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Maintenance Manual
FLY SYNTHESIS TEXAN
TOP CLASS 580 ISR
(For Rotax 912 ULS
versions)
Identification: MM_TC_580_Rev.2
Page: 36 of 77
Date: 15/02/11
Issued: C. Cosatto
Verified: C. Cosatto
Approved: C. Cosatto
Revision Description:
Placard update
9.4 PRE - FLIGHT INSPECTION
The pre flight inspection should be carried out
BEFORE EACH FLIGHT
, even if the
previous flight was very short. The pilot in charge should carry out the inspection.
The inspection does not require any tools only a clean rag is needed. It is important to
verify by sight and touch that there are no failures, defects, excessive clearances or play.
9.4.1 NOSE WHEEL
Axle locking nuts
Check Tightness.
Wheel fairings
Undamaged with correct clearance between
fairing and tire.
Tire and wheel
Undamaged, not worn excessively, inflated
properly.
Gear strut
No distortion.
Gear support frame
Locking nuts tightened,
No
distortion,
with
pedals centred rudder aligned with nose..
Shock absorber
Undamaged and serviceable,
9.4.2 PROPELLER
Blades and hub
Undamaged and clean.
Spinner
Undamaged, fixed tight.
9.4.3 ENGINE
Upper cowlings
Remove cowling or open inspection port
Oil
Check level
Cooling fluid
Check level.
Radiators and air scoop
Undamaged and free of obstruction
Crankcase and cylinder block
Clean, no oil or cooling fluid leak
Exhaust and mufflers
No damage or cracks, retaining spring
mounted and hooked in place.
Fuel, oil and water pipes
Undamaged.
Electric and ignition line
Undamaged.
Throttle and choke
Function properly, smooth movement.
Close upper cowling
When refitted, checked security of cowl or
inspection port.
9.4.4 MAIN LANDING GEAR
Strut
No distortion, locking nuts tightened, and
No visible welding cracks are evident.
Tire
Undamaged, not worn excessively, inflated
properly.
Fairing
Undamaged fixed tight and clean.