Procedures for safe assembly and dis-assembly of the glider (5 pages)
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Document Number 02484 Issue 001 Revision 00: 14 May 2020 This document contains recommended information for Fixed Base Operators when servicing the PC-24 aircraft. The information contained herein is advisory. In the event of any contradictions, the AFM and AMM shall prevail over this document.
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Section FM - Front Matter Table of Contents SECTION FM Front Matter Table of Contents Subject Page List of Effective Data Modules FM-1-1 Log of Revisions FM-2-1 Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 14, 2020 Page FM-0-1...
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Section FM - Front Matter List of Effective Data Modules List of Effective Data Modules All DMC are preceded with PC-24-A but for clarity this has been left out C = Changed data module N = New data module Data module code (DMC)
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Log of Revisions Log of Revisions Revision number and Date Date Module Code Description Issue 001 Revision 00 Dated PC-24 Ground Servicing May 14/2020 Guide Initial Issue. Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 14, 2020...
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Section 0 - Introduction Table of Contents SECTION 0 Introduction Table of Contents Subject Page Introduction 0-1-1 Copyright and Legal Statement 0-1-1 General 0-1-1 Purpose 0-1-1 Aircraft Dimensions 0-1-2 Danger Areas 0-1-5 Runway Guidelines 0-1-7 Weight Guidelines 0-1-8 Revisions to the Ground Servicing Guide 0-1-8 Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484...
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Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. In connection with the use of this document, Pilatus does not provide any express or implied warranties and expressly disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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Section 0 - Introduction Aircraft Dimensions CAUTION To prevent damage to the aircraft or equipment while away from home base / station, the flight crew must supervise the service personnel at all times during the handling and servicing of the aircraft. CAUTION If electrical power is required, only the flight crew can energize the electrical system.
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Section 0 - Introduction Aircraft Dimensions 9 ft 8 in. ( 2.9 m ) 55 ft 9 in. 22 ft 4.5 in. ( 17 m ) ( 6.8 m ) 17 ft 4 in. ( 5.3 m ) 23 ft 1 in. ( 7 m ) 55 ft 2 in.
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Section 0 - Introduction Aircraft Dimensions 2 ft 1 in. ( 0.6 m ) 60° 8 ft 5 in. ( 2.6 m ) PIVOT POINT 2 ft 1 in. ( 0.6 m ) A MINIMUM TAXIING SURFACE WIDTH OF 50 ft ( 15.2 m ) AND DIFFERENTIAL BRAKING ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A MINIMUM RADIUS 180 DEGREE TURN AS SHOWN WING TIP RADIUS = 41 ft 4 in.
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Section 0 - Introduction Danger Areas Danger Areas When the engines are running, there are danger areas forward and aft of the engine nacelles (Fig. 0-1-3): − The forward danger area is from the engine intakes. Any loose equipment in this area can be pulled into the engine by suction.
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Section 0 - Introduction Danger Areas 49.7 ft ( 15.1 m ) AIRCRAFT STATIC SEA LEVEL I.S.A. - NO WIND 20 ft ( 6.1 m ) RADIUS DANGER AIR INTAKE ABOVE QPM / IDLE 7 ft ( 2.1 m ) AREA TO BE CLEARED OF PERSONNEL / EQUIPMENT BEFORE ENGINE START...
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Section 0 - Introduction Runway Guidelines Runway Guidelines Note A wet runway is defined as a runway which the surface is covered with: − Water, or a related substance, in a layer less than 1/8 in (3 mm) in depth −...
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Revisions to the Ground Servicing Guide Revision Schedule From time to time, as new information becomes available for the PC-24 aircraft, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd will issue revised information and instructions to the latest registered owner or operator of the aircraft. This keeps the contents of the GSG current. This information may relate to, but is not limited to, approved aircraft modifications or improved knowledge, operating techniques or other guidance acquired through in-service experience.
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Table of Contents SECTION 1 Ground Handling Table of Contents Subject Page Towing 1-1-1 Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 1-1-1 Recommended Support Equipment 1-1-1 Towing Guidelines 1-1-2 Parking 1-2-1 Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 1-2-1 Recommended Support Equipment 1-2-1 Parking Guidelines...
