Type Inspection Report Part 1 - Airplane Ground Inspection: Instructions
Type Inspection Report Part 1 - Airplane Ground Inspection: Instructions
Type Inspection Report Part 1 - Airplane Ground Inspection: Instructions
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NO
ACTION
REQ.
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MODEL
APPLICANT
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REGISTRATION MARKS
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TIA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
5.0
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
7.0
8.0
9.0
10.0
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
11.0
12.0
13.0
14.0
14.1
14.2
14.3
14.4
15.0
TITLE
Cover Sheet
Table of Contents
Administrative Data
Empty Weight and C.G. Location
Fabrication Processes
Inspection General
Airframe
General
Fuselage
Wing
Empennage
Flight Control System
Landing Gear
General
Landing Gear Installation
Ski Installation
Float Installation
Personnel and Cargo Accommodations
Ventilation, Heating and Pressurization
Fire Protection Compartment Interior
Powerplant Installation
General
Fuel System
Oil System
Induction System
Exhaust System
Controls and Accessories
Fire Protection
Equipment
Electrical System and Equipment
Safety Equipment
Miscellaneous Equipment
Electronic System
Hydraulic and Pneumatic System
Oxygen System
Miscellaneous Fluid Drains
Aircraft Identification and Marking
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ADMINISTRATIVE DATA
FROM
A. INSPECTION PERIOD
TO
DATED
C.
FORM SUBMITTED
BY APPLICANT
STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY
DATED
MAJOR REPAIR AND ALTERATION FORM
YES
D.
E.
NO
DOES THE APPLICANTS INSPECTION SYSTEM ASSURE THAT THE MATERIALS AND PARTS USED IN
THE PROTOTYPE AIRCRAFT ARE IN CONFORMITY WITH APPROVED DATA
DOES THE APPLICANT MAINTAIN RECORDS OF THE INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON THE PROTOTYPE
TO SUBSTANTIATE HIS STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY
F.
CONDUCTED
REMARKS
Page 4
UNUSABLE FUEL
SCALE POINTS
WEIGHT
(Lbs.)
UNDRAINABLE OIL
ENGINE COOLANT
HYDRAULIC FLUID
VOLUME (Gals.)
WEIGHT (Lbs.)
1.3.1
Actual
empty
weight
HORIZONTAL DISTANCE
FROM DATUM (Inches)
MOMENT
(Inch Lbs.)
FORWARD LEFT
FORWARD RIGHT
REAR LEFT
REAR RIGHT
AUXILIARY
TOTAL
forward
1.3.2 Empty weight c.g. is _____________ inches aft
1.3.3 Aircraft weighed conformed to
DRAWING LIST NO.
DATED
of datum
DATED
AIRCRAFT WEIGHT
(Mfgs. Serial No.)
TIA FINDINGS
Record results of investigations and special tests, such as static, endurance, operational, pressure, functional, and
reliability, conducted or witnessed by manufacturing inspectors on the basis of instructions contained in item 18 of the
type inspection authorization. Identify by TIA item number and item description; results to follow directly below the
item description.
