09/01/2013
RANS S-20 RAVEN
TEXT MANUAL
00-21
(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.
(g) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall inspect
(where applicable) all components and systems that make up the complete
empennage assembly for poor general condition, fabric or skin deterioration,
distortion, evidence of failure, insecure attachment, improper component
installation, and improper component operation.
(h) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the propeller
group:
(1) Propeller assembly—for cracks, nicks, binds, and
oil leakage.
(2) Bolts—for improper torquing and lack of safetying.
(3) Anti-icing devices—for improper operations and obvious defects.
(4) Control mechanisms—for improper operation, insecure mounting, and
restricted travel.
(i) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the radio group:
(1) Radio and electronic equipment—for improper installation and insecure
mounting.
(2) Wiring and conduits—for improper routing, insecure mounting, and
obvious defects.
