Rev. 5
3-5
COCKPIT
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♦ Flashlight
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♦ Straight edge
• Inspect the aft face of the firewall for corrosion, deformation or cracks, especially
around fasteners.
• Inspect each occupant harness latching mechanism, the condition of the strap
material and stitching.
• Check the installation, fasteners and condition of each seat back.
• Inspect the canopy windscreen and aft window for deterioration or breakage. The
canopy latch and latch block must be in good condition and installed correctly. Test
the security of the roll bar and check for any sign of fatigue. Check the canopy frame
for cracks / security.
• Check that the control panel items are marked permanently, clearly, and correctly.
• Inspect all switch panel and instrument panel connections for security and condition.
• Test all position lights, landing lights and cockpit lights for operation.
• Check the condition of in-service fuses and the condition and presence of spare
fuses.
• Run a rag along the control cables to check for frays or broken strands that will snag
the cloth. The stabilator cables must be aligned with the corresponding pulley and
free from physical interference. The locking clips on the tensioner barrels must be
installed and secure.
• Actuate the control stick forward and aft to check the pulley operation. The pulleys
must turn smoothly, without lateral play. With the control stick pulled back the trailing
edge of the stabilator must be up.
• Hold either control stick stationary and gently wiggle each push/pull rod; there must
not be free play or loose parts. Check the rod-end jam nuts for proper torque and
check the security of the rod-end connection fasteners.
• Actuate the control stick left and right. Operation must be smooth from stop to stop.
• Operate the flap lever to each detent. At each flap lever detent, check the full motion
of the control stick for smooth operation.
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