Van's Aircraft RV 12iS, Maintenance Manual

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Rev: 2 Date: 11/15/18
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OVERVIEW
The condition inspection is performed annually or every 100 hours of operation,
depending on the terms of use for the aircraft. The condition inspection is essential for
insuring safe operation throughout the aircraft's service life. In order for anyone to
perform a condition inspection on an S-LSA category RV-12iS aircraft they must
possess at least one of the following SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
♦
A person certified as “Repairman (light-sport aircraft)-Maintenance” rating
♦
FAA certificated A&P technician
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NOTE: This maintenance manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the
RV-12iS Kit Assembly Instructions (KAI) when completing maintenance or repair
processes.
The inspector will identify any wear, corrosion or damage that would compromise
the safe operation of the aircraft. All inspection practices must comply with the current
Advisory Circular 43.13-1B regardless of the content of this manual.
During the inspection, locations concealed from direct line of sight may be
accessible by touch or with use of a mirror. Inaccessible places do not require
inspection provided the airframe has been constructed and used within the terms
defined by the manufacturer.
The
Inspection Checklist
provided in the Supplement will be a guide for the
inspection procedure. The bold print identifies each category of inspection and the
general symptoms to check for throughout that category. Each category inspection item
identifies specific things to check for with that item. Generally the items on the
Inspection Checklist
will correspond to the bulleted items in this chapter. It is always
important to be generally observant to the condition of the aircraft regardless of what is
specified for inspection.
During the inspection make note in the space provided or on a separate
document of any discrepancies with parts, components or fasteners that require service
or replacement. Complete the entire inspection prior to performing service or repairs.
This chapter recommends tools that are useful for each inspection category.