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Part VI - Previous Version 625 - Appendix C (4)(c)-(e) - 2000/12/01

4. Variable Pitch Propellers

(c) At intervals of not more than 5 years, the propeller shall be subjected to an internal inspection for corrosion by an AMO holding an applicable rating in the propeller category. The dismantling of the propeller shall be to the extent that will allow for the complete inspection of the propeller; including, as required, removal of blade root ferrules, de-icer boots, decals, etc.
(amended 1998/09/01; previous version)

Information Note:

The inspection described in paragraph (c) does not constitute overhaul. It is intended to meet the needs of those owners who operate in a benign environment and have extremely low utilization.

(d) The interval of 5 years, required by paragraph (c), starts following the first installation of the propeller on the aircraft, subject to the following conditions:
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

(i) the propeller is new, properly packaged and protected against corrosion while in shipment or storage; or
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

(ii) the propeller is newly overhauled or has been inspected as per paragraph (c), properly protected and packaged against corrosion while in shipment or storage.
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

(e) The interval of 5 years, required by paragraph (c), may be interrupted by a period of storage following the first installation of the propeller, subject to the following conditions:
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

(i) the propeller shall be completely cleaned of all residual oil and foreign deposits, e.g. lead, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations; and
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

(ii) it shall be completely inhibited, properly protected and packaged against corrosion while in storage using the manufacturer's recommendations, or other procedures acceptable to the Minister.
(amended 1998/09/01; no previous version)

Date modified:
2010-07-22