CIGAR (aviation)

CIGAR or CIGARS is a mnemonic that refers to a pre-takeoff checklist performed by general aviation pilots. The mnemonic stands for:<ref name="TheHangar">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

• Controls
• Instruments
• Gas
• Airplane secure
• Run-up.

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• Controls
• Instruments
• Gas
• Attitude
• Run-up

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CIGarettes For The Poor Russian Soldiers:

• Controls
• Instruments
• Gas
• Flaps
• Trim
• Prop
• Radios
• Straps.