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Ground Servicing Guide
Document Number 02484
Issue 002 Revision 00: 30 Nov 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.
This document is not authority approved.

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  • Page 1 Document Number 02484 Issue 002 Revision 00: 30 Nov 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.
  • Page 2 Section FM - Front Matter 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: Nov 30, 2020 Page FM-0-1...
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  • Page 4 Section FM - Front Matter 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) Document title...
  • Page 5 Section FM - Front Matter This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page FM-1-2...
  • Page 6 Section FM - Front Matter 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. Issue 002 Revision 00 Dated A15-12-0001-00A-030A-A ACN - Technical data added...
  • Page 7 Section FM - Front Matter This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page FM-2-2...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Section 0 - Introduction 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 Aircraft Classification Number 0-2-1...
  • Page 9 Section 0 - Introduction This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 0-0-2...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 11: Aircraft Dimensions

    Section 0 - Introduction 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.
  • Page 12 Section 0 - Introduction 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.
  • Page 13 Section 0 - Introduction 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.

  • Page 14: Danger Areas

    Section 0 - Introduction 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.
  • Page 15 Section 0 - Introduction 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 AND OPERATION IN QUIET...

  • Page 16: Runway Guidelines

    Section 0 - Introduction 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 − Sufficient moisture to give a reflective appearance, but without any significant area of standing water.

  • Page 17: Weight Guidelines

    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.

  • Page 18: Aircraft Classification Number

    Y (tyre pressure limited to 145 psi) Z (tyre pressure limited to 73 psi) Note The PC-24 nose and main gear tyres have a service pressure of 58 respectively 73 psi (loaded). Therefore the PC-24 will never be tyre pressure limited.

  • Page 19: Determination Of Allowed Operation On Runway

    Section 0 - Introduction Determination of Allowed Operation on Runway To determine if an aircraft can operate without restrictions on a pavement, do as follows: From the Pavement Type Code, determine the: − Pavement Classification Number (PCN) − Pavement Type −...
  • Page 20 Section 0 - Introduction Figure 0-2-1: Aircraft Classification Number - Flexible Pavement Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 0-2-3...
  • Page 21 Section 0 - Introduction Figure 0-2-2: Aircraft Classification Number - Rigid Pavement Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 0-2-4...
  • Page 22 Section 0 - Introduction Example The example below describes how to determine if an aircraft can operate without restrictions on a pavement given the following conditions: − Pavement Type Code for a paved runway = PCN 20 / R / D / Y / T −...
  • Page 23 Section 0 - Introduction This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 0-2-6...
  • Page 24 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 1-2-2...
  • Page 25 Section 1 - Ground Handling This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 1-0-2...

  • Page 26: Towing

    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...

  • Page 27: Towing Guidelines

    Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 −...
  • Page 28 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-1-3...
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  • Page 30: Parking

    Section 1 - Ground Handling 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.

  • Page 31: Parking Guidelines

    Section 1 - Ground Handling 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: −...
  • Page 32 Section 1 - Ground Handling ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07778-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-1: Parking - Tail Strut and Steering Bar Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-3...
  • Page 33 Section 1 - Ground Handling LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07779-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-2: Parking - Emergency Exit Lock-Pin Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-4...
  • Page 34 Section 1 - Ground Handling 0.39 in. (10 mm) TYPICAL TYPICAL TYPICAL ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07780-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-3: Parking - Air Data Probe Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-5...
  • Page 35 Section 1 - Ground Handling ICN-PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07153-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-4: Parking - Cockpit Cover Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-6...
  • Page 36 Section 1 - Ground Handling ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07781-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-5: Parking - Nose Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-7...
  • Page 37 Section 1 - Ground Handling LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07782-A-001-01 Figure 1-2-6: Parking - Wing Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-8...
  • Page 38 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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...
  • Page 39 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: May 13, 2020 Page 1-2-10...

  • Page 40: Mooring

    − 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)
  • Page 41 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 − On a clay type soil or rock surface, use six screw pickets.
  • Page 42 Section 1 - Ground Handling TYPICAL ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07872-A-001-01 ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07872-A-001-01 Figure 1-3-1: Mooring - Tie-Down Points Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-3-3...
  • Page 43 Section 1 - Ground Handling -0.5 -1.0 -1.5 -2.0 -2.5 -3.0 -3.5 -4.0 -4.5 -5.0 -5.5 -6.0 -6.5 -7.0 -7.5 -8.0 -8.5 -9.0 -9.5 9.0 10.0 11.0 12.0 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 AIRCRAFT LONGITUDINAL AXIS (M) SPECIFIED TIE-DOWN AREA ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07787-A-001-01 Figure 1-3-2: Mooring - Tie-Down Areas Ground Servicing Guide...

