Aircraft Service Manual
Jabiru Aircraft
Pty Ltd
JTM001-1
J120, J160, J170, J200/J400, J230/J430, J250/J450 Variants
REVISION
1
Dated: Nov 2011
Issued By: SW
Page: 59 of 233
6
Fuselage
6.1
FUSELAGE
The Fuselage is a composite monocoque (self-supporting) structure and includes both the Horizontal
Stabiliser and Vertical Fin.
All repairs must be referred to Jabiru Aircraft Pty Ltd or approved local representative.
6.2
WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS
6.2.1 DESCRIPTION
The windshield and windows are one-piece acrylic plastic panels set in sealing strips with Epoxy
Resin & Fibre Flock. The windscreen and, in some cases, windows are also secured to the fuselage
with screws/nuts.
CAUTION
In the event of a bird strike, the windshield is the only protection for the crew and therefore must
be maintained in excellent condition. Cracks up to 25 mm in length should be stop drilled; those
longer than 25 mm should NOT be repaired
– the windshield must be replaced.
6.2.2 CLEANING
Refer to Section 5.
6.2.3 WAXING
Waxing will fill in minor scratches in clear plastic and help protect the surface from further abrasion.
Use a good grade of commercial wax (NOT SILICON BASED) applied in a thin, even coat. Bring
wax to a high polish by rubbing lightly with a clean, dry flannel cloth.
CAUTION
Silicon based waxes and polish are not recommended as silicon may be absorbed into the glass
fibre laminate and affect the reparability due to impairing bonding.
6.2.4 REPAIRS
Damaged window panels and windshield may be removed and replaced if damage is substantial.
However, certain minor repairs as prescribed in the following paragraphs can be made successfully
without removing the damaged part from the aircraft.
The procedure for repairing cracks is only recommended for low stress areas. No repairs of any kind
are recommended on highly stressed or compound curved areas or where repair would be likely to
affect the pilot’s field of vision.
