TM 1-S70i-280-PMS
TM 1-S70i-280-PMS
TECHNICAL MANUAL
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
INSPECTION CHECKLIST
FOR
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TM 1-S70i-280-PMS
This manual contains the complete requirements for the Preventive Maintenance Services (PMS) inspection for the S70i helicopter.
This manual is applicable to all S70i helicopters and may contain inspection requirements for specific equipment not installed on individual helicopters. When this
situation is met, those requirements that are not applicable shall be disregarded.
A 1-inch space following each area of inspection is provided to allow insertion of special inspection items resulting from Alert Service Bulletins (ASBs), Customer
Service Notices (CSNs), etc., and local command inspection items.
The helicopter logbook will be used to record all deficiencies or shortcomings discovered during the PMS inspection.
Use of Icons
Ranges of helicopter effectivities, equipment configurations, and production line modifications referenced throughout this manual shall be identified by an icon.
Icons used in this manual shall be listed and described here.
Definitions
WARNING
An operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc. which if not strictly observed could result in injury to or death of
personnel.
CAUTION
An operating or maintenance procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction
of, equipment or loss of mission effectiveness or long term health hazards to personnel.
NOTE
An essential operating or maintenance procedure, condition, or statement which must be highlighted.
Changes to this Manual
On a changed page, the portion of text affected by the latest change is indicated by a vertical line in the outer margin of the page. Changes to illustrations are in-
dicated by a vertical line in the outer margin next to the figure title.
In order to recommend changes to this manual, refer to TM 1-S70i-280-23 for instructions on submitting a Soundoff Report.
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TM 1-S70i-280-PMS
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION,
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
FOR
PMS INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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SCOPE
This manual contains requirements for performing the Preventive Maintenance Services (PMS) inspection on the S-70i helicopter. The inspections prescribed by
this manual will be performed at a 40 +/-2 hour interval by organizational level maintenance activities.
When unusual local conditions (utilization, type of mission, personnel, periods of inactivity, environmental conditions, etc.) dictate, it is the prerogative and respon-
sibility of the Maintenance Supervisor to increase the scope and/or frequency of maintenance or inspection as necessary for safe operation.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Inspection Requirements
NOTE
Inspection items contained in this manual are considered the minimum requirements for performing a PMS inspection and must be performed.
The cumulative effects of inspection deferrals are unknown and could result in catastrophic failure or increased maintenance at a later date.
This manual contains complete requirements for the PMS inspection for the S-70i helicopter. It does not contain instructions for repair, adjustments, or other means
of rectifying conditions, nor does it contain instructions for troubleshooting to find causes for malfunctioning. Specific tolerances, limits, etc., can be found in the
applicable maintenance manual.
These requirements must be followed to ensure that damage is discovered and corrected before malfunctions occur. This checklist establishes general criteria for
inspection task performance and acceptable conditions of serviceability, but does not contain instructions for troubleshooting, repair, adjustments, or other means
of correcting fault conditions. Specific and detailed procedures, tolerances, and limits criteria can be found in the applicable maintenance manuals. This informa-
tion can be readily located by use of the maintenance manual's alphabetical index.
This manual is applicable to all S-70i helicopters and may contain inspection requirements for specific equipment not installed on individual helicopters. When this
situation is met, those requirements that are not applicable shall be disregarded.
The helicopter logbook will be used to record all deficiencies or shortcomings discovered during the PMS inspection.
Exceeding the Preventive Maintenance Services Inspection Interval
The 40 hour inspection may be extended to complete a scheduled flight. This means the inspection shall not interrupt the flight during which the inspection becomes
due. In no case, shall a helicopter be intentionally scheduled for a flight that will cause it to exceed the 40 hour PMS inspection by more than 2 hours.
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Inspection Areas
The helicopter has been divided into 6 major numbered inspection areas as shown in Figure 1. An area title indicates a specific helicopter location, which may
include several systems or groups of related components within this given area. Each area title reflects its location on the helicopter. Table 1 lists each area title
and the system or groups of components that are located within a given area.
The inspection task requirements for each major area are identified by sub-numbers. Following the steps in the order presented will ensure that all requirements
are met.
Access procedures and detailed inspection criteria can be found in the applicable maintenance manuals. Opened doors will be closed upon completion of each
inspection area unless otherwise directed. A inspections are visual unless otherwise noted.
AREA NO. 5
AREA NO. 6
AREA NO. 4
AREA NO. 2
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AREA NO. 1: Cockpit Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside of the cockpit and electronics compartment,
and extending rear to manufacturing break point at fuselage STA 247.0.
AREA NO. 2: Cabin Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside of the fuselage, from STA 247.0 to
STA 379.0.
AREA NO. 3: Transition Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside of the fuselage, from STA 379.0 to
STA 485.0.
