AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
DFE-AMM-AR1
Rev. 1 – 07/24/2014
2-3
2.5.1. PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION
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Tools needed: Screwdriver to remove upper engine cowling
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Parts needed: None
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Type of maintenance: Preventive maintenance
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Level of Certification needed: Sport pilot or higher
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Instructions: Refer to Pilot’s Operating Handbook section 4, Paragraph 4.1
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Task proper accomplishment check: None
A pre-flight inspection is performed prior to the beginning of each flight. A pre-flight inspection should
be repeated prior to each flight even during the same day.
The Pre-flight inspection is a visual check of the aircraft for deformations, surface damage, fuel and
oil system leaks, prop damage, released locks, covers and cowlings etc.
Any damage or failure should be repaired immediately if the airworthiness is affected or when the
aircraft can not be put out of operation.
It is important to perform a pre-flight inspection carefully to prevent problems from arising.
Refer to the Pilots Operating Handbook for more details.
2.5.2. POST-FLIGHT INSPECTION
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Tools needed: Screwdriver to remove upper engine cowling
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Parts needed: None
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Type of maintenance: Preventive maintenance
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Level of Certification needed: Sport pilot or higher
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Instructions: Refer to Pilot’s Operating Handbook section 4, Paragraph 4.1
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Task proper accomplishment check: None
Post-flight inspection is performed at the end of each flight day; the post-flight inspection events are
the same as the preflight ones. If possible failures, damages and malfunctions should be recorded and
repaired immediately. It is recommended to clean and/or wash the airplane and check that the fuel and oil
consumption are in the normal range.
Lastly record all hours flown and other data in appropriate documentation (Log Book etc.).
2.5.3. PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS
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Tools needed: Set of basic metric tools, no specials tools required
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Parts needed: Refer to Paragraph 2.4.3.1
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Type of maintenance: Line
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Level of Certification needed: Refer to Paragraph 0.12.
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Instructions: Refer to Paragraph 2.4.3.1
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Task proper accomplishment check: Refer to Paragraph 2.4.3.1
The periods for overall checks and contingent maintenance will depend on the conditions of the
operation and the overall condition of the airplane. The manufacturer recommends maintenance checks and
periodic inspections in the following periods:
1) after the first 25
± 2
flight hours
2) after every
50
± 3
flight hours
3) after every
100
± 5
hours of service or 1 times per year
Refer to the Rotax 912 Operator's Manual for engine maintenance.
Refer to the Propeller Maintenance Manual for propeller maintenance.
