JS-MD 3
Aircraft Flight Manual
MD10-AFM-00-001
Issue: 01
Rev. 00
Rev. Date: 14-Feb-20
Page 4-1
4 Normal operating procedures
Introduction
Section 4 provides checklists and amplified procedures for the conduct
of normal operations. Normal operations associated with optional
systems can be found in Section 9.
Rigging and de-rigging
Rigging
The JS-3 can be rigged by three people without rigging aids or by two
people if a fuselage cradle and wing stands are available.
Preparation
1. Roll the fuselage from the trailer onto the assembly ramp (if
assembly from trailer.)
2. Ensure there is adequate ground clearance to extend the main
landing gear.
3. Lift the tail off the ground and attach the tail dolly, or similar to lift
the tail wheel of the ground.
4. Remove the tail wheel lock pin. The tail wheel should retract.
NOTE
:
If the tail wheel does not retract the obstruction must be
detected. If might be that the tail wheel cable has some
interference. Refer to the Maintenance Manual if required.
5. Extend and lock the landing gear. Check that both wheels
extend fully.
6. Remove the tail dolly and check that tail wheel is in full locked
position.
