Aviation maintenance technician handbook-airframe (2025) : Faa-H-8083-31b / Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Aeronautics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1063 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Newcastle, Washington : Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc., [2023]

Summary:

The 'Aviation Maintenance Technician' handbook is one of three guides designed for individuals preparing for certification as airframe or powerplant mechanics. It provides foundational knowledge on principles, fundamentals, and technical procedures related to airframe maintenance. Topics covered include airframe construction, assembly and rigging, fabric covering, structural repairs, and aircraft welding, along with an explanation of various airframe systems. The handbook is intended for students in formal training programs and self-study individuals. It complements other manuals and textbooks, offering generalized information that may require additional reference for detailed understanding. This publication, produced by the Federal Aviation Administration, aims to support the understanding and application of maintenance standards without replacing official regulations. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Copyright

Title page

Preface

Acknowledgments

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Aircraft Structures

A Brief History of Aircraft Structures

General

Major Structural Stresses

Fixed-Wing Aircraft

Fuselage

Pressurization

Wings

Wing Configurations

Wing Structure

Wing Spars

Wing Ribs

Wing Skin

Nacelles

Empennage

Flight Control Surfaces

Primary Flight Control Surfaces

Dual Purpose Flight Control Surfaces

Secondary or Auxiliary Control Surfaces

Other Wing Features

Landing Gear

Tail Wheel Gear Configuration

Tricycle Gear Configuration

Maintaining the Aircraft

Location Numbering Systems

Access &amp

Inspection Panels

Helicopter Structures

Airframe

Landing Gear or Skids

Powerplant &amp

Transmission

Main Rotor System

Fully Articulated Rotor System

Antitorque System

Controls

Chapter 2: Aerodynamics, Aircraft Assembly, &amp

Rigging

Introduction

Basic Aerodynamics

The Atmosphere

Pressure

Density

Humidity

Aerodynamics &amp

the Laws of Physics

Velocity &amp

Acceleration

Newton's Laws of Motion

Bernoulli's Principle &amp

Subsonic Flow

Airfoil

Shape of the Airfoil

Angle of Incidence

Angle of Attack (AOA)

Boundary Layer

Thrust &amp

Drag

Center of Gravity (CG)

The Axes of an Aircraft

Stability &amp

Control

Static Stability

Dynamic Stability

Longitudinal Stability

Directional Stability

Lateral Stability

Dutch Roll

Primary Flight Controls

Trim Controls

Auxiliary Lift Devices

Lift Augmenting

Lift Decreasing

Winglets

Canard Wings

Wing Fences

Control Systems for Large Aircraft

Mechanical Control

Hydromechanical Control

Fly-By-Wire Control

High-Speed Aerodynamics

Rotary-Wing Aircraft Assembly &amp.

Rigging

Configurations of Rotary-Wing Aircraft

Autogyro

Single Rotor Helicopter

Dual Rotor Helicopter

Types of Rotor Systems

Fully Articulated Rotor

Semirigid Rotor

Rigid Rotor

Forces Acting on the Helicopter

Torque Compensation

Gyroscopic Forces

Helicopter Flight Conditions

Hovering Flight

Vertical Flight

Forward Flight

Autorotation

Rotorcraft Controls

Swash Plate Assembly

Collective Pitch Control

Throttle Control

Governor/Correlator

Cyclic Pitch Control

Antitorque Pedals

Stabilizer Systems

Bell Stabilizer Bar System

Offset Flapping Hinge

Stability Augmentation Systems (SAS)

Helicopter Vibration

Extreme Low Frequency Vibration

Low Frequency Vibration

Medium Frequency Vibration

High Frequency Vibration

Rotor Blade Tracking

Flag &amp

Pole

Electronic Blade Tracker

Tail Rotor Tracking

Marking Method

Electronic Method

Rotor Blade Preservation &amp

Storage

Helicopter Power Systems

Powerplant

Reciprocating Engine

Turbine Engine

Transmission System

Main Rotor Transmission

Clutch

Freewheeling Unit

Airplane Assembly &amp

Rebalancing of Control Surfaces

Rebalancing Procedures

Rebalancing Methods

Aircraft Rigging

Rigging Specifications

Airplane Assembly

Control Operating Systems

Rigging Checks

Biplane Assembly &amp

Aircraft Inspection

Purpose of Inspection Programs

Performing an Airframe Conformity &amp

Airworthiness Inspection

Required Inspections

Preflight

Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Altimeter &amp

Static System Inspections in Accordance with 14 CFR Part 91, Section 91.411

Air Traffic Control (ATC) Transponder Inspections

Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Operational &amp.

Maintenance Practices in Accordance with Advisory Circular (AC) 91‑44

Annual &amp

100-Hour Inspections

Preparation

Other Aircraft Inspection &amp

Maintenance Programs

Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP)

Title 14 CFR part 125, section 125.247, Inspection Programs &amp

Maintenance

Piston-Engine &amp

Turbine-Powered Helicopter Inspections

Light Sport Aircraft &amp

Aircraft Certificated as Experimental

Chapter 3: Aircraft Fabric Covering

General History

Fabric Terms

Legal Aspects of Fabric Covering

Approved Materials

Fabric

Other Fabric Covering Materials

Available Covering Processes

Determining Fabric Condition-Repair or Recover?

