12 Cleaning And Corrosion Flashcards
- Is there any requirement for cleaning an aircraft prior to an annual or 100hr inspection?
It is not only good, common sense, but it is a legal requirement as specified in 14 CFR Part 43, Appendix D.
- Discuss the general precautions that should be observed when washing an airplane.
Avoid or protect areas, which may be damaged or contaminated, such as: pitot and static ports, hinges, sealed areas, and bearings.
- What are some of the more common light duty cleaning agents?
Soap or detergents and water.
- What materials are commonly used as heavy duty cleaners?
Solvents and emulsions.
- What are the preferred cleaners for plastic surfaces such as windshields?
Mild soap and water or a manufacturer approved cleaner.
- What type of cleaning agents should be used to remove grease, oil, or fuel from aircraft tires?
Soap and water.
- Give at least 3 examples of the factors that cause or influence corrosion.
- Environmental conditions
- Presence of dissimilar metals
- Type of metal
- Presence of electrolytes and/or contaminants
- Condition of protective coatings
- Name at least 3 forms of corrosion.
Surface, Intergranular, Filiform, Galvanic, Oxidation, Pitting, Stress, Fretting
- Name at least one cause of filliform corrosion.
- Improper or incomplete curing of a wash primer prior to painting.
- Failure to completely wash off acidic surface contamination.
- What are the visible signs of filliform corrosion?
Blistered paint surfaces or worm or threadlike tracks or patterns under the paint.
- What are the 2 primary factors that may cause development of stress corrosion cracks?
A corrosive environment and sustained tensile stress.
- What are the visible signs of fretting corrosion?
The corrosion residue has a dark, smoky appearance and often appears around streaming back from rivet heads.
- Why are piano type hinges prime spots for corrosion?
The steel pin and aluminum hinge material are dissimilar metals and the hinge design tends to trap moisture and contaminants.
- What is the best way to protect piano hinges from corrosion?
Keep them clean and properly lubricated.
- Provide at least 4 examples of procedures used to prevent corrosion.
Cleaning, Lubrication, Treatment, Sealing, Inspection, Installing protective covers, Keeping drain holes free and clear