Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components from Canada (CA)

Question 1

What is Federal Supply Class 1680?

Accepted Answer

FSC 1680 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1680) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components.

Question 2

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1680?

Accepted Answer

NSC 1680 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1680 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components.

Question 3

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1680 in?

Accepted Answer

FSC 1680 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

Question 4

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1680 in?

Accepted Answer

NSC 1680is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

Question 5

What is an Indicator Panel?

Accepted Answer

An Indicator Panel (PANEL,INDICATOR) is a panel designed for indicating purposes only. It does not distribute power nor control the equipment with which it is used. See also PANEL, POWER DISTRIBUTION; SWITCHBOARD, POWER and INDICATOR ASSEMBLY.

Question 6

What is a Windshield Wiper Blade?

Accepted Answer

A Windshield Wiper Blade (BLADE,WINDSHIELD WIPER) is a part usually in the form of a squeegee attached to the ARM, WINDSHIELD WIPER for wiping a transparent surface.

Question 7

What is a Push-Pull Control Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Push-Pull Control Assembly (CONTROL ASSEMBLY,PUSH-PULL) is a control consisting of a wire, wire rope, or a center load rail with ball bearings, within a flexible conduit. One end must have a threaded sleeve for mounting to a wall, bulkhead, or handle, or clevis. It is used to operate or control, either manually or mechanically a mechanical device. It may include such attaching devices as nut(s), washer(s), clevis, bracket(s), and/or the like. For items designed to transmit rotary motion, see SHAFT ASSEMBLY, FLEXIBLE.

Question 8

What is a Linear Electro-Mechanical Actuator?

Accepted Answer

A Linear Electro-Mechanical Actuator (ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,LINEAR) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of linear (straight line) mechanical movement. Comprised of an electrical motor(s), gear box(es), screwjacks, limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.

Question 9

What is a Rotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator?

Accepted Answer

A Rotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator (ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,ROTARY) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of torque (rotational mechanical movement). Comprised of an electric motor(s), gear box(es), limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.

Question 10

What is a Door Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Door Handle (HANDLE,DOOR) is a device designed to actuate the mechanism of a door latch, either by a turning or pulling of the handle, or by operation of a PUSH BUTTON or trigger, and it may be with or without an escutcheon plate. Exludes items having an integral latch. See also DOORKNOB.

Question 11

What is a Control Pedal?

Accepted Answer

A Control Pedal (PEDAL,CONTROL) is an item designed for attachment to a control lever, rod, shaft or the like to facilitate foot movement of the control device. Excludes pedals with integral or attached shafts or arms&#59; PAD, PEDAL&#59; PEDAL, BICYCLE&#59; PEDAL, BASS DRUM&#59; and PEDAL, SOCK, HIGH HAT CYMBAL.

Question 12

What is an Aircraft Mounted Winch?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Mounted Winch (WINCH,AIRCRAFT MOUNTED) is a powered unit with minimal handling designed to locate cargo and extricate downed personnel. It is located within a particular place of the main cargo area or in the cabin fuselage of a rescue aircraft. Excludes WINCH, DRUM, POWER OPERATED and WINCH, DRUM, VEHICLE MOUNTING.

Question 13

What is an Inertia Lock Shoulder Harness Reel?

Accepted Answer

An Inertia Lock Shoulder Harness Reel (REEL,SHOULDER HARNESS,INERTIA LOCK) is a rotary device designed to be installed in an aircraft to automatically control the extension and retraction of a shoulder harness attachment cable or webbing. It incorporates an inertia locking mechanism that restrains the forward movement of flight personnel in the event of abrupt deceleration of the aircraft. It may include the attachment cable or webbing and the manually or electrically operated controls.

Question 14

What is an Aircraft Controller Grip Assembly?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Controller Grip Assembly (GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTROLLER,AIRCRAFT) is a hand grip, usually of pistol grip design, made of rubber, plastic or other material and designed to be mounted on an aircraft control stick to provide a formed gripping surface. It incorporates electrical controls, such as resistor(s) and/or switches for remotely actuating associated equipment, such as servos, armament, trim tabs, and the like. Excludes SWITCH, TRIGGER and other multiapplication switches.

Question 15

What is a Flexible Shaft Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Flexible Shaft Assembly (SHAFT ASSEMBLY,FLEXIBLE) is an item consisting of a casing with fittings and attachments on each end and a spirally wound wire core with formed end(s) and/or crimped on end fittings. It is designed to transmit rotary motion around bends from a motor or other power source to drive various types of equipment, such as tachometers, speedometers, remote controls, instruments, and the like, which are located at an angle and/or distance from the power source. See also CONTROL ASSEMBLY, PUSH-PULL.

Question 16

What is an Aircraft Ejection Seat?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Ejection Seat (SEAT,AIRCRAFT EJECTION) is a seat designed to be ejected through an aircraft canopy or hatch opening, by means of some form of an explosive.

Question 17

What is a Webbing Strap?

