AVIATION
Artur Trendak
FLIGHT MANUAL
Normal Procedures
Chapter 4
Page 4-4
Document no.: TERCEL-AFM-001-EN
Edition 1
21 Aug 2014
Change no.:
Flight control
systems
x
Check the pedals.
To check free movement of the rudder, raise the front wheel, by pressing down
on the horizontal stabilizer (where is joined to the vertical stabilizer).
x
Check the condition of rudder pedals, ensuring they are securely attached and
there is no cracks in the welds and no jamming of the controls within the
movement limitations.
x
Check the control stick moves freely in the full movement range (between the
stops) and the stick and rotor are in alignment.
x
Check mechanical connections of the control stick and the rotor head ensuring
no loos bearings or components. Ensure the pushers are not bent and move
freely.
x
Check the condition and operation of the electric trimmer.
Driving system
x
Replenish (if necessary) the oil tank and the cooling fluid tank with
appropriate fluids.
x
Check the cooling lines (water and oil) are not cracked.
x
Check the fixing of exhaust system and turbocharger and all safety wires are
secure.
x
Check overall condition of exhaust system and turbocharger.
x
Check the air filters are clean and securely fixed.
x
Check the engine suspension for secure attachment and rubber components
for cracks and excessive wear.
x
Check the spark plugs and their caps are securely fixed.
x
Check the condition of the water and oil coolers, their fixing and make sure
there are no leaks.
x
Check the full and free movement of the engine control system ensuring that
it mover in the right direction.
x
Check the security of all wiring around the engine.
x
Make sure both covers of the inspection panels are secure and locked.
Propeller
x
Check propeller blades and the hub for cracks and damage.
x
Check if propeller blades are securely attached to the hub, and hub to the
engine (all the bolts/nuts are secured with safety wire).
x
Check rotation of propeller and engine ensuring no unusual noises during
rotation.
Caution! The engine can start! Ensure ignition is off, magnetos are off,
throttle idle, brake on, and chocks in place.
Fuel system
x
Check both fuel tanks for condition ensuring the attachments are secure, no
leaks, filler caps secure and fuel level in the tanks corresponds to the fuel
level on the gauge. Ensure operation of the fuel shut-off valve and check there
is no water in the fuel setting tank.
x
Check if fuel system conduits for overall condition.
x
Check if fuel filters are not polluted with water.
Rotor
x
Check the rotor head, its condition and freedom of movement.
x
Check the security of bolts and nuts securing the rotor blades to the hub.
x
Check visually blades for scratches, nicks, signs of cracks or other damage
(the blades must be clean!).
x
Check the rotor swings freely against the head and in the full range between
stops.
