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INSTRUCTIONS:
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1. Answer the applicable questions below.
2. Add photos and notes by clicking on the paperclip icon.
3. To add a Corrective Measure click on the paperclip icon then "Add Action", provide a description, assign to a member, set priority and due date.
4. Complete audit by providing digital signature.
5. Share your report by exporting as PDF, Word, Excel or Web Link.
Airstrip Inspection
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1.) Airstrip Length - Measure and record the length of the airstrip
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a) Does it match what is on the airstrip chart?
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2.) Width - Measure and record the airstrip rollable width AND wingtip clearance
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a) Does the rollable width match the airstrip directory?
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b) Does the rollable width AND wingtip clearance allow for a 10' excursion for the largest aircraft using the airstrip?
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c) Does the rollable width AND wingtip clearance allow for a 20' excursion for the largest aircraft using the airstrip?
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d) When any aircraft is placed on the edge of the rollable surface, are all obstructions still clear of wingtip?
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3.) Altitude - Record the airstrip elevation
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a) Does it match the elevation on the airstrip chart?
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4.) Slope – Measure the slopes (average, changes, side, bounders)
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a) Do they match the slopes recorded on the airstrip chart?
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b) Is the slope in first 300' less than 15%? c) Are all the bounders less than a rise of 5" in 50'?
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d) Are all the bounders less than a rise of 10" in 50'?
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e) Is the rate of slope change in the first 500' less than 1.5% per 100 feet?
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f) Is the rate of slope change in the first 500' less than 2.5% per 100 feet?
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g) Is the side slope less than 2%? h) Is the side slope less than 4%?
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5.) Surface - Record the surface type (gravel, grass, asphalt, etc.)
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a) Is the grass cut well enough?
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b) Is the airstrip firm with no areas of recent construction/repairs that could leave soft spots?
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c) Is the surface level with no Ruts/holes on the rollable surface?
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d) Have all areas with an increased risk of softness been properly tested?
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6.) Obstructions
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a) Are all obstructions on approach/landing listed on the chart?
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b.1) Measure and record the angle in degrees to top of highest obstacle on departure from 75% point:
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b.2) If 1.5° or more, is it marked on the airstrip chart?
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c.1) Measure and record the angle in degrees to top of highest obstacle on approach from the TDP:
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c.2) Is the TDP on the chart being used by the pilots?
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d) If pilots land farther down the strip than they used to, describe the cause:
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7.) Sides of airstrip
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a) Are the sides clearly defined?
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b) Would rolling off the sides result in less than substantial damage?
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c) Do the wings clear vegetation/obstructions when the wheels are on the edge of strip?
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8.) Ends of airstrip
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a) Are the ends clearly visible on approach?
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b) Would running off the end on landing rollout result in less than substantial damage?
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9.) Turn around and parking area
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a) Is there adequate room to turn around?
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b) Is there adequate wing clearance?
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c) Is the parking area firm with no recent construction/repairs that could leave soft spots?
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10.) Markers and windsocks
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a) Are all 50% and 75% (90%) markers in place and easily visible?
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b) Are windsocks visible in the pattern, on approach and takeoff?
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c) Is the current windsock location and quantity sufficient?
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d) Is the sock complete, not torn?
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e) Does the sock rotate freely?
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f) Is the pole rigid enough to withstand wind without bending?
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g) Do you know the wind speed rating of the sock?
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h) Is the wind speed rating noted on the chart or all socks on program the same?
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11.) Incursions
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a) Has this airstrip been incursion free the past year? Note type of incursions: (Animals? People? Vehicles?)
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b) Are there any controls in place to mitigate incursions?
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12.) Airstrip chart
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a) Is the landing abort point marked on the chart? (Class II and III)
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b) Has an IP or CP confirmed the validity of the landing abort point?
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Date
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c) Does the chart clearly state or depict approved takeoff/landing directions?
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d) Are environmental conditions when takeoff restrictions were established available to the pilot?
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e) Are unusual or critical approach and departure paths depicted?
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f) Is the chart up to date?
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g) Is the latest copy of the chart in all airplanes?
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h) Has a copy been sent to the Safety Department?
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13.) Drum storage
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a) If Drums are stored outside are they in a shaded area?
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b) If Drums are stored outside are they on their side?
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c) If Drums are stored outside are they off the ground?
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d) Are other liquids stored separately from the AVTUR/AVGAS?
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e) Are drums and other containers clearly marked and separate?
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14.) Turbine fuel
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a) Is Biobor or Kathon used in every drum? (SMP-06)
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b) Do the drums have a date when they were filled?
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c) Have all drums of turbine fuel been stored less than 2 years?
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d) Is rolling of drums minimized, and are they checked for contaminants and allowed to settle before draining?
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15.) AVGAS
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a) Do the drums have a date when they were filled?
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b) Have all drums of Avgas been stored less than 2 years?
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16.) Fueling/defueling equipment
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a) Is bonding wire used to fuel and defuel?
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b) If plastic containers are used are they wet or is a hygrometer used to confirm 90% humidity?
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c) If use Mr. Funnel, is the nozzle full length? (not cut off - a risk only for plastic)
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d) Is there defueling procedures in place, i.e. hose available, helpers know how to fill hose, insert hose into fuel in container to reduce static electricity, bond aircraft to container, etc.?
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e) Is all fueling equipment dry, with no evidence of leaks?
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f) Is fuel transferred without siphoning fuel by mouth?
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17.) Security
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a) Are controls in place to prevent unauthorized people from gaining access to the fuel?
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b) Are drum openings marked/sealed to show if someone tampered with them?
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