Commander Inspection Program

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COMMANDER AIRCRAFT COMPANY The Commander Inspection Program Inspection Guide Only Use Maintenance Manual for specific guidance/instructions © Commander Aircraft Company Bethany, OK I N S P E C T I O N C H E C K L I S T MECHANIC | INSPECTOR 2 of 8 Aircraft Data OWNER: COMMANDER MODEL: ____ SERIAL No.: ____ REG #: ______ ENGINE MODEL: ___________ ENGINE S/N: _____________ PROP MODEL & S/N: ______________ _______ TACH TIME: ________ ENGINE TT: ___________ PROP TT: ______ OIL: ____________ _____ ______ __ Brand Type Weight Quantity/QTS NON-DETERGENT DETERGENT GENERAL ITEMS 1. Check log books and verify last Pitot/Static and Transponder certification, ELT battery replacement and recommended time life items. 2. Certificate of Registration in aircraft and properly displayed. 3. Certificate of Airworthiness in aircraft and properly displayed. 4. Aircraft equipment list, Weight & Balance, and FAA req’d placards in aircraft. I N S P E C T I O N C H E C K L I S T MECHANIC | INSPECTOR 3 of 8 Engine and engine compartment 1. Run up engine in accordance w/ maintenance manual and note all discrepancies. 2. Remove entire engine cowling. Inspect engine and equipment for signs of fluid leakage. Note suspect areas and clean engine. Inspect cowling for wear and cracks to include fasteners and cowl flaps. Record as necessary. 3. Perform and record a hot engine differential compression check. Cyl - 1: Cyl - 2: Cyl - 3: Cyl - 4: 4. Drain oil (ref Lycoming Service letter L121) 5. Remove and clean suction screen. Particle check. Reinstall screen and safety wire. 6. Replace oil filter element and safety. Particle check. 7. Remove fuel screen from gascolator/strainer assembly. Clean & reinstall using new gaskets. Check drain function. Safety wire. 8. Spark plugs - inspect, clean, gap, test and reinstall or replace as appropriate. Install using 360 - 420 in lbs. torque. Lyc SI 1042. 9. Check magneto, point condition and timing. 500 hr service if appropriate. 10. Check induction air filter and alternate air valve. Replace filter element (Brackett) and reinstall. 11. Remove & clean injector finger screen. Reinstall and safety. 12. Remove, clean, & replace injector nozzles 13. Inspect following items for condition, security, cleanliness, and operation: Spark plug leads (high tension lead test) Manual priming system and lines Intake system All studs and nuts All fluid carrying lines and fittings All wiring and connectors Engine controls and linkage (condition and travel) Lube engine controls & linkages I N S P E C T I O N C H E C K L I S T MECHANIC | INSPECTOR 4 of 8 ENGINE & COMPARTMENT CONTINUED Firewall and all firewall mounted components Engine mount and attach structure Crankcase, accessory section & all accessories Cylinders, hold downs, push rod housings Engine baffling and baffle seals Alternator, connections and drive belt. Check belt tension. Cowl flap condition and operation Prop governor and governor oil line Blast tubes, heat and cooling hoses 14. Condition notes for ongoing observation or future consideration (non airworthiness or discrepancy items) 15. Install lower cowling, assure oil cooler to cowling baffle seal is properly in place and landing light wiring connected. 16. Insure lower cowling cowl flap support brackets secured. 17. Install upper cowling. Check for proper positioning of engine baffle seals. PROPELLER 1. Remove prop spinner 2. Inspect spinner & bulkhead for cracks or dents 3. Inspect propeller hub, bolts, & control mechanisms for security & condition. 4. Inspect prop blades nicks, cracks, abrasions, and tracking. 5. Verify prop OVHL due date/time against time in service. Next OVHL due ____________TT _____/_______/________ 6. Reinstall prop spinner AIRFRAME 1) Inspect exterior of the fuselage 2) Remove all inspection panels. Inspect wings, all control surfaces, trim tabs, & flaps for dents, cracks, distortion, security and general condition. Give special attention to condition, security & internal clearances of all control surface hinges and condition of hinge attachment points 3) Inspect cabin windows and windshield for security, cracks, & cleanliness. I N S P E C T I O N C H E C K L I S T MECHANIC | INSPECTOR 5 of 8 4) Inspect cabin doors and door seals for condition, security, and operation 5) Inspect baggage door, door seal, and interior 6) Inspect landing light, lens, & assembly 7) Inspect static wicks for condition, security, & cleanliness 8) Remove wing and fuselage inspection panels and inspect following items for leaks, condition, & cleanliness: a) All electrical wiring and connectors b) All fluid carrying lines c) All internal structures d) Ventilating ducts e) Front landing light and lens f) Nose wheel structure 9) Inspect wing to fuselage attachments 10) Inspect fuel cell area for external leakage & verify operation of gage transmitters, sump drains, & tank selector valve. 11) Verify operation, condition, & fit of fuel vent lines, fuel caps, fuel tank anti-siphon flaps. Verify appropriate fuel placards. 12) Inspect all control surfaces and trim tabs for operation, & proper travel. Ref Maintenance Manual figure 7-13 Record: LT Flap _______ RT Flap ________ LT Aileron _______ RT Aileron _______ Elevator _______ Elevator Trim ______ a) Check all control surface cable tensions. Record: Aileron ______ Rudder ______ Elevator _______ Elevator trim ______ b) Check all rod ends and actuating mechanisms c) Check rudder aileron interconnect rigging d) Check aircraft rigging to factory specs I N S P E C T I O N C H E C K L I S T MECHANIC | INSPECTOR 6 of 8 13) Aircraft battery: a) GENERAL: - Remove applicable inspection panels and inspect battery compartment for corrosion and general condition. b) Check battery vent clear of obstructions, terminal connections, electrolyte specific gravity and service battery (if applicable) 14) Check hydraulic power pack fluid level and clean filter lines (if applicable)