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Cessna

A Textron Company

Nondestructive Testing Manual

MODEL 208
NONDESTRUCTIVE
TESTING MANUAL

Member of GAMA

FAA APPROVAL HAS BEEN OBTAINED ON TECHNICAL DATA IN THIS PUBLICATION THAT AFFECTS AIRPLANE TYPE DESIGN.

COPYRIGHT © 2003
CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY
WICHITA, KANSAS, USA 3 NOVEMBER 2003
208ND00
CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY
MODEL 208
NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
1. Coverage
A. The Model 208 Nondestructive Testing Manual is prepared in accordance with the Air Transport
Association Specification 2200 for Manufacturers Technical Data.
B. This Nondestructive Testing Manual contains nondestructive inspection technical data to let approved
personnel, that do not know the airplane, do the nondestructive test procedures.
C. This manual has procedures by which all Model 208 and 208B personnel are told of nondestructive
test instructions. This manual will be revised to include more procedures as necessary, if service or
test programs show the need for these procedures.
2. Scope
A. Nondestructive tests have procedures to look for quality, integrity, properties, and dimensions of
materials and components, without damage to their serviceable condition. Inspection procedures
include visual, radiographic, ultrasonic, eddy current, penetrant, and magnetic particle.
B. Inspection personnel must know how to correctly do nondestructive tests. This will help to make sure
the correct procedures are used and that there are accurate reports of the results. Cessna has a
sequence for the certification of nondestructive test procedures and personnel. Refer to Part 1, 20-
00-00.
3. Airplane Identification
A. All airplanes have a serial number. These numbers are given one after the other to each airplane as
the assembly starts and stay with the airplane through its service life. The airplane serial number is
on the left side of the tailcone.
B. Inspections in this manual are to be applied to those airplanes identified by serial number for a given
inspection (refer to Inspections).
4. Compact Disc (CD-ROM)
A. Model 208 technical publications are available in paper and as CD-ROM (Compact Disc - Read Only
Memory). The paper technical publications are available as specific technical publications, such
as Maintenance Manual, Parts Catalog, and others, while the electronic technical publications are
grouped together on the CD. These technical publications have the newest facts through regular
revisions.
5. Using the Nondestructive Testing Manual
A. Division of Subject Matter.
(1) The nondestructive test procedures and inspection procedures given in this manual are
sequenced into parts in accordance with the Air Transport Association Specification 2200.
Each part contains general information on test instructions and specific procedures for the
inspection/tests of airplane structures or assemblies.
(2) A description of the Nondestructive Testing Manual division follows:

Part 1 - General
Part 2 - X-Ray
Part 4 - Ultrasonic
Part 6 - Eddy Current
Part 7 - Penetrant

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Part 9 - Optical
(3) Effectivity Page. (There are paper and Aerofiche versions of this manual only)
(a) A list of effectivity pages is given with each part. All pages in the specified part are shown
in numerical sequence on the List of Effective Page(s) with the date of issue for each page.
B. Page Numbering System.
(1) The Nondestructive Testing Manual number system has the part number, ATA-2200,
three-element numbers, divided by dashes, page number, and printed date.
(a) A three-element number is given for each procedure, with the first set of numbers related to
the chapter number (according to the Air Transport Association Specification 2200's given
subject matter). The second set of numbers are related to the section, and the third set of
numbers the subject.
(b) A part number is shown immediately left of the three-element number. The part number is
important since the same three-element numbers can be used in more than one part.
(c) The page number is found immediately right of the three-element number, is in sequence
(pages 1 and on) for each item.
(d) The date is found below the page number, and is the issue date of the page.

6. Revision (Paper Version of this Manual Only)


A. Regular Revision.
(1) The manual title page shows the initial date of issue and the newest revision date. The revised
pages must be put in the manual for every revision.
B. Regular Revision Instructions.
(1) Refer to the effectivity pages of each chapter while you put in a revision.
(2) Pages changed by a revision will be shown by a revision date on each page as well as the
effectivity page(s). Each revised page replaces the related page in the manual.
(3) New pages added to the manual are shown on the effectivity page(s). The pages are put in the
manual by part number and in sequence by the chapter/section/subject and the page number.
(4) Pages that were not necessary in the manual, will be removed from the list of effective pages.
These pages must be removed and discarded.
C. Temporary Revision.
(1) Additional information which becomes available can be used as a temporary revision.
Temporary revisions are usually included into the Nondestructive Testing Manual at the next
regularly scheduled revision, and become a permanent part of the manual.
(2) Temporary revisions are printed on yellow paper for easy identification compared to regular
revised pages.
D. Temporary Revision Instructions.
(1) Put the temporary revisions in the applicable part with the instructions shown on the title page.
(2) Remove the temporary revisions from the manual only when they are replaced by a regular
revision or by the instructions of a new temporary revision. A Record of the Temporary Revisions
form is found after each part number effectivity page. A Date Removed column on the Record of
Temporary Revisions form will show the date that the temporary revision was put in and approves
the use of the temporary revision.

7. Revised Material Identification


A. Changes or revisions to the text in a section will be identified by a revision bar in the left margin of the
page adjacent to the change.
B. When a large quantity of technical changes are made to the text in a section that needs a large revision,
the revision bars will be shown the full length of the text.
C. New or revised art added to a section will be identified by a change bar along the full length of the
page.

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8. Warnings, Cautions and Notes


A. Through all the text in this manual are warnings, cautions, and notes that are related to the procedures
that are used. These secondary parts of the text are used to identify important information.
(1) WARNING - Tells information about use of materials, procedures, or limits which must be followed
accurately to prevent injury or death to personnel.
(2) CAUTION - Tells information about procedures which must be followed to prevent damage to
equipment.
(3) NOTE - Tells information about procedures which will make the task easier.
9. Terminology
A. Such items as left and right, top and bottom, front and rear, forward and aft, and clockwise and
counterclockwise refer to the airplane as viewed from the rear, on the centerline, or when you look
forward. All dimensions, material gages, and distances are given in inches if not diferently specified.
10. Inspections
A. The inspection procedures given in this manual will be done at intervals specified in applicable
inspection needs, found in the applicable 208 Maintenance Manual.
B. The necessary inspections are given in a procedure to show what airplane component is to
be inspected, the correct inspection procedure, and what conditions are to be looked for. The
instructions are written to point the technician to look at components and areas that possibly are
unserviceable.
C. This manual does not contain instructions for repair, adjustment, or other procedures to correct
unserviceable conditions. Refer to applicable parts of the Model 208 Maintenance Manual or Model
208 Structural Repair Manual for maintenance instructions.

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LIST OF PARTS

PARTS EFFECTIVE DATE* FICHE/FRAME


Introduction Nov 3/2003 1 A3
LOP List of Parts Nov 3/2003 1 A6
Part 1 General Nov 3/2003 1 A8
Part 2 X-Ray Nov 3/2003 1 A13
Part 4 Ultrasonic Nov 3/2003 1 B1
Part 6 Eddy Current Nov 3/2003 1 B6
Part 7 Penetrant Nov 3/2003 1 G1
Part 8 Magnetic Particle Nov 3/2003 1 G8
Part 9 Optical Nov 3/2003 1 H1

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LIST OF REVISIONS
1. General
A. This Model 208 Nondestructive Testing Manual includes the initial copy and the listed revisions that
follow. To make sure that information in this manual is the newest data and the latest maintenance
and inspection procedures are available, revisions must be put into the manual as they are supplied.
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Scope.................................................................. Part 1 - 20-00-00 Page 1
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PART 1 - PERSONNEL AND FACILITIES

1. Scope
A. This document is applicable to all facilities and personnel performing nondestructive inspections on
Model 208 and 208B Airplanes.

2. Purpose
A. The purpose of this document is to make sure the nondestructive inspections performed on Model
208 and 208B airplanes are accomplished by certified facilities and personnel.
(1) Facilities doing nondestructive inspection as defined in this Nondestructive Testing Manual must
hold a valid FAA Repair Station Certificate with a Specialized Service Rating in the applicable
method of nondestructive inspection. Facilities not under the jurisdiction of the FAA must meet
the requirements of their governing agencies' Civil Aviation Authority or applicable regulatory
agency.
(2) Personnel that do nondestructive inspections defined in this Nondestructive Testing Manual must
be certified to a minimum of a Level II in the appropriate inspection method as defined in a written
practice that meets the minimum intent of an internationally recognized certification scheme,
such as but not limited to:
(a) The American Society for Nondestructive Testing Recommended Practice Number SNT-
TC-1A or
(b) National Aerospace Standard NAS 410, NAS Certification and Qualification of
Nondestructive Test Personnel or
(c) ISO 9712, Nondestructive Testing - qualification and Certification of Personnel or
(d) BS EN 4179:2000, Qualification and approval of personnel for nondestructive testing or
(e) AINDT0.004, Guide to Qualification and Certification.
(3) Facilities that do nondestructive inspection as defined in this Nondestructive Testing Manual must
own or have access to the appropriate test equipment capable of performing the inspection and
reporting the test results as defined in this manual.

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X-RAY INSPECTION - GENERAL

1. General
A. A radiographic inspection will show internal and external structural details. This inspection is
applicable for all types of parts and materials. It is a type of nondestructive test that lets you examine
the parts of the airframe structure that you cannot get access to or that you cannot examine with
other types of nondestructive tests.
B. In a radiographic inspection test, an X-ray beam passes through a part or an assembly to expose a
piece of radiographic film. Structural details of the part or assembly will show as differences in film
density after the film is processed. An operator must interpret the radiograph to find damage.

2. Safety
A. Obey all safety precautions. The X-rays used in this test are dangerous to the personnel who do
the test and to people around them. A good source of data about protection from radiation is the
National Bureau Of Standards Handbook 93, "Safety Standard For Non-Medical X-Ray And Sealed
Gamma-Ray Sources."

3. Symbols and Abbreviations


A. Symbols.
(1) The symbols in Figure 1 show the X-ray tube anode (source). The number corresponds to the
radiographic exposure.

A25912

GENERIC ANODE POSITION. COORDINATE


ANODE (SOURCE) NUMERAL INDICATES POSITION OF
POSITION RADIOGRAPH NUMBER. ANODE
REFER TO PROCEDURES
FOR RADIOGRAPH DATA
5583T1014

Symbols
Figure 1

B. Abbreviations.
(1) KV = Kilovoltage.
(2) MAS = Milliampere Seconds.
(3) MAM = Milliampere Minutes.
(4) SFD = Source to Film Distance.

4. Procedures
A. Make sure that the surface of the part that will be radiographed is clean. If you must clean the part, refer
to the Model 208 Structural Repair Manual or to the Model 208 Maintenance Manual for instructions.
B. Make sure that the central beam of radiation stays at a 90-degree angle to the surface of the film.
C. Put the film as near to the surface of the material as possible.

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D. Keep the distance from the X-ray source to the film (the focal distance) sufficient to make a sharp
image on the film.

NOTE: The adjustments that are specified in individual radiographic procedures in this manual are
guidelines to make good radiographs. It could be necessary to change the MA, time, and
KV settings to get the contrast, sensitivity, and density specified. This can be because of
differences in equipment, film, or method of processing. X-ray equipment is permitted if it
makes radiographs of the quality specified by this manual.
E. Use the lowest possible potential (kilovoltage) and the highest possible current (milliamperage) to get
correct sensitivity, contrast, and density.

NOTE: This manual gives the best densities for each inspection procedure. Densities lower than
1.5 and higher than 3.7 are not acceptable for proper film interpretation.
F. Be careful when you handle and store radiographic film that has not been developed. This will help
to prevent blemishes which can cause you to interpret radiographs incorrectly.

5. Test Equipment
A. The specified X-ray unit was used to make the X-ray inspection procedures in this manual. When you
use other equipment, it might be necessary to adjust the techniques in this manual.

Equipment Manufacturer
Model SPX160 Industrial X-ray Unit, Automation/Sperry
end ground anode with focal spot size Shelter Rock Road
1.5 mm Danbury, CT 06810

NOTE: Radioactive isotopes (Gamma Ray) are not permitted for the radiographic inspections in
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ULTRASONIC INSPECTION

1. General
A. Ultrasonic inspection uses high frequency sound waves as a probing medium to get information about
the condition of materials. This method is good for the inspection of most materials for surface and
subsurface defects. At least one surface of the part must be accessible in the vicinity of the area to
be examined.
B. The inspection of airframe structure is done when the ultrasound is put into the part by a contacting
probe (transducer) and the reflections of this sound are picked up from within the part. The detected
ultrasonic reflections are electronically shown on an oscilloscope and interpreted for possible defect
indications. Accessory devices must give sufficient probe coupling to curved surfaces, or to change
the angle of the sound beam in the material or part under inspection.
C. In most of the ultrasonic inspection techniques prepared for this manual, information has been given
for the fabrication of an ultrasonic Reference Standard. The selection and use of reference standards
is very important for successful ultrasonic inspection of airplane components.
D. Before most inspections, the type and general location of defects that may occur are known. Therefore,
when Reference Standards with calibrated reflectors that are similar to the defects are used, an
established inspection procedure can prove their validity. If the inspection procedure can clearly sense
the artificial defect, then theoretically it should also sense natural defects.

2. Test Equipment
A. In the development of the Ultrasonic Inspection Techniques contained in this manual, this ultrasonic
unit was used (unless otherwise in a list in the specific inspection technique). When substitute
equipment is used, it may be necessary to make adjustments to the techniques.

