Winglet Installation/Removal
Hi All,
As my first post this is a question that I can't find an answer to after a lot of web searching. Stumbled upon this website which seems to be a really a vast database of knowledge!
In any case, I understand that winglets on aircraft may often have to be replaced due to damage (lightening etc.). I been told that the winglets are removed by attaching a sling to 3 hardpoints and lifting it off with a forklift or hoist. Is this the case? I'm sure that if you were doing it outside and it were windy, it may prove quite a difficult procedure as the wind sways the winglet. Are there any other methods used to remove and also install these. They are a sizeable distance from the ground!!
Thanks