Inspect all instruments markings for
their readability and wear.
Inspect nose and main gear attach-
ments, bolts and bushings for condi-
tion and security. Check especially
for cracks, corrosion and damaged
surface protection. Inspect for loose-
ness, condition and security of
mounting points.
Examine the structure to which MLG
and NLG assembly is attached. Check
especially for cracks, nicks, cuts, cor-
rosion damage, or any other condition
that can cause stress concentrations
and eventual failure.
Inspect gear fairings for cracks, de-
formation, proper rigging, and gen-
eral condition.
Inspect the NLG for movement, con-
dition and relative steering system.
Check shock for general condition
and state of rubber disks.
Inspect tires for cuts, worn spots,
bulges on the side walls, foreign bod-
ies in the treads, and tread condition.
Check tire pressure.
Examine the wheel axles. Look espe-
cially for corrosion and cracks.
Disassemble the wheels and check for
cracks, corrosion, dents, distortion,
and faulty bearings. Clean, check and
repack wheel bearings with fresh
grease.
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