AREA NO. 4: Tail Cone Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside of the fuselage, from STA 485.0 to
STA 648.0.
AREA NO. 5: Tail Rotor Pylon Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside rear of STA 648.0 (includes, but not limited
to, horizontal stabilator, tail rotor and blades, tail gear box, intermediate gear box).
AREA NO. 6: Main Rotor Section All surfaces, material, components, and equipment inside and outside, above cabin section (includes, but not
limited to, main transmission, main rotor head, main rotor blades).
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• Seq. No. (Sequence No.): Lists the major areas and applicable inspection tasks. The number to the left of the decimal identifies the major area. The number
to the right is the sequence number of the inspection item.
• Item and Procedure: Identifies the specific inspection requirement. Multiple related requirements may be grouped under one sequence number.
• A/B: The PMS inspection is normally performed by two helicopter repairers. The inspection areas and tasks are divided into functional areas A and B, as
shown on the Work Flow Diagram in Figure 2.
Each mechanic will be assigned to perform the inspection tasks listed for one of the functional areas, either A or B. The checklist indicates who should perform a
particular inspection by listing one or both of these letters under columns A or B. Where a procedure calls for both A and B, each mechanic will perform the portion
of the task that is located in their functional area.
An avionics mechanic may be required for power-on checks.
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CHAPTER 2
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INSPECTION
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INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23
• Inspect cockpit exterior for cracks, distortion, delamination of reinforced plastic, and security of fasteners.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
• Check pilot and copilot step assemblies for cracks, corrosion and missing hardware.
• Inspect pilot and copilot WSPS step deflector and step extension deflector for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Inspect tub drain holes for blockage.
1.2 Inspect nose door, FLIR, and avionics compartment as follows: A B
• Check outboard and center windshield panels for damage, delamination, general clarity, loose screws, and visible signs
of leaks.
• Inspect WSPS windshield post deflectors for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Check upper and lower window panels for damage, general clarity, loose screws, and visible signs of leaks.
1.4 Inspect windshield wiper system as follows: A B
• Inspect WSPS door latch deflectors for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Inspect for cracks, corrosion, distortion, and security of fasteners.
• Inspect seals for deterioration, loosening of bonds, and signs of leaks.
• Check for freedom of movement. Make sure that latches operate without binding and hold securely.
• Inspect windows for condition and security.
• Check window emergency jettison pull straps for security.
• Check door emergency jettison mechanisms for security.
WARNING
To prevent injury to personnel, do not release either the normal or emergency vertical adjust levers unless
someone is sitting in the seat. The extension springs are under load at all times. With seat at lowest position,
the vertical preload on the seat could be as high as 150 pounds. If no one is in the seat and vertical adjust
lever(s) is released, the seat will be snapped to the highest stop. Anyone leaning over the seat or with hands
on guide tubes above linear bearings will be seriously injured.
• Check seats for general condition and security. Check for damage wear, binding, or any condition preventing proper
operation and secure locking.
• Inspect seat rails, resilient mounts and spherical bearings for condition and security.
• Check lap and crotch belts for corrosion, cuts, fraying, and security.
• Check shoulder harness for corrosion, cuts, fraying, and security.
• Check inertia reel for damage, security, and positive locking and unlocking.
• If installed, check armored wing panels, slide tubes, and bushings for security, damage, cleanliness, and ease of opera-
tion.
1.7 Inspect area below pilot and copilot seats as follows: A B
• Inspect cockpit interior for corrosion, damage, structural cracks, security of fasteners, general cleanliness, and for
evidence of oil leakage from ceiling.
• Make sure area is clean and free of foreign objects.
• Close and secure cockpit doors.
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23
• Inspect cabin steps, hand-holds, hard points, and left and right side exterior skins for cracks, corrosion, distortion, and
security of fasteners.
• Make sure external ICS covers are in place.
• Check external power receptacle for burned pins. Check cover for secure closure.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
• Check lower cabin skin drain holes for obstructions.
2.2 Inspect pitot static heads as follows: A B
• Inspect heads for general condition, security, damage, corrosion, and for any discoloration beyond that normally caused
by pitot heater.
• Inspect openings for any obstructions, such as dirt or insects.
2.3 Inspect main landing gear shock struts assemblies as follows: A B
• Examine drag beams for cracks, corrosion, and blistering or flaking paint.
• With jack pad installed and using a magnifying glass, examine the area within a 3 inch radius of the jack pad, both upper
and lower holes, for evidence of cracking. No cracks allowed.
• Check jackpad retention nut for the presence and alignment of a torque stripe. Inspect tie down ring attachment bolt for
security, damage and corrosion.
• Inspect WSPS landing gear joint deflector and cutter for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Inspect ground wire on left side for security and contact with ground.
