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      How to get a trapped object out of a wing

      Users could face the issue where loose objects get trapped inside a wing (i.e. capacitors or screws). This article explains how to get them out.

      Sometimes during a harsh landing or a similar incident, some parts of WingtraOne could get loose, and even fall inside the wing. If a customer faces such an issue, they should get the trapped object out of the wing, find out where it fell from and explore possible fixes to prevent further incidents.

      In general, there are four ways to reach inside the wing and get the object out:

      • Remove the drivetrains

      The first step is to remove the drivetrains. In this manual, you can find detailed instructions about how to do this. After you remove the drivetrains, you will notice the wire openings. This is the best way to find the trapped object, because you can inspect the drivetrains and get easy access to remove the part at the same time.

      • Explore the hole between the wing and the flaps

      If you tilt the flap, you will notice a hole on the bottom of the wing. Through this hole, you can see the GPS receiver, and despite the small size of the hole, you can try to get the trapped object out of the wing through it. