09/11/2018
RANS S-21 OUTBOUND
TEXT MANUAL
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(3) Internal engine
—for cylinder compression and for metal particles or foreign matter
on screens and sump drain plugs. If there is weak cylinder compression, for improper
internal condition and improper internal tolerances.
(4) Engine mount - for cracks, looseness of mounting, and looseness of engine to
mount.
(5) Flexible vibration dampeners
—for poor condition and deterioration.
(6) Engine controls
—for defects, improper travel, and improper safety wire.
(7) Lines, hoses, and clamps
—for leaks, improper condition, and
looseness.
(8) Exhaust stacks
—for cracks, defects, and improper attachment.
(9) Accessories
—for apparent defects in security of mounting.
(10) All systems
—for improper installation, poor general condition, defects, and
insecure attachment.
(11) Cowling
—for cracks, and defects.
(e) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall inspect
(where applicable) the following components of the landing gear group:
(1) All units
—for poor condition and insecurity of
attachment.
(2) Shock absorbing devices
—for improper oleo fluid
level.
(3) Linkages, trusses, and members
—for undue or excessive wear fatigue,
and distortion.
(4) Retracting and locking mechanism
—for improper
operation.
(5) Hydraulic lines
—for leakage.
(6) Electrical system
—for chafing and improper operation of
switches.
(7) Wheels
—for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.
(8) Tires
—for wear and cuts.
(9) Brakes
—for improper adjustment.
(10) Floats and skis
—for insecure attachment and obvious or apparent defects.
(f) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall inspect (where
applicable) all components of the wing and center section assembly for poor
general condition, fabric or skin deterioration, distortion, evidence of failure, and
insecurity of attachment.
