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How To Spot Oil Leaks In Your Aircraft_

Small aircraft and aircraft with piston engines tend<br>to face oil leaks. If left unchecked, these leaks can<br>result in major damage to the structure of the plane.<br>To detect oil leaks in your aircraft, you can use a<br>UV flashlight or a UV dye kit. Both of these can be<br>easily purchased from a company that provides<br>aircraft inspection services.<br>

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How To Spot Oil Leaks In Your Aircraft_

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  1. HOW TO SPOT OIL LEAKS IN YOUR AIRCRAFT?

  2. Small aircraft and aircraft with piston engines tend to face oil leaks. If left unchecked, these leaks can result in major damage to the structure of the plane. To detect oil leaks in your aircraft, you can use a UV flashlight or a UV dye kit. Both of these can be easily purchased from a company that provides aircraft inspection services. Introduction

  3. Oils are used in an aircraft engines to perform the following critical functions: • Protect it from corrosion and too much heat • Lubricate the components and propellers • Reduce noise • Maintain the engine and keep the other components clean Check For Oil Leaks

  4. Oil leaks are not easily visible, especially in certain lighting conditions. However, oil consists of a UV dye that glows under a UV flashlight. This makes it easy to detect the source of the leak without removing the engine, dropping the transmission, or doing any time-consuming task. UV Flashlight

  5. UV dye kits are cheap and commonly available. They also come with a pen UV light and yellow-tinted protective glasses. With these kits, all you have to do is add the dye to the engine oil to make it glow brighter. After this follow the same steps as mentioned above. UV Dye Kits

  6. If the leaked oil has a dark brown or black color, it usually means that it came from the engine. And if the oil leak has a golden brown color, it is most likely a mess or spillage. Oil Leaks Are Dangerous

  7. It is essential to check and regularly change the oil on your aircraft engine. Since issues such as oil leaks can be prevented by routine inspections, quality control, or troubleshooting procedures. Conclusion

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