brien23
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If I send the Altimeter in and get it back with certification reinstall it and do the static check myself as a A&P as long as the transponder is current cert. does this meet the IFR requirement.
Are you a mechanic or a repair station?
dmyself as a A&P
Yes, provided it is not an encoding altimeter and you follow Part 43 App E. If encoding type then you would need to recheck the transponder system. Don't forget to make a new 24 month Altimeter system sign off to reset the clock. However, having the altimeter and xspndr on two separate 24 month schedules could set you up to over-fly one or the other inspection.... does this meet the IFR requirement.
The specs for this are in part 25... QUOTE]
Yep, where do you think the AC text came from? Verbatim from the reg.Or in AC 43-6D Appendix E
, but you need to both visually inspect the static system and have the equipment to pump down the static system (1" mercury or 1000' indication on the altimeter) and hold it there, for a minute. The specs for this are in part 25 (yes, these apply even for non-transport aircraft).
How do you get the calibration done on that test equipment?Suction cup and a horse syringe with a tiny needle.
Jim
Don't forget the piece of tape to close off the other static port (if there is one). Don't forget to remove the latter.Suction cup and a horse syringe with a tiny needle.
Jim
No calibration check needed if altimeter was checked on the bench as mentioned by OP. Only need to comply with the system proof check to the limits mentioned above, which this method works fine.How do you get the calibration done on that test equipment?
The AC simply provides a more complete answer for those who may want to learn a little more...where do you think the AC text came from?... QUOTE]
And a piece of thin-walled plastic tubing and vise-grips to complete an Acme pitot-static test kit.Suction cup and a horse syringe with a tiny needle.
What calibration? You suck the altimeter up a thousand feet and see if the bleed down exceeds that specified in the regs quoted above.How do you get the calibration done on that test equipment?