What is Federal Supply Class 1615?

FSC 1615 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1615) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1615?

NSC 1615 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1615 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1615 in?

FSC 1615 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1615 in?

NSC 1615is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

What is an Aircraft Components Modification Kit?

An Aircraft Components Modification Kit (MODIFICATION KIT,AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify aircraft components.

What is a Helicopter Rotor Hub?

A Helicopter Rotor Hub (HUB,ROTOR,HELICOPTER) is an item that provides mounting facilities for the rotor blades, controls and mechanisms that are components of the rotary wing or rotary rudder system.

What is a Transmission Jet Lubricator?

A Transmission Jet Lubricator (LUBRICATOR,JET,TRANSMISSION) is an item designed to direct and control a mist, spray or stream of lubricating oil (aircraft).

What is a Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Assembly?

A Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Assembly (DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY,TAIL ROTOR) is an item designed to transmit rotary motion from the engine/transmission to the tail rotor gear box. The item may include bearings, couplings, attachment hardware and the like.

What is a Helicopter Mechanical Transmission?

A Helicopter Mechanical Transmission (TRANSMISSION,MECHANICAL,HELICOPTER) is a device used on helicopters designed to increase, decrease, and/or reverse the rotation between the drive and driven shaft or shafts. It may or may not include the shifting control mechanism which changes ratios and/or direction of rotation. Excludes TRANSMISSION,CROSS-DRIVE and transmissions with controlled differentials.

What is a Rotary Rudder Blade?

A Rotary Rudder Blade (BLADE,ROTARY RUDDER) is an airfoil that is a component of a rotary rudder.

What is a Rotary Wing Blade?

A Rotary Wing Blade (BLADE,ROTARY WING) is an airfoil that is a component of a rotary wing.

What is a Rotary Rudder Head?

A Rotary Rudder Head (HEAD,ROTARY RUDDER) is a power driven manually controlled mechanism. Its function is to support, control and transmit motion to the rotary rudder blades.

What is a Rotary Wing Head?

A Rotary Wing Head (HEAD,ROTARY WING) is a power dirven manually or automatically controlled mechanism. Its function is to support, control and transmit motion to the rotary wing blades.

What is a Controllable Swashplate?

A Controllable Swashplate (SWASHPLATE,CONTROLLABLE) is an item designed for mounting on a shaft and having controllable universal action with respect to the shaft. It is used for receiving and transferring camlike action parallel to the shaft.

Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 1615

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1615

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 16 Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 16 Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components
Codified by United Kingdom

16	15	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 1615 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 16, which is dedicated to Aerospace Craft Components And Accessories.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 1615 focuses on Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms, and Components. This class includes various components and accessories related to the rotor blades and drive mechanisms of helicopters.

Some examples of items that fall under this classification include rotor blades, rotor hubs, rotor head assemblies, rotor drive shafts, rotor pitch control mechanisms, and other related components.

These components are crucial for the proper functioning and operation of helicopter rotor systems. They play a vital role in generating lift and controlling the movement of the helicopter.

The NATO Supply Class 1615 ensures that there is a standardized classification system for these specific components and accessories, making it easier for NATO member countries to identify, procure, and maintain the necessary equipment for their helicopter fleets.

It is important to note that this classification is specific to NATO member countries and is used for military purposes. It helps facilitate logistics and supply chain management within the NATO framework.

FSC 1615 Helicopter Rotor Blades, Drive Mechanisms and Components - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Helicopter dynamic components and specially designed parts that transmit power from the aircraft power plant to the rotary wing and rotary rudder. Also included in this class are Rotors; Blades; Rotor Blade, Trim, Tabs; Blade Sets; Yokes; Clutches and Transmissions.

Excludes Propellers (FSC 1610); Rotor Brake Systems Components (FSC 1630); Rotor Blade Hydraulic Folding System Components (FSC 1650); Hydraulic Servo System Components (FSC 1650).

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1615

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1615

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