Apache123
Line Up and Wait
Shortly after take-off the other day I went to raise the gear on my Apache. A couple of the gear-down-and-locked lights dimmed and came back on. The gear level stayed in the "up" position and never snapped back to Neutral until I manually placed it back. A quick press down all of the gear-down lights popped back on. Another attempt to raise the gear yielded identical results.
The hydraulic pump/system appeared to be fine as full flaps operation was normal (and no hesitation nor leaked hydraulic fluid on the ramp after shut-down).
My initial thoughts are squat-valve stuck open and preventing full hydraulic pressure to the gear.
Before I start throwing AMU's at general troubleshooting, does anyone have any thoughts or a similar experience?
All input is greatly appreciated!
Apache123
The hydraulic pump/system appeared to be fine as full flaps operation was normal (and no hesitation nor leaked hydraulic fluid on the ramp after shut-down).
My initial thoughts are squat-valve stuck open and preventing full hydraulic pressure to the gear.
Before I start throwing AMU's at general troubleshooting, does anyone have any thoughts or a similar experience?
All input is greatly appreciated!
Apache123