Game Composites GB1 GameBird User manual

Maintenance Manual GB1 GameBird
Cover
This handbook includes the Maintenance Information and Illustrated Parts Catalog
for the GB1 GameBird required to be available by 14 CFR and CS-23.
Document No. AMM-GB1-0000-00-02
Issued to airplane S/N ________
Issued by Type Certificate Holder:
Game Composites LLC
3201 SW I Street, Bentonville, 72712 Arkansas, USA
FAA TCDS A00073CE
EASA TCDS A.610
www.gamecomposites.com

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List of Revisions
Revision
Changes
Date
A01
First Issue
March 22, 2019
A02
5-09 amended
31-9, additional Accelerometer type
40-12, GMU location
40-17, additional service step (Fire Sleeve)
51-13 Material Details added
April 24, 2020
Obtaining Revisions
Latest Revisions of Airplane Flight Manual & Supplements, Airplane Maintenance Manual and Service Bulletins
are available on the Game Composites website: www.gamecomposites.com.

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Tableof Contents
List of Revisions ...............................................................................................................................................ii
Obtaining Revisions .........................................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents ...........................................................................................................................................iii
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................iv
Definition of Warnings, Cautions and Notes ...................................................................................................v
Units and Conversions.....................................................................................................................................v
Glossary of Terms, Abbreviations and Symbols..............................................................................................vi
Description................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Airworthiness Limitations............................................................................................................ 4-1
Time Limits, Access, Maintenance Checks................................................................................... 5-1
Dimensions and Rigging Information........................................................................................... 6-1
Lifting and Supporting ................................................................................................................. 7-1
Levelling and Weighing................................................................................................................ 8-1
Moving and Towing ..................................................................................................................... 9-1
Parking, Mooring, Storage & Return to Service......................................................................... 10-1
Placards...................................................................................................................................... 11-1
Tools, Servicing, Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 12-1
Standard Practices and Shipping ............................................................................................... 20-1
Air Conditioning ......................................................................................................................... 21-1
Autopilot.................................................................................................................................... 22-1
Communication ......................................................................................................................... 23-1
Electric Power including Switches & Breakers........................................................................... 24-1
Equipment and Furnishings ....................................................................................................... 25-1
Flight Controls............................................................................................................................ 27-1
Fuel System................................................................................................................................ 28-1
Mechanical Flight Instruments & pitot-static system................................................................ 31-1
Landing Gear including Wheels and Brakes............................................................................... 32-1
Lights.......................................................................................................................................... 33-1
Navigation.................................................................................................................................. 34-1
Instrument Panels...................................................................................................................... 39-1
Avionics...................................................................................................................................... 40-1
Ballast ........................................................................................................................................ 41-1
Baggage Compartment .............................................................................................................. 42-1
Structure Repair Manual............................................................................................................ 51-1
Canopy and Windshield............................................................................................................. 52-1
Fuselage..................................................................................................................................... 53-1
Stabilizers................................................................................................................................... 55-1
Wings ......................................................................................................................................... 57-1
Propeller, Governor and Spinner............................................................................................... 60-1
Engine Mount and Cowling........................................................................................................ 71-1
Engine and Propeller Control..................................................................................................... 73-1
Engine Indicating System........................................................................................................... 77-1
Exhaust ...................................................................................................................................... 78-1
Engine Oil System ...................................................................................................................... 79-1
Smoke System............................................................................................................................ 85-1