Equipment Manufacturer
Type M90 Reflectroscope with Standard Automation/Sperry
Pulser/Receiver Shelter Rock Road
Danbury, CT 06810

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Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 1
Instrument Requirements: Bolt Hole Inspection ............................ Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 1
Instrument Calibration Standards ......................................... Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 2
Inspection Considerations ............................................... Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 3
Instrum ent Calibration ................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 3
Inspectio n . ............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 3
Interpretation ........................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 4
Reporting R esults ....................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-01 Page 4
EDDY CURRENT SURFACE TECHNIQUES - GENERAL........................ Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 1
Instrument Requirements: Surface Inspection ............................. Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 1
Instrument Calibration Standards ......................................... Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 2
Inspection Considerations ............................................... Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 3
Instrum ent Calibration ................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 3
In spection .............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 3
Interpretation ........................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 4
Reporting R esults ....................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-02 Page 4
EDDY CURRENT CONDUCTIVITY TESTING: ALUMINUM ...................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 1
Instrument Requirements: Conductivity Testing ............................ Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 1
Calibration Reference Standards ......................................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 1
Inspection Considerations ............................................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 2
Instrum ent Calibration ................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 2
Instrument Calibration Standards ......................................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 2
Inspectio n .............................................................. Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 2
Reporting R esults ....................................................... Part 6 - 20-00-03 Page 4
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Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-10-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 53-10-01 Page 1
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Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-04 Page 1
Eq uipm ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-04 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-04 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-04 Page 2
Part Disposition......................................................... Part 6 - 53-20-04 Page 2
MAIN LANDING GEAR ATTACH FITTINGS AND AFT CARRY-THRU BULKHEAD. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Equipm ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 1
Inspectio n .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 2
Part Disposition......................................................... Part 6 - 53-20-05 Page 4
FUSELAGE TO WING CARRY-THRU ATTACH FITTING ........................ Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Equipm ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 1
Insp ection .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 2
Part D isposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 53-20-06 Page 6
FUSELAGE TO STRUT ATTACH FITTING LUGS ............................... Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Equipment ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 2
Part Disposition......................................................... Part 6 - 53-20-07 Page 2

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Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 1
Eq uip m e nt ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 2
Part D isposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 53-50-01 Page 6
VERTICAL STABILIZER ATTACH POINTS ..................................... Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
E q uipm ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 1
In spectio n .............................................................. Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 2
Part D isposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 53-50-02 Page 2
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER FORWARD AND AFT ATTACH POINTS ............. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
E quip m ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 1
Aft Attach Point Inspection ............................................... Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 2
Forward Attach Points Inspection ......................................... Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 2
Part D isposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 55-10-01 Page 3
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER SPARS............................................ Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Eq uip m ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Insp ectio n .............................................................. Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 1
Part D ispositio n ......................................................... Part 6 - 55-10-02 Page 3
VERTICAL STABILIZER SPARS ............................................... Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
E quip m ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 1
In sp ectio n .............................................................. Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 2
P art D ispositio n ......................................................... Part 6 - 55-30-01 Page 2
WING TO CARRY-THRU SPAR ATTACHMENT FITTING ........................ Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
E q uipm ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 1
Forward Spar Fitting Inspection........................................... Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 2
Aft Spar Fitting Inspection ................................................ Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 4
A ttach Lug H oles........................................................ Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 6
P art D ispositio n ......................................................... Part 6 - 57-20-01 Page 7

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FORWARD SPAR LOWER CAP INBOARD OF WS 141.20 ...................... Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................ Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Equip m ent ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Calibration.............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 2
Part Disposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 57-20-02 Page 4
AFT SPAR LOWER CAP INBOARD OF WS 141.20 ............................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Eq uipment ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 2
Part Disposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 57-20-03 Page 2
FLA P T RA C KS .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
Ge ne ral ...... .. ...... .. .... .. ..... .... .. ......... .. ........ ....... ..... Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
Tools, Equipment and M aterials .......................................... Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
Calibration.............................................................. Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
Flap Track Inspection .................................................... Part 6 - 57-50-01 Page 1
W ING STRUT FITTING S ..................................................... Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 1
G en eral ................................................................ Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirem ents................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 1
Tools and M aterials ..................................................... Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 1
Preparation............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 1
Calibration .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 2
Inspection Procedure .................................................... Part 6 - 57-60-01 Page 2
WING STRUT ATTACHMENT TO FRONT SPAR ................................ Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 1
Eq uipment ............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 1
Calibration.............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 2
Part Disposition ......................................................... Part 6 - 57-60-02 Page 4

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EDDY CURRENT BOLT HOLE TECHNIQUES - GENERAL

1. Description
A. Eddy current inspection is good for the detection of surface or near-surface cracks in most metals. This
method is done when eddy currents are put into the part and then monitored for electrical changes of
the induced field. The field change is interpreted to find the type of defect. Eddy current inspection
can be used on airframe parts or assemblies where the inspection area is accessible to contact by the
eddy current probe. An important use of eddy current inspection is to find cracks caused by corrosion
and stress around fastener holes with the fasteners installed.
B. This section gives the general requirements for the use of the eddy current method to find defects
within holes. Use this section with specific instructions for the location of the inspection and the types
of discontinuities to be detected.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Instrument Requirements: Bolt Hole Inspection


A. Instrument Sensitivity
(1) Some inspection techniques require the use of instruments that show both phase and amplitude
information on a storage cathode ray tube for impedance plane analysis. Impedance plane
instruments can be used in place of metered instruments. Metered instruments must not be
used in place of impedance plane instruments where the ability to distinguish phase information
is necessary.
(2) The instrument must have a repeatable signal response that has a signal-to-noise ratio of greater
than 3 to 1 for the test in which it is to be used. Impedance plane instruments must be able to
resolve the signal within the guidelines shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

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SENSITIVITY
LEVEL

NULL POINT

Absolute Probe Calibration Range


Figure 1

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A16316

MINIMUM
SENSITIVITY
LEVEL IS 3
DIVISIONS FROM
PEAK TO PEAK
LIFT-OFF

NULL POINT

Differential Probe Calibration Range


Figure 2

(3) Make sure the functional performance of the eddy current instrumentation is verified on an annual
basis.
B. Probe Sensitivity.
(1) The probe can have an absolute or differential coil arrangement.
(2) The probe can be shielded or unshielded. A shielded probe is usually recommended.
(3) The probe must have an operating frequency that gives the required test sensitivity and depth
of penetration.
(a) For a bolt hole inspection done on an aluminum part, the frequency must be 200 kHz.
(b) For a bolt hole inspection done on titanium, the frequency must be 1 MHz to 2 MHz.
(c) For a bolt hole inspection done on steel, the frequency must be 500 kHz to 800 kHz.

NOTE: The approximate frequencies must be used unless a different frequency is shown in
a specific procedure. The actual frequency used will depend on the ability of the test
systems (probe and instruments) to meet the required test sensitivity.

(4) Smaller coil diameters are better for the detection of cracks. A coil diameter of 1/8 inch is usually
used.
(5) For crack detection, the coil will usually contain a ferrite core.
(6) The probe must not give interference responses caused by pressure of use, probe movement,
or normal operating pressure variations on the sense coil which cause the signal-to-noise ratio
to be less than 3 to 1.
(7) Teflon tape can be used to decrease the wear on the eddy current probe coil. When Teflon tape
is used, a new instrument calibration must be done.

4. Instrument Calibration Standards


A. Nonferrous reference standards must be of an alloy that has the same major base metal, basic temper,
and the approximate electrical conductivity as the material to be inspected.
B. Reference standards must have a minimum surface finish of 150 RHR or RMS 165.
C. The dimensional accuracy of EDM notches must be documented and traceable to the National Institute
of Standards and Technology (NIST).

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D. In some cases a specially fabricated reference standard will be necessary to simulate a part's
geometry, configuration, and/or the specific discontinuity location. Artificial discontinuities can be
used in the reference standard.
5. Inspection Considerations
A. Temperature: Inspections must not be done until the temperature of the probe, the standard, and the
material are equal.
B. Surface Condition:
(1) Finish: The surface finish of the area to be tested must be 150 RHR or RMS 165 or smoother.
(2) Cleanliness: The test area must be free of dirt, grease, oil, or other contaminants.
(3) Probe Contact: Eddy current inspection must be done with good contact made between the
probe and the part unless a specific procedure requires an offset. Lightly corroded parts must
be cleaned lightly with emery cloth. Severely corroded or painted parts must be lightly abraded
and cleaned locally in the area on which the probe will be put.
6. Instrument Calibration
A. The instrument must be calibrated and operated in accordance with this technique and the
manufacturer's instructions.
B. Instrument calibration must be done before inspection. Calibration must be checked at intervals
as necessary to maintain calibration during continuous use and at the end of the inspection. The
instrument must be calibrated again if any part of the system is replaced or if any calibrated control
settings are changed.
C. A 0.050 inch x 0.050 inch corner notch must be used for calibration unless another dimension is given
in the procedure. A typical eddy current bolt hole reference standard with EDM notch depths of 0.050
inch x 0.050 inch is shown in Figure 3.

A16318

Typical Bolt Hole Reference Standard


Figure 3

D. Adjust the instrument to get a minimum separation of three major screen divisions between the
null/balance point and the applicable reference notch. The signal from a differential probe must be
considered peak-to-peak.
E. Filters can be used to make the signal-to-noise ratio better.

7. Inspection
A. When the inspection procedure does not give the depths at which the scans are to be made, this
general procedure must be used:
(1) Select the appropriate probe and instrument.
(2) Put the probe into the hole and get an indication for the near edge of the hole.
(a) This is the point when the signal is 50 percent between the signal for an air condition and
the probe fully in the hole.
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(3) Move the probe through the hole until the signal shows that it is past the far edge of the hole.
(a) This is the point when the signal is 50 percent between the signal for an air condition and
the probe fully in the hole.
(b) Record the distance between the center of the probe coil and the edge of the probe guide.
(4) More than one layer can be found by slow movement of the probe through the hole. A layer
interface will look like a crack indication. The difference is that the interface will be seen through
360 degrees of the hole. Measure the distance between the center of the probe coil and the
edge of the probe guide when the signal from the interface is at its maximum.
(5) Do the inspection at a hole depth of 0.070 inch from either edge of the hole. Do the inspection
every 0.070 inch through the hole. If the hole has more than one layer, the inspection
requirements must be done on each layer.
8. Interpretation
A. If an indication is found, carefully repeat the inspection in the opposite direction of probe movement
to make sure of the indication. If the indication is found for left and right probe movement, carefully
monitor the amount of probe movement or turn needed to cause the instrument to move off from the
maximum indication.
B. When the eddy current probe is centered over a crack, the signal will be at maximum and any
movement of the probe (exceeding 0.020 inch, or 2 degrees) will cause the signal to start to go
back to the original reading. Corrosion pits, foreign material, and out-of-round holes can cause an
instrument response for 20 to 30 degrees of bolt hole probe rotation before the indication starts to
go back to the original reading.
C. Unless specified differently, cracks are not allowed.
D. Find the end of a crack using the 50 percent method. Move the probe slowly across the end of the
crack until a point is found where the crack signal amplitude has been reduced by 50 percent. The
center of the probe coil at this point is the end of the crack.

9. Reporting Results
A. If the inspection procedure has not told you what to do with the damaged part, contact Cessna
Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS 67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800
Fax 316-942-9006. Include sufficient information in all written descriptions so that someone not
involved with the inspection can interpret the results. Give the following information:
(1) Location of the hole with the discontinuity.
(2) Depth of the discontinuity into the hole and, if applicable, the material layer.
(3) Discontinuity orientation relative to the hole.

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EDDY CURRENT SURFACE TECHNIQUES - GENERAL


1. Description
A. Eddy current inspection is good for the detection of surface or near-surface cracks in most metals. This
method is done when eddy currents are put into the part and then monitored for electrical changes of
the induced field. The field change is interpreted to find the type of defect. Eddy current inspection
can be used on airframe parts or assemblies where the inspection area is accessible to contact by the
eddy current probe. An important use of eddy current inspection is to find cracks caused by corrosion
and stress around fastener holes with the fasteners installed.
B. This section gives the general requirements for the use of the eddy current method to find surface
defects. Use this section with specific instructions for the location of the inspection and the types of
discontinuities to be detected.
2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Instrument Requirements: Surface Inspection


A. Instrument Sensitivity
(1) Some inspection techniques require the use of instruments that show both phase and amplitude
information on a storage cathode ray tube for impedance plane analysis. Impedance plane
instruments can be used in place of metered instruments. Metered instruments must not be
used in place of impedance plane instruments where the ability to distinguish phase information
is necessary.
(2) The instrument must have a repeatable signal response that has a signal-to-noise ratio of greater
than 3 to 1 for the test in which it is to be used. Impedance plane instruments must be able to
resolve the signal within the guidelines shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.
A 10766

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Figure 1

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A16316

SENSITIVITY
LEVEL IS 3
DIVISIONS FROM
PEAK TO PEAK
LIFT-OFF

NULL POINT

Differential Probe Calibration Range


Figure 2

(3) Make sure the functional performance of the eddy current instrumentation is verified on an annual
basis.
B. Probe Sensitivity
(1) The probe can have an absolute or differential coil arrangement.
(2) The probe can be shielded or unshielded. A shielded probe is usually recommended.
(3) The probe must have an operating frequency that gives the required test sensitivity and depth
of penetration.
(a) Inspections done on aluminum must be done at an operating frequency of 200 kHz.
(b) Inspections done on titanium must be done at an operating frequency of 1 MHz to 2 MHz.
(c) Inspections done on titanium must be done at an operating frequency of 500 kHz to 800
kHz.

NOTE: The approximate frequencies must be used unless a different frequency is shown in
a specific procedure. The actual frequency used will depend on the ability of the test
systems (probe and instruments) to meet the required test sensitivity.

(4) Smaller coil diameters are better for detection of cracks. A coil diameter of 1/8 inch is usually
used.
(5) For crack detection, the coil will usually contain a ferrite core.
(6) The probe must not give interference responses caused by pressure of use, probe movement
or normal operating pressure variations on the sense coil which cause the signal-to-noise ratio
to be less than 3 to 1.
(7) Teflon tape can be used to decrease the wear on the eddy current probe coil. When Teflon tape
is used, a new instrument calibration must be done.

