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Energy Storage Device Hot Swap

Energy Storage Device Hot Swap

Andi Lamprecht Andi Lamprecht ·· 2 min read· Draft

The Energy Storage Device Hot Swap normal procedure shall be used in high order volume situations. The energy storage device hot swap allows the aircraft systems to stay online which reduces the turnaround time between flights.

This procedure is to be performed after the Post-flight inspection has been conducted, should swapping of the energy storage devices be required for a subsequent flight.

  1. Discharged Energy Storage Device (Right): Unplug the discharged energy storage device located on the starboard (right) side of the aircraft. Then remove the battery from the tray.

  2. Charged Energy Storage Device (Right): The energy storage device to be used shall be inspected for swelling or leaking fluid, the plate/velcro is properly secured to the pack, and the connectors and cables are in proper condition. Once done, the energy storage device shall be loaded onto the aircraft.

  3. Charged Energy Storage Device (Right): Plug in the energy storage device. Ensure the cables are clear of the propeller path and the balance leads are wrapped.

  4. Discharged Energy Storage Device (Left): Unplug the discharged energy storage device located on the aft (left) side of the aircraft. Then remove the battery from the tray.

  5. Charged Energy Storage Device (Left): The energy storage device to be used shall be inspected for swelling or leaking fluid, the plate/velcro is properly secured to the pack, and the connectors and cables are in proper condition. Once done, the energy storage device shall be loaded onto the aircraft.

  6. Charged Energy Storage Device (Left): Plug in the energy storage device. Ensure the cables are clear of the propeller path and the balance leads are wrapped.

  7. Energy Storage Device Voltage (AMC): Inspect in AMC GCS that the energy storage device voltage is greater than 49.5V.

  8. Reboot Vehicle (AMC): Perform the Soft Reboot procedure as per Section 3.3.4.

  9. Aircraft Starting: Continue to the Aircraft Starting procedure.

NOTE: The Energy Storage Device Hot Swap procedure shall only be performed when using the same energy pack configuration. Hot swapping between different energy pack configurations is not permitted.
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