• Prop mounted correct way round

• Prop “waggle” sideways to axis

• Twist tips to discover splits or cracks

• Check for any visual signs of damage

• Clearance to frame check

• Check bolt tightness and torque

• Check tips relative to frame for symmetry

Gear box

• Check breather

• Excess noise when running

• Move prop shaft to check bearing play and mounting bolts

• Check for oil leaks around seals

Belt drives

• Check belt tension and condition

• Check for residue (belt debris)

• Pulleys in line and belt running true

• Pulley and bearing play

• Exhaust “waggle” for excessive play (frame contact)

• Exhaust outlet direction (safe)

• Cracks and corrosion (especially nr engine)

• Mounting bolts and anti vibration rubbers condition

• Free movement of joints (graphite lubrication)

• Safety lock wires on

• Clear of fuel and electrical components

• No obvious exhaust gas leaks

• Fuel tank secure, straps & bolts

• Fuel tank condition

• Caps and seals – thread conditions – all tightly closed

• Fuel tank breather system open and functioning

• Replace and Gap Spark Plug

• Fuel lines – condition, routing & security

• Replace all fuel lines

• Replace all fuel filters

• Clean Air filter – in place, clean and security wire attached

• Carb secure, check for induction leaks, return spring, choke lever, cable condition and primer bulb system

• Throttle cable, routing, secure ends, good condition & free movement

• Cruise control off

• Kill switch – wiring & operation

• Ignition/main switch (electric start isolation switch)

• Battery secure and charged

• Battery terminals for corrosion & security

• Earth leads secure & in good condition

• HT lead and coil connections

• Plug cap secure

Manual

• Pull cord condition & routing

• Return spring and ratchet working

• Length of cord

• Pulley system condition & security

Electrical

• Condition of starter ring and starter motor secure

• Return spring working

• Greased

• Electrical connections secure (no chaffing)

• Alignment

• Mountings condition & fastenings

• Leaks – cylinder head & base, main bearing

• Castings for cracks

• Cooling cowlings condition & security

• Clean engine

• Retorque all manufacturer recommended torque points

• Straightness & geometry

• Frame “waggle” listen for clicks (welding cracks)

• Inspect welded joints

• Netting tension & security

• Specially around the engine mounts

• All fastenings

• Frame segments fitting correctly

• Hang points and attachments

• General condition of webbing & stitching

• Buckles clean and working correctly

• Symmetry in general fitting

• Mountings

• Mallions tight and locked off

• Adjustment mechanisms

• Karabiner width approx 42cm

• Speed bar/stirrup mechanism inc. stowing

• Pockets secure

• Reserve mounted correctly, reserve handles release ok

• D Shackles, check bolts for wear

• Karabiners clean in good condition, locking system working, back up system (if fitted) and gates facing inwards

• Speed system fitted correctly for pilot & wing

• Pulleys running free

• Lines and attachments in good condition

• Karabiners to harness/webbing wear (no metal to metal contact