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Piper PA-18 Super Cub — Checklist

2 checklist references for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub.

Overview
Inspection Report · 1999

This document is an inspection checklist for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub, revised on August 22, 1999. It outlines the required inspections and maintenance tasks for the aircraft, categorized into various groups such as the propeller, engine, cabin, fuselage, and landing gear. The checklist is intended for use by maintenance personnel and pilots to ensure that all necessary inspections are performed at specified intervals, including 100-hour, 500-hour, and annual inspections. Each section provides detailed instructions on what to inspect, how to perform the inspections, and any specific notes or references to service bulletins that must be followed. The document emphasizes compliance with FAA regulations and the importance of maintaining the aircraft in a safe and airworthy condition.

  • Perform all inspections at the specified intervals: 100, 500, and annual inspections.
  • Check propeller condition and recondition every 1000 hours if no damage is present.
  • Inspect fuel system for leaks and ensure fuel filter is cleaned every 90 days.
  • Verify cabin heater operation and check all circuit breakers during inspections.
  • Maintain proper tire pressure: main wheels at 18-24 PSI, tail wheel at 30 PSI.
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