Piper Aircraft Corporation Inspection Report
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Overview
This document is an Inspection Report for the Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer and related models, detailing the required inspections and maintenance procedures to ensure airworthiness. It is intended for use by FAA-authorized personnel conducting inspections at specified intervals, including 50, 100, 500, 1000 hours, and annual checks. The report outlines various inspection groups, including the propeller, engine, cabin, fuselage, empennage, wing, landing gear, and float groups, providing a comprehensive checklist for each area. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to FAA regulations and manufacturer service bulletins for safe operation.
- Perform inspections at specified intervals: 50, 100, 500, 1000 hours, and annually.
- Check engine oil levels and inspect for leaks regularly.
- Ensure propeller blades are free from nicks and cracks.
- Inspect cabin controls and instruments for proper operation.
- Check tire pressure: Nose - 15 psi, Main - 22 psi.
- Follow manufacturer service bulletins for compliance.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.aeroelectric.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Other Documents
- Year
- 1989
- Pages
- 4
- File size
- 840 KB
- Publisher
- www.aeroelectric.com
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Propeller Group
This section outlines the inspection requirements for the propeller, including checking for cracks in the spinner and blades, lubricating the propeller, and ensuring the mounting bolts are secure. Specific tasks include inspecting for grease and oil leaks, and performing an overhaul if necessary.
Engine Group
The Engine Group section details the inspections required for the engine, including checking oil levels, inspecting the ignition system, and ensuring proper operation of the carburetor and fuel system. It emphasizes the need for cleaning and inspecting various engine components, as well as checking magneto timing and valve clearance.
Cabin Group
This section covers inspections related to the cabin, including checking doors, windows, and seats for damage, as well as ensuring the operation of controls and instruments. It also includes checks for the battery and electrical systems.
Fuselage and Empennage Group
Inspections in this group focus on the fuselage and tail sections, including checking for fabric deterioration, inspecting structural components for damage, and ensuring the security of various fittings and attachments.
Wing Group
The Wing Group section outlines the inspection of wing structures, including checking for damage to fuel tanks, cables, and control surfaces. It also includes checks for the security of wing attachment bolts and struts.
Landing Gear Group
This section details the inspections required for the landing gear, including checking tire pressure, inspecting shock struts, and ensuring the security of all attachments and components.
Safety notes
- Inspections must be performed by FAA-authorized personnel.
- Ground magneto primary circuit before working on the engine.
- Replace flexible oil lines at specified intervals.
Full document text
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION INSPECTION REPORT This form meets requirements of FAR Part 43 l Inspections must be performed by persons authorized by the FAA. Make: PIPER PACER, TRI-PACER & CARIBBEAN Model PA-22-125, 135, 150, 160& PA-20 Serial No. Registration No. Circle Type of Inspection (See Not8 2) 50 loo 500 1000 Annual z r 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ei UY 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 II Perform all inspections or operations at each of the inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (0) DESCRlPTlON DESCRIPTION ii : zF rI A. PROPELLER GROUP C 1. Inspect spinner and back plate for cracks C ................... 0 0 2. Inspect blades for nicks and cracks 0 0 C ............................ 3. Inspect for grease and oil leaks ................................... 0 0 C 4. Lubricate propeller per lubrication chart ...................... 0 5. Inspect spinner mounting brackets for cracks.. ............ 0 C 6. Inspect propeller mounting bolts and safety C (Check torque if safety is broken) ................................. 0 7. Inspect hub parts for cracks and corrosion ................. 0 C 8. Rotate blades of constant speed propeller and check for tightness in hub pitot tube ............................. 0 C 9. Remove constant speed propeller, remove sludge C from propeller and crankshaft ...................................... 0 C 10. 0verhaul propeller (per Hartzell Service Letter No. 61D) ................................................................... 0 a Il. Recondition fix metal propeller (See Note 11.) a B. ENGINE GROUP a CAUTION: Ground Magneto Primary Circuit before working on engine. a 1. Remove engine cowl ................................................... 