POH / AFM
AQUILA AT01-100C
Section 8
HANDLING & MAINTENANCE
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FM-AT01-1010-103
A.02
28.05.2013
15.10.2013
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8.5 CLEANING AND CARE
CAUTION
Any contamination on the surface of the aircraft deteriorates flight performance and handling
qualities.
The stall warning (metal plate on the wing leading edge) is sensitive to excessive amounts of
water. Care should be taken when washing the wings near the stall warning.
8.5.1 Painted Surfaces
To maintain the excellent flight performance and handling qualities of the AQUILA AT01 the
aircraft must be kept clean and free of damage. Therefore it is recommended to regularly clean
the aircraft, paying close attention to the leading edges of the wings and stabilizers.
8.5.1.1 Washing
The aircraft should be washed regularly, using plenty of water, a clean sponge and chamois
leather. Severe contamination and dirt, especially insects, should be washed off immediately
after every flight, as it is more difficult to remove them when dried.
Only use a mild detergent in cases where the dirt proves very hard to remove. Care should be
taken because even a mild detergent will gradually wash away the protective wax coating.
Oil or grease can be removed using a cloth moistened with petroleum. Commercially available
aircraft cleaning agents may also be used if they are grease-soluble.
8.5.1.2 Preservation
The aircraft exterior surface is protected with a durable and resistant automotive finish. To
retain its protective characteristics, minor damages to the paint should be repaired as soon as
practical and the exterior surface of the aircraft waxed one to three times per year using a good
silicone-free automotive hard wax
.
CAUTION
Only silicone-free cleaning and polishing agents may be used.
