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DATE:                                                           


 

Aircraft Data

OWNER:                         

COMMANDER MODEL:                         SERIAL No.:     ___                    REG #:      _____

ENGINE  MODEL:  ___________              ENGINE S/N:                                              

PROP MODEL & S/N:                                                                                                        

TACH TIME:                  ENGINE TT:                         PROP TT:                          

OIL:                                                                                                               
         Brand                  Type                            Weight                         Quantity/QTS

                 NON-DETERGENT             DETERGENT

 

General Ite            
General Items

1.      Check log books and verify last Pitot/Static and Transponder certification, ELT battery replacement and recommended time life items.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

2.      Certificate of Registration in aircraft and properly displayed             

3.      Certificate of Airworthiness in aircraft and properly displayed.               

Aircraft equipment list, Weight & Balance, and FAA req’d placards in aircraft.                                                                                                                                             

                                                                                 


 

 


 

Engine and engine compartment                                                                          mechanic      inspector


 

1.   Run up engine in accordance w/ maintenance manual and note all discrepancies.

 

 

2.   Remove entire engine cowling.  Inspect engine and equipment for signs of fluid leakage.  Note suspect areas and clean engine.  Inspect cowling for wear and cracks to include fasteners and cowl flaps.  Record as necessary.

 

 

3.   Perform and record a hot engine differential compression check.

Cyl - 1:                                     Cyl - 2:

Cyl - 3:                                     Cyl - 4:

 

 

 

4.   Drain oil (ref Lycoming Service letter L121)

 

 

5.   Remove and clean suction screen.  Particle check.  Reinstall screen and safety wire.

 

 

6.   Replace oil filter element and safety.  Particle check.

 

 

7.   Remove fuel screen from gascolator/strainer assembly.  Clean & reinstall using new gaskets.  Check drain function.  Safety wire.

 

 

8.   Spark plugs - inspect, clean, gap, test and reinstall or replace as appropriate.  Install using 360 - 420 in lbs. torque.  Lyc SI 1042.

 

 

9.   Check magneto, point condition and timing.  500 hr service if appropriate.

 

 

10. Check induction air filter and alternate air valve.  Remove filter.  Inspect, service , or replace , and reinstall.

 

 

11. Remove & clean injector finger screen. Reinstall and safety.

 

 

12. Remove, clean, & replace injector nozzles

 

 

13.             Inspect following items for condition, security, cleanliness, and operation:

a)                 Spark plug leads (high tension lead test)

b)                 Manual priming system and lines

c)                  Intake system

d)                 All studs and nuts

e)                 All fluid carrying lines and fittings

f)                    All wiring and connectors

g)                 Engine controls and linkage (condition and travel) Lubricate.

h)                  Firewall and all firewall mounted components

i)                    Engine mount and attach structure

j)                    Crankcase, accessory section & all accessories

k)                  Cylinders, hold downs, push rod housings

l)                    Engine baffling and baffle seals

m)               Alternator, connections and drive belt.  Check belt tension.

n)                  Cowl flap condition and operation

o)                 Prop governor and governor oil line

p)                 Blast tubes, heat and cooling hoses

 

 

 

 

14.             Install lower cowling.  Insure oil cooler to cowling is in place and landing light is connected.

 

 

15.             Install upper cowling.  Check for proper position of baffle seals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Propeller                                                                                                      mechanic      inspector

1.      Remove prop spinner

 

 

2.      Inspect spinner & bulkhead for cracks or dents

 

 

3.      Inspect propeller hub, bolts, & control mechanism, for security & condition.

 

 

4.      Inspect blades for nicks, cracks, abrasions, & track. Service as req’d.

 

 

5.      Reinstall prop spinner

 

 


 

Airframe                                                                                                        mechanic      inspector

1.                  Remove applicable inspection panels and inspect wings, wing center section, flaps, & ailerons for dents, cracks, distortion, security & general condition.

 

 

2.                  Inspect fuel cell areas for external leakage and operation of gauge transmitters and fuel selectors

 

 

3.                  Check all fuel lines and fittings.  Check all fuel vents, lines, & fittings.  Check operation of all fuel tank drain valves.

