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Comprehensive Blade Repair

ISO AS9110 Certified

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Helicopter Rotor Blade Repair

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Pre-shop Analysis

A pre-shop analysis is performed as the first step in the repair process. The objective is to assess the condition of the blade and determine if value can be added to the blade by the AvTask process. Blades are tracked in our automated asset tracking system from the time they are received until they are shipped back to the customer. see more...

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Paint Removal

After pre-shop analysis, blades are moved to our paint stripping booth. Paint is removed using plastic media (often referred to as Nano). The process is controlled and closely monitored with the objective of removing the paint without damaging the surface of the blade. see more...

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Water Removal

What sets us apart from other Blade repair facilities is our patented Water removal process. All CH-47 blades in the field have absorbed water over time. AvTask has engineered equipment and developed a Patented process to non-intrusively remove the water from the rotor blades. This process has been approved by the US Army and OEM to repair thousands of CH-47 Blades for over 20 yr. see more...

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NDT & Infrared Inspection

All Blades are inspected using multiply types of Technology, Infrared and Light Imaging inspections are used to identify water entrapment, Coin Tapping and Ultrasound testing methods are used to identify delamination’s and other laminate defects and X-ray to identify Laminate distortion, embedded FOD and other hidden defects. Weight and weight prediction software are used to track the water removal process and estimate if a blade will be too heavy after repair. see more...

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Damage Repair

Blade repairs are made in accordance with TM 55-1520-240-23 repair manual. All repair work is accomplished by highly trained employees who have been certified to perform the specific tasks required. In addition to the normal AVUM/AVIM aft-body repairs, AvTask has been approved to replace root-end socket liners, replace trim tabs, and replace root-end pads. All work is closely monitored and controlled. Innovative tooling has been developed by AvTask to improve product quality see more...

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Blade Sealing

Water penetrates the blade through micro-cracks in the blade skin. After the water is removed and repairs are made to the damaged areas, the blades are sealed using the AvTask Blade Sealing Table. The table’s unique design heats the upper surface and chills the lower surface to improve sealant penetration. Sealing the blade will eliminate/mitigate future water contamination. see more...

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Blade Painting

AvTask facility is equipped with, a large modern down-draft paint booth that is focused on aerospace materials and requirements. see more...

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Blade Weight & Balance

Weight is a Very import part of the integrity and life span of a Blade. AvTask weights each blade multiply times throughout the repair process to ensure a weight efficient repair. The final step in the AvTask repair process is to static balance the blade. Using the Avion Universal Static Balance Fixture, the span moment of the blade is returned to the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s specification for span moment. see more...

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Engineering Solutions

AvTask and its subsidiary Avion Mfg. have developed proprietary tools used for helicopter maintenance. Both companies were established and have grown based upon the results of our customer satisfaction and continual improvement. Our focus has been to provide Quality, Timely and Cost-effective solutions to the Aerospace industry. see more...

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Avion Rotor Blade Balancers

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Universal Compatibility

The Universal Static Balance Fixture (USBF) is capable of balancing Forty-Five (45) different helicopter type main rotor blades. While The Virtual Master Blade (VMB) is capable of balancing twenty-five (25) different helicopter type tail rotor blades. Adding new helicopter types is also available upon request! see more...

Smart Features

Precision calibrated loadcells, proven Avion balancing software, internal thermal printer, high-speed components, and touch screen monitor all come standard with Avion Balancers. see more...

One-year Warranty

Buy with ease of mind knowing that all parts and labor are covered. Upon request each fixture is delivered by a qualified Avion technician. After simple assembly They are ready-to-use, including a handy lift that allows blade loading, balancing, and unloading by one person. see more...

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Countries Served

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Blade Repairs

500 +

Balancers Sold

100 %

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