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Introduction
According to 14 CFR, this Maintenance Manual provides maintenance staff required information for the
servicing, maintenance and repair of the GB1 GameBird. It includes: a detailed description of all systems
including time limits for components, troubleshooting guidance; removal & installation procedures; inspection
and maintenance instructions as well as repair instructions.
This manual is arranged into chapters which are numbered in accordance with ATA100.
For information about a specific system, review the table of contents above to find the relevant chapter
number then, where necessary, the first page of each chapter shows a detailed table of contents for that
chapter.
In addition to this AMM and any related service bulletins, refer to the following equipment manuals:
Document for
Document Name
Document Number
Source
Airplane
Airplane Flight Manual
AFM-GB1-0000-00-02
www.gamecomposites.com
Standard
Practices
Acceptable Methods, Techniques
and Practices –Aircraft Inspection
and Repair
FAA Advisory Circular
AC No: 43.13-1B
www.faa.gov
Engine
Maintenance and Overhaul
Manual
LMO-AEIO-580
www.lycoming.com
Propeller
Operation and Installation Manual
E-124
www.mt-propeller.com
Governor
Operation and Installation Manual
E-1048
www.mt-propeller.com
Magnetos
4300/6300 Series Magneto
Maintenance & Overhaul Manual
L-1363F
www.unisonpubs.com
Magneto
booster
Installation Instructions for
SlickSTART magneto booster
SL2-96
http://championaerospace.com
Alternator
Technical Manual for Model No.
BC410-H Spline-Drive Alternator
BC410-H_Install
(05/03/16)
http://www.bandc.aero
Battery
Odyssey Battery Technical Manual
US-ODY-TM-002 –
December 2014
www.odysseybattery.com
Regulator
Technical Manual for model No.
LR3C-14 Linear Regulator
LR3C_Install, Rev.
B(3/15/16)
http://www.bandc.aero
MFD 1&2
G3X Touch Installation Manual
190-01115-01_AE
www.garmin.com
Navigation database update
downloads
-
https://fly.garmin.com/fly-
garmin/
VHF GTR225A
GTR225A TSO Installation Manual
190-01182-02_g
www.garmin.com
AFM-GB1 Supplement VHF
GTR225A
-
www.gamecomposites.com
XPDR GTX345
GTX345 Installation Manual
190-01499-02_07
www.garmin.com
AFM-GB1 Supplement XPDR
GTX345
-
www.gamecomposites.com
Wheels and
Brakes
Instructions for continued
airworthiness
13046-11
www.groveaircraft.com
Adhesive
Nutplates
CBPS-206 Process Specification
Adhesive bonding of Nutplates
CBPS-206 Rev. E
http://www.clickbond.com
Seat belts
Instruct. for Cont. Airworthiness
ICA, Initial revision
www.hookerharness.com
All the documents listed above can also be found on https://gamecomposites.com/support/
NOTE: Only qualified and authorized personnel must carry out maintenance work and inspections
(subject to local regulations)
1. Before starting work, this maintenance manual and any relevant referenced documents
must be read and understood.
2. The maintenance must be conducted in accordance with applicable national requirements.
3. The warnings, cautions and notes given in this manual must be followed.

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Definition of Warnings, Cautions and Notes
The following definitions apply:
WARNING An operating procedure, inspection, repair or maintenance practice, which if not correctly
followed, could result in personal injury, or loss of life.
CAUTION An operating procedure, inspection, repair or maintenance practice, which, if not strictly
observed, could result in damage or destruction of equipment.
NOTE An operating procedure, inspection, repair or maintenance condition, etc., which is
deemed essential to highlight.
Units and Conversions
Property
Conversions
Length
1 inch = 25.4 mm
1 foot = 0.305 meters = 305 mm
1 meter = 39.4 inches
Volume
1 USG = 3.8 liters =0.83 imperial gallons
1 US quart = 0.95 liters
1 liter = 61 cubic inches
Weight
1 lb. = 0.454 kg
Speed
1 knot = 1.15 mph = 1.85 km/h
Pressure
1 bar = 14.5 psi
Torque
1 Nm = 0.738 ft. lb. = 8.85 in/lb.
Temperature
°F = °C x 1.8 + 32
°C = (°F - 32) / 1.8
•1 USG of 100LL fuel weighs 6.0 lb.
•1 liter of 100LL fuel weighs 0.72 kg

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GlossaryofTerms,AbbreviationsandSymbols
ACL
Anti-Collision Lights
AD
Airworthiness Directive
AFM
Airplane Flight Manual
ADS-B
Automatic Dependant Surveillance -
Broadcast
AHRS
Attitude Heading and Reference System
ADHRS
Air Data and Attitude Heading and Reference
System
ALT
Alternator
AMM
Aircraft Maintenance Manual
BAT
Battery
oC
Degrees Celsius
CAS
Crew Alert System
CAS
Calibrated Airspeed
CG
Centre of Gravity
CHT
Cylinder Head Temperature
CNS
Communication, Navigation, Surveillance
CO
Carbon monoxide
conn
Connections
dB(A)
A-weighted decibels
DC
Direct Current
EASA
European Aviation Safety Administration
EDC
Engine Data Converter
EGT
Exhaust Gas Temperature
ELT
Emergency Locator Transmitter
oF
Degrees Fahrenheit
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
FAR
Federal Aviation Regulations
G
Vertical acceleration
GDU
Garmin Display Unit
GPS
Global Positioning System
hp
Horsepower
HSI
Horizontal Situation Indicator
IAS
Indicated Airspeed
ICAO
International Civil Aviation Organization
ISA
International Standard Atmosphere
kg
Kilogrammes
kW
Kilowatt
l
Liter (0.26 gal)
LE
Leading Edge
lb
Pounds
m
Metres
MAC
Mean Aerodynamic Chord
MFD
Multi-Function Display
mm
Millimetres
MP
Manifold Pressure
MTOW
Maximum take-off weight
NDB
Non-Directional Beacon
OAT
Outside Air Temperature
PIC
Pilot In Command
psi
Pounds per square inch
Qty
Quantity
rpm
Revolutions per minute
SD
Secure Digital (Data Cards)
SN
Serial Number
Gal
US Gallon (3.8 litres)
TAS
True Airspeed
TCDS
Type Certificate Data Sheet
TE
Trailing Edge
TOW
Take Off Weight
VFR
Visual Flight Rules
VHF
Very High Frequency radio
VNE
Never exceed speed
VNO
Maximum structural cruising speed
VS
Stall speed
VO
Maximum operating manoeuvring speed
VOR
Very High Frequency Omni-Directional Range
Vx
IAS for best angle of climb
Vy
IAS for best rate of climb
WAAS
Wide Area Augmentation System
XPDR
Transponder

