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The prevention and control of corrosion on aircraft is whose responsibility?
The prevention and control of corrosion on aircraft is whose responsibility?
Command
Which of the following is a part of a disciplined preventive maintenance program?
Which of the following is a part of a disciplined preventive maintenance program?
Keeping low-point drains open
What is the primary reason aircraft should be cleaned regularly?
What is the primary reason aircraft should be cleaned regularly?
Allow for a thorough inspection
MIL-PRF-85570, Type IV is recommended for cleaning which of the following?
MIL-PRF-85570, Type IV is recommended for cleaning which of the following?
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What is the first step when operating the portable 15 gallon foam generating cleaning unit?
What is the first step when operating the portable 15 gallon foam generating cleaning unit?
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The proper pressure for the air regulator when operating the portable 45 gallon foam generating cleaning unit is between _____ psi.
The proper pressure for the air regulator when operating the portable 45 gallon foam generating cleaning unit is between _____ psi.
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Which of the following requires approximately 14 cfm of air at 50 psi to siphon solvent or cleaner from a container?
Which of the following requires approximately 14 cfm of air at 50 psi to siphon solvent or cleaner from a container?
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Which of the following must be operated in the horizontal position?
Which of the following must be operated in the horizontal position?
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Put the steps for cleaning preparation in the correct sequence.
Put the steps for cleaning preparation in the correct sequence.
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Which of the following should be used prior to lubricating any components or parts to remove any foreign matter from joints, fittings, and bearing surfaces?
Which of the following should be used prior to lubricating any components or parts to remove any foreign matter from joints, fittings, and bearing surfaces?
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The preferred method is _____________ when fresh water is available for rinsing purposes.
The preferred method is _____________ when fresh water is available for rinsing purposes.
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Routine scheduled cleaning should not be performed at temperatures below how many degrees Fahrenheit?
Routine scheduled cleaning should not be performed at temperatures below how many degrees Fahrenheit?
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When performing the post-cleaning procedures, which of the following is used to remove all tape adhesive residues?
When performing the post-cleaning procedures, which of the following is used to remove all tape adhesive residues?
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Which of the following is the first step in the post-cleaning procedures?
Which of the following is the first step in the post-cleaning procedures?
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Aircraft wash rack cleaning waste shall receive the equivalent of what type of sewage treatment?
Aircraft wash rack cleaning waste shall receive the equivalent of what type of sewage treatment?
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If your wash rack is a source of hazardous waste, which of the following should you contact to determine corrective action?
If your wash rack is a source of hazardous waste, which of the following should you contact to determine corrective action?
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Which type of lubricant prevents galvanic corrosion coupling on close tolerance fittings and reduces fretting?
Which type of lubricant prevents galvanic corrosion coupling on close tolerance fittings and reduces fretting?
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Which of the following can be used to apply lubricants?
Which of the following can be used to apply lubricants?
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When applying lubricants through pressure type fittings with a grease gun, clean grease fitting with which of the following before applying lubricant?
When applying lubricants through pressure type fittings with a grease gun, clean grease fitting with which of the following before applying lubricant?
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Which of the following is used to protect metal aircraft parts and components by preventing corrosive materials from contacting and corroding bare metal surfaces?
Which of the following is used to protect metal aircraft parts and components by preventing corrosive materials from contacting and corroding bare metal surfaces?
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Which of the following is a water displacing corrosion preventive compound which forms a clear, dry, flexible film?
Which of the following is a water displacing corrosion preventive compound which forms a clear, dry, flexible film?
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Daily cleaning or wipe down is required on all exposed, unpainted surfaces when deployed within how many miles of salt water and when flown below 3000 feet over salt water?
Daily cleaning or wipe down is required on all exposed, unpainted surfaces when deployed within how many miles of salt water and when flown below 3000 feet over salt water?
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Highly alkaline cleaning compounds, with a pH greater than _____, are not authorized for Navy aircraft.
Highly alkaline cleaning compounds, with a pH greater than _____, are not authorized for Navy aircraft.
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Which of the following is essential to the overall corrosion control program?
Which of the following is essential to the overall corrosion control program?
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Who is responsible for an effective preventive maintenance program?
Who is responsible for an effective preventive maintenance program?
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During scheduled or unscheduled maintenance actions on aviation equipment or components, the area involved as well as those within what distance of the repair or treatment area must be visually inspected for corrosion?
During scheduled or unscheduled maintenance actions on aviation equipment or components, the area involved as well as those within what distance of the repair or treatment area must be visually inspected for corrosion?
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Put the steps for performing a general inspection of aviation equipment in the correct sequence.
Put the steps for performing a general inspection of aviation equipment in the correct sequence.
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What does fluorescent penetrant inspection detect?
What does fluorescent penetrant inspection detect?
