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Suleiman Report-2
Suleiman Report-2
Suleiman Report-2
(HDAME II)
NOVEMBER 2023
ABSTRACT
This abstract provides the concise overview of my three-month industrial practical
training conducted at Precision Air Service. During this period, I had the opportunity to
work in various tasks. I participated in reduction gearbox borescope inspection, corrosion
removal and surface restored, removal and installation of the aileron, assembling and
disassembling main wheel, removal of the stubborn bolt.
Further-more ore I actively engaged in riveting of a nose landing gear seat and inspection
of water spray nozzle of air conditioning system. The experience was of great
significance as it not only improved my technical proficiency but also instilled a passion
in aviation.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify I have reviewed and evaluated the field report titled “Industrial Practical
Training (IPT)” prepared by SULEIMAN ADELHARD NICOLAUS. I confirm the
report´s accuracy, data collection methods´ alignment with study objectives, adherence to
established protocol, and appropriate citation from external sources for the award of
Higher Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering.
Signature………………………….
Date……………………………
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the information presented in this report has been prepared by
SULEIMAN ADELHARD NICOLAUS to fulfill the curriculum requirement of Higher
Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering offered by the National Institute of Transport
School of Aviation Technology (NIT -SAT) under the department of Aeronautical
Engineering.
Esteemed Precision Air Services, I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to
complete my IPT. It has been a valuable experience, and I am thankful for the knowledge and
skills gained during my time here. I extend my appreciation to the entire team at Precision Air
Services for their support, guidance, and mentorship throughout my IPT. I am confident that
the experience and insights I have gained at Precision Air Services will serve as a strong
foundation for my career.
Also, I strongly thank the National Institute of Transport leadership for considering this
valuable time to get exposure to the aviation industry.
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1.1.2 PRECISION AIR SERVICE STRUCTURE
ACCOUNTALE MANAGER
(Patrick Mwanri)
HEAD OF QUALITY
SAFETY&SECURTY
(Gaudies Kusekwa)
HEAD OF MAINTENANCE
(Pablo Alves)
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MANAGER QUALITY
ENGINEERING
(Stanislaus Maganga)
MANAGER TECHNICAL
SERVICES
(S.Hashim)
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1.1.3 MISSION AND VISION
MISSION
To provide superior airline services that are customer focused, reliable, safe and competitive.
VISION
To be the airline of choice and catalyst for change.
1.1.4 ACTIVITIES PERFORMED BY PRECISION AIR SERVICES
The precision Air service level of technology is categorized in the following spheres:
i. Infrastructure.
Precision Air Service has a large hangar that can accommodate to about 5 aircrafts of
ATR 45 and ATR 72 type. The hangar is well equipped with modern facilities to
facilitate maintenance activities to be conducted in a safe manner, example platforms,
fire inhibitors, racks for storage purposes, and a bus to transport workers from terminal
II to the base (hangar). Additionally has the advanced system (ALKYM) to retrieve the
work orders.
ii. Training programs.
Precision Air Service has the training program to cutting-edge technologies in aviation
industry. This shows their dedication to technological change.
iii. Certifications and standards.
Precision Air Services has the capabilities of doing maintenance activities that are
certified by the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), FAA and other authorities.
Still is in progress to expand its capabilities for maintenance of different aircrafts.
1.1.6 CUSTOMERS OF PRECISION AIR SERVICES
i. Cabin crew students.
ii. Students joining for industrial practical training.
iii. Individuals joining for internship.
iv. Passengers.
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v. Third part airline customers for maintenance purpose.
These are; flight link, tropical air, Efatha ministries.
Trainees get first hand to look how the aviation industry operate, their work culture,
and challenge they face
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CHAPTER TWO
2.0 INDUSTRIAL PRACTICAL TRAINING PLAN IN DETAILS
2.1 TRAINING PLAN IN PRECISION AIR SERVICES
i Orientation period.
In this period the trainees get description of the whole training how maintenance
activities are carried out and organized by various departments. Takes 21 day, is
conducted in the training room and trainees pass in different departments for overview
of how performs its function.
The following are departments and their role that are part of the training plan at
Precision Air to which every trainee should be aware:
The department’s function is to ensure all maintenance activities meet the established
standards and regulations placed by the TCAA. They are responsible for monitoring and
evaluating the quality of work performed by the organization, identifying areas for
improvement, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. The Quality
Assurance department plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and
airworthiness of aircraft by ensuring that maintenance procedures and practices are
followed accurately and consistently. The primary functions of a Quality Assurance
department include:
b. Quality Audits and Inspections: Quality Assurance conducts regular audits and
inspections of maintenance activities to identify any non-compliance, deviations, or
potential risks. They verify that work is being performed correctly and in
accordance with approved standards.