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Description
01-01 Certification Category..................................................................................................................... 1-2
01-02 Manufacturer.................................................................................................................................. 1-2
01-03 Overview Drawing .......................................................................................................................... 1-3
01-04 Description...................................................................................................................................... 1-4
01-05 Equipment List ................................................................................................................................ 1-5

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CertificationCategory
The GB1 is a two-seat, high performance airplane certified in the aerobatic category in accordance with
FAR 23, Amendment 64 and CS-23, Amendment 1.
FAA TCDS A00073CE and EASA TCDS A.610.
Certification is for day, VFR, non-icing conditions.
Maintenance, repairs and changes must be done in accordance with local regulations for certified airplanes.
Manufacturer
Game Composites LLC
3201 SW I Street
Bentonville, 72712 Arkansas, USA
www.gamecomposites.com

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Overview Drawing

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Description
The GB1 is a conventional low wing monoplane with one front mounted reciprocating engine,
driving a constant speed propeller.
The cockpit features two seats in tandem arrangement, with the PIC in the rear.
The landing gear is a fixed conventional tail-wheel arrangement.
The airframe (fuselage, wings, stabilizers and control surfaces) is constructed from wet lay-up composites of
carbon fibers and epoxy resin with foam or honeycomb sandwich materials.
The fuselage is a monocoque composite structure with vertical stabilizer and bonded in horizontal stabilizer.
The rear fuselage incorporates a chamber for removable ballast.
The seats are integrated fuselage structure composite components.
Seat cushions are part of the occupant protection system and may not be altered or changed.
The canopy consists of a fixed windshield and the main canopy, which is opening to the right-hand side.
The wing is divided into right and left halves, detachable sideways for shipping.
The wings have integral fuel tanks.
The Acrotank is a carbon fiber composite assembly, mounted in a carbon fiber composite enclosure.
Mechanical systems include engine mounting; flight control systems (control sticks, rudder pedals; bellcranks);
engine mount, landing gear, and the engine intake and exhaust pipes. These are mostly welded steel except
for the main aileron and elevator rods which are carbon fiber composites.

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EquipmentList
The GB1 is certified to operate in day VFR only, for which the following systems and items of equipment must
be installed and operational to perform their intended function:
Standard /
Optional /
Not available
Rear
Panel
Front
Panel
Communication
VHF transceiver, intercom
O
O
N/A
Electrical Power
Battery
S
Alternator
S
Regulator
S
External Power Socket
O
USB 12V Power supply
O
O
O
Flight Control System
Elevator and aileron trim
S
Fuel
Boost pump
S
Light
Wingtip position/ strobe lights
S
Landing / Recognition Lights
O
Navigation
Compass
S
S
N/A
Transponder
O1
O1
N/A
Cockpit equipment
Airspeed Indicator
S
S
O
Altimeter
S
S
O
Accelerometer
S
S
N/A
Annunciator Lights Panel
S
S
N/A
Garmin G3X multi-functional displays showing all functions
required by the regulations, plus several others: RPM, Man.
P, Oil P, Oil T, Fuel P, Fuel quantity (3 tanks) Voltage,
Amperes, CHT (6x), EGT (6x), Fuel Flow, Accelerometer,
Clock, CO-Monitor. ATA chapters for these functions are
not individually listed.
S
S
O
Flight Crew Equipment
Parachute
O2
O2
O2
Headset / Helmet
O3
O3
O3
Seatbelt system
S
S
S
Safety Equipment
ELT
O
O
O
Fire Extinguisher
S
S
N/A
1 - check local regulations for required specification
2 - recommended for aerobatics, check local regulations
3 - recommended, and required for use of VHF, if installed
Notused
Notused

