Exterior Inspection Flashcards
S3 connected to the ISI and CPAM
Ensure the oxygen blowout plug is intact.
The AOA vane must be checked for damage and the drain port must also be clear of any debris. Ensure cover removed
The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no damage and that it is in good condition.
The P3 alternate pitot tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no excessive erosion on the tip and must not be damaged.
The P1 /S1 /S2 pitot-static tube needs to be clear of any debris, with no excessive erosion on the tip, and must not be damaged.
Visually inspect the windshields and side windows for cleanliness, cracks, or delaminating. Ensure all pitotstatic tube covers are removed. Static strips are in operable condition and check condition of the radome
Ensure all latches are closed and locked
Battery
TRUs
Inspect the tires for any bulges, cuts, embedded FOD, excessive wear and under inflation. Chines should be on outer portion of the wheel to deflect water/slush away from intakes.
Ensure the nosewheel rim is free of damage.
- Confirm nose wheel scissors are connected if aircraft is not going to be towed. - 2. Check steering actuators for leaks.
Make sure the nose gear pin is removed.
If the ADG pin is inserted, contact maintenance to have the pin removed.
Ensure the nose bay maintenance light is off.
- Oxygen panel
- AC external panel
- AC external plug
If not in use, ensure the external AC Panel door is closed.
If not in use, ensure external AC plug door is closed
If not in use, ensure the Oxygen Panel door is closed.
Check to make sure the P2 /S1 /S2 pitot-static probe is clear of debris and not covered by the pitot cover.
The ice detector probe must be checked to ensure there is no damage and that it is in good condition.
Check the TAT probe for any damage or obstructions.
The AOA vane must be checked for damage and the drain port must also be clear of any debris.
Check the condition of the alternate static (S3 ) port to ensure there is no damage.
If galley service door is not in use, ensure that it is closed and locked.
Check the condition of the emergency light
Make sure the galley potable water service door and the forward lav door is closed and latched.
Visually check the underside of the aircraft for antenna and beacon condition.
Ensure the forward avionics bay door is closed and latched.
Ensure that the refuel/defuel panel and the adaptor panel is closed and latched.
If the external fuel panel power switch is in the on position an AUTO XFLOW INHIBIT status message will appear and fuel cross flow is inhibited.
Confirm condition of wing inspection lights.
Visually check the over wing emergency exit condition and make sure it is properly secure. (white around = egress)
Inspect each over wing emergency light to ensure there are no cracks in the lens and no condensation in the light.
Inspect outer lens cover condition and confirm individual lights are in operable condition.
Clear lens = Landing light
Textured lens = taxi light
Check tires for wear, cuts, or burns - Check the oleo extension - Check condition of the shimmy damper
Make sure the gear pins are removed.
Confirm fuel magnetic level indicators are locked in the closed position.
Visually inspect the navigation and anticollision lights including the lens condition.
NOTE - Only one nav light is on at a time. Ensure the larger navigation light bulb is illuminated.
Check the condition of the winglet
Check that the static dischargers are in good condition
Ensure static dischargers covers are removed
The GLD system should not be extended during the walkaround
Check the condition of flight controls.
Check the brake wear indicators to determine if brakes are within limits.
Low Pressure Air
Lavatory Service
Hydraulic Service
Ecology Panel
Ensure the hydraulic door is closed and latched.
Ensure that the toilet drain/service panel is closed and latched.
Ensure the low pressure ground air supply connection door is closed and latched.
Ensure the aft ecology door is closed and latched.
Visually inspect the engine cowl and nose cone. (T2 probe)
Visually inspect general condition of engine cowl, exhaust pipe, and confirm thrust reversers are stowed.
Check the condition of the APU door and exhaust area.
Ensure the aft equipment bay door is closed and latched. Check the underside of the aircraft for damage.
On the CRJ-900 - A tail skid is located below the tail cone in case of inadvertent tail strike (removed on the 701 fleet) Tail skid should be in good condition. The tail strike indicator should be inspected.
Visually inspect the Hydraulic Systems 1 & 2 exhaust area (Heat Exchanger Exhaust)
Visually inspect the PACK cooling exhaust area (on both sides of plane)
Confirm that the high pressure external ground air door is closed and latched.
If already loaded, confirm aft cargo door is closed and latched.
If already loaded, confirm forward cargo door is closed and latched.
Ensure the passenger door is in safe, operable condition. Maximum load capacity is 1,000 lbs or a maximum of 4 people at any time.
Passenger door support wheel touches the ground.
