In the engine failure during flight procedure, what is the next step after FUEL PUMP ON?

In the engine failure during flight procedure, what is the next step after FUEL PUMP ON?

• A. IGNITION SWITCH -> CYCLE - L-BOTH-R-BOTH
• B. THROTTLE -> AT PRESENT POSITION
• C. FUEL SHUT OFF -> OPEN
• D. ALTERNATE AIR -> OPEN

Answer: (A)

After ensuring fuel pressure with the pump on, the next step is to verify the ignition system by cycling the ignition switch through Left, Both, and Right (and back to Both). This checks that each magneto can produce a spark and helps identify a potential magneto failure. Since the DA20-C1 uses magnetos for ignition with a fuel-injected engine, confirming ignition is the logical next move before making any throttle or fuel-system adjustments. Opening the fuel shut-off would cut fuel and isn’t helpful here, and the alternate-air control isn’t part of this procedure on a fuel-injected engine.

After ensuring fuel pressure with the pump on, the next step is to verify the ignition system by cycling the ignition switch through Left, Both, and Right (and back to Both). This checks that each magneto can produce a spark and helps identify a potential magneto failure. Since the DA20-C1 uses magnetos for ignition with a fuel-injected engine, confirming ignition is the logical next move before making any throttle or fuel-system adjustments. Opening the fuel shut-off would cut fuel and isn’t helpful here, and the alternate-air control isn’t part of this procedure on a fuel-injected engine.