AIRPATH COMPASS MANUAL MANUALS
AIRPATH COMPASS MANUAL FULL

AIRPATH COMPASS MANUAL MANUALS

(He also said he understood the position of some inspectors and some repair stations who felt it was inappropriate for a CRS to service equipment for which their certificate did not apply due to lack of manuals and specifications.) He felt it to be a simple matter any A&P who felt qualified should be able to service the fluid in a compass. I visited with a local FAA Inspector here in DFW region about this today. His response was, 'If you can't kill a turkey on your own 1500 acres and get away with it. This situation reminds of the the local game warden, whom I'd queried regarding whether or not it was legal to hunt a turkey on my own ranch for the table, without a permit/license, similar to certain laws regarding fishing on private ponds. it's safety due to flashpoint is one of it's features. Compass fluid is a clear safety-solvent, and I'm surprised they're claiming it's hazmat. Kerosene has been used for many years, but it will eventually 'yellow' the compass numerals. but allow any mechanic, even an owner, to adjust/calibrate his compass at the airport compass rose?) (And since that's the case, then why do the FAA condem this simple repair. If care is used, no danger to the mechanism/operation exists. In most cases it's a simple gasket and fluid replacement that involves no other modification/repair of the unit. The reaction has generally been downright silly over it, in my opinion. The FAA got involved when some CRS (Certified Repair Stations) were found to be doing it without proper instrument certification or repair/overhaul manuals. This used to be a common repair performed by mechanics in the course of regular maintenance. (Hardest thing is just making certain the compass is completely submerged to get rid of all the bubbles.) I've done it and it works just fine, if the directions are followed. Lots of compasses have been repaired with the repair kit that is sold via Spruce, Univair, Chief, WagAero, and others. Oh this was a buddies plane you talking about that may need fluid. Then when the doors open and the plane emerges with, surprise, good compass. Now lets see if your plane goes into the hanger with a good compass and the doors are closed. I certainly understand your position as I fly for a living as well. He turned to my IA and said 'you really should give your friend some compass fluid some time' then smiled.

AIRPATH COMPASS MANUAL FULL

Not a month ago while admiring the simplicity of my Cub panel a local FAA safety inspector noticed the mag compass only 3/4 full of fluid. Or at least they have the fluid in stock for some reason. While I know this isn't legal I know many mechanics that replace the gaskets and fluid. I've heard all sorts of things being used for fluid but I wouldn't use any thing other than the right stuff unless someone could give me better proof of what can be used. The repair kits are pretty straight forward. My condolences on the lose of your mother.

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