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Put the steps for performing an evaluation of corrosion damage in the correct sequence.
Put the steps for performing an evaluation of corrosion damage in the correct sequence.
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When evaluating corrosion damage, a straight edge and what type of magnifying glass may be used to assist in determining if an area has previously been reworked?
When evaluating corrosion damage, a straight edge and what type of magnifying glass may be used to assist in determining if an area has previously been reworked?
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What are the categories used for reporting degrees of corrosion? (Select all that apply)
What are the categories used for reporting degrees of corrosion? (Select all that apply)
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What is the maximum depth that light corrosion is discolored and pitted?
What is the maximum depth that light corrosion is discolored and pitted?
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Corrosion in faying surfaces, seams, and joints is usually detectable by which of the following?
Corrosion in faying surfaces, seams, and joints is usually detectable by which of the following?
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Which type of hinges are especially vulnerable to corrosion?
Which type of hinges are especially vulnerable to corrosion?
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Paint removal by scuff sanding must not go beyond the primer coat, since complete removal of the paint can damage fibers in the surface layers of which of the following?
Paint removal by scuff sanding must not go beyond the primer coat, since complete removal of the paint can damage fibers in the surface layers of which of the following?
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Due to the irregularities in composite surfaces, complete removal of the paint can damage which of the following in the surface layers?
Due to the irregularities in composite surfaces, complete removal of the paint can damage which of the following in the surface layers?
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Which paint removal would you use for areas of several square inches or less?
Which paint removal would you use for areas of several square inches or less?
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Failure to remove all the corrosion may allow the corrosion to continue after affected surfaces are which of the following?
Failure to remove all the corrosion may allow the corrosion to continue after affected surfaces are which of the following?
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Match the scraper to the metals it is used for removing corrosion.
Match the scraper to the metals it is used for removing corrosion.
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What should you use to prepare the surface of water sensitive areas?
What should you use to prepare the surface of water sensitive areas?
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Chemical prepaint treatments are also known as which of the following?
Chemical prepaint treatments are also known as which of the following?
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Chromic acid (Form II powder) is a strong oxidizer and may ignite on contact with organic materials and which of the following?
Chromic acid (Form II powder) is a strong oxidizer and may ignite on contact with organic materials and which of the following?
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What should you do if chemical prepaint treatments accidentally contact the skin or eyes?
What should you do if chemical prepaint treatments accidentally contact the skin or eyes?
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Where should mixing of a chemical prepaint treatment be done, so as to avoid breathing toxic vapors?
Where should mixing of a chemical prepaint treatment be done, so as to avoid breathing toxic vapors?
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Which of the following factors may require more drying time for chemical conversion coatings?
Which of the following factors may require more drying time for chemical conversion coatings?
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With what must the prepared surface be cleaned if it is allowed to become dirty or is scratched?
With what must the prepared surface be cleaned if it is allowed to become dirty or is scratched?
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Under which conditions should you apply corrosion preventive compounds?
Under which conditions should you apply corrosion preventive compounds?
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What is the primary purpose of sealants?
What is the primary purpose of sealants?
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Sealants are used on battery compartments and relief tanks for which of the following reasons?
Sealants are used on battery compartments and relief tanks for which of the following reasons?
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Which of the following generally consists of one component, which cures by reacting with moisture in the air?
Which of the following generally consists of one component, which cures by reacting with moisture in the air?
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How long may it take to achieve a full cure for sealing compounds?
How long may it take to achieve a full cure for sealing compounds?
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The application life of a sealant is the length of time that a mixed sealing compound remains usable at 75° Fahrenheit and how much relative humidity?
The application life of a sealant is the length of time that a mixed sealing compound remains usable at 75° Fahrenheit and how much relative humidity?
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An increase of how much temperature above 75° Fahrenheit is necessary to cut the application time by approximately half?
An increase of how much temperature above 75° Fahrenheit is necessary to cut the application time by approximately half?
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What should you do with the sealant kit if the working time is not suitable for the intended purpose?
What should you do with the sealant kit if the working time is not suitable for the intended purpose?
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Why should care be taken when using rivet nozzles?
Why should care be taken when using rivet nozzles?
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Which style of semkit holds proportioned amounts of the two components separated by an aluminum barrier?
Which style of semkit holds proportioned amounts of the two components separated by an aluminum barrier?
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Which of the following is an example of a fairing or smoothing tool for working sealants and adhesives into seams?
Which of the following is an example of a fairing or smoothing tool for working sealants and adhesives into seams?
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Which kind of sealant smoothing tools may be manufactured as needed to fit a specific situation?
Which kind of sealant smoothing tools may be manufactured as needed to fit a specific situation?
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Which of the following sealants is non-toxic?
