AEROPRAKT-22LS Pilot Operating Handbook
A22LS-POH-04
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5 Normal Procedures
5.1 General
This section describes normal procedures recommended for safe operation of the A-22LS.
5.2 Preflight check
Pilots must inspect the general condition of the airplane during its preflight check. The
airplane must have no damage or maladjustments that may be critical for the flight safety.
The cockpit glass, propeller, wing and empennage must be clean of rainwater, snow, frost,
ice, and dirt as they impair visibility and aerodynamics and increase weight.
Preflight check must be performed according to the following order and requirements:
5.2.1 Entire airplane
1. Covers and clamps
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REMOVED.
2. Airplane
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CLEAN of rainwater, snow, frost, ice and dirt.
3. Rigging
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CHECK visually.
4. External damage
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NONE.
5.2.2 Power plant
1. Propeller and spinner
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CLEAN, INTACT and SECURE.
2. Top cowling
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REMOVE for engine inspection.
3. Oil, coolant and braking fluid
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CHECK level.
4. Engine mount and vibration dampers
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NO CRACKS and INTACT.
5. Cables and hoses
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INTACT and SECURE.
6. Fuel, oil, coolant leaks
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NONE.
7. Exhaust system, its attachments, joints and springs
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NO CRACKS and INTACT.
8. Top cowling
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INSTALL back.
9. Cowling and its locks
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INTACT and LOCKED.
5.2.3 Landing gear
1. Wheel fairings
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CLEAN, INTACT and SECURE.
2. Wheel pressure
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OK.
3. Tires
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NO CRACKS, WEAR OK.
4. Main wheel brakes
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CLEAN, INTACT and SECURE.
5. Braking fluid
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NO LEAKS.
6. Nose and main legs
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NO CRACK and INTACT.
7. Nose leg shock absorber
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INTACT.
