Zlin Aviation
Section 1
Maintenance Manual Aircraft Maintenance Manual
Issued: 01/02/2006
QAP-AMM-Rev02
Date of latest Revision: 23/01/2013
Page Number: 1-42
1.3.3 Empennage
The tail (vertical fin and horizontal fins) is cruciform and consists of TIG welded 4130 tubing,
corrosion protected, and covered with a fabric skin. The rudder is connected to a swivel tail wheel
for ease of taxiing. The left elevator incorporates the mechanical (or electrical) trim surface. The
horizontal fins with attached elevators can be folded upwards for storage or transport by trailer.
Ample control surface area provides positive control about all axes. The stainless steel cables
(2,5mm diameter) holding the stabilizer on place need to be carefully checked and maintained
following instructions in 2.3.2.1.
NOTE:
no major repair or alteration, as outlined in ASTM 2483, are authorised at this time. For
eventually obtaining engineering approval for any major repair or alteration, contact Zlin Aviation.
For small fabric repair (patch holes and similar), refer to section 2.3.3.3 of this manual.
