Target Audience:
A&P mechanics, avionics shops, Duchess owners and maintenance organizations performing parts lookup and ordering
Role of Document:
Factory-authorized parts identification reference for the Beechcraft 76 Duchess twin
Competitive Advantage:
Official Beechcraft illustrated breakdowns with part numbers, eliminating guesswork in parts ordering
Airframe Assemblies:
Fuselage, wings, empennage structure and fittings
Flight Controls:
Aileron, elevator, rudder and trim system parts
Landing Gear:
Retractable tricycle gear, struts, actuators and brakes
Powerplant:
Lycoming engine assemblies and mounts
Propellers:
Propeller, spinner and governor components
Fuel System:
Tanks, selectors, lines, pumps and gauges
Engine Instruments:
Manifold, tachometer and related senders
Electrical System:
Wiring, alternators, starters, battery and distribution
Avionics Installations:
Panel, antennas and associated hardware
Hydraulic Systems:
Gear retraction hydraulic components
Environmental Systems:
Heating and ventilation parts
Cabin Interiors:
Seats, upholstery, panels and cabin hardware
Procedures Included:
Part identification, figure-to-parts-list cross reference and effectivity lookup
Technical Depth:
Exploded illustrations with item numbers keyed to part number, description, quantity and effectivity
Parts Information:
Complete Beechcraft part numbers with vendor codes and interchange data
Revision Status:
ME-1 and after serial effectivity coverage
How to Use:
Locate figure for the assembly, match item number to parts list for ordering data
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Service Intervals:
N/A - defined by the inspection program in the service manual, not the IPC
Fluid Specifications:
Refer to the Beechcraft Duchess service manual and Lycoming engine manuals
Common Wear Items:
Landing gear bushings, brake linings, engine mounts and exhaust components
Parts Ordering:
Use IPC part numbers and effectivity columns to ensure correct fitment
Manufacturer:
Beech Aircraft Corporation, Wichita, Kansas
Model Introduction:
The 76 Duchess was introduced in the late 1970s as a four-seat light twin trainer
Production Location:
Wichita, Kansas, USA
Model Evolution:
Side-by-side seating twin used widely by flight schools for multi-engine training