Table of Contents
Administrative Data
Page 5
2.2
Have the chemical and physical properties of materials used in the fabrication of
major and/or critical parts been satisfactorily substantiated to assure conformity with
material requirements of the related data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
Has the heat treatment of major and/or critical parts been adequately controlled to
assure the fabrication of these parts in accordance with pertinent requirements of
approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.3
Has welding, brazing, and normalizing of major and/or critical parts been adequately
controlled to assure fabrication of these parts in accordance with pertinent
requirements of the approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.4
Have special techniques, (i.e., structural shotpeening etching, etc.) on major and/or
critical parts been adequately controlled to assure fabrication of these parts in
accordance with pertinent requirements of the approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.5
Have special forming processes (explosive, magnetic, etc.) on major and/or critical
parts been adequately controlled to assure processing according to related
specifications and fabrications in according with pertinent requirements of the
approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
Have processes for manufacturing or forming of special materials (i.e., plastics,
phenolics, fiberglass, etc.) for major and/or critical parts been adequately controlled to
assure fabrication of these parts in accordance with pertinent requirements of the
approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
Has application of protective treatments to major and/or critical parts been adequately
controlled to assure conformity with pertinent requirements of the approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.6
2.7
2.8
Have processes for bonding or gluing of major and/or critical parts been adequately
controlled to assure the fabrication of these parts in accordance with pertinent
requirements of the approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.9
Have processes for sealing and finishing of major and/or critical parts been
adequately controlled to assure conformity with pertinent requirements of the
approved data
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
2.10
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 6
Are drawings, specifications, equipment lists and other type design data available for
inspection of the prototype product
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
3.2
Has a method been established to update these data to show the latest type design
changes
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
3.3
Has a method been established to show the status of these changes relative to the
prototype article and parts thereof
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
3.4
3.5
Are parts and assemblies properly stamped, marked or otherwise identified to indicate
the inspection status during various stages of fabrication
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
3.6
Does inspection of procured items show that they are in conformity with the vendors
drawings and/or the applicants specification drawings
FAR 21.33
23.605
25.605
3.7
Have critical castings received 100 percent inspection by visual, radiographic, and
magnetic particular penetrant inspection or approved equivalent nondestructive
inspection methods
FAR 23.621
25.621
3.8
Have noncritical castings been inspected in accordance with the following table:
FAR 23.621
25.621
CASTING FACTOR
INSPECTION
REMARKS
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 7
4.0 AIRFRAME
4.1
GENERAL
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
Have all members of the structure been suitably protected against deterioration or
loss of strength in service due to weathering, corrosion, abrasion, etc.
FAR 23.609
25.609
4.1.5
Have adequate inspection openings, doors, and access panels been provided to allow
close examination of each part requiring recurring inspection, adjustments for proper
alignment and function, or lubrication
FAR 23.611
25.611
4.2
FUSELAGE
4.2.1
4.2.2
Have bolts been installed in accordance with acceptable standards with respect to
proper length, washers, nuts, hole size, finish, etc.
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.2.3
Are self-locking nuts used on any bolt subject to rotation during aircraft operation
FAR 23.607
25.607
4.2.4
4.2.5
4.2.6
Are major attachment points of the wing, empennage, landing gear, powerplant, etc.,
adequately controlled to insure proper alignment when mated
FAR 23.603, .605 25.605
4.2.7
Are structural panels such as bulkhead, spar and beam webs, and outside skin panel
covering, free from buckles or wrinkles
FAR 23.603, .605 25.605
4.2.8
4.2.9
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 8
WINGS
4.3.1
4.3.2
Have bolts been installed in accordance with acceptable standards with respect to
proper length, washers, nut, hole size, finish, etc.
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.3.3
Are self-locking nuts used on any bolt subject to rotation during aircraft operation
FAR 23.607
25.607
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
Are major attachment points of tabs, flaps, ailerons, slats, spoilers, landing gear and
fuselage adequately controlled to insure proper alignment when assembled to
corresponding structure
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.3.7
Are structural panels such as spar webs, rib webs, and skin panels, free from
buckles or wrinkles
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.3.8
Are adequate inspection openings, doors or access panels been provided to allow
close examination of each part requiring recurring inspection, adjustments for proper
alignment and function, or lubrication
FAR 23.611
25.611
4.3.9
4.3.10
Do the hinge lines of the ailerons, spoilers, slats, flaps, tabs, etc., match properly
when installed
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.3.11
Is there positive clearance between the wing and all moveable surfaces throughout
their range of operation
FAR 23.683
25.683
4.3.12
Are the flight control surface operating means (i.e.. bell cranks, push-pull tubes,
chains, cables, operating cylinders, jackscrews, etc.) free from binding and
interference
FAR 23.683
25.685
4.3.13
Are positive stops provided to limit the range of motion of the flight control surfaces
FAR 23.675
25.675
4.3.14
Are adequate ventilation and drainage provisions provided for the wing and all
control surfaces or lift augmentation devices
FAR 23.609
25.609
4.3.15
4.3.16
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 9
EMPENNAGE
4.4.1
4.4.2
Have bolts been installed in accordance with acceptable standards with respect to
proper length, washers, nuts, hole size, finish, etc.
