
Airplane Maintenance
and Repair
by Douglas Carmody
Borrow the savvy of hundreds of experienced mechanics with this easy to follow manual.
Filled with time and money-saving troubleshooting tips and techniques gathered from hundreds of experienced mechanics, this easy-to-follow care manual includes: step-by-step how-to for 29 FAA-approved non-mechanic procedures; savvy advice on how to select, use, and care for tools; maintenance, diagnostic, and repair instructions; guidance in finding the right mechanic—at the right price.
From the Back CoverAnyone who has the care and keeping of an airplane will find a gold mine of time and money saving advice in this handy book. Prtofessional airplane mechanics share their hard earned wisdom in this essential toolbox guide to airplane maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
If your airplane needs work, there's a lot you can do, even if you are not a certified mechanic. Carmody explains clearly what kinds of troubleshooting you are, and are not legally allowed to handle, and takes you step by step through 29 procedures. He covers repairs and maintenance of engines, airframes, electrical systems, fuel systems, hydraulic systems and brakes, tires and propellers. How to keep a maintenance log, selection and use of tools, and a bolt chart are included.
Having this book is the next best thing to having an experienced mechanic at your side. And, when you have to take the plane in for a certified mechanic to work on, Carmody gives you advice on how to get the best service possible.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Acknowledgments
Reciprocating Engine Operation and Repair
Airframe Repair: Wood, Fabric, and Metal
Understanding and Repairing Electrical Systems
Fuel System Operation and Repair
Repair of Hydraulic Systems: Including Wheels and Brakes
Tire Wear, Repair, and Replacement
Propeller Repair and Care
ADs, FARs and Maintenance Logbooks
Aircraft Hardware
Tool Care and Proper Use
Index
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