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A set of questions and answers related to aircraft cleaning procedures. It covers various aspects such as the reasons for cleaning aircraft, different cleaning categories (wet-cleans, dry-cleans, polishing), and specific cleaning methods for different aircraft parts. The document also includes information on solvents, safety precautions, and the purpose of material safety data sheets, making it a useful resource for aviation maintenance students and professionals. It offers practical knowledge and insights into maintaining aircraft cleanliness and safety standards. This is a verified and graded a exam.
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Why are aircraft cleaned? Give at least five reasons. More accurate inspection results, easier to spot possible failures, allows for a safer/easier flight, better appearance, prevents wear. What are the three categories of washing aircraft? Describe each. wet-cleans grease, oil, dirt dry- cleans airport film & some dirt. Polishing- restores How are magnesium engine parts cleaned? Use commercial solvent to wash and use MEK; then decarbonize then scraped or grit blasted. How are aircraft windshields cleaned? soap & fresh water & chamois Lead acid and Ni-cad battery spills are neutralized with what? Baking soda neutralizes lead acid, Boric acid neutralizes Ni-cad.
What is used to clean acrylics and rubber? aliphatic naphtha What precaution must be taken when cleaning plastic surfaces? no dry cloth- cloth scratched + attracts dust Kerosene is used to clean what type of parts? powerplant parts What is M.E.K? Methyl Ethyl Ketone which is a solvent cleaner for metal surfaces and paint stripper. What is the purpose of material safety data sheets? provides information like Health precautions, Flammability, Ventilation requirements, and other information in case of an emergencies What is a liquids flashpoint? The temperature which causes fuel vapor/oil vapor to burst into flame
abrasive paper that can cause extreme corrosion what type of cleaners should be used when cleaning aircraft interior fabrics? Why? detergents, soaps, and Alkaline cleaners bc they are safe/efficient to use What is an alkaline cleaner? nonflammable water soluble cleaner that is used on fabrics, headliners, and rugs. What are the dangers in using chemical cleaners? entrapping materials that are corrosive which will cancel out all of the advantages chemical cleaners come with. Also chemical cleaners cause acid burns.