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aviation authorities. They monitor and verify that the organization's records meet
the standards mandated by aviation regulations, such as the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) or the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
c. Audits and Inspections: The department supports internal and external audits or
inspections by providing the necessary documentation and records.
This department plays a critical role in ensuring efficient and effective maintenance
operations. Here are the key functions of each department:
i. Engineering: The Engineering department is responsible for various tasks, including:
iii. Control: The Control function within PPC involves monitoring and oversight to
ensure adherence to established plans and standards. Responsibilities include:
b) Quality Control: They verify that maintenance tasks are carried out in
accordance with approved procedures, standards, and regulations.
This department is responsible for managing and controlling the inventory of spare parts,
tools, equipment, and other materials necessary for maintenance activities.
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Technical Library department
b. Revision Control: The library maintains control over document revisions and
ensures that the latest versions of technical publications are accessible to the
maintenance staff. They track and manage document revisions, distributing
updates and notifying personnel of any changes.
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e. Information Research and Support: The Technical Library assists maintenance
personnel in researching technical information, troubleshooting procedures, and
obtaining relevant data for maintenance tasks.
f. They provide support in locating specific information and may offer guidance on
interpretation or application of technical documentation.
g. Archiving and Historical Data: The library maintains historical records and
archives of technical documentation, serving as a reference for past maintenance
activities. This information can be valuable for future maintenance tasks, historical
analysis, regulatory audits, or investigations.
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c. Reliability Engineering: The department focuses on ensuring the reliability and
performance of products or systems. They analyze failure data, conduct reliability
testing, and implement strategies to enhance product reliability, durability, and
maintainability. They also provide recommendations for design improvements and
reliability-centered maintenance practices.
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resources needed for the organization's operations. The specific functions of the Technical
Procurement department include:
c. Cost and Budget Control: The Technical Procurement department monitors costs
associated with technical procurement activities. They analyze budgets, seek cost-
saving opportunities, negotiate prices, and implement strategies to optimize
procurement expenditure while maintaining quality and reliability.
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f. Compliance and Risk Management: The department ensures compliance with
relevant regulations, policies, and quality standards in the procurement process.
They assess and manage risks associated with procurement activities, such as
supplier reliability, quality control, and potential disruptions to the supply chain.
i. Battery room: Deals with battery charging & discharging and storage of aircraft t
battery.
ii. Wheels and brakes room: Deals with storage, maintenance and repair of aircraft
wheels and brakes.
iii. Avionics room: Deals with maintenance of electronics and electrical instruments I
aircraft systems.
iv. Archives/technical library room: Deals with storage of all documentations related to
maintenance of an aircraft. Also updating the maintenance manuals received from
the manufacturer or authorities.
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v. Technical stores: deals with storage of aircraft components and tools used in repair
and maintenance of an aircraft.
vi. Wheel bay/dark room: deals with storage of wheels and tire covers.
b) Production planning and control.
i. The department forecasts the upcoming maintenance activities and control the life
limited parts of an aircraft.
i. Ensures the
ii. Be responsible for ensuring that the Quality Assurance Program is properly
implemented, maintained and continuously reviewed and improved
iii. Develop and implement safety management systems.
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When a pilot moves the control stick to one side, the aileron on that wing moves
downward while the aileron on the opposite wing moves upward. This lift differential
changes the lift and drag characteristics of the wings. The aileron that moves downward
reduces lift on that wing and increases drag, causing that wing to drop or lose altitude.
Conversely the aileron that moves upward and increases lift and reduces drag, causing the
other wing to rise. This differential lift and drag result in the aircraft rolling about its
longitudinal axis. Initiating a turn.
A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
i. In the cockpit, put some warning notice to prevent flight controls operation.
ii. put an access platform- wing fuselage position.
iii. Remove the access panel(s) 555 and 655.
B. TOOLS USED
i. Ratchet
ii. Open and closed end spanner
iii. Spatula
iv. Speeder
v. Socket
vi. Bit holder
vii. Bit
viii. Dog bone
ix. Rigging pins
x. Screw driver
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Tools assembly for removal of bolts on the access panels.
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The location of work areas is shown in the figure below.
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2.3.2 REDUCTION GEARBOX BORESCOPE INSPECTION
Borescope is a flexible optical instrument equipped with a camera and lighting system at
the tip. Borescope inspection is a non-destructive testing procedure to access the internal
condition of the gear box without need for disassembly. This inspection is crucial for
ensuring the reliability and safety of mechanical system of an engine. The examined areas
are gears, shafts and bearings. The inspected defects that might occur are foreign object
debris, cracks and gear tooth wear.
