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October 2019
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CHAPTER 5: BASIC OPERATIONS
5.4.3
EMERGENCY AIRCRAFT RELEASE
If the tractor cannot be operated safely and an aircraft is on the Cradle, the aircraft must be
released prior to moving the tractor. To do this:
1. Secure the aircraft by placing chocks on the main gear and/or setting the aircraft parking
brake, as appropriate.
2. Open the Forward Compartment, as described in
. Be sure to lift the deck lid as high as possible.
3. Locate the Winch Release Lever (1)
on the Winch Spool (2), and then
release the Winch Spool by rotating
the lever counterclockwise.
4. Grasp and manually pay out the
Winch Strap, being sure to prevent
the Winch Strap Hook or the “D”
rings on the Strut Strap, if used,
from contacting the aircraft.
Note
Consider placing a soft, clean, lint-free cloth between the Winch Hook and the “D” rings,
and the aircraft strut, to prevent damage. Alternatively, consider having a helper
manage the Winch Strap or release the Brake.
Note
If Steps 3 and/or 4 fail to release or pay out the Winch Strap, then use a sharp knife to
cut the Winch Strap, being careful to not allow the Winch Hook or “D” rings on the Strut
Strap, if used, to contact the aircraft.
5. Release the brakes, as described in
"EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE” on page
6. Lower the Cradle, as described in
"EMERGENCY CRADLE LOWER” on page
7. If used, remove the Pawl Adapter from the aircraft.
8. Manually push the tractor away from the aircraft to a safe location, and then chock the Drive
Wheels. The tractor operator must be seated in the appropriate Operator Station (A or B,
depending on tractor configuration), with at least two helpers pushing the tractor.
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AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ - (415)786-2081 - [email protected]