• Inspect drag beam switches for security and damage. Inspect bonding jumper for security and damage.
• Inspect brake and brake lines for damage and leakage.
2.5 Inspect main landing gear wheels and brakes as follows: A B
• Inspect exterior frames and transparent panels for damage, loose or missing fasteners.
• Check seals for separation and damage.
• Inspect visible portions of lower tracks for cracks, corrosion, and damage.
• Inspect visible portions of upper tracks for cracks, corrosion, and damage.
• Open and close crew chief's windows. Check for smooth operation without binding throughout the range of travel. Make
sure windows are secure in tracks.
2.7 Inspect cargo doors as follows: A B
• Remove cabin soundproofing as required. Inspect all panels for tears, cracks, punctures, loose or missing fasteners, and
oil saturation.
• Inspect primary cabin structure (excluding tub area beneath floor panels), skins, frames, fittings and stringers for damage,
loose or missing fasteners, cracks, and corrosion.
2.12 Inspect tail rotor control cables and pulleys as follows: A
• Inspect cables for wear, fraying, corrosion, and loose or missing areas in plastic coating, particularly at pulleys.
• Inspect pulleys for corrosion, damage, security, cracks, wear, and distortion.
• Check that cables are riding properly in pulleys and that cable guard pins are installed. Make sure grommets are installed
where cable passes through aircraft structure.
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• Inspect area for corrosion, damage, leakage, and loose or missing fasteners.
• Make sure all areas are clean and free of foreign objects.
• Install fuel line and pump enclosure side panels.
• Install cargo net straps and rear stowage compartment soundproofing panels.
3.3 Inspect transition section avionics compartment: B
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• Inspect exterior skin, access panels, and doors for cracks, corrosion, distortion, and security of fasteners.
• Check fire extinguisher thermal discharge indicator for evidence of discharge.
• Inspect drain and vent line exit ports underneath helicopter for obstructions.
• Visually inspect exterior of sump drain access panel and surrounding area for signs of fuel leakage.
• Check for water and other contaminations in both fuel tanks siphoning sample kit or by draining 1 pint of fuel from both
sump drains.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
3.6 Inspect transition section for foreign object damage. Make sure area is clean and free of foreign objects. Make sure all access A B
panels, cowlings, and doors opened or removed for this inspection are closed or reinstalled.
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INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23
• Inspect exterior skins, tail rotor drive shaft fairing, access panels, hinges, and fittings for corrosion, cracks, distortion, and
security of fasteners.
• Remove right or left structural access panel at rear of tail cone.
• Inspect cable guide.
• Make sure area is clean and free of foreign objects.
• Inspect pylon step fitting.
• Inspect drain holes in tail cone bottom for blockage.
• Inspect lower anti-collision light for security. Check lens for cracks, breakage, and cleanliness.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
• If installed, inspect chaff and flare dispenser installation provisions for security, cracks, and damage.
• Inspect viscous damper bearing assembly for excessive grease seepage. A small amount of grease may seep from the
bearing seals and is not cause for replacement.
NOTE
Movement of bearing tube assembly (encasing bearings) is not cause for replacement. Leakage of fluid
from tube is cause for replacement.
• Inspect viscous damper bearing tube assembly for evidence of fluid leakage and disbonding of damper tube and liner.
• Inspect bearing for discoloration, lubricant loss, or evidence of overheating.
• Inspect drive shaft bearing supports for cracks, corrosion, distortion, and security.
• Inspect outer skin and external brackets in the area of supports for cracks, particularly in the area of the bend radii.
• Close and secure drive shaft covers.
4.3 Inspect tail landing gear shock strut as follows: B
• Inspect shock strut attachment points for chafing, damage, cracks, and security.
• Inspect upper and lower stages for dirt, corrosion, and correct inflation.
• Wipe clean and lube exposed portions of strut pistons.
• Install access panels.
• Inspect tire for wear, cuts, and cracks. Check tire pressure and service as necessary.
4.5 Inspect tail landing gear yoke and fork as follows: B
• Inspect yoke, bushings, fork, lockpin, and actuator for damage and security. Inspection over entire yoke should be done
visually with magnifying glass.
• Inspect yoke for disbonded washers.
• Inspect WSPS landing gear deflector for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Inspect fork assembly coated wear plate for cleanliness, damage, and disbonding.
• Manually check tail wheel lock pin for smooth operation.
• Inspect wire strike deflector for damage and security.
4.6 Inspect tail cone section for foreign object damage. Make sure area is clean and free of foreign objects. Make sure all access A B
panels, cowlings, and doors opened or removed for this inspection are closed or reinstalled.
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Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23
• Remove and inspect intermediate gearbox fairing for damage and missing fasteners.
• Inspect pop-out steps for proper operation and/or damage.