  • Page 44: Cargo - Loading/Unloading Procedure

    Section 1 - Ground Handling 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.
  • Page 45 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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...
  • Page 46 Section 1 - Ground Handling SIDE TYPICAL TYPICAL MIDDLE TYPICAL MIDDLE FULL WIDTH TYPICAL ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-05027-A-000-01 Figure 1-4-1: Cargo Tie-Down Kit Configurations Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-4-3...
  • Page 47 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 ) ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-05865-A-000-01...
  • Page 48 Section 1 - Ground Handling 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-4-5...
  • Page 49 Section 1 - Ground Handling This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 1-4-6...
  • Page 50 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 Recommended Support Equipment 2-2-1...
  • Page 51 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Subject Page Cold Weather Procedures (Deicing / Anti-Icing) 2-8-1 Preliminary Requirements and Safety Conditions 2-8-1 General 2-8-1 Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 2-0-2...

  • Page 52: Inflate Tires

    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...

  • Page 53: Tire Inflation Guidelines

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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) −...
  • Page 54 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-1-3...
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  • Page 56: Fuel - Defuel And Drain Fuel

    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.
  • Page 57 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing TYPICAL 600 LBS 500 LBS 1100 LBS 1200 LBS TYPICAL REFUEL / DEFUEL PANEL PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07910-A-000-01 Figure 2-2-1: Refuel / Defuel Compartment Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-2-2...
  • Page 58 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing TYPICAL 600 LBS 500 LBS 1100 LBS 1200 LBS TYPICAL REFUEL / DEFUEL PANEL ICN-PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07907-A-000-01 Figure 2-2-2: Refuel / Defuel Compartment with Suction Option Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-2-3...

  • Page 59: Drain Fuel

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 60 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR DRAIN VALVE FUEL DRAIN TOOL CONTAINER ICN-PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07909-A-000-01 Figure 2-2-3: Fuel Drain Tool Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-2-5...
  • Page 61 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-2-6...

  • Page 62: Refuel

    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...

  • Page 63: Refueling Guidelines

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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) −...
  • Page 64 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing PRESSURE REFUEL / DEFUEL GRAVITY REFUEL GRAVITY REFUEL ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-01902-A-000-01 Figure 2-3-1: Fuel System - Refueling Points Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-3...
  • Page 65 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 600 LB 500 LB 1100 LB 1200 LB ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-01616-A-003-01 Figure 2-3-2: Refuel / Defuel Panel Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-4...
  • Page 66 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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...
  • Page 67 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 68 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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...
  • Page 69 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 70 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-9...
  • Page 71 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing This Page Intentionally Left Blank Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-3-10...

  • Page 72: Windows - Clean, Check And Apply Rain Repellent

    THAT ARE NOT LISTED CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE WINDOW ACRYLIC PANES AND THE WINDOW SEALS, AND CAN AFFECT THE RAIN-REPELLENT PERFORMANCE OF THE WINDSHIELDS. Recommended Support Equipment Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Chamois leather Local supply Isopropyl (Isopropanol) Local supply Light soap (dish washing)

  • Page 73: Cleaning Guidelines

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Equipment Recommended Pilatus Part Number Polishing slurry Local supply Master kit, Surfex 100 (MPG windshields) Local supply Surface activation concentrate / surface preparation Local supply solution Surface Seal DSS4040 (PPG windshields) Local supply Surface Seal Quick Application Kit DSS4200 (PPG...

