Initial Runup
| Wash airplane | |
| Engine run-up | |
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Check engine temps and pressures |
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Check static RPM ___________ |
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Right _______ |
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Check engine response to changes in power |
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Check for unusual engine noises |
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Check propeller response through pitch range |
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Check fuel tank selector for function and smoothness |
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Check ammeter |
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Check suction gage _______ |
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Check rpm rise at shutdown _________ |
Engine Inspection
| Remove upper cowling and clean | |
| Remove lower cowling and clean | |
| Inspect upper and lower cowling for damage, cracks, chafing, etc. | |
| Wash engine | |
| Drain oil | |
| Remove, inspect, clean, and reinstall oil screen (Safety wire screen) | |
| Inspect filler cap, dipstick, and oil drain valve for general condition | |
| Refill with oil | |
| Start engine, run at 1700 RPM for 2 minutes | |
| Check oil cooler for security, leaks, and obstructed air passages | |
| Service air induction filter | |
| Inspect airbox for internal cleanliness, cracks, and security | |
| Inspect air valve and doors for operation and sealing | |
| Inspect carb heat control for full travel, smooth operation, security | |
| Inspect cold and hot air flex hoses for condition, chafing, security | |
| Inspect engine baffles for condition and security | |
| Inspect cylinders, rocker boxes, and push rod housings for condition and security | |
| Inspect crankcase, oil pan, acc section for condition and security | |
| Check front crankshaft seal for leakage | |
| Check all lines and hoses for condition, leaks, chafing, security | |
| Inspect intake system for condition, leaks, loose clamps, security | |
| Inspect exhaust system | |
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Remove all shrouds |
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Inspect all areas for exhaust leaks, condition, security |
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Check muffler for leaks |
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Reinstall all shrouds |
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| Check ignition harness for condition, security, chafing | |
| Remove top spark plugs | |
| Perform compression test | |
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| Remove lower spark plugs | |
| Examine spark plugs for condition, gap, and evidence of proper operation | |
| Reinstall spark plugs and ignition harness wires | |
| Inspect magnetos | |
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Check timing (desired 22° BTDC) Left______ Right______ |
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Check magnetos for security, electrical connections |
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| Inspect all breather lines for condition, chafing, security | |
| Check all electrical wiring for condition, chafing, security | |
| Inspect vacuum pump for leaks, security | |
| Inspect throttle cable for condition, security, proper rigging | |
| Inspect mixture control cable for condition, security, proper rigging | |
| Inspect engine shock mounts for condition, security | |
| Inspect engine mounts for condition, burning | |
| Inspect ground straps for condition, security | |
| Inspect propeller governor for condition, security, leaks | |
| Inspect propeller governor control for condition, security, proper rigging | |
| Inspect primer lines for condition, security, chafing, tightness | |
| Check cabin heater valve and door for condition, proper operation | |
| Check cabin heat controls for condition, security, proper rigging | |
| Inspect starter for condition, security, leaks, electrical connections | |
| Inspect generator for condition, security, electrical connections | |
| Inspect generator drive belt for condition | |
| Check voltage regulator for condition, security, electrical connections | |
| Inspect carburetor for condition, security, fuel leaks, proper safetying | |
| Remove finger strainer in bowl, flush bowl, reinstall | |
| Inspect fuel strainer for cleanliness, security, leaks, safetying | |
| Check cowl flap cables and bellcranks for condition, security, proper rigging | |
| Check forward firewall for condition | |
| Reinstall cowling | |
| Reconnect cowl flaps, check for proper rigging |
Propeller Inspection
| Inspect blades for condition, security, looseness | |
| Inspect propeller for oil leaks |
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| Mark spinner, backing plate with alignment mark | |
| Remove spinner | |
| Check bolts for proper safetying | |
| Inspect spinner, backing plate for condition | |
| Reinstall spinner realigning the alignment marks |
Fuel System Inspection
| Inspect fuel sump drains for water and sediment, leads, security, safetying | |
| Check underside of wings for evidence of fuel leaks | |
| Check fuel tanks per AD 84-10-01 R1 |
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| Check fuel tank filler cap placards for legibility | |
| Check fuel caps for leakage, security | |
| Check fuel vents for obstructions, leaks, security, and proper position | |
| Check fuel valve placard for legibility and correct indexing | |
| Inspect all fuel lines for security, chafing, leaks, condition | |
| Check fuel quantity gages for security, legibility, condition, leakage | |
| Inspect engine primer for proper operation, leaks, security |
Landing Gear Inspection
| Check brakes for proper operation, sponginess, failure to hold pressure, fluid level | |
| Inspect master cylinders, brake lines, and hoses for condition, security, leaks, chafing | |
| Inspect brake linings for condition, wear, security | |
| Inspect brake discs for scoring, warping, excessive wear | |
| Inspect wheel and brake assembly for condition, leaks, loose bolts, freedom of movement | |
| Check axles for condition, security, cleanliness | |
| Check axle nuts for proper adjustment and safetying | |
| Inspect main landing gear spring struts for condition, security | |
| Check tires for proper inflation, tread, cleanliness, condition, abnormal wear | |
| Check tailwheel assembly for proper operation, lubrication, condition, security | |
| Check tailwheel tire for proper inflation, tread, cleanliness, condition, abnormal wear | |
| Check tailwheel spring for condition and security | |
| Check tailwheel external cables and connectors for condition, security, fraying |
Airframe Inspection
| Check pitot and static ports for obstructions, pitot and static lines for condition, security, chafing | |
| Check pitot and transponder currency | |
| Check pitot tube condition and security | |
| Inspect aircraft exterior for damage, loose or missing hardware, corrosion | |
| Inspect aircraft structure for damage, loose or missing hardware, corrosion | |
| Clean windows inside and out | |
| Inspect windows for proper attachment, sealing, condition | |
| Lubricate door and window hinges and latches | |
| Inspect door and window hinges and latches for condition, proper operation, security | |
| Inspect seats and seat rails per AD 87-20-03 R2, condition, proper operation | |
