Southwest Airlines & The Boeing Company Thrust Reverser Control Fault Troubleshooting and Repair


Tuesday, April 8, 2025
to Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Record of Revisions:

2/12/25: Remove magnifying glass and screw retention tray from tool list. 

      Additional reference (TASK-F76-11-07-820-802-F00 Switch Test and Clean)

      Instructions (Thrust Reverser Control Switch Troubleshooting and Repair Event Procedures 2025)

Team members required:

One

Description:

This is a skill event involving electrical troubleshooting, cleaning, and validation of a switch within the Thrust Reverser Control System.

References:

Fluke 289 True-RMS Multimeter

Thrust Reverser System Description and Operation

Test and Clean Module Description and Operation

TASK-F76-11-07-820-802-F00 Switch Test and Clean

Tools and equipment list:

Phillips #1 screw driver (SGDP31IRB)

Phillips #2 screw driver (SGDP42IRB)

7 flat tip screw driver (SGD2B)

9’ flat tip screw driver (SGD4B)

Cannon plug pliers (ATI508KG)

Inspection mirror (GA295)

Telescoping magnetic pick up tool (UPT35)

Fluke 289 Multimeter with test leads

Protractor Kit (G76002)

Circuit breaker collars and safety tags

Flashlight

5/32 Allen Screwdriver (SGA10BR)

Switch contact test and wetting module

Instructions:

Thrust Reverser Control Switch Troubleshooting and Repair Event Procedures 2025

Scoring:

Scores will be calculated according to the standard score sheet. Additional penalties will be assessed for lost hardware, FOD, damaging simulator, failure of verbal verifications, or failure to complete documentation.

For More Information:

Matt Couture

Matt Couture

Charlie Works Regional Focal, The Boeing Company