0 2. Clean and inspect cowling for cracks, dis- a tortion and loose or missing fasteners ......................... 0 C 3. Drain oil sump (See Note 9) ......................................... 0 0 4. Clean suction oil strainer at oil channel (Inspect cl strainer for foreign particles) ......................................... 0 0 a 5. Clean pressure oil strainer (Inspect strainer for 0 foreign particles) .......................................................... 0 0 6. Inspect oil temperaturesender unit for leaks and 0 security ........................................................................ 0 0 7. Inspect oil lines and fittings for leaks, security, chafing, dents and cracks (See Note 7) ....................... 0 8. Clean and inspect oil radiator coding fins for damage ....................................................................... 0 9. Removeand flush oil radiator ...................................... 0 10. Fill engine with oil per lubrication chart ...................... 0 0 11. Clean engine .............................................................. 0 0 12. Inspect condition of spark plugs (Clean and ad- 0 just gap as required, adjust per Lycoming 0 Service instruction No. 1042) (See Note 8) ............... 0 13. Inspect ignition harness and insulators (High 0 tension leakage and continuity) ................................. 0 0 14. Check magneto points for proper clearance - 0 Maintain clearance at 0.018 +/- 0.006 ....................... 0 15. Inspect magnetofor oil seal leakage ......................... 0 0 16. Inspect breaker felts for proper lubrication ................ 0 17. Inspect distributor block for cracks, burned areas 0 or corrosion, and height of contact springs ................ 0 0 18. Check magnetos to engine timing ............................. 0 19. Overhaul or replace magnetos (See Note 5) ............. 0 20. Check valve clearance at 0.010 cm 0-290-D 0 engine only (Adjust per Lycoming Service In- struction No. 1068A) ....................................... -. ......... 0 0 21. Remove air filter and clean (Refer to OW~&S 0 Handbook) (Replace as required) .............................. 3 0 ‘22.Drain carburetor and clean inlet line fuel Strainer 0 ................................. ..................................... 0 23. Inspect condition of carburetor heat air door and box 0 ..................................................... ................. 0 24. Inspect intake seals for leaks and clamps for D tightness .................................................................... 0 25. Remove, drain and clean fuel filter bowl and D screen (Drain and clean at least every 90 days). ....... 1 0 D Owner: I I 26. Inspect condition of flexible fuel and primer lines .......................................................................... 27. Replace flexible fuel lines.. ....................................... 28. Inspect fuel system for leaks ................................... 29. Inspect fwi s8l8ctof vah operation ....................... 30. Inspect wHufi or vacuum pump, lines and separator for sea&y and operation ........................ 31. Overhaul or replace vacuum pump (See Note 5) .... 32. Inspect throttle, carburetor heat, and mixture controls for trawl and operating condition .............. 33. Inspect exhaust stacks, connections and gaskets (Replace exhaust gaskets as required) ................... 34. Inspect muffler, heat exchanger and baffl8s ............ 35. Inspect exhaust stack braces for security ................ 36. Inspect breather tube for obstructions and security .................................................................... 37, Inspect crankcase for wacks, leaks and security of seam bolts ........................................................... 38. Inspect engine mounts for cracks and loose mountings ................................................................. 39. Inspect all engine baffles for damage and s8writy .................................................................... 40. Inspect rubber engine mount bushings for deteeriomtion(See Note 6) .........................................
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41. Inspect condition of firewall seals ............................. 42. Inspect conditionand tension of generator drive belt ............................................................................ 43. Inspect condition of generator and star&. ................ 44. Lulxicate all ~WOIS per lubrication charts .............. 45. Complete overhaul of engine or replace with factory rebuilt (Se8 Note 5) ...................................... 46. Fleinstall engine cowl ................................................ C. CABIN GROUP z r 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NOTE: (See Note 13 before winning this inspection gruup.) . 1. Inspect cabin entrance, doors, latches and windows for damage and operation ............................ 