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Repair and overhaul propellers

Repair and overhaul propellers

Unit of competency
National Code
MEAMEC0068
State Code
OEG42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/03/2023
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
28/03/2023
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply hand skills, theory knowledge and maintenance publication procedures to repair and overhaul aircraft propellers and components during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance work may be performed individually or as part of a team.This unit applies to piston and turbine engine propellers and components, excluding propeller blades that are made from materials other than metal. The repair and overhaul of propeller and components may, in the case of turboprops and some full authority digital engine control (FADEC) systems, be related to aircraft power plant control systems. This is covered in the unit MEAMEC0013 Inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and components.The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and the Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA).Any other relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine requirements
  • 1.1 Interpret and match propellers and component defect reports (removal tags) or customer order by part and serial numbers
  • 1.2 Inspect and operate components through prescribed test procedures to establish serviceability or confirm defects, as required
  • 1.3 Establish modification status to assist in determining the overhaul requirements for the components
  • 1.4 Identify extent of overhaul or repair and document in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
2. Troubleshoot propeller components
  • 2.1 Use available information from maintenance records and test results, when required, to assist in fault determination
  • 2.2 Use logical processes to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting
  • 2.3 Obtain specialist advice, when required, to assist with, or to confirm, the fault and rectification requirement
  • 2.4 Locate propeller component faults and identify the causes of the faults
  • 2.5 Determine fault rectification requirements to assist in planning the repair
3. Dismantle and inspect propeller component parts
  • 3.1 Dismantle propeller component parts in accordance with maintenance manuals while observing all relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including the use of material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and items of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 3.2 Assess component parts for serviceability in accordance with the relevant maintenance documentation
  • 3.3 Tag parts requiring specialist repair and specify repair instructions in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Prepare parts requiring non-destructive testing (NDT) for testing in accordance with the relevant maintenance documentation
  • 3.5 Compile and process parts lists in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
4. Repair and/or modify propeller components or parts
  • 4.1 Repair or replace component parts in accordance with the relevant maintenance documentation
  • 4.2 Modify components or parts, when required, by relevant manufacturers’ bulletins or procedures
5. Assemble, test and adjust propeller components
  • 5.1 Assemble component parts within specified tolerances and in accordance with the appropriate maintenance documents while observing all relevant WHS requirements, including the use of MSDSs and items of PPE
  • 5.2 Adjust, test and calibrate propeller components to operate within prescribed specifications, and seek required supervisory guidance for complex testing and adjustments
  • 5.3 Tag, seal and pack finished components in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
  • 5.4 Complete required maintenance documentation and modification records and process in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUE75 MEA389 Repair and/or overhaul propellers Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDW1 MEA40718 Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) Qualification
AE927 MEASS00480 AMW023 Propeller repair/overhaul Skill set