FAR 23.605
25.605
4.4.3
Are self-locking nuts used on any bolt subject to rotation during aircraft operation
FAR 23.607
25.607
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
Are major attachment points of tabs, elevator, rudder, horizontal and vertical
stabilizer adequately controlled to insure proper alignment when assembled to
corresponding structure
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.4.7
Are structural panels such as spar webs, rib webs, skin panels, etc., free from
buckles or wrinkles
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.4.8
Are adequate inspection opening, doors, and/or access panels provided to allow
close examination of each part requiring recurring inspection, adjustments for proper
alignment and function, or lubrication
FAR 23.611
25.611
4.4.9
4.4.10
Do the hinge lines of the elevator, rudder and tabs match properly when installed
FAR 23.603, .605
25.605
4.4.11
Is there positive clearance between the vertical or horizontal stabilizer, and all
movable surfaces throughout their range of operation
FAR 3.683
25.683
4.4.12
Are the flight control surface operating means (i.e.., bell cranks, push-pull tabs,
chains, cables, operating cylinders, jackscrews, etc.) free from binding and
interference
FAR 23.685
25.685
4.4.13
Are positive stops provided to limit the range of motion of the rudder, elevator and
stabilizer (when an adjustable stabilizer is employed)
FAR 23.675
25.675
4.4.14
4.4.15
4.4.16
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 10
Do all flight controls operate with ease, smoothness and positiveness throughout their
maximum limits
FAR 23.671
25.671
5.2
Do all flight control surfaces move in the correct direction of travel in response to
operation of the cockpit controls
FAR 23.779, .671
25.779, .671
5.3
Are stops provided for all flight control surfaces and is there positive engagement to
limit the control surface travel
FAR 23.675
25.675
5.4
5.5
Where cable systems are used, are provisions provided for the visual inspection of
fairleads, pulleys, terminals and turnbuckles
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.6
Is there a means provided, adjacent to the trim control, to indicate the direction of the
airplane motions
FAR 23.677
25.677
5.7
Is there provided a clearly visible means to indicate the position of the trim device with
respect to the range of adjustment
FAR 23.677
25.677
5.8
Where irreversible trim tab control systems are used. Is the aprt from the tab to the
attachment of the irreversible unit to the airplane structure rigid
FAR 23.677
25.677
5.9
Does a functional check show that the control system locks operate as placarded or
marked
FAR 23.679
25.679
5.10
Has a means been provided to prevent the control system lock from engaging in flight
FAR 23.679
25.679
5.11
Is the flight control system free from jamming, excessive friction. And excessive
deflection when the controls are operated from the pilot compartment with:
(a) The system loaded to correspond to 80 percent of the limit load specified for the
system
FAR
25.683
(b)
(b) The system loaded to correspond to the limit airloads on the appropriate surfaces
FAR 23.683
5.12
Is the control system protected from jamming, chafing and interference by cargo,
passengers, or loose objects
FAR 23.685
25.685
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 11
Are means provided in the cockpit to prevent the entry of foreign objects into
places where they would jam the control system
FAR 23.685
25.685
5.14
Are means provided to prevent the slapping of cables or tubes against other parts
FAR 23.685
25.685
5.15
Are the control pulleys provided with guards to prevent the cables from being
misplaced or fouled
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.16
Do the control pulleys lie in a plane passing through the cable so that the cable does
not rub against the pulley flange
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.17
Are there any fairlead installations which change the cable direction more than 3
degrees
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.18
Are there any clevis pins in the control system subject to load or motion which are
retained only by cotter pins
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.19
Are turnbuckles and push rods attached to parts having angular motion in a manner
that will positively prevent binding or bending throughout the range of travel
FAR 23.689
25.689
5.20
When the flap control is placed in any selected operational position, will the flap
remain in that position unless the control is adjusted
FAR 23.697
25.697
REMARKS
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 12
SURFACE
WING FLAPS
APPROACH
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
ACTUAL
MEASUREMENT
(In inches
or degrees)
CABLE
TENSION
(Lbs.)1
ACTUAL
MEASUREMENT
(In inches
or degrees)
CABLE
TENSION
(Lbs.)1
LAND
AILERON
AILERON TRIM TAB
AILERON
SERVO TAB
SPOILERS
STABILIZER (MOVABLE)
UP
DOWN
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
ELEVATOR
ELEVATOR TRIM TIB
ELEVATOR SERVO TAB
UP
DOWN
RUDDER
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
SURFACE
LAND
LAND
WING FLAPS
TAKEOFF
APPROACH
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
AILERON
AILERON TRIM TAB
UP
DOWN
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
LAND
UP
DOWN
LEFT HAND
UP
DOWN
RIGHT HAND
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
RUDDER
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
AILERON
SERVO TAB
SPOILERS
STABILIZER (MOVABLE)
ELEVATOR
1. When opposing cables are unequal tension, show tension of each cable and identify.
LAND
LAND
Page 13
GENERAL
6.1.1
6.1.2
Are fluid lines, cables and electrical wires and switches attached to the landing gear
suitably protected against damage by stones, slush, water, ice, etc.
