TM 1-1520-238-23
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5.53.
TAIL ROTOR BLADE REMOVAL
5.53.1. Description
This task covers:
Removal. Cleaning. Inspection.
5.53.2. Initial Setup
Tools:
Aircraft mechanics tool kit (item 376, App H)
Light duty laboratory apron (item 27, App H)
Chemical protective gloves (item 154, App H)
Maintenance platform (item 209, App H)
Adjustable air filtering respirator (item 262, App H)
Materials/Parts:
Cloth (item 52, App F)
Dry cleaning solvent (item 74, App F)
Personnel Required:
67R
Attack Helicopter Repairer
One person to assist
Equipment Conditions:
Ref
Condition
1.57
Helicopter safed
WARNING
FLIGHT SAFETY PART
The tail rotor blade is a flight safety part. Failure to follow maintenance instructions may result
in serious injury or death of crewmembers and/or serious damage to the helicopter.
NOTE
This task is typical for all four rotor blades. Identify each blade for reinstallation at same location.
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