ENSTROM F-28F/280F SERIES MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Rev.
4
MM-4-73
Jun
21/12
4-76. Aircraft Preservation and Storage
4-77. General – Aircraft Preservation and Storage
A. Aircraft that see low usage or are stored for extended periods exhibit an accelerated
rate of corrosion damage. Special attention should be given to aircraft inactive in a corrosive
atmosphere (coastal, high humidity, air pollution, or sandy areas) to assure components remain
in a serviceable condition.
B. The following maintenance procedures are categorized in terms of aircraft with low
usage and those scheduled to be inactive for an extended period. This information is intended
to cover both hangared and outdoor conditions unless otherwise noted, and is subject to
owner/operator judgment regarding the helicopter's operating environment, and should be
considered in addition to the normal servicing requirements.
NOTE
Wash and wax the helicopter prior to any type of storage.
4-78. Low Usage – Aircraft Preservation and Storage
NOTE
Aircraft flown for short periods several times a month.
NOTE
Preserve the engine I/A/W the applicable Textron-Lycoming Technical
Publication if warranted by local corrosive conditions.
A. Ground run the aircraft every 14 days until normal operating temperatures for the
engine are obtained.
B. Position the main rotor blades so that the tail rotor assembly is horizontal to the earth.
Tie down the main rotor blades with the collective locked halfway up to relieve the steady load
on the lamiflex bearings.
C. Install the main rotor hub and tail rotor assembly covers.
D. Protect the windshields and interior equipment with suitable dust covers and/or solar
shields.
NOTE
If the interior temperature of the cabin exceeds 150°F, ventilate the cabin by
opening the doors or vents.
E. Cover the pitot and static air vents.
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