Eurocopter AS 350 83 Flight Manual page 70

.FLIGHT MANUAL
SECTION 4.1
.OPERATING PROCEDURES
1 EXTERNAL CHECKS
~ : Ensure that the inspection associated with the day's flights has R
been performed: R
-either by the pilot, in accordance with the Flight Manual
(SECTION 8),
-or by the aircraft mechanic in accordance with the Master
Servicing Recommendations.
The check list specified in the Flight Manual complies with the
procedure given in the Master Servicing Reconmendations.
-Check that the ground round the aircraft is clean and unobstructed.
. -Remove the blade socks, if applicable. R
-Carry out the following check:
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Figure 1
Station 1
-Transparent panels Cleanliness -Condition R
-Total pressure head (PITOT) ---Cover removed -Check clean
-Landing gear (cross-members,
skids, wear-resistant plates) --Security -Visual check
.
-Sideslip indicator Condition R
Station 2
-Engine Air Intake Clear (water, snow, foreign matter)
-MGB cowling Check MGB oil level (steps). Close
cowling, check closed.
-Main Rotor Head Inspect star, sleeves (peeling),
spherical thrust bearing, adapters
(separation).
-Main Rotor Blades Security (attachment), inspect from
ground, for signs of impact.
-Tail pipe cover (if fitted) ---Removed R
-Engine cowling Open R
.Transmission deck and engine --Condition, cleanliness, cowling closed R
.-All lower fairing panels Closed, check
DGAC Approved: 350 B3 4.1
I A I B I C I D I F I 98-36 Page 1