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What are aircraft spare parts?
Aircraft spares / MRO
- Aircraft test equipment.
- Bearings, slip rings.
- Brakes.
- Connection accesories, connection systems.
- Consumables & chemicals.
- Electric cables and harnesses.
- Fans.
- Filters and filtration systems.
How tall are the tires on a 747?
4. Airplane tire size chart
| Aircraft type | Tire size |
|---|---|
| Boeing 747-400 | H49 x 19.0 – 22 |
| Airbus A320 | 30 x 8.8 – 15 |
| Boeing 787 – 800 | 50 x 20 – 22 |
| Embraer 145 | 19.5 x 6.75 – 8 |
How many spare parts does an aircraft have?
For today’s commercial aircraft, the answer is millions. Yes, you have read that right. It takes millions of small and big parts to assemble a fully functioning commercial plane. In an article by Lufthansa, they claimed that it took 6 million parts to build Boeing 747-8.
Who builds parts for Boeing?
Key Boeing suppliers include Spirit AeroSystems (fuselages – aerostructures), Precision Castparts Corp. (aerostructures), Triumph Group (aerostructures), Pratt & Whitney (aircraft engines), Collins Aerospace (components & parts), Honeywell (components & parts), General Electric Co.
What’s the best way to buy aircraft parts?
One partial solution is to purchase parts only from reputable sources. The FAA is currently considering requiring FAA certification for parts suppliers. This would increase the cost of parts somewhat, but it would also increase the level of safety by making it more difficult for unapproved parts to make their way into the system.
Is it legal to install auto parts on an aircraft?
Shops that specialize in vintage and antique aircraft commonly find auto parts and hardware installed on aircraft. Even if the item functions adequately, it’s not legal and the aircraft cannot be approved for return to service after an annual inspection.
Can a plane be returned to service after an FAA inspection?
Even if the item functions adequately, it’s not legal and the aircraft cannot be approved for return to service after an annual inspection. When an aircraft technician installs a part on an FAA-certified product, he or she must meet five standards, or requirements.
What are the dangers of unapproved aircraft parts?
Unapproved parts are a clear and present danger in aviation. They are attractive to some buyers because they cost less, or are available when an approved part may not be. However, these parts have not been manufactured or tested according to minimum FAA standards.