Initial Inspections

Page last updated 14/6/2006

Microlight A/C pre-inspection Checklist

Guidelines; Guide_for_Micro_Importers.pdf

 

Obtain correct logbooks, aircraft, engine, prop,  refer CAA web page, Rules & more, Forms, for detail; or ring 0800 438 785.  note; may be available locally

 

Contact a suitable IA and arrange for assistance

Statement in aircraft Log- who built it, what, where, when, how, iaw what (kit/plans/?)*

Duplicate inspection of controls c/o, signed off*

Control range of movements recorded*, stops fitted.

Weight & Balance c/o, entered in log, c of g within appropriate range*

Annual Condition Check signed off, sticker attached*

Airframe, Engine & Propeller serial #s identified & recorded

Fuel flow checks c/o- 150% of TO flow*

Engine ground runs c/o, data recorded*

ASI Vne mark

Engine instrument limits marked,  switches, controls, circuit breakers labelled.

Reg’n marks applied,  ref Rule 47 for guidelines;

Metal Identification plate fitted

Passenger warning decal

All AD’s signed off*

Fuel grade/qty marked at fill points

Warning decal if recovery parachute fitted

Drain holes as appropriate

Aircraft available for inspection, cowls and inspection panels off where appropriate

Weight placard.  MAUW, Empty Wt, Log book W&B entry signed off

Test pilot –RAANZ or SAC approved

 

* indicates log entries appropriate

This checklist is not to be interpreted as being the complete inspection criteria, further items may be raised during final visit

 

Application forms submitted as required. links;

Registration Form      24047-01.pdf

Fit and Proper Person Form     24047-02.pdf

Application for Issue of a Microlight Aircraft Flight Permit Form      24103-01.pdf

 

Contact me if you require any further clarification

Regards,   tony hansen

Ph 04 5609 669    027 221 3357   fax 04 5609 611   Email hansent@caa.govt.nz

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