SECTION I. INTRODUCTION - TM-1-1510-223-MTF0010

TM 1-1510-223-MTF

SECTION I. INTRODUCTION

1. Purpose. The purpose of this manual is to provide complete

instructions for performing a maintenance test flight of RC-12N aircraft.

For the specific conditions which require a general or limited

maintenance test flight, refer to applicable FAR's and manufacturers'

maintenance manuals.

Definitions.

a. Maintenance Test Flight. A functional test flight for which the

primary purpose is to determine whether the airframe, powerplant,

accessories, and other equipment are functioning in accordance with

predetermined requirements while subjected to the intended

environment.

b. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. Warnings, cautions, and

notes are used to emphasize important and critical instructions and are

used for the following conditions:

An operating procedure, practice, etc., which, if not

correctly followed, could result in personal injury or

loss of life.

An operating procedure, practice, etc., which, if not

strictly observed, will result in damage to or

destruction of equipment.

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