Such damage may be replaced with self adhesive patch material (often called “sail tape”
or “sticky back sail repair tape”) such as used for registration letters, if possible to both
sides of the fabric.
This tape is available from Air Creation.
Any other significant damage should be discussed with Air Creation or a technical station
for an assessment of the best repair option.
5.3.5
Special Purpose Equipment
Training Bar Maintenance
The training bars are likely to be installed and removed often, therefore it is important
that the components are accounted for each time that they are removed and installed. The
bars are port and starboard sides, and need to be installed on the inside of the down tubes.
They should be inspected for bending, and at each of the bolt holes and welds as well as
any other wear that may occur each time they are installed. Check the condition of the
rubber top fitting too and change them if there is any kind of cracks. If they are
permanently affixed to the aircraft they need to be inspected at regular intervals. The
frequency of inspection will depend on the amount that they are used. Prior to each flight
they should be checked to ensure that they are securely attached to the uprights and base
bar.
The welded base bar attachment has been made to be slightly loose, for ease of assembly.
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