Propeller Technical Manual - Jabiru

Propeller Technical Manual
JPM0001-1
Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd
4A482U0D And 4A484E0D Propellers
4.6.4 Annual Inspection
Annual inspections include all the items listed for the 100-hourly inspection above plus the
additional items below.
As all possible circumstances cannot be listed here, the following is provided as guidance only. A critical,
trained eye is required and inspections should include, but not be limited to, the following.
Remove the propeller from the aircraft.
Thoroughly check the propeller for cracking, wear or damage – particularly in those areas not visible
while the propeller is mounted to the engine.
Inspect the blade stems for cracking, abrasion or deposits.
Test the fit of the propeller drive bushes as detailed in Section 5.5
Check the propeller balance as detailed in Section 4.7.6
Re-fit the propeller to the aircraft.
Check spinner and Prop Tracking.
4.6.5 500-Hour Inspection
500-hour inspections are based on time in service only. They include the items listed for the annual
inspection above plus the additional items below.
As all possible circumstances cannot be listed here, the following is provided as guidance only. A critical,
trained eye is required and inspections should include, but not be limited to, the following.
Remove the propeller from the aircraft.
Disassemble the blades from the hub.
Thoroughly check the propeller for cracking, wear or damage – particularly in those areas not visible
while the propeller is mounted to the engine.
Inspect the blade stems for cracking, abrasion or deposits. Where equipped, inspect the condition of the
blade pitch locking pins.
Carry out a Dye Penetrant inspection of the front and rear hubs. If cracking or defects are identified
provide clear photographs to Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd for assessment.
Visually inspect and apply a test torque to the screws which hold the propeller flange to the front of the
crankshaft. Refer to the Engine Maintenance Manual and follow its procedures for this test.
Assemble propeller and set blade pitch.
Re-fit the propeller to the aircraft.
Check spinner and Prop Tracking.
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