust trim to takeoff setting.
• Run-up: Perform the engine run-up check; this will include checking magnetos, engine instrument indications, and carburetor heat, if so equipped.

 

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