Aeros SkyRanger, Operator'S Manual

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Skyranger Operators Manual, Issue 3, Feb 2011
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Check flap structure, and condition and security of
hinges. Operation. Check return spring on detent lever. x x x
Lubricate aileron and flap hinges x x x
Check coverings and stitching for condition, abrasion,
damage x x x
Tailplane and Elevators
Check structure of tailplane and elevators, for
straightness, dents, corrosion. x x x
Check tailplane halves attached securely to fuselage –
condition and securing of fasteners and mountings x x x
Check elevator joiner for condition, and security/
integrity between elevator halves (grasp each elevator
and apply some torque pressure in opposition – there
should be no movement) x x x
Check operation of elevator x x x
Check hinges – condition and security x x x
Lubricate hinges x x x
Check fabric and stitching condition x x x
Check condition and tension of bracing cables. x x x
Check condition and tension of Elevator cables x x x
Check security and condition of trim tab x x x
Check operation of trim tab and hinge x x x
Check trim tab springs for condition and security x x x
Lubricate trim tab hinge x x x
Check trim tab control cable for condition x x x
Fin and Rudder
Check structure of fin and rudder for straightness,
dents, corrosion x x x
Check forward attachment of fin – condition and
security x x x
Check condition and tension of rudder cables x x x
Check condition and tension of centering bungee x x x
Check condition of hinges x x x
Lubricate hinges x x x