AM.II.E.S7
SkillInspect wheels, brakes, bearings, and tires.
From the FAA library
- Chapter 13: Aircraft Landing Gear Systems › Landing Gear System Maintenance
that no trouble spots are undetected. Periodically, it is necessary to inspect shock struts, trunnion and brace assemblies and bearings, shimmy dampers, wheels, wheel bearings, tires, and brakes. Landing gear position indicators, lights, and warning horns must also be checked…
- Chapter 13: Aircraft Landing Gear Systems › Wheel Inspection › Proper Installation
tire require that the wheel assembly be removed for inspection. All other wheels with brakes and thermal plugs should be inspected closely while on the aircraft to determine if they too have overheated. Each wheel should be observed overall ... areas on the wheel that show significant impact damage. Axle Nut Torque Axle nut torque is of extreme importance on an aircraft wheel installation. If the nut is too loose, the bearing and wheel assembly may have excessive movement…
- Chapter 10: Inspection Concepts & Techniques › Special Inspections
insecure attachment. (11) Cowling—for cracks, and defects. (e) Each person performing an annual or 100-hour inspection shall inspect (where applicable) the following components of the landing gear group: (1) All units—for poor condition and insecurity of attachment ... leakage. (6) Electrical system—for chafing and improper operation of switches. (7) Wheels—for cracks, defects, and condition of bearings. (8) Tires—for wear and cuts. (9) Brakes—for improper adjustment. (10) Floats and skis—for insecure attachment and obvious…