DISCREPANCIES
annual and is ready to close up, but he brings the owner a list of discrepancies. Now
This options exists: if prior arrangements were made to repair the discrepancies at this time, the owner is good to go. the problems and document the work accordingly. Then as the IA, he will reassemble the aircraft, comply with required function checks, and sign off the annual to approve the aircraft for return to service
second option that is not as straightforward. The IA can still complete the annual inspection, but he will sign
he will disapprove the aircraft for return to service and provide the owner with a list
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE
As mentioned in the beginning, other inspections and maintenance may be convenient to address during an annual inspection.
Altimeter system inspections, transponder
maintenance tasks.
lubrication requirements, and corrosion
control applications could be scheduled at this time. Annual time also is the perfect excuse to take care of those cosmetic
I hope this article answers the basic question of annuals and turbine
about what inspection program to use on your next turbine-powered rotorcraft, if an annual inspection will work for you.
a secondary instrument inoperative during the inspection and cannot procure a replacement for an extended time. This time three options exist.
If the helicopter has an approved minimum equipment
for the instrument, the repair can be deferred per the allotted timeframe. If there is for possible deferment can option, the local FSDO can be permit.
Whichever option is selected will allow the owner
issue corrected by a local mechanic. Granted, a more complex discrepancy may require a different approach.
About the author:
After 32 years maintaining helicopters in various capacities, Skola concluded a full-time career with a major operator projects, he can still be seen around oversight, litigation support, and
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