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Airworthiness Limitations
4-01 General ........................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4-02 Operating Time ............................................................................................................................... 4-2
4-03 Life Limited Parts ............................................................................................................................ 4-2
4-04 Structure Temperature Limitation.................................................................................................. 4-2

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General
This Airworthiness Limitations Section is EASA approved. It specifies inspection and maintenance required
according to CS-23 Appendix G, 23.4 unless an alternative program has been EASA approved.
This Airworthiness Limitations Section is FAA approved and specifies maintenance required under 14 CFR §§
43.16 and 91.403 of the Federal Aviation Regulations unless an alternative program has been FAA approved.
This section outlines the maximum replacement and inspection intervals for aircraft components, systems,
and structures which require monitoring through scheduled maintenance.
The airplane’s operator is responsible to ensure limitations listed in this chapter are not exceeded.
OperatingTime
The replacement of all affected components is required when a limit operating time is reached. Only the
composite airframe components listed in section 4-03 below are subject to operating time limitations.
Recommended replacement times for other components are provided in section 5-03.
Life LimitedParts
Replacement of the life limited components listed below must be accomplished not later than the specified
period of operation for that component or in accordance with the manufacturer’s service data or
airworthiness directives.
Life Limit of the composite airframe is 6000 hours.
An extension of these lifetimes may become possible, pending further experience.
Necessary inspections will be published in later revisions of this manual.
StructureTemperature Limitation
The structure is qualified up to 72°C / 161°F.
Structure temperature is displayed on MFD1 when powered-up.
Flying with structure temperature above 72°C / 161°F is prohibited.
Should the structure temperature indicating system be inoperable, the airplane may still be flown if:
- ambient temperature is less than 30OC (86OF), or
- if the ambient temperature is greater than 30OC (86OF),
the airplane must be parked out of direct sunlight for at least one hour before flight.

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TimeLimits,Access,MaintenanceChecks
General ........................................................................................................................................ 5-2
Time Limits................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Recommended Replacement Times ............................................................................................ 5-2
Introduction................................................................................................................................. 5-3
Access .......................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Component Inspections............................................................................................................... 5-5
25-Hour Inspection Checklist....................................................................................................... 5-7
50-Hour Inspection Checklist....................................................................................................... 5-8
100-Hour Inspection Checklist................................................................................................... 5-13
1000-Hour Inspection Checklist................................................................................................. 5-14
Inspection Log............................................................................................................................ 5-15
In-flight Overload....................................................................................................................... 5-16
Impacts, Flight or Ground including Bird Strike ......................................................................... 5-16
Hail Damage............................................................................................................................... 5-16
Hard Landing.............................................................................................................................. 5-16
Propeller Strike .......................................................................................................................... 5-16
Engine Bay Fire .......................................................................................................................... 5-17
Lightning Strike .......................................................................................................................... 5-17

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General
This section provides information about time limits and maintenance procedures. It enables licensed personnel
to carry out correct inspections on the airplane. The described periodic inspections are minimum requirements
for maintaining the airplane in an airworthy condition. If the operation of the airplane requires more frequent
maintenance, the time periods may be shortened. The check intervals must not be exceeded without explicit
permission of the regulatory authority. Additional checks as well as changes must always be agreed by the
regulatory authority.
To maintain the vendor equipment, the vendor equipment manufacturer’s manuals must be referred to.
To help maintenance staff, most of the applicable instructions are given in the following check-lists.
The most recent edition of the equipment’s inspection manual given by the equipment manufacturer is valid.
It is recommended to check for the latest revision of each referenced document before conducting
maintenance.
Additional information may be given by Game Composites through service bulletins and service letters on the
company web site and by circulation to known operators. The operator must ensure that all airworthiness
directives, service bulletins and any other requirements of the airworthiness authority are completed as
required.
Time Limits
All scheduled maintenance checks must be done within the time limits specified in this manual.
All components not listed in the table below must be inspected as detailed in flight-hours-based checks listed
in this manual, then repaired, overhauled or replaced if required.
Item
TBO
Engine and
accessories
Overhaul after 1400 hrs of operation.
Also refer to Lycoming “SI 1009”, see www.Lycoming.com
Magnetos
Overhaul after 500 flight hours of operation and with engine.
Refer to Unison Industries Magneto Maintenance and Overhaul Manual.
L-1363D, see www.unisonpubs.com
Alternator
Replacement after 1700 hours of operation.
Refer to section 24-04 Alternator
Propeller
Overhaul after 6 years or 2400 flight hours.
When used for unlimited aerobatic or air display, further disassembly
inspection every 800 flight hours is mandatory (refer to MT-propeller
Service Bulletin 1 and its supplement, see www.mt-propeller.com
Governor
Overhaul after 6 years
Recommended Replacement Times
The following list indicates replacement times for other items which are to be replaced other than on
Condition. It may be modified by a competent national authority.
Item
Replacement Time
Seat belts
10 years, or service life limit
determined by local aviation authority
Hardware, Fasteners
Subject to condition inspection,
unless specified otherwise
Self-locking nuts, all types
Cotter pins
After being removed
Mounting fasteners for rear instrument panel
Subject to condition inspection

