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blockages in airspeed sensing lines, foreign objects in engine intake and exhaust
stubs and water contamination of the fuel system.
Left-side wing - III
66 - Flap ....................................................................................... Condition / Play
Also inspect the lower surface, as well as flap fairing, where pebbles (and
even ice in case of slush on the runway) may have accumulated.
67 - Aileron and trim / Spoiler .................. Condition / Free movement / Deflection
NOTE
Ensure there are no foreign objects in the spoiler recess. When ailerons are in
the neutral position, it is normal that spoilers are lightly extended at upper
surface.
68 - Trailing edge static discharger ................... Condition / Number / Attachment
69 - Winglet / nav. lights / strobe / landing light /recognition light / taxi light ...........
Condition
70 - OAT probe ....................................................................................... Condition
71 - Fuel tank cap ........................................................................ Closed / Locked
NOTE
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.
72 - Fuel tank air vent ....................................................................... Unobstructed
NOTE
Air vent is not likely to be obstructed by ice or water, as it is located in a wing
lower surface recess.
73 - Left-side pitot ................................................................................... Condition
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Pilot's Information Manual
Section 4
Normal Procedures
PIM TBM 960 - Edition 0
Rev. 01
Page 4.4.9
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