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This edition of AC-43.13 1B/2B. Includes Parts 1B & 2B with the latest changes for each and with corrections of dozens of numbering and pagination errors overlooked in other publisher's editions.

The "bible" for A&Ps, IAs, aircraft owners, and homebuilders; this FAA Advisory Circular outlines the standards for acceptable methods, techniques, and practices for the inspection, repair and alteration of non-pressurized areas of civil aircraft with a gross weight of 12,500 lbs or less. Includes both Part 1B and Part 2B.

This edition of AC-43.13 produced by Aircraft Technical Book Company is an exact page-by-page reproduction of the FAA Advisory Circular just as offered by several other publishers, but with the following exceptions:

  • ...It cost less.
  • ...Its heavy duty coated cover better resists dirt, damage, and normal wear.
  • ...It corrects dozens of figure numbering and pagination errors.
   
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Wood Structure
  • Section 1. Materials and Practices
  • Section 2. Health and Safety
  • Section 3. Inspection
  • Section 4. Repairs
  • Section 5. Finishing Wood Structures
Chapter 2: Fabric Covering
  • Section 1. Practices and Precautions
  • Section 2. Application of Dope
  • Section 3. Inspection and Testing
  • Section 4. Repairs to Fabric Covering
Chapter 3. Fiberglass and Plastics
  • Section 1. Repair of Light Load Laminate Structures
  • Section 2. Metallic Sandwich Secondary Structure Repairs
  • Section 3. Transparent Plastics
  • Section 4. Windshields, Enclosures and Windows
Chapter 4. Metal Structure, Welding and Brazing
  • Section 1. Identification of Metals
  • Section 2. Testing of Metals
  • Section 3. Precautionary Methods
  • Section 4. Metal Repair Procedures
  • Section 5. Welding and Brazing
  • Section 6. Welding and Brazing Safety
Chapter 5. Nondestructive Inspection (NDI)
  • Section 1. General
  • Section 2. Visual Inspection
  • Section 3. Eddy Current Inspection
  • Section 4. Magnetic Particle Inspection
  • Section 5. Penetrant Inspection
  • Section 6. Radiography (X-Ray Inspection
  • Section 7. Ultrasonic Inspection
  • Section 8. Tap Testing
  • Section 9. Acoustic-Emission
  • Section 10. Thermography
  • Section 11. Holography
  • Section 12. Shearography
Chapter 6. Corrosion, Inspection & Protection
  • Section 1. General
  • Section 2. Types of Corrosion
  • Section 3. Corrosion Protection Measures for Basic Materials
  • Section 4. Corrosion Preventative Maintenance
  • Section 5. Visual Corrosion Inspection Guide for Aircraft
  • Section 6. Corrosion Removal Procedures
  • Section 7. Basic Corrosion Removal Techniques
  • Section 8. Aluminum and aluminum Alloys
  • Section 9. Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys
  • Section 10. Ferrous Metals
  • Section 11. Other Metals and Alloys
  • Section 12. Plated Parts
  • Section 13. Corrosion Proofing of Land Planes Converted to Sea Planes
  • Section 14. Handling and Care of Aircraft Recovered from Water Immersion
Chapter 7. Aircraft Hardware, Control Cables, and Turnbuckles
  • Section 1: Rivets
  • Section 2. Screws
  • Section 3. Bolts
  • Section 4. Nuts
  • Section 5. Washers
  • Section 6. Pins
  • Section 7. Safetying
  • Section 8. Repair of Control Cables and Turnbuckles
  • Section 9. Turnbuckles
  • Section 10. Safety Methods for Turnbuckles
  • Section 11. Hardware Identification Tables
Chapter 8. Engines, Fuel, Exhaust, and Propellers
  • Section 1. Engines
  • Section 2. Fuel Systems
  • Section 3. Exhaust Systems
  • Section 4. Repair of Metal Propellers
  • Section 5. Inspection of Propellers
  • Section 6. Propeller Tracking and Vibration
Chapter 9. Aircraft Systems and Components
  • Section 1. Inspection and Maintenance of Landing Gear
  • Section 2. Hydraulic Systems
  • Section 3. Emergency Equipment
  • Section 4. Cabin Interior
Chapter 10. Weight and Balance
  • Section 1. Terminology
  • Section 2. Weighing Procedures
Chapter 11. Aircraft Electrical Systems
  • Section 1. Inspection and Care of Electrical Systems
  • Section 2. Storage Batteries
  • Section 3. Inspection of Equipment Installation
  • Section 4. Inspection of Circuit-Protection Devices
  • Section 5. Electrical Wire Rating
  • Section 6. Aircraft Electrical Wire Selection
  • Section 7. Table of Acceptable Wires
  • Section 8. Wiring installation Inspection Requirements
  • Section 9. Environmental Protection and Inspection
  • Section 10. Service Loop Harnesses (Plastic Tie Strips)
  • Section 11. Clamping
  • Section 12. Wire Insulation and Lacing String Tie
  • Section 13. Splicing
  • Section 14. Terminal Repairs
  • Section 15. Grounding and Bonding
  • Section 16. Wire Marking
  • Section 17. Connectors
  • Section 18. Conduits
  • Section 19. Protection of Unused Connectors
  • Section 20. Electrical and Electronic Symbols
Chapter 12. Aircraft Avionics Systems
  • Section 1. Avionics Equipment Maintenance
  • Section 2. Ground Operational Checks for Avionics (electrical)
  • Section 3. Ground Operational Checks for Avionics (non Electrical)
  • Section 4. Avionics Test Equipment

Specifications

  • Publishers: Aircraft Technical Book Co. & FAA
  • ISBN-13: 9780977489695
  • Copyright Date: 2009
  • Edition: 1B/2B Change 1
  • Other Identifiers: AC 43.13-1B / AC 43.13-2B
  • Pages: 834
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Dimensions: 11.0" x 8.5"
  • Book Weight: 4.1lbs
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Q&A

Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

Q: What is the latest revision date of FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13-1B-2B?

This book is a 2009 copyright, and has not been updated since then. This is the current edition.

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