Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › III. Powerplant › Task C. Engine Inspection

AM.III.C.R3

Risk management

Maintenance on an operating turbine engine.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-45
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Turbine Engine Maintenance › Inspection & Cleaning
Inspection & Cleaning Minor damage to axial-flow engine compressor blades may be…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-44
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Turbine Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Turbine powerplant maintenance procedures vary widely according to the design and construction of the particular engine being serviced. The detailed procedures recommended by the engine manufacturer should be followed when performing inspections or maintenance. Maintenance information presented ... intended to specify the exact manner in which maintenance operations are to be performed but is included to convey a general idea of the procedures involved. For inspection purposes, the turbine engine is divided into two main sections: the cold…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-45
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Turbine Engine Maintenance › Causes of Blade Damage
Check each vane for cracks by slowly turning the compressor. Look for…