2. Inspect all plexiglas for cracks.. ................................... 3. Inspect upholstery for tears ........................................ 4. Inspect seats, seat belts, security bm&ets and botts ............................................................................. 5. Inspect trim operation and adjustment ....................... 6: Inspect operationof rudder pedals.. ............................ 7. Inspect control yoke, chain, pulleys and cables (See Note 14) .............................................................. 8. Inspect flap lever for operation, adjustment and Safety .......................................................................... 9. Inspect controls for eas8 of qeration ........................ 10. Inspect battery, box and cables (Check at least every 30 days. flush box as required and fit1bat- tery per instructions on box) ..................................... 11. Check landing, navigation, cabin and instrument 12. inspect fuse box for burned out fuses. ...................... 13. Inspect instruments, lines and attachments ............. 14. Inspect gyro operated instruments and electric turn and bank (Overhaul or replace as required) ..... 15. Replace filters on gyro horizon and directional gyro or replace central air filter ................................. 16. Clean or replace vacuum regulator filter .................. 17. inspect altimeter (Calibrate altimeter system in acoMdance with FAR91.170, if appropriate) ........... 18. Check operation of fuel selector valve (See Not8 10) .................................................................... 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I z v) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 D D D D 3 3 3 3 I 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 230 201 -l- April 28,1989 (See Note 1) Courtesy of Bomar Flying Service www.bomar.biz Circle Type of Inspection (See Note 2) 50 loo 500 1000 Annual DESCRlPTlON C. CABIN GROUP (cont) 19. Remove, drain and dean right fuel tank filter bowl and screen (Drain and dean at least every 90 days). 20. lnspect condition of heater control and duct. ..... ... .... . 21. Inspect condition and operation of air vents ..... . ...... . D. FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE GROUP NOTE: See Note 12 before beginning this inspection group.) 1. Remove inspection plates and panels . . ... .... .... .... .... ... . 2 Inspect fabric and finish for cracks and deterioration (If condition of fabric is doubtful, refer to FM AC43.13-1A. Use strip test method) ..*.,...*................. 3. Inspect fuselage fabric in area of windshield top attachment channel .... .... .....*..**.*.*....*........................ 4. Inspect electronic installations for security ..... ... .... .... . 5. Inspect antennta mounts and electric wiring for damaged insulation and security . *. ....... .... .... .... ... .. .*. 6. Inspect E.LT. installation and condition of battery and antenna (Sea Piper S/L No. 820) . .. ... ..... ... ..... .... ...*.*.* 7. Inspect rotating beacon for security and operation .... . 6. Inspect fuel lines for security and damage .. .... .... ....... . 9. Inspect rudder, elevator and stabilizer trim cables, turnbuckles, guides and pulleys for safety, damage, corrosion and operation. (see Note 14) . .... .... ..*. ..... .. . 10. Inspect fuselage longerons and stringers for damage .... .... ... ...... .. ...... .. ....... ........ ... ..... .... ....... . 11 . Inspect rudder, stabilizer and elevator structures for damage ... .....~.~....~.~~...~........................~~..... .. .. .. ....... . 12. Inspect rudder attachments and horn for damage .. . 13. Inspect rudder hinge pins and bushings for excess wear and corrosion (Replace pins and/or bushings as required) .*..*.......*..............................*....*..........*.*.. 14, Inspect stabilizer yoke and screw for and play and security .......I.....**...***...*.......**.*.**.**........*.......*........***.....~ 15. Inspect stabilizer attachments and attachment tube for side play ..... .... ... ...*......*.......*...............**......***....... 18, Inspect stabilizer brace wires for corrosion, tightness and safety . ........ .... ... .... .... .. .. ...... ... ...... . ....... .... .... ... .....~ 17. Inspect elevator attachment and horn for damage...., 18. Inspect elevator hinge pins and bushings for excess wear and corrosion (Replace pins and/or bushings as required) ..... .... ....... ........ . ....... .. ..... .... ..... .. . ....... . ....~ 19. Lubricate per lubrication chart ... ... .... .... ...... .. ....... .... .. 20. Reinstall inspection plates and panels .___..............._., E WING GROUP NOTE: (See Note 12 before beginning this inspection group.) 1. Remove inspection plates and fairings .... ... .... .... . ...... .. 2. Inspect fabric and finish for cracks and deterioration (If condition of fabric is doubtful, refer to FM AC43 13-l A. Use strip test method) .....