Description / Abstract:
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) advises that some of
the chemical being used to disinfect, de-ice, and clean airplanes
can cause corrosion and/or degradation of landing gear components.
Landing gear equipment includes shock struts, braces, actuators,
wheels brakes, tires, and electrical components. Some of the
Chemicals that have been recognized as potentially injurious are
identified and recommendations for mitigating damage are
presented.
Purpose:
The purpose of this report is to increase general awareness of
the associated with exposing aircraft to corrosive chemicals that
are being used for disinfecting, de-icing, and cleaning operations.
This document also seeks to inform personal responsible for landing
gear system of the action needed to mitigate and document the
corrosion risk to an affected aircraft and its landing gear
systems.