Cosmik Aviation EV-97 teamEUROSTAR UK, Pilot Operating Handbook

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5. Rear part of fuselage
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Surface condition, top and bottom.
6. Vertical tail unit
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Surface condition.
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Play in rudder hinge.
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Free rudder movement.
7. Horizontal tail unit
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Surface condition, top and bottom.
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Attachment.
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Play in elevator hinge.
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Free elevator movement.
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Trim tab condition.
8. see 5
9. see 4
10. see 3
11. see 2
12. see 1
13. Landing gear
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Check main and nose landing gear attachment
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Check control of steerable nose wheel.
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Condition of tyres
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Condition and attachment of wheel spats
14. Engine
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Engine cowlings’ condition
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Engine mount condition, inspect welded junctions for cracks.
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Engine attachment check
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Oil quantity check (between dipstick marks) *
*In cases where the engine has not been run for some time, oil can
drain into the engine crankcase, making the oil tank level appear low.
If the level does appear low, first ensure ignition is off, then turn the
propeller until oil is heard to gurgle in the tank.
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Fuel and Electric system visual check
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Fuel system draining
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Other checks according to engine manufacturer instructions
CAUTION
It is advisable to turn the propeller by hand with the ignition switched off in the
case where the engine has been out of operation for a long time. Avoid
excessive pressure on a blade tip and trailing edge.
15. Propeller
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Propeller attachment
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Blades, Hub, Spinner condition
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Other checks according to propeller manufacturer instructions.
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