Minimum Inspection Programme Aeroplanes

EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes
Annex I to ED 2015/024/R
AMC M.A.302(i)
Aircraft maintenance programme
This AMC contains an acceptable Minimum Inspection Programme for the

following category of ELA1 aircraft not involved in commercial operations:
ELA1 aeroplanes.
The Minimum Inspection Programmes defined in this AMC already comply with
the requirements established in M.A.302(i) and may be used in order to define
the basic information for the maintenance programme as required by
M.A.302(h)2. However, the maintenance programme must be customised as
required by M.A.302(h)3, which may be done by using the standard template
contained in AMC M.A.302(e).
It must be noted that using the 1-month tolerance permitted by M.A.302(i)1 for
the annual inspection may result in an expired ARC.
Minimum Inspection Programme for ELA1 aeroplanes not involved in
commercial operations
To be performed every annual/100 h interval, whichever comes first.
A tolerance of one month or 10 h may be applied. However, the next interval
shall be calculated from the date/hours originally scheduled (without the
tolerance).
Note 1: Use the manufacturers maintenance manual to accomplish each
task/inspection.
Note 2: Proper operation of backup or secondary systems and components
should be included for every instance where a check is performed for improper
installation/operation.
ELA1 aeroplanes not involved in commercial operations

System/component/
area
Task & Inspection detail
GENERAL
General
Remove or open all necessary inspection plates, access doors,

fairings, and cowlings. Clean the aircraft and aircraft engine as
required.
Lubrication/servicing
Lubricate and replenish fluids

manufacturers requirements.
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in
accordance
with
the

Markings
Check that side and under-wing registration markings are

correct. If applicable, check that an exemption for alternate
display is approved. Identification plate for National Aviation
Authority registered aircraft is present. Other identification
markings on fuselage are in accordance with local (national)
rules.
Weighing
Review weighing record to establish accuracy against installed

equipment.
Weigh the aircraft as required by the Part-NCO rules.
AIRFRAME
Fabric and skin
Inspect for deterioration, distortion, other evidence of failure,

and defective or insecure attachment of fittings.
NOTE: When checking composite structures, check for signs of
impact or pressure damage that may indicate underlying
damage.
Fuselage structure
Check frames, formers, tubular structure,

attachments. Inspect for signs of corrosion.
braces,
and
Systems and
components
Inspect for improper installation,

unsatisfactory operation.
defects,
and
Pitot/static system
Inspect for security, damage, cleanliness, and condition. Drain

any water from condensation drains.
General
Inspect for lack of cleanliness and loose equipment that might

foul the controls.
Tow hooks
Inspect for condition of moving parts and wear.
apparent
Check service life.

Carry out operational test.
CABIN AND COCKPIT
Seats, safety belts
and harnesses
Inspect for poor condition and apparent defects.
Windows, canopies
and windshields
Inspect for deterioration and damage, and for function of

emergency jettison.
Check for service life.
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Instrument panel
assemblies
Inspect for poor condition, mounting, marking, and (where

practicable) improper operation.
Check markings of instruments in accordance with the Flight
Manual.
Flight and engine

controls
Inspect for improper installation and improper operation.
Speed/weight/manoe
uvre placard
Check that the placard is correct and legible and accurately

reflects the status of the aircraft.
All systems
Inspect for improper installation, poor general condition,

apparent and obvious defects, and insecurity of attachment.
LANDING GEAR
Shock-absorbing
devices
Inspect for improper fluid level.
All units
Inspect for poor condition and insecurity of attachment.
Retracting and
locking mechanism
Inspect for improper operation.
Linkages, trusses and

members
Inspect for undue or excessive wear fatigue and distortion.
Hydraulic lines
Inspect for leakage.
Inspect for wear and deformation of rubber pads, bungees, and

springs.
Check service life.

Electrical system
Inspect for chafing and improper operation of switches.
Wheels
Inspect for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.
Tyres
Inspect for wear and cuts.
Brakes
Inspect for improper adjustment and wear.

Carry out operational test.
Floats and skis
Inspect for insecure attachment and apparent defects.
WING AND CENTRE SECTION
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All components
Inspect all components of the wing and centre section assembly

for poor general condition, fabric or skin deterioration, distortion,
evidence of failure, insecurity of attachment.
Connections
Inspect main connections (e.g. between wings, fuselage, wing

tips) for proper fit, play within tolerances, wear or corrosion on
bolts and bushings.
FLIGHT CONTROLS
Control circuit/stops
Inspect control rods and cables. Check that the control stops are
secure and make contact.
Control surfaces
Inspect aileron, flap, elevator, air brake and rudder assemblies,

hinges, control connections, springs/bungees, tapes and seals.
Check and record range of movement and cable tensions, if
specified, and check free play.
Trim systems
Inspect trim surfaces, controls, and connections.

