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N231RV

Vans Aircraft RV-6A

Pilots Operating Handbook

N231RVDiNieri RV-6A

Serial# 7221

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

SPAN: ..23 0

LENGTH: .19 9

HEIGHT: .6 8

SPEED:

Maximum at Sea Level ..182 Knots

Cruise, 75% Power at 8,000 Ft ..167 Knots

RANGE (includes 3 gal. for taxi, takeoff & climb):

75% @ 8000 , no reserve ..695 nm

55% @ 8000 no reserve ..840 nm

75% @ 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve ..540 nm

55% @ 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve ..650 nm

RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL ..2,050 FPM

SERVICE CEILING ...19,500 FT

TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE: . .535 Ft

LANDING PERFORMANCE: ...500 Ft

STALL SPEED (CAS):

Flaps Up, Power Off 47 Knots

Flaps Down, Power Off 43 Knots

MAXIMUM WEIGHT (Normal Category): .1800 Lbs

EMPTY WEIGHT .

1101 Lbs

MAXIMUM USEFUL LOAD: ..699 Lbs

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE 100 Lbs

WING LOADING (Pounds/ Sq. Ft) 17.27

POWER LOADING (Pounds/ HP) .10.5

FUEL:

Capacity

38 Gal Total

Type .100 LL

OIL CAPACITY .8 Qts

ENGINE: Lycoming ..O-320-E2DPROPELLER: Sensenich . 70CM6S9-0-81

AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS

SPEEDKIASREMARKS

VNENever Exceed Speed182 KtsDo not exceed this speed in any operations.

VNOMaximum Structural Cruising Speed156 KtsExceed this speed only in smooth air.

VAManeuvering Speed115 KtsDo not make full control movements above this speed. Full elevator deflection will result in a 6g load at this speed.

VFEMaximum Flap Extended Speed96 20 deg87 - FullDo not exceed this speed with flaps down

VyBest Rate of Climb75 Kts

VxBest Angle of Climb65 Kts

VsStall Speed Clean47 Kts

VsoStall Speed Landing Configuration43 Kts

AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS

MARKINGKIAS VALUE OR RANGESIGNIFICANCE

White Arc

43 87 KtsFull Flap Operating Range. Lower limit is Vso. Upper limit is maximum speed with flaps extended

Green Arc

47 156 Kts

Normal Operating Range. Lower limit is Vs. Upper limit is maximum structural cruising speed

Yellow Arc

156 182 Kts

Operations must be conducted with caution and only in smooth air.

Red Line182 Kts

Maximum speed for all operations

Views

AEROBATIC INFORMATION

Weight Limitation 1375 Pounds

Recommended Entry Speeds:

Loops, Horizontal Eights 120 - 165 Kts

Immelman Turns

130 - 165 Kts

Aileron Rolls, Barrel Rolls 105 - 165 Kts

Snap Rolls

70 - 95 Kts

Vertical Rolls

155 - 165 Kts

Split-S

85 - 95 Kts

PREFLIGHT INSPECTION

1.CABINa) Documentation -- Available In Airplane

b) Aeronautical Charts CURRENT AND APPROPRIATE TO FLIGHT

c) Seat Belt Securing Control Stick -- RELEASE

d) Ignition Switch -- OFF

e) Avionics -- OFF

f) Master Switch -- ON

g) Engine Monitor ON

h) Engine Monitor RESET FLIGHT TIME

i) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK QUANTITY

-- VERIFY ENGINE MONITOR PRESET

j) Flaps DOWN

k) Master Switch -- OFF

l) Carb Heat COLD

2. EMPENNAGEa) Tail Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT

b) Control Surfaces -- CHECK freedom of movement and security

c) Static Sources (both sides of fuselage) CHECK for blockage

3. RIGHT WINGa) Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security

b) Flap -- CHECK security

c) Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT

d) Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation

e) Chock -- REMOVE

f) Right Wing Tank SUMP

g) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY

h) Fuel Filler Cap SECURE

5. NOSEa) Engine Oil Level -- CHECK, do not operate with less than 4 quarts

b) Propeller and Spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security

c) Cowl Hinge Pins CHECK for security

d) Air Inlet -- CHECK for restrictions

e) Nose Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation

i) Master sw ON

j) Fuel Boost Pump ON

k) Gascolator SUMP

l) Fuel Boost Pump OFF

m) Master sw -- OFF

n) Chock -- REMOVE

o) Fuel Tank Vents -- CHECK for blockage

6. LEFT WINGa) Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT

b) Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation

c) Chock -- REMOVE

d) Left Wing Tank -- SUMP

e) Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY

f) Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE

g) Pitot Tube Cover -- REMOVE and check for blockage

h) Landing Light -- CHECK condition

i) Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security

j) Flap -- CHECK security

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

a) Preflight Inspection -- COMPLETE

b) Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses -- ADJUST and LOCK

c) Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK

d) Avionics and Electrical -- OFF

e) Brakes -- SET

f) Circuit Breakers -- CHECK IN

g) Canopy adjust

STARTING ENGINE (cold)

a) Mixture -- LEAN

b) Throttle to 1/8

c) Prop -- HIGH RPM

d) Master Switch ON

e) Flaps -- UP

f) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON

g) Prime Mix to rich (4-5 seconds when cold)

h) Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF

i) Propeller Area -- CLEAR

j) Ignition Switch -- START

k) Alt. Field, Avionics & Instruments ON

l) Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle

m) Position & Strobe ON

STARTING ENGINE (Warm)

n) Mixture -- LEAN

o) Throttle to 1/8

p) Prop -- HIGH RPM

q) Master Switch ON

r) Flaps -- UP

s) Fuel Purge Lever -- Pull

t) Fuel Boost Pump ON (5-10 seconds to purge)

u) Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF

v) Propeller Area -- CLEAR

w) Ignition Switch -- START

x) Alt. Field, Avionics & Instruments -- ON

y) Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle

z) Position & Strobe ON

BEFORE TAKEOFF

a) Brakes -- SET

b) Canopy -------- Main Latch SECURE

c) Flight Controls -- FREE and CORRECT

d) Flight Instruments SET Altimeter CORRECT PRESSURE D/G CORRECT HEADING

A/H ALLIGNED G-Meter RESET

GPS ON

e) Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK

f) Mixture -- RICH (below 3000)

g) Elevator and Aileron Trim -- NEUTRAL

h) Throttle -- 1700 RPM

1) Magnetos -- CHECK (125 max drop, 50 differential)

2) Suction CHECK (5 Hg)

3) Prop cycle CHECK operation

4) Engine Instruments -- CHECK

5) Throttle -- IDLE

i) Radios -- SET

j) Fuel Boost Pump -- ON

k) Transponder ALTITUDE

l) Passenger READY and willing

TAKEOFF

NORMAL TAKEOFF

a) Wing Flaps UP

b) Prop HIGH RPM

c) Throttle -- FULL OPEN

d) Elevator Control LIFT NOSE WHEEL (at 55KIAS)

e) Climb Speed -- 110 KIAS

SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF

a) Wing Flaps 10 Deg

b) Prop HIGH RPM

c) Brakes APPLY

d) Throttle FULL OPEN

e) Mixture RICH (above 3000 lean to obtain max RPM)

f) Brakes RELEASE

g) Climb Speed 80 KIAS (Vy)

ENROUTE CLIMB

a) Airspeed 110 - 130 KIAS

b) Throttle 25 in Hg, or full throttle

c) Prop 2500 RPM

d) Boost Pump OFF at 1000 feet AGL

e) Fuel Pressure CHECK

f) Mixture LEAN above 5000

CRUISE

a) Throttle 23 in Hg

b) Prop 2300 RPM

c) Trim ADJUST

d) Mixture LEAN to 50 deg C rich of peak

POSTFLIGHT

AFTER LANDING

a) Wing Flaps UP

b) Boost Pump OFF

c) Transponder STANDBYENGINE SHUTDOWN

a) Flaps DOWN

b) Prop FULL FORWARD

c) Throttle IDLE

d) CHT decidedly dropped

e) All electrical sw OFF

f) Avionics and Instr.-- OFF

g) Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF

h) Wait for shut down

i) Master OFF

SECURING AIRCRAFTa) Wheel Chocks

b) Wing & Tail Tie-Down

c) Pitot Tube Cover

d) Cockpit

e) Ignition Key REMOVED

f) Master and Electrical Switches OFF

Performance

Cruise Performance at 8,000:

KTASRPMMAPFuel Flow% Power

1672400238.4 GPH75%

1572200237.4 GPH65%

1512200216.3 GPH55%

No Wind Range at 8,000:

All range calculations include 3 gal. for engine start, taxi, takeoff and climb.

Engine is leaned for best economy.

One hour (8 gal.) reserve:

75% Power ..540 nm

65% Power ..575 nm

55% Power ..650 nm

No Reserve:

75% Power ..695 nm

65% Power ..745 nm

55% Power ..840 nm

WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA

Make: DiNieri

Model: RV-6A

Serial: 7221

Registration: N231RVMaximum Weights:

Aerobatic Category 1375 Lbs

Utility Category .1650 Lbs

Normal Category 2000 Lbs

Datum= 60 inches forward of wing leading edge (L.E.)

Design C.G. Range = 15% to 29% of wing chord

8.7 to 16.8 from L.E.

68.7 to 77.1 aft of Datum

Wing L.E. = 60 inches aft of datum

Main wheel right = 84.25 aft of datum

Main wheel left = 84.25 aft of datum

Nose wheel = 28.50 aft of datum

Fuel 70 aft of datum

Pilot and Passenger 87.4 aft of datum

Baggage .117 aft of datum

Aircraft weighed empty in level flight attitude.

(Includes 8 qts. of oil, no fuel)

Sample:

Weight

Arm

Moment

Aircraft1135

79306.5Fuel (6lbs/gal)

70

Pilot

87.4

Passenger

87.4

Baggage

117

Total

CG = Total Moment / Total Weight

CG =

in aft of datum

CG Range = 68.7 to 77.1 in aft of datum

Empty CG = 69.87WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA

*All CG ranges for possible flight conditions are within design limitsLeft MainRt. MainNoseTotal

weight4264202551101

ComponentWeight*Arm=Moment

Lmain42684.2535890.5

Rmain42084.2535385

Nose25528.567282.8

sub total78558.3

CG Range 68.7 to 77.1 in aft of datum

Empty C.G71.35

Max. Gross WeightFull Baggage, No Pax

ItemWeightArmMomentItemWeightArmMoment

Aircraft110178558.3Aircraft110178558.3

Fuel (6 lbs/gal)2287015,960Fuel (6 lbs/gal)2287015,960

Pilot2208719,140Pilot2208719,140

Passenger2208719,140Passenger0870

Baggage311173,627Baggage10011711,700

Total1800136,425.3Total1,649125,358.3

CG:75.79CG:76.02

Zero Fuel CG76.63Zero Fuel CG76.99

Pilot, Pax, No BaggagePilot, No Pax, No Baggage

ItemWeightArmMomentItemWeightArmMoment

Aircraft1,10178558.3Aircraft1,10178558.3

Fuel (6 lbs/gal)2287015,960Fuel (6 lbs/gal)2287015,960

Pilot2208719,140Pilot2208719,140

Passenger2208719,140Passenger0870

Baggage01170Baggage01170

Total1,769132,798.3Total1,549113,658.3

CG:75.07CG:73.38

Zero Fuel CG75.82Zero Fuel CG73.96

Engine Information

Model: ..Lycoming O-320 E2D, carburetedHP: 160

Fuel: ..91/96 or 100/130 octane minimum

..100LL

Oil Filter: ..Champion CH48110

OIL: AvgMIL-L-6082Ashless Dispersant

Ambiant Air Grades

Grades

Above 80FSAE 60

SAE 60,20w50

Above 60FSAE 60

SAE 60

30 90F

SAE 40

SAE 40,50

0-70F

SAE 30

SAE 30,40 or SAE 40

Below 10F

SAE 20

SAE 30 or 20w30

Oil Sump Capacity .. 8 U.S. Quarts

Minimum Safe Quantity ...2 U.S. Quarts

Operating Conditions:

Oil Inlet Temp:

82 deg C desired, 118 deg C Maximum

Oil Pressure:

95 psi max; 55 psi min; 25 psi idle

Fuel Pressure:

6 psi max; 2 psi min; 5 psi desired

Cyl. Head Temp66 deg C 205 deg C desired range, 260 deg C max

Max oil consumption .45qts/hr. at cruise

Conversion table:

Celc.Fahr.Celc.Fahr.Celc.Fahr.Celc.Fahr.Celc.Fahr.

105060140110230160320210410

166066150116240166330216420

217071160121250171340221430

278077170127260177350227440

329082180132270182360232450

3810088190138280188370238460

4311093200143290193380243470

4912099210149300199390249480

54130104220154310204400254490

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS

Engine Failure After Takeoff:

Wing Flaps Up 80 Kts

Wing Flaps Down ..70 Kts

Maneuvering Speed (Va) .115 Kts

Maximum Glide 80 Kts

ELECTRICAL / ALTERNATOR FAILURE

1. Avionics OFF

2. Master Switch OFF, both sides

3. Master Switch ON

IF ALTERNATOR IS STILL OFF-LINE:

4. Master Switch OFF

5. Electrical Switches OFF

6. Alternator Breaker PULL

7. Avionics OFF

8. Main Feed Breaker PULL

9. Alternate Feed Switch Guard UP

10. Alternate Feed Switch ON

11. Avionics ON as required

12. Electrical Equipment ON, as required

13. Flight TERMINATE as soon as practical, aircraft is on battery reserves only.


ENGINE FAILURES

ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN1. Throttle IDLE

2. Brakes APPLY

3. Wing Flaps RETRACT

4. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF

5. Ignition Switch OFF


ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF1. Airspeed 70 KIAS


3. Fuel Selector Valve OFF

4. Ignition Switch OFF

5. Wing Flaps AS REQUIRED


ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT1. Airspeed 80 Knots

2. Boost Pump ON

3. Fuel Selector SWITCH TANKS

4. Mixture RICH

5. Ignition Switch BOTH, LEFT, RIGHT

6. Transponder 7700


FIRES

DURING START ON GROUND1. Cranking CONTINUE, to get a start which would suck the flames and accumulated fuel through the carb and into the engine.

If engine starts:

2. Power 1700 RPM for a few minutes

3. Engine SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage

If engine fails to start:

4. Throttle FULL OPEN


6. Cranking CONTINUE

7. Fire Extinguisher OBTAIN

8. Engine SECURE

ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT


2. Fuel Selector Valve OFF


4. Cabin Heat and Air OFF

ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT


2. Avionics OFF

3. All Other Switches (except ignition) OFF

4. Vents/ Cabin Air/ Heat CLOSED

5. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available)

CABIN FIRE


2. Vents/ Cabin Heat CLOSED

3. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available)

WING FIRE

1. Nav & Strobe Lights OFF

2. Landing Light OFF

FAR 91.125 - ATC light signals.

ATC light signals have the meaning shown in the following table:

Color and type of signalMeaning with respect to aircraft on the surface Meaning with respect to

aircraft in flight

Steady green Cleared for takeoff Cleared to land

Flashing green Cleared to taxi Return for landing

Steady red Stop Give way to other aircraft and continue circling.