4. Instrument Calibration Standards


A. Nonferrous reference standards must be of an alloy that has the same major base metal, basic temper,
and the approximate electrical conductivity as the material to be inspected.
B. Reference standards must have a minimum surface finish of 150 RHR or RMS 165.

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C. The dimensional accuracy of EDM notches must be documented and traceable to the National Institute
of Standards and Technology (NIST).
D. In some cases a specially fabricated reference standard will be necessary to simulate a part's
geometry, configuration, and/or the specific discontinuity location. Artificial discontinuities can be
used in the reference standard.
5. Inspection Considerations
A. Temperature: Inspections must not be done until the temperature of the probe, the standard, and the
material are equal.
B. Surface Condition:
(1) Finish: The surface finish of the area to be tested must be 150 RHR or RMS 165 or smoother.
(2) Cleanliness: The test area must be free of dirt, grease, oil, or other contaminants.
(3) Probe Contact: Eddy current inspection must be done with good contact made between the
probe and the part unless a specific procedure requires an offset. Lightly corroded parts must
be cleaned lightly with emery cloth. Severely corroded or painted parts must be lightly abraded
and cleaned locally in the area on which the probe will be put.
6. Instrument Calibration
A. The instrument must be calibrated and operated in accordance with this technique and the
manufacturer's instructions.
B. Instrument calibration must be done before inspection. Calibration must be checked at intervals
as necessary to maintain calibration during continuous use and at the end of the inspection. The
instrument must be calibrated again if any part of the system is replaced or if any calibrated control
settings are changed.
C. A 0.020 inch surface notch must be used for surface inspections unless another dimension is given
in the procedure. A typical eddy current surface reference standard with EDM notch depths of 0.010
inch, 0.020 inch, and 0.040 inch is shown in Figure 3.

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Typical Surface Reference Standard


Figure 3

D. Adjust the instrument to get a minimum separation of three major screen divisions between the
null/balance point and the applicable reference notch. The signal from a differential probe must be
considered peak-to-peak.
E. Filters can be used to make the signal-to-noise ratio better.

7. Inspection
A. When possible, the area of inspection must be inspected from two different directions which are at
paths 90 degrees to each other.

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B. Do the inspection in sections that are not wider than the eddy current test coil. The part edge must be
scanned if response from edge effect does not prevent the display of the calibration notch response.
Areas where edge effect is greater than the calibration notch signal must not be inspected using eddy
current.
C. When possible, fillets and radii must be scanned both transverse and parallel to the axis of the radius.
The edge of the fillet or radius must be scanned transverse to the axis of the radius.

8. Interpretation
A. If an indication is found, carefully repeat the inspection in the opposite direction of probe movement
to make sure of the indication. If the indication is found for left and right probe movement, carefully
monitor the amount of probe movement or turn needed to cause the instrument to move off from the
maximum indication.
B. Unless specified differently, cracks are not allowed.
C. Find the end of a crack using the 50 percent method. Move the probe slowly across the end of the
crack until a point is found where the crack signal amplitude has been reduced by 50 percent. The
center of the probe coil at this point is the end of the crack.

9. Reporting Results
A. If the inspection procedure has not told you what to do with the damaged part, contact Cessna
Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS 67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800
Fax 316-942-9006. Include sufficient information in all written descriptions so that someone not
involved with the inspection can interpret the results. Give the following information:
(1) Location of the discontinuity.
(2) The discontinuity size.
(3) The discontinuity orientation.

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EDDY CURRENT CONDUCTIVITY TESTING: ALUMINUM

1. Description
A. This is a general inspection procedure that is used to find the conductivity of aluminum structures by
use of the eddy current method. This procedure is to be used with the applicable material specification
and structural engineering drawings to find if the conductivity values are acceptable or unacceptable.
B. Conductivity testing is an effective method for determining the material properties of aluminum
structures. Eddy currents are put into the part and the variations in the electrical field caused by
conductivity changes are observed. Indications are recorded and compared to acceptable ranges
for the material tested. However, other materials or geometric changes in the area can influence the
conductivity indication of the instrument. Therefore, accurate determination of material properties
cannot be made based on conductivity without access to the appropriate material specification and
engineering drawings.
C. A typical field application is to determine material properties after heat has been applied. Such
situations include: structure heated by an engine or APU, fire damage, and lightning strike.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Instrument Requirements: Conductivity Testing


A. Inspection Frequency: The instrument used must have an operating frequency of 60 kHz.
B. Instrument Accuracy: The instrument used must be an eddy current instrument capable of determining
the conductivity of aluminum alloys as a percentage of the International Annealed Copper Standard
(% IACS) with an accuracy of within 1.0% IACS or better through electrically nonconductive films and
coatings up to at least 0.003 inch (0.08 mm) thick.
C. Instrument Sensitivity: The instrument must have a sensitivity such that changes of at least 0.5%
IACS are clearly distinguishable over the conductivity range of the aluminum alloys under test.
D. Probe: The probe to measure conductivity must have a flat contact surface. The contact surface
diameter must not be greater than 0.500 inch (13 mm).
E. Test lift-off compensation as follows: put the probe on a bare standard, then put a 0.003 inch (0.08
mm) thick nonconductive flat shim between the probe and the standard. The difference in the two
readings must not exceed 0.5% IACS. If it does, return the instrument to the calibration laboratory for
repair and recertification.
F. The functional performance of the conductivity instrument must be verified at the intervals required by
the controlling specification or the manufacturer's recommendation, whichever is less.

4. Calibration Reference Standards


A. Each instrument must have a minimum of two aluminum alloy instrument conductivity standards that
are always kept with the instrument.
(1) One must have a value in the range of 25% to 32% IACS.
(2) One must have a value in the range of 38% to 62% IACS.
B. There must be a minimum spread of 10% IACS between the standard with the low range and the one
with the high range.
C. The instrument conductivity standards must be certified to be accurate within plus or minus 0.85%
IACS by the comparison method to the laboratory conductivity standards in accordance with ASTM
B193 procedure in a system per ISO 10012-1 ANSI/NCSL Z540-1.
D. Calibration must be made initially and at intervals such that they coincide with the conductivity
instrument recalibration cycle.

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5. Inspection Considerations
A. Temperature: Inspections must not be done until the temperature of the probe, the standard, and the
material are equal. The temperatures must stay equalized and constant throughout the test within
3 C (5.4°F) of each other.
B. Surface Condition
(1) Finish: The surface finish of the area to be tested must be 150 RHR or RMS 165 or finer.
(2) Cleanliness: The areas to be tested must be free of dirt, grease, oil, or other contaminants.
(3) Nonconductive Coatings: Conductivity measurements may be made through anodize, chemical
film, primer, paint, or other nonconductive coatings, if these coatings do not exceed 0.003 inch
(0.08 mm) thickness. Coatings with a thickness greater than this must be removed prior to
conductivity testing.
(4) Surface Curvature: On concave surfaces, a curvature radius of 10 inches (250 mm) or more is
required. On convex surfaces, a curvature radius of 3 inches (8 mm) or larger is required.
(a) A correction factor must be applied for smaller radii.
(5) Probe Contact Area: The surface of the part to which the conductivity measuring probe is applied
must be at least as large as the outside diameter of the probe. If the part dimension is very nearly
equal to the probe diameter, the probe must be centered on the part.
6. Instrument Calibration
A. Calibration Reference Standards
(1) Each instrument must have a minimum of two aluminum alloy instrument conductivity standards
which must always be kept with the conductivity instrument. One standard must be in the range
of 25% to 32% IACS and one in the range of 38% to 62% IACS. There must be a minimum spread
of 10% IACS between the standard for the low range and the standard for the high range. The
instrument conductivity standards must be certified to be accurate within 0.85% IACS by the
comparison method to the laboratory conductivity standards in accordance with ASTM B193
procedure in a system per ISO 10012-1 ANSI/NCSL Z540-1. Calibration must be made initially
and at intervals such that they coincide with the conductivity instrument recalibration cycle.
B. The instrument must be calibrated and operated as specified in this technique and the manufacturer's
instructions.
C. Each time the conductivity instrument is used, it must be calibrated (standardized) using the
instrument conductivity standards before checks are made and rechecked at 15 minute intervals
during continuous operation. If the instrument is found to be out of calibration, all measurements
done since the last calibration must be rechecked.
7. Instrument Calibration Standards
A. Nonferrous reference standards must be of an alloy that has the same major base metal, basic temper
and the approximate electrical conductivity of the material to be inspected.
B. Reference standards must have a minimum surface finish of 150 RHR or RMS 165.
8. Inspection
A. The purpose of the inspection is to collect information to let the responsible engineering group
determine the material properties in the affected area.

NOTE: Because variations in material properties, material stacking, and geometry cause changes
of conductivity readings, conductivity readings alone must not be used to determine
if the affected area is accepted. Reference must be made to the applicable material
specifications and engineering drawings.
B. Visual
(1) Clean the area to be examined with methods specified in the appropriate maintenance manual.
Remove all dirt, grit, soot, and other debris that will not let the probe maintain good contact with
the structure.

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(2) Examine the area visually for indications of possible heat damage. Some signs include paint/
metal discoloration and bubbled or peeled paint.
(3) Record the location and description of the heat damaged area. This description will be used
along with the conductivity readings to determine the type of repair. If photographs are used to
describe the area, take the picture before the conductivity test is done.
C. Eddy Current Conductivity
(1) Use the appropriate reference standards to make sure of proper instrument calibration within
the general conductivity range of aluminum structures .
(2) After the visual inspection, set a reference point. If there is visual evidence of possible heat
damage, set the reference point at the center of the area that appears to have been the most
affected. If there is no visual evidence of possible heat damage, set the reference point at the
center of the area to be inspected. In either case, the reference point will locate approximately
the center of the area of interest.
NOTE: A detailed map will need to be made of the inspection area. It must include
dimensions to locate the reference point and enough information to let the
engineering personnel that do the review of the information locate the places the
conductivity readings were taken.
(3) The total area to be examined, and the distance between readings will depend on the specific
situation. It is recommended that the distance between conductivity readings not exceed 1.0 inch
(25 mm). If the visual evidence or the conductivity readings suggest rapid changes in severity,
decrease the distance between test points. It is recommended that the total area to be examined
exceed the area of visual evidence by at least 2.0 inches (50 mm). If the conductivity readings
continue to change, the area of examination should be expanded until readings remain fairly
constant to make sure a complete map of the area is prepared.
(4) Locate the reference point at the corner of a square, refer to Figure 1. Take conductivity readings
as you work away from the reference point in the increments and distance determined in the
previous step. Enough information must be recorded along with the conductivity reading to allow
a person not familiar with the inspection to locate the data point.
NOTE: Structural considerations may make it necessary that the test points do not follow the
pattern of Figure 1. It is up to the inspector to set a pattern that best covers the area
to be inspected.

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REFERENCE POINTS
INTERVAL BETWEEN
INSPECTION POINTS

INSPECTION LOCATIONS AT THE CORNERS


OF THE "SQUARES"
Sample Inspection Grid
Figure 1
9. Reporting Results
A. If the inspection procedure has not told you what to do with the damaged part, contact Cessna
Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS 67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800
Fax 316-942-9006. Include sufficient information in all written descriptions so that someone not
involved with the inspection can interpret the results. Give the following information:
(1) Location of the affected area.
(2) A visual description of the affected area.
(3) Location of the reference point and the relative location and interval between conductivity
readings.
(4) A map of the area with the conductivity readings recorded on it.

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FUSELAGE ENGINE MOUNT FITTINGS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the engine mount fittings on the fuselage.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-01, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-10-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the engine and truss. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 71, Engine Mount -
Maintenance Practices.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60/1-3M NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch
diameter
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101BS-1/2 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 1/2 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate test equipment
Standard
Steel Reference SRS-10S NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate test equipment
Standard
Micrometer or caliper Locally available To position probe collar
Inspection Plate Refer to Figure 2 To have a stable surface for
NOTE 1 the bolt hole inspection

NOTE 1: If plate is made from a different thickness material, all probe depths must be adjusted.

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5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the aluminum standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 1 MHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 1 MHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the steel standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
C. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the 1/2 inch hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get three major screen divisions between the null point and the
notch point.
6. Inspection
A. Top and Bottom Outboard Mounts Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Use the 200 kHz surface probe to examine all of the countersunk area of each of the top and
bottom outboard mounts.
B. Airplanes 20800330 and On Bottom Mount Bolt Hole Inspection
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.62 inch (15.75 mm), measurement is from the edge of the collar
to the center of the coil.
(3) Put the inspection plate over one of the bottom mount holes.
NOTE: The plate will rest on the heads of the fasteners.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(4) Adjust the collar of the probe so that it is at 0.74 inch (18.80 mm) away from the center of the
coil.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.

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UPPER CENTER
ENGINE MOUNT
UPPER RIGHT
ENGINE MOUNT UPPER LEFT
ENGINE MOUNT
/

NOTE 1: REINFORCEMENT
FITTING IS INSTALLED
ON SOME MODEL
208 AIRPLANES

BOLT HOLE

Engine Mount Fittings


Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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0.60 INCHES (15 mm)


2.5 INCHES (64 mm) DIAMETER
DIAMETER

MAKE FROM 0.040 INCH THICK ALUMINUM SHEET

A2683T1001

Inspection Plate
Figure 2 (Sheet 1)

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(5) Adjust the collar of the probe so that it is at 0.85 inch (21.59 mm) away from the center of the
coil.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(6) Do the inspection on the other bottom hole.
C. Airplanes 20800001 thru 20800329 and 208B Bottom Mount Bolt Hole Inspection

NOTE: Airplanes 20800001 thru 20800329 with a lower reinforcement assembly installed, use the
inspection depths for Airplanes 20800330 and On.

