Aileron Control System Friction Check; Aileron Trim Tab Free Play - Piper Cheyenne IIIA Airplane Maintenance Manual

PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-42-720 (Advanced Trainer)
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
A. Aileron and Tab (continued)
TOOL P/N 72025
Installation of Aileron Rigging Tool
Figure 504
19. Aileron ControL System Friction Check (Figure 601)
Using a spring scale and pulling from point on aileron shown in Figure 503, take readings in both
up and down directions as aileron passes through neutral position. Record readings, add them,
and ensure total does not exceed 9 pounds without autopilot bridle cables connected, or 10
pounds with autopilot bridle cables connected.
20. Aileron Trim Tab Free Play
(a) Position trim tab in neutral position. Trailing edge of tab in neutral position must be in line with
trailing edge of main surface.
(b) Total free play must not exceed 0.04 inch measured from one extreme to other between
outboard end of tab trailing edge and trailing edge of main surface.
(c) If excessive play exists, inspect aileron trim screw and hinge assemblies to determine location
of excessive play. Repair or replace worn parts as required.
EFFECTIVITY:
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