Trace the TKS protection system

TM-031 | Caravan TKS Anti-Ice Maintenance & Troubleshooting

TKS supply

Shared tank and metering pumps

Distribution

Filters, proportioners and porous panels

Fault evidence

Pressure, measured flow and panel wetting
Understand Caravan TKS fluid architecture for cargo-pod and fairing installations. Includes a 30-page handbook, interactive system explorer, filter and flow measurement benches, 12 diagnostic cases and a 40-question final.

What's included?

  • 10 focused lessons
  • Completion certificate
  • 40-question final
  • 12 guided fault cases
  • 30-page handbook

Understand the connected system

Trace fluid from the tank through metering pumps, filters and calibrated distribution to porous panels and the propeller. Connect the separate windshield circuit, electrical backup and indication paths to their purpose. Distinguish cargo-pod and fairing installations.

Practise defensible fault isolation

Use six system predictions, two measurement benches, 12 diagnostic cases and an independent review. Complete the lab and pass the 40-question final at 80% to earn a completion certificate. Study examples reference Cessna D2078-42-13 Rev 42 (June 2024), ATA 30. Use current aircraft-effective maintenance instructions for practical work.