Vans Aircraft RV-6A

Pilots Operating Handbook

N231RV
DiNieri RV-6A
Serial# 7221

N231RV
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
SPAN: ..
LENGTH: .
HEIGHT: .

23 0
19 9
6 8

SPEED:
Maximum at Sea Level ..
Cruise, 75% Power at 8,000 Ft ..

182 Knots
167 Knots

RANGE (includes 3 gal. for taxi, takeoff & climb):

75% @ 8000 , no reserve ..
55% @ 8000 no reserve ..
75% @ 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve ..
55% @ 8000, one hour (8 gal) reserve ..

695 nm
840 nm
540 nm
650 nm

RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL ..

2,050 FPM

SERVICE CEILING ...

19,500 FT

TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE: . .

535 Ft

LANDING PERFORMANCE: ...

500 Ft

STALL SPEED (CAS):

Flaps Up, Power Off
Flaps Down, Power Off

47 Knots
43 Knots

MAXIMUM WEIGHT (Normal Category): .

EMPTY WEIGHT .
MAXIMUM USEFUL LOAD: ..
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
WING LOADING (Pounds/ Sq. Ft)
POWER LOADING (Pounds/ HP) .
FUEL:
Capacity
Type .

1800 Lbs
1101 Lbs
699 Lbs
100 Lbs
17.27
10.5

OIL CAPACITY .
ENGINE: Lycoming ..
PROPELLER: Sensenich .

8 Qts
O-320-E2D
70CM6S9-0-81

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38 Gal Total
100 LL

N231RV

AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
SPEED
KIAS
VNE

Never Exceed Speed

182 Kts

VNO
VA

Maximum Structural
Cruising Speed
Maneuvering Speed

156 Kts

VFE

Maximum Flap
Extended Speed

Vy

Best Rate of Climb

96 20 deg
87 - Full
75 Kts

Vx

Best Angle of Climb

65 Kts

Vs

Stall Speed Clean

47 Kts

Vso

Stall Speed Landing

Configuration

43 Kts

115 Kts

REMARKS
Do not exceed this speed in
any operations.
Exceed this speed only in
smooth air.
Do not make full control
movements above this speed.
Full elevator deflection will
result in a 6g load at this
speed.
Do not exceed this speed with
flaps down

AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS

MARKING
White Arc

KIAS VALUE
OR RANGE
43 87 Kts

Green Arc

47 156 Kts

Yellow Arc

156 182 Kts

Red Line

182 Kts

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SIGNIFICANCE
Full Flap Operating Range. Lower
limit is Vso. Upper limit is maximum
speed with flaps extended
Normal Operating Range. Lower
limit is Vs. Upper limit is maximum
structural cruising speed
Operations must be conducted with
caution and only in smooth air.
Maximum speed for all operations

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AEROBATIC INFORMATION
Weight Limitation 1375 Pounds
Recommended Entry Speeds:
Loops, Horizontal Eights
Immelman Turns
Aileron Rolls, Barrel Rolls
Snap Rolls
Vertical Rolls
Split-S

120 - 165 Kts

130 - 165 Kts
105 - 165 Kts
70 - 95 Kts
155 - 165 Kts
85 - 95 Kts

PREFLIGHT INSPECTION
1.

CABIN
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)

Documentation -- Available In Airplane

Aeronautical Charts CURRENT AND APPROPRIATE TO FLIGHT
Seat Belt Securing Control Stick -- RELEASE
Ignition Switch -- OFF
Avionics -- OFF
Master Switch -- ON
Engine Monitor ON
Engine Monitor RESET FLIGHT TIME
Fuel Quantity -- CHECK QUANTITY
-- VERIFY ENGINE MONITOR PRESET
Flaps DOWN
Master Switch -- OFF
Carb Heat COLD

2. EMPENNAGE
a)
Tail Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT
b)
Control Surfaces -- CHECK freedom of movement and security
c)
Static Sources (both sides of fuselage) CHECK for blockage
3. RIGHT WING
a)
Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security
b)
Flap -- CHECK security
c)
Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT
d)
Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation
e)
Chock -- REMOVE
f)
Right Wing Tank SUMP
g)
Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY
h)
Fuel Filler Cap SECURE

5.