Flashing red Taxi clear of runway in useAirport unsafedo not use

Flashing white Return to starting point on airportN/A

Alternating red and greenExercise extreme caution Exercise extreme caution

Compass Headings, VFR under 18,000ft

CourseAltitude

0 179 degrees Odd thousand +500

180 360 degreesEven thousand + 500

CONDITION INSPECTION (Caution: Always look for corrosion, leaks, loose fasteners, missing cotter pins/safety wire, chafing, galling and/or other unusual wear. Ground magnetos before working on propeller and/or engine.)PROPELLER GROUP

1>__Remove Spinner, Noting Alignment Marks

2>__Inspect Spinner and Backplate for Cracks or Damaged Nutplates

3>__Check Spinner Backplate Mounting Bolts and Spacers

4>__Inspect Propeller Blades for Nicks, Cracks and/or Surface Erosion

5>__Check for Visible Grease and/or Oil Leaks at all Seals

6>__Inspect Hub Shells for Cracks and/or Corrosion

7>__Lubricate Propeller per Lubrication Chart

8>__Check Propeller Mounting Bolt Torque and Safety Wire

9>__Noting Alignment Marks, Reinstall Spinner using New Fasteners

POWERPLANT GROUP

[Cowling Subgroup]

1>__Remove Hinge Pin Cover Plates (2) and Cowling Joining Screws (6)

2>__Release Camlocs (12), Pull Pins (2) and Remove Upper Cowling

3>__Pull Bottom Pins (2), Side Pins (2) and Remove Lower Cowling

4>__Check for Excessive Hinge and/or Hinge Pin Wear

5>__Clean and Inspect Cowling for Cracks and/or Distortion

6>__Check for Loose and/or Missing Fasteners

7>__Check Access Doors and Latches for Operation and Condition

[Lubrication Subgroup]

1>__Drain Oil Sump and Collect Oil Sample for Analysis

2>__Remove, Clean and Inspect Oil Pump Suction and Pressure Screens

3>__Remove/Replace Spin-on Oil Filter and Safety Wire

4>__Check Oil Cooler Fittings and Lines for Leaks and/or Chafing

5>__Check Oil Cooler Condition and Door Operation

6>__Check Oil Temperature Sender for Leaks and Security

7>__Check Crankcase Breather, Oil Separator and Hoses for Obstructions

8>__Remove and Clean Oil Separator Media in Solvent, then Reinstall

9>__Drain Oil Separator Condensate Bowl

10>__Fill Engine with New Oil per Lubrication Chart

11>__Check Governor and Oil Line for Cracks and/or Leaks

[Starter/Alternator Subgroup]

1>__Inspect Starter Pinion, Ring Gear and Grease per Lubrication Chart

2>__Check Balance Weight(s) Security

3>__Check Starter Mountings and Lead Connection

4>__Check Alternator Mountings and Lead Connections

5>__Check Alternator Condition

6>__Check Alternator Belt Condition and Tension

[Baffle Subgroup]

1>__Clean/Degrease Engine, Baffle and Airseal Gasket Surfaces

2>__Check Baffle Fit and Fastenings

3>__Inspect Baffles and Airseal Gaskets for Condition

4>__Seal any Gaps with RTV

[Engine/Firewall Subgroup]

1>__Inspect Engine Mount for Cracks

2>__Inspect Shock Isolators, Mounting Bolts and Washers for Condition

3>__Inspect Brake Fluid Reservoir Level

4>__Check all Firewall Penetration Seals

5>__Check Senders, Hoses and Wiring for Security

6>__Check Accessories on Rear Case for Security and Leaks

7>__Check Crankcase/Sump for Cracks, Leaks and/or Missing Fasteners

8>__Check Barrel Base Nuts for Security

9>__Check Rocker Box Cover Gaskets for Leaks

10>__Check Push Rod Covers for Straightness

11>__Check Push Rod Cover Seals for Leaks

12>__Inspect Oil Return Lines for Condition

13>__Inspect Exhaust System and Mounting Brackets for Cracks

14>__Inspect Exhaust Gaskets for Leaks and Retorque Mounting Nuts

15>__Check Heat Muffs, Heat Boxes and SCAT Hoses for Security

16>__Inspect Cylinder Head for Bent Fins and/or Burned Paint

17>__Pull Prop Thru and Observe Compression on each Cylinder

18>__Check Warm WOT Compression (PSIg) 1____ 2____ 3____ 4____

[Ignition Subgroup]

