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Forum: Engineers & Technicians
20th Oct 2019, 01:03
Replies: 12
Views: 3,449
Posted By B727223Fan

I once observed a DC-9 being de- magnitized due...

I once observed a DC-9 being de- magnitized due to a lightening strike. The airplane was placed on jacks and a very large oval shaped coil mounted on a movable frame was moved over the fuselage...
Forum: Tech Log
19th Oct 2019, 00:22
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The Boeing 737 - 800 has cracking issues all over...

The Boeing 737 - 800 has cracking issues all over the aircraft including the Aft Pressure Bulkhead - Main Frames in main cabin where the overhead bins attach to the frame. Numerous cracks on the -800...
Forum: Tech Log
17th Oct 2019, 05:34
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

You are right on. Most Hi-Lok installations are...

You are right on.
Most Hi-Lok installations are interference fit and we use a Rivet Gun [Variable Trigger] with a Flush Set with Brass Face to drive the Hi-Lok into the structure.
.006 O/S Hole...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Oct 2019, 21:21
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Most of the discussion on this thread about...

Most of the discussion on this thread about winglets is the additional stresses that they impose on a wing. I don't think anyone has stated here that winglets are the sole possible reason for the...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
14th Oct 2019, 16:20
Replies: 3
Views: 1,363
Posted By B727223Fan

733 Driver. Thanks for watching. The days of...

733 Driver. Thanks for watching.

The days of buying a Stearman and hanging spray booms and installing a hopper are long gone. Modern AG Plane cockpits are high tech with GPS Guidance and Real Time...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
14th Oct 2019, 04:06
Replies: 0
Views: 736
Posted By B727223Fan

PT-6 Air Filter Maintenance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opIBlRFqePc
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
14th Oct 2019, 03:45
Replies: 3
Views: 1,363
Posted By B727223Fan

AG Pilot- Cockpit View Real Time Narration

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lmhfOLTBUM
Forum: Tech Log
13th Oct 2019, 12:51
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The production models had even more structure...

The production models had even more structure modifications.

"However, during production, structural strengthening is accomplished by increasing the GAGE of spars, stringers, ribs, and panels.".
...
Forum: Tech Log
13th Oct 2019, 03:44
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

"The airframe was not designed to handle the load...

"The airframe was not designed to handle the load from the winglets...the winglets came later..."


The outer wing was modified with different structure parts before the winglets were installed on...
Forum: Tech Log
12th Oct 2019, 15:25
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Grebe : and/or improperly checked tooling size (...

Grebe : and/or improperly checked tooling size ( coldwork mandrel ) is the most likely issue. ( see Fatigue technology )

If the cracks are originating at the fastener holes I do agree with your...
Forum: Tech Log
11th Oct 2019, 18:33
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

AA B-737 - 800 Flies with Winglets . Most...

AA B-737 - 800 Flies with Winglets .

Most Likely very high cycles on the GOL aircraft as compared with the AA B 737 NG's.

Past History : Aloha FLT 243 B 737 -200 had 89,680 CYCLES and ONLY...
Forum: Tech Log
9th Oct 2019, 04:38
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

WingNut60; I've never replaced pickle forks...

WingNut60;

I've never replaced pickle forks but can tell you that when replacing major structure members it is not uncommon to require shoring and/or pre-loading of the fuselage and/or wings.. ...
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2019, 13:14
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Excerpt from the AD. "The FAA considers this...

Excerpt from the AD.

"The FAA considers this AD interim action. The inspection reports that are required by this AD will enable the manufacturer to obtain better insight into the nature, cause,...
Forum: Tech Log
7th Oct 2019, 10:02
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Here are the US 737 NG Numbers from a web page...

Here are the US 737 NG Numbers from a web page story.

"In the United States, Boeing 737NGs are operated by the following US-based airlines:"

Alaska Airlines (138 in fleet)
American Airlines...
Forum: Tech Log
6th Oct 2019, 21:41
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

This is the problem with an Airline buying and...