• Inspect tail rotor pylon drive shaft cover for damage and missing fasteners.
• Open tail rotor pylon drive shaft cover.
• Remove and inspect forward tail gearbox fairing for damage and missing fasteners.
• Inspect anti-collision light and position light for security and cracked, broken, or dirty lens.
• Inspect tail rotor pylon exterior skins for corrosion, cracks, distortion, and security of fasteners. Pay particular attention
to right and left side of upper skin at pylon STA 200.0 for cracks. If cracks are present, inspect tail rotor gear box mount
fitting for cracks in area of attachment to pylon front spar cap angles. Using flashlight and mirror, inspect both left and
right sides of fitting thru existing access holes in front spar web.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
• Inspect intermediate gear box mounting area for cracks, dents, nicks, corrosion, and security.
• Inspect intermediate gear box mounting feet for cracks, dents, nicks, corrosion, and security.
• Inspect intermediate gear box housing for cracks, damage, and corrosion.
• Inspect intermediate gear box input and output seals for leaks.
• Check intermediate gear box chip detector electrical connector for security.
• Inspect intermediate gear box accelerometers and wiring on input and output sides of gearbox for condition and security.
• Check intermediate gear box sight gage for clarity and oil level while lightly shaking pylon.
5.3 Inspect section IV tail rotor drive shaft as follows: B
• Inspect tail gear box mounting area for cracks, dents, nicks, corrosion, and security. Pay particular attention for cracks
around lower barrel nut holes and inside surfaces where attached to front spar cap angles.
• Inspect tail gear box mounting feet for cracks, dents, nicks, corrosion, and security.
• Inspect tail gear box input and output seals for oil leakage.
• Inspect servo for oil leakage from seals.
• Check tail gear box chip detector electrical connector for security.
• If installed, inspect tail gear box accelerometer and wiring on input side of gearbox for condition and security.
• Check gear box sight gage for clarity and oil level while lightly shaking pylon.
5.5 Inspect tail rotor system components as follows: B
• Inspect retention plates for cracks, damage, and security. Visually inspect bolts securing retention plates for looseness.
• Inspect index sensor sweeper and bracket on inboard side of inboard retention plate for security and damage.
• Inspect pitch beam for cracks, damage, and security.
• Check pitch control rods for cracks, damage, and security.
• Check pitch control rod elastomeric rod ends for elastomer extrusion, elastomer/shim separation, and cracks in elas-
tomer and metal shims.
• Inspect tail rotor spring cylinders, control rod, and quadrant for corrosion, cracks, distortion, damage and security.
• Inspect cables for wear, fraying, corrosion, and loose or missing areas in plastic coating, particularly in pulley area.
• Inspect pulleys for damage, corrosion, security, cracks, distortion, and wear. Check that cable guards are installed.
• Check that cables are riding properly in pulleys and that cable guard pins are installed.
5.8 Inspect tail rotor spar as follows: B
• Inspect tail rotor blades for erosion, cracks, holes, blisters, dents, or other damage, leading edge abrasion strip erosion
or disbonding, and cleanliness.
• Check trailing edge skin bond for separation or cracks, paying attention to area from mid span to pitch control horn,
including the interface area between the torque tube (blade root exterior) and pitch control horn.
• If installed, inspect tail rotor blade erosion protection kit polyurethane tape for wear, holes, or disbonding.
• Inspect boots for wear or damage and security.
5.10 Inspect tail pylon electrical wiring and hydraulic lines as follows: B
• Inspect center stabilator upper and lower surfaces for cracks. If cracks are found, replace center stabilator. Check for
loose or missing rivets.
• Inspect outboard stabilator upper and lower surfaces for cracks. If cracks are found, replace outboard stabilator.
• Unfold and fold outboard stabilator panels. Inspect center stabilator framing for cracks. If cracks are found, replace
center stabilator. Check for loose or working rivets.
• Inspect center-to-outboard stabilator hinge fittings and attaching hardware for corrosion, cracking, security, and play.
Check electrical connectors and wiring for security and damage.
• Inspect lockpins, pullers, keepers, and fittings for general condition and corrosion.
• Visually inspect composite folding stabilator bushings for damage in the form of nicks, dents, scratches and/or corro-
sion. If damage is found refer to TM 1-S70i-280-23.
• Unfold and lock outboard stabilator panels. Make sure that lock pins fully engage microswitches.
• Inspect stabilator-to-pylon hinge fittings for interference (chafing), looseness, cracks and corrosion. Check attaching
hardware for corrosion and damage.
• Visually inspect elastomeric bearings for disbonding of the bearings or between the mating surface of the bearings and
fitting. Do not remove the attachment bolt.
• Inspect right pylon stabilator attachment fitting spherical bearings for displacement or migration from the inner bushings.
• Inspect right and left pylon stabilator attachment fittings for looseness, corrosion, and cracks.