Check full range of motion.
EMPENNAGE
All components and
systems
Inspect all components and systems that make up the complete

empennage assembly for poor general condition, fabric or skin
deterioration,
distortion,
evidence
of
failure,
insecure
attachment, improper component installation, and improper
component operation.
AVIONICS AND ELECTRICS

Batteries
Inspect for improper installation, improper charge and spillage

and corrosion.
Radio and electronic

equipment
Inspect for improper installation and insecure mounting.
Wiring and conduits
Inspect for improper routing, insecure mounting, and obvious

defects.
Bonding and
shielding
Inspect for improper installation, poor condition, and chafing and

wear of insulation.
Antennas
Inspect for poor condition, insecure mounting, and improper

operation.
Carry out ground function test.
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POWERPLANT
Engine section
Inspect for visual evidence of excessive oil, fuel or hydraulic

leaks and sources of such leaks.
Studs and nuts
Inspect for looseness, signs of rotation and obvious defects.
Internal engine
Inspect for cylinder compression (record measures for each

cylinder) and for metal particles or foreign matter in oil filter,
screens and sump drain plugs. If there is weak cylinder
compression, inspect for improper internal condition and
improper internal tolerances.
Engine mounts
Inspect for cracks, looseness of mounting, and looseness of the

engine to mount attachment.
Flexible vibration
dampeners
Inspect for poor condition and deterioration.
Engine controls
Inspect for defects, improper travel, and improper safe tying.
Lines, hoses and

clamps
Inspect for leaks, improper condition, and looseness.
Exhaust stacks
Inspect for cracks, defects, and improper attachment.
Turbocharger and
intercooler
Inspect for leaks, improper

connections and fittings.
Liquid cooling
systems
Inspect for leaks and proper fluid level.
Electronic engine
control
Inspect for signs of chafing and proper electronics and sensor

installation.
Accessories
Inspect for apparent defects in security of mounting.
All systems
Inspect for improper installation, poor general condition, defects

and insecure attachment.
Cowling
Inspect for cracks and defects.
condition,
and
looseness
Check cowling flaps.

Cooling baffles and
seals
Inspect for defects, improper attachment, and wear.
Fuel tanks
Inspect for improper installation and connection.
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CLUTCHES AND GEARBOXES
Filters, screens, and
chip detectors
Inspect for metal particles and foreign matter.
Exterior
Inspect for oil leaks.
Output shaft
Inspect for excessive bearing play and condition.
PROPELLER
Propeller assembly
Inspect for cracks, nicks, binds, and oil leakage.
Propeller bolts
Inspect for proper installation, looseness, signs of rotation, and

lack of safe tying.
Propeller control
mechanism
Inspect for improper

restricted travel.
Anti-icing devices
Inspect for improper operation and obvious defects.
operation,
insecure
mounting,
and
MISCELLANEOUS
Ballistic rescue
system
Inspect for proper installation, unbroken activation mechanism,

proper securing while on ground, validity of inspection periods of
pyrotechnic devices, and parachute packing intervals.
Other miscellaneous
items
Inspect installed miscellaneous items that are not otherwise

covered by this listing for improper installation and improper
operation.
OPERATIONAL CHECKS
Power and revolutions
per minute (rpm)
Check that power output, static and idle rpm are within
published limits.
Magnetos
Check for normal function.
Fuel and oil pressure
Check they are within normal values.
Engine temperatures
Check they are within normal values.
Engine
For engines equipped with automated engine control (e.g.

FADEC), perform the published run-up procedure and check for
discrepancies.
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Engine
For dry-sump engines and engines with turbochargers and for

liquid cooled engines, check for signs of disturbed fluid
circulation.
Pitot-static system
Perform operational check.
Transponder
Perform operational check.
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EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes

Aircraft maintenance programme

This AMC contains an acceptable Minimum Inspection Programme for the

ELA1 aeroplanes not involved in commercial operations

Task & Inspection detail

Remove or open all necessary inspection plates, access doors,

Lubricate and replenish fluids

EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes

Check that side and under-wing registration markings are

Review weighing record to establish accuracy against installed

Inspect for deterioration, distortion, other evidence of failure,

Check frames, formers, tubular structure,

Inspect for improper installation,

Inspect for security, damage, cleanliness, and condition. Drain

Inspect for lack of cleanliness and loose equipment that might

Inspect for condition of moving parts and wear.

Check service life.

Inspect for poor condition and apparent defects.

Inspect for deterioration and damage, and for function of

Check for service life.

EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes

Inspect for poor condition, mounting, marking, and (where

Flight and engine

Inspect for improper installation and improper operation.

Check that the placard is correct and legible and accurately

Inspect for improper installation, poor general condition,

Inspect for improper fluid level.

Inspect for poor condition and insecurity of attachment.

Inspect for improper operation.

Linkages, trusses and

Inspect for undue or excessive wear fatigue and distortion.

Inspect for leakage.

Inspect for wear and deformation of rubber pads, bungees, and

Check service life.

Inspect for chafing and improper operation of switches.

Inspect for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.

Inspect for wear and cuts.

Inspect for improper adjustment and wear.

Floats and skis

Inspect for insecure attachment and apparent defects.

WING AND CENTRE SECTION

EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes

Inspect all components of the wing and centre section assembly

Inspect main connections (e.g. between wings, fuselage, wing

Inspect aileron, flap, elevator, air brake and rudder assemblies,

Inspect trim surfaces, controls, and connections.

Inspect all components and systems that make up the complete

AVIONICS AND ELECTRICS

Inspect for improper installation, improper charge and spillage

Radio and electronic

Inspect for improper installation and insecure mounting.

Wiring and conduits

Inspect for improper routing, insecure mounting, and obvious

Inspect for improper installation, poor condition, and chafing and

Inspect for poor condition, insecure mounting, and improper

Carry out ground function test.

EASA Minimum Inspection Programme - Aeroplanes

Inspect for visual evidence of excessive oil, fuel or hydraulic

Studs and nuts