A prop strike can transmit a shock far beyond the propeller. Learn what may happen to the crankshaft, gears, crankcase and accessories, and why inspection must follow current manufacturer data.
“To the untrained eye, these parts are only metal. To us, they are the record of a disaster that never happened.” To read Martin Blais’s complete article in Magazine Aviation, visit:http://magazines.smmedias.ca/V30N2/12/ What engine parts can tell us In aviation maintenance, some stories unfold quietly. They do not begin with a dramatic in-flight failure. They appear […]
In general aviation, a propeller strike, even one that appears minor, is a critical event that requires immediate attention. According to aircraft engine manufacturers, this type of incident can cause hidden internal damage that, if not detected in time, can develop into a catastrophic failure. At Aéro Atelier C.M. inc., we take this situation very […]
