S = SATISFACTORY U = UNSATISFACTORY
(correct all unsatisfactory items prior to flight)
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Builder/Inspector
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Registration/Airworthiness/Operation Limitations
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Aircraft Identification Plates Installed
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Experimental Placard Installed
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Weight and Balance/Equipment List
(updated for each flight)
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Radio License
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Wings:
Remove Inspection Plates/Fairings
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General Inspection of the Exterior/Interior Wing
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Flight Controls Balance Weights for Security
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Flight Controls Proper Attachment (No Slop)
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Flight Control Hinges/Rod End Bearings Serviceability
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Flight Controls Properly Rigged/Proper Tension
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Inspect All Control Stops for Security
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Trim Control Properly Rigged
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Trim Control Surfaces/Hinges/Rod End Bearings Serv.
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Frayed Cables or Cracked/Frozen Pulleys
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Skin Panels Delaminate/Voids (Coin Test)
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Popped Rivets/Cracked/Deformed Skin
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Fabric/Rib Stitching/Tape Condition
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Lubrication
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Wing Attach Points
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Flying/Landing Wires/Struts for Security
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Corrosion
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For U/L Aircraft Check
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Flight Control Bolts/Pins for Safety and Condition
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Wing/Strut/Cable Attachments and Hardware for Safety and Condition
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Fuel System: Corrosion
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Fuel Lines for Chafing/Leaks/Security/Condition
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Sump All Fuel Tanks for Water or Debris
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Fuel Caps for Security
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Fuel Placard
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Fuel Valve/Cross Feed/for Operation and Security
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Clean Fuel Filters/Gascolator/Flush System
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Inspect Fuel Tank Vent System
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Landing Gear:
Inspect Struts/Torque Links for Attachment
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Inspect Struts for Proper Extension
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Inspect for Hydraulic Leaks
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Check All Bushings for Wear/Free play
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Check Lubrication
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Inspect wheels for alignment
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Wheel/Tires for Cracks and Serviceability
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Wheel Bearings for Lubrication
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Inspect for Corrosion
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Inspect Nose Gear for Cracks and Travel
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Inspect Tail Wheel for Cracks and Travel
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Perform Gear Retraction Test/CK Indicator Lights
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Emergency Gear Retraction System
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Check Tire Pressure
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Brake Lining Within Limits
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Brake Disks for Cracks, Wear and Deformity
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Brake Hydraulic Lines for Leaks and Security
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Fuselage:
Remove Inspection Plates and Panels
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Inspect Bulkheads and Stringers for Popped Rivets and Cracked Skin
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Inspect for Delaminated Skin/Voids (Coin Test)
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Inspect the Security of All Internal Lines
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Inspect Windows/Canopy for Cracks and Fit
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Inspect Door or Canopy Latching Mechanism
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Inspect Fire Wall for Distortion and Cracks
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Inspect Rudder Pedals and Brakes for Operation and Security
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Inspect Behind Firewall for Loose Wires and Chafing Lines
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Check Control Stick/Yoke for Freedom of Movement
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Check Flap Control Operation
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Check Cable and Pulleys for Attachment and Operation
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Perform Flood-Light Carbon Monoxide Test
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Ensure The Cockpit Instruments Are Properly Marked
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Inspect Instruments, Lines, for Security
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Check/Clean/Replace Instrument Filter
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Inspect Cockpit Fresh Air Vents/Heater Vents for Operation and Security
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Inspect Seats, Seat Belts/Shoulder Harness for Security and Attachment
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Corrosion
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Check Ballistic Chute Installation Per Manufacturer
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Recommendations
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Empennage/Canard
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Remove Inspection Plates and Fairings
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Inspect Canard Attach Points for Security
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Inspect Vertical Fin Attach Points
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Inspect Elevators/Stabilizer Attach Points
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Inspect Hinges/Trim Tabs/Rod Ends for Attachment and Free Play (Slop)
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Inspect Empennage/Canard Skin for Damage/Corrosion
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Inspect All Control Cables, Hinges and Pulleys
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Inspect All Control Stops
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For U/L:
Check All Attachment Points and Control for Safety Condition
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Engine:
Perform Compression Test #1 _____ #2_____ #3 _____
#4 _____ #5 _____ #6 _____
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Change Oil and Filter (Check for Metal)
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Inspect Ignition Harness for Condition and Continuity
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Check Ignition Lead Cigarettes for Condition/Cracks
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Clean and Gap Spark Plugs
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Check Magneto Timing/Points/Oil Seal/Distributor
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Inspect Engine Mount/Bushings
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Inspect Engine Mount Attachment Bolt Torque
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Inspect Alternator/Generator Attachment
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Check Alternator/Generator Belt Condition
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Inspect Cylinders for Cracks/Broken Fins/Exhaust Stains
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Inspect Engine Baffles for Cracks/Condition
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Check for Oil Leaks Inspect Vacuum Pump and Lines
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Inspect Oil Vent Lines
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Inspect All Cabin Heat/Carb Heat/Defroster Ducts for Condition
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Inspect Carburetor for Security & Clean Inlet Screen
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Inspect Intake Hoses/Seals for Security/Leaks
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Inspect Throttle/Mixture/Carb Heat/Control For Proper Travel and Security
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Inspect Carb Heat Air Box for Cracks/Operation
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Inspect Condition of Flexible Fuel and Oil Lines
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Inspect Oil Cooler for Leaks and Condition
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Check Exhaust System for Attachment and Condition
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Check Muffler/Internal Baffle/for Security
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Check Exhaust Pipes/Flanges for Security & Attachment
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Repack Exhaust Gaskets as Required
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Check Cowling for Cracks and Security
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For U/L:
Check Carb Boots on 2 Cycle Engines for Cracks
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Check Safeties on Exhaust Springs
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Perform 2 Cycle Compression Test to Check Seals
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Ensure Spark Plug Caps are Safetied on Inverted Engines
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Propeller:
Check Spinner and Back Plate for Cracks
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Inspect for Cracks/Stone Damage/Nicks
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Check for Delamination (Wood/Composite Blades)
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Check Prop Bolts Torque/Safety Wire
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Check for Oil Leaks (Crankcase Nose Seal)
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Grease Leaks (Constant Speed Prop)
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Check Propeller Governor for Leaks and Operation
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Check Prop Track
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Check Prop Balance (Wood Prop)
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Electrical
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Spare Fuses Available
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Battery Serviced and Free From Corrosion
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Battery Box Free From Corrosion
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ELT Battery Free From Corrosion and Current Battery
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Check Landing Light Operation
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Check Position Lights Operation
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Check Anti Collision Light for Operation
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Inspect All Antenna Mounts and Wiring for Security
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Check All Grounding Wires (Engine to Airframe, Wing to Aileron/Flap, etc.)
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Inspect Radios/Leads/Wires for Attachment & Security
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Inspect Circuit Breakers/Fuses Panels for Condition
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Operational Inspection:
Visual Inspection of the Engine/Propeller
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All Inspection Panels and Fairings Secure
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Personnel with Fire Bottle Standing By
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Brake System Check
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Proper Fuel in Tanks
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Engine Start Procedures
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Oil Pressure/Oil Temperature Within Limits
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Vacuum Gauge Check
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Magneto Check/Hot Mag Check
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Idle RPM/Mixture Check
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Static RPM Check
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Electrical System Check
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Cool Down Period/Engine Shut Down
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Perform Oil, Hydraulic, and Fuel Leak Check
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Paperwork:
Airworthiness Directives
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Record Findings and Sign Off Inspection and Maintenance in Aircraft Log Books
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