Removal of the Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor
TASK 34-11-19-000-001-A
Removal of the Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor
Self explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
B. Consumable Materials
C. Work Zones and Access Panels
D. Referenced Information
3. Job Set-up
Subtask 34-11-19-860-056-A
Subtask 34-11-19-020-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
(2) Loosen the seven screws (9).
(3) Carefully remove the blanking plate (8) not to cause damage to the AOA sensor (6).
(4) Remove the screw (7).
(5) Disengage and hold the AOA sensor (6).
(6) Disconnect the connector (1).
(7) Remove the AOA sensor (6).
(8) Remove and discard the seal (3).
(10) Remove the remaining sealant from the fuselage with the SCRAPER - NON METALLIC and clean the area with Non Aqueous Cleaner-General - - (Material No.08BAA9) .
Subtask 34-11-19-020-050-B ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
(2) Loosen the seven screws (9).
(3) Carefully remove the blanking plate (8) not to cause damage to the AOA sensor (6).
(4) Remove the screw (7).
(5) Disengage and hold the AOA sensor (6).
(6) Disconnect the connector (1).
(7) Remove the AOA sensor (6).
(8) Remove and discard the seal (3).
[Rev.10 from 2021]
2026.04.01 04:01:15 UTC
Removal of the Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor
WARNING:
BEFORE YOU OPEN PHC CIRCUIT BREAKERS 2DA1(2,3), OPEN PROBE HEATER CIRCUIT-BREAKERS 1DA1(2), 3DA1(2,3), 4DA1(2,3) AND 5DA1(2,3). IF YOU DO NOT OBEY THIS SEQUENCE:
- THE PROBES WILL BECOME TOO HOT.
- THIS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT AND INJURY TO MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.
1. Reason for the JobSelf explanatory
2. Job Set-up Information
A. Fixtures, Tools, Test and Support Equipment
| REFERENCE | QTY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|
| No specific | 1 | ACCESS PLATFORM 3M (10 FT)- ADJUSTABLE |
| No specific | AR | CAP - BLANKING |
| No specific | 1 | SCRAPER - NON METALLIC |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
| (Material No.08BAA9) | Non Aqueous Cleaner-General - - |
| ZONE/ACCESS | ZONE DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 127 | REAR AVIONIC COMPARTMENT |
| 128 | REAR AVIONIC COMPARTMENT |
| 231 | FWD PASSENGER COMPARTMENT |
| 232 | FWD PASSENGER COMPARTMENT |
| REFERENCE | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|
Subtask 34-11-19-860-056-A
A. Aircraft Maintenance Configuration
(1) Remove the protective covers from the sensors and the probes (AOA, static, Pitot and TAT).
Subtask 34-11-19-865-056-A (1) Remove the protective covers from the sensors and the probes (AOA, static, Pitot and TAT).
B. Table of the circuit breakers used in this procedure:
Subtask 34-11-19-941-050-A | PANEL | DESIGNATION | FIN | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ON A/C ALL | |||
| 49VU | ENGINE/2/FADEC A/AND EIU 2 | 2KS2 | A05 |
| 49VU | ENGINE/1/FADEC A/AND EIU 1 | 2KS1 | A04 |
C. Safety Precautions
(1) In the cockpit, on overhead control and indicating panel 25VU:
(a) Make sure that the PROBE/WINDOW HEAT pushbutton switch is released (the ON legend is off).
(b) Make sure that this(these) circuit breaker(s) is(are) closed:
Subtask 34-11-19-865-050-A (1) In the cockpit, on overhead control and indicating panel 25VU:
(a) Make sure that the PROBE/WINDOW HEAT pushbutton switch is released (the ON legend is off).
(b) Make sure that this(these) circuit breaker(s) is(are) closed:
- 2KS1
- 2KS2.
