Game Composites GB1 GameBird, Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance Manual GB1 GameBird
Page date: April 24, 2020
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In-flight Overload
If one of the accelerometers indicates more than the approved loads, contact Game Composites.
Impacts, Flight or Ground including Bird Strike
Item Initial
Check upper and exposed areas by visual inspection for unevenness, cracks, delamination or any
other evidence of for structural damage per
51-01 .
Tap-test around any visible damage or known impact area for invisible damage per 51-01 .
Classify damage according to 51-03 and advise operator of results.
Hail Damage
Item Initial
Check upper and exposed areas by visual inspection for unevenness per 51-01 .
Tap-test around any visible damage or known impact area for invisible damage per 51-01 .
Classify damage according to 51-03 and advise operator of results.
Visually inspect propeller blades, refer to mt-propeller operation and installation manual E-124
Hard Landing
Item Initial
Remove cowlings ( 71-02 ), landing gear leg covers & spats / pants ( 32-02 )
Visually check engine mount, especially around welds, for permanent deformation, cracks, or any
other evidence of structural damage per
71-03 .
Visually check landing gear legs for permanent deformation, cracks or any other evidence of
structural damage.
Visually check wheels and axles for permanent deformation, cracks or any other evidence of
structural damage.
Propeller Strike
Item Initial
Inspect propeller, refer to mt-propeller operation and installation manual E-124
Visually check engine mount. For detail descriptions, refer to 71-03
For inspection criteria, refer to 71-03