When the Going Gets Tough, SEAL Aviation Creates a Solution
SEAL Aviation was called offsite to the customer's location to assist with the removal of a Citation 560 Ultra wing bolt for a Phase 14 inspection. Other maintenance companies tried to assist with the removal of this bolt and failed. The customer reached out to SEAL Aviation due to our reputation for taking on advanced tasks that other aircraft repair stations cannot accomplish. Naturally, the technicians in the SEAL Aviation Structural Team were up to taking on this difficult repair.
Once on-site, it was determined by SEAL Aviation Structural Repair Technicians that the stubborn wing attach bolts would need to be reamed with specialized tooling to be removed. This is accomplished by custom machining a fixture that can be fastened to the ribs of the airframe. Once this custom fixture is in place, the wing attach bolt could be reamed safely.
The wing attach bolt on this Citation was stubborn but after a few attempts, the bolt was free and the customer could continue with their Phase 41 inspection. SEAL Aviation once again proves that when the going gets tough, SEAL Aviation finds a solution and makes it a reality for our customers. Our 'can do' attitude combined with decades of practical experience makes SEAL Aviation the best choice for complex aircraft repairs. Our mobile capabilities allow us to bring our expert technicians and tooling to your aircraft, anywhere in the world.
SEAL Aviation is a Part 145 repair station that operates a mobile company which has the capability to provide heavy structural repairs, fuel leak repairs, and non-destructive testing for your aircraft, anywhere in the world. SEAL Aviation is an FAA, EASA, Mexico authorized repair station and SEAL Aviation NDT Techs are SNT-TC-1A, NAS410, EASA and Cessna/Citation Certified. Click the button below to visit our website and request pricing.