Page 1 2
nd
Edition – Rev 0
51-10
STRUCTURE CLASSIFICATION - GENERAL
51-10 STRUCTURE CLASSIFICATION
The structure classification allows operators for determining the kind of repair required and
the standard procedure to apply.
Structural components are classified on the basis of their importance as follows:
Primary structure: structural components or assemblies which are necessary to sustain
design ultimate flight and ground loads or which provide essential support necessary to
maintain airplane safe operation.
Secondary structure: structural components which conveys loads paths from their point of
application to the primary structure.
Tertiary structure: structural components which does not contribute to the structural
strength of the airplane.
Following table provides structural components classification.
To Next Page
Loading...
