AVMT 253 - Powerplant Group III: Engine Inspection / Propellers

(3 credits)

Lecture:

Inspection requirements under 14 CFR part 43 and 14 CFR part 91. Identification of life-limited parts and their replacement interval. Special inspections. Use of FAA approved data. Compliance with service letters, service bulletins, instructions for continued airworthiness, ADs, or TCDSs. Maintenance recordkeeping requirements under 14 CFR part 43. Engine component inspection, checking, and servicing. Engine mounts, mounting hardware, and the inspection and checking of each. A compression test on a reciprocating engine. Maintenance on an operating reciprocating engine. Maintenance on an operating turbine engine

Lab:

Perform a compression check on a cylinder. Perform a portion of a required inspection on an engine. Check engine controls for proper operation and adjustment. Inspect an engine for leaks after performing maintenance. Inspect an aircraft engine accessory for serviceability. Perform an engine start and inspect engine operational parameters. Perform a portion of a 100-hour inspection on an engine in accordance with part 43. Inspect an engine mount to determine serviceability. Evaluate powerplant for compliance with FAA-approved or manufacturer data. Perform a powerplant records inspection. Inspect for compliance with applicable Ads. Determine engine installation eligibility. Determine compliance with engine specifications, TCDS, or engine listings. Inspect engine records for time of cycles on life-limited parts.

This class consists of 1 lesson and 2 labs.

Propellers

Lecture:

Propeller theory and operation. Types of propellers and blade design. Propeller servicing, maintenance, and inspection requirements. Procedures for removal and installation of a propeller. Propeller TCDS. Propeller ice control systems. Ground operation. Propeller maintenance and inspections. Pitch control and adjustment. Constant speed propeller and governor theory

and operation. Turbine engine propeller reverse/beta range operation. Propeller synchronization systems.

Lab:

Remove and install a propeller. Check blade static tracking. Inspect a propeller for condition and airworthiness. Measure propeller blade angle. Perform a minor repair to a metal propeller blade. Locate and explain the procedures for balancing a fixed pitch propeller. Perform a 100 hour inspection of a propeller and determine airworthiness. Determine what minor propeller alterations are acceptable using the propeller specifications, TCDS, and listings. Perform propeller lubrication. Adjust a propeller governor. Identify propeller range of operation. Inspect and repair a propeller anti icing or de-icing system.

This class consists of 2 lessons and 2 labs.