Accepted Answer

A Webbing Strap (STRAP,WEBBING) is a narrow strip of webbing cut to a definite length, having one or both ends processed. It is usually designed for, and may have, one or more attachments or fasteners, such as BUCKLE; LOOP, STRAP FASTENER; strap end clip; RING, DEE; Hook; and the like. Excludes STRAP, BERTH, MATTRESS RETAINING; STRAP, CHIN; safety straps; and WEBBING, TEXTILE. Do not use if a more specific item name applies.

Question 18

What is an Individual Survival Kit?

Accepted Answer

An Individual Survival Kit (SURVIVAL KIT,INDIVIDUAL) is a group of emergency items, such as a compass, first aid kit, matches, food packet, certain hand tools, and utensils for use by persons stranded in isolated areas. It is usually contained in a bag, case or the like.

Question 19

What is a Remote Control Lever?

Accepted Answer

A Remote Control Lever (LEVER,REMOTE CONTROL) is a rigid item usually in the form of an arm of various shapes and cross sections, containing two or more holes so spaced that one serves as a pivot with or without hubs and must have a definite means for securing to a shaft (such as threaded hole for set-screw, keyway(s), splines, serrations or some clamping device). The other hole(s) connect(s) to CONNECTING LINK, RIGID; WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG; or CLEVIS, ROD END; to provide transmission of movement to other parts of the mechanism. See also BELL CRANK. For manually operated items see LEVER, MANUAL CONTROL.

Question 20

What is a Bell Crank?

Accepted Answer

A Bell Crank is an item in the form of two arms at an angle, having its fulcrum at the apex of the angle, and used to provide a means of changing the direction or varying the intensity of a pushing or pulling force. See also ARM (as modified); and LEVER (as modified).

Question 21

What is a Reaction Cylinder Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Reaction Cylinder Assembly (CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,REACTION) is a spring loaded and/or gas filled mechanism designed to exert an opposite force which will be used to absorb, dampen, and/or neutralize applied force. Excludes SHOCK ABSORBER, DIRECT ACTION; and SHOCK ABSORBER, LEVER ACTION.

Question 22

What is an Aircraft Seat Cushion?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Seat Cushion (CUSHION,SEAT,AIRCRAFT) is a molded foam rubber, one-piece, fabric-covered seating accommodation designed to upholster the bottom frame of an aircraft seat. It may include slide or snap-type fasteners for installation, seat cover removal, closure of inspection data pocket, and the like. Excludes CUSHION ASSEMBLY, SEAT AND BACK, AIRCRAFT; CUSHION, SEAT, PARACHUTE HARNESS; CUSHION, SEAT, AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL; and CUSHION, SEAT-SURVIVAL KIT, AIRCRAFT.

Question 23

What is an Aircraft Seat Back Cushion?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Seat Back Cushion (CUSHION,SEAT BACK,AIRCRAFT) is a molded foam rubber, one-piece, fabric-covered seating accommodation designed to upholster the back frame of an aircraft seat. It may include slide or snap-type fasteners for installation, seat cover removal, closure of inspection data pocket, and the like. Excludes CUSHION ASSEMBLY, SEAT AND BACK, AIRCRAFT; CUSHION, SEAT, AIRCRAFT; CUSHION, SEAT-SURVIVAL KIT, AIRCRAFT; and CUSHION, SEAT, AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL.

Question 24

What is an Aircraft Seat Survival Kit?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Seat Survival Kit (SURVIVAL KIT,AIRCRAFT SEAT) is a group of emergency items in a pack or rigid container forming part of an aircraft seat. It includes a life raft and other survival items as required. It may be provided with oxygen bottles, regulator and associated equipment. See SURVIVAL KIT CONTAINER, AIRCRAFT SEAT.

Question 25

What is an Aircraft Seat Cushion Cover?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Seat Cushion Cover (COVER,SEAT CUSHION,AIRCRAFT) is a form fitting cover for an aircraft seat cushion or seat back designed to protect against wear, weather, or the like.

Question 26

What is an Aircraft Safety Belt?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Safety Belt (BELT,AIRCRAFT SAFETY) is a band of flexible material designed as a safety measure to secure a person to a seat, or in a desired position, in an aircraft.

Question 27

What is an Electrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel?

Accepted Answer

An Electrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel (PANEL,CONTROL,ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) is a panel, upon which are mounted such items as indicator lights, meters, relays, switches and the like, which is specifically designed for the purpose of controlling the operation of electrical and electronic equipment. See also PANEL, TEST, ELECTRICAL.

Question 28

What is an Aircraft Components Modification Kit?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 29

What is a Control Cable Assembly?

Accepted Answer

A Control Cable Assembly (CABLE ASSEMBLY,CONTROL) is an assembly of wire cables fitted to runners, guides, levers and the like to remotely operate controls.

Question 30

What is an Aircraft Torque Tube Assembly?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Torque Tube Assembly (TORQUE TUBE ASSEMBLY,AIRCRAFT) is transfers twisting&#47;turning motion from one point to another.  May include arm assemblies, tubing and various hardware items.

