Scope and detail of an annual as per the FARs (just copy/print it)

[Tom Downey]

'Federal Aviation Regulations

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Appendix D--Scope and Detail of Items (as Applicable to the
Particular Aircraft) to be Included in Annual and 100-Hour Inspections

(a) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall,
before that inspection, remove or open all necessary inspection
plates, access doors, fairing, and cowling. He shall thoroughly clean
the aircraft and aircraft engine.

(b) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the fuselage
and hull group:

(1) Fabric and skin-for deterioration, distortion, other evidence of
failure, and defective or insecure attachment of fittings.

(2) Systems and components-for improper installation, apparent
defects, and unsatisfactory operation.

(3) Envelope, gas bags, ballast tanks, and related parts- for poor
condition.

(c) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the cabin and
cockpit group:

(1) Generally-for uncleanliness and loose equipment that might foul
the controls.

(2) Seats and safety belts-for poor condition and apparent defects.

(3) Windows and windshields-for deterioration and breakage.

(4) Instruments-for poor condition, mounting, marking, and (where
practicable) improper operation.

(5) Flight and engine controls-for improper installation and improper
operation.

(6) Batteries-for improper installation and improper charge.

(7) All systems-for improper installation, poor general condition,
apparent and obvious defects, and insecurity of attachment.

(d) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) components of the engine and nacelle group
as follows:

(1) Engine section-for visual evidence of excessive oil, fuel, or
hydraulic leaks, and sources of such leaks.

(2) Studs and nuts-for improper torquing and obvious defects.

(3) Internal engine-for cylinder compression and for metal particles
or foreign matter on screens and sump drain plugs. If there is weak
cylinder compression, for improper internal condition and improper
internal tolerances.

(4) Engine mount-for cracks, looseness of mounting, and looseness of
engine to mount.

(5) Flexible vibration dampeners-for poor condition and
deterioration.

(6) Engine controls-for defects, improper travel, and improper
safetying.

(7) Lines, hoses, and clamps-for leaks, improper condition and
looseness.

(8) Exhaust stacks-for cracks, defects, and improper attachment.

(9) Accessories-for apparent defects in security of mounting.

(10) All systems-for improper installation, poor general condition,
defects, and insecure attachment.

(11) Cowling-for cracks, and defects.

(e) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the landing
gear group:

(1) All units-for poor condition and insecurity of attachment.

(2) Shock absorbing devices-for improper oleo fluid level.

(3) Linkages, trusses, and members-for undue or excessive wear
fatigue, and distortion.

(4) Retracting and locking mechanism-for improper operation.

(5) Hydraulic lines-for leakage.

(6) Electrical system-for chafing and improper operation of switches.

(7) Wheels-for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings.

(8) Tires-for wear and cuts.

(9) Brakes-for improper adjustment.

(10) Floats and skis-for insecure attachment and obvious or apparent
defects.

(f) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) all components of the wing and center
section assembly for poor general condition, fabric or skin
deterioration, distortion, evidence of failure, and insecurity of
attachment.

(g) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) all components and systems that make up
the complete empennage assembly for poor general condition, fabric or
skin deterioration, distortion, evidence of failure, insecure
attachment, improper component installation, and improper component
operation.

(h) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the propeller
group:

(1) Propeller assembly-for cracks, nicks, binds, and oil leakage.

(2) Bolts-for improper torquing and lack of safetying.

(3) Anti-icing devices-for improper operations and obvious defects.

(4) Control mechanisms-for improper operation, insecure mounting, and
restricted travel.

(i) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) the following components of the radio
group:

(1) Radio and electronic equipment-for improper installation and
insecure mounting.

(2) Wiring and conduits-for improper routing, insecure mounting, and
obvious defects.

(3) Bonding and shielding-for improper installation and poor
condition.

(4) Antenna including trailing antenna-for poor condition, insecure
mounting, and improper operation.

(j) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall
inspect (where applicable) each installed miscellaneous item that is
not otherwise covered by this listing for improper installation and
improper operation'