Exterior Preflight Checks
T-45C TS, ADV, & IUT CO-01
4.
Right forward fuselage
Right Forward Fuselage
VIDEO NOTE: Major inspection items
of the right forward fuselage include,
the right side of the windscreen,
avionics bay and access door, lower
anti-collision light, and engine intake
duct.
a.
Windscreen/canopy - CONDITION
Right Canopy
VIDEO NOTE: Check the right
side of the windscreen/canopy for
cracks, deep nicks, and scratches.
b.
Avionics bay and access doors -
SECURED
Avionics Bay
VIDEO NOTE: Check that the
avionics bay and electrical access
doors are flush with the adjacent
aircraft skin and attaching screws
are secure.
Lower Anti-Collision Light
c.
Lower anti-collision beacon -
CONDITION
VIDEO NOTE: Inspect the lower
anti-collision beacon for internal
and external damage, including
evidence of water entry.
Right Intake Lip And Duct
d.
Engine intake/duct - CLEAR
Right Compressor Blades
VIDEO NOTE: Check the engine
intake lip for cracks or other
damage, such as dents or
corrosion. Use your flashlight to
check inside the intake for foreign
objects, damage to the duct
surface, and to the engine
compressor blades.
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