Fri Aug 13, 2021 9:58 am
#1864626
Hello,
I'm looking to replace the seat fabric, cushions and upholstery in our Zenair 601 microlight (PtF). The existing is pretty old and tatty and it needs ripping out and refitting.
Given the age, my plan is to source bespoke replacements from a local upholsterer up the road, but before I do, I just wanted to check my understanding and make sure I don't have any special requirements.
My understanding is that:
This constitutes pilot maintenance and doesn't require any signoff (LAA docs only mention 'repairs', not replacement', but no solid structures will be touched so assume it's fine - no signoff needed.
There aren't any special requirements in terms of materials, fireproofing etc - although will obviously source flame resistant materials anyway.
I'll need to check weight of the new vs the old as appropriate.
Basically, am I ok to get Mrs Smith up the road to make me some nice thin cushions and side panel covers based on our measurements, or do I need to do any more than that?
I'm looking to replace the seat fabric, cushions and upholstery in our Zenair 601 microlight (PtF). The existing is pretty old and tatty and it needs ripping out and refitting.
Given the age, my plan is to source bespoke replacements from a local upholsterer up the road, but before I do, I just wanted to check my understanding and make sure I don't have any special requirements.
My understanding is that:
This constitutes pilot maintenance and doesn't require any signoff (LAA docs only mention 'repairs', not replacement', but no solid structures will be touched so assume it's fine - no signoff needed.
There aren't any special requirements in terms of materials, fireproofing etc - although will obviously source flame resistant materials anyway.
I'll need to check weight of the new vs the old as appropriate.
Basically, am I ok to get Mrs Smith up the road to make me some nice thin cushions and side panel covers based on our measurements, or do I need to do any more than that?