This is the problem with an Airline buying and operating too many of one type of aircraft. I remember reading a story where it stated that American Airlines owns 300 737-800's. Imagine if 50 percent...
Forum: Tech Log
6th Oct 2019, 00:46
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Yeah- We still use claw hammers and nail guns to...

Yeah- We still use claw hammers and nail guns to remove and install the floorboards.

Boeing Floorboard Tape.

https://www.e-aircraftsupply.com/products/na/7367714/GSC2195813022
Forum: Tech Log
5th Oct 2019, 13:39
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

American Airlines 800's are designated as Boeing...

American Airlines 800's are designated as Boeing 737 - 823. here is some more info.

https://airlinesfleet.com/american-airlines-fleet-boeing-737-800-details-and-pictures/
Forum: Tech Log
5th Oct 2019, 13:32
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

"Boeing 737 Next Generation (737NG) is the...

"Boeing 737 Next Generation (737NG) is the overarching name given to a fleet of aircraft that began production in 1991 (https://www.aerospace-technology.com/projects/boeing737_ng/). It includes the...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Oct 2019, 04:30
Replies: 0
Views: 662
Posted By B727223Fan

The Original Jet Waco- Jimmy Franklin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmD-XKQ_sgU
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
4th Oct 2019, 04:38
Replies: 1
Views: 1,012
Posted By B727223Fan

Made in Texas- Air Tractor

Ag Planes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXHd1uYShpE
Forum: Tech Log
4th Oct 2019, 04:24
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The Actual AD. ...

The Actual AD.

http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgad.nsf/0/b7003a93c909869e8625848800467eb9/$FILE/2019-20-02.pdf
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Oct 2019, 17:40
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Dopsonj : Thank you for posting the link to the...

Dopsonj : Thank you for posting the link to the pictures.
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Oct 2019, 17:00
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The one Hour time estimate was probably written...

The one Hour time estimate was probably written by some engineer who has never actually performed the task.

My job as a Structure AMT is to verify the Correct Part Number AND the Correct...
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Oct 2019, 04:44
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Webby737; You are correct about Sta 740...

Webby737;

You are correct about Sta 740 Bulkhead in the aft area of the Fwd Cargo compartment. We would actually cut a 14" x 18" access opening in the bulkhead web to gain access to the FWD Bottle...
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Oct 2019, 04:30
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

[QUOTE=Bend alot;10584485]Seems the inspection is...

[QUOTE=Bend alot;10584485]Seems the inspection is fast at one hour.


Thank you for posting the info link.. Much more informative than previous info.
Forum: Tech Log
1st Oct 2019, 03:56
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

In case you didn't realize I have been inside the...

In case you didn't realize I have been inside the Wing Center section numerous times when I was younger. We entered thru the Fuel Tank Plate opening on the lower side of the wing center section..In...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Oct 2019, 03:38
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

I know of a U.S Carrier that has many 737 NG's...

I know of a U.S Carrier that has many 737 NG's that have more than 22, 600 cycles. Just the type of publicity Boeing needed after the 737 MAX debacle.
Forum: Tech Log
30th Sep 2019, 23:13
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

Please reference posting #26 in this thread. The...

Please reference posting #26 in this thread. The illustration shows the Pickle Fork attached to the Wing Spar.
Forum: Tech Log
30th Sep 2019, 14:32
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The pickle fork is attached to the wing SPAR...

The pickle fork is attached to the wing SPAR which is a primary load carrying member of the wing.
Forum: Tech Log
30th Sep 2019, 00:25
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

The Crew and Passengers could be in a real...

The Crew and Passengers could be in a real "Pickle" if the pickle fork fails in flight.
Forum: Tech Log
29th Sep 2019, 23:33
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

I think you are on to something here because many...

I think you are on to something here because many of the B737 -800 wings had to be modified on the outer part of the wing structure before the winglets could be installed. Maybe the Wing loading at...
Forum: Tech Log
29th Sep 2019, 19:40
Replies: 363
Views: 561,076
Posted By B727223Fan

As someone who cut their teeth on Boeing...

As someone who cut their teeth on Boeing Structures with the B 727 -223 and also a few of years on B-757-200 it is very sad to see what has become of Boeing Airplanes. I also have about 6 years...
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