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Introduction
An airworthiness authority may issue Airworthiness Directives, requiring inspections additional to those
defined in this manual.
The operator is responsible for compliance with all applicable ADs and periodic inspections.
Pilots operating the airplane should refer to the regulations of the country of registration for information
concerning what maintenance may be performed by pilots. Subject to local regulations, all other maintenance
on the airplane must be conducted by persons authorized and approved by the Airworthiness Authority of the
country of registry.
All maintenance must be conducted in compliance with this manual.
The scheduled maintenance checks at 25, 50, 100- and 1.000-hours intervals are mandatory.
It is recommended to consider, based on condition of the airplane as well as the operating conditions,
shortening service and maintenance intervals when operating under abnormal conditions, such as:
• Extreme temperature ranges
• Dusty atmospheric conditions
• High humidity and moisture
• Rough runways
•Any other unusual operating requirements
All items must be conducted by persons authorized and approved by the Airworthiness Authority of the
country of registry.

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Access
For inspection, the following panels may be removed or opened as appropriate. Items that have their own
chapter in this Manual (for example cowling) are not listed here. The inspection checklists assume that this has
been done and does not repeat the instruction to remove and reinstall these panels.
No.
Panel
Mounting Hardware
provides access to:
1
Firewall Belly Panel, fwd
bottom fuselage
8 x AN525-832R9
Fuel selector valve, pump Acrotank parts (flop
tube & strainer)
2
Foot rest panels (right and
left)
1 x AN525-832R9
Battery & regulator (left) Smoke pump (right)
Engine mount, lower attachment points
NOTE: Panels will only fit if main bolt handles
are in correct position, located in recess.
3
Side panels (right and left,
front and back seat)
3 x AN525-832R9 each
Engine controls (left, front & rear), Electrical
parts (rear, left & right)
Wing main pins (front, left & right)
4
Baggage bay floor panel
4 x AN525-832R9
Aft fuselage inside, Static Port connections,
Magnetometer
5
Under-wing panels (LH & RH)
3 x AN525-832R9 each
Aileron bellcranks
6
Front seat (and seat
cushion), front cockpit
4 x AN525-832R9
Rudder & elevator control systems, Inside rear
center console (fuel selector, VHF and XPDR),
Electrical power distribution blocks & ground
bus, pitot-static system
7
Rear seat (and seat cushion),
rear cockpit
4 x AN525-832R9
Rudder & elevator control systems
Philips 2 screwdriver is required.
Vulcan Fiber washers under heads of AN525 screws, to be replaced on condition:
Part Number 10038970
Manufacturer: Menzel & Seyfried GmbH
Olchinger Strasse 60
82194 Groebenzell, Germany
www.gummi-menzel.de

