C-130 Technical
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http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.com/vgn-ext-templating-hs/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=16eaaec96b991110VgnVCM1000007301000aRCRD&hsct=hs_news&ciid=eac29a30ca1f2110VgnVCM1000004601000aRCRD&fromSearch=fromSearch "The U.S. Navy is currently flight-testing the C-130 version of EPCS. The EPCS replaces the HS 54H60 mechanical valve housing control and syncrophaser to achieve logistics savings. It is designed to provide a higher level of reliability and to simplify the propeller control calibration. This control architecture was also used on the NP2000 eight-blade propeller now being fielded on the E-2C aircraft." This is from a 2005 HS news release. I was wondering i…
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Seems to me there was an auxillary light in the cockpit that could be used to shine on the nacelles or wings, or whatever. This was something like a 5 or 6 inch sealed beam affair, with a handle. I thought it was called an "Altus Light" or maybe "Altos Lamp", you get the idea. I have searched thru my old dash-one and can't find any reference to it. Is my memory that bad? Maybe this was something that was only used up thru the "E" models and I flew "H" models out of Dyess. Can someone "enlighten" me? (pun intended)
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Has anyone ever heard of an engine inlet ice detector fracturing and Fodding out an engine? I recently spoke with an engineer at Mack Electronics and he mentioned that the older 575-315’s were renowned for this; we talking hundreds of T-56’s. I also understand that the 575-315’s have been replaced by the Lockheed approved 092-000-001’s. Was there ever an Air Force TCTO to check for these 575-315’s and remove them from service?
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Early A GTV
by Guest- 2 replies
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On early A's without the ground test valve, was there an access panel where the GTV is on later models?
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C-130H 2.5s 1 2
by SonnyJ- 33 replies
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What tail numbers are considered H 2.5? I have been trying to find something in writing describing what a 2.5 is. Anyone have a reference I can use? Sonny
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hi friends my doubt is about what to do when i start the engine in hot wheathers conditions and rpm doesnt estabilize at LSGI the situations is this : the engine starts normaly i see good fuel flow, good tit, good air pressure but near to 70% of rpm the engine doesnt estabilize at LSGI and the secundary fuel pump light beigins to flash.then i shutdown that engine and try next start whit de td sistem in NULL and the situation is exactly the same. i really know that maybe the failure is in the td system ( td valve or td control) or could be the engine fuel control. i know that the flight manual said if the rpm doesnt estabilize at LSGI you must shutdown the engine but …
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Does anyone know of any company's these can be purchased from? It appears we have some really brite people, Our ISO personnel thought since they were not doing the retorques anymore and the flightline personnel would be they could get rid of all their adapters to DRMO/Trash and no-one else has these on hand it appears.
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Can anybody tell me where i can purchase a part number 3338394-6/3303580-6 ramp hook retainer at short notice. During a ramp re-rig i found the station 6R retainer is of an incorrect type. I have requested a new one but my supplier has given a lead time of 200 days. I am also looking for a number for the aux tank fuel qauntity boundary plug female fitting on the airframe side behind the liferaft tub and a supplier for a LT-72 rear lord mount go/no-go inspection gage. My supplier says they are no longer in production. As always, Many thanks.
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Dip Sticks
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I got this question from a friend of mine @ Lynden. I haven't been on a Herc since 12/95 so I'm stumped. Any help? Don R. "A student asked me how to adjust the dip stick readings for the different fuels. JP-4, JP-5, JET-A, JET-A-1 and so on. Any ideas? Is there a chart? Which fuel is the dip stick calibrated to?"
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Laser-equipped C130 ZAPS ground target on Aug 30. " Defeated" a ground vehicle. What Next? (NC-130H c/n [cn]4131[/cn] 65-0979)
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Alright guys, a few weeks ago I posted a question about C-130A model fuel systems. I received quite a bit of information, thanks! Well, I am down here now and have had the chance to get on the bird and look around. They have a fuel quantity indication problem and I am hoping that atleast one of you knows of a place that carries the components they will need to fix their discrepancy, ie. probes, fuel density caps, fuel quantity relays. I am hoping that someone somewhere stockpiled a wharehouse full of A model parts somewhere. Thanks again all.
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Another puzzler: what tech data would we use to remove/install the rescue equipment bins, forward (and above) the Benson tank on an HC-130P? I had hope when I found them mentioned in the 25GS-00-1...but there's no corresponding procedure in the 25JG-00-1. Got an LSET hitting here in less than 2 weeks and I get the feeling that the 1-1A-8 and the 1C-130H-4-25-1 ain't gonna cut it. Thanks!
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My situation is as follows. Aircrew takes a AC,MC,C-130E,H, any of the sort, up for an FCF. I am told that in order to op ck the prop brake, local policy, no one can give me a tech data ref, but local policy is to cage the engine at 180FL. If the propeller rotates backwards it is immediately a write up requiring a flush. OK, my argument to this is that if the FCF is op cking an emergency procedure then why is it immediately a write up at 180 knots? Especially since no airspeed is given in the -1 or FCF ck list to feather the prop at. I tend to think that if the aircraft slows as the -1 says to 160 or less to get the prop to stop counter rotating, then once the pro…
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We have had an issue with the air crew writing up cargo comp A/C pack distributing weak air flow on a 89 model (c-130h). We have already changed a bad low temp control valve, flow control shutoff valve. Also we checked for the water separator/sock for and icing or contamination. Did not find any leaks with the heat exchanger and the turbine is running like a champ. We suspect the crew is writing it up because it’s been really hot lately and until they get the engines going they will have less air with the APU. Some people want to throw a turbine at the aircraft but its working fine with great suction and the air is cooling. I was hoping to find someone with …
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Please...Please...Correct me if I am wrong, I have been kicking myself about this for a while now: The ADH's RPM is that of the RGB, 1020RPM. It has to be, seeing that the Speed Sensing Control is an alternate mounting site for the Tach Generator, 1020RPM = 100% RPM. Why then, when setting the 94% switch on the Speed Sensing Contol, would we set it to activate between 3830RPM and 3930 RPM?
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-15 Upgrade News
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From the aviation week and space technology website.... http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/generic/story_channel.jsp?channel=defense&id=news/FUEL081409.xml&headline=Rolls-Royce%20Reveals%20T56%20Upgrade%20Plan Rolls-Royce Reveals T56 Upgrade Plan By Guy Norris Aug 14, 2009 Rolls-Royce is preparing to test an upgraded version of its venerable T56 turboprop to boost performance of the Lockheed Martin C-130, as well as cut fuel consumption by up to 12%. Launched in response to U.S. government calls for reduced dependence on foreign oil, the upgrade is aimed at the C-130H’s T56-15 Series 3, and is also expected to result in improved availability and re…
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Anyone have a copy of the 1-1-300? We got one coming but it will be late tomorrow before we get our hands on a copy. If you have an up to date copy can you email it to djohnston@merc-mercer.org thanks in advance! Sonny
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Hello again friends i need some help.im looking for a place where i can download all the servicenews published by lockheed. Thanks to all of you!!!!!!!!!
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hello i need to know when i can turn on the floor heat in the check list or if there is some limitations to use it. we have b,h3,l-100-30 models. thanks guys,and sorry about my english, i will improved it
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Can anyone provide servicing instructions for both cargo and flight deck cooling turbines? I'm talking 203430-4-1, and 2037203-1, turbines. Type and quantity of oil used, guidelines for time between oil changes and overhauls, and possibly IAW what USAF technical data?
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Anybody out there ever drop a Herk off post PDM jacks & trestles with no engines attached? My engines are on their way from down under but the last air freight service to Yemen from the Gulf has just been cancelled and they have to come by boat giving me a long delay. (Probably end up in Somalia anyway). Last weight and balance data cannot be found so i have to guess the ballast requirments. It's a basic C-130H so i figure weight about 75K and C of G around 560-570. I'm planning to ballast with about 8K. Cargo door is still removed. Also, any help with how to pack F2-B liferafts would be most appreciated. I have no survival equipment staff here and the old ones disint…
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We are trying to confirm if there are units still using the Benson tanks. This mainly applies to the MC/HC guys and gals. We keep getting conflicting information and the best way is to get it from the source if possible. Email me at djohnston@merc-mercer.org with your response please. Thanks, Donald "Sonny" Johnston Senior Logistician/Level 2 RCM Analyst Mercer Engineering Research Center 135 Osigian Blvd. Warner Robins, GA 31088 478.953.6800 Ext 2603 or 2541 Fax 478.953.6801
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63 E models through 1st gen Hs have a light on the SPR panel. It is labled; WARNING DO NOT TURN MASTER SWITCH OFF (Light is placed here) DUMP PUMPS ON My instructor told me what it was about way back when but that brain cell was KIA. I know the plane won't blow up if you turn the switch off with dump pumps on. What say the HerkyBird members, why did they put that light there?
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Does anybody have the part number for the aux tank fuel quantity bulkhead connector? Many Thanks.
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Does anyone have any information on what brought this TCTO about? Such as where the first ones were found bad and how it snow balled. Also, what were the common practices to get these completed, and lessons learned.
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