FAR 23.609
25.609
6.1.3
Are self-locking nuts used on any bolt subject to rotation during landing gear operation
FAR 23.607
25.607
6.1.4
Are the wheels, brakes, and tires as specified per the related drawings and
installed in accordance with this data
FAR 23.731, .733, .735
25.731, .733, .735
6.2
6.2.1
Did a retractable landing gear operational ground check show proper functioning of
the landing gear and landing gear door installations throughout the retraction and
extension cycles
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.2
Did the emergency extension system ground check show proper extension of the
landing gear
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.3
Is a positive means provided to lock the landing gear in the extended position
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.4
Is a means provided to indicate to the pilot when the landing gear is secured in the
extended or retracted position
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.5
Is an aural warning device provided that functions continuously, when one or more
throttles are closed, until the landing gear is down and locked
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.6
If there is a manual shutoff for the aural warning device, is it installed so that
reopening the throttle will reset the warning device
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.7
Is an aural warning device provided that functions continuously when the wing flaps
are extended beyond the maximum approach position
FAR 23.729
25.729
6.2.8
Is the equipment that is essential to the safe operation of the airplane and that is
located in wheel wells protected from damage by a bursting tire or a loose tire tread
FAR
25.729
6.3
SKI INSTALLATION
6.3.1
25.737
6.3.2
6.4
FLOAT INSTALLATION
6.4.1
6.4.2
25.751
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 14
Are the windshield and window panels in the pilot compartment clear and free of
distortions
FAR 23.773
25.773
7.2
7.3
Does the windshield and side windows forward of the pilots back when he is seated in
the normal flight position have a luminous transmittance value of not less than 70
percent
FAR 23.775
7.4
Are controls and instrument markings, instructions, and placards in conformance with
pertinent specifications and approved data
FAR 23.777 through 23.781
25.777 through 25.781
FAR 23.1541 through 23.1567
7.5
7.6
Does the door, between the pilot and passenger compartment, have a locking means
to prevent passengers from opening it without the pilots permission
FAR
25.771
7.7
Is there a means to lock and safeguard each external door against inadvertent
opening either by persons or as a result of mechanical failure
FAR
25.783
7.8
Where inward opening external doors are used, is there a means provided to prevent
occupants from crowding against the door and interfering with the opening of the door
FAR
25.783
7.9
Can the external doors be readily unlocked and opened from the inside or outside
FAR
25.783
7.10
Is the means of opening the external doors simple, obvious, and so arranged and
marked that they can be readily located and operated, even in darkness
FAR
25.783
7.11
Are direct visual inspection means provided to determine whether external doors, for
which the initial opening movement is outward, are fully locked
FAR
25.783
7.12
7.13
7.14
Is each projected object, that would injure persons seated or moving about the
airplane in normal flight, padded
FAR
25.785
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 15
7.16
Is there a means provided along each aisle to enable occupants to steady themselves
while using the aisles in moderately rough air, such as a hand grip or rail along each
aisle or a firm hand hold on each seat back
FAR
25.785
7.17
Is each crew member seat at flight deck stations provided with provisions for a
shoulder harness
FAR
25.785
7.18
Are cargo and baggage compartments placarded in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.787
25.787
7.19
Are emergency exits openable from the inside and outside of the cabin without undue
effort
FAR
25.809
7.20
Is there a means to lock each emergency exit and to safeguard against its opening in
flight, either inadvertently by persons or as a result of mechanical failure
FAR
25.809
7.21
Is there a means for direct visual inspection of the locking mechanism to determine
that each emergency exit, for which the initial opening movement is outward, is fully
locked
FAR
25.809
7.22
Is each landplane emergency exit that is more than six feet from the ground
with the landing gear extended and each over-the-wing emergency exit pro
