Lightning Strike - Rotax 915 i A SERIES Maintenance Manual

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LIGHTNING STRIKE

General note An indirect lighting strike is a strike on the aircraft fuselage, the wings or propeller. A direct
lighting strike is a strike which acts directly on the engine.
Different types of damage can be caused depending on the type of lightning strike.
Indirect lightning Read out the ECU data memory and check the data for details of increased oil tempera-
strike ture. Perform the corresponding inspections/repairs depending on the functional defects
found.
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Heat damage due to indirect lightning strike:
Detailed findings will need to be obtained for affected components. Always replace com-
ponents if visible signs of damage are evident or if you are in any doubt.
Electrical and magnetic damage due to indirect lightning strike:
Detailed findings will need to be obtained for affected components. Always replace com-
ponents if visible signs of damage are evident or if you are in any doubt.
Direct lightning Send the engine without delay to an authorized ROTAX® overhaul facility for inspection.
strike
05–50–00
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Periodic rise and fall in boost pressure and speed
Procedure
1 Visual inspection of the engine, in particular
• Turbocharger
• Air intake system
2 Check wiring. See
N N O O T T E E
If no mechanical damage is detected during the visual inspection,
check the boost pressure control. See chapter 76–00–00 of the
Heavy Maintenance Manual.
Procedure
1 Inspect the condition of the engine.
2 Inspect the mechanical actuation systems in the engine.
3 Inspect the harness.
4
Crank the engine and check that it rotates freely.
5
Perform an engine test run.
6 Inspect FUSE BOX.
Chapter 12–20–00 section Check wiring.
Indirect lighting strike
Effectivity: 915 i A Series
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