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You can cause damage to the nose landing gear if the angle is more than the limit. Note A minimum of five persons is recommended for this procedure. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Multi-head tow bar 990.00.00.904 Tow bar attachment-head 990.00.00.943 Wheel chocks 990.00.00.909...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Towing Guidelines Towing Guidelines Make sure there are sufficient personnel to move the aircraft. If necessary use one person: − At each wing tip − In the pilot seat to operate the aircraft brakes − To operate the vehicle used to tow the aircraft −...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Towing Guidelines MAXIMUM TOWING ANGLE OPTION 2 MAXIMUM TOWING ANGLE OPTION 1 ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07741-A-001-01 Figure 1-1-1: Towing the Aircraft Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-1-3...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Parking Parking Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions WARNING WHEN WORKING AT HEIGHT USE A SERVICEABLE PLATFORM OF THE CORRECT TYPE AND HEIGHT. MAKE SURE THAT THE PLATFORM IS STABLE. IF THE PLATFORM IS NOT STABLE, PERSONNEL CAN FALL, THIS CAN CAUSE DEATH OR INJURY TO PERSONNEL.
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Parking Guidelines Parking Guidelines Select a parking location: − On a hard, level surface − If possible, not in direct sunlight − Point the nose into the wind. When the aircraft is in the correct parking location: −...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Parking Guidelines NO STEP NO STEP TYPICAL LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07783-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-7: Parking - Upper Rear Fuselage Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-9...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Parking Guidelines LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07743-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-8: Parking - Lower Rear Fuselage Covers Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-10...
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− If it is exposed to strong wind or snow − If necessary after parking. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Jack Point Adaptors 513.07.24.010 Jack Point Lugs 513.07.24.006 Mooring blocks (minimum 400 lb (181 kg)) Local supply Rope (minimum diameter 0.75 in (20 mm)
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Mooring Guidelines Fig. 1-3-2 shows the tie-down areas. Create the six tie-down points in the tie-down area: − On a hard surface, use six mounting blocks − On a fine type soil, use six spike pickets −...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling Cargo - Loading/Unloading procedure Cargo - Loading/Unloading procedure General Cargo is any item that has a mass of between 66 lb (30 kg) and 771.6 lb (350 kg). All cargo must be correctly attached to the seat rails with the straps and components supplied in the cargo tie-down kit.
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Section 1 - Ground Handling General Table 1-4-1: Maximum Cargo Weight Configuration Type Maximum Weight Side (Outboard) 385.8 lb (175 kg) Middle (Inboard) 440.9 lb (200 kg) Full Width 771.6 lb (350 kg) Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-4-2...
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Section 1 - Ground Handling General 4 in ( 100 mm ) CARGO LARGE BAGGAGE 4 in RESTRAINT ( 100 mm ) CARGO SYSTEM 9.8 in ( 250 mm ) SMALL BAGGAGE 4 in RESTRAINT ( 100 mm ) CARGO SYSTEM 7.5 in ( 190 mm )
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Section 1 - Ground Handling General MAXIMUM CARGO STRAP ANGLE BETWEEN 10 AND 20 DEGREES MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED CARGO DIMENSIONS 45.5 in ( 1,156 mm ) ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-05029-A-002-01 Figure 1-4-3: Maximum Cargo Dimensions and Strap Angle Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-4-5...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Table of Contents SECTION 2 Aircraft Servicing Table of Contents Subject Page Inflate Tires 2-1-1 Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 2-1-1 Recommended Support Equipment 2-1-1 Tire Inflation Guidelines 2-1-2 Fuel - Defuel and Drain Fuel 2-2-1 Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 2-2-1...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Table of Contents Subject Page Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 2-8-1 General 2-8-1 Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 14, 2020 Page 2-0-2...
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The tires must then be inflated with dry nitrogen that does not contain more than 5% oxygen by volume. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Nitrogen cart Local supply Nitrogen, dry, minimum 97% purity Tire inflating gun Local supply 513.12.21.043...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Tire Inflation Guidelines Tire Inflation Guidelines Check and inflate the tires as follows: Remove the cap from the inflation valve. Connect a tire inflating gun to the inflation valve, check the tire pressure: − For the nose wheel tire, make sure the pressure is between 58.0 and 61.0 psig (4.0 and 4.2 bar) −...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Tire Inflation Guidelines VALVE VALVE LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07791-A-001-01 Figure 2-1-1: Tires - Fill Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-1-3...
