CSP-520N-1
Normal Procedures
MD 520N (500N) ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
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Original
4-3
FAA Approved
DAILY PREFLIGHT CHECKS
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
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Fuel cell drain valve−take sample (Start pump OFF)
CHECK FOR
CONTAMINANTS
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Anti−ice fuel filter drain valve (if installed) take sample
(Start pump ON)
CHECK FOR
CONTAMINANTS
Do not open anti-ice fuel filter drain valve unless start pump is ON.
An unexpected flameout or power loss may occur if air is allowed to
enter the fuel system.
EXTERIOR
FUSELAGE - FORWARD END
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Aircraft tiedowns and covers
REMOVED
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Aircraftattitudeforweakordamagedlanding gear
dampers
CHECK
F
Canopy for condition and cleanliness
CHECK
F
OAT thermometer sun shield
CHECK
F
Fresh air vent
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
F
Pitot tube
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
F
Anti−torque pedals:
F
F
Anti−torque pedals for condition and
securityofquick−releasepins(both sides with dual
controls)
CHECK
F
F
Anti−torque pedal friction
CHECK CONDITION
F
F
Move pedals by hand
OBSERVE
MOVEMENT OF
THRUSTER
F
Landing light and anticollision light
CHECK
WARNING
