Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › II. Airframe › Task E. Landing Gear Systems

AM.II.E.S29

Skill

Inspect tube landing gear for damage.

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Get a short, cited explanation of this element written from the FAA handbooks: the core idea, the numbers that matter, common test traps, and a quick self-check.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 5-33
Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding › Repair of Steel Tubing Aircraft Structure by Welding › Landing Gear Repairs
gear may be repaired by welding while others, when damaged, may require replacement. Representative types of repairable and nonrepairable landing gear assemblies are shown in Figure 5-51. The landing gear types shown in A, B, and C of this ... replacement at a cluster by outer sleeve method. Figure 5-51. Representative types of repairable and nonrepairable landing gear assemblies. The landing gear assembly type D is generally nonrepairable for the following reasons: 1. The lower axle stub is usually…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 13-36
Chapter 13: Aircraft Landing Gear Systems › Wheel Inspection › Proper Installation
through such a hole if a tube-type tire is used. Wheel Inspection An aircraft wheel assembly is inspected while on the aircraft as often as possible. A more detailed inspection and any testing or repairs may be accomplished with ... Inspection The general condition of the aircraft wheel assemblies can be inspected while on the aircraft. Any signs of suspected damage that may require removal of the wheel assembly from the aircraft should be investigated. Proper Installation The landing gear…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 13-85
Chapter 13: Aircraft Landing Gear Systems › Aircraft Tires & Tubes › Tire Inspection Off of the Aircraft
The wheel rim must also be inspected for damage. An effective seal…