• Check stabilator actuator attachment points for cracks, corrosion, security, and play.
• Check limit switch attachment for security and corrosion.
• Wipe clean and lube exposed portions of stabilator actuator.
• Check static discharge wicks for security and general condition.
5.13 Close up tail pylon as follows: A B
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23
• Inspect WSPS upper cutter, pitot cutter, and guide channel for damage, corrosion, and missing hardware.
• Open main rotor pylon sliding cover.
• Check sliding cover screens for obstruction.
• Inspect sliding cover for general condition, security, and damage.
• Inspect sliding cover latches for damage and corrosion.
• Inspect sliding cover rollers and tracks for damage and wear.
• Inspect pin receivers, support structure, skin, stringers, and intercostals at STA 247.0 and 267.0 for cracks.
• Open engine cowlings.
• Inspect engine cowlings for general condition, security, and damage.
• Inspect engine cowling latches for damage, corrosion, positive latching, and secure closure.
• Inspect engine air inlets, air inlet fairings, upper and rear pylon fairings, and pylon structure for cracks and missing
fasteners.
NOTE
Evidence of a lightning strike will appear as a blackened surface, pit, or hole with a burned rim.
• Inspect antennas, gaskets (where installed) and connectors for damage, cracks, security, cleanliness, and evidence of
lightning strikes.
NOTE
Neither hydraulic or electrical power is required.
• Pull up collective stick with about 10 to 20 lbs. force. Release grip but do not push down.
• Push left pedal with about 20 to 30 lbs. force. Release load but do not push right pedal.
• Visually inspect servo pistons where output clevis attaches. Check for cracks or a break where clevis butts against
piston.
• Check for broken pistons by grabbing top end of the output link between thumb and forefinger and attempt to move the
link vertically. No vertical movement allowed.
6.4 Inspect collective and yaw boost servo assemblies as follows: A B
• Check for leaks (special attention should be given to the upper and lower surfaces of output links), damage, and security.
• Inspect yaw boost SAS actuator for damage and security.
• Check yaw boost SAS actuator for gouging or damage resulting from contract with safety cables or wire installed
between the actuator housing and the output piston-retaining nut.
6.5 Inspect roll and pitch/trim assemblies as follows: A B
• Check for leaks (special attention should be given to the upper and lower surfaces of output links), damage, and security.
• Inspect SAS actuators for damage and security.
• Check SAS actuators for gouging or damage resulting from contract with safety cables or wire installed between the
actuator housing and the output piston-retaining nut.
6.6 Inspect No. 1 and No. 2 transfer modules and manifolds as follows: A B
• Inspect hydraulic pump modules for cracks, corrosion, and evidence of leakage.
• Check that filter buttons are not extended.
• Check pump module reservoir for proper servicing.
• Check temperature and level indicator labels on pumps for security and legibility. Check temperature sensitive dots to
ensure they have not turned completely black in color.
6.9 Inspect No.1 and No. 2 main generators as follows: A B
• Inspect generator for secure mounting, damage, and evidence of oil leakage.
• Inspect generator T1, T2, T3, and ground cables for chafing, corrosion, and security.
6.10 Inspect main, input, and accessory modules, main module breather, and engine output shafts as follows: A B
• Inspect main, input, and accessory module mating flanges and all connections for oil leaks.
• Inspect main transmission main rotor shaft seal for leaks.
• Inspect accessory module housing for paint discoloration from aluminized gray to brown.
• Inspect input module housing for paint discoloration from aluminized gray to brown.
• Inspect elastomeric gimbals for separation and bolt breakage.
• Inspect input module seals for leaks.
• Chip detectors, sensors, accelerometers, and switches for security of electrical connectors and general condition.
• Inspect main transmission tail takeoff flange output shaft seal for leaks.
• Check main transmission oil level.
6.11 Inspect flight control system components as follows: A B
• Inspect support brackets, levers, and bellcranks for distortion, cracks, and security of attaching hardware.
• Inspect for damage and security of mounting. Special attention should be given to the thread undercut area immediately
adjacent to the output clevis of all servo piston rods.
• Close main rotor pylon sliding cover.
6.14 Inspect main transmission mounts, dowel pins, and forward and aft bellcrank supports as follows: A B
• Inspect dowel pin retention bolts and retaining angles for deformation and security.
6.15 Inspect swashplate assembly as follows: A B
• Inspect for looseness between the pitch control link and upper jam nut by moving the control rod assembly in all direc-
tions.
NOTE
• A wax like substance on the rubber surface is normal and should not be removed.
• Peeling of elastomer mold lines which run radially across laminations is acceptable.
• Elastomeric cracks or separations may be indicated by a concentration or pileup of erase type wear.
