Originally Posted by gashman
Pretty dull question, but it turns out that these F-jet things need an oil sample to be taken and screened efter every two flights. It also turns out that Aberdeen could do the job, but sadly the guy who did it died recently . Leuchars has said that they are only aware of Lakenheath (or Mildenhall) having facilities in the UK. These USAF bases will only "turn" a jet for transit reasons, and not allow the aircraft to operate several sorties from that base.
After the long blah, the question is: does anyone know of another RAF station or civ airport with the facilities to do this oil test?
I know it's a long shot, but any past learning points or guidance would be useful. Thanks in advance.
GM
Every 2 flights!! is there someone wrong with these engines? as an Engineer(an one who used to do soap samples)I have never heard of such short durations I am also surprised that a visual inspection of the mag plugs is not sufficient.