From the original real world C-130 check list by David Giles
Simplified for use with the PAD model.
[Before starting engines]
1=SCNS/GPS - Set.
2=Radios - On/Set (request start clearance).
3=Lights - Set.
4=Fuel Quantity- Checked
5=Ramp and Door Controls - Check
6=Parking Brake - Set, remove chocks.
7=Throttles - Ground Idle.
8=Flap Handle - Set (confirm to setting on gauge).
9=Chocks - Removed.
[Starting engines]*
0=Clear/Start #3 Engine.
1=Remove External Equipment (ground power cart).
2=Clear/Start #4 Engine.
3=External Equipment - Removed.
4=Clear/Start #2 Engine.
5=Clear/Start #1 Engine.
6=Secure Crew Entrance Door.
*NOTE - The PAD model autostart switch starts the engines in 1-2-3-4 sequence. Use the individual engine start switches if you want to simulate the correct start sequence as shown above.
[Before taxi]
0=Compass System and Heading Indicators - Checked and Verified.
1=Radios and Navigation Equipment - Set (all necessary radios, instruments, and RADAR altimeter on).
2=IFF/Transponder - Checked/Standby.
3=Flaps - Set 50% (for takeoff).
4=Autopilot - Set required flight data - master switch OFF
5=Instruments - Checked.
6=GPS - Checked.
7=Altimeters - Set (local setting).
8=Taxi Light - On.
[Taxi]
0=Brakes - Tested
1=Instruments - Checked (proper movement and displacement during left and right turn).