• Elastomeric extrusion is the squeezing out of rubber from between bearing shims and inner or outer
members, including local disbonding of elastomer.
• If elastomeric cracks, separations, extrusions, or cracking or disbonding of elastomer from shim
inner or outer members are detected or suspected, inspect rod ends with a plastic feeler gage.
• Visually inspect rod end bearings for elastomeric cracks, separations, extrusions, or cracking or disbonding of elas-
tomer from shim inner or outer members.
• Check for signs of inner member separation by using hand force to shake control rods.
• Check for gaps or cracks in areas other than manufactured shim gaps.
• Inspect inboard and outboard main rotor head damper rod end bearings for wear using 0.010-inch side of locally made
plastic feeler gage.
NOTE
Do this inspection every 15 flight hours only on bearings that have failed the 0.010-inch feeler gage
inspection.
• Inspect inboard and outboard main rotor head damper rod end bearings for wear using 0.015-inch side of locally made
plastic feeler gage.
6.18 Inspect main rotor hub, spindles, and elastomeric bearings as follows: A B
• Using a flashlight and mirror, visually inspect inner and outer surface of spherical bearings through the 2-inch diameter
inspection hole for wear, laminate separations, and cracked shims.
• Using a flashlight and mirror, visually inspect elastomeric thrust bearings outer surface for elastomeric extrusions,
paying particular attention to the 6 o'clock position and surface areas furthest inboard. Replace thrust bearing within
the next 40 flight hours if any extrusions are found.
• Inspect elastomeric thrust bearings for laminate separations and cracked shims. Cracks will appear in the edge of metal
shims. No cracks allowed.
• Check elastomeric thrust bearing endplates for cracks.
• Check elastomeric bearings for surface cracking or crazing of rubber. Small hairline cracking or hazing of rubber is
acceptable.
• If droop stop pounding is experienced, inspect droop stop ears on spherical elastomeric bearing endplates for cracks.
• Inspect main rotor spindles as follows:
• Inspect spindles for damage and security.
• Visually check spindle shaft shrink tubing for evidence of looseness or movement.
• Check spindle inner race slippage mark for movement.
• Visually inspect spindle droop stop supports for cracks, especially at upper and lower puller groves.
• Check spindle-to-blade, horn, and damper attachment lugs for cracks.
• Inspect droop stop as follows:
• Check droop stop pin for correct orientation.
• Check droop stop lugs for cracks.
• Check droop stop and droop stop retaining pin bushings for damage and security.
• Visually inspect springs and attaching hardware for signs of corrosion.
• Inspect anti-flap assemblies as follows:
• Check for damage, security, and freedom of operation.
• Visually inspect for interference or contact between the cam and the stop plate.
• Visually inspect for contact between the droop stop cam and horn attachment bolts.
• Inspect for paint cracks in Areas A and B of weights marked with "UT" near part number.
• Inspect weight without "UT" marked in areas of part number for cracks in paint in Areas A, B, and C. If cracks in paint are
found, refer to TM 1-S70i-280-23.
• Inspect weights for cracks between and adjacent to bushing bores on both upper and lower surfaces.
• Inspect top and bottom bonded joints of weights for cracks.
• Remove lubricant from pins, bushings, and washers.
• Inspect pins, bushings, and washers for wear, cracks, or other damage.
• Lubricate bifilar.
6.20 If installed, inspect standard main rotor blades as follows: A B
• Inspect solid blade pins for proper handle closure and installation of cotter pin.
• From engine cowling work platform, inspect blade surfaces for evidence of dents, torn or damaged skin, bond separa-
tions, or areas of delamination. If installed, inspect main rotor blade erosion kit polyurethane tape for wear, holes, or
disbonding.
• Using a magnifying glass, inspect blade cuff for cracks between each bolt and leading and trailing edge segments of
cuff on upper and lower surfaces.
• Visually inspect the trailing edge tab in the area from 2 - 5 feet outboard of the root end fairing for bond separations and
delamination.
• Test main rotor blade indicators.
To avoid damaging blades, do not pull end of blade down more than 6 inches from its normal droop
position.
• From the ground, inspect blade surfaces for evidence of dents, torn or damaged skin, bond separations, loose abrasion
strip, and any other visible damage. If installed, inspect main rotor blade erosion kit polyurethane tape for wear, holes,
or disbonding.
• Check tip caps for damage, eroded paint, loose or missing fasteners, and loose of missing caulking.
• Make sure tip cap drain hole is not clogged.
WARNING
Injury to personnel and damage to equipment will result if the following inspection is not carefully per-
formed. Tip cap could separate from the blade. If erosion protection coating or boots are applied, make
sure they are completely removed from the inspection area to inspect for cracks. Do not reapply erosion
protection coating or boots to the inspection area.
