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Cleaning Procedures for Preparation of Aircraft Composite Panels Visual Inspection and Tap Testing

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Aircraft-Composite-Panels

December 01, 2023

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the necessary cleaning procedures employed in the preparation of aircraft composite panels prior to the visual inspection and tap testing. Introduction – Tooling & Equipment Required Safety goggles Gloves Lint-free wipes or cloths Mild detergent or composite-approved cleaning solution: – Examples include Methyl Ethyl Keytone (MEK) & Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) (Always…

Introduction to Equipment, Tooling and Products for Cleaning and Servicing of Aircraft

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Cleaning and Servicing

November 29, 2023

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the equipment necessary to complete the Cleaning and Servicing of an aircraft including Lavatory and Potable Water Servicing Introduction Maintaining the cleanliness of an aircraft is a multifaceted task that requires specialized equipment and products. From ensuring the exterior is free from contaminants that could affect performance, to ensuring the…

Considerations Related to the Effective Management of Aviation Trainers Competence

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Sofema Aviation Services considers the essential elements of an effective management of aviation trainers' competence process

November 29, 2023

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the essential elements of an effective management of aviation trainers’ competence process Introduction Managing the competence of aviation trainers is crucial to ensure the highest level of safety and effectiveness in training programs. By implementing these key features and best practices, organizations can effectively manage the competence of aviation…

Aviation Composite Tapping Hammer Tool Inspection Procedures for Different Composite Materials

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Sofema Aviation Services Reviews the TAP Test process with different composite materials

November 29, 2023

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews the tapping hammer tool (TAP) test process with different composite materials Introduction The procedure involves tapping the surface of the composite structure with a specialized hammer and analyzing the resulting sounds or vibrations to detect any defects or abnormalities. The testing procedures and interpretation of results may vary depending on…