D. Open, safety and tag these circuit breakers in this sequence:
Subtask 34-11-19-860-050-A | PANEL | DESIGNATION | FIN | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ON A/C ALL | |||
| FOR FIN: 3FP1 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 1) | |||
| 49VU | NAV PROBES/ADIRU1/115VAC | 4FP1 | F06 |
| 49VU | NAV PROBES/ADIRU 1/AND AOA 1/26VAC | 5FP1 | F07 |
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/3PWR/SWTG | 9FP | N09 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/1/TAT | 1DA1 | Z12 |
| 49VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/PITOT/1 | 3DA1 | D02 |
| 49VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/AOA/1 | 4DA1 | D04 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/1/STATIC | 5DA1 | Z13 |
| FOR FIN: 3FP2 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 2) | |||
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/2/115VAC | 4FP2 | N06 |
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/2/26VAC AND AOA | 5FP2 | N08 |
| ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | |||
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/2PWR/SHED | 10FP | N10 |
| ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL | |||
| 121VU | ADIRS/2PWR/SHED &/AOA2 MON | 10FP | N10 |
| ** ON A/C ALL | |||
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/2/TAT | 1DA2 | Y15 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/2/PITOT | 3DA2 | Y14 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/2/AOA | 4DA2 | Y13 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/2/STATIC | 5DA2 | Y11 |
| FOR FIN: 3FP3 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 3) | |||
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/3/115VAC | 4FP3 | N05 |
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/3/26VAC AND AOA | 5FP3 | N07 |
| 121VU | ADIRS/ADIRU/3PWR/SWTG | 9FP | N09 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/3/PITOT | 3DA3 | Z16 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/3/AOA | 4DA3 | Z15 |
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/3/STATIC | 5DA3 | Z14 |
| FOR FIN: 3FP1 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 1) | |||
| 49VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/PHC/1 | 2DA1 | D03 |
| FOR FIN: 3FP2 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 2) | |||
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/PHC/2 | 2DA2 | Y12 |
| FOR FIN: 3FP3 (SENSORANGLE OF ATTACK, 3) | |||
| 122VU | ANTI ICE/PROBES/PHC/3 | 2DA3 | Y16 |
E. Put the ACCESS PLATFORM 3M (10 FT)- ADJUSTABLE in position in zone 231 for 3FP1 (232 for 3FP2) (127 for 3FP3).
4. ProcedureSubtask 34-11-19-020-050-A ** ON A/C NOT FOR ALL
CAUTION:
DO NOT HOLD THE AOA SENSOR BY THE VANE WHEN YOU MOVE IT. IF YOU DO, YOU CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE AOA SENSOR.
A. Removal of the Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor (3FP1, 3FP2, 3FP3) NOTE: The procedure is the same for AOA sensors 3FP1, 3FP2 and 3FP3.
(1) Remove the sealant from the head of the screw (7) with the SCRAPER - NON METALLIC. (2) Loosen the seven screws (9).
(3) Carefully remove the blanking plate (8) not to cause damage to the AOA sensor (6).
(4) Remove the screw (7).
(5) Disengage and hold the AOA sensor (6).
(6) Disconnect the connector (1).
(7) Remove the AOA sensor (6).
(8) Remove and discard the seal (3).
NOTE: If the seal (3) is in a good condition (no signs of cracks or missing parts):
(9) Put the CAP - BLANKING on the disconnected electrical connectors (1) and (4). - Do not discard this seal.
- Keep this seal for a maximum of eight flight cycles.
(10) Remove the remaining sealant from the fuselage with the SCRAPER - NON METALLIC and clean the area with Non Aqueous Cleaner-General - - (Material No.08BAA9) .
CAUTION:
DO NOT HOLD THE AOA SENSOR BY THE VANE WHEN YOU MOVE IT. IF YOU DO, YOU CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE AOA SENSOR.
A. Removal of the Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor (3FP1, 3FP2, 3FP3) NOTE: The procedure is the same for AOA sensors 3FP1, 3FP2 and 3FP3.
(1) Remove the sealant from the head of the screw (7) with the SCRAPER - NON METALLIC.(2) Loosen the seven screws (9).
(3) Carefully remove the blanking plate (8) not to cause damage to the AOA sensor (6).
(4) Remove the screw (7).
(5) Disengage and hold the AOA sensor (6).
(6) Disconnect the connector (1).
(7) Remove the AOA sensor (6).
(8) Remove and discard the seal (3).
NOTE: If the seal (3) is in a good condition (no signs of cracks or missing parts):
(9) Put the CAP - BLANKING on the disconnected electrical connectors (1) and (4).- Do not discard this seal.
- Keep this seal for a maximum of eight flight cycles.
Angle of Attack (AOA) Sensor