CN235-220M aircraft has been in operation since 1999 and such programs have never been implemented. The rewiring requirements are based on defect recorded caused by aging factors on wiring after the aircraft reaches 20 years in service.
Hence, the RMAF finds that this program must be implemented to ensure that the aircraft's electrical system is always reliable and indirectly can reduce the rectification downtime. This rewiring program is implemented on seven (7) aircraft by phases. It is will covers on engine, fuel, electrical and avionic aircraft systems.
The First Phase was implemented for the M44-05 aircraft which began on 22nd Oct 18 and was fully completed on 24th March 19. The rewiring programme costing is RM2.2 Million/ea aircraft. The first phase was conducted by PTDI team and On Job Training (OJT) by technicians from No 1 Squadron.
Meanwhile, the Second Phase rewiring program will be implemented on M44-03. The rewiring process will be performed by technicians of the No 1 Squadron and monitored by PTDI team expertise. While, the Third Phase rewiring program is fully implemented by technicians of the No 1 Squadron for the remainder of the five (5) aircraft.
In addition, the implement of rewiring by phases can minimize the cost of administrative and labor. It is because in the Third Phase only involves costs of material and will be fully implemented by RMAF.
This method approach is intended to enable transfer of knowledge to RMAF technicians and ultimately the skills can be enhanced by raise train and sustain. RMAF has always looked positively on this effort as it adds value such as raising the skill level of RMAF technicians and eventually benefit the RMAF in particular.
(RMAF)