vided with an approved means to assist the occupants in descending to the
ground
FAR
25.809
Is each passenger emergency exit, its means of access and its means of opening,
conspicuously marked
FAR 23.807
25.811
7.23
7.24
Is the identity and location of each emergency exit recognizable from a distance equal
to the width of the cabin
FAR
25.811
7.25
Is the location of each emergency exit operating handle and the instructions for
opening marked on or adjacent to the emergency exit
FAR 23.807
25.811
7.26
Are these markings and instructions required by item 7.25 readable from a distance of
30 inches
FAR
25.811
7.27
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 16
Is each emergency exit that is required to be openable from the outside, and its
means of opening, marked on the outside of the airplane
FAR
25.811
7.29
Are main aisles and emergency access passageways in accordance with approve
data
FAR 23.807
25.815, .813
7.30
7.31
REMARKS
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 17
8.2
Are the heating and ventilation controls placarded and marked in accordance with
approved data
FAR 23.1541, .15555 25.1541, .1555
8.3
8.4
Do the pressure relief valves automatically limit the positive pressure differential to the
limits established by the approved data
FAR 23.841
25.841
8.5
Do the reverse pressure differential relief valves limit the negative pressure differential
to the limits established by the approved data
FAR 23.841
25.841
8.6
Is the regulator for maintaining the required internal pressures and airflow rates
installed and placarded in accordance with the approved data
FAR 23.841
25.841
8.7
Are the instruments to indicate to the pilot the pressure differential, the absolute
pressure in the cabin and the rate of change of the absolute pressure marked and
placarded in accordance with the approved data
FAR 23.841, .1543 25.841, .1543
8.8
Are warning devices and placards provided to indicate when the approved pressure
differential and absolute cabin pressure limits are exceeded
FAR 23.841
25.841
8.9
Are all pressurization system warning placards in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.841
25.841
8.10
Does each door and emergency exit operate properly after the pressurization flight
test have been completed
FAR 23.843
25.843
8.11
8.12
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 18
Are the materials used for compartment interiors in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.853
25.853
9.2
Does each towel, paper, and waste receptacle have a means for containing
possible fires
FAR
25.853
9.3
Is there at least one hand fire extinguisher for use by the flight crew
members
FAR
25.853
9.4
Are the required number of hand fire extinguishers located in the passenger
compartments
FAR
25.853
9.5
9.6
9.7
Are controls, wiring, fluid lines, equipment or accessories whose damage or failure
would affect safe operation, protected so that they cannot be damaged by cargo or
baggage, and that their breakage or failure will not create a fire hazard
FAR
25.855
9.8
Has a means been provided to prevent cargo or baggage from interfering with the
functioning of the fire-protective installation for the compartments
FAR
25.855
9.9
Are the sources of heat within the compartment shielded and insulated to prevent
igniting the cargo or baggage
FAR
25.855
9.10
9.11
Are the ventilating and combustion air ducts, adjacent to the heater of fire proof
material installed in accordance with approved data
FAR
25.859
9.12
Do the heater installation fuel drains permit safe drainage clear of the aircraft
FAR
25.859
9.13
Yes
No
Action
Req.
Page 19
Yes
GENERAL
10.1.1
10.1.2
10.1.3
10.1.4
Does a ground operational test show that all powerplant components and
accessories are operating satisfactorily
FAR 23.901
25.901
10.1.5
10.1.6
10.1.7
Are any self-locking nuts used on any bolt, subject to rotation in operation
FAR 23.607
25.607
10.1.8
Is the radial clearance between the propeller tip and the aircraft structure at least
one inch
FAR 23.925
25.925
10.1.9
Is the longitudinal clearance between the propeller blades or cuffs and stationary
part of the aircraft at least one-half inch
FAR 23.925
25.925
10.1.10
10.1.11
Are propeller deicing controls identified and marked with respect to their operation
FAR 23.1555
25.1555
10.2
FUEL SYSTEM
10.2.1
10.2.2
Does a ground operational test indicate that the fuel system operates satisfactorily
FAR 23.951
25.951
10.2.3
Are the fuel tanks constructed, installed and sealed in accordance with approved
data
FAR 23.963
25.963
10.2.4
Are the spaces adjacent to the fuel tanks ventilated and provided with drain holes
FAR 23.967
25.967
No
Action
Req.
