Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › III. Powerplant › Task L. Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems

AM.III.L.R1

Risk management

Maintenance and inspection of exhaust system components.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 3-22
Chapter 3: Induction & Exhaust Systems › Reciprocating Engine Exhaust Systems › Reciprocating Engine Exhaust System Maintenance Practices
Reciprocating Engine Exhaust System Maintenance Practices Any exhaust system failure should be regarded as a severe hazard. Depending on the location and type of failure, an exhaust system failure can result in carbon monoxide poisoning of crew and passengers, partial ... exhaust system components vary somewhat with the type of aircraft, the inspection requirements for most reciprocating engine exhaust systems are very similar. The following paragraphs include a discussion of the most common exhaust system inspection items and procedures…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 3-27
Chapter 3: Induction & Exhaust Systems › Thrust Reversers
systems. The systems are locked in the stowed position until commanded to deploy by the flight deck. Since there are several moving parts, maintenance and inspection requirements are very important. While performing any type of maintenance, the reverser system must ... mechanically locked out from deploying while personnel are in the area of the reverser system. Figure 3-48. Engine exhaust gases are blocked and diverted in a reserve direction during thrust reversal…