Which specific vehicle components are listed as mandatory daily checks before operating a vehicle at an aerodrome?

The mandatory daily checks include: malfunction/warning indications, steering wheel, lighting system, braking system, communication systems (including transponder or equivalent if applicable), tyre condition, external mirrors, windscreen wipers (as appropriate), items that need to be secured on the vehicle, leaks, and new external damages to the vehicle.

What is the purpose of the feedback mechanism mentioned in the maintenance guidance for aerodrome vehicles?

The feedback mechanism is established to ensure that any defects identified during daily checks are communicated to the unit responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle.

Are communication systems a required daily check item for aerodrome vehicles, and under what condition?

Yes, communication systems, including transponder (or equivalent) if applicable, are a required daily check item prior to vehicle operation.

Does the guidance require checking for new external damages to the vehicle on a daily basis?

Yes, checking for new external damages to the vehicle is listed as one of the minimum items to be checked daily prior to operation.

Which items on a vehicle are specifically mentioned as needing to be secured and checked daily?

Items that need to be secured on the vehicle are specifically mentioned as a daily check item.

Is checking the windscreen wipers always required as a daily check for aerodrome vehicles?

Windscreen wipers are required to be checked daily as appropriate, meaning it is a listed item but may be conditional on the vehicle's equipment or operational context.

What is the regulatory reference for the maintenance of vehicles guidance that lists daily check items?

The guidance is AMC1 ADR.OPS.C.007(a)(1) Maintenance of vehicles, under Decision 2021/003/R.

AMC1 ADR.OPS.C.007(a)(1) Maintenance of vehicles

Q: What is the minimum set of items that should be checked daily on a vehicle before its operation at an aerodrome, according to the preventive maintenance programme?

The minimum items to be checked daily prior to vehicle operation are: malfunction/warning indications; steering wheel; lighting system; braking system; communication systems (including transponder or equivalent if applicable); tyre condition; external mirrors; windscreen wipers (as appropriate); items that need to be secured on the vehicle; leaks; and new external damages to the vehicle.

Q: What does the preventive maintenance programme require the aerodrome operator to determine?

The aerodrome operator should determine the items that need to be checked daily, prior to the operation of the vehicle, as part of the preventive maintenance programme.

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AMC1 ADR.OPS.C.007(a)(1) Maintenance of vehicles

ED Decision 2021/003/R

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

(a) As part of the preventive maintenance programme, the aerodrome operator should determine the items that need to be checked daily, prior to the operation of the vehicle. As a minimum, the following items should be checked on a daily basis, prior to the operation of a vehicle:

(1) malfunction/warning indications;

(2) steering wheel;

(3) lighting system;

(4) braking system;

(5) communication systems, including transponder (or equivalent) if applicable;

(6) tyre condition;

(7) external mirrors;

(8) windscreen wipers (as appropriate);

(9) items that need to be secured on the vehicle;

(10) leaks; and

(11) new external damages to the vehicle.

(b) A feedback mechanism should be established to ensure that any defects identified are communicated to the unit responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle.

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Source-Title: AMC1 ADR.OPS.C.007(a)(1) Maintenance of vehicles View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-18750 Compare versions

Domain: Aerodromes

Applicabilitydate: 5 March, 2021

Entryintoforcedate: 5 March, 2021

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2021/003/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-ADR.OPS

Typeofcontent: AMC to DR

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR