After completing the [[Preflight Inspection]], and prior to completing the [[Before Takeoff Check]], the pilot should ensure that the aircraft is clean, ready, and set up for that particular pilot. ### Seat Position For **ANY** aircraft, setting the correct eye level and line of sight for the pilot is **critical** for proper aircraft control and attitude interpretation. This "correct" setting varies with the specific model of aircraft, but the pilot should use seat adjustments (if applicable), and seat cushions (sat on and/or behind the back) to achieve the correct sight picture. Additionally, the pilot must be able to **fully** deflect all controls without interference, or locking out their arm/leg joints. ### Flight Controls Ensure that any adjustable flight control positions (commonly rudder pedals) are set for the pilot as well. Again, the pilot must be able to **fully** deflect all controls without interference, or locking out their arm/leg joints. ### Ballast Ensure that correct trim and/or performance ballast is used and secured. ### Materials and Equipment Ensure that all required materials and equipment are on board the aircraft, and are secured for flight. This may include flight recording devices, navigation materials, oxygen equipment, food/drinks for extended flights, etc How these items are secured comes down to intended use during flight and personal preference. Aircraft may have storage pockets or compartments, the items may be clipped or attached to the pilot's clothing, etc - whatever works to keep the cockpit clean and easy to navigate. ### Passenger Briefing S - safety belt/shoulder harness operation, required per §91.107; additionally, seat, canopy, door operation as applicable A - air vent/environmental control operation, appropriate actions for airsickness F - fire extinguisher (if applicable) E - emergency procedures and evacuation plans T - traffic (scanning/spotting/notifying), talking (sterile flight deck) Y - your questions? ### Additional Resources Applicable to all aircraft: [<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WyfaZzrhNGs?si=uZp5mVECvZf4Coyp" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>] ### References - FAA, *Glider Flying Handbook* - FAA, *Practical Test Standards for Glider Category* - 14 CFR Part 91