Which of the following sealants is non-toxic?
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RTV silicone adhesive/sealants conforming to MIL-A-46106 emit acetic acid and, therefore, are which of the following?
RTV silicone adhesive/sealants conforming to MIL-A-46106 emit acetic acid and, therefore, are which of the following?
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Which type of brush should you use to clean around bolts, rivets, or other hard to reach areas?
Which type of brush should you use to clean around bolts, rivets, or other hard to reach areas?
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When applying sealants, what should you not allow to happen to the solvent, because it will allow some or all of the oil and dirt to redeposit, making it impossible to be removed with a dry cloth?
When applying sealants, what should you not allow to happen to the solvent, because it will allow some or all of the oil and dirt to redeposit, making it impossible to be removed with a dry cloth?
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For how much of its original shelf life can a batch of sealant be extended if it achieves approximately the same hardness as sealant from kits that are not over aged?
For how much of its original shelf life can a batch of sealant be extended if it achieves approximately the same hardness as sealant from kits that are not over aged?
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In general, store paint materials between _____ and 100 degrees Fahrenheit?
In general, store paint materials between _____ and 100 degrees Fahrenheit?
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If during a test of paint material the material dries properly, the shelf life may be extended for how long?
If during a test of paint material the material dries properly, the shelf life may be extended for how long?
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The primary purpose of any paint system is the protection against which of the following and other forms of deterioration?
The primary purpose of any paint system is the protection against which of the following and other forms of deterioration?
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Which of the following would be considered an operational use for painting?
Which of the following would be considered an operational use for painting?
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FED-STD-595 (color fandeck) provides a list of paint colors represented in five digit numbers. Match the description to the number which represents that description.
FED-STD-595 (color fandeck) provides a list of paint colors represented in five digit numbers. Match the description to the number which represents that description.
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How long may it take to achieve a full cure for sealing compounds?
How long may it take to achieve a full cure for sealing compounds?
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Electrostatic painting is useful for painting small areas and produces _____ overspray with _____ transfer efficiency.
Electrostatic painting is useful for painting small areas and produces _____ overspray with _____ transfer efficiency.
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Brushes and rollers are _____ for touch-up painting.
Brushes and rollers are _____ for touch-up painting.
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Paint equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned immediately after use or at least every how many hours?
Paint equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned immediately after use or at least every how many hours?
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Which of the following is true of using paint equipment?
Which of the following is true of using paint equipment?
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Which of these is true concerning surface preparation?
Which of these is true concerning surface preparation?
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How should unevenly etched faying surface joints or fasteners and sharply protruding objects or corners be scuff sanded?
How should unevenly etched faying surface joints or fasteners and sharply protruding objects or corners be scuff sanded?
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All aircraft shall be _____ during all painting procedures in order to guard against the danger of fire from static electricity.
All aircraft shall be _____ during all painting procedures in order to guard against the danger of fire from static electricity.
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The epoxy paint system consists of which of the following and a compatible topcoat?
The epoxy paint system consists of which of the following and a compatible topcoat?
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MIL-PRF-81352, Type I, acrylic lacquer coating can be used for application of/on which of the following where environmental regulations permit?
MIL-PRF-81352, Type I, acrylic lacquer coating can be used for application of/on which of the following where environmental regulations permit?
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What is the health hazard while breathing the vapors from organic solvents?
What is the health hazard while breathing the vapors from organic solvents?
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All permanent structures shall be installed with MIL-PRF-81733 sealant at which of the following surfaces?
All permanent structures shall be installed with MIL-PRF-81733 sealant at which of the following surfaces?
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All removable structures shall be installed at the faying surfaces with which type of sealant?
All removable structures shall be installed at the faying surfaces with which type of sealant?
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All rivets shall be installed wet with MIL-PRF-81733 sealant, except those located where?
All rivets shall be installed wet with MIL-PRF-81733 sealant, except those located where?
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Which method should be used for applying corrosion preventive compound to interior surfaces of tubing closed by welded end plugs or components?
Which method should be used for applying corrosion preventive compound to interior surfaces of tubing closed by welded end plugs or components?
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Where is the source for water intrusion found on cases and covers?
Where is the source for water intrusion found on cases and covers?
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With how many coats of epoxy primer should electrical conduit (exterior) and junction boxes (interior and exterior) be coated to electrically insulate them?
With how many coats of epoxy primer should electrical conduit (exterior) and junction boxes (interior and exterior) be coated to electrically insulate them?
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Which compound is used to prevent corrosion on pin and/or pin receptacle end of connectors?
Which compound is used to prevent corrosion on pin and/or pin receptacle end of connectors?
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To prevent malfunctions caused by EMI, what must be either built into the avionic device or added to access panels and doors?
