CDP Flashcards
What tool is used to measure the gap between wire lays?
Feeler gauge
What is the maximum gap between wire strands on the CDP?
1/8 inch
Which tool is used to measure the thickness of gaco on the tape?
Slide caliper
What must be performed after each arrestment?
R-2, R-3, and Q-2R
What is the easiest way to check the tape connector (cowbell) for wear?
Using a steel ruler
What is an aircraft called that misses the CDP while trying to complete a trap?
Bolter
How should old tapes be cut?
With a K-12 saw using a mixture of oil and mogas (2-cycle)
What does the tape pressure roller arm do?
Keeps the purchase tape from butter flying
What is the sheave nearest the runway called?
Bi-directional sheave
What is the function of the deflector sheave?
Creates a mechanical advantage in assisting tension on tape
List the components of a sheave.
- Wear plates x4
- Zirc fittings
- Post
- Roller
- Ball bearings x2
- Gaskets x2
- O-rings x2
- Inner and outer race
- Spacers x2
What should be done if the sheaves start to smoke during retrieval?
Stop retrieval and verify sheaves have adequate grease lubrication and bearings aren’t seized
What indicates worn donuts (wire supports)?
- Excessive wear
- Missing chunks of rubber
- Light passing through the center
- Won’t allow for minimum height requirements
What can be used as a suitable donut replacement if donuts are not available?
A nose wheel tire off of a F-14 or F-18 aircraft cut in half
What is the first step if the CDP is parted or broken?
STOP! Don’t touch the CDP.
Who should be notified if the CDP is broken?
- Chambers Tower
- Work center supervisor
- QA
- LCPO
*lakehurst
What does the rotary hydrodynamic principle mean?
Fluid flowing over vanes causing turbulence and slowdown
What is the energy absorber?
Equipment that utilizes the rotary hydrodynamic principle
Fill in the blank: To replace a purchase tape, you must take the uncrated new tape utilizing a _______.
Fork lift
What is the process to remove the old tape from the drum?
Utilizing the tractor to expel all the tape off the drum
What should be done with the old tape after cutting it?
Cut into 10ft sections using the K-12 saw
What should be recorded on the ARB (aircraft review board)?
Information on the new tape
What is the final step in securing the new tape?
Pull end of tape through and secure to spindle