 

 

4.                  Remove & clean fuel vent drain assembly (if applicable)

 

 

5.                  Inspect wing fuel caps and anti-siphoning fuel valves for proper fit.

 

 

6.                  Check for appropriate fuel placards

 

 

7.                  Check for proper operation of the stall warning system

 

 

8.                  Inspect wing landing light, lens, & assembly (if applicable)

 

 

9.                  Inspect static wicks for condition, security, & cleanliness

 

 

10.             Inspect wing to fuselage attachments

 

 

11.             Remove wing and fuselage inspection panels and inspect following items for leaks, condition, & cleanliness:

a)                 All electrical wiring and connectors

b)                 All fluid carrying lines

c)                  All internal structures

d)                 Ventilating ducts

e)                 Front landing light and lens

f)                    Nose wheel structure

 

 

12.             Inspect all control surfaces and trim tabs for condition, security, operation, & proper travel.  Ref.  Figure 7-13 Record:
LT Flap _____  RT Flap ____  LT Aileron ______
 
RT Aileron _______  Elevator  _______ Elevator Trim  ______

 

a)                 Check all control surface cable tensions.  Record.
  Aileron  ____  Rudder  ______  Elevator  _______  Elevator trim  ______

 

b)                 Check all rod ends and actuating mechanisms

 

c)                  Check rudder aileron interconnect rigging

 

d)                 Check aircraft rigging to factory specs


 

 

 

13.             Inspect exterior of the fuselage

 

 

14.             Inspect cabin windows and windshield for security, cracks, & cleanliness

 

 

15.             Inspect cabin doors and door seals for condition, security, and operation

 

 

16.             Inspect baggage door, door seal, and interior

 

 

17.             Aircraft battery:

 

a)                 GENERAL: - Remove applicable inspection panels and inspect battery compartment for corrosion and general condition.

 

b)                 Check battery vent clear of obstructions, terminal connections, electrolyte specific gravity and service battery (if applicable)

 

 

 

18.             Check hydraulic power pack fluid level and clean filter lines (if applicable)

 

 

19.             Inspect following items for condition, security, & operation:

 

a)                 Engine and Flight instruments, instrument panel, & markings

 

b)                 Check behind instrument panel. Verify all wiring, hoses, etc. are properly secured.  Verify there is no interference w/ flight control movements.

 

 

20.             Inspect seats, seat locks, shoulder & seat belts for condition and security.

 

 

21.             Change vacuum filters (every 500 hours only or as needed)

 

 

22.             Change suction relief valve (every 500 hours or as needed)

 

 

23.             Check Pitot/static lines and fittings for proper routing, security, and moisture content.  Check Pitot and static ports for obstructions and security.  Check Pitot heat.

 

 

24.             Inspect antennas and all other items of installed equipment and/or systems for condition, security, cleanliness, and operation.

 

 

25.             Check and/or service ELT.  Check date of expiration.
ELT expiration date:  ____/____/____

 

 

26.             Remove applicable panels and tailcone assembly and inspect empennage for dents, cracks, distortion, and general condition.  Check drain holes.  Lubricate equipment as req’d.

 

 

27.             Check anti-collision lights, position lights, and wiring in addition to other items of installed equipment for condition, security, cleanliness and operation.

 

 

28.             Check lower vertical fin upper rib for cracks (ref SB-114-12A or SB-112-56

 

 

Landing  Gear & Brake System                                                                            mechanic      inspector

 

1)   Check landing gear properly down and locked.

 

 

2)   Ensure parking brake is disengaged and chock aircraft.  Secure tail stand to tail tie down ring.  Lubricate all recommended fittings and areas.  Ref. Maintenance manual Fig. 2-15 and associated Figures. (incl zerk ftg on nose gear and 14641 & gear actuator rod ends

 

 

3)   Check all landing gear struts for proper hydraulic fluid, servicing, and inflation.

Nose Gear:  90 PSI                   Main Gear:  150 PSI

 

 

4)   Inspect following items for condition (undue/excessive wear, fatigue, distortion), security, and cleanliness:

 

a)   Nose & Main landing gear struts

 

b)   Sidebraces & Scissors

 

c)   Microswitches and Wiring

 

d)   Landing gear doors and linkage

 

e)   Landing gear actuating cylinders, hydraulic lines and attach points

 

f)    Shimmy damper (service if req’d), nosewheel steering/cylinder and cables.

 

g)   Landing/taxi lights, lens, and assembly (if installed on gear)

 

 

 

5)   Perform a complete landing gear rigging and operational check including the emergency gear extension system.  NOTE: Ensure gear warning system lights (4), gear warning bell, overcenter limits in drag braces, squat safety switch and proper closing of gear doors are checked.   W/ gear in UP position the warning horn should actuate when the throttle is reduced to between 12 and 15 inches of MP or