NOSE
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

Engine Oil Level -- CHECK, do not operate with less than 4 quarts
Propeller and Spinner -- CHECK for nicks and security
Cowl Hinge Pins CHECK for security
Air Inlet -- CHECK for restrictions
Nose Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation

i)
j)
k)
l)
m)

Master sw ON
Fuel Boost Pump ON
Gascolator SUMP
Fuel Boost Pump OFF
Master sw -- OFF

n)
o)

Chock -- REMOVE
Fuel Tank Vents -- CHECK for blockage

6. LEFT WING
a)
Wing Tie-Down -- DISCONNECT
b)
Main Wheel Tire -- CHECK for proper inflation
c)
Chock -- REMOVE
d)
Left Wing Tank -- SUMP
e)
Fuel Quantity -- CHECK VISUALLY
f)
Fuel Filler Cap -- SECURE
g)
Pitot Tube Cover -- REMOVE and check for blockage
h)
Landing Light -- CHECK condition
i)
Aileron -- CHECK freedom of movement and security
j)
Flap -- CHECK security

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)

Preflight Inspection -- COMPLETE

Seat Belts and Shoulder Harnesses -- ADJUST and LOCK
Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK
Avionics and Electrical -- OFF
Brakes -- SET
Circuit Breakers -- CHECK IN
Canopy adjust

STARTING ENGINE (cold)

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)

Mixture -- LEAN
Throttle to 1/8
Prop -- HIGH RPM
Master Switch ON
Flaps -- UP
Fuel Boost Pump -- ON
Prime Mix to rich (4-5 seconds when cold)
Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF
Propeller Area -- CLEAR
Ignition Switch -- START
Alt. Field, Avionics & Instruments ON
Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle
Position & Strobe ON

STARTING ENGINE (Warm)

n)
o)
p)
q)
r)
s)
t)
u)
v)
w)
x)
y)
z)

Mixture -- LEAN
Throttle to 1/8
Prop -- HIGH RPM
Master Switch ON
Flaps -- UP
Fuel Purge Lever -- Pull
Fuel Boost Pump ON (5-10 seconds to purge)
Fuel Boost Pump -- OFF
Propeller Area -- CLEAR
Ignition Switch -- START
Alt. Field, Avionics & Instruments -- ON
Oil Pressure -- CHECK 25 psi at idle
Position & Strobe ON

BEFORE TAKEOFF
a)
b)
c)
d)

e)
f)
g)
h)

i)
j)
k)
l)

Brakes -- SET
Canopy -------- Main Latch SECURE
Flight Controls -- FREE and CORRECT
Flight Instruments SET
Altimeter CORRECT PRESSURE
D/G CORRECT HEADING
A/H ALLIGNED
G-Meter RESET
GPS ON
Fuel Selector Valve -- DESIRED TANK
Mixture -- RICH (below 3000)
Elevator and Aileron Trim -- NEUTRAL
Throttle -- 1700 RPM
1) Magnetos -- CHECK (125 max drop, 50 differential)
2) Suction CHECK (5 Hg)
3) Prop cycle CHECK operation
4) Engine Instruments -- CHECK
5) Throttle -- IDLE
Radios -- SET
Fuel Boost Pump -- ON
Transponder ALTITUDE
Passenger READY and willing

TAKEOFF
NORMAL TAKEOFF
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

Wing Flaps UP
Prop HIGH RPM
Throttle -- FULL OPEN
Elevator Control LIFT NOSE WHEEL (at 55KIAS)
Climb Speed -- 110 KIAS

SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)

Wing Flaps 10 Deg

Prop HIGH RPM
Brakes APPLY
Throttle FULL OPEN
Mixture RICH (above 3000 lean to obtain max RPM)
Brakes RELEASE
Climb Speed 80 KIAS (Vy)

ENROUTE CLIMB
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

Airspeed 110 - 130 KIAS

Throttle 25 in Hg, or full throttle
Prop 2500 RPM
Boost Pump OFF at 1000 feet AGL
Fuel Pressure CHECK
Mixture LEAN above 5000

CRUISE
a)
b)
c)
d)

Throttle 23 in Hg
Prop 2300 RPM
Trim ADJUST
Mixture LEAN to 50 deg C rich of peak

POSTFLIGHT
AFTER LANDING
a) Wing Flaps UP
b) Boost Pump OFF
c) Transponder STANDBY

ENGINE SHUTDOWN
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)

Flaps DOWN
Prop FULL FORWARD
Throttle IDLE
CHT decidedly dropped
All electrical sw OFF
Avionics and Instr.-- OFF
Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF
Wait for shut down
Master OFF

SECURING AIRCRAFT
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

Wheel Chocks
Wing & Tail Tie-Down
Pitot Tube Cover
Cockpit
Ignition Key REMOVED
Master and Electrical Switches OFF

Performance
Cruise Performance at 8,000:
KTAS
RPM
MAP

167
157
151

2400
2200
2200

23
23
21

Fuel Flow

% Power

8.4 GPH
7.4 GPH
6.3 GPH

75%
65%
55%

No Wind Range at 8,000:

All range calculations include 3 gal. for engine start, taxi, takeoff and climb.
Engine is leaned for best economy.

One hour (8 gal.) reserve:

75% Power ..
65% Power ..
55% Power ..

540 nm
575 nm
650 nm

No Reserve:
75% Power ..
65% Power ..
55% Power ..

695 nm
745 nm
840 nm

WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA

Make: DiNieri
Model: RV-6A
Serial: 7221
Registration: N231RV
Maximum Weights:
Aerobatic Category 1375 Lbs
Utility Category . 1650 Lbs
Normal Category 2000 Lbs
Datum= 60 inches forward of wing leading edge (L.E.)
Design C.G. Range =
15% to 29% of wing chord
8.7 to 16.8 from L.E.
68.7 to 77.1 aft of Datum
Wing L.E. = 60 inches aft of datum
Main wheel right = 84.25 aft of datum
Main wheel left = 84.25 aft of datum
Nose wheel =
28.50 aft of datum
Fuel 70 aft of datum
Pilot and Passenger 87.4 aft of datum
Baggage . 117 aft of datum
Aircraft weighed empty in level flight attitude.
(Includes 8 qts. of oil, no fuel)

Sample:
Weight
1135

Arm

Aircraft
Fuel (6lbs/gal)
70
Pilot
87.4
Passenger
87.4
Baggage
117
Total
CG = Total Moment / Total Weight
CG =
in aft of datum
CG Range = 68.7 to 77.1 in aft of datum
Empty CG = 69.87

Moment
79306.5

WEIGHT AND

*All CG ranges for possible flight conditions are

BALANCE
DATA
weight
Component
Lmain
Rmain
Nose
sub total
CG Range
Empty C.G

within design limits

Left Main
426

Rt. Main
420

Nose
255

Weight
426
420
255

Arm
84.25
84.25
28.56

Total
1101
=

Moment
35890.5
35385
7282.8
78558.3

68.7 to 77.1 in aft of datum

71.35

Max. Gross Weight

Item
Weight
1101
Aircraft
Fuel (6 lbs/gal)
228
Pilot
220
Passenger
220
Baggage
31
Total
1800
CG:
75.79
Zero Fuel CG
76.63
Pilot, Pax, No Baggage
Item
Weight
1,101
Aircraft
228
Fuel (6 lbs/gal)
220
Pilot
220
Passenger
0
Baggage
1,769
Total
75.07
CG:
75.82
Zero Fuel CG

Arm
70
87
87
117

Arm
70
87
87
117

Moment
78558.3
15,960
19,140
19,140
3,627
136,425.3

Moment
78558.3
15,960
19,140
19,140
0
132,798.3

Full Baggage, No Pax

Item
Weight
1101
Aircraft
Fuel (6 lbs/gal)
228
Pilot
220
Passenger
0
Baggage
100
Total
1,649
CG:
76.02
Zero Fuel CG
76.99
Pilot, No Pax, No Baggage
Item
Weight
1,101
Aircraft
228
Fuel (6 lbs/gal)
220
Pilot
0
Passenger
0
Baggage
1,549
Total
73.38
CG:
73.96
Zero Fuel CG

Engine Information
Model: ..
HP:
Fuel: ..
..
Oil Filter: ..

Lycoming O-320 E2D, carbureted

160
91/96 or 100/130 octane minimum
100LL
Champion CH48110

OIL: Avg
Ambiant Air

MIL-L-6082
Grades

Ashless Dispersant
Grades

Arm
70
87
87
117

Arm
70
87
87
117

Moment
78558.3
15,960
19,140
0
11,700
125,358.3

Moment
78558.3
15,960
19,140
0
0
113,658.3

Above 80F
SAE 60
SAE 60,20w50
Above 60F
SAE 60
SAE 60
30 90F
SAE 40
SAE 40,50
0-70F
SAE 30
SAE 30,40 or SAE 40
Below 10F
SAE 20
SAE 30 or 20w30
Oil Sump Capacity .. 8 U.S. Quarts
Minimum Safe Quantity ...2 U.S. Quarts

Operating Conditions:
Oil Inlet Temp: 82 deg C desired, 118 deg C Maximum
Oil Pressure: 95 psi max;
55 psi min;
25 psi idle
Fuel Pressure: 6 psi max; 2 psi min;
5 psi desired
Cyl. Head Temp 66 deg C 205 deg C desired range, 260 deg C max
Max oil consumption .45qts/hr. at cruise
Conversion table:
Celc. Fahr. Celc.
10
50
60
16
60
66
21
70
71
27
80
77
32
90
82
38 100 88
43 110 93
49 120 99
54 130 104

Fahr.
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
210
220

Celc.
110
116
121
127
132
138
143
149
154

Fahr.
230
240
250
260
270
280
290
300
310

Celc.
160
166
171
177
182
188
193
199
204

Fahr.
320
330
340
350
360
370
380
390
400

Celc.
210
216
221
227
232
238
243
249
254

Fahr.
410
420
430
440
450
460
470
480
490

Engine Out Glide Performance

Airspeed 75 Kts
12
Prop Low RPM

10

Prop High RPM

Altitude X 1000'

0
0

2
4
6
No Wind Distance (nm)

10

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
AIRSPEEDS FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
Engine Failure After Takeoff:
Wing Flaps Up
Wing Flaps Down ..

80 Kts
70 Kts

Maneuvering Speed (Va) .

115 Kts

Maximum Glide

80 Kts

ELECTRICAL / ALTERNATOR FAILURE

1. Avionics OFF
2. Master Switch OFF, both sides
3. Master Switch ON
IF ALTERNATOR IS STILL OFF-LINE:
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.

Master Switch OFF

Electrical Switches OFF
Alternator Breaker PULL
Avionics OFF
Main Feed Breaker PULL
Alternate Feed Switch Guard UP
Alternate Feed Switch ON
Avionics ON as required
Electrical Equipment ON, as required
Flight TERMINATE as soon as practical, aircraft is on
battery reserves only.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ENGINE FAILURES
ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN
1. Throttle IDLE
2. Brakes APPLY
3. Wing Flaps RETRACT
4. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF
5. Ignition Switch OFF
6. Master Switch OFF
ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF
1. Airspeed 70 KIAS
2. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF
3. Fuel Selector Valve OFF
4. Ignition Switch OFF
5. Wing Flaps AS REQUIRED
6. Master Switch OFF
ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT
1. Airspeed 80 Knots
2. Boost Pump ON
3. Fuel Selector SWITCH TANKS
4. Mixture RICH
5. Ignition Switch BOTH, LEFT, RIGHT
6. Transponder 7700

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

FIRES
DURING START ON GROUND
1. Cranking CONTINUE, to get a start which would suck the
flames and accumulated fuel through the carb and into the
engine.
If engine starts:
2. Power 1700 RPM for a few minutes
3. Engine SHUTDOWN and inspect for damage
If engine fails to start:
4. Throttle FULL OPEN
5. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF
6. Cranking CONTINUE
7. Fire Extinguisher OBTAIN
8. Engine SECURE
ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT
1. Mixture IDLE CUT-OFF
2. Fuel Selector Valve OFF
3. Master Switch OFF
4. Cabin Heat and Air OFF
ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT
1. Master Switch OFF
2. Avionics OFF
3. All Other Switches (except ignition) OFF
4. Vents/ Cabin Air/ Heat CLOSED
5. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available)
CABIN FIRE
1. Master Switch OFF
2. Vents/ Cabin Heat CLOSED
3. Fire Extinguisher ACTIVATE (if available)
WING FIRE
1. Nav & Strobe Lights OFF
2. Landing Light OFF

FAR 91.125 - ATC light signals.

ATC light signals have the meaning shown in the following
table:
Color and type of
signal
Steady green

Meaning with
respect to aircraft
on the surface
Cleared for takeoff

Meaning with
respect to
aircraft in flight
Cleared to land

Flashing green
Steady red

Cleared to taxi
Stop

Flashing red

Taxi clear of runway in

use
Return to starting
point on airport
Exercise extreme
caution

Flashing white
Alternating red and
green

Return for landing

Give way to other
aircraft and continue
circling.
Airport unsafedo not
use
N/A
Exercise extreme
caution

Compass Headings, VFR under 18,000ft

Course

Altitude

0 179 degrees
180 360 degrees

Odd thousand +500

Even thousand + 500

CONDITION INSPECTION (Caution: Always look for corrosion, leaks,

loose fasteners, missing cotter pins/safety wire, chafing, galling and/or other
unusual wear. Ground magnetos before working on propeller and/or
engine.)
PROPELLER GROUP
1>__Remove Spinner, Noting Alignment Marks
2>__Inspect Spinner and Backplate for Cracks or Damaged Nutplates
3>__Check Spinner Backplate Mounting Bolts and Spacers
4>__Inspect Propeller Blades for Nicks, Cracks and/or Surface Erosion
5>__Check for Visible Grease and/or Oil Leaks at all Seals
6>__Inspect Hub Shells for Cracks and/or Corrosion
7>__Lubricate Propeller per Lubrication Chart
8>__Check Propeller Mounting Bolt Torque and Safety Wire
9>__Noting Alignment Marks, Reinstall Spinner using New Fasteners
POWERPLANT GROUP
[Cowling Subgroup]

1>__Remove Hinge Pin Cover Plates (2) and Cowling Joining Screws (6)
2>__Release Camlocs (12), Pull Pins (2) and Remove Upper Cowling
3>__Pull Bottom Pins (2), Side Pins (2) and Remove Lower Cowling
4>__Check for Excessive Hinge and/or Hinge Pin Wear
5>__Clean and Inspect Cowling for Cracks and/or Distortion
6>__Check for Loose and/or Missing Fasteners
7>__Check Access Doors and Latches for Operation and Condition
[Lubrication Subgroup]
1>__Drain Oil Sump and Collect Oil Sample for Analysis
2>__Remove, Clean and Inspect Oil Pump Suction and Pressure Screens
3>__Remove/Replace Spin-on Oil Filter and Safety Wire
4>__Check Oil Cooler Fittings and Lines for Leaks and/or Chafing
5>__Check Oil Cooler Condition and Door Operation
6>__Check Oil Temperature Sender for Leaks and Security
7>__Check Crankcase Breather, Oil Separator and Hoses for Obstructions
8>__Remove and Clean Oil Separator Media in Solvent, then Reinstall
9>__Drain Oil Separator Condensate Bowl
10>__Fill Engine with New Oil per Lubrication Chart
11>__Check Governor and Oil Line for Cracks and/or Leaks

[Starter/Alternator Subgroup]
1>__Inspect Starter Pinion, Ring Gear and Grease per Lubrication Chart
2>__Check Balance Weight(s) Security
3>__Check Starter Mountings and Lead Connection
4>__Check Alternator Mountings and Lead Connections
5>__Check Alternator Condition
6>__Check Alternator Belt Condition and Tension
[Baffle Subgroup]
1>__Clean/Degrease Engine, Baffle and Airseal Gasket Surfaces
2>__Check Baffle Fit and Fastenings
3>__Inspect Baffles and Airseal Gaskets for Condition
4>__Seal any Gaps with RTV
[Engine/Firewall Subgroup]
1>__Inspect Engine Mount for Cracks
2>__Inspect Shock Isolators, Mounting Bolts and Washers for Condition
3>__Inspect Brake Fluid Reservoir Level
4>__Check all Firewall Penetration Seals
5>__Check Senders, Hoses and Wiring for Security
6>__Check Accessories on Rear Case for Security and Leaks
7>__Check Crankcase/Sump for Cracks, Leaks and/or Missing Fasteners
8>__Check Barrel Base Nuts for Security
9>__Check Rocker Box Cover Gaskets for Leaks
10>__Check Push Rod Covers for Straightness
11>__Check Push Rod Cover Seals for Leaks
12>__Inspect Oil Return Lines for Condition
13>__Inspect Exhaust System and Mounting Brackets for Cracks
14>__Inspect Exhaust Gaskets for Leaks and Retorque Mounting Nuts
15>__Check Heat Muffs, Heat Boxes and SCAT Hoses for Security
16>__Inspect Cylinder Head for Bent Fins and/or Burned Paint
17>__Pull Prop Thru and Observe Compression on each Cylinder
18>__Check Warm WOT Compression (PSIg) 1____ 2____ 3____ 4____

[Ignition Subgroup]
1>__Check Condition of Spark Plugs, Clean and Regap
2>__Rotate Plug Position/Polarity, Apply Anti-seize and Reinstall
3>__Check Ignition Harness, Springs and Insulators for Condition
4>__Check Magneto P-Lead Attachments
5>__Check Magneto Seals for Oil Leaks
6>__Check Breaker Felt for Proper Lubrication
7>__Check Magneto Points for Pitting and Correct E-Gap
8>__Check Magneto Distributor Block for Cracks, Burns or Tracking
9>__Check Impulse Coupling and Magneto Timing (BTDC) L___ R___
10>__Check Magneto Mounting Clamps/Nuts for Security
[Fuel System Subgroup]
1>__Remove and Clean Gascolator Screen and Bowl
2>__Clean Fuel Pump Screens
3>__Drain Carburetor, Clean Inlet Strainer and Retorque to 35-40 in-lb
4>__Inspect Condition of Fuel Lines
5>__Pressurize and Check Fuel System for Leaks
6>__Inspect Primer System for Leaks
[Intake Subgroup]
1>__Check Operation of Carb Heat Door, SCAT Ducting and Heat Muffs
2>__Check Ram Air Seal Condition
3>__Remove, Clean and Lubricate Air Filter
4>__Check Engine Controls for Proper Operation
5>__Check Throttle and Mixture Linkage
6>__Check Alternate Air, Mixture and Throttle Safety Springs
7>__Check Movement of all Engine Controls
8>__Reinstall Cowlings, Pins, Screws, Camlocs and Hinge Pin Covers

CABIN GROUP
[General Subgroup]
1>__Inspect Canopy Structure and Mounting Points

2>__Inspect Canopy Latching Mechanism and Seals

3>__Inspect Acrylic Window for Cracks
4>__Check Condition of Seats and Cushions
5>__Check Condition of Harnesses and Attach Points
6>__Check Fire Extinguisher and O2 Cylinder Condition and Currency
[Controls Subgroup]
1>__Check Fuel Selector Valve Operation
2>__Check Cabin Fuel Lines for Leaks
3>__Check Elevator and Aileron Trim Servo Operation and Display
4>__Check Flap Operation and Display
5>__Check Rudder Pedal Operation and Adjustment
6>__Inspect Rudder Pedals, Cables and Attachments
7>__Check Brake Masters and Associated Tubing for Leaks
8>__Check Control Sticks, Linkages and Push/Pull Tubes (both ends)
9>__Lubricate Control Pivots and Cables
[Instrument Subgroup]
1>__Check Master/Starter Contactors and Associated Wiring
2>__Check Master Bypass for Operation
3>__Check Instruments, Lines and Attachments
4>__Check Pitot/Static System for Leaks
5>__Drain Static Sump as Necessary
6>__Check Wing Leveler Gyro Operation
7>__Check Wing Leveler Servo Mounting, Linkage and Clutch
8>__Check Gyro Air Filter Condition and Replace as Necessary
9>__Clean or Replace Vacuum Regulator Garter Filter
10>__Check Altimeter Calibration and Operation
11>__Check VSI Operation
12>__Check Battery Box, Battery and Cables
13>__Check Antenna Connections and Mounting
14>__Check VM1000 Operation and Battery Condition
15>__Check ELT Operation and Battery Date (Xmitter and Remote Panel)

FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP

1>__Remove Empennage Fairings and Fuselage Inspection Plates
2>__Inspect Structure for Corrosion and Condition
3>__Inspect Engine Mount to Longeron Weldments for Cracks
4>__Check Control Surface Pivot Bolts for Wear
5>__Check Elevator Counterbalance Weights
6>__Check Elevator and Rudder Control Stop Condition
7>__Inspect Elevator Trim Tab and Actuator Rod
8>__Check Elevator Reversal Bellcrank, Horns and Attachments
9>__Check Bulkheads and Stringers for Damage
10>__Check Vertical Stab Spar Attach Points
11>__Check Rudder Horn and Attachment
12>__Check Horizontal Stab Spar Attach Points
13>__Check that Static Ports are Clear
14>__Check Electrical Connections
15>__Reinstall Inspection Plates and Fairings
16>__Check that all Drain Holes are Open
17>__Check Skin Condition and Rivets (especially the belly pan)
WING GROUP
1>__Remove Wing Root Fairings and Inspection Plates
2>__Inspect Structure for Corrosion and Condition
3>__Check Fuel Tanks, Lines and Drains for Leaks
4>__Check Fuel Vents not Blocked
5>__Check Fuel Cap and Oring Condition
6>__Inspect Wing Tip Attachment
7>__Inspect Wing Root Attachment
8>__Check Aileron System and Attach Bolts for Wear
9>__Check Aileron Control Stops and Counterbalance Weights
10>__Check Aileron Trim Tab and Actuator Rod
11>__Check Aileron Bellcrank Condition
12>__Check Flap System and Attachments for Slop
13>__Check Flap Torque Tube for Cracks/Distortion
14>__Check Flap Actuator Rod End and Jam Nut for Security
15>__Check Wingwalk Condition
16>__Check Skin Condition and Rivets
17>__Check Electrical Connections
18>__Check Pitot Tube and Plumbing
19>__Reinstall Inspection Plates and Fairings

LANDING GEAR GROUP

1>__Remove Wheel Pant Front Covers
2>__Check Tire Condition and Pressure
3>__Replace Tubes after 3 Years of Use
4>__Check Wheel Bearing Condition and Repack as Necessary
5>__Check Wheels for Cracks, Corrosion and Broken Fasteners
6>__Check Brake Calipers, Pads, Discs and Bushings for Wear
7>__Check Fluid Lines and Fittings for Security and/or Leaks
8>__Check Damping Strip and Gear Fairing Attachments
9>__Remove Nose Gear and Examine for Cracks
10>__Check Nose Gear Breakout Force, Stops and Grease
11>__Check Gear Attachment Fasteners
12>__Reinstall Wheel Pant Front Covers
OPERATIONAL INSPECTION
1>__Check Engine Driven Fuel Pump for Proper Pressure
2>__Check Boost Pump for Proper Pressure
3>__Check Fuel Selector for Engine Shutoff
4>__Check Oil Pressure and Temperature
5>__Check Alternator Output at High Draw
6>__Check Manifold Pressure Varies with Throttle
7>__Check Carb Heat Function
8>__Check Vacuum System
9>__Check Gyros for Noise and/or Roughness
10>__Check Altitude Reporting System and Recertify Biennially
11>__Check Fuel Senders/Gauges
12>__Check Landing, Position, Strobe, Cabin, Instrument/Warning Lights
13>__Check Servo Tabs and Flaps for Travel
14>__Check Radio Transmission and Reception
15>__Check Canopy Ajar Switch
16>__Check Cabin Heat Operation
17>__Check Ignition Switch/Magneto Grounding Operation
18>__Check Throttle and Mixture Operation
19>__Check Propeller Track, Cycling and Smoothness
20>__Check Parking Brake Operation
21>__Check Brakes for Smooth Operation Both Sides
22>__Check VM1000 Display Elements
23>__Check for Proper Idle rpm and >2350 rpm Static
24>__Check for 20 rpm Rise upon Leaning Mixture

DOCUMENTATION GROUP
1>__Check Registration, Airworthiness Cert and Operating Limitations
2>__Check Radio Station License (Not Required for Domestic Flights)
3>__Check Data Plate(s)
4>__Review Weight and Balance Data
5>__Review Equipment List
6>__Review Airworthiness Directives for Applicability
7>__Review Service Bulletin/Letter Compliance
8>__Document Condition Inspection and Record Maintenance Performed