Resources

Resources for aircraft preflight inspections

Curated preflight guides, official manufacturer documents, videos, and checklists organized by aircraft make and model.
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General Preflight Resources

Preflight after Maintenance

This Rotorcraft Collective video explains why preflight inspections after maintenance require extra care. It highlights common post maintenance issues and recommended practices to catch them early.

Beyond the Preflight

FAA Safety Team (FAAST) presentation on preflight techniques from an aircraft mechanic’s perspective, including applying pressure to controls, inspecting fuel cap latches, checking for loose rivets, etc..

Preflight Inspection

Don’t let preflight inspections become routine. This Rotorcraft Collective video shows best practices to help prevent preflight complacency.

Robinson

Documents & Checklists

Guides

Videos

Bell

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Cessna

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Airbus Helicopters

Documents & Checklists

Videos

Videos

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