Page 20
10.2.5
Does each tank have a positive locking drain that allows the complete drainage of
the fuel tank sump
FAR
25.971
10.2.6
Does the fuel tank sump drain discharge clear of the airplane
FAR
25.971
10.2.7
Does the fuel system have a chamber or sediment bowl located so that water will
drain to it from all parts of the fuel tank
FAR 23.97
10.2.8
Can the fuel tank expansion space be filled with the airplane in the normal ground
attitude
FAR 23.969
25.969
10.2.9
10.2.10
Is each fuel tank filler connection installed in a manner which will prevent the
entrance of fuel into any part of the airplane other than the tank
FAR 23.973
25.973
10.2.11
Is each recessed fuel tank filler connection that can retain any appreciable quantity
of fuel, provided with a drain that discharges clear of the airplane
FAR 23.973
25.973
10.2.12
Is each fuel filler cover marked on or near, with the word fuel, the minimum fuel
grade or designation approved for the engines and the usable fuel tank capacity
FAR 23.973,.1557
25.973,.1557
10.2.13
10.2.14
Is there any point in any fuel vent line where moisture can accumulate with the
airplane in the ground attitude or level flight attitude
FAR 23.975
25.975
10.2.15
Are the vent and drain line outlets located in a position where the discharge of fuel
or fumes would not constitute a fire hazard or allow fumes to enter personnel
compartments
FAR 23.975
25.975
10.2.16
10.2.17
10.2.18
Do the emergency or auxiliary fuel pumps function in accordance with the placards
located at the controls
FAR 23.991
25.911
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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10.2.19
Are the fuel lines installed and supported to prevent excessive vibration and motion
due to fuel pressure and accelerated flight conditions
FAR 23.993
25.993
10.2.20
10.2.21
Does each fuel valve have positive stops or suitable index provisions in the on and
off positions
FAR 23.995
25.995
10.2.22
Can the drainage of the fuel system be accomplished by the use of fuel
strainer and fuel tank sump drains with the airplane in the normal ground
attitude
FAR 23.999
25.999
10.2.23
Does a ground operational test indicate that the fuel jettisoning system operates
satisfactorily
FAR
25.1001
10.3
OIL SYSTEM
10.3.1
10.3.2
Can the oil tank expansion space be filled with the airplane in the normal ground
attitude
FAR 23.1013
25.1013
10.3.3
Is each recessed oil tank filler connection that can retain any appreciable quantity of
oil have a drain that discharges clear of the airplane
FAR 23.1013
25.1013
10.3.4
Is each oil tank filler marked with the word oil and the oil capacity
FAR 23.1013,.1577
25.1013,.1557
10.3.5
10.3.6
Are the oil lines and oil tank vents routed so that condensed water vapor
that might freeze and obstruct the line, cannot accumulate at any point
FAR 23.1013,.1017
25.1013, .1017
10.3.7
Are the oil lines installed and supported to prevent excessive vibration and motion
due to oil pressure and accelerated flight conditions
FAR 23.1017
25.1017
10.3.8
10.3.9
Is there at least one accessible oil drain which allows the safe drainage of the entire
oil system, and is provided with a positive locking means in the closed position
FAR 23.1021
25.1021
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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10.3.10
Does each oil valve have positive stops or suitable index provisions in the
on and off positions
FAR
25.1025
10.3.11
Does a ground operational test show that propeller feathering can be accom
plished with the amount of trapped oil in the oil tank
FAR 23.1027
25.1027
10.4
INDUCTION SYSTEM
10.4.1
Are all units of the engine air induction system, including icing protection and
induction system screens, fabricated and installed in accordance with approved
data
FAR 23.1091
25.1091
Does the carburetor air preheater installation allow the inspection of exhaust
manifold parts that it surrounds, and the critical parts of preheater itself
FAR 23.1101
25.1101
10.4.2
10.4.3
Are drains for induction system ducts installed in accordance with approved
data, and do they discharge in a location which will not cause a fire hazard
FAR 23.1103
25.1103
10.5
EXHAUST SYSTEM
10.5.1
10.5.2
Are there parts of the airplane that hot exhaust gases could strike or that could be
subjected to high temperatures from exhaust system parts constructed of fireproof
material or shielded by a fireproof material