Fabric Strength

How Fabric Breaking Strength is Determined

Fabric Testing Devices

General Fabric Covering Process

Blanket Method vs. Envelope Method

Preparation for Fabric Covering Work

Removal of Old Fabric Coverings

Preparation of the Airframe Before Covering

Attaching Polyester Fabric to the Airframe

Seams

Fabric Cement

Fabric Heat Shrinking

Attaching Fabric to the Wing Ribs

Rib Lacing

Rings, Grommets, &amp

Gussets

Finishing Tapes

Coating the Fabric

Polyester Fabric Repairs

Applicable Instructions

Repair Considerations

Cotton-Covered Aircraft

Fiberglass Coverings

Chapter 4: Aircraft Metal Structural Repair

Aircraft Metal Structural Repair

Stresses in Structural Members

Tools for Sheet Metal Construction &amp

Repair

Layout Tools

Marking Tools

Pens

Scribes

Punches

Prick Punch

Center Punch

Automatic Center Punch

Transfer Punch

Drive Punch

Pin Punch

Chassis Punch

Awl

Hole Duplicator

Cutting Tools

Circular-Cutting Saws

Kett Saw

Pneumatic Circular-Cutting Saw

Reciprocating Saw

Cut-off Wheel

Nibblers.

Shop Tools

Squaring Shear

Throatless Shear

Scroll Shears

Rotary Punch Press

Band Saw

Disc Sander

Belt Sander

Notcher

Wet or Dry Grinder

Grinding Wheels

Hand Cutting Tools

Straight Snips

Aviation Snips

Files

Die Grinder

Burring Tool

Hole Drilling

Portable Power Drills

Drill Press

Drill Extensions &amp

Adapters

Types of Drill Bits

Drill Bit Sizes

Drill Lubrication

Reamers

Drill Stops

Drill Bushings &amp

Guides

Drill Bushing Holder Types

Chip Chasers

Forming Tools

Bar Folding Machine

Cornice Brake

Box &amp

Pan Brake (Finger Brake)

Press Brake

Slip Roll Former

Rotary Machine

Stretch Forming

Drop Hammer

Hydropress Forming

Spin Forming

Forming with an English Wheel

Piccolo Former

Shrinking &amp

Stretching Tools

Sheet Metal Holding Devices

Clamps &amp

Vises

Reusable Sheet Metal Fasteners

Aluminum Alloys

Structural Fasteners

Solid Shank Rivet

Special Purpose Fasteners

Forming Process

Forming Operations &amp

Terms

Stretching

Shrinking

Bumping

Crimping

Folding Sheet Metal

Layout &amp

Forming

Terminology

Layout or Flat Pattern Development

Making Straight Line Bends

Using a Sheet Metal Brake to Fold Metal

Folding a Box

Open &amp

Closed Bends

Hand Forming

Working Stainless Steel

Working Inconel® Alloys 625 &amp

718

Working Magnesium

Working Titanium

Basic Principles of Sheet Metal Repair

Maintaining Original Strength

Shear Strength &amp

Bearing Strength

Maintaining Original Contour

Keeping Weight to a Minimum

Flutter &amp

Vibration Precautions

Inspection of Damage

Types of Damage &amp

Defects

Classification of Damage

Repairability of Sheet Metal Structure

Structural Support During Repair.

Assessment of Damage

Inspection of Riveted Joints

Inspection for Corrosion

Damage Removal

Approval of Repair

Repair of Stressed Skin Structure

Typical Repairs for Aircraft Structures

Chapter 5: Aircraft Welding

Types of Welding

Gas Welding

Electric Arc Welding

Electric Resistance Welding

Plasma Arc Welding (PAW)

Plasma Arc Cutting

Gas Welding &amp

Cutting Equipment

Welding Gases

Pressure Regulators

Welding Hose

Check Valves &amp

Flashback Arrestors

Torches

Torch Tips

Welding Eyewear

Equipment Setup

Lighting &amp

Adjusting the Torch

Different Flames

Oxy-acetylene Cutting

Shutting Down the Gas Welding Equipment

Gas Welding Procedures &amp

Techniques

Correct Forming of a Weld

Characteristics of a Good Weld

Oxy-Acetylene Welding of Ferrous Metals

Steel (Including SAE 4130)

Chrome Molybdenum

Stainless Steel

Oxy-Acetylene Welding of Nonferrous Metals

Aluminum Welding

Magnesium Welding

Brazing &amp

Soldering

Torch Brazing of Steel

Torch Brazing of Aluminum

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG Welding)

TIG Welding 4130 Steel Tubing

TIG Welding Stainless Steel

TIG Welding Aluminum

TIG Welding Magnesium

TIG Welding Titanium

Arc Welding Procedures, Techniques, &amp

Welding Safety Equipment

Multiple Pass Welding

Techniques of Position Welding

Flat Position Welding

Vertical Position Welding

Overhead Position Welding

Expansion &amp

Contraction of Metals

Welded Joints Using Oxy-Acetylene Torch

Butt Joints

Tee Joints

Edge Joints

Corner Joints

Lap Joints

Repair of Steel Tubing Aircraft Structure by Welding

Dents at a Cluster Weld

Dents Between Clusters

Tube Splicing with Inside Sleeve Reinforcement.

Tube Splicing with Outer Split Sleeve Reinforcement.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-64425-360-7

OCLC:

1396696562