SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
EASA Approved
TBM
700
PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK
Page 4.4.9
Edition 1 -- November 30, 2010
Rev. 0
AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES
PREFLIGHT INSPECTION (Cont’d)
3 -- Trailing edge static discharger
CHECK
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(Condition / Attachment)
4 -- Wing tip / nav. lights /
Strobe / landing light
Condition -- CHECK
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5 -- OAT probe
Condition -- CHECK
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6 -- Fuel tank
CAP CLOSED / LOCKED
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Fuel tank caps must be tight (which is characterized by a
consequent exertion to lock and unlock them) to avoid water
infiltration in case of rain on ground, and to avoid fuel loss in flight.
7 -- Fuel tank air vent
UNOBSTRUCTED -- CHECK
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Air vent is not likely to be obstructed by ice or water, as it is located in
a wing lower surface recess.
8 -- External pitot (IAS)
Condition -- CHECK
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9 -- Internal pitot (V
MO
)
Condition -- CHECK
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10 -- Wing lower surface
CHECK
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-- Check fuel tank access doors for leaks
-- Check for surface damage.
11 -- Wing deicer boots
CHECK
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(Condition / Attachment)
Care must be taken when refuelling the airplane to avoid damaging
the wing deicer boots. A protective apron should be used if
possible.
12 -- Fuel tank drain (two on each wing)
DRAIN
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(Fuel free of water and contamination)
In case of water in fuel system, drain it carefully using the four drain
valves of tank sumps, and the fuel filter drain valve, till every trace of
water or deposit has disappeared.
