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Re: Window latches

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The FAA would call it a minor alteration and it would require an A&P to sign it off.

What I was attempting to point out was that there is a list of things the FAA allows pilots to do and sign off.

Funny the FAA does not consider preventive maintenance, "maintenance" their definition is:

"Preventive maintenance means simple or minor preservation operations and the replacement of small standard parts not involving complex assembly operations".

As I mentioned previously, please ask for the assistance of an A&P to walk you through the steps to complete the project properly.

Thanks,

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Re: Window latches

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All good discussion regarding sign-offs and 337s.

What I want to know is - what happened with the original idea of a replacement that resembles the original latch? :)
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8455 wrote: ↑Tue May 14, 2019 2:28 pmWhat I want to know is - what happened with the original idea of a replacement that resembles the original latch? :)
Univair already supplies a PMA approved replacement for the original latch; it's just obscenely expensive...
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I'd be interested in a set.

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Yep, the Univair copies are expensive...

I've PM'd the member who originated this thread.
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I am still working this. I am in the midst of a move from AZ to Louisiana but When I get settled I will continue with the project. Thanks for your understanding.

Joe
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Re: Window latches

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What about 3d printing the latches?
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I am interested. Had a fastener pop out on me in flight once, and left me clueless as to the hardware required to fasten the window to the latch.
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Hi Joe!

Thanks for your response, and good luck on the move!

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Re: Window latches

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Are these latches still available? If so, I would love a pair.

Thank you
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