__................. 3. Inspect fuel tanks and lines for damage, leaks and water, and seals for deteriorations and caps for proper vent holes per Piper Service Bulletin No. 543 ~.~.....~..........~.............~~.~~............~..............., 4. Fuel tanks marked for capacity ..... ....*..*....................... i. Fuel tanks marked for minimum octane rating .... ....... . . lnspect aileron and flap cables, turnbuckles, guides and pulleys for safety, damage, corrosion and operation (See Note 14) ... ..*......*.....**.*.**....*.......*........ 7.Inspect wing attachment bolts for security .. .... ..... .. ...... 8. Inspece lift and jury struts for security (Refer to Piper Service Bulletin 528.) (Ensure No Step per AD 80-22-15.) L zf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 zUY 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Perform all inspections or operations at each of the inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (0) DESCRIPTION 9. Inspect lift strut forks for damage (Refer to AD80-22-15 for inspection and replacement) ,...- .... 10. Inspect aileron, flap and wing structure for damage . ... ..... . ... .... ... .... ..**.......*.............**....,**. .... .*... I I . Inspect aileron attachments and brackets for tightness and damage .,,........,.........................**.***... 12. Inspect aileron hinge pins and blocks for excess wear and corrosion (Rep&e pins and blocks as required) . ... ...~....~.....~............~.......~..........~.......~~~~~.~.~ 13. Inspect flap attachments and brackets for tightness and damage ... ... ...... . .. ...... ........*.........*.............*....... 14. Inspect flap bellcrank, control rod, and pins and blocks for excess wear and corrosion (Replace pins and blocks as required) ..,... *. .... .*.. .... **. ....-..*........ ..... 15, Lubricate per lubrication chart . ... ............................ 16. Reinstall inspection plates and fakings ..... . ........ . .... F. LANDING GEAR GROUP 1. Remove fakings *.........*...................,.......,.....*.....,.... 2. Inspect fabric and finish for cracks and deterioration 3. Inspect ear and shock strut bolts and nuts far safety 4. Hoist airplane, check gear and shock strut bolts and bushings for excess wear and corrosion (Replace bolts and/or bushings as required) ... .... .. .. ........ ....... ** 5. lnspect shock cords for broken threads and weakness, and shock struts for weakness (Replace cords and/or shook struts as necessary) .. ...... .... .... . 6. Inspect main wheel alignment (0 Toe in -Toe out) ... .. 7. Inspect nose ear alignment, steering controI and travel .~..~.~~......~~.~.......~~......~...~....~.......................~...... 8. Inspect shimmy dampener for alignment and operation .... .. . ........ ... ....**...................................**..... 9. Inspect nose gear oleo strut for proper extension 3.5 in.) (Check for proper fluid as required) .... ..__..... 10. Inspect nose gear oleo strut for fluid leaks and scoring . . . ... .....*..............*.*.....**...*......*......*......**.*...... 11. lnspect nose gear struts, attachments, tarqe links, and bolts and bushings for condition and security. ,.I 12. lnspect condition of torque link and steering horn bolts and bushings (Replace as required). . .... .... ... ..I 13. Inspect tires for cuts, uneven or excessive wear and slippage . ...... ... .... .... ..... ... ........ ... .....*.*...............**. 14. Remove wheels, clean, and repack bearings per lubrication chart . . ...... .... ....--*..................................*... 15. Inspect wheels for cracks, corrosion and broken bolts .. .*..................................................,.......,.....,,.,,, 16. Check tire pressure (Nose - 15 psi/Main - 22 psi) .. ... 17. Inspect brake lining and disc for excessive wear. .. ... 18. Inspect brake lines for chafing and security . .. . ...... ... 19. Inspect brake cylinders, and parking valve for operation and leaks (Check fluid level as required) .., 20. Inspect tail wheel attachments for tightness and safety. (PA-20) . .. .....*.*...........*......**......*...................... 21. inspect tail wheel for looseness on bracket ........ ... ... 22. Inspect tail heel for cuts and uneven or excessive wear (PA-20) ....I. .. ..... .... .... .... ........ .. ..... .... .... .... .... ..a... 23. Remove tail wheel, dean, inspect, and repack bearings (PA-20) .... ... ..*.........................**................... 24. Inspect tail wheel for cracks, corrosion and broken bolts. {PA-20) ..... ... ...... ..*...*.....................*....*........-..-~ 25. Inspect tail wheel tire pressure if applicable (30 PST) (PA-20) ..I....,,........,...................................... 26. Lubricate per lubrication chart .. .... ... .....*.*.................. 27. Reinstall fairings .... ... .... ...*....****...............*................. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 cl 0 0 0 0 D 3 3 3 x 3 3 Circle Type of Inspection (See Note 2) 5 perform all inspections or operations at each of the i 50 100 500 1000 Annual G inspection intervals as indicated by a circle (0) 2 a , oca&fj z DESCRIPTION $$$pE: DESCRIPTION T- - 3. FLOAT GROUP . Inspect float attachment fittings for security .. .. .... .... *... 00 0 !, Inspect floats for damage and corrosion. .... .... ....... . .... 00 0 1.Inspect pulleys and cabIes for security and corrosion (See Note 14) 00 0 ~.~~....~~.....~~....~.~,,..~~~~.....~.....~~. 4. OPERATIONAL INSPECTlON 1. Check fuel tank selector operation........... 0 00 0 !. Check fuel quantity indicator ...*.**.......~................*.*.... 0 00 0 $.Check oil pressure and temperature indication .. .... .... 0 0 0 0 I. check generator output .,.~.~..**~~~....,.*‘~~........*...*....I..... 0 00 0 5.Check carburetor heat operation o,.‘...~..~...~***,****~**~*~..** 0 00 0 5.Check parking brake operation ,,...........*...,,..,.........*.*.. 0 00 0 7. Check vacuum gauge indication ,,.,...........~...,..,........... a 00 0 3.check gyms for noise and roughness -... ....-.-. . .. 0 0 0 0 3. Check cabin heater operation ..,.......~................~.~.....~. 0 00 0 IO. Check magneto switch operation .,...............*.*..*.*.*.** 0 00 0 I1 _ Check magneto RPM variation . . ....**.*...I..........___-_-.**0 00 0 12. Check throttle and mixture operation .... .... ....*........... 0 0 0 0 13, Check propeller smoothness .*.. .. .. .. *...***...*.. ....-..... . ..(I 0 00 0 14.Check propeller governor action {constant speed).... 6 6 8 0 IS. Check electronic equipment operation .. .... ....~~.~.....~.~0 0 0 0 16. Check engine idle ~~,.~,~..*~....~***..*.......****........*.*~*~*.~~~. 0000 I. GENERAL 1. Aircraft conforms to FAA Specifications .. .._................. 0 Cl 0 0 2. All FAA Airworthiness Directives complied with ... ... . .... 0 0 0 0 3. All Manufacturers Service Letters and Bulletins complied with ,*..‘.~.*..~**f*.*..******~*.~~....~.t..*~*..~~....~*.~.~1~~..* 0 00 0 1. Check for proper Flight Manual .. . ...*.................**........ 0 00 0 5. Aircraft papers in proper order .. ... . ....~~~~~~~~................... 0 00 0 NOTES: 1. Refer to the last card of the Piper Parts Price List - Aerofiche, for a checklist of current revision dates to Piper lnspection Reports and Manuals. 2. All inspections or operations are required at each of the inspection intervals as marked by a (0). Both the annual and 100 hour inspections are complete inspections of the airplane, identical in scope, while both the 500 and 1000 hour inspections are extensions of the annual or 100 hour inspection, which require a more detailed examination of the airplane, and overhaul or replacement of some major components. Inspections must be accomplished by persons authorized by the FAA. 3. Piper Service Bulletins are of special importance and Piper considers compliance mandatory. 4. Piper Service Letters are product improvements and service hints pertaining to servicing the airplane and should be given careful attention. 5. Replace or overhaul as required or at engine overhaul. (For angina overhaul, refer to the latest revision of Lycoming Service Letter L-201. 6. It is recommended that all engine mount rubber bushings be replaced every 500 hours. 7. Replace flexible oil lines at Engine TB.0 per Lycoming S/B 24OJ. 8. When using 3 other than 80/87 octane rating fuel, refer to Lycoming Service Letter No. L185A for additional information and service procedures. Q.Intervals between oil changes can be increased as much as 100% on engines equipped with full flow cartridge type oil filters, provided the element is replaced each 50 hours of operation and the specified octane fuel is used. Should fuel other than the specified octane rating for the power plant be used, refer to Lycoming Service Letter No. L185A for additional information and recommended service procedures 10. Refer to latest revision of Piper Service Bulletin No. 354 and see special Instruction on Lubrication Chart. 11. The recommended flight time between reconditioning of Sensenich fixed-pitch metal propellers is 1000 hours, provided the propeller has not received prior damage requiring immediate attention. Reconditioning accomplishesthe removal of fatigued surface metal and accumulated small nicks too numerous to repair individually. Contacta Senseich factory approved repair station. (Refer to latest Sensenich Service Letter No. 80-1 .) 12. Refer to Piper Service Bulletin 819. 13. Refer to Piper Service Bulletin 157D. 14. Examine cables for broken strands by wiping the cable with a cloth along the length of the cable. Visually inspect the cable thoroughly for damage not detected by the cloth. Replace damaged cables. Refer to Advisory Circular 43.13-IA, Paragraph 198. . Signature of Mechanic or Inspector Certificate No,: Data Total Time On Aisle: -3-
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