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PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM – MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
2. PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM – LEAK TEST
Always perform Pitot and static system leak test after any maintenance operation
on the Pitot-static system.
In succession, important precautions for leak tests are listed: follow them in
order to avoid Air Data Instruments damages.
Pressure applied during tests and its rate of change must not exceed
limits imposed by instruments’ manufacturers.
After testing, do not forget to restore the whole system to its operating
configuration.
Tools
ADTS500 by DRUCK or equivalent
equipemnt