FAR 23.1121
25.1121
10.5.3
Are exhaust gases discharged near any flammable fluid vent or drain
FAR 23.1121
25.1121
10.5.4
Is each exhaust manifold supported to withstand any vibration and inertia load
to which it may be subjected
FAR 23.1123
25.1123
10.5.5
Has a means been provided for the inspection of critical parts of the exhaust heat
exchangers
FAR 23.1125
25.1125
10.5.6
10.5.7
Have adequate provisions been made for the inspection, maintenance, and s
ervicing of the turbosupercharger
FAR 23.1127
25.1127
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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10.6.1
Are the powerplant controls constructed, located, installed, adjusted and marked in
accordance with approved data
FAR 23.1141
25.1141
10.6.2
10.6.3
Do the reverse thrust controls have a positive lock or stop at the flight idle position
and required a separate an distinct operation to displace the control from the
forward thrust position
FAR
25.1155
10.6.4
Are the fuel jettisoning system controls located apart from any fire extinguisher
control or other control used to combat fire, and are guards provided to prevent
inadvertent operation
FAR
25.1161
10.6.5
Are all engine mounted accessories installed in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.1163
25.1163
10.6.6
10.6.7
Are the magneto ground wires that lie on the engine side of the fire wall installed,
located, or protected, to minimize the probability of simultaneous failure of two or
more wires due to mechanical damage, electrical faults, or other cause
FAR 23.1165
25.1165
10.6.8
Are ground wires for any engine, which are routed through the fire zone of another
engine, fire proof
FAR
25.1165
10.7
10.7.1
Are all tanks, lines, and fittings which contain flammable fluids or gases in a
designated fire zone constructed, installed, and secured in accordance with
approved data
FAR 23.1183
25.1185
10.7.2
Can complete drainage and discharge of each part of each designated fire zones
be accomplished to minimize the hazard resulting from the failure of malfunctioning
of any component containing flammable fluids
FAR
25.1187
10.7.3
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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10.7.4
Are the shut-off valves and controls installed and marked in accordance with
approved data
FAR 23.1189
25.1189
10.7.5
Are firewalls and shrouds constructed and installed in accordance with approved
data
FAR 23.1191
25.1191
10.7.6
Are all openings in firewalls and shrouds provided with close fitting fireproof or fireresistant grommets, brushings, or firewall fittings
10.7.7
FAR 23.1191
25.1191
Is each part of the cowling provided with a means for rapid and complete drainage
in the normal ground and flight attitudes
FAR 23.1193
25.1193
10.7.8
Is the cowling and nacelle constructed and installed in accordance with the
approved data
FAR 23.1193
25.1193
10.7.9
Are fire extinguishing systems, which are provided for designated fire zones
installed in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.1195
25.1195
10.7.10
Are visual discharge indicators provided at the discharge end of each discharge line
of the fire extinguishing system
FAR
25.1199
10.7.11
REMARKS
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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11.0 EQUIPMENT
Due to the differences in the minimum equipment requirements of FAR 23 and 25, the following list of instruments and
equipment items is provided as a means of recording the inspection of these items. The FAR requiring the particular item
is indicated beside the item in the applicable FAR column. The answers to the following questions should be noted in the
appropriate column.
A. Is the item installed and marked in accordance with approved data
FAR 23.1301, .1541
25.1301, .1541
B. Does a ground operational check show that the item operates satisfactorily
FAR 23.1301, .1309
25.1301, .1309
C. Is action required as a result of this inspection
11.1 FLIGHT AND NAVIGATIONAL INSTRUMENTS FAR 23.1303
25.1303
FAR
ITEM
23
25
A. Airspeed indicator
B. Altimeter
I.
Rate of climb
X
X
J.
A.
B.
C.
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25.1305
FAR
ITEM
23
25
X
X
I.
J.
N. Tachometer
P. Thrust indicator
A.
B.
C.
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25.1307
FAR
ITEM
23
G. Ignition switch(es)
X
X
I.
Master switch
J.
Anti-Collision light
X7
X7
25
A.
B.
C.