To prevent malfunctions caused by EMI, what must be either built into the avionic device or added to access panels and doors?
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As a general rule, grease shall not be applied to rubber parts, but some parts require a grease coating. Which of the following is one of those parts?
As a general rule, grease shall not be applied to rubber parts, but some parts require a grease coating. Which of the following is one of those parts?
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With respect to depleted uranium counterweights, if corrosion occurs, what should you apply to prevent further corrosion?
With respect to depleted uranium counterweights, if corrosion occurs, what should you apply to prevent further corrosion?
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What should you not do to depleted uranium under any circumstances?
What should you not do to depleted uranium under any circumstances?
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Which of the following best represents the mixture ratio of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water used to clean battery compartments?
Which of the following best represents the mixture ratio of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water used to clean battery compartments?
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How often should interior and exterior relief tube areas be inspected and cleaned?
How often should interior and exterior relief tube areas be inspected and cleaned?
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If the surface of a steel cable is corroded, how should you relieve cable tension and force the cable open to inspect it?
If the surface of a steel cable is corroded, how should you relieve cable tension and force the cable open to inspect it?
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What should you always use on bare cadmium plating to prevent corrosion?
What should you always use on bare cadmium plating to prevent corrosion?
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What is the main purpose of emergency preparations?
What is the main purpose of emergency preparations?
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Under emergency conditions, who is responsible for minimizing damage?
Under emergency conditions, who is responsible for minimizing damage?
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Which of these is a true statement concerning priority removal?
Which of these is a true statement concerning priority removal?
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Before starting emergency treatment, it is imperative that which of the following supervise purging or inerting procedures and certify that the aircraft is fire and explosion safe?
Before starting emergency treatment, it is imperative that which of the following supervise purging or inerting procedures and certify that the aircraft is fire and explosion safe?
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Components that are removed from the aircraft are tagged for identification purposes. When tagging components, make sure to indicate which of the following?
Components that are removed from the aircraft are tagged for identification purposes. When tagging components, make sure to indicate which of the following?
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Study Notes
Corrosion Control Responsibilities
- Prevention and control of corrosion on aircraft is the responsibility of command.
- An effective preventive maintenance program involves keeping low-point drains open.
Importance of Cleaning and Maintenance
- Regular cleaning allows for thorough inspection of aircraft.
- Routine scheduled cleaning should not be conducted below 40°F to ensure effectiveness.
- Daily wipe-down is needed within 3 miles of salt water or when flying below 3,000 feet over salt water.
Cleaning Procedures and Materials
- Recommended cleaning for exhaust tracks and gun blast deposits is MIL-PRF-85570, Type IV.
- First step when using a foam cleaning unit is to release pressure.
- The correct pressure setting for an air regulator on a foam unit is between 30-70 psi.
- For effective cleaning, use non-woven cleaning cloths to remove foreign matter before lubrication.
Corrosion Prevention and Lubrication
- Use MIL-L-46010 lubricant to prevent galvanic corrosion on close tolerance fittings.
- Corrosion preventive compounds protect metal surfaces from corrosive materials.
- Water displacing corrosion preventive compound forming a clear, dry film is MIL-C-85054.
Evaluation and Inspection of Corrosion
- Corrosion degrees are categorized as light, moderate, and severe.
- Light corrosion results in discoloration and pitting not exceeding one mil (0.001 inch).
- Areas within 36 inches of maintenance activities must be visually inspected for corrosion.
Treatment and Sealants
- Chemical prepaint treatments, known as chemical films, prepare surfaces for painting.
- Sealants, such as MIL-A-46146, are intended to prevent moisture intrusion and may take up to 7 days to fully cure.
- Permanent structures require MIL-PRF-81733 sealant at faying surfaces, while removable structures use Class B sealant.
Safety and Health Considerations
- Care must be taken to prevent solvent evaporation during application; otherwise, dirt and oil may redeposit.
- When handling chromic acid, flush with clean water if accidental skin or eye contact occurs.
Surface Preparation and Paint Applications
- During surface preparation, avoid damaging the structural integrity of materials through abrasion.
- Thorough cleaning of paint equipment is required immediately after use or every 2 hours.
Emergency Preparations
- All personnel are responsible for minimizing damage during emergency conditions.
- Identification tags on removed components must indicate the preservation method used.
Conclusion
- Understanding proper corrosion control methods, inspection protocols, and maintenance is essential for aircraft safety and longevity. Regular training and adherence to procedures ensure effective management of corrosion-related issues in aviation.
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This quiz covers essential responsibilities for preventing and controlling corrosion on aircraft, including the importance of regular cleaning and maintenance. You'll learn recommended procedures and materials for effective cleaning, as well as lubrication methods to combat corrosion. Test your knowledge on key practices that ensure aircraft safety and longevity.