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AA.II.A.K4cFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

c. How to detect possible defects

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Aircraft preflight inspection, including: c. How to detect possible defects

Bottom line

The AFM/POH or a third party checklist based on the AFM/POH may be used to conduct the visual preflight inspection, and each manufacturer has a specified sequence for conducting the actions. The inspection should start with the cabin door.

Key numbers

Key numbers for c. How to detect possible defects
NumberWhat it means
within 75 feet, for IFR flight, when properly set to the current barometric settingAltimeter check

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 2 (pp. 2-4–2-5) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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