C01 – General External Conditions Pre-described Finding

1) Landing gear door(s) damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions.

Check general condition of the airframe: 2) Obvious lack of lubrication of hinge(s), actuator(s).
• corrosion; 3) Bonding wires broken or missing (outside dispatch limits/conditions).
• cleanliness (related to the ability to inspect the aircraft); 4) Significant corrosion.
• presence of ice, snow, frost; 5) Major corrosion (outside dispatch limits/conditions).
• legibility of markings. 6) Landing gear emergency spring lock(s) broken/unserviceable.
• loose or missing fasteners and rivets; 7) Seepage/leakage outside dispatch limits/conditions.
• presence and condition of the antennas;
• presence and condition of the static dischargers; C07 – Intake and exhaust nozzle (powerplant and pylon)
• condition and functionality of the exterior lights etc.
Check for:
Pre-described Finding • dents and loose/missing fasteners;
1) Markings and/or placards required by the manufacturer not applied or unreadable. • LPT/LPC blades (where visible), obvious damage to sensors;
2) Break-in point markings (if applied) faded or incorrectly marked. • cracks;
3) Paint damage with exposed composite (outside dispatch limits/conditions). • panels are aligned and handles are flushed;
4) Poor condition of de-icing system. • unusual damage and leaks;
5) Safety markings not applied or unreadable. • the condition of the thrust reverser;
6) Significant corrosion. • the condition of the Intake acoustic liners;
7) Major corrosion (outside dispatch limits/conditions). • presence and legibility of the markings and placards.
8) Aircraft lights unserviceable for night operations (outside dispatch limits/conditions). Note: When inspecting markings and placards, inspectors should differentiate between those
9) Fasteners or rivets loose or missing outside dispatch limits/conditions. required by ICAO and those required only by the manufacturer.
10) Static discharger(s) missing or damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions.
11) Antenna(s) missing or damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions. Pre-described Finding
12) Pressure port (and/or RVSM area) damaged or contaminated (outside dispatch 1) Markings and/or placards required by the manufacturer not applied or unreadable.
limits/conditions). 2) Safety markings not applied or unreadable.
13) Tail skid wear outside dispatch limits/conditions. 3) Significant damage in the intake and exhaust area.
14) No intentions to request appropriate de-icing treatment. 4) Damage (dents, nicks, cracks) outside dispatch limits/conditions.
15) No appropriate de/anti- icing treatment with ground icing conditions. 5) Intake acoustic liners damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions.
6) Leakage (oil, fuel, hydraulics) outside dispatch limits/conditions.
C02 – Door and hatches 7) Panels/fairings/cowlings/h andles misaligned or not flush outside dispatch
limits/conditions.
Check for: 8) Screws/rivets loose or missing, outside dispatch limits/conditions.
• presence and condition of bonding wires; 9) Thrust reverser/blocker doors not fully stowed.
• door external markings, operation instructions;
Note: only those doors which can be opened from the outside need external markings. C08 – Fan blades (if applicable)
• condition of doors, hatches and associated seals.
Pre-described Finding
1) Bonding wires broken or missing (outside dispatch limits/conditions). Check for FOD damage, cracks, cuts, corrosion, erosion etc. Check for corrosion, looseness of
2) Door handle(s), lever(s), access panel(s) not flush. blades in hub, stone damage etc. Check the de-ice boots for damage where fitted.
3) Door operation instructions missing or unclear.
4) Cargo door lock inspection glasses blind and no other means to verify locking
position(s). Pre-described Finding
5) Door seal damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions. 1) Fan blade(s) damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions.
6) Door(s) unserviceable outside dispatch limits/conditions. 2) Propeller de-icing system unserviceable (outside dispatch limits/conditions).
3) Propeller(s) damaged outside dispatch limits/conditions.
C03 – Wings, Flight controls, and Tail

C09 – Propellers or rotors (if applicable)

• Check external Flight Controls. Check for hydraulic leakage. Check presence and condition of
the static dischargers. Check presence and condition of bonding wires. C10 – Obvious repairs

Pre-described Finding Check for repairs of unusual design or poorly performed.

1) Bonding wires broken or missing (outside dispatch limits/conditions). Note: There is no obligation to keep information on board regarding temporary repairs (e.g. on
2) Hydraulic leak outside limits. the dent & buckle chart). The flight crew might not be aware of the status of temporary repairs as
it could be under the control of the maintenance organisation.

3) Static dischargers missing (outside dispatch limits/conditions).

Pre-described Finding
4) Flight controls unserviceable.
1) Previous repair in poor condition.
5) Fasteners or rivets loose or missing outside dispatch limits/conditions.
2) Repairs obviously not carried out in accordance with the applicable AMM/SRM.
C04 – Wheels, brakes and tires
C11 – Obvious unrepaired damage

Inspect wheels and tyres for damage and wear. When possible, check for correct tyre pressure.
• Check the condition of the braking system. Check for un-assessed and un-recorded damage including corrosion, lightning strike damage, bird
• Check the condition of the landing gear snubbers. strikes etc. . Check that any damage is observed, assessed, and possibly recorded on a damage
Note: some aircraft manufacturers may approve a certain amount of flights with tires or brakes chart/buckle & dent chart.
worn out or damaged beyond AMM limits.

Pre-described Finding Pre-described Finding

1) Brake wear indicator pin(s) missing (at least one pin remaining). 1) Structural damage affecting the airworthiness of the aircraft.
2) Tyre inflation valve(s) cap missing.
3) Brake assembly bleed valve dust cap(s) missing. C12 – Leakage
4) Brake(s) unserviceable and not recorded.
5) Damaged or missing parts outside limits (i.e. bolts, heat sensors).
6) Leaking hydraulic braking system (outside dispatch limits/conditions).
7) Nose landing gear wheel snubbers worn outside dispatch limits/conditions. Check for fuel leaks, hydraulic leaks and (if applicable) toilet liquid leaks (blue ice). Note:
8) Tyre pressure obviously outside dispatch limits/conditions. Leakages identified when inspecting C03, C04, C05, C06 and C07 should be reported as findings
9) Tyre(s) unserviceable (worn or damaged) and not recorded. under those inspection items.
10) Rim damaged outside of dispatch limits/conditions.
Pre-described Finding
C05 – Undercarriage, skids/floats
1) Leakage outside dispatch limits/conditions.
2) Servicing doors/panels, drains blocked by ice or other debris.
• Check presence and condition of the water/debris deflectors (if required to be installed). Check
skids/floats for obvious damages.
• Check for presence and legibility of inspection markings/placards.
Note: When inspecting markings and placards, inspectors should differentiate between those
required by ICAO and those required only by the manufacturer. Check for condition, lubrication,
corrosion, leaks, damage and inappropriate strut extension.

Pre-described Finding
1) Markings and/or placards required by the manufacturer not applied or unreadable.
2) Safety lock pin(s) missing or defective.
3) Gear strut valve cap(s) missing.
4) Water/debris deflectors damaged or missing outside dispatch limits/conditions.
5) Lines, hoses electrical wiring chafed.
6) Safety markings not applied or unreadable.
7) Significant corrosion.
8) Major corrosion (outside dispatch limits/conditions).
9) Seepage/leakage outside dispatch limits/conditions.
10) Strut pressure outside dispatch limit/conditions.

C06 – Wheel well

• Check for lubrication, leakage & corrosion.

• Check for lubrication, leakage & corrosion and wear on door fittings and hinges.
• Check for presence and condition of bonding wires.
• Check for cleanliness and damage.