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Component Inspections
No.
Items
Inspection Type
Inspection points
Inspection Criteria
Criteria for replacement
1
Standard Fasteners
visual
Surface, Coating
worn, chafed
visible dents, permanent deformation
Thread
clean
abrasion beyond chafing of coating, damaged thread
Head
Tool fit
permanent deformation, beyond chafing
2
Click-Bonds (self-locking
adhesive-bonded Nutplates)
function
retaining function
no discernible difference to other
self-locking Nutplates
discernible reduction of self-locking function
attachment
Nutplates must not spin when screw
is inserted or removed
when loose, replace
3
Spherical Bearings
visual
location
when relevant control is moved,
check if cage is moving in seat
when loose in seat, remove, clean both surfaces, and
bond back in, using CB200 glue
play
play in any direction must not
exceed 0.5 mm
if max. allowable play is exceeded
4
Ball Bearings
function
contamination, damage of
components
quiet, smooth motion
unusual noise, irregular motion
visual
surface quality
check for corrosion, obvious damage
corrosion or damage causes unusual noises or irregular
damage, or detachment from seat
5
Welded steel components
visual
surface quality
intact surfaces
visible surface deterioration and/or corrosion, visible
cracks or permanent deformation in parts or welds
6
Machined parts (Aluminum,
Steel, Stainless Steel, Nylon)
visual
surface quality
intact surfaces
visible cracks or permanent deformation, elongation or
wear in bearing seats or holes resulting in discernible play
7
Main and auxiliary spar bolts
visual
surface quality
intact surfaces
visible wear or cracks
8
Rudder pedal rails
visual
surface quality
no corrosion, smooth surfaces
corrosion, dents, cracks, permanent deformation
9
Rudder pedal rollers
visual
surface quality
no corrosion, smooth surfaces
unusual noise, irregular motion
function
operation
quiet, smooth motion
unusual noise, irregular motion
10
Control grips, engine and flight
controls
visual
structure
no cracks along the grain
propagating cracks
11
Canopy glass
visual
surface quality
optical quality
affection of pilot's view
damages, cracks
crack propagation
Cracks shorter than 50 mm / 2'' can be stopped by drilling
a 3 mm / 1/8'' hole at the end of the crack. Cracks longer
than 50 mm / 2'': glass must be replaced

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No.
Items
Inspection Type
Inspection points
Inspection Criteria
Criteria for replacement
12
Canopy retaining strap
visual
surface and weave
fraying, bleaching from UV, wear of
attachment area
visible frays, visible bleaching / brittleness, wear /
elongation around attachment
13
Control bump stops
visual
shape and surface
intact surfaces, no cracks
cracked surfaces
14
Electrical Cables
visual
insulation surface
intact surfaces, no cracks or chafing
damaged, cracked or chafing, compromising insulation
crimped ends
intact strands
broken or frayed strands
15
Cable Connectors
visual
eyes
intact structure
elongated or cracked
crimped ends
tight fit of cable
slippage or cracks
16
Rudder Cables
visual
eyed ends
clean, undamaged
corrosion, damage or visible elongation
cables
straight, intact strands
dents, bends, corrosion, frayed / broken strands
17
Anti-collision and position lights
visual
LED function
functional
more than 2 LEDs per section dysfunctional
18
Fuel Vent- and manifold pressure
sensor lines
visual
surface, material
clear, intact surface, elastic when
compressed with 2 fingers
discoloring, to opaque; brittle, visible cracks
19
Pitot-Static lines
visual
surface, material
clear, intact surface
brittle, visible cracks
20
Engine Shock Mounts
visual
external rubber surfaces
intact, matt surface
surface appearance glossy (sign of permanent
deformation / overheating), cracks
21
Titanium Firewall Panels
visual
general condition
surface quality
cracks around holes, cracks in bends or across surfaces
22
Carbon Fiber Control rods
visual
Surface, general condition
Surface is covered in glass fiber;
damage will show as white/light
marks.
Check for any play in the bearing
seats towards the surrounding
carbon structure.
Visible dents, cracked surface, cracks in structure
Any play of the bearing seat towards the surrounding
carbon structure
23
Engine Control Cables
visual
Surface, general condition
Undamaged surface: no evidence of
overheating, no cracks, no fraying.
No kinks, free, full range motion
Evidence of overheating, mechanical damage, corrosion

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For inspection criteria, refer to 5-06 Component Inspection Table.
For detailed descriptions, refer to the relevant chapters of this Manual.
Depending on country of registration, an appropriate maintenance entry in the aircraft maintenance records
might be required, or the relevant pages of this manual may be printed and signed.
25-Hour Inspection Checklist
NOTE: The 25-hour inspection is not required when the engine is equipped with a spin-on oil filter.
Item
Reference
Initial
Ground run in accordance with AFM section 4.4, 4.6, 4.11,
up to 200F oil Temperature
Remove cowling
71-02
Clean & check oil screen (see Lycoming engine manual www.Lycoming.com)
Reinstall oil screen (see Lycoming engine manual www.Lycoming.com)
Close oil sump drain
12-08
Fill in 10 quarts of oil (for oil types see AFM section 2.9)
12-07
Ground run in accordance with AFM section 4.4, 4.6, 4.11
Visually inspect for oil leaks
Re-install cowling
71-02