Cessna 182 - Page 81

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6. Cowl flaps
Confirm secure
Check for any foreign objects
inside the engine
compartment.
CAUTION
During bird nesting season,
use a flashlight and carry out
a thorough visual check inside
the cowl flaps.
7. Cowling – left side
Secure, access panels closed
8. Left static port
Clear
9. Propeller
Blades for nicks, Spinner for
security, Oil leaks
10. Landing Lights
Condition and cleanliness
11. Air intakes
Clear and unobstructed
CAUTION
During bird nesting season,
use a flashlight and carry out
a thorough visual check inside
the cowl flaps
12. Cowling – right side
Secure
13. Right static port
Clear
RIGHT MAIN GEAR
14. Brake line
Condition
Check for security, wear,
chafing or leaking.
15. Brake rotor and pads
Condition and wear
Check for unusual wear.
16. Tire
Inflation and wear
RIGHT WING
17. Strut and tow mirror
Condition and security
18. Leading edge – vortex
generators, fresh air
vents
Condition
Aircraft is U/S if more than
five VGs are missing in total
from all surfaces.
19. Wing surfaces – upper
and lower
Condition
20. Wing tip
Condition
21. Aileron and flap
Movement, condition, hinge
points, actuators, static wicks
Closely check flap tracks,
brackets and surrounding
wing skins for cracking, wear,
rubbing, contact or other
damage.