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Old 03-30-2013, 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Yoda2
That is a very correct statement and a valid write up. It would be a shame to lose business over a window shade, Etc. but it does happen. And you better have "booties" on your shoes when you go in to fix the window shade. For instance at Gulfstream and most other quality completion centers, dedicated flights are performed to function check interiors. They check all the cabinets, latches, seating and perform many other QC tests on the interior alone. They do it for a reason; reputation and the folks in back are paying the bills... PS, It's also a good idea to carry a small pair of scissors or small sharp pocket knife for loose threads and also a lint roller. It doesn't hurt to carry a set of booties in your flight bag if you need to walk the cabin either.
Yup. Prior to delivery of our newest aircraft, an 11 hour cold soak flight at altitude was completed with our Chief Pilot and MX on board. The purpose was to cool the aircraft and check that all systems worked properly as well as to check the operation of all doors, windows, drawers, cabinets, etc to make sure they functioned smoothly as/after the aircraft changed shape.

We have also done similar checks on our older aircraft after having the interiors redone.
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