Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook-Airframe, Volume 1

Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook-Airframe, Volume 1

The Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—Airframe (FAA-H-8083-31) is one of a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for certification as an airframe or powerplant mechanic. It is intended that this handbook provide the basic information on principles, fundamentals, and technical procedures in the subject matter areas relating to the airframe rating. It is designed to aid students enrolled in a formal course of instruction, as well as the individual who is studying on his or her own.<br /><br />This book includes the following topics:<br /><br />Chapter 1 Aircraft Structures<br />Chapter 2 Aerodynamics, Aircraft Assembly, and Rigging<br />Chapter 3 Aircraft Fabric Covering<br />Chapter 4 Aircraft Metal Structural Repair<br />Chapter 5 Aircraft Welding<br />Chapter 6 Aircraft Wood and Structural Repair<br />Chapter 7 Advanced Composite Materials<br />Chapter 8 Aircraft Painting and Finishing<br />Chapter 9 Aircraft Electrical System