Extra EA 400 - Section 8 Handling, Servicing and Maintenance

Pilot’s Operating Handbook Section 8
EA 400-500 Handling, Servicing and Maintenance
Section 8
Handling, Servicing and Maintenance
Table of Contents
Paragraph Page
8.1 Introduction....................................................................................... 8-3
8.2 Aircraft Inspection Periods.............................................................. 8-4
8.3 Alterations or Repairs to the Aircraft............................................. 8-4
8.4 Ground Handling.............................................................................. 8-4
8.4.a Towing................................................................................................ 8-5
8.4.b Parking................................................................................................ 8-5
8.4.c Tie Down ............................................................................................ 8-6
8.4.d Jacking ................................................................................................ 8-6
8.4.e Leveling .............................................................................................. 8-6
8.4.f Aircraft inactive .................................................................................. 8-6
8.5 Servicing ............................................................................................ 8-7
8.5.a Fuel System Servicing ........................................................................ 8-7
8.5.b Oil ..................................................................................................... 8-10
8.5.c Reserved............................................................................................ 8-10
8.5.d Landing Gear Hydraulic Oil ............................................................. 8-10
8.5.e Air..................................................................................................... 8-11
8.6 Cleaning and Care .......................................................................... 8-11
8.6.a Windshield-Windows........................................................................ 8-11
8.6.b Painted Surfaces................................................................................ 8-12
8.6.c Propeller Care ................................................................................... 8-12
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