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PUT ON PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND SAFETY GOGGLES BEFORE YOU DO WORK WITH FUEL. FUEL IS POISONOUS. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Fuel drain tool 990.00.00.940 or Local supply Defuel with Aircraft Pumps or by Suction Fig. 2-2-1 Fig.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Drain Fuel Drain Fuel Put a waste fuel container in position under the applicable drain valve. The waste fuel container capacity must be a minimum of 10 gallons (38 liters). Connect a bonding lead from the waste fuel container to the aircraft. Install the fuel drain tool in a drain valve and drain the fuel from the left and right wing.
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Do not remove the fuel vehicle ground cable from the aircraft until fueling operations are completed. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Fuel tank drain reservoir 513.12.24.002 or Local supply Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines Refueling Guidelines The information that follows gives guidance on: − Pressure refueling − Gravity refueling − Draining water from the fuel tanks. The approved fuel grades are: − Jet A (ASTM-D1655-17) − Jet A-1 (ATSM-D1655-17) −...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines Pressure Refueling Follow the instructions given on the placards in the refuel panel compartment. ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07829-A-002-01 Figure 2-3-3: Fuel - Refuel by Pressure Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-5...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines Gravity Refueling CAUTION Be careful when you work near the wing leading edges. The wing leading edges are easily damaged. Note This procedure is the same for the left and right fuel tanks. Connect the fueling vehicle ground lead to the aircraft ground point on the nose landing gear.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines LEVER GRAVITY FILLER CAP FILLER CAP LH SHOWN ADAPTER RH SIMILAR FUELING NOZZLE GRAVITY FILLER CAP FILLER CAP ADAPTER ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07830-A-001-01 Figure 2-3-4: Fuel - Refuel by Gravity Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-7...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines Drain Water CAUTION Do not start the engines if a large amount of contamination is found during the drain water procedure. Note This procedure is the same for the four drain valves. The two forward drain valves drain the left and right collector tanks.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Refueling Guidelines LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR DRAIN VALVE FUEL TANK DRAIN RESERVOIR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07831-A-001-01 Figure 2-3-5: Fuel - Drain Water Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-9...
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Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Chamois leather Local supply Isopropyl (Isopropanol) Local supply Light soap (dish washing)
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cleaning Guidelines Cleaning Guidelines These procedures give guidelines for cleaning the exterior and interior surfaces of the windshields and windows. Clean the Exterior Surfaces Flush the exterior surface of the windshield with clean fresh water. Loosen dirt, sand or mud if necessary.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Exterior - Clean Exterior - Clean Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions WARNING BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU USE THE CONSUMABLE MATERIALS. OBEY THE MANUFACTURER’S HEALTH AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. CAUTION Do not let the aircraft tires stay for a long time in the soap solution. The soap solution can cause damage to the tires.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Recommended Support Equipment Recommended Support Equipment Tool / Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Ground power unit, 28 Vdc Local supply Soft bristled brush Local supply Clean water Local supply Hose with nozzle attachment Local supply Lint-free cleaning cloth...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cleaning Guidelines Prepare the Aircraft Set the flaps to 33°. Install the covers on these items: − Engines (Fig. 2-5-1) − Environmental Control System (ECS) intake (Fig. 2-5-1) − Vapor Cooling System (VCS) outlets (Fig. 2-5-2) −...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cleaning Guidelines Cleaning with a Chemical Agent Prepare the cleaner solution as follows: − For very dirty areas, use a mixture of one part of cleaner (Zero V.O.C. Degreaser XE3-G) to 10 parts of clean water −...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cleaning Guidelines 0.39 in. (10 mm) TYPICAL TYPICAL TYPICAL ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07780-A-001-01 Figure 2-5-3: Parking - Air Data Probe Covers Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-5-8...
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Do not let the water and soap solution go behind the aircraft interior surfaces. CAUTION Do not clean the instrument panel with water or the soap solution. This can damage the display screen anti-glare coating. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Vacuum cleaner Local supply Sponge Local supply Absorbent paper Local supply...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cleaning Guidelines Cleaning Guidelines These procedures give guidelines for cleaning the interior surfaces of the cabin and flight deck. Cabin Use a vacuum cleaner to clean: − Seats − Floor − Seat tracks. If the seat track is covered by a carpet, clean where you can get access.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Waste / Water System Servicing Waste / Water System Servicing Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions WARNING PUT ON PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, PROTECTIVE GOGGLES, AND GLOVED BEFORE YOU DO WORK ON THE WATER AND WASTE SYSTEM. THIS WILL HELP PREVENT INJURY OR DEATH.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Main Procedure Drain the Waste Tank De-energise the electrical system. Open the vacuum waste system panel door, Fig. 2-7-1 shows the location of the waste system panel. Follow the instructions given on the placard on the vacuum waste panel door. Close the vacuum waste system panel.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Main Procedure ICN-PC24-A-A15380000-A-S4080-05400-A-000-01 Figure 2-7-2: Water tank - Fill using the funnel (Sheet 1 of 2) Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-7-4...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Main Procedure ICN-PC24-A-A15380000-A-S4080-05414-A-000-01 Figure 2-7-2: Water tank - Fill using the funnel (Sheet 2 of 2) Drain the Water Tank De-energise the electrical system. Open the vacuum waste system panel door. Put a container with a minimum capacity of 2 Gallon (7.5 Liter) under the water drain outlet (Figure 2-7-3 [2]).
