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Aviation Checklist

a tool used to identify any

potential risks to aircraft before take-off, flight,

landing, and taxiing

Fabric and skin

for deterioration, distortion, other evidence

of failure, and defective or insecure attachment of fittings.

Systems and components

for proper installation, apparent

defects, and satisfactory operation.

Envelope gas bags, ballast tanks, and related parts

for condition.

Generally (Cabin and Cockpit Group)

for cleanliness and loose equipment that should be secured.

Seats and safety belts

 

for condition and security.

Windows and windshields

for deterioration and breakage.

Instruments

 

for condition, mounting, marking, and (where practicable) for

proper operation.

Flight and engine controls  

for proper installation and operation.

Batteries

for proper installation and charge.

All systems (Cabin and Cockpit Group)

for proper installation, general condition, apparent defects, and

security of attachment.

Engine section

for visual evidence of excessive oil, fuel, or hydraulic leaks, and

sources of such leaks.

Studs and nuts

for proper torqueing and obvious defects.

Internal engine

for cylinder compression and for metal particles or foreign

matter on screens and sump drain plugs. If cylinder compression is weak, check

for improper internal condition and improper internal tolerances.

Engine mount

for cracks, looseness of mounting, and looseness of engine to

mount.

Flexible vibration dampeners

for condition and deterioration.

Engine controls

for defects, proper travel, and proper safe tying.

Lines, hoses, and clamps

for leaks, condition, and looseness.

Exhaust stacks

for cracks, defects, and proper attachment.

 

Accessories

for apparent defects in security of mounting.

All systems (Engine and Nacelle Group)

for proper installation, general condition defects, and secure

attachment.

Cowling

for cracks and defects.

Ground run-up and functional check

check all power plant controls and

systems for correct response, all instruments for proper operation and

indication.

All units (Landing Gear Group)

for condition and security of attachment 

Shock absorbing devices

for proper oleo fluid level.

Linkage, trusses, and members

for undue or excessive wear, fatigue, and distortion.

Retracting and locking mechanism

for proper operation.

Hydraulic lines

for leakage.

Electrical system

for chafing and proper operation of switches.

Wheels

for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.

Tires

for wear and cuts.

Brakes

for proper adjustment.

Floats and skis

for security of attachment and obvious defects.