(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.55 inch (13.97 mm), measurement is from the edge of the collar
to the center of the coil.
(3) Put the inspection plate over one of the bottom mount holes.

NOTE: The plate will rest on the heads of the fasteners.

(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(4) Adjust the collar of the probe so that it is at 0.67 inch (17.02 mm) away from the center of the
coil.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(5) Adjust the collar of the probe so that it is at 0.78 inch (19.81 mm) away from the center of the
coil.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(6) Do the inspection on the bottom hole.
D. Top Outboard Mounts Bolt Hole Inspection
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.58 inch (14.73 mm), measurement is from the collar to the center
of the coil.
(3) Put the inspection plate on one of the top mount holes.
(a) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(b) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display for cracks.
(4) Do the inspection at each of the index number depths in Table 1.
(5) Do the inspection on the other upper hole.

Table 1. Top Outboard Holes

Index Number Depth Depth


(Inches) (mm)
1 0.58 14.73
2 0.72 18.29
3 0.86 21.84
4 1.00 25.40
5 1.14 28.96
6 1.28 32.51
7 1.42 36.07
8 1.56 39.62

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E. Top Center Mount Surface Inspection


(1) Calibrate the 1 MHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 1 MHz Surface Probe.
(2) Refer to Figure 1. Examine around the circumference of the truss attach hole. Keep the probe
as near to the edge of the hole as possible but try to avoid any edge effect.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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CARGO AND PASSENGER DOOR DOUBLERS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the door doublers on the cargo and passenger door
corners.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-03, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification procedures are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Aluminum HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Reference Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Inspection
A. Door Doubler (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(2) Insert the surface probe through a door frame lightning hole and do an inspection of the doubler
for cracks.

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2611R4004

Cargo and Crew Door Doublers


Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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Cargo and Crew Door Doublers


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7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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FUSELAGE TO WING ATTACH FITTING LUGS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the fuselage to wing attach fitting lugs.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-08, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-02.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the wing. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Wing - Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.
C. Remove the eccentric bushings from the aft lugs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101BS-7/8 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 7/8 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101BS-15/16 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 15/16 inch
diameter
Micrometer or Caliper Commercially available To position probe collar
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard 19620 Russell Rd.
Kent, WA 98032
5. Calibration Web: www.ndtenq.com
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
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6. Inspection

NOTE: Inspections must be done on both the left and right side of the airplane.
A. Forward Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 7/8 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.050 inch (1.27 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole from the forward side of the lugs.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths in Table 1.

Table 1. Forward Lugs

Index Depth Depth


Number (Inches) (mm)
1 0.050 1.27
2 0.150 3.81
3 0.250 6.35
4 0.862 21.89
5 0.962 24.43
6 1.062 26.97
(6) Do the inspection from the aft side of the lugs.
(7) Do the inspection for each of the attach fittings.
B. Aft Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 15/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt
Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.050 inch (1.27 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole from the forward side of the lugs.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths in Table 1.

Table 2. Aft Lugs

Index Depth Depth


Number (Inches) (mm)
1 0.050 1.27
2 0.140 3.56
3 0.230 5.84
4 0.778 19.76
5 0.868 22.05
6 0.958 24.33
(6) Do the inspection from the aft side of the lugs.
(7) Do the inspection for each of the attach fittings.

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AFT
CARRY-THRU
BULKHEAD

Wing Attach Fitting Lug


Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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LOWER FORWARD CARRY-THRU BULKHEAD

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the wing strut attach fittings in the bottom forward
carry-thru bulkhead.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-05, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-03.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove any of the interior necessary to get access to the fittings from the inside of the fuselage.
Refer to the Maintenance Manual.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-3/16 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 3/16 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101BS-1/4 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 1/4 inch
diameter
Shielded Surface MP905-120FX NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch
diameter with Flexible
Copper Shaft
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.

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(4) Push the null (balance) button.


(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
6. Inspection
NOTE: Inspections must be done on both the left and right side of the airplane.
A. Stiffener and Top Bulkhead Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Remove one bolt.
(a) Remove nut from aft side.
(b) Remove the bolt far enough to cut off the head.
NOTE: There is not enough clearance to fully remove the bolt.

(c) Remove the shank of the bolt from the aft side.
(3) Examine around the circumference of the hole.
(4) Do a bolt hole inspection on the hole from the aft side. Refer to the appropriate Attach Fitting
Bolt Hole Inspection.
(5) Install a new bolt from the aft side of the hole.
(6) Use the previous steps to examine each hole shown in Figure 1.
B. Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection for Holes 4, 5, and 6
(1) Calibrate the 1/4 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.201 inch measuring from the collar to the center of the coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 1 for holes 4, 5, and 6.
Table 1. Holes 4, 5, and 6

Index Depth Depth


Number (Inches) (mm)
1 0.201 5.11
2 0.321 8.15
3 0.441 11.20
4 0.561 14.25

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Table 1. Holes 4, 5, and 6 (continued)


Index Depth Depth
Number (Inches) (mm)
5 0.801 20.35
6 0.921 23.39
7 1.041 26.44
8 1.061 26.95
9 1.226 31.14
10 1.329 33.76
11 1.449 36.80
12 1.569 39.85
13 1.689 42.90
14 1.809 45.95
15 1.929 49.00
16 2.049 52.04
17 2.169 55.09
18 2.289 58.14
19 2.354 59.79

C. Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection for Holes 1, 2, and 3. (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 3/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.211 inch (5.36 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection for holes 1, 2, and 3.

NOTE: Inspection for holes 1, 2, and 3 must be done from the forward and aft sides of the
bulkhead.
D. Attach Fitting Inspection for Holes 7, 8, and 9. (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the flexible surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Do a surface probe around the nuts of holes 7, 8, and 9.
(a) Insert the flexible surface probe through a lightning hole to do the inspection.

NOTE: Inspection for holes 7, 8, and 9 must be done on the forward and aft sides of
the bulkhead.

7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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MAIN LANDING GEAR FITTING

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the main landing gear fittings on the fuselage.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-06, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-04.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the main landing gear. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 32, Main Landing Gear -
Maintenance Practices.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP905-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard with 0.020
inch Deep Surface
EDM notch

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

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6. Inspection
A. Main Gear Forgings (Refer to Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Examine around the circumference of the four cap attach holes in the forward and aft fitting.
(a) Keep the probe as near to the edge of the hole as possible but try to avoid any edge effect.
(3) Examine around the circumference of the main landing gear forging slot. (Refer to Figure 3).
(a) Keep the probe as near to the edge of the hole as possible, but try to avoid any edge effect.
(4) Examine the inner radii around the circumference of the main landing gear forging slot. (Refer
to Figure 4).
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Give the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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MAIN LANDING GEAR ATTACH FITTINGS AND AFT CARRY-THRU BULKHEAD

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the main landing gear attach fittings and bottom
aft carry thru bulkhead at FS 194.40 and 208.00.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-07, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-05.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove any of the interior necessary to get access to the fittings from the inside of the fuselage.
Refer to the Maintenance Manual.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks.
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-3/16 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 3/16 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-1/4 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 1/4 inch
diameter
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To position probe collar
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.

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(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
6. Inspection

NOTE: Inspections on the bottom fittings must be done on both the left and right and forward and aft
sides of the bulkhead.
A. Bottom Bulkhead Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Remove one bolt.
(3) Examine around the circumference of the hole.
(4) Do a bolt hole inspection on the hole. Use the procedure that applies to each hole.
(5) Install the bolt before removing the next bolt.
(6) Examine each hole using the previous steps.
B. Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection for Holes 4, 5, and 6 (Refer to Figure 1).
NOTE: Holes 4, 5, and 6 go into the brace between the fittings.
(1) Calibrate the 3/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.180 inch (4.57 mm).
(3) Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Install the bolt before removing the next bolt.

Index Number Depth Depth


(Inches) (mm)
1 0.193 4.90
2 0.313 7.95
3 0.433 11.00
4 0.553 14.05
5 0.673 17.09
6 0.793 20.14
7 0.913 23.19
8 1.033 26.24
9 1.123 28.52

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Aft Bulkhead Gear Support Fitting


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(7) Do the inspection at each of the depths for holes 4, 5, and 6, forward and aft, left and right..
C. Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection for Holes 1, 2, and 3 (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 3/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.203 inch (5.16 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection for holes 1, 2, and 3.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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FUSELAGE TO WING CARRY-THRU ATTACH FITTING

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the wing attach fittings in the forward and aft carry
through bulkheads.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-21, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-06.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove any of the interior necessary to get access to the fittings from the inside of the fuselage.
Refer to the Maintenance Manual.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Adjustable Bolt Hole BXM-10/12 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-1/4 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 1/4 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To position probe collar
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.

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(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
6. Inspection
NOTE: Inspections must be done on both the left and right side of the airplane.
A. Top Bulkhead Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Remove one bolt.
(3) Examine around the circumference of the hole.
(4) Do a bolt hole inspection on the hole. Refer to the appropriate Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection.
(5) Use the previous steps to examine each hole shown in Figure 1.
B. Forward Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 1/4 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.130 inch (3.30 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Remove only one bolt.
(4) Put the probe in the hole from the aft side of the bulkhead.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 1.
(7) Install the bolt.
(8) Remove the next bolt.
(9) Do the complete inspection of each of the bolt holes shown on the forward top carry-thru
bulkhead.
Table 1. Forward Bolt Holes

Index Number Depth Depth


(Inches) (mm)
1 0.130 3.30
2 0.210 5.33
3 0.290 7.37
4 0.370 9.40
5 0.450 11.43
6 0.530 13.46
7 0.610 15.49

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Table 1. Forward Bolt Holes (continued)


Inde,x Number Depth Depth
(Inches) (mm)
8 0.690 17.53
9 0.770 19.56
10 0.850 21.59
11 0.930 23.62
12 1.010 25.65
13 1.090 27.69
14 1.155 29.34
15 1.255 31.88
16 1.335 33.91
17 1.415 35.94
18 1.495 37.91
19 1.575 40.01
20 1.655 42.04
21 1.735 44.07
22 1.815 46.10
23 1.895 48.13
24 1.975 50.17
25 2.055 52.20
26 2.135 54.23
27 2.215 56.26
28 2.280 57.91

C. Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection for Holes 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the adjustable bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.230 inch (5.84 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the
coil.
(3) Remove only one bolt.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection for holes 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B.
D. Aft Attach Fitting Bolt Hole Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 1/4 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.180 inch ( mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(3) Remove only one bolt.
(4) Put the probe in the hole fron the forward side.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 2.
(7) Install the bolt.
(8) Remove the next bolt.

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(9) Do the complete inspection of each of the bolt holes shown on the aft top carry-thru bulkhead.

Table 2. Aft Bolt Holes

Index Number Depth Depth


(Inches) (mm)
1 0.180 4.57
2 0.260. 6.60
3 0.340 8.64
4 0.420 10.67
5 0.500 12.70
6 0.580 14.73
7 0.660 16.76
8 0.740 18.80
9 0.820 20.82
10 0.900 22.86
11 0.980 24.89
12 1.060 26.92
13 1.180 29.97
14 1.260 32.00
15 1.340 34.04
16 1.420 36.07
17 1.500 38.10
18 1.580 40.13
19 1.660 42.16
20 1.740 44.20
21 1.820 46.23
22 1.900 48.26
23 1.980 50.29
24 2.060 52.32

7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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FUSELAGE TO STRUT ATTACH FITTING LUGS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the wing strut attach fitting lugs on the bottom
forward carry through bulkhead.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-04, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-20-07.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the strut. Refer to the Maintenance Manual.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndteng.com
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-3/4 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 3/4 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

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6. Inspection

NOTE: Inspections must be done on both the left and right side of the airplane.
A. Attach Lug Bolt Hole Inspection. (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 3/4 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch. Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole from the forward side of the lugs.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 2 for each lug.

Table 1. Attach Lug

Index Depth Depth


Number (Inches) (mm)
1 0.05 1.27
2 0.13 3.30
3 0.21 5.33
4 0.267 6.78
5 0.871 22.12
6 0.951 24.16
7 1.031 26.19
8 1.075 27.31

7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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FUSELAGE TO HORIZONTAL STABILIZER ATTACH FITTINGS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the fuselage to horizontal stabilizer attach fittings
on the fuselage.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-17, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-50-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the horizontal stabilizer. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 55, Horizontal Stabilizer
- Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Bolt Hole BXM-32/40 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/2 inch to 5/8
inch diameter
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101BS-1/4 VM Products To find cracks
Probe 1/4 inch PO Box 44926
diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To put the collar in position
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate the system
Standard
Inspection Plate Fabricate according to Figure 2 To give a stable surface for
NOTE 1 the bolt hole inspection

NOTE 1: If plate is made from a different thickness material, all probe depths must be adjusted.

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.

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(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the 1/2 inch hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Inspection

NOTE: Inspections must be done on the left and right fittings.


A. Do the Forward Attach Fitting Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Use the 200 kHz surface probe to examine each of the countersink areas of the fittings.
B. Do an Inspection of the Bolt Hole for the Forward Attach Fitting (Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2).
(1) Calibrate the 1/2 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe to a depth of 0.42 inch (10.67 mm).
(3) Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the inspection plate on the probe.
(5) Put the probe in the hole until the collar is against the inspection plate.
(6) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(7) Do the inspection at each of the depths in Table 1.