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12.2
Does a ground operational test show that the electrical system adequately performs
its intended function
FAR 23.1351
25.1351,.1309
12.3
Is the electrical system protected from fuel, oil, water, other detrimental
substances and mechanical damage
12.4
FAR 23.1351
25.1351
Are all electrical control devices operated by a crew member marked or placarded in
accordance with approved date
FAR 23.1351,.1555
25.1351,.1555
12.5
12.6
Is the battery installation provided with adequate drainage and ventilation, and
enclosed so that no corrosive fluids or gases may damage the surrounding structure
or essential equipment
FAR 23.1353
25.1353
12.7
12.8
12.9
12.10
12.11
12.12
Are parts which are electrically insulated from the basic airframe connected to it
through lightning arrestors
FAR
25.1369
13.0
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
13.1
Are the safety equipment release controls, such as automatic liferaft release
readily accessible to the crew
FAR 23.1411
25.1411
13.2
Are the emergency equipment items located in an obvious location which is readily
accessible
FAR 23.1411
25.1411
13.3
Are the emergency equipment items stowed in a manner that provides protection
from inadvertent damage
FAR 23.1411
25.1411
13.4
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
14.1.1
14.1.2
Does a ground operational check show that the electrical system adequately
performs its intended function
FAR 23.1309,.1431
25.1309,.1431
14.1.3
Is the electronic system protected from damage by fuel, oil, water, other
detrimental substances and mechanical damage
FAR 23.1309,.1431
25.1309,.1431
Are all electronic control devices operated by a crew member marked or placarded in
accordance with approved data
FAR 23.1431,.1555
25.1431,.1555
14.1.4
14.1.5
Are the electronic system controls and wiring installed so that the operation of any
one unit or system of units will not adversely affect the simultaneous operation of any
other unit or systems of units within the aircraft
FAR 23.1431
25.1431
14.1.6
14.1.7
Are shock mounted units provided with adequate clearance between other units or
aircraft parts to prevent damage or malfunction
FAR 23.1431
25.1431
14.2
14.2.1
14.2.2
Does a ground operational test show that the hydraulic system adequately performs
its intended functions
FAR 23.1301,.1435
25.1301,.1435
14.2.3
Is each hydraulic line, fitting and component installed and supported to prevent
excessive vibration and damage due to inertia loads
FAR 23.1435
25.1435
14.2.4
Has a flexible means been used to connect points in the hydraulic system between
which relative motion or differential vibration exists
FAR 23.1435
25.1435
14.2.5
Is each element of the hydraulic system protected from abrasion, corrosion and
mechanical damage
FAR 23.1435
25.1435
14.2.6
Are the hydraulic reservoirs and accumulators installed in accordance with approved
data
FAR 23.1435
25.1435
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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14.2.7
14.2.8
14.2.9
Does a ground operation test show that the pneumatic system adequately performs
its intended function
FAR 23.1309
25.1309
14.2.10
Is each pneumatic system line, fitting and component installed and supported to
prevent excessive vibration and damage due to inertia loads
FAR 23.1309
25.1309
14.2.11
Is each element of the pneumatic system protected from abrasion, corrosion and
mechanical damage
FAR 23.1309
25.1309
14.2.12
14.2.13
Are the vacuum air system units, components lines and connections installed in
accordance with approved data
FAR
25.1433
14.3
OXYGEN SYSTEM
14.3.1
14.3.2
Does a ground operational test show that the oxygen system adequately performs
its intended function
FAR
25.1441
14.3.3
Are any oxygen equipment or lines located within a designated fire zone
FAR
25.1451
14.3.4
Are oxygen lines and equipment protected from heat that may be generated in, or
escape from, any designated fire zone
FAR
25.1451
14.3.5
Are the oxygen system components and lines installed so that escaping oxygen
cannot cause ignition of grease, fluids, or vapor accumulations that are present in
normal operation or as a result of failure or malfunction of any system
FAR
25.1451
14.3.6
Are the oxygen system controls and components labeled as to their identification ,
function or operating limitations or any applicable combination of these factors
FAR 23.1301
25.1301
Yes
No
Action
Req.
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14.3.7
Are oxygen pressure tanks and lines between tanks and the shutoff means
(a) protected from unsafe temperatures, and (b) located where the probability
and hazards of rupture in a crash landing are minimized
FAR
25.1453
14.3.8
Is each oxygen system line, fitting and component installed and supported to
prevent excessive vibration and damage due to inertia loads
FAR 23.1309
25.1309
14.3.9
Is each element of the oxygen system protected from abrasion, corrosion and
mechanical damage
FAR 23.1309
25.1309
14.3.10
14.4
14.4.1
Where fluids subject to freezing are drained overboard in flight or during ground
operations, are these drains located to prevent the formation of ice on the airplane
FAR
25.1455
15.0
15.1
15.2
15.3
Are aircraft nationality and registration marks in accordance with approved data
FAR 45.21 through 45.31
REMARKS
Yes
No
Action
Req.