Leveling - Textron Cessna Grand Caravan Ex 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook And Faa Approved Airplane Flight Manual

CESSNA
MODEL 208B 867 SHP
GARMIN G1000
GROUND HANDLING

LEVELING

Longitudinal leveling of the airplane for weighing will require that the
main landing gear be supported by stands, blocks, etc., on the main
gear scales to a position at least four inches higher than the nose gear
as it rests on an appropriate scale. This initial elevated position will
compensate for the difference in waterline station between the main
and nose gear so that final leveling can be accomplished solely by
deflating the nose gear tire.
Since the nose gear strut on this airplane contains an oil
snubber for shock absorption rather than an air/oil shock
strut, it cannot be deflated to aid in airplane leveling.
The airplane can also be leveled longitudinally by raising or lowering
the airplane at the jack points. Longitudinal leveling points are provided
at FS 239.05, WL 97.50 and FS 272.13, WL 97.50. Remove screws
located at leveling screw location on the left side of the fuselage just
forward of the cargo doors. Install two screws of sufficient length at
longitudinal leveling points on fuselage to provide resting points for
level. Place a spirit level on the screws, then deflate the nose gear tire
(if placed on scales) or adjust the jacks to center the bubble in the level.
The pilot's seat rails can also be used for longitudinal leveling by
moving the pilot's seat to the most forward position and placing the
level on top of (and parallel to) seat rail, just aft of pilot's seat. Observe
level indication and deflate nose gear tire (if placed on scales) or adjust
jacks to center bubble in level.
To level airplane laterally, center a spirit level across the seat rails just
aft of crew doors, removing carpet if necessary. Observe level
indication and deflate main gear tire to properly center bubble in level.
Refer to the 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 8-20-00, Leveling -
Maintenance Practices, for specific procedures and equipment
required.
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AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICE
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NOTE
SECTION 8
AND MAINTENANCE
8-15
U.S.