TM 55-1520-240-23-4
5-63.3
INSPECT ROTOR SYSTEM AFTER EXTREME BLADE FLAPPING (SAILING)
5-63.3
INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Aircraft Mechanics Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Bond Test Unit
Materials:
None
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer
References:
Task 5-8
Task 5-9
Task 5-64
Task 5-84
TM 1-1500-335-23
TM 1-1520-253-23
Equipment Condition:
Battery Disconnected (Task 1-39)
Electrical Power Off
Hydraulic Power Off
Work Platforms Open as Required (Task 2-2)
1.
Visually inspect entire blade (1) for obvious
damage. Make a special check of the following
areas. If a void is suspected, refer to TM
1-1520-253-23.
a.
Check jumper strip (2) for unbending.
b.
Check trailing edge of nose cap (3) along the
inboard end for unbending.
c.
Check root end area of spar (4) for
delamination.
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