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Pro tip: check the torque seal on those flap actuator bolts
I've seen three planes in the last year where the seal was broken but the bolt was still tight, and people just re-sealed it without checking. That's a fast way to miss a real problem. How do you guys handle torque seal inspections on your pre-flights?
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rayy832d ago
Wait, isn't that a check for tampering, not tightness?
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sarah_hart2d ago
Look at it this way, a loose cap is basically tampering waiting to happen. If the seal isn't tight, someone could mess with it without leaving a clear sign. So checking that it's on properly covers both ideas at once. It's the first line of defense. Why would you only check after you suspect something's wrong?
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