TM 1-1520-238-23
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2.103.
CLASSIFICATION OF EMPENNAGE DAMAGE AND TYPES OF REPAIR
2.103.1. Description
This task covers:
Damage Limits Categories. Types of Damage (Examples): Limits and Action. Corrosion. Impact
or Fatigue Damage.
2.103.2. Initial Setup
Tools:
Airframe repairman’s tool kit (item 377, App H)
Light duty laboratory apron (item 27, App H)
Chemical protective gloves (item 154, App H)
Adjustable air filtering respirator (item 262, App H)
Materials/Parts:
Cloth (item 50, App F)
Sealing compound (item 178, App F)
Personnel Required:
68G
Aircraft Structural Repairer
References:
TM 1-1500-204-23
TM 55-1500-345-23
Equipment Conditions:
Ref
Condition
1.57
Helicopter safed
2.103.3. Damage Limits Categories
Damage categories are assigned to help you establish repairable limits for particular areas and parts. Only applica-
ble categories are listed for a damaged area or part.
Category
Description
A
Negligible damage to be repaired at first opportunity
B
Minor damage requiring immediate action with temporary repair
C
Major damage requiring immediate repair/replacement
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