DG Flugzeugbau GmbH
Flight manual DG-500M
B Inspection after rigging
Walk around the aircraft
1. All parts of the airframe
a) check for flaws such as bubbles, holes, bumps and cracks in the surface
b) check leading and trailing edges of the wings and control surfaces for
cracks
2. Cockpit area
a) check the canopy locking mechanism
b) check the canopy emergency release see sect. 7.15 (not each day, but
min. every 3 month)
c) check the main pin securing
check the securing ropes of the headrest in the rear cockpit for wear and
function and length: is it possible that the headrest interferes with the
control stick?
d) check all controls for wear and function, incl. positive control check
e) check the tow release system for wear and function incl. cable release
check
f) check for foreign objects
g) check the instrumentation and radio for wear and function
h) check the brake fluid level
i) check the fuel filter for dirt and sludge
j) check the engine controls
k) check all fuses including the battery fuse
l) check the extension-retraction mechanism by operating it in both
directions. The extension time should not exceed 13 seconds!
Note: If the mechanism can't be operated with the ignition switch or with
the manual switch, check the circuit breaker.
m) extend the engine with the manual switch
Issued: May 2008 TN843/28 App. 4.8
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