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3. Normal Procedures
Post Flight Inspection

Post Flight Inspection

Andi Lamprecht Andi Lamprecht ·· 2 min read· Draft

Once the Aircraft Shutdown procedure has been completed, the post-flight inspection shall be completed. In the post-flight inspection, the items required to check include the parachute tether line, landing force error, winch line/spool, winch connector and cable(s), propeller leading edges, and energy storage devices.

If a MAVLink message appears due to an excessive landing force, the RPIC shall submit a maintenance ticket for a detailed inspection to be conducted.

WARNING: In the event of an Excessive Force notification, maintenance is required. Please refer to the PRISM V2.3 UMM for required inspections and procedures.

Following the post-flight inspection, crews are authorized to conduct the energy storage device hot swap procedure with the AMC control system when required.

A list of steps to perform and their order is provided below.

  1. Parachute Tether Line: Inspect the condition of the parachute tether line. No fraying, fatigue, or slack should be observable. The line should be captured by the push pin located within the tether line channel bridge assembly on top of the aircraft. The line should be located completely within the tether line channel bridge assembly.

  2. Winch: Verify the winch grasper is properly attached within the winch housing.

  3. Winch Health: Inspect the winch light on the physical winch itself to confirm green light.

  4. Winch Line / Spool: Inspect the winch line to verify it is not tangled or birds nesting. No fraying or unraveling of the winch line should be present. All line must be evenly wound in the spool and in good apparent condition. Inspect the winch spool for any signs of damage (cracking, scorching, dents, etc.)

  5. Winch Level Wind: Inspect the winch level wind to ensure it is clear of debris and obstructions.

  6. Winch Connector and Cable: Confirm that the winch connectors (mounting pins to airframe and power harness) are secure. Inspect and verify the power harness has no signs of visible damage.

  7. Propeller Leading Edges: Inspect the leading edges of all propellers. Ensuring no cracks, chips, or warping is present.

  8. Energy Storage Device Temperature: Confirm that the energy storage devices are within the temperature range specified within Section 2 of the UAFM.

  9. Aircraft Disassembly: Proceed to Aircraft Disassembly checklist within the UAFM if no further operations are required with the aircraft in use.

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