1>__Check Condition of Spark Plugs, Clean and Regap

2>__Rotate Plug Position/Polarity, Apply Anti-seize and Reinstall

3>__Check Ignition Harness, Springs and Insulators for Condition

4>__Check Magneto P-Lead Attachments

5>__Check Magneto Seals for Oil Leaks

6>__Check Breaker Felt for Proper Lubrication

7>__Check Magneto Points for Pitting and Correct E-Gap

8>__Check Magneto Distributor Block for Cracks, Burns or Tracking

9>__Check Impulse Coupling and Magneto Timing ((BTDC) L___ R___

10>__Check Magneto Mounting Clamps/Nuts for Security

[Fuel System Subgroup]

1>__Remove and Clean Gascolator Screen and Bowl

2>__Clean Fuel Pump Screens

3>__Drain Carburetor, Clean Inlet Strainer and Retorque to 35-40 in-lb

4>__Inspect Condition of Fuel Lines

5>__Pressurize and Check Fuel System for Leaks

6>__Inspect Primer System for Leaks

[Intake Subgroup]

1>__Check Operation of Carb Heat Door, SCAT Ducting and Heat Muffs

2>__Check Ram Air Seal Condition

3>__Remove, Clean and Lubricate Air Filter

4>__Check Engine Controls for Proper Operation

5>__Check Throttle and Mixture Linkage

6>__Check Alternate Air, Mixture and Throttle Safety Springs

7>__Check Movement of all Engine Controls

8>__Reinstall Cowlings, Pins, Screws, Camlocs and Hinge Pin Covers

CABIN GROUP

[General Subgroup]

1>__Inspect Canopy Structure and Mounting Points

2>__Inspect Canopy Latching Mechanism and Seals

3>__Inspect Acrylic Window for Cracks

4>__Check Condition of Seats and Cushions

5>__Check Condition of Harnesses and Attach Points

6>__Check Fire Extinguisher and O2 Cylinder Condition and Currency

[Controls Subgroup]

1>__Check Fuel Selector Valve Operation

2>__Check Cabin Fuel Lines for Leaks

3>__Check Elevator and Aileron Trim Servo Operation and Display

4>__Check Flap Operation and Display

5>__Check Rudder Pedal Operation and Adjustment

6>__Inspect Rudder Pedals, Cables and Attachments

7>__Check Brake Masters and Associated Tubing for Leaks

8>__Check Control Sticks, Linkages and Push/Pull Tubes (both ends)

9>__Lubricate Control Pivots and Cables

[Instrument Subgroup]

1>__Check Master/Starter Contactors and Associated Wiring

2>__Check Master Bypass for Operation

3>__Check Instruments, Lines and Attachments

4>__Check Pitot/Static System for Leaks

5>__Drain Static Sump as Necessary

6>__Check Wing Leveler Gyro Operation

7>__Check Wing Leveler Servo Mounting, Linkage and Clutch

8>__Check Gyro Air Filter Condition and Replace as Necessary

9>__Clean or Replace Vacuum Regulator Garter Filter

10>__Check Altimeter Calibration and Operation

11>__Check VSI Operation

12>__Check Battery Box, Battery and Cables

13>__Check Antenna Connections and Mounting

14>__Check VM1000 Operation and Battery Condition

15>__Check ELT Operation and Battery Date (Xmitter and Remote Panel)

FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP

1>__Remove Empennage Fairings and Fuselage Inspection Plates

2>__Inspect Structure for Corrosion and Condition

3>__Inspect Engine Mount to Longeron Weldments for Cracks

4>__Check Control Surface Pivot Bolts for Wear

5>__Check Elevator Counterbalance Weights

6>__Check Elevator and Rudder Control Stop Condition

7>__Inspect Elevator Trim Tab and Actuator Rod

8>__Check Elevator Reversal Bellcrank, Horns and Attachments

9>__Check Bulkheads and Stringers for Damage

10>__Check Vertical Stab Spar Attach Points

11>__Check Rudder Horn and Attachment

12>__Check Horizontal Stab Spar Attach Points

13>__Check that Static Ports are Clear

14>__Check Electrical Connections

15>__Reinstall Inspection Plates and Fairings

16>__Check that all Drain Holes are Open

17>__Check Skin Condition and Rivets (especially the belly pan)

WING GROUP

1>__Remove Wing Root Fairings and Inspection Plates

2>__Inspect Structure for Corrosion and Condition

3>__Check Fuel Tanks, Lines and Drains for Leaks

4>__Check Fuel Vents not Blocked

5>__Check Fuel Cap and Oring Condition

6>__Inspect Wing Tip Attachment

7>__Inspect Wing Root Attachment

8>__Check Aileron System and Attach Bolts for Wear

9>__Check Aileron Control Stops and Counterbalance Weights

10>__Check Aileron Trim Tab and Actuator Rod

11>__Check Aileron Bellcrank Condition

12>__Check Flap System and Attachments for Slop

13>__Check Flap Torque Tube for Cracks/Distortion

14>__Check Flap Actuator Rod End and Jam Nut for Security

15>__Check Wingwalk Condition

16>__Check Skin Condition and Rivets

17>__Check Electrical Connections

18>__Check Pitot Tube and Plumbing

19>__Reinstall Inspection Plates and Fairings

LANDING GEAR GROUP

1>__Remove Wheel Pant Front Covers

2>__Check Tire Condition and Pressure

3>__Replace Tubes after 3 Years of Use

4>__Check Wheel Bearing Condition and Repack as Necessary

5>__Check Wheels for Cracks, Corrosion and Broken Fasteners

6>__Check Brake Calipers, Pads, Discs and Bushings for Wear

7>__Check Fluid Lines and Fittings for Security and/or Leaks

8>__Check Damping Strip and Gear Fairing Attachments

9>__Remove Nose Gear and Examine for Cracks

10>__Check Nose Gear Breakout Force, Stops and Grease

11>__Check Gear Attachment Fasteners

12>__Reinstall Wheel Pant Front Covers

OPERATIONAL INSPECTION

1>__Check Engine Driven Fuel Pump for Proper Pressure

2>__Check Boost Pump for Proper Pressure

3>__Check Fuel Selector for Engine Shutoff

4>__Check Oil Pressure and Temperature

5>__Check Alternator Output at High Draw

6>__Check Manifold Pressure Varies with Throttle

7>__Check Carb Heat Function

8>__Check Vacuum System

9>__Check Gyros for Noise and/or Roughness

10>__Check Altitude Reporting System and Recertify Biennially

11>__Check Fuel Senders/Gauges

12>__Check Landing, Position, Strobe, Cabin, Instrument/Warning Lights

13>__Check Servo Tabs and Flaps for Travel

14>__Check Radio Transmission and Reception

15>__Check Canopy Ajar Switch

16>__Check Cabin Heat Operation

17>__Check Ignition Switch/Magneto Grounding Operation

18>__Check Throttle and Mixture Operation

19>__Check Propeller Track, Cycling and Smoothness

20>__Check Parking Brake Operation

21>__Check Brakes for Smooth Operation Both Sides

22>__Check VM1000 Display Elements

23>__Check for Proper Idle rpm and >2350 rpm Static

24>__Check for 20 rpm Rise upon Leaning Mixture

DOCUMENTATION GROUP

1>__Check Registration, Airworthiness Cert and Operating Limitations

2>__Check Radio Station License (Not Required for Domestic Flights)

3>__Check Data Plate(s)

4>__Review Weight and Balance Data

5>__Review Equipment List

6>__Review Airworthiness Directives for Applicability

7>__Review Service Bulletin/Letter Compliance

8>__Document Condition Inspection and Record Maintenance Performed

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