Recommended Actions When Disinfectants, De-icers, and Cleaners Come in Contact with Landing Gear Structure(STABILIZED Oct 2012)
AIR5541A
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) advises that some of the chemicals being used to disinfect, de-ice, and clean airplanes can cause corrosion and/or degradation of landing gear components. Landing gear equipment includes shock struts, braces, actuators, wheels, brakes, tires, and electrical components. Some of the chemicals that have been recognized as potentially injurious are identified and recommendations for mitigating damage are presented.
Rationale:
This document has been declared "Stabilized" by SAE A-5B, Gears, Struts and Couplings Committee and will no longer be subjected to periodic reviews for currency. Users are responsible for verifying references and continued suitability of technical requirements. Newer technology may exist.
Related Topics:
Chemicals
Landing gear
Corrosion
Freighter aircraft
Hydraulic fluids
Munitions
Composite materials
Polymers
Metals
Also known as: SAE AIR 5541
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