Section I. INTRODUCTION - TM-55-1510-218-MTF0007

TM 55-1510-218-MTF

SECTION

INTRODUCTION

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

complete instructions for performing a maintenance

test flight of C-12C, C-12D, and C-12F aircraft. For

the specific conditions which require a general or limit-

ed maintenance test flight, refer to applicable FAR's

and manufacturer's maintenance manuals.

2. Definitions.

Maintenance Test FLIGHT. A functional test

flight for which the primary purpose is to determine

whether the airframe, powerplant, accessories, and oth-

er equipment are functioning in accordance with pre-

determined requirements while subjected to the intend-

ed environment.

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 Iife.

An operating procedure, practice, etc.,

which, if not strictly observed, will result in

damage to or destruction of equipment.

1-1