• If erosion protection kit is installed, remove protective coating or boot in the area 1-inch inboard of hole number 4, to 1-
inches aft of hole number 6, 2 inches outboard on top and bottom of tip cap. Make sure area is clean of all residue.
• Visually inspect entire surface of tip cap for erosion, cracks, disbonds, delaminations, damage around attachment
holes, and presence of screws. Pay particular attention to area around #4, #5, and #6 attachment screws, both upper
and lower sides.
• Visually inspect nickel abrasion strip for cracks and disbonding.
• If installed, inspect main rotor blade tip cap erosion protection kit polyurethane coating for wear.
• If installed, inspect main rotor blade tip cap erosion protection kit polyurethane boot for wear, holes or disbonding.
• Inspect solid blade pins for proper handle closure and installation of cotter pin.
• From engine cowling work platform, inspect blade surfaces for evidence of dents, torn or damaged skin, bond separa-
tions, or areas of delamination.
• Check inboard and outboard trim tabs for damage, delamination, dents, or excessive bending.
• Visually check upper tip cap attachment screws for absence, looseness, or corrosion.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging blades, do not pull end of blade down more than 6 inches from its normal droop
position.
• From the ground, inspect blade surfaces for evidence of dents, torn or damaged skin, bond separations, loose abrasion
strip, and any other visible damage.
• Visually inspect leading edge titanium and nickel abrasion strips for looseness, cracks, wear, delamination, and dis-
bonding.
• Check inboard and outboard trim tabs for damage, delamination, dents, or excessive bending.
• Visually check lower tip cap attachment screws for absence, looseness, or corrosion.
• Make sure tip cap drain hole is not clogged or elongated.
6.22 Inspect gust lock as follows: A B
• With rotor brake engaged, inspect rotor brake manifold and valve, accumulator, pressure switch, rotor brake hose, and
tubing for security and evidence of leaks.
• Remove heat shield.
• Inspect heat shield and upper support bracket, brake housing, and mounting bracket for cracks, corrosion, and security.
• Inspect brake disc for warping, cracks, corrosion, security and overheating.
• Inspect brake puck wear indicators for minimal length.
• Install heat shield.
• Turn main rotor blades as required to gain access to oil cooler, and engage gust lock.
• Open oil cooler compartment and APU compartment access doors.
• Inspect door and airframe hinges for cracks, wear, and security. Inspect latch mechanisms for cracks, wear, security,
and worn or loose pins.
• If installed, check accelerometer, brackets, and wiring for condition and security.
• Inspect radiator for damage, dirt, debris, and signs of leaks.
• Inspect radiator inlet and outlet lines for chafing and leaks.
• Inspect fan for obstructions and debris trapped in pockets between blades. Do not remove epoxy used for balancing
rotor from pockets.
• Check duct interior for obstructions, foreign objects, and cracking. Pay particular attention to rear bearing and sur-
rounding area for dirt and debris.
• Inspect oil cooler support structure for security cracks, particularly in the brazed area of the flanged bulkhead attach-
ment.
• Using the slots in the sleeve adapter, inspect inside of duct for debris located at the forward end of bearing and between
bearing and duct. If debris is present, clean per TM 1-S70i-280-23.
NOTE
Grease purged from bearing assembly, with no accompanying discoloration or indications of distress to
bearing, is not cause for replacement.
• Inspect viscous damper bearing assembly for excessive grease seepage. A small amount of grease may seep from the
bearing seals and is not cause for replacement.
NOTE
Movement of bearing tube assembly (encasing bearings) is not cause for replacement. Leakage of fluid
from tube is cause for replacement.
• Inspect viscous damper bearing tube assembly for evidence of fluid leakage and disbonding of damper tube and liner.
• Inspect bearing for discoloration, lubricant loss, or evidence of overheating.
• Inspect damper bearing supports for cracks, corrosion, distortion, and security.
• Inspect outer skin and external brackets in the area of supports for cracks, particularly in the area of the bend radii.
• Inspect oil cooler drive shaft exterior for dents, gouges, corrosion, indications of twisting or bending, and loose lockbolts.
Corrosion between tube and flange is identified by flaking or lifting of paint, cracks or aluminum oxide (white powdery
substance) at interface between tube and flanges.
• Inspect oil cooler drive shaft inner diameter for corrosion, pitting, loss of plating, and cracks, particularly in area of cotter
pin holes.
• Inspect engine inlets and exhausts for foreign objects, water and/or ice, and damage.
• Check engine oil levels.
• Check tank filler cap for proper installation (cap release down and locked).
• Inspect engine mounts for security.
• Inspect flexible hose coupling connecting bleed-air tube to air inlet for condition.
• Inspect electrical cables for chafing, fraying, overheating, and for broken or missing brackets and clamps.
• Inspect electrical connectors for security.
• Inspect electrical components for security and proper grounding.
• Manually check full engagement of hydromechanical unit (HMU), anti-ice bleed, and start valve linkage quick release
pins. Pull on pins and rotate 360 degrees in approximately 30 degree segments. If pins are loose, (release pin "C" rings
offer little or no resistance to removal of pin) inspect connection linkage-pin holes or elongation.
• Inspect particle separator blower exhaust ducts and P3 lines to HMUs for cracks.
• Inspect fuel, oil, and air tubes and hoses for security, evidence of chafing, leakage, and broken or missing clamps.
• Inspect fuel manifold for chafing at the 6 o'clock position in the area of the diffuser flange.
• Check power-available spindle and load-demand spindle installations for security.
• Check that anti-ice bleed and start valve clips are in place.
• Inspect V-band clamps on HMUs, particle separator blower, and bleed-air tubing for security.
• Inspect exterior of engines for evidence of oil, fuel, or air leaks, and missing or broken studs and nuts.
• Inspect oil filter for impending bypass indication. Button must not protrude.
• Inspect fuel filter for impending bypass indication. Button must not protrude.
• Inspect power turbine cases for cracks and loose or broken third stage nozzle bolts.
• On engines equipped with oil cooler, 4046T25G03, inspect for fuel or oil leaks from the weep hole located at the 12
o'clock position.
• Inspect customer bleed-air ports, anti-ice bleed-air ports and stage 4 bleed-air ports for cracks where each port mates
with the compressor case.
• Inspect engine bleed-air slots for cracks.
• Inspect load-demand push/pull cable and collective bias tube linkage at mixer for damage, security, chafing, and
grommet wear.
• Inspect power-available push/pull cable from firewall to HMU for damage, security, chafing, and grommet wear.
• Inspect power-available push/pull cable from firewall to engine control quadrant for damage, security, chafing, and
grommet wear.
6.28 Inspect No. 1 engine starter as follows: A
• Inspect breakaway valves for visible yellow line around center of valve. If yellow line is visible, replace valve.
• Inspect fuel selector valves for security and leakage.
• Inspect fuel lines for security and leaks.
• Inspect engine inlets and exhausts for foreign objects, water and/or ice, and damage.
• Check engine oil levels.
• Check tank filler cap for proper installation (cap release down and locked).
• Inspect engine mounts for security.
• Inspect flexible hose coupling connecting bleed-air tube to air inlet for condition.
• Inspect electrical cables for chafing, fraying, overheating, and for broken or missing brackets and clamps.
• Inspect electrical connectors for security.
• Manually check full engagement of hydromechanical unit (HMU), anti-ice bleed, and start valve linkage quick release
pins. Pull on pins and rotate 360 degrees in approximately 30 degree segments. If pins are loose, (release pin "C" rings
offer little or no resistance to removal of pin) inspect connection linkage-pin holes or elongation.
• Inspect particle separator blower exhaust ducts and P3 lines to HMUs for cracks.
• Inspect fuel, oil, and air tubes and hoses for security, evidence of chafing, leakage, and broken or missing clamps.
• Inspect fuel manifold for chafing at the 6 o'clock position in the area of the diffuser flange.
• Check power-available spindle and load-demand spindle installations for security.
• Check that anti-ice bleed and start valve clips are in place.
• Inspect V-band clamps on HMUs, particle separator blower, and bleed-air tubing for security.
• Inspect exterior of engines for evidence of oil, fuel, or air leaks, and missing or broken studs and nuts.
• Inspect oil filter for impending bypass indication. Button must not protrude.
• Inspect fuel filter for impending bypass indication. Button must not protrude.
• Inspect power turbine cases for cracks and loose or broken third stage nozzle bolts.
• On engines equipped with oil cooler, 4046T25G03, inspect for fuel or oil leaks from the weep hole located at the 12
o'clock position.
• Inspect customer bleed-air ports, anti-ice bleed-air ports and stage 4 bleed-air ports for cracks where each port mates
with the compressor case.
• Inspect engine bleed-air slots for cracks.
6.31 Inspect No. 2 engine control cables as follows: B
• Inspect load-demand push/pull cable and collective bias tube linkage at mixer for damage, security, chafing, and
grommet wear.
• Inspect power-available push/pull cable from firewall to HMU for damage, security, chafing, and grommet wear.
• Inspect power-available push/pull cable from firewall to engine control quadrant for damage, security, chafing, and
grommet wear.
• Inspect breakaway valves for visible yellow line around center of valve. If yellow line is visible, replace valve.
• Inspect fuel selector valves for security and leakage.
• Inspect fuel lines for security and leaks.
6.34 Inspect engine/APU fire extinguisher and protection system as follows: A B
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools References
Aircraft Mechanic's Toolkit TM 1-S70i-280-23