AIRCRAFT JACKING

PRECAUTIONS
1. Refer A/C manual before jacking up the A/C to know the correct method/procedu
re,
sequence of operation and requirement of equipments.
2. Ensure the lifting capacity of the jack and the jacks are fully serviceable.
3. If necessary fit the jack pads on the A/C structure.
4. Avoid A/C jacking up operation in open area.
5. Find out the weather status from the ATC/MET department.
6. Select the hard & level ground.
7. If required keep trestles ready for use. Do not jack up the A/C before ensuri
ng that the
C.G and Gross weight are within safety limits.
8. Do not attempt to jack up the A/c by the main gear shock strut.
9. Ensure that the nose landing gear upper & lower torque links are connected pr
ior to
jacking.
10. Maintain the communication between the crews.
11. Ensure all ground support units are clear of the A/C.
12. Place caution boards/sign boards on the ground near the nose, wing tip and t
ail of the
A/C.
13. Keep safety lines around the A/C.
PRECAUTIONS WHILE JACKING:
Extensive aircraft damage and serious personal injury have resulted from careless
or improper
jacking procedures
Jack should be inspected before use to determine the specific lifting capacity, p
roper
functioning of safety locks, condition of pins and general serviceability.
Before raising an aircraft on jack all work stands and other equipment should be
removed from
under and near the aircraft
No one should remain in the aircraft while it is being raised or lowered unless m
aintenance
manual procedures require such practice for observing levelling instruments in t
he aircraft.
The aircraft to be jacked must be located in a level position well protected from
the wind.
The manufacturers maintenance instruction for the aircraft being jacked should be
consulted
for the location of the location of the jacking points.
These jacking points are usually located in relation to the aircraft centre of gr
avity so the
aircraft will be well balanced on the jacks. However there are some exceptions t
o this.
On some aircraft it may be necessary to add weight to the nose or tail of the air
craft to achieve
a safe balance.
Sand bags usually used for this purpose.
Caution should be observed since on many jacks the piston can be raised beyond th
e safety
point: therefore, never raise an aircraft any higher than is necessary to accomp
lish the job.
Procedure of Jacking an Aircraft:
The jacking procedures vary for each aircraft type and its configuration. The pr
ocedures are as
follows: Jacking procedures on land do not require tie-downs, except in high-win
d conditions.
Check Manufacturers Instructions Manual for jacking restrictions, warnings, and ca

utions.
Obtain the support equipment required by the MIM, ensuring all preoperational ins
pections
have been complete.