A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
i. Clean the opening to where the fiberscope is inserted.
ii. Caution: to avoid damage, withdraw fiberscope from gear box before turning a
propeller.
iii. Use only approved fiberscope (PWC34910-102) for inspection of the second stage
reduction spur gear teeth.
iv. Do not use the steel braided fiberscope.
v. Be careful when you put the fiberscope to prevent damage or scratch to the bearing
race.
B. TOOLS USED
i. Borescope
ii. Dog bone spanner
iii. Ratchet
iv. Open end and closed end spanner
v. Socket
vi. flat
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The pictorial representation of tools used are shown in the picture below.
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viii. Install the cap, washers, and bolts respectively torque bolts 36 to 40lb.in
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2.3.4 REMOVAL OF CORROSION AND SURFACE RESTORED OF SERVICE
DOOR ASSEMBLY
Corrosion removal involves elimination of existing corrosion products from a material´s
surface and surface restoration aim to protect, refinish, or improve the appearance and
functionality of the treated material or structure. It involves painting and coating. The
corrosion removal and surface restoration are essential for maintaining the structural
integrity, safety of various components and structures that are susceptible to corrosion.
The type of corrosion found on the work piece is pitting corrosion which is due to expose
to moisture condition from the service room (toilet).
A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
i. Avoid prolonged breathing of solvent or acid.
ii. Mix all chemicals per the instruction.
iii. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin and the solvent. Rubber gloves should
be worn.
iv. Wash any paint stripper, or conversion material immediately from body.
v. Materials splashed into exes should be properly flushed with water and medical aid
obtained immediately.
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v. Applying the protective coatings such as paint, primer for surface restoration.
The workpiece for corrosion removal and surface restoration is shown below.
The picture of a service door assembly which is covers the draining part of the toilet
waste.
B. TOOLS USED
i. Rivet squeezer.
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ii. Solid rivets.
iii. Crackle pins.
iv. Crackle pin holder.
v. Rivet cutter.
vi. Drill and drill machine.
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2.4 EXPECTATIONS FROM INDUSTRIAL PRACTICAL TRAAINING (IPT)
Precision Air service fulfilled my expectations as follows:
i. Identification of aircraft systems and operation.
ii. Developing a team building skills.
iii. Understanding the flight controls operation through visualization.
iv. Reading and interpretation of aircraft maintenance manual.
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ii) Reading and interpretation of aircraft maintenance manual to
perform a task.
iv)Team handling.
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ii. Contextual difference.
The real works is diverse and dynamic. What works in one context or theory
might not effective or applicable in another due to variation in circumstances.
iii. Changing environment.
The gap can widen when theory lags behind rapidly evolving practical
environments, in aviation industry.
iv. Education and training.
The way theory is taught and learned may not always prepare students for
practical challenges, leading to a gap in their ability to apply knowledge
effectively.
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CHAPTER THREE
3.0 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
3.1 CONCLUSION
The Industrial Practical training is very helpful to gain experience and what is learnt
theoretically when at the university, as exposes a student to the real industry of what is dealing
with his/her career and facilitates fast understanding of system operations of an aircraft. As an
individual participate to perform tasks that involve different systems of an aircraft. this makes
a person to learn new thing at a short period of time in a long run. This report is in detail of
what I performed and participated during Industrial practical Training conducted at the
Precision Air Service.
3.2 RECOMMENDATIONS
i. Precision air services is an interactive place for an individual (trainee) to acquire skills
and knowledge pertaining aircraft
ii. There are should be task assigned to student to perform and evaluated when at the
university.
iii. Teaching model should involve the interactive with the actual system, or component
instead of learning only theoretically and wait for IPT.
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REFERENCES
i. https://www.precisionairtz.com/en/about-us/history
ii. Harry A. Kinson, PhD & Donley R.R (2004), .Aviation management 1st edition. McGraw
Hill Inc. Us
iii. EASA Part 66 Cat. B1 Module 7; Maintenance Practices Volume 1, Europe department of
transportation, European aviation safety agency
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APPENDICES
Appendix 1: Typical aircraft used by Precision Air services
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Appendix 2: Propeller shaft
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Appendix 3: Water spray nozzle and general inspection of ACS
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Appendix 4: Job instruction card for removal of aileron
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Appendix 5: Job instruction card for installation of the aileron.
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Appendix 6: job instruction card for schedule inspection of Auto Pilot (AP) actuators,
connectors and cables.
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Appendix 7: job instruction card of installation of the flashlight.
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Appendix 08: Top view of the reduction Gearbox.
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