T45C TS, ADV & IUT ENG-16
Egress System Malfunctions
PRESENTATION
I.
Canopy unlocked
A. Indications
1. CANOPY caution light illuminates
Fig 1: Caution
Advisory Panel
2. Canopy control lever may not engage safety catch
Fig 2: Canopy
3. UNLOCKED decal not fully covered by safety catch
Control Lever
4. Canopy not closed completely
5. When securing aircraft, canopy external handle not in horizontal
position
6. Throttle position 95% or above
a. MASTER ALERT flashes
b. Caution tone sounds
7. No cabin pressurization, above 5000 ft
8. Noise from improper canopy seal
B. Verifications
1. On the ground, upward pressure on grab handle moves canopy
Fig 3: Canopy
Controls
2. Open surfaces or FOD between canopy seals and rails
3. Check for cabin altimeter to read same as barometric altimeter
above 5000 ft MSL
C. Effects on flight safety
1. On the ground, canopy cannot be secured--aircraft down
2. No cabin pressurization, restricting altitude capabilities
3. Loss of or damage to canopy and aircraft
4. Possible ejection malfunction
WARNING: Ejection with canopy in any position other than
fully closed and locked is not recommended. Serious bodily
injury and seat malfunction may occur.
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