C42E 540kg LSA POH Issue 3 China
15.03.2016
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
4.1
Preflight check
Daily Inspection / Pre-flight Inspection
1.
Engine and cowling secure and undamaged.
2.
Check coolant level correct.
3.
Check oil level within limits.*
4.
Check fuel level
5.
Propeller clean and undamaged
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, bolts secure.
6.
Front gear; tyre pressure, tyre condition and tyre creep.
7.
Left main gear; tyre pressure and condition.
8.
Left side wing, structure and covering.
9.
Left wing strut attachment secure.
10. Left aileron, control linkage and hinges secure.
11. Left flap, control linkage and hinges secure.
12. Left side of the fuselage, undamaged
13. Tail group secure and surfaces undamaged.
14. Elevator hinges and control linkage secure.
15. Trim tab and linkage secure.
16. Rudder hinges and control cables secure.
17. Repeat items 7 through 12 for right side.
18. Fuel filler cap secure.
19. Windscreen clear and undamaged.
20. ASI pitot unobstructed and extended to end of red mark.
21. Cockpit area inside and out, check controls full movement, free and correct direction.
22.
Instruments serviceable.
23. Open fuel tank sump drain and check for contamination.
24. Check tank water drain for leaks.
*When checking the oil level it may be necessary to pump the oil back into the reservoir to obtain a
correct reading and to avoid overfilling. This can be done by removing the oil filler cap and ensuring the
master switch and magnetos are off and slowly rotating the propeller ONLY in the operating direction
until a gurgling sound is heard from the reservoir tank.
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With composite propellers, minor damage to the external surface, such as a deep scratch which
breaches the outside fabric, can result in significant loss of strength and a dangerous condition. For this
reason it is important to inspect the blades carefully before flight. Look particularly for scratches along
the chord of the blade which may have severed one or more yarns of fibre. When in doubt, seek expert
advice.
For overhaul and inspection intervals please refer to your propeller operating manual.
