Pilot Operating Handbook
Cavalon
SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
AutoGyro_POH_Cavalon 915iS
Revision 1.0 – Issue Date 08.MAY.2019
4-2
The following checks must be carried out before each flight. However, if the gyroplane is
operated by a single pilot or within an organization where the checks are performed by or
under the supervision of qualified personnel, check list items marked with a preceding ‘
ʘ
’
may be carried out daily, before the first flight of the day.
Before exterior check
ʘ
Fuel tank drain(s)................................................................................... Sample
ʘ
Snow/ ice (if any) ................................................................................ Removed
Documents ............................................................................... Check complete
Exterior check
Station 1
(engine, RH side)
Open upper engine cowling
ʘ
Before turning prop: LANE switches ................................................ Check OFF
ʘ
Engine oil level ........................................................................................ Check
ʘ
Dip stick and oil cap............................................................ Installed and secure
ʘ
Coolant level..........................................................Check level and cap security
Oil cooler and hoses.............................................. Clean, no leaks, fittings tight
Exhaust system ..................................................................................No cracks
Lower engine cowling ............................. Properly installed, all fasteners locked
External generator ............................................Secure, V-belt in good condition
General inspection of engine bay interior ......................... All equipment secure
Station 2
(stabilizer)
ʘ
Stabilizer general condition...................................................................... Check
Stabilizer attachment ............................................................................... Check
Rudder control cable linkage ................................................................... Check
Upper rudder bearing................................................ Secure, no excessive play
Rotor blades condition and cleanliness.................................................... Check
Blade tips .................................................................................................. Tight
Aft keel tube protection pad ..................................................No excessive wear
