Daher-Socata TBM 900 Pilot's Information Manual page 195

PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
PREFLIGHT INSPECTION (5/9)
8 - Doors operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 - Stairs condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AIRPLANE OUTSIDE
The preflight inspection described in Figure 4.3.1 is recommended before each flight.
If a preflight inspection is performed, just after the engine shut-off, be careful because the
leading edge of engine air inlet, as well as exhaust stubs may be very hot.
If the airplane was in long term storage or if it has undergone major maintenance or if it has been used from
emergency airfields, a thorough outside inspection is recommended.
When the airplane is stored outside, the use of the flight control lock and blanking covers is recommended.
Propeller should be tied down to prevent rotation without oil pressure.
When the airplane is stored for extended periods of time, a thorough preflight inspection is recommended.
Particular attention should be paid to possible blockages in airspeed sensing lines, foreign objects in engine intake
and exhaust stubs and water contamination of the fuel system.
L.H. wing III
1 - Flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Also inspect the lower surface, as well as flap fairing, where pebbles (and even ice in case of slush on the
runway) may have accumulated.
2 - Aileron and trim / Spoiler
Ensure there are no foreign objects in the spoiler recess. When ailerons are in the neutral position, it is
normal that spoilers are lightly extended at upper surface.
3 - Trailing edge static discharger
4 - Winglet / nav. lights / strobe / landing light /
recognition light / taxi light
5 - OAT probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 - Fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank caps must be tight (which is characterized by a consequent exertion to lock and unlock them) to
avoid water infiltration in case of rain on ground, and to avoid fuel loss in flight.
7 - Fuel tank air vent
Air vent is not likely to be obstructed by ice or water, as it is located in a wing lower surface recess.
8 - Left pitot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Edition 0 -- October 31, 2013
Rev. 1
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NOTE
(Condition / Free movement / Deflection)
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
EASA Approved
Checked
Checked
(Condition / Play)
Checked
(Condition / Play)
Checked
Checked
(Condition / Attachment)
Condition - Checked
Condition - Checked
Cap Closed / Locked
Unobstructed - Checked
Condition - Checked
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