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GEAR ALTERNATE EXTENSION [2 records]

Record 1 1987-02-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Landing Gear (Aeroindustry)
CONT

Inspect :... nose gear actuating cylinder attach bracket, alternate extension mechanism, plumbing, electrical wiring, spin brakes & aft side of pwd bulkhead....

OBS

The landing gear mechanical control system provides a means for positioning the control valves to retract and extend the gear hydraulically. It also provides a mechanical means for releasing the gear and doors to permit a free-fall gear extension.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Atterrisseur (Constructions aéronautiques)
OBS

mécanisme de sortie de secours : terme accepté par le Comité d'étude de la terminologie des cartes de travail du DC-9.

Spanish

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Record 2 1987-02-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Landing Gear (Aeroindustry)
CONT

Raise alternate extension control lever to free-fall gear. Release lever should unlock overcenter linkage, and gear should free-fall and lock in down position.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Atterrisseur (Constructions aéronautiques)
OBS

levier de déverrouillage : terme accepté par le Comité d'étude de la terminologie des cartes de travail du DC-9.

Spanish

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