| Inspect safety belts for condition, security, operation | |
| Inspect control column for condition, security, restricted travel | |
| Lube bearings, sprockets, pulleys and inspect for condition security, binding |
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| Check cables and chains for security, condition, fraying, misalignment | |
| Check turnbuckles for safetying, bellcranks for condition | |
| Inspect control wheels for condition, alignment, binding, security, bent tube | |
| Check instruments for condition, security, proper operation, legibility | |
| Check gyro filters for replacement | |
| Check all instrument wiring and plumbing for condition, security, chafing, loose terminals, interference with control column travel | |
| Inspect instrument panel for condition, security, broken shockmounts, legibility | |
| Check defrosting, heating, and ventilating systems for proper operation, condition, security | |
| Check air system controls for proper rigging, security, binding | |
| Check interior upholstery for condition, security | |
| Check area beneath floor for cleanliness, chafing and security of lines, hoses, and electrical wires. Inspect control cable for condition. Lube all pulleys. | |
| Check stall warning horn for proper operation and security | |
| Inspect electrical switches, circuit breakers, and fuses for condition, security, proper functioning, legibility | |
| Check instrument and cabin lights for proper functioning, security | |
| Check instrument light rheostat for proper functioning | |
| Check radios and radio controls for proper operation, security | |
| Check ELT for proper operation, security, currency of battery | |
| Inspect battery and battery cables for condition, security, fluid level | |
| Inspect battery box and vents for condition, corrosion, security, obstructions | |
| Check aft firewall for proper sealing, condition, loose hardware, security | |
| Check radio antennas for cleanliness, security | |
| Check nav lights, landing lights, beacon for proper operation, condition, security | |
| Check stall warning sensing unit for freedom of vane, security, proper operation | |
| Check pitot and stall warning heaters for proper operation | |
| Aileron control system | |
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Check ailerons for correct direction of movement when operated from cabin |
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Lube pulleys and check for condition, security |
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Check cables for condition, fraying, security, tension, safetying of turnbuckles |
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Lube bellcranks and inspect for condition, security |
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Inspect fairleads and cable guards for condition, security |
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Check aileron system for proper rigging and travel |
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| Inspect ailerons for condition, security, smooth operation, security of balance weights | |
| Flap control system | |
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Lube pulleys and check for condition, security |
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Check cables for condition, fraying, security, tension, safetying of turnbuckles |
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Lube bellcranks and inspect for condition, security |
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Inspect fairleads and cable guards for condition, security |
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Check flap system for correct rigging and proper travel |
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Lube flap control lever and inspect for condition, security, proper operation |
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| Check flaps for condition, security, smooth operation, binding rollers, condition of tracks | |
| Elevator control system | |
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Check elevators for correct direction of movement when operated from cabin |
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Lube pulleys and check for condition, security |
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Check cables for condition, fraying, security, tension, safetying of turnbuckles |
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Lube bellcranks and inspect for condition, security |
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Inspect fairleads and cable guards for condition, security |
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Inspect elevator downspring system |
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Check elevator system for correct rigging and proper travel |
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| Check elevators for condition, security, smooth operation, security of balance weights | |
| Stabilizer trim control system | |
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Check stabilizer trim for correct direction of movement when operated from cabin |
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Lube pulleys and check for condition, security |
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Check cables for condition, fraying, security, tension, safetying of turnbuckles |
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Lube bellcranks and inspect for condition, security |
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Inspect fairleads and cable guards for condition, security |
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Lube trim control wheel and inspect for cleanliness, condition, security, binding, operation of position indicator |
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Lube stabilizer actuators if necessary and inspect for condition, security, proper operation |
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Inspect trim control system for correct rigging and proper travel |
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| Inspect stabilizer for condition, security, smooth operation | |
| Rudder control system | |
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Check rudders for correct direction of movement when operated from cabin |
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Lube pulleys and check for condition, security |
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Check cables for condition, fraying, security, tension, safetying of turnbuckles |
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Lube bellcranks and inspect for condition, security |
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Inspect fairleads and cable guards for condition, security |
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Lube rudder assemblies and inspect for condition, security, cleanliness |
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Check rudder system for correct rigging and proper travel |
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| Inspect rudder for condition, security, smooth operation, security of balance weight | |
| Inspect wings, wing struts, and empennage for condition, security, missing hardware, security of hinges, defective bearings |
Paperwork
| Check that all aircraft and engine documents are in accordance with current FAR’s | |
| Check all AD’s for compliance | |
| Verify that Airworthiness Certificate, Radio Station License, Registration, Owner’s Manual, and Weight and Balance are on board aircraft |