P&M Aviation QUIK User Manual

Quik & Quik GT450 Maintenance Manual
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March 2007
Issue 1 Page 1 of 54
QUIK & QUIK GT450
Aircraft Maintenance Manual – Issue 1
P&M Aviation Ltd, Unit B, Crawford St, Rochdale, Lancashire OL16 5NU
Great Britain
Tel: +44 (0)1706 655134 Fax: +44 (0)1706 631561
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P&M Aviation QUIK Specifications

General

Brand	P&M Aviation
Model	QUIK
Category	Aircrafts
Language	English

Summary

NOTICE

IMPORTANT!

Safety Symbols Overview

Explanation of WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE symbols used in the manual.

FOREWORD

Abbreviations

Units and Tooling

Definitions of units of measurement and a list of required tooling.

1. PREPARATION FOR SAFE LSA OPERATION

1.1. TRAINING

Pilot qualifications, type conversion, and currency requirements for safe operation.

1.2. MODIFICATIONS

Prohibition of unauthorized modifications for safety and legality.

1.3. PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS

Importance of rigorous daily checks and adherence to operating instructions.

1.4. SAFETY HARNESSES

Proper use and security of 3-point and 4-point harnesses for pilot and passenger.

1.5. GROUND HANDLING

Safe procedures for taxiing, parking, and ground maneuvering.

1.6. AIRSTRIP CRITERIA

Requirements for safe airstrips, including surface, length, and obstructions.

1.7. SPECIAL HAZARDS

Awareness of hazards like propellers and exhaust systems.

2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

2.1. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DRAWINGS

Diagrams illustrating aircraft layout, dimensions, and key components.

3. GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1. EMPTY WEIGHT

Typical empty weights for Quik and Quik GT450 models.

3.2. FUEL LOADS

Fuel capacity, weight, and limitations for cockpit loads and empty weights.

3.3. CENTRE OF GRAVITY

Critical CG considerations for the wing and trike.

3.4. AIRCRAFT DIMENSIONS

Specifications for wing span, sail area, aspect ratio, and trike dimensions.

3.5 POWERPLANT SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for Rotax engines, including type, power, and prop details.

3.6. RUNNING GEAR

Tyre pressures for front and rear wheels.

3.7. PLACARDS, DECALS AND LOCATIONS

List and locations of various placards and decals on the aircraft.

4. MAINTENANCE

4.1. GENERAL

General advice on maintenance, corrosion, fatigue, and repairs.

4.2. INSPECTION & SERVICING SCHEDULES

Detailed schedules for inspection and servicing of aircraft components.

4.3. FATIGUE LIFE

Inspection intervals for fatigue crack damage on critical components.

4.4. PRIMARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - THE TRIKE

Description of the trike's main structure and systems.

4.5 TRIKE

General care and handling of the trike.

4.6 LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and procedures for the trike and suspension.

4.7 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - ENGINE CONTROLS

Operation of throttle, choke, and ignition switches.

4.8 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - BRAKING SYSTEM

How to operate the brakes and engage the parking brake.

4.9 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - FUEL SYSTEM

Preferred fuel types and procedures for managing the fuel tank.

4.10 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - SEAT BELTS

Mandatory use of safety harnesses with shoulder restraints.

4.11 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS – COCKPIT, FAIRINGS AND SCREEN

Care and cleaning of cockpit, fairings, and polycarbonate screen.

4.12 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description of power and sensor wiring, alternator, and protection devices.

4.13 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - CARBURETTOR HEAT

How the carburettor heat system works and its maintenance.

4.14 SECONDARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - RADIATOR COVERS

Purpose and adjustment of the oil radiator jacket for temperature control.

4.16 PRIMARY STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS - THE WING

Description of the wing's primary structures and sail.

4.17 TRIM SYSTEM

Operation and adjustment of the electric trim system.

4.17 WING

Airframe construction, wing tip fins, fabric maintenance, and inspection.

5. REPAIRS

5.1. WING REPAIRS

Guidelines for inspecting and performing repairs on the wing structure.

5.2. TRIKE REPAIRS

Guidelines for inspecting and performing repairs on the trike structure.

5.3. ENGINE REPAIR AND OVERHAUL

Procedures for engine repair, overhaul, and inspection.

6. RIGGING THE AIRCRAFT

6.1. GENERAL RIGGING PROCEDURES

Meticulous inspection and repeatable sequence for rigging the aircraft.

Areas of High Stress

Identification of critical areas on the wing requiring special attention during rigging.

6.2. WING RIGGING

Wing Rigging Steps

Detailed step-by-step instructions for rigging the aircraft wing.

6.3. PREPARING THE TRIKE

6.4. CONNECTING THE WING TO THE TRIKE

Procedures for connecting the wing to the trike and ensuring correct assembly.

7. DE-RIGGING THE AIRCRAFT

7.1. DE-RIGGING

Step-by-step instructions for safely dismantling the aircraft.

7.2. RIGGED WING STORAGE

Proper procedures for storing the wing when rigged.

7.3. WING OVERNIGHT PARKING

Guidelines for parking the wing overnight into the wind.

Appendix A – Wiring Diagrams

Dashboard Assembly

Wiring diagram for the aircraft's dashboard instruments.

Electric Start Wiring

Wiring diagram for the electric starter system.

Signal Loom Wiring

Wiring diagram for the signal loom connecting sensors to the engine.