Table 1. Forward Attach Fitting

Index Depth Depth (mm)


Number (inches)
1 0.42 10.67
2 0.52 13.21
3 0.62 15.75
4 0.72 18.29

C. Do an Inspection of the Bolt Hole for the Aft Attach Fitting (Refer to Figure 1)
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe to a depth of 0.165 inch (4.19 mm).
(3) Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.

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2.5 INCHES (64 mm)

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7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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VERTICAL STABILIZER ATTACH POINTS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show the techniques used to find cracks in the forward vertical stabilizer attach
points on the fuselage.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-18, Supplemental
Inspection Number 53-50-02.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the vertical stabilizer. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 55, Vertical Stabilizer -
Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the attach holes of any unwanted materials and/or burrs that can cause interference with the
inspection.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Bolt Hole VM101 BS-3/8 VM Products To find cracks
Eddy Current Probe PO Box 44926
3/8 inch diameter Tacoma, WA 98444
Web: www.vmproducts.net
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Eddy Current Probe 19620 Russell Rd.
1/8 inch diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Bolt Hole / Surface HRS-1 5A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate the system
Reference Standard
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To position the probe collar

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard.
(a) Monitor the display.
(b) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.

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(6) Move the probe across the notch.


(a) Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward the left as the probe
moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen areas between the null point
and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions areas the null point
and the notch point.

6. Inspection
A. Forward Attach Holes Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Bolt hole inspection for the top attach holes.
(a) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(b) Set the depth of the probe to 0.065 inch (1.65 mm).
(c) Adjust the diameter of the probe to the diameter of the hole.
(d) Inspect the bore of each hole from the aft side of the bulkhead.
(e) Set the probe at a depth of 0.130 inch (3.30 mm).
(f) Do an inspection of the bore of each hole from the aft side of the bulkhead.
(g) Set the probe at a depth of 0.170 inch (4.32 mm).
(h) Do an inspection of the bore of each hole from the aft side of the bulkhead.
(2) Bolt hole inspection for the bottom attach holes.
(a) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(b) Set the probe at a depth of 0.080 inch (2.03 mm).
(c) Adjust the diameter of the probe to the diameter of the hole.
(d) Do an inspection of the bore of each hole from the aft side of the bulkhead.
B. Aft Attach Point Holes Inspection (Refer to Figure 2).
(1) Calibrate the surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.041 inch (1.04 mm).
(3) Adjust the diameter of the probe to the diameter of the hole.
(4) Do the inspection on the bore of each of the holes.
(a) Increase the depth of the scan 0.080 inch (2.08 mm) after each scan for the remainder of
the hole depth.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Give the information that follows:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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LEFT TOP RIGHT TOP


ATTACH HOLE ATTACH HOLE

RIGHT BOTTOM
LEFT BOTTOM
ATTACH HOLE
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HORIZONTAL STABILIZER FORWARD AND AFT ATTACH POINTS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show the techniques used to find cracks in the horizontal stabilizer forward and aft
attach points.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-19, Supplemental
Inspection Number 55-10-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the horizontal stabilizer. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 55, Horizontal Stabilizer
- Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the attach holes of any unwanted material and/or burrs that can have an affect on the inspection.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Bolt Hole BPMF-16 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Eddy Current Probe 19620 Russell Rd.
1/4 inch diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Bolt Hole BXM-32/40 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Eddy Current Probe
17/32 inch diameter
Surface Eddy Current MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/2 to 5/8 inch
diameter
Bolt Hole Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate the system
Standard
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To put the probe collar in
position

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.

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(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Aft Attach Point Inspection


A. Do the Bolt Hole Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Adjust the probe diameter to the diameter of the probe.
(a) Put a non-metallic material in the slot of the probe.
(3) Set the depth of the probe to 0.190 inch (4.83 mm) between the collar and the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe into the hole and turn it 360 degrees while you watch the eddy current unit for
crack signals.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths in Table 1.
(6) Do the inspection on each of the holes.

Table 1. Aft Attach Point

Index Depth Depth (mm)


(Inches)
1 0.190 4.83
2 0.250 6.35
3 0.310 7.87

B. Do the Surface Inspection.


(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Examine around the circumference of the attach holes.

7. Forward Attach Points Inspection


A. Do an Attach Mount Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Adjust the probe diameter to the diameter of the hole with the use of nonmetallic material between
the slot in the probe.
(3) Set the probe to a depth of 0.050 inch (1.27 mm).
(4) Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths in Table 2.

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Table 2. Forward Attach Point

Index Depth (Inches) Depth (mm)


1 0.050 1.27
2 0.17 4.32
3 0.29 7.37
4 0.41 10.41
5 0.53 13.46
6 0.65 16.51
7 0.77 19.56
8 0.89 22.61
9 1.01 25.65
10 1.07 27.18

8. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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ATTACH
FITTING
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HORIZONTAL STABILIZER SPARS

1. Description
A. This procedure gives the techniques used to find cracks in the forward and aft spars of the horizontal
stabilizer.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-20, Supplemental
Inspection Number 55-10-02.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the horizontal stabilizer. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 55, Horizontal Stabilizer
- Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the inspection area of any unwanted materials and/or burrs that can have an effect on the
inspection.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Ring Probe RR206-5/TF NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
500Hz-10kHz 19620 Russell Rd.
Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Reference Standard 2683301 Cessna Aircraft Company To calibrate system

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the Ring Probe.
(1) Set the eddy current instrument to a frequency of 5 kHz.
(2) Put the ring probe over the good fastener on the reference standard.
(3) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display for the lift-off response.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left. This is the
null point.
(4) Put the probe over the fastener with a flaw on the reference standard.
(5) Move the probe until the fastener is in the center of the probe.
(6) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display for the defect response. This is the
defect point.
(7) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null point
and the defect point.

6. Inspection
A. Inspect the Forward Spar (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the ring probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the Ring Probe.

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INSPECTION AREA

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VIEW B-B
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(2) Inspect each fastener on the top and bottom spar between RSS 9.90 and LSS 9.90.
B. Inspect the Aft Spar (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the ring probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the Ring Probe.
(2) Inspect each fastener on the top and bottom spar between RSS 10.60 and LSS 10.60.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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VERTICAL STABILIZER SPARS

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the spars of the vertical stabilizer.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-22, Supplemental
Inspection Number 55-30-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the vertical stabilizer. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 55, Vertical Stabilizer -
Removal/Installation.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Surface MP905-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Bolt Hole Probe 3/8 BPMF-24 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
inch diameter
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To put the probe collar in
position
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate the system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

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B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.


(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the appropriate hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
6. Inspection
A. Inspect the Forward Spar Between WL 134.38 and WL 138.00 (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Examine around each of the fasteners in the circled area on the forward and aft side of the spar.
NOTE: Access to the aft side will be through a lightening hole in the bottom rib.
B. Inspect the Forward Spar Attach Holes (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe to a depth of 0.075 inch (1.91 mm).
(3) Put the probe in the same hole from the forward side of the stabilizer.
(4) Monitor the display for any indications as the probe is turned a minimum of 360 degrees.
(5) Set the probe to a depth of 0.125 inch (3.18 mm).
(6) Put the probe in the same hole from the forward side of the stabilizer.
(7) Monitor the display for any indications as the probe is turned a minimum of 360 degrees.
(8) Do the steps again for each of the three remaining holes.
C. Inspect the Rear Spar Between WL 126.12 and WL 129.00 (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Examine around each of the fasteners in the area shown in Figure 1 on the forward and aft side
of the spar.
D. Inspect the Rear Spar Attach Holes (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(2) Set the probe to a depth of 0.075 inch (1.91 mm).
(3) Put the probe in the same hole from the aft side of the stabilizer.
(4) Monitor the display for any indications as the probe is turned a minimum of 360 degrees.
(5) Set the probe to a depth of 0.125 inch (3.18 mm).
(6) Put the probe in the same hole from the aft side of the stabilizer.
(7) Monitor the display for any indications as the probe is turned a minimum of 360 degrees.
(8) Do the steps again for each of the three remaining holes.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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WING TO CARRY-THRU SPAR ATTACHMENT FITTING


1. Description
A. Examine for fatigue cracks in specific holes of the spar attach fittings.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-24, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-20-01.
2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are in Part 1 of this manual.
3. Preparation
A. Remove the wing. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Wings - Removal/Installation.
B. Remove the four bolts in each fitting, indicated in Figure 1.
C. Clean the area to remove substances that may interfere with the inspection.
4. Equipment
NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 1000s Staveley Instruments, Inc. To find cracks
with X-Y storage 421 N. Quay
oscilloscope Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Bolt Hole Probe, 7/8 BPM-56 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
inch diameter 19620 Russell Rd.
Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndteng.com
Bolthole Probe, BPM-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
15/16 inch diameter
Bolt Hole Probe, BPM-20 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
5/16 inch diameter
Bolthole Probe, 1/4 BPM-16 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
inch diameter
Micrometer or Commercially avilable To position probe collar
caliper
Bolt Hole Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calbrate system
Standard

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the applicable hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.

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(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Forward Spar Fitting Inspection


A. Wing to Carry-Thru Forward Spar Attach Fitting Bolt Holes (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 5/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Inspect attach fitting holes number 1, 2, 3, and 4.

NOTE: Figure 2 shows a typical hole cross section.

(3) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch. Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of the applicable table for each hole.

Table 1. Hole 1

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.09 2.29
3 Angle 0.17 4.32
4 Spacer 0.24 6.10
5 Web 0.30 7.62
6 Spacer 0.36 9.14
7 Angle 0.43 10.92
8 Fitting 0.52 13.21
9 Fitting 0.56 14.22

Table 2. Hole 2

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.15 3.81
3 Fitting 0.29 7.37
4 Fitting 0.39 9.91
5 Angle 0.47 11.94
6 Spacer 0.54 13.72
7 Web 0.60 15.24
8 Spacer 0.66 16.76

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Table 2. Hole 2 (continued)


Index Structure Depth Depth
(inches) (mm)
9 Angle 0.73 18.54
10 Fitting 0.82 20.83
11 Fitting 0.92 23.37
12 Fitting 1.06 26.92
13 Fitting 1.16 29.46

Table 3. Hole 3

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.09 2.29
3 Spacer 0.16 4.06
4 Cap 0.23 6.10
5 Web 0.30 7.62
6 Cap 0.37 9.40
7 Spacer 0.44 11.18
8 Fitting 0.51 12.95
9 Fitting 0.55 13.97

Table 4. Hole 4

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.15 3.81
3 Fitting 0.29 7.37
4 Fitting 0.39 9.91
5 Spacer 0.46 11.68
6 Cap 0.53 13.46
7 Web 0.60 15.24
8 Cap 0.67 17.02
9 Spacer 0.74 18.80
10 Fitting 0.81 20.57
11 Fitting 0.91 23.11

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Table 4. Hole 4 (continued)

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
12 Fitting 1.05 26.67
13 Fitting 1.15 29.21

7. Aft Spar Fitting Inspection


A. Wing to Carry-Thru Aft Spar Attach Fitting Bolt Holes (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 1/4 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Inspect attach fitting holes number 5, 6, 7, and 8.

NOTE: Figure 3 shows a typical hole cross section.

(3) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch. Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of the applicable table for each hole.

Table 5. Hole 5

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.10 2.54
3 Fitting 0.15 3.81
4 Angle 0.23 5.84
5 Spacer 0.28 7.11
6 Spacer 0.38 9.65
7 Angle 0.43 10.92
8 Fitting 0.51 12.95
9 Fitting 0.56 14.22
10 Fitting 0.61 15.49

Table 6. Hole 6

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.18 4.57
3 Fitting 0.31 7.87
4 Angle 0.39 9.91

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Table 6. Hole 6 (continued)

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
5 Spacer 0.44 11.18
6 Spacer 0.54 13.72
7 Angle 0.59 14.99
8 Fitting 0.67 17.02
9 Fitting 0.80 20.32
10 Fitting 0.92 23.37

Table 7. Hole 7

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.10 2.54
3 Fitting 0.15 3.81
4 Spacer 0.22 5.59
5 Cap 0.28 7.11
6 Cap 0.39 9.91
7 Spacer 0.45 11.43
8 Fitting 0.52 13.21
9 Fitting 0.57 14.48
10 Fitting 0.62 15.75

Table 8. Hole 8

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
1 Fitting 0.05 1.27
2 Fitting 0.18 4.57
3 Fitting 0.31 7.87
4 Spacer 0.38 9.65
5 Cap 0.44 11.18
6 Cap 0.55 13.97
7 Spacer 0.61 15.49
8 Fitting 0.68 17.27

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Table 8. Hole 8 (continued)

Index Structure Depth Depth


(inches) (mm)
9 Fitting 0.81 20.57
10 Fitting 0.94 23.88

8. Attach Lug Holes


A. Wing Attach Lug Holes (Forward Spar) (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Calibrate the 7/8 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Inspect each attach fitting lug hole.
NOTE: Both lugs at each location must be inspected.

(3) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch. Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 9 for each hole.
Table 9. Forward Lug Holes

Index Depth (inches) Depth (mm)


1 0.05 1.27
2 0.15 3.81
3 0.25 6.35
4 0.35 8.89
5 0.45 11.43

B. Wing Attach Lug Holes (Aft Spar) (Refer to Figure 1).


(1) Calibrate the 15/16 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt
Hole Probe.
(2) Inspect each attach fitting lug hole.

NOTE: Both lugs at each location must be inspected.