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Main Procedure FRAME 18 PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07870-A-001-01 Figure 2-7-3: Water tank - Drain Ground Servicing Guide End of data module Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-7-6...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Cold Weather Procedures (Deicing / Anti-Icing) Cold Weather Procedures (Deicing / Anti-Icing) Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions WARNING THE DEICING AND ANTI-ICING PROCEDURES MUST BE DONE BY PERSONS THAT ARE FULLY TRAINED, QUALIFIED AND APPROVED IN THE USE OF DEICING / ANTI-ICING FLUIDS AND THE EQUIPMENT.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General Deicing Methods In clear weather, it may be possible to manually remove all contamination to allow a safe takeoff and flight. Deicing fluids can also be used to quickly melt and remove frost or other ice formations.
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CAUTION The aircraft must sprayed from the front. Spraying from the rear can force fluid into aerodynamically quiet areas from where it may not be able to drain. Tool / Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Broom Local supply Brush Local supply...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General 2.3.2 Deicing CAUTION When ice, snow or slush is removed from the aircraft surface, care must be taken to prevent entry and accumulation of ice, snow or slush into intakes or control surface hinge areas. Note Deicing and anti-icing fluid may splash onto heated surfaces such as air data probes and engine nacelles which can produce significant vapor.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General Mobile ground support equipment with the capability of heating deicing fluid and dispensing large quantities of fluid at high pressures can be used. This type of equipment with the fluid temperature limited to 160 °F (70 °C) can be used to deice the aircraft. Fig.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General IS THERE ANY CONTAMINATION ( FROST, ICE, SNOW OR SLUSH ) ON THE WINGS, CONTROL SURFACES, ENGINE INLETS? IS THE TEMPERATURE LESS THAN 50 °F ( 10 °C ) AND VISIBLE MOISTURE OR ICING CONDITIONS ARE PRESENT? ( ICE, FROST, SLUSH OR SNOW ) ICING CONDITIONS PRESENT DURING...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General 2.3.3 Deicing / Anti-icing the Wings, Stabilizers and Fuselage Note Deicing / anti-icing can be done as a one or two step process. Step one is to deice the aircraft and step two, if necessary, is to anti-ice the aircraft before takeoff. The one step process applies heated deicing fluid to remove contamination and also provide some anti-icing protection.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General 2.3.4 Deicing / Anti-icing the Landing Gear CAUTION The application of deicing / anti-icing fluid in the landing gear must be kept to a minimum. Deicing / anti-icing fluid must not be directed onto the brakes and wheels.
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General AVOID DIRECT SPRAYING OF DEICING FLUID ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS : ENGINE INLETS BRAKES RAM AIR INLETS WINDSHIELD WHEELS PITOT - STATIC PROBES CABIN WINDOWS ICE DETECTORS AOA SENSORS APPLY DEICING FLUID TO THESE AREAS DO NOT APPLY DEICING FLUID TO THESE AREAS REMOVE DEICING FLUID...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General AVOID DIRECT SPRAYING OF DEICING FLUID ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS : ENGINE INLETS BRAKES RAM AIR INLETS WINDSHIELD WHEELS PITOT - STATIC PROBES CABIN WINDOWS ICE DETECTORS AOA SENSORS APPLY DEICING / ANTI - ICING FLUID TO THESE AREAS DO NOT APPLY DEICING / ANTI - ICING...
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Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing General 2.3.5 Post Deicing Inspection After deicing / anti-icing a visual inspection, for contamination, must be done at these locations: − Air data probes − Wing leading edges, upper and lower surfaces, spoilers, aileron surfaces including the wing seals −...
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