Aviation mechanic series : General / Dale Crane.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Crane, Dale, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Airplanes--Maintenance and repair.

Airplanes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (801 pages)

Edition:

Fifth edition.

Place of Publication:

Newcastle, Washington : Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc., [2022]

Summary:

The 'Aviation Mechanic Series: General' is an educational resource aimed at providing foundational knowledge for aspiring aviation maintenance technicians. Authored by Dale Crane and updated by Keith Anderson, the fifth edition covers vital topics such as mathematics, physics, electricity, and aircraft maintenance procedures. The book aligns with the FAA's core curriculum and prepares readers for the Airmen Certification Standards. It serves both as a preparatory guide for FAA technician exams and a reference for current professionals in the aviation maintenance field. Intended for students and professionals, the series emphasizes the importance of understanding modern aircraft systems and adhering to updated FAA regulations. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Copyright

Contents

Preface

About the Editorial Team

1. An Introduction to Aviation

Aviation History

2. Mathematics

Why Study Mathematics?

Numerals

Number Systems

Arithmetic

Fractions

Ratio and Proportion

Percentage

Signed Numbers

Powers and Roots

Scientific Notation

Trigonometry

Mathematical Sequence

Practical Measurements

Answers to Chapter 2 Study Questions

3. Basic Physics

Matter

Weight and Mass

Energy

Work and Power

Force and Motion

Vectors

Stress and Strain

Heat and Temperature

Pressure

Gas Laws

Fluid Mechanics

Vibration and Sound

Light

Answers to Chapter 3 Study Questions

4. Basic Electricity

An Introduction to Electricity

Types of Electricity

Production of Electricity

Electrical Relationships

Direct Current Electricity

Alternating Current Electricity

Electrical Circuit Components

Solid-State Devices

Integrated Circuits

Chemical Energy into Electricity

Lithium Batteries

Aircraft Batteries

Magnetism

Electric Motors

Electrical Generators

Aircraft Electrical Circuits

Answers to Chapter 4 Study Questions

5. Aircraft Drawings

Types of Aircraft Drawings

Drawing Views

Drawing Practices

Charts

Answers to Chapter 5 Study Questions

6. Weight and Balance

Weight and Balance Theory

Weight and Balance Documentation

Weighing the Aircraft

Locating the Center of Gravity

Single-Engine Aircraft Weight and Balance Computations

Twin-Engine Airplane Weight and Balance Computations

Adverse-Loaded CG Checks

Center of Gravity Change After Repair or Alteration

Determination of Needed Ballast

Large Aircraft Weight and Balance Computations

Weight and Balance Computations with an Electronic Computer

Answers to Chapter 6 Study Questions.

7. Materials and Processes

Handling of Materials and Parts

Materials

Metal Heat Treatment

Nondestructive Inspection (NDI)

Aircraft Hardware

Measuring Devices

Answers to Chapter 7 Study Questions

8. Cleaning and Corrosion Control

Cleaning

Corrosion Control

Surface Finishes

Answers to Chapter 8 Study Questions

9. Fluid Lines and Fittings

Fluid Lines

Fluid Line Fittings

Answers to Chapter 9 Study Questions

10. Ground Operation and Servicing

Fire Protection

Safety in the Shop and on the Flight Line

Aviation Fuels

Aircraft Fueling

Aircraft Movement and Ground Operations

Aircraft Tiedown

Aircraft Jacking and Hoisting

Aircraft Icing Protection

Engine Operation

Answers to Chapter 10 Study Questions

11. Regulations and Maintenance Publications

Federal Control of Aviation

Federal Aviation Regulations

Advisory Circulars

Aircraft Certification

Airworthiness Directives

Technical Standard Orders (TSO) and Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA)

Manufacturer's Maintenance or Service Manuals

Inoperative Equipment

ATA 100 Specifications

Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM)

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Answers to Chapter 11 Study Questions

12. Mechanic Privileges and Limitations

Introduction

Maintenance Classifications

Classification of Maintenance Airmen

Answers to Chapter 12 Study Questions

13. Maintenance Forms and Records

Maintenance and Inspection Records

Maintenance Forms

Answers to Chapter 13 Study Questions

14. Tools for Aircraft Maintenance

Measuring and Layout Tools

Holding Tools

Safety-Wiring Tools

Bending and Forming Tools

Tools for Forming Compound Curves

Cutting Tools

Threads and Threading Tools

Torque and Torque Wrenches

Pounding Tools

Punches

Wrenches

Screwdrivers.

Answers to Chapter 14 Study Questions

15. Entering the Field of Aviation Maintenance

The Aviation Industry

What Do You Want?

16. Human Factors

PEAR Model

Human Error

Safety Management Systems

Answers to Chapter 16 Study Questions

Glossary

Index.

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Print version: Team, Aviation Mechanic Series Editorial Aviation Mechanic Series: General

ISBN:

9781644252017

OCLC:

1348490747