Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › I. General › Task G. Cleaning and Corrosion Control

AM.I.G.K23

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Finishing materials application techniques and practices.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General p. 8-28
Chapter 8: Cleaning & Corrosion Control › Mechanical Cleaning Materials › Mild Abrasive Materials
Nonionic Detergent Cleaners These materials may be either water-soluble or oil-soluble. The oil-soluble detergent cleaner is effective in a 3 to 5 percent solution in dry cleaning solvent for softening and removing heavy preservative coatings. This mixture ... performance is similar to the emulsion cleaners mentioned previously. Mechanical Cleaning Materials Mechanical cleaning materials must be used with care and in accordance with directions given, if damage to finishes and surfaces is to be avoided. Mild Abrasive Materials…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General p. 8-21
Chapter 8: Cleaning & Corrosion Control › Processes & Materials Used in Corrosion Control › Surface Preparation
Processes & Materials Used in Corrosion Control Metal Finishing Aircraft parts are almost always given some type of surface finish by the manufacturer. The main purpose is to provide corrosion resistance; however, surface finishes may also be applied to increase wear ... resistance or to provide a suitable base for paint. In most instances, the original finishes described in the following paragraphs cannot be restored in the field due to unavailable equipment or other limitations. However, an understanding of the various types…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General PDF page 618
Chapter 13: Mechanic Privileges & Limitations › Mechanic Certification: Subpart D—Mechanics (by 14 CFR Section) › Section 65.79, Skill Requirements
Section 65.77, Experience Requirements Each mechanic applicant must have a certificate of completion from a certificated aviation maintenance technician school (AMTS) (14 CFR part 147) or provide documented evidence of a minimum of 18 months practical experience related to either ... maintenance (30 months required if applying for certification for both airframe and powerplant). Section 65.79, Skill Requirements Oral and practical tests to determine the applicant’s basic knowledge and skills necessary for the certificate or rating sought are required…