Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › I. General › Task F. Ground Operations and Servicing

AM.I.F.R6

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Engine start/run-up without using a checklist.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-57
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Turbine Engine Operation › Ground Operation Engine Fire
Ground Operation Engine Fire Move the fuel shutoff lever to the off position if an engine fire occurs, or if the fire warning light is illuminated during the starting cycle. Continue cranking or motoring the engine until the fire ... been expelled from the engine. If the fire persists, CO2 can be discharged into the inlet duct while it is being cranked. Do not discharge CO2 directly into the engine exhaust, because it may damage the engine. If the fire…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General p. 1-16
Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Ground Movement of Aircraft › Starting a Turbofan Engine
spool engine, check rotation of fan or N1. 9. Check for proper oil pressure. 10. Turn engine starter switch off at proper speeds. 11. After engine stabilizes at idle, ensure that none of the engine limits are exceeded. 12. Newer ... aircraft drop off the starter automatically. Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) APUs are generally smaller turbine engines that provide compressed air for starting engines, cabin heating and cooling, and electrical power while on the ground. Their operation is normally simple…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General p. 1-14
Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Ground Movement of Aircraft › Hand Cranking Engines
pressure does not show within 30 seconds, stop the engine and determine the trouble. If oil pressure is indicated, adjust the throttle to the aircraft manufacturer’s specified rpm for engine warm up. Warm up rpm is usually between ... Most aircraft reciprocating engines are air cooled and depend on the forward speed of the aircraft to maintain proper cooling. Therefore, particular care is necessary when operating these engines on the ground. During all ground running, operate the engine with…
Aeronautical Information Manual p. 10-2-18
Chapter 10. Helicopter Operations › Section 2. Special Operations › 10-2-4. Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Multiple Helicopter Operations
Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Multiple Helicopter Operations a. Background. EMS helicopter operators often overlap other EMS operator areas. Standardized procedures can enhance the safety of operating multiple helicopters to landing zones (LZs) and to hospital heliports. Communication ... successful operations and in maintaining organization between helicopters, ground units and communication centers. EMS helicopter operators which operate in the same areas should establish joint operating procedures and provide them to related agencies. b. Recommended Procedures. 1. Landing Zone Operations…