PIK-20 E Service manual
3. DAILY CHECK
After the sailplane has been rigged and before the first flight of the day
the daily check must be done. The check list and checking procedures
are given in the Flight Manual: Normal procedures (5.1, 5.51.
It is important that the daily check is properly done. It is possible that
some defect has not been noticed during the monthly check or some
thing has appered during the previous flights.
Especially after rigging it is important to check that all quick release
locks are properly connected and secured. It is best to sign the assemb
ly in the log book.
Cracks in paint may be marks of defects in the structure and all at
tachments should be checked carefully.
The powerplant with retracting mechanisms should also be checked
for cracks and loose bolts and wear.
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Kisällinkatu 8
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