(3) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch. Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(4) Put the probe in the hole.
(5) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(6) Do the inspection at each of the probe depths of Table 10 for each hole.
Table 10. Aft Lug Holes

Index Depth (inches) Depth (mm)


1 0.05 1.27
2 0.15 3.81
3 0.22 5.59

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Table 10. Aft Lug Holes (continued)

Index Depth (inches) Depth (mm)


4 0.29 7.37
5 0.39 9.91

9. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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HOLE 3 HOLE 4 ATTACH


LUG HOLE

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WEB
(0.040 INCH THICK)

CAP
(0.10(

SPACE
(0.040

Typical Hole Cross Section at Forward Spar Fitting Hole Locations


Figure 2 (Sheet 1)

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Typical. Hole Cross Section at Aft Spar Fitting Hole Locations


Figure 3 (Sheet 1)

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FORWARD SPAR LOWER CAP INBOARD OF WS 141.20

1. Description
A. Examine for fatigue cracks in the lower forward spar cap inboard of WS 141.20.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-25, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-20-02.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove panels 501 AB (601 AB) to access the inboard end of the bottom forward spar. (Refer to Figure
1).
B. Remove the inboard side bracket of the strut fairing to get access to the skin at the forward spar.
C. Clean the skin and spar cap to remove substances that can interfere with the inspection.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. You can use replacements for the items
below if they have the necessary parameters. Metered instruments are not allowed. There is no
alternate for the Cessna reference standard.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 1000s Staveley Instruments, Inc. To find cracks
with X-Y storage 421 N. Quay
oscilloscope Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Spot Probe SR/2KHZ- Staveley Instruments, Inc. To find cracks
200KHZ/.25
Shielded Surface MP905-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Reference Standard 2683201 Cessna Aircraft Company To calibrate system

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Calibrate the Spot Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 6 kHz, +1 or -1 kHz.

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(3) Put the probe on the standard away from the notch.

NOTE: The spar cap has two angles bonded to a center web. Be sure you use an area on
the standard that best matches the area of the airplane you are to inspect.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
C. Alternate Calibration for the Spot Probe.
NOTE: There may be greater edge effect, compared to the reference standard, when you inspect
the area parallel to the edge of a spar cap. This can be caused if the distance between the
fasteners and the edge of the spar cap is smaller than on the reference standard. If edge
effect interference is noticed, use the alternate calibration.

(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.


(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 6 kHz, +1 or -1 kHz.
(3) Measure the distance from the edge of the spar cap to the edge of the fastener on the airplane.
(4) Compare that measurement to the same one on the reference standard.
(5) If the edge distance on the airplane is shorter, move the probe the same difference away from
the fastener on the standard.
(a) If the airplane fastener has an edge distance of 0.35 inch (8.9 mm) and the standard has
an edge distance of 0.50 inch (12.7 mm), do the calibration on the test standard 0.15 inch
(3.8 mm) from the fastener.
(b) Use a nonmetallic straight edge to make sure the probe keeps the proper distance from
the fasteners on the standard.
(6) Put the probe on the standard away from the notch.
NOTE: The spar cap consists of two angles bonded to a center web. Be sure you use an
area on the standard that best matches the area of the airplane you are to inspect.
(7) Push the null (balance) button.
(8) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(9) Move the probe over the appropriate notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves
up and toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
NOTE: You are looking for cracks between the fastener and the edge of the spar cap. Make
sure that the EDM cut on the standard is in the same relative position as the airplane
structure you are looking at.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Inspection
A. Bottom Forward Spar Cap (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Make sure the instrument and probe are calibrated. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(2) Use the eddy current surface probe to inspect along the edges of the bottom spar cap at the
strut attach point between the ribs at WS 126.50 and WS 141.20.
(3) Do an inspection around the nut plate fasteners and holes located at the inboard end of the spar.

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WS126.50 WS 141.20
501 AB

Bottom Forward Spar Cap Inspection Area


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B. Use the eddy current spot probe to inspect around each fastener common to the bottom spar and skin
from the inboard end of the wing to the rib at WS 126.50.
(1) Make sure the instrument and probe are calibrated. Refer to Calibrate the Spot Probe.
(2) The spar cap has two angles bonded to a center web.
(3) Do a calibration and inspection parallel to the forward and aft edges of each cap with a
nonconductive straight edge as a guide for the probe.
NOTE: If greater edge effect is sensed, use the Alternate Calibration for the Spot Probe to
recalibrate the equipment.
(4) Do a calibration and inspection with the spot probe around the remaining area of each of the
fasteners from the inboard end of the wing spar to WS 126.50.

7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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1. Description
A. Examine for fatigue cracks in the bottom aft spar cap inboard of WS 141.20.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-26, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-20-03.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Clean skin and spar cap to remove substances that may interfere with the inspection.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. You can use replacements can be used for
the items below if they have the necessary parameters. Metered instruments are not allowed.
There is no alternate for the Cessna reference standard.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Unit Nortec 1000s Staveley Instruments, Inc. To find cracks
with X-Y storage 421 N. Quay
oscilloscope Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Spot Probe SR/2KHZ- Staveley Instruments, Inc. To find cracks
200KHZ/25
Reference Standard 2683202 Cessna Aircraft Company To calibrate system

5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the Spot Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 6 kHz, +1 or -1 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the standard away from the notch.

NOTE: The spar cap consists of two angles bonded to a center web. Be sure you use an
area on the standard that best matches the area of the airplane you are to inspect.

(4) Push the null (balance) button.


(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
B. Alternate Calibration for the Spot Probe.

NOTE: There may be greater edge effect, compared to the reference standard, when you inspect
the area parallel to the edge of a spar cap. This can be caused if the distance between the
fasteners and the edge of the spar cap is smaller than on the reference standard. If edge
effect interference is noticed, use the alternate calibration.

(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.

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(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 6 kHz, +1 or -1 kHz.


(3) Measure the distance from the edge of the spar cap to the edge of the fastener on the airplane.
(4) Compare that measurement to the same one on the reference standard.
(5) If the edge distance on the airplane is shorter, move the probe the same difference away from
the fastener on the standard.
(a) If the airplane fastener has an edge distance of 0.35 inch (8.9 mm) and the standard has
an edge distance of 0.50 inch (12.7 mm), do the calibration on the test standard 0.15 inch
(3.8 mm) from the fastener.
(b) Use a nonmetallic straight edge to make sure the probe keeps the proper distance from
the fasteners on the standard.
(6) Put the probe on the standard away from the notch.
NOTE: The spar cap consists of two angles bonded to a center web. Be sure you use an
area on the standard that best matches the area of the airplane you are to inspect.
(7) Push the null (balance) button.
(8) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(9) Move the probe over the appropriate notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves
up and toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
NOTE: You are looking for cracks between the fastener and the edge of the spar cap. Make
sure that the EDM cut on the standard is in the same relative position as the airplane
structure you are looking at.

(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

6. Inspection
A. Bottom Aft Spar Cap (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Use the eddy current spot probe to inspect around each fastener common to the bottom spar
and skin from the inboard end of the wing to the rib at WS 141.20.
(a) Make sure the instrument and probe are calibrated. Refer to Calibrate the Spot Probe.
(b) Do a calibration and inspection parallel to the forward and aft edges of each cap using a
nonconductive straight edge as a guide for the probe.
NOTE: If greater edge effect is sensed, recalibrate the equipment using the Alternate
Calibration for the Spot Probe.
(c) Do a calibration and inspection with the spot probe around the remaining area of each of
the fasteners from the inboard end of the wing spar to WS 141.20.
7. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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WS 141.20
STRUT
ATTACH

0 0 0

Bottom Aft Spar Cap Inspection Area


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FLAP TRACKS

1. General
A. Included in this section are instructions to do an eddy current inspection for fatigue cracks in the flap
tracks.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-27, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-50-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Tools, Equipment and Materials

NOTE: You can use equivalent alternatives for the following items:

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Calibration HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate equipment
standard 19620 Russell Rd.
Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To inspect flap tracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Right angle surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering To inspect flap tracks
probe 100 kHz to
500 kHz, 0.125 inch
diameter coil, 6.0
inch long

4. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.

5. Flap Track Inspection


A. Do the Eddy Current Inspection of the Center, Inboard, and Outboard Flap Tracks (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Lower the flaps to the fully extended 30 degree position.
(2) Disconnect all electrical power from the airplane. Attach maintenance warning tags to the battery
connector(s) and external power receptacle that have the following written on them:

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DETAIL A
CENTER FLAP TRACK SHOWN,
INBOARD FLAP AND OUTBOARD
FLAP TRACK-TYICAL

26107004
A2622X1030

Flap Track Inspection


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A22178

MOVE PROBE IN ONE DIRECTION,


THEN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION ON THE FLAP TRACK

RIGHT ANGLE
SURFACE PROBE

WING

DETAIL B
TYPICAL INTERNAL SURFACE
FLAP TRACK INSPECTION

MOVE PROBE IN ONE DIRECTION,


THEN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION ON THE
WING UPPER AND LOWER FLAP TRACK

RIGHT ANGLE
SURFACE PROBE

DETAIL C
TYPICAL UPPER AND LOWER EXTERNAL
SURFACE FLAP TRACK INSPECTION

B2622T1027
C2622T1029

Flap Track Inspection


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RIGHT ANGLE
SURFACE PROBE

WING FLAP TRACK

DETAIL D
TYPICAL INBOARD AND OUTBOARD
SURFACE FLAP TRACK INSPECTION

Flap Track Inspection


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WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER - MAINTENANCE IN PROGRESS.

(3) Remove the left and right flap assemblies from the airplane. Refer to Maintenance Manual
Chapter 57, Flap Removal/Installation.
(4) Do an eddy current inspection of the flap tracks.
NOTE: Eddy current inspection of the center, inboard, and outboard flap tracks is typical.

(a) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(b) With the probe, scan the top and bottom internal and external surfaces, and inboard and
outboard surfaces of the flap tracks. Scan first in one direction, then the opposite direction.
1 If cracks are not found, no further action is necessary.
(5) Replace the flap track(s) if any cracks are found. Refer to the Model 208 Series Illustrated Parts
Catalog for flap track part number.
(6) Install the left and right flap assemblies. Refer to Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Flap
Removal/Installation.
(7) Do an operational check of the flap system. Refer to the Maintenance Manual, Chapter 27, Flap
Rigging Guide - Adjustment/Test.
(8) Remove the maintenance warning tag and connect the airplane battery.

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WING STRUT FITTINGS

1. General
A. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-28, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-60-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Tools and Materials

NOTE: You can use equivalent alternatives for the following items:

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To inspect strut fittings
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Right Angle Surface MD902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To inspect strut fittings
Probe 100 kHz to 19620 Russell Rd.
500 kHz, 0.125 inch Kent, WA 98032
diameter, 11 inches Web: www.ndtenq.com
long
Calibration HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate equipment
Standard

4. Preparation
A. Remove the Strut.

WARNING: OBEY ALL FUEL SYSTEM FIRE AND SAFETY PRACTICES

(1) Defuel the airplane Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 12, Fuel - Servicing.
(2) Disconnect all electrical power from the airplane. Attach maintenance warning tags to the battery
connector(s) and external power receptacle that have the following written on them: WARNING:
DO NOT CONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER - MAINTENANCE IN PROGRESS.

NOTE: Removal and installation procedures for both left and right wing lift struts are typical.

(3) Remove the wing lift strut fairings. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Wings -
Removal/Installation.

CAUTION: WING MUST STAY AS NEAR TO THE NORMAL DIHEDRAL ANGLE AS


POSSIBLE. TOO MUCH MOTION UP OR DOWN AT THE WING TIP (ONE
INCH (25 mm) MAXIMUM UP OR DOWN) WILL DAMAGE THE WING ATTACH
FITTINGS.

(4) Put a support on the outboard section of the wings. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter
57, Wings - Removal/Installation.
(5) With the outboard section of wings supported, remove the left wing lift strut. Keep the hardware
for reinstallation. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Wings - Removal/Installation.

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5. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
6. Inspection Procedure

NOTE: Inspection procedures are typical for all strut fittings.


A. Do the inspection on the necessary areas of the attach fittings for cracks (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Clean the areas to be inspected.
(2) Calibrate the 200 kHz surface probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface
Probe.
(3) Do the inspection on the surface of the fitting.
(4) Carefully do the inspection in the opposite direction of probe scanning to make sure of the crack
indication.
(5) Do the inspection on the fittings (total of 8). Do the probe scanning in the direction of the arrows
around first three bolts as shown in Figure 1, Sheets 2 and 3, Details B and C
(6) If no cracks are found, install the wing struts. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57,
Wings - Removal/Installation
(7) If cracks are found, replace the wing strut fitting. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 57,
Wings - Removal/Installation

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I II

Wing Strut Fitting Inspection


Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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Wing Strut Fitting Inspection


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INSPECT THESE

NOTE: ARROWS SHOW THE RIGHT ANGLE


DIRECTION OF PROBE SURFACE PROBE
MOVEMENT WHILE
THE INSPECTION IS DONE
(TYPICAL 4 LOCATIONS) /

DETAIL C
UPPER ATTACH
FITTING INSPECTION
C2622T1021

Wing Strut Fitting Inspection


Figure 1 (Sheet 3)

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WING STRUT ATTACHMENT TO FRONT SPAR

1. Description
A. Look for fatigue cracks in the fitting of the strut attachment to the front spar.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-29, Supplemental
Inspection Number 57-60-02.

2. Preparation

NOTE: This procedure must be done while the wing is removed.


A. Remove the wing. Refer to Maintenance Manual Chapter 57, Wing - Removal/Installation.
B. Remove the strut fairings for access to the fittings.
C. Clean the skin and the spar cap to remove materials that can cause interference with the inspection.

3. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to do this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below if
they have the necessary parameters. You can use metered instruments as replacements. The
metered equipment must have the parameters specified in the general sections of this manual.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Eddy Current Nortec 2000 Staveley NDT Technologies To find cracks
Instrument 421 N. Quay St.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Web: www.staveleyndt.com
Shielded Bolt Hole BPM-56 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 7/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Shielded Surface MP902-60 NDT Engineering Corp. To find cracks
Probe 1/8 inch 19620 Russell Rd.
diameter Kent, WA 98032
Web: www.ndtenq.com
Micrometer or caliper Commercially available To position the probe collar
Aluminum Reference HRS-15A NDT Engineering Corp. To calibrate the system
Standard

4. Calibration
A. Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe.
(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe on the face of the standard away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(5) Lift the probe away from the standard. Monitor the display.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(6) Move the probe over the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and toward
the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
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B. Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole Probe.


(1) Connect the probe to the instrument.
(2) Set the eddy current instrument frequency to 200 kHz.
(3) Put the probe in the 7/8 inch hole in the standard with the probe coil away from the notch.
(4) Push the null (balance) button.
(a) Adjust the instrument so that the lift-off signal goes horizontal and to the left.
(5) Move the probe coil across the notch. Monitor the display to make sure the signal moves up and
toward the left as the probe moves across the notch.
(a) Adjust the instrument to get a minimum of three major screen divisions between the null
point and the notch point.
5. Inspection
A. Support Fitting Surface Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
NOTE: This inspection is not necessary for Airplanes 20800001 thru 20800010 and Airplane
20800012.
NOTE: This inspection is necessary for both wings.

(1) Calibrate the surface probe. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Surface Probe
(2) Holes 1 thru-4.
(a) Remove the nut from each bolt one at a time.
(b) Pull the bolt out of the hole far enough to allow you to do a surface inspection around the
bolt shank.
(c) Do a surface scan inspection around the bolt on the fitting.
(d) Do a surface scan inspection around the bolt hole on the opposite fitting.
(e) Install the nut and torque to standard torque.
(f) Do the inspection at each of the holes.
(3) Holes 5 thru 7.
(a) Do a surface scan inspection around each of the fastener heads and collars. Do not remove
collars.
B. Attach Lug Inspection (Refer to Figure 1).
NOTE: This inspection is for all airplanes.
(1) Calibrate the 7/8 inch bolt hole probe and instrument. Refer to Calibrate the 200 kHz Bolt Hole
Probe.
(2) Set the probe at a depth of 0.05 inch (1.27 mm). Measure from the collar to the center of the coil.
(3) Put the probe in the hole.
(4) Turn the probe a minimum of 360 degrees while you monitor the display.
(5) Do the inspection at each of the depths in Table 1 for each of the lug holes.
Table 1. Attach Lugs

Index Depth Depth (mm)


Number (inches)
1 0.05 2.03
2 0.17 4.32
3 0.29 7.37
4 0.41 10.14
5 0.53 13.46
6 0.65 16.51

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6. Part Disposition
A. If a crackis found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Give the information that follows:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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General ................................................................ Part 7 - 20-00-00 Page 1
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PENETRANT INSPECTION - GENERAL

1. General
A. Visible dye penetrants (Type 2) must not be used for inspections done to this airplane or its
components. The reason for this is that visible dye penetrants will penetrate very fine cracks, but
their sensitivity is so poor, they are easily missed and will not show an indication. The dye trapped in
these tight defects cannot be removed completely under even the best conditions. Removal under
field conditions is not possible. In-service inspections are usually reinspections of specific critical
areas. The possibility of dye build-up in defects that prevent the entrance of subsequently applied
penetrants cannot be permitted.
NOTE: If Type 2 penetrant (visible dye) was used for an inspection, penetrant is no longer an
approved inspection method for that part or area. Eddy current or another inspection
procedure must be used.
B. Penetrant inspection is used to find small cracks or discontinuities open to the surface that may not
be evident by a visual inspection. Penetrant inspection can be used on most airframe parts and
assemblies accessible for its application. A liquid that penetrates into surface defects is applied to
do the inspection. Excess penetrant liquid is removed and a suitable developer applied to draw the
penetrant from the surface defects. A visual indication is obtained by color contrast and fluorescence
of the penetrant under the display of a "black light." The penetrant method of inspection requires that
the surface in the inspection area be fully cleaned and free of paint.
2. Materials and Equipment
A. Because it gives high sensitivity and the ability to detect fatigue cracks open to the surface, the
portable fluorescent penetrant system is required when the maintenance manual specifies a penetrant
inspection of a specific area of the airframe structure.
B. Only materials approved on the most recent revision of QPL-AMS-2644 (Refer to SAE AMS-2644)
may be used for penetrant inspection. All materials must be from the same family group. Do not
interchange or mix penetrant cleaners, penetrant materials or developers of different manufacturers.
CAUTION: COMPONENTS INTENDED FOR USE IN LIQUID OXYGEN SYSTEMS
MUST BE TESTED WITH SPECIAL PENETRANTS DESIGNED AS LOX
USAGE PENETRANTS. THESE ARE COMPATIBLE WITH A LIQUID OXYGEN
ENVIRONMENT. REACTION BETWEEN A LIQUID OXYGEN ENVIRONMENT AND
NON-LIQUID OXYGEN USAGE PENETRANT CAN BE AN EXTREMELY VIOLENT
EXPLOSION AND FIRE.
C. Penetrant materials are defined by specific classifications per SAE AMS-2644 and must meet or
exceed the classification listed.
* Type 1 (Fluorescent)
* Level 3 (Sensitivity)
Method C (Solvent removable)
* Form d (Nonaqueous Type 1 Fluorescent, Solvent Based)
* Class 2 (Non-halogenated Solvent Removers)

3. Lighting Equipment/Environment
A. The penetrant inspection must be done in a low light environment where the ambient white light
intensity is not more than 2 fc (foot candles). In order for Type 1 penetrant materials to fluoresce,
they must be exposed to ultraviolet light with a wavelength of 320 to 380 nanometers.

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WARNING: PERSONNEL MUST NOT WEAR LIGHT SENSITIVE (PHOTOCHROMIC)


LENSES DURING THE INTERPRETATION/EVALUATION OF PARTS.
(1) The black light must have a minimum light intensity of 1200 W/cm 2 at the part surface or 1000
W/cm2 at a distance of 15 inches. Let the black light warm up for a minimum of 10 minutes
before use.
(2) Both the ultraviolet light and ambient light intensities must be measured with a calibrated light
meter before each inspection.
NOTE: It is recommended that the inspector allow 3 minutes for the eyes to adapt to the dark
before the interpretation/evaluation of parts.
4. Procedure
A. Surface Cleaning.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE HALOGENATED SOLVENTS ON TITANIUM OR HIGH NICKEL
ALLOY MATERIALS.
(1) The area to be inspected must be free from any dirt, grease, oil, paint, or any contaminants
which can mask or close a defect that is open to the surface. The surface must be dry before
the penetrant is applied.
(2) The penetrant materials and the area to be tested must have a temperature of 40°F minimum to
120°F maximum (4°C to 49°C).
B. Application of Penetrant.
(1) Apply the penetrant with a brush fully over the area to be examined. Let the penetrant stay
(dwell) on the area for a minimum of 15 minutes at temperatures of 51 °F (11 °C) and above, or
25 minutes for temperatures of 40°F to 50°F. (4°C to 10°C)
(2) The maximum dwell times must not exceed one hour unless it is specified to do so. If the
penetrant has dried on the surface, it must be fully removed and penetrant be applied again.
C. Removal of Excess Penetrant.
CAUTION: DO NOT FLUSH THE SURFACE WITH THE PENETRANT CLEANER OR
SATURATE THE CLOTH AS THIS CAN REMOVE THE PENETRANT FROM
SHALLOW DEFECTS.
(1) Wipe with a clean, dry lint free cloth to remove the excess penetrant from the surface. Remove
the penetrant that remains with a clean lint free cloth, dampened with the penetrant cleaner.
Examine the inspection area under the black light to make sure all surface penetrant has been
removed.
D. Application of Developer.
(1) Use a very thin coating of developer to get the best results. The essential step of application
of developer is to get the minimum thickness possible. The film of developer must be slightly
translucent, that is, the color of the part or area must be barely seen through the film of developer.
Shake nonaqueous developers frequently to prevent settling of the solid particles in the liquid
vehicle.
(a) When you apply the dry powder developer, thoroughly dust the part or area.
1 Gently blow off the excess powder.
2 The dwell time must be a minimum of 10 minutes and a maximum of 4 hours.
(b) When you apply nonaqueous wet developer from pressurized containers, spray a thin layer
on the surface and let it dry in ambient air. The dwell time must be a minimum of 15 minutes
and a maximum of 1 hour.
E. Interpretation of Indications.
(1) An 8X magnifying glass must be used to examine the area unless the indications are seen by
the naked eye.
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(b) A crack will show as a fluorescent line. It will be sharply indicated at first.
(c) Watch indications grow, because the first sharp indications tell much of the nature of the
defect, and the amount of bleeding gives information as to its extent.
(d) The amount of bleeding gives a clue to the depth of the crack.
(e) A deep discontinuity indication will reappear a number of times when the area is wiped
clean and developer applied again.

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION ...................................... Part 8 - 20-00-00 Page 1
Ge nera l ................................................................ Part 8 - 20-00-00 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 8 - 20-00-00 Page 1
Test Equipm ent ......................................................... Part 8 - 20-00-00 Page 1
Quality Control Requirem ents ............................................ Part 8 - 20-00-00 Page 2
MAIN LANDING GEAR AXLE ................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
E quipm ent ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 1
Part Disposition ......................................................... Part 8 - 32-10-01 Page 3
M AIN G EAR SPRING ........................................................ Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
Equipm ent ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
Gear Spring Inspection .................................................. Part 8 - 32-10-02 Page 1
NOSE LANDING GEAR SPRING.............................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
E quipm ent ............................................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
Inspectio n .............................................................. Part 8 - 32-20-01 Page 1
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Description ............................................................. Part 8 - 71-20-01 Page 1
Personnel Requirements ................................................. Part 8 - 71-20-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 8 - 71-20-01 Page 1
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MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION

1. General
A. Magnetic particle inspection is a nondestructive procedure to find surface and near subsurface
discontinuities in parts made of magnetic materials. It has three basic operations.
(1) Put in an applicable magnetic field.
(2) Application of magnetic particles.
(3) Examination and evaluation of the way the particles are arranged.
B. Discontinuities can be in raw materials, be made during the process of fabrication of parts, or exist
as fatigue cracks or cracks due to excessive service stresses. Discontinuities are defects if they are
dangerous to the function or service life of the parts. Magnetic particle inspection will easily find
discontinuities in ferromagnetic material to reveal manufacturing and/or service defects.
C. Alloys which contain a high percentage of iron and can be magnetized, make up a class of
metals called ferromagnetic. Magnetic particle inspection can find discontinuities in parts made of
ferromagnetic materials. If the part is made of material which is nonmagnetic, it cannot be inspected
by this method. The magnetic particle inspection method will find surface discontinuities that are
too fine to be seen without magnification and those that lie slightly below the surface. When special
equipment is used, the more deeply seated discontinuities can be found.
D. Electric current is used to cause magnetic fields in magnetic materials.
(1) The direction of the magnetic field can be altered, and is controlled by the direction of the current.
(a) The direction and location of the current paths are used to induce the magnetic lines of force
so that they intercept and are as near as possible to a transverse direction to a discontinuity.
(b) Either longitudinal or circular fields can easily be set up.
(c) The strength of the field can be changed, and by use of different types of current, variations
in field strength and distribution can be made.
(2) There are two types of electric current used. These are direct current (DC) and alternating
current (AC).
(a) The type of current used for magnetization affects the strength, direction, and distribution
of the fields.
(b) It is very important for persons performing the inspection to understand the magnetizing
characteristics of these types of current and the various modifications in their use, for the
correct application of magnetic particle testing.
E. When a magnetic field within a part is interrupted by a discontinuity, some of the field is forced out into
the air above the discontinuity. This forms a leakage field.
(1) The closer the discontinuity is to the surface, the stronger and more concentrated the leakage
field will be.
(2) The presence of a discontinuity is located by the application of finely divided ferromagnetic
particles to the surface of the part.
(3) Some of the particles will be collected and held by the leakage field.
(4) The magnetically held collection of particles makes an outline of the discontinuity and shows its
location, size, and shape.
2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.
3. Test Equipment
CAUTION: CONTACT PRODS MUST NOT BE USED ON AVIATION COMPONENTS OR PARTS.
A. The specific magnetic particle equipment necessary to accomplish an inspection will be specified for
each procedure contained in this manual.
B. When parts are magnetized by the use of spring-loaded contact clamps to cause circular
magnetization, the contact clamps must not conduct more than 800 amperes.

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4. Quality Control Requirements


A. Light Meters
(1) All light meters must be calibrated by a procedure traceable to the National Institute of Standards
and Technology. Calibration must not exceed 6 months.
B. Black Light
(1) The black light used for inspection must produce a minimum intensity of 1000 micro watts per
square centimeter at the part surface.
(a) You must make sure of the black light intensity before you do the inspection.
(b) Use a light meter that meets the requirements of this section.
(2) You must check black light reflectors and filters prior to use to make sure they are clean and are
not damaged. Damaged or dirty reflectors and filters must be replaced or corrected immediately.
C. Ambient White Light.
(1) The ambient white light at the surface of the part must not exceed 2 foot candles.
(a) You must make sure of the ambient white light intensity before you do the inspection.
(b) Use a light meter that meets the requirements of this section.

