Aircraft Powerplant Electrical Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Jim Faustina (Curriculum Vitae)Phone
8063354381Office Location
Academic Classroom Center 102BOffice Hours
Course Information
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Course
AERM-1456-001 Aircraft Powerplant Electrical
Prerequisites
Course Description
Theory, operation and maintenance of powerplants including electrical, ignition, starting and fire protection systems.
Student Resources Student Resources Website
Department Expectations
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Occupational License Disclaimer
Hours
(4 sem hrs; 2 lec, 5 lab)
Class Type
On Campus Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
\ 1. A&P TECHNICIAN Powerplant TEXTBOOK ISBN# 0-88487-524-5
\\ 2. A&P TECHNICIAN Powerplant FAA TEST GUIDE ISBN# 0-88487-341-2
\\ 3. ACFT INSP, REP AND ALT EA-AC 43.13-1B/2A ISBN #1-56027-488-3
\\ 4. DICT OF AERO TERMS 3rd Ed ASA-DAT-3 ISBN #1-56027-287-2
\\ 5. AVIATION MECH HNDBK 5th Ed. ASA-MHB-4 ISBN #1-56027-132-9
\\ 6. FAR AMT 2012 ASA-2012-FAR-AMT ISBN #1-56027-480-8
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Supplies
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Student Performance
\ Performance Objectives - Competencies in Order of Instruction
\\ II.C.12 Repair engine electrical system components.
\\ II.C.13 Install, check, and service engine electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices.
\\ II.E.17 Overhaul magneto and ignition harness.
\\ II.E.18 Inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair reciprocating and turbine engine ignition systems and components.
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Students Rights and Responsibilities
Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLog in using the AC Connect Portal
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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Expected Student Behavior
Class Policy:
1) No electronic devices, i.e. Cell phones, I-Phone, I-Pad, I-Pod, Blackberry, Droid, MP3, etc., (Laptop with instructor permission only) allowed during class time, break time only. Any violations will result in direct point deductions from students final grade. 1st time 1pt, 2nd time 5pts, 3rd time 10pts, 4th time 20 pts.
2) No Sleeping or the appearance of sleeping during class. Any violations will result in direct point deductions from students overall grade average.
3) No shorts, sandals, or sleeveless shirts allowed in shop area. Shoes must fully cover feet. No worn or shredded clothing allowed due to machines and metal shavings. You will not be allowed to work in shop with any of the above violations.
4) No food or drink allowed in shop area.
5) No tobacco products allowed in shop area.
6) No alcohol or drugs.
7) Absolutely No Horseplay!!! Due to the nature of work and in practice of professional work ethic, horseplay will not be tolerated in any form.
8) No Profanity!
9) Safety glasses will be worn at all times in a work area.
10) Face shields will be worn when operating machinery. (i.e. drill presses, grinders, cut-off tools)
11) Know where the closest fire extinguisher is located to your work area. Know where the closest exit is to your work area. Know where MSDS material is located. Know where eye wash is located. Know where first aid kit is located.
10) Inform instructor of any accidents no matter how small.
11) Do not leave class without informing instructor.
12) Watch out for others. They may be unaware of a potential hazard.
NOTE: Any violations may warrant significant grade reduction. Severity of violation may warrant expulsion from class or complete expulsion from course. Safety is taken seriously at Amarillo College.
Grading Criteria
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Grade points are assigned according to the performance of a student in each course as dictated by industry as follows:
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A - Excellent performance (100 - 90) = 4.00 grade points
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B - Above job entry level (89 - 80) = 3.00 grade points
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C - Minimum requirement (79 - 70) = 2.00 grade points
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F - Below job entry level (69 - 0) = 0 grade points
Attendance
Punctual and regular attendance is a requirement in all classroom, laboratory and shop sessions. Excused absences are: sickness or injury, with a doctor's statement. All other absences are unexcused. All missed time must be made up to adhere to the FAA required instructional hours.
When a student's lack of attendance results in failure to satisfactorily complete course objectives, the student will be warned in writing that he/she may fail the course unless arrangements are made with the instructor. Time will be made up at the discretion of the instructor based upon their instructional work load. Make up time and material must occur before the final exam. When unexcused absences exceed ten percent of a course, students will receive the grade of "F".
Make-up time will only be allowed on the last Friday of the class schedule. The instructor will set the date for the make-up time to be performed which will be posted in the ‘online’ course calendar. To receive credit for make-up time the student must report at normal class start time. Note; additional make-up days may be scheduled on a case-by-case basis.
Final tests will not be taken until all time (including the time missed during the final test) for the course is made up.
1. EXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or quiz will be made up without penalty. Make-up exam or quiz will be taken at the CONVENIENCE of the instructor.
2. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or final exam will result in a maximum possible test grade of 70 percent, when the test is taken.
TARDINESS
Time missed by any student arriving in class after attendance is taken will be made up before he/she can take the final test.
REPEATED TARDINESS
A student's tardiness, (3 or more), may result in:
1. A written warning against further tardiness from the instructor.
2. Being placed on probation for the course.
3. Being issued a grade of "F" for the course.
The instructor may choose to begin class/lecture by securing the classroom door to prevent interruptions by late arriving students. It is in the student's best interest to be in class early.
If a student arrives late and is "locked out", he/she may rejoin the class at the next scheduled break time. Attendance begins when the student rejoins the class.
Students are not required to attend class more than eight hours per day.
Students must meet the 400 hours of instruction required by the F.A.A. in order to receive credit for or certification in the General curriculum.
Students must meet the 758 hours of instruction required by the F.A.A. in order to receive credit for or certification in the Airframe curriculum.
Students must meet the 752 hours of instruction required by the F.A.A. in order to receive credit for or certification in the Powerplant curriculum.
Calendar
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\ II.C.12 Project Number 1 \\ \\ Description: Repair starter motor. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly respond to questions in project and follow steps in project to disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble starter. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ \\ Materials Required: Starter motor, gasket, seals, and spare parts required. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school shop tools, starter manual or aircraft manual, shop cleaning equipment and rags. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 5 hours Lecture 1 hour Project 4 hours \\ II.C.12 Project Number 2 \\ \\ Description: Repair D.C. generator. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly respond to questions in project and follow steps in project to disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble a generator. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ Materials Required: Generator, regulator, gaskets, seals, and spare parts. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school shop tools, starter manual or aircraft manual, shop cleaning equipment and rags. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 5 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 3 hours \\ II.C.12 Project Number 3 \\ \\ Description: Repair 12-volt alternator. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly respond to questions in project and follow steps in project to disassemble, inspect, repair, reassemble, and perform operational test of an alternator. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ \\ Materials Required: Alternator, regulator, gasket, seals, and spare parts as required. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school shop tools, starter manual or aircraft manual, shop cleaning equipment and rags. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 5 hours Lecture 1 hour Project 4 hours \\ II.C.13 Project Number 4 \\ \\ Description: Electrical system components. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly inspect, test, fabricate, remove and reinstall/replace all of the components of a powerplant electrical (wiring) system. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manuals. \\ \\ Materials Required: Wire, switches, spark plugs, igniters, control boxes, circuit breakers, and components as required. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s test equipment, manuals, and aircraft. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 20 hours Lecture 5 hours Project 15 hours \\ II.E.17 Project Number 5 \\ \\ Description: Bendix S-20 Series Aircraft Magneto inspection and overhaul. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly disassemble, inspect, overhaul and reassemble the Bendix S-20 Series magneto. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ Materials Required: S-20 Series Magneto, gaskets, seals, and spare parts. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s tool box and tools listed in Bendix S-20 Magneto overhaul manual. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 20 hours Lecture 5 hours Project 15 hours \\ II.E.17 Project Number 6 \\ \\ Description: Bendix S-200 Series Aircraft Magneto inspection and overhaul. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly disassemble, inspect, overhaul and reassemble the Bendix S-200 Series Magneto. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ \\ Materials Required: S-200 Series Magneto, gaskets, seals, and spare parts. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s tool box, tools listed in Bendix Magneto manual, and Bendix S-200 Magneto overhaul manual. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 19 hours Lecture 5 hours Project 14 hours \\ II.E.17 Project Number 7 \\ \\ Description: Slick (Unison) 4200 and 6200 Series Aircraft Magneto inspection and overhaul. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly disassemble, inspect, overhaul, reassemble and perform operational check of Slick 4200 or 6200 Series Aircraft Magneto. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ \\ Materials Required: Slick Magnetos, gaskets, seals, and spare parts. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s tool box and tools listed in Slick (Unison) overhaul manual, and Slick 4200 or 6200 overhaul manual. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 18 hours Lecture 4 hours Project 14 hours \\ II.E.18 Project Number 8 \\ \\ Description: Magneto to engine timing. \\ \\ Given: Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids. \\ \\ Performance: Correctly run the engine and correct any defects that occur in the ignition system. \\ \\ Standard: Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and AC43-13.1b. \\ Materials Required: Serviceable magneto, gaskets, and attachment hardware. \\ \\ Equipment \\ and Special Tools: Mechanic=s tool box, special tools (school furnished), time rite kit, timing disc kit, A-100 magneto timing light, high tension lead tester, aircraft manual and magneto manual. \\ \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ \\ Instruction Time: 20 hours Lecture 5 hours Project 15 hours \\ \\ \ | \
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Additional Information
\ Students are expected to furnish own tools as follows, special attention to all tools required for Power plant:
\\ Aviation Maintenance Technician Tool List
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\\ Note: Tools may be purchased from any source. The school does not endorse or recommend any particular manufacturer. The school only advises the student to purchase quality products for future use in industry after completion of the course.