  • Page 74: Rain Repellent

    THE AIRCRAFT CAN HAVE TWO DIFFERENT TYPES OF WINDSHIELDS INSTALLED AND IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE CORRECT RAIN REPELLENT IS APPLIED. INCORRECT RAIN REPELLENTS ARE NOT APPROVED BY PILATUS. These procedures give guidelines for applying rain repellent treatment to the windshields.
  • Page 75 1 month / 50 flight hours Note Pilatus aircraft recommends to check the windshield rain repellent on a regular basis. Based on the operational environment and experience the interval can be adjusted to more or less frequent, until an effective interval can be set.
  • Page 76 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Figure 2-4-2: Windshields - Rain repellent (satisfactory condition) Figure 2-4-3: Windshields - Rain repellent (unsatisfactory condition) Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Nov 30, 2020 Page 2-4-5...
  • Page 77 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Apply the rain repellent coating Note Each new windshield and cockpit side window is supplied with rain repellent applied. This application procedure is applicable to windshields only. If the operator thinks it is necessary, this procedure can be used on the cockpit side windows The conditions that follow are applicable to all rain repellent application procedures: −...
  • Page 78 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 4.3.1 Apply rain repellent coating to the MPG windshields WARNING BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU USE THE HOT SOLUTION. THE HOT SOLUTION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND / OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. WARNING PUT ON PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, GLOVES, PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND A RESPIRATOR BEFORE YOU APPLY RAIN REPELLENT.
  • Page 79 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Make sure the windshield is clean as given in Cleaning Guidelines. Apply masking tape to the edges of the windshield, the weather seal and 0.25 in (6.0 mm) of the glass. Make sure that the masking tape gives a water tight seal. Use paper wipes and clean the windshield surface with isopropanol.
  • Page 80 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Note It is necessary to do this step in less than 10 minute to prevent contamination. Apply the rain repellent as follows: 15.1 Use a new pair of disposable gloves. 15.2 Apply a small amount of rain repellent onto a paper towel. 15.3 Apply the rain repellent to the windshield glass surface with short, circular movements.
  • Page 81 The heating blanket temperature is pre-set for the necessary curing temperature. Note Pilatus Aircraft Limited recommend you heat cure the windshield. If you do not heat cure the windshield the recommended rain repellent inspection interval is reduced. The recommended inspection interval is published in the Flight Crew Operators Manual and the Ground Servicing Manual.
  • Page 82 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Note If you use the Quick Application Kit, Surface Seal, the recommended rain repellent inspection interval is reduced. The recommended inspection interval is published in the Flight Crew Operators Manual and the Ground Servicing Manual. This guide gives the procedures to −...
  • Page 83 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 4.3.2.1 Apply the master kit surface seal Polish the windshield as follows: Make sure the windshield is clean as given in Cleaning Guidelines. Apply masking tape to the edges of the windshield, the weather seal and 0.25 in (6.0 mm) of the glass.
  • Page 84 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing It is necessary to apply the surface preparation solution and the rain repellent in less than 15 minutes after the clean step. If the application takes more than 15 minutes it will cause the windshield to stain. Treat the windshield as follows: 1.7.1 Use a new pair of disposable gloves.
  • Page 85 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Use the gauze pads to apply the coating solution, master kit to the windshield glass surface as follows: Start at the center of windshield glass surface. Apply a thin film of the coating solution, master kit with short, circular movements.
  • Page 86 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Secure the heating blanket with masking tape to the windshield. Connect the heating blanket to a suitable VAC power supply. Keep the heating blanket on the windshield for minimum 2 hours or 8 hours for best performance. Disconnect the VAC power supply from the heating blanket.
  • Page 87 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 4.3.2.2 Apply the surface seal, quick application kit (optional). Prepare the windshield as follows: Make sure the windshield is clean as given in Cleaning Guidelines. Put on a new pair of disposable gloves. Prepare the coating solution, quick application kit, refer to the product manual in the quick application kit, surface seal.

  • Page 88: Exterior - Clean

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.

  • Page 89: Recommended Support Equipment

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 Local supply...
  • Page 90 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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) − Ice detectors (Fig.
  • Page 91 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 − For less dirty areas, use a mixture of one part of cleaner (Hard Surface Cleaner Concentrate XG5) or (Spray and Shine XC11) to 20 parts of clean water.
  • Page 92 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing Requirements after Job Completion Remove the covers from these items: − Engines (Fig. 2-5-1) − ECS intake (Fig. 2-5-1) − VCS outlets (Fig. 2-5-2) − Ice detectors (Fig. 2-5-3) − AOA sensors (Fig. 2-5-3) − Pitot-static probes (Fig.
  • Page 93 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing NO STEP NO STEP TYPICAL LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07783-A-001-01 Figure 2-5-1: Parking - Upper Rear Fuselage Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-5-6...
  • Page 94 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR LH SHOWN RH SIMILAR ICN-PC24-A-A15000000-A-S4080-07743-A-001-01 Figure 2-5-2: Parking - Lower Rear Fuselage Covers Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-5-7...
  • Page 95 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-5-8...

  • Page 96: Interior - Clean

    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...

  • Page 97: Cleaning Guidelines

    Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.

  • Page 98: Waste / Water System Servicing

    Section 2 - Aircraft 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. CAUTION Do not deploy or operate the toilet when the cabin temperature is less than 36 °Fahrenheit (2 °Celsius).
  • Page 99 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing WATER DRAIN HANDLE RINSE PORT NOTE: VACUUM TOILET ASSEMBLY SHOWN STOWED DRAIN VALVE ICN-PC24-A-A150000-A-S4080-00708-A-000-01 Figure 2-7-1: Vacuum Waste System - Component Location Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-7-2...
  • Page 100 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 101 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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...
  • Page 102 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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]).
  • Page 103 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing FRAME 18 PC24-A-A15120000-A-S4080-07870-A-001-01 Figure 2-7-3: Water tank - Drain Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484 Issue date: Apr 29, 2020 Page 2-7-6...
  • Page 104 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 105 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 106 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...
  • Page 107 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 108 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 109 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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 DESCENT, APPROACH OR TAXI?
  • Page 110 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 111 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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.
  • Page 112 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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...
  • Page 113 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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...
  • Page 114 Section 2 - Aircraft Servicing 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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