Question 31

What is an Aircraft Seat Frame Section?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Seat Frame Section (FRAME SECTION,SEAT,AIRCRAFT) is a prefabricated item of various sizes and shapes designed to be joined with other sections of frame work. This will form the basic structure of a frame for a SEAT, AIRCRAFT.

Question 32

What is an Aircraft Accessory Rail?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Accessory Rail (RAIL,ACCESSORY,AIRCRAFT) is a metallic item designed to guide and to secure aircraft accessories such as aircraft furniture, litter attaching supports and the like. For item which are integral parts of the basic structural airframe, see RAIL, AIRFRAME, AIRCRAFT.

Question 33

What is an Aircraft Door Uplock Assembly?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Door Uplock Assembly (UPLOCK ASSEMBLY,DOOR,AIRCRAFT) is a device designed to secure an entrance barrier in an up and locked position for flight or ground use.

Question 34

What is an Aircraft Control Tube Assembly?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Control Tube Assembly (CONTROL TUBE ASSEMBLY,AIRCRAFT) is an item which transfers torque and&#47;or push&#47;pull force from one point to another.  May include arm assemblies, tubing and various hardware items.

Question 35

What is an Aircraft Cabin Insulation Blanket?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Cabin Insulation Blanket (INSULATION BLANKET,CABIN,AIRCRAFT) is a flexible item composed of one or more kinds of fibers prefabricated into various shapes and sizes. It may have a vapor barrier and is covered on one or both sides with a jacket material such as vinyl or other sheet material. It may have mounting provisions such as holes or snaps to facilitate installation. It is designed to cover cargo compartments and the like to prevent the transfer of heat and/or sound. Excludes insulation material supplied in flat sheets or rolls used in construction and building materials. Excludes INSULATION BLANKET,THERMAL.

Question 36

What is a Lever Control Handle?

Accepted Answer

A Lever Control Handle (HANDLE,LEVER CONTROL) is a hand grip, made of rubber, plastic, or other material, and designed to be mounted on a LEVER, CONTROL to provide a formed gripping shape.

Question 37

What is a Control Lever?

Accepted Answer

A Control Lever (LEVER,CONTROL) is a rigid item specifically designed to actuate a CONTROL ASSEMBLY, QUADRANT.

Question 38

What is an Aircraft Mechanical Actuator?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Mechanical Actuator (ACTUATOR,MECHANICAL,AIRCRAFT) is a device designed to convert energy, from an external source, to a controlled mechanical force, in the form of either linear (straight line) or rotational movement.  Excludes HYDRAULIC and PNEUMATIC CYLINDERS, ACTUATOR, ELECTRICAL-MECHANICAL and SCREWJACK.

Question 39

What is an Aircraft Control Panel?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Control Panel (CONTROL PANEL,AIRCRAFT) is an enclosure which includes mounts and protects such items as switches, contactors, relays, connectors, printed cards, and the like. It gathers controls and signalization functions such as fuel pumps, hydraulic ancillaries, navigation and armament systems, electronic countermeasures, and the like. It is located outside and under the aircraft and thus facilitates the acces when the aircraft is on the ground.

Question 40

What is a Helicopter Hoisting Personnel Safety Harness?

Accepted Answer

A Helicopter Hoisting Personnel Safety Harness (HARNESS,SAFETY,PERSONNEL,HOISTING,HELICOPTER) is an adjustable arrangement of straps and hardware attached to a reinforced canvas frame, designed for use by personnel engaged in hoisting from helicopter in flight. It protects the wearer from falling out from the aircraft. It may be equipped with a LIFEBOAT, INFLATABLE. Excludes HARNESS, PERSONNEL, CARGO HANDLING and HARNESS SET, AIRCRAFT SAFETY.

Question 41

What is an Aircraft Interior Lining Panel?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Interior Lining Panel (PANEL,INTERIOR LINING,AIRCRAFT) is a preformed metallic/nonmetallic item specifically designed for mounting on the inside of the fuselage of an aircraft. It is of a special size, shape, and thickness to conform to the contour of the aircraft. It conceals cavities, controls, tubing, wiring and the like, as well as provides a sound barrier. Pockets, trays or shelves may be included. Excludes: PANEL, STRUCTURAL, AIRCRAFT.

Question 42

What is an Aircraft Control Stick?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Control Stick (CONTROL STICK,AIRCRAFT) is a lever used for maintaining control of an aircraft about its pitch and roll axis. Excludes operation of trim tabs or the like. It is distinguished from a CONTROL COLUMN in that its side to side movement controls the aircraft about its roll axis.

Question 43

What is an Aircraft Fault-Function Indicator Panel?

Accepted Answer

An Aircraft Fault-Function Indicator Panel (PANEL,FAULT-FUNCTION INDICATOR,AIRCRAFT) is an item located within an aircraft specifically designed to indicate, by means of lights, the components in which a malfunction has occurred. This item does not make quantitative or qualitative tests as provided by test sets.

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components - Canada (CA)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 1680

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1680

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

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

Items Managed by Canada (CA) - NCB is 20 or 21

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NSN Format for Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components
Codified by Canada

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1680

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1680

Stock Items From Supply Class 1680 Page 19 of 21