Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › II. Airframe › Task A. Metallic Structures

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Procedures for weld repairs.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 14-19
Chapter 14: Aircraft Fuel Systems › Fuel Tanks › Rigid Removable Fuel Tanks
fuel tanks must be done in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications. It is especially critical to follow all safety procedures when welding repairs are performed. Fuel vapors must be removed from the tank to prevent explosion. This typically involves washing…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 5-15
Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding › Oxy-Acetylene Welding of Ferrous Metals › Steel (Including SAE 4130)
materials that are gas welded most frequently. As the carbon content of steel increases, it may be repaired by welding using specific procedures for various alloy types. Factors involved are the carbon content and hardenability. For corrosion-resistant and heat…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 4-85
Chapter 4: Aircraft Metal Structural Repair › Basic Principles of Sheet Metal Repair › Maintaining Original Strength
condition of each rivet, bolt, and weld. Inspect skin for wrinkles throughout a large area. Check the operation of all movable parts in the area. • Determine if repair would be the best procedure. In any aircraft sheet metal repair…