\\ Tools needed for General subjects will be set by instructor. All other tool purchases will be completed by the first day of class for that section (Airframe / Powerplant).
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\ Socket Set (Rachet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint) \ | \
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\ 3/8” Drive \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Socket Set (Rachet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint) \ | \
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\ 1/4" Drive \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Combination Wrench Set (12 pt.) \ | \
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\ 1/4” – 1” \ | \
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\ Gen. \ | \
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\ Flat File Single Cut \ | \
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\ 8-10” \ | \
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\ Round File Double Cut \ | \
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\ 8-10” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Half Round File Double Cut \ | \
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\ 8-10” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ File Handle \ | \
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\ Adjustable \ | \
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\ File card \ | \
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\ 3 \ | \
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\ Drill Bits \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 3 \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 3 \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Pin Punch \ | \
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\ 3/32” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Pin Punch \ | \
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\ 1/8” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Pin Punch \ | \
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\ 5/32” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Pin Punch \ | \
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\ 3/16” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Chisel \ | \
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\ 1/4" \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Chisel \ | \
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\ 3/8” \ | \
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\ Center Punch \ | \
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\ Automatic Center Punch \ | \
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\ Hack Saw W/Blade \ | \
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\ Adjustable \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Ball Peen Hammer \ | \
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\ 12 oz. \ | \
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\ Plastic Tip Hammer \ | \
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\ 12 oz. \ | \
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\ Right Cut Aviation Snips \ | \
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\ Center Cut Aviation Snips \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Slip Joint Pliers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Side Cut / Diagonal Pliers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Needle nose Pliers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Duck Bill Pliers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Tongue and Groove Pliers \ | \
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\ 8” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Needle Nose Vise Grip \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Standard Vise Grip \ | \
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\ Flat Bade Screw Driver \ | \
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\ 1/8” X 3” \ | \
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\ Flat Bade Screw Driver \ | \
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\ 1/4" X 2” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Flat Bade Screw Driver \ | \
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\ 1/4" X 4” \ | \
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\ Flat Bade Screw Driver \ | \
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\ 1/4" X 6” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Phillips Screw Driver \ | \
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\ #0 X 3” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Phillips Screw Driver \ | \
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\ #1 X 4” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Phillips Screw Driver \ | \
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\ #2 X 2” \ | \
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\ Phillips Screw Driver \ | \
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\ #2 X 4” \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Allen Wrench Set \ | \
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\ .05-1/4” \ | \
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\ Deep Aviation Spark Plug Socket \ | \
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\ 1/2" Dr. X 7/8” \ | \
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\ Pwrplt. \ | \
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\ Socket Adaptor \ | \
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\ 3/8” Dr. F X 1/2" Dr. M \ | \
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\ Combination Square \ | \
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\ 12” \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Protractor \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Feeler Gauge (offset) \ | \
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\ To .035” \ | \
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\ Scribe \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Measuring Tape \ | \
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\ 12’ \ | \
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\ Dividers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Steel Rule \ | \
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\ 6” in 64ths / 100ths \ | \
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\ Mechanical Fingers \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Magnetic Pick-up Tool \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Inspection Mirror \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Sealed Beam Flashlight \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ Multi-meter (W / Continuity & Temp. Probe) \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Tool Box (W / Drawers) Roll Away Pref. \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Leather Gloves (Utility) \ | \
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\ As needed \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Welding Goggles \ | \
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\ As needed \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ ANSI Approved Safety Glasses \ | \
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\ As needed \ | \
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\ Air Nozzle \ | \
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\ N/A \ | \
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\ Airframe \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Protractor \ | \
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\ 180º \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Compass \ | \
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\ leaded \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Dial Calipers \ | \
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\ 6” \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Ruler \ | \
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\ 12” \ | \
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\ Gen. \ | \
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\ 1 \ | \
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\ Calculator (Model TI-30XA) Pref. \ | \
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\ Batt. Pwr. \ | \
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\ Gen. \ | \
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