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MAIN LANDING GEAR AXLE

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the radius of the main landing gear axle.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-01, Supplemental
Inspection Number 32-10-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Refer to the Maintenance Manual. Remove the main landing gear axle.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below
if they have the necessary parameters.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Electromagnetic DA-200 Parker Research Corp. Finding cracks
Yoke 2642 Enterprise Rd.
Dunedin, FL 33528
Web: www.parkreshcorp.com
Fluorescent 14AM (Aerosol Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW Finding cracks
Magnetic Particle Can) Magnaflux
Bath - Wet Method 3624 W Lake Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
Web: www.maqnaflux.com
Portable Blacklight ZB-23A Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW Finding cracks
Magnaflux
Magnetic Field 500203 Uresco Inc. System calibration
Indicator 10603 Midway Ave.
Cerrito, CA 90701
Light Meter Spectroline Spectronics Corp. System calibration
DSE-2000 956 Brush Hollow Rd.
Westbury, NY 11590

CAUTION: Prods or permanent magnets must not be used.

5. Inspection
A. Main Landing Gear Axles (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Put the legs of the yoke on the axle as shown. Keep as much contact between the legs and axle
as possible.
(2) Apply the flourescent magnetic particles to the axle. Immediately energize the yoke with
alternating current for approximately one second.
(3) Examine the radius of the axle for cracks parallel to the circumference in an area.
(4) Turn the part to the subsequent position as shown. Do the inspection again (steps 2 and 3) until
all of the circumference is examined.
(5) Demagnatize the axle with maximum alternating current. The maximum remaining magnetic
field must not be more than two Gauss, as measured with the magnetic field indicator.

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(6) Clean the axle.


6. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Give the information that follows:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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MAIN GEAR SPRING

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the main landing gear spring.
B. You can use this procedure to make sure there are no cracks in the main gear spring after you do
blending repairs.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. You can use replacements for the items below
if they have the necessary parameters.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Electromagnetic DA-200 Parker Research Corp. To find cracks
Yoke 2642 Enterprise Rd.
Dunedin, FL 33528
Web: www.parkreshcorp.com
Fluorescent 14AM (Aerosol Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnetic Particle Can) Magnaflux
Bath - Wet Method 3624 W Lake Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
Web: www.maqnaflux.com
Portable Black Light ZB-23A Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnaflux
Magnetic Field 500203 Uresco Inc. To calibrate system
Indicator 10603 Midway Ave.
Cerrito, CA 90701
Light Meter Spectroline Spectronics Corp. To calibrate system
DSE-2000 956 Brush Hollow Rd.
Westbury, NY 11590

CAUTION: PRODS OR PERMANENT MAGNETS MUST NOT BE USED.

5. Gear Spring Inspection


A. Do a magnetic particle inspection of the repaired area of the main landing gear spring(s) and/or center
spring for cracks.

NOTE: If access to the inspection area is sufficient, it is permitted to let the main landing gear
spring stay installed on the airplane while you do the magnetic particle inspection.

(1) Use magnetic particle inspection and examine the repaired area of the main landing gear
spring(s) and/or center spring for cracks.
(2) To remove the dirt and grease, clean the inspection area with methyl n-propyl ketone solvent or
acetone.

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(3) Remove sufficient paint from the landing gear so that the yoke legs can be put on bare metal.
Do not remove all the paint, only a sufficient amount to bare the metal. Refer to the Model 208
Maintenance Manual, Chapter 20 Interior and Exterior Finish -Cleaning/Painting, Paint Stripping.
CAUTION: CONTACT PRODS OR PERMANENT MAGNETS MUST NOT BE USED ON
THE AIRPLANE COMPONENTS.
(4) Use the electromagnetic yoke to magnetize the main gear spring(s) and/or center spring in two
directions.
(a) Put the legs of the yoke around the circumference of the spring so that it is centered over
the repaired area.
1 Put each of the yoke legs approximately 1.00 to 1.50 inches from the repaired area.
2 Apply the fluorescent magnetic particle bath.
3 Stop the application of the bath and immediately energize the yoke for approximately
two seconds.
(5) Adjust the legs of the electromagnetic yoke for a leg spacing of 4.00 to 6.00 inches.
(a) Center the yoke over the repaired area along the length of the spring.
(6) Use a black light and examine the main gear spring(s) and/or center spring repaired area for
cracks.
NOTE: The ambient light in the inspection area must not be more than two foot candles.

(a) After the inspection is completed, demagnetize the main gear spring(s) and/or center
spring.
1 Make sure that the maximum residual field strength is 2G (two gauss).

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NOSE LANDING GEAR SPRING

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in the nose landing gear spring.
B. You can use this procedure to make sure there are no cracks in the nose gear spring after you do
blending repairs.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. you can use replacements for the items below
if they have the necessary parameters.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Electromagnetic DA-200 Parker Research Corp. To find cracks
Yoke 2642 Enterprise Rd.
Dunedin, FL 33528
Web: www.parkreshcorp.com
Fluorescent 14AM (Aerosol Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnetic Particle Can) Magnaflux
Bath - Wet Method 3624 W Lake Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
Web: www.maqnaflux.com
Portable Black Light ZB-23A Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnaflux
Magnetic Field 500203 Uresco Inc. To calibrate system
Indicator 10603 Midway Ave.
Cerrito, CA 90701
Light Meter Spectroline Spectronics Corp. To calibrate system
DSE-2000 956 Brush Hollow Rd.
Westbury, NY 11590

CAUTION: PRODS OR PERMANENT MAGNETS MUST NOT BE USED.

5. Inspection
A. Do a Magnetic Particle Inspection of the Nose Landing Gear Spring.
(1) Inspect the repaired area of the nose landing gear spring for cracks. Use the magnetic particle
inspection.
(2) Clean the area to be inspected with Methyl N-Propyl Ketone solvent or Acetone to remove the
dirt and grease.

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CAUTION: CONTACT PRODS OR PERMANENT MAGNETS MUST NOT BE USED ON


THE AIRPLANE COMPONENTS.

(3) Magnetize the landing gear spring in two directions using the electromagnetic yoke.
(a) Put the legs of the yoke around the circumference of the spring so that it is centered over
the blended area.
1 Put each of the yoke legs approximately 1.00 to 1.50 inches from the blended area.
2 Apply fluorescent magnetic particle bath.
3 Stop the application of the bath and immediately energize the yoke for approximately
two seconds.
(4) Adjust the legs of the electromagnetic yoke for a leg spacing of 4.00 to 6.00 inches.
(a) Put the center of the yoke over the blended area along the length of the spring.
(5) Use a black light to inspect the nose landing gear spring blended area for cracks.
NOTE: The ambient light in the inspection area must not exceed two foot candles.

(a) After the inspection is done, demagnetize the landing gear spring.
(b) Make sure the maximum residual field strength is 2G (two gauss).
1 If cracks are found, replace the nose landing gear drag link spring. Refer to the
Maintenance Manual Chapter 32, Drag Link Spring Removal/Installation.
2 If no cracks are found on the nose landing gear drag link spring, install the nose
landing gear drag link spring. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 32, Drag
Link Spring Removal/Installation.
(6) Install the nose landing gear drag link spring fairing. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter
32, Drag Link Spring Fairing Removal/Installation.
(7) Lower the airplane from the jacks. Refer to the Maintenance Manual Chapter 7, Jacking -
Maintenance Practices.

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ENGINE TRUSS AND RING ASSEMBLY

1. Description
A. This procedure will show you how to find cracks in welds of the engine truss and ring assembly.
B. This procedure agrees with the Model 208 Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5, 5-14-30, Supplemental
Inspection Number 71-20-01.

2. Personnel Requirements
A. Personnel certification requirements are found in Part 1 of this manual.

3. Preparation
A. Remove the engine. Remove the truss and ring assembly from the engine. Refer to the Maintenance
Manual Chapter 71, Powerplant - Maintenance Practices.
B. Clean the area to be examined of any unwanted material and/or burrs.

4. Equipment

NOTE: This equipment was used to make this procedure. You may use replacements for the items
below if they have the necessary parameters.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Electromagnetic DA-200 Parker Research Corp. To find cracks
Yoke 2642 Enterprise Rd.
Dunedin, FL 33528
Web: www.parkreshcorp.com
Fluorescent 14AM (Aerosol Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnetic Particle Can) Magnaflux
Bath - Wet Method 3624 W Lake Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
Web: www.maqnaflux.com
Portable Black Light ZB-23A Illinois Tool Works Inc, ITW To find cracks
Magnaflux
Magnetic Field 500203 Uresco Inc. To calibrate system
Indicator 10603 Midway Ave.
Cerrito, CA 90701
Light Meter Spectroline Spectronics Corp. To calibrate system
DSE-2000 956 Brush Hollow Rd.
Westbury, NY 11590

CAUTION: PRODS OR PERMANENT MAGNETS MUST NOT BE USED.

5. Inspection
A. Engine Truss and Ring Assembly (Refer to Figure 1).
(1) Put the legs of the yoke on each side of the weld. Keep as much contact between the legs and
the part as possible.
(2) Apply the fluorescent magnetic particles to the weld. Immediately energize the yoke with
alternating current for approximately one second.
(3) Examine each weld for cracks parallel and perpendicular to the weld direction.
(4) Do the inspection for each weld on the truss and ring assembly.

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ENGINE
TRUSS RING

26521009

Engine Truss
Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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(5) Demagnetize the area with a maximum alternating current.


(a) Make sure the maximum remaining magnetic field is not more than two Gauss, as
measured with the magnetic field indicator.
(6) Clean the truss and ring assembly.
6. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. FAX 316-942-9006. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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CONTENTS
OPTICAL INSPECTION - GENERAL .......................................... Part 9 - 20-00-00 Page 1
G eneral ................................................................ Part 9 - 20-00-00 Page 1
WINDOW CRACKS PRISM INSPECTION ...................................... Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 1
Description ............................................................. Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 1
Preparation ............................................................. Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 1
Equipm ent ............................................................. Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 1
Inspection .............................................................. Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 2
Part Disposition ......................................................... Part 9 - 56-30-01 Page 2

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OPTICAL INSPECTION - GENERAL

1. General
A. A borescope lets the technician examine structural details of parts that can not be seen easily because
of distance or location from the viewer.
B. The optical inspection method is used to help look at airframe structure, engine components, and
parts that are not easy to see with the unaided eye or those areas where access is not easy. You can
use this method when other nondestructive testing methods are not applicable.

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WINDOW CRACKS PRISM INSPECTION

1. Description
A. This procedure will define the techniques used to locate fatigue cracks in the windshield that start at
fastener hole(s) and propagate to adjacent fastener holes, into the viewing area, or to the edge of a
window using the optical prism inspection technique.

NOTE: Optical prism may be purchased or locally fabricated (Refer to Figure 1).

2. Preparation
A. Prepare airplane for inspection, refer to the applicable section in the Maintenance Manual for cleaning
instructions.
B. Clean six to eight inches (150 to 200 mm) around the outside of the windshield.

3. Equipment

NOTE: Equivalent couplants may be used, however, the operator/inspector will make sure that the
material will not be evasive or damaging to the window surface, painted surfaces, or airplane
structure.

NAME NUMBER MANUFACTURER USE


Optical Prism Fabricate (Refer to Figure 1) To detect cracks
Optical Prism 6580000-1 Cessna Aircraft Company To detect cracks
Cessna Parts Distribution
5800 E. Pawnee
P.O. Box 1521
Wichita, KS 67218
Inspection Prism AWR P-17 Aircraft Window Repairs Company To detect cracks
2207 Border Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
Web:
www.aircraftwindowrepairs.com
Couplant Ultragel II Sonotech Inc. To couple prism to window
774 Marine Drive
Bellingham, WA 98225
Web: www.sonotech-inc.com
Couplant Propylene Glycol Del Amo Chemical Co. To couple prism to window
535 W. 152 St.
Gardena, CA 90248
Couplant Chogel-20 Echo Laboratories To couple prism to window
RD#1, Box 297
Titusville, PA 16354
White Light Source Commercially Available To illuminate inspection
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4. Inspection
A. Procedure using 70-degree prism
(1) Apply couplant to 70-degree face of prism and area of window to be inspected (refer to Figure
2).
NOTE: Inspections are done from the outer surface of windows.
(2) Couple the prism to the window per Figure 2, and with the light source at an angle of 30 to 60
degrees from the vertical face of the prism, illuminate and inspect the fastener holes.
NOTE: In order to get a clear view of both the top and bottom surfaces of the fastener hole,
it may be necessary to slide the prism toward and away from the fastener being
inspected.
(a) The image of an undamaged fastener hole will appear as a frosty cylinder.
(b) The image of a fastener hole with a crack that extends from one surface of the material
under inspection into the hole, will appear as a frosty or reflective ear or projection that
extends from the fastener hole as in View A-A of Figure 2.
(c) The image of a crack which has progressed from one fastener hole to another will appear
as a frosty irregular surface. View B-B of Figure 2 illustrates a crack from hole to hole.
B. Procedure Using AWR P-17 Prism
(1) Couple the prism to the window per Figure 3, and with the light source at an angle of 30 to 60
degrees from the vertical face of the prism, illuminate and inspect the fastener holes.

5. Part Disposition
A. If a crack is found, contact Cessna Propeller Aircraft Product Support, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, KS
67277 USA. Telephone 316-517-5800. Provide the following information:
(1) Crack location.
(2) Crack length.
(3) Crack orientation.

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A2002

0.75 INCH
(

-PRISM

FABRICATE PRISM FROM TYPE II UVA ACRYLIC,


MIL-P-5425D, 0.75 INCH MINIMUM THICKNESS

5583T101 1

Fabrication of Optical Prism


Figure 1 (Sheet 1)

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Optical Inspection Using 70-Degree Prism


Figure 2 (Sheet 1)

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A5583T1012

Optical Inspection Using AWR P-17 Prism


Figure 3 (Sheet 1)

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GROUND GLASS OR
OPTICAL PRISM CLOUDY APPEARANCE
INDICATES CRACK IN

ACRYLIC PANEL
EXTERNAL SURFACE

Optical Inspection Using AWR P-17 Prism


Figure 3 (Sheet 2)

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