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• Airplane Flying Handbookp. 2-23
  Chapter 2: Ground Operations › Post-Flight › Securing and Servicing

  Securing and Servicing After engine shutdown and deplaning passengers, the pilot should accomplish a post-flight inspection. This includes a walk around to inspect the general condition of the aircraft. Inspect near and around the cowling for signs ... fuel streaks and around the oil breather for excessive oil discharge. Inspect under wings and other fuel tank locations for fuel stains. Inspect landing gear and tires for damage and brakes for any leaking hydraulic fluid. Inspect cowling inlets…

• Airplane Flying Handbookp. 2-11
  Chapter 2: Ground Operations › Preflight Assessment of the Aircraft › Landing Gear, Tires, and Brakes

  Wheel hubs should be inspected to ensure that they are free from cracks, corrosion, and rust, that all fasteners are secure, and that the air valve stem is straight, capped, and in good condition. ⦁ Brakes and brake systems should ... checked to ensure that they are free from rust and corrosion and that all fasteners and safety wires are secure. Brake pads should have a proper amount of material remaining and should be secure. All brake lines should be secure…

• Airplane Flying Handbookp. 12-14
  Chapter 12: Transition to Complex Airplanes › Retractable Landing Gear › Emergency Gear Extension Systems

  Some airplanes have an emergency release handle in the flight deck, which is connected through a mechanical linkage to the gear uplocks. When the handle is operated, it releases the uplocks and allows the gear to free fall or extend ... under their own weight. [Figure 12-13] On other airplanes, release of the uplock is accomplished using compressed gas, which is directed to uplock release cylinders. In some airplanes, design configurations make emergency extension of the landing gear by gravity…

• Airplane Flying Handbookp. 12-1
  Chapter 12: Transition to Complex Airplanes › Introduction

  Chapter 12: Transition to Complex Airplanes Introduction A high-performance airplane is defined as an airplane with an engine capable of developing more than 200 horsepower (see 14 CFR part 61, section 61.31(f)(1)). A complex airplane ... part 61, section 61.1) means an airplane that has a retractable landing gear, flaps, and a controllable pitch propeller, including airplanes equipped with an engine control system consisting of a digital computer and associated accessories for controlling the engine…

• Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplantp. 11-21
  Chapter 11: Light-Sport Aircraft Engines › Lubrication System › Daily Maintenance Checks

  discrepancies before flight. Verify ignition OFF. Drain water from fuel tank sump and/or water trap (if fitted). 3. Inspect carburetor rubber socket or flange for cracks and verify secure attachment. 4. Inspect carburetor float chamber for water and dirt ... Verify security and condition of intake silencer and air filter. 6. Verify security of radiator mounting. Inspect radiators for damage and leaks. 7. Verify coolant level in overflow bottle and security of cap. 8. Verify coolant hoses for security…

• Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Generalp. 10-14
  Chapter 10: Inspection Concepts & Techniques › Special Inspections › Hard or Overweight Landing Inspection

  Figure 10-3. Title 14 CFR Section 91.409(d), Progressive Inspection. outlined on the following pages are general in nature and are intended to acquaint the aviation mechanic with the areas to be inspected. As such, they ... inclusive. When performing any of these special inspections, always follow the detailed procedures in the aircraft maintenance manual. In situations where the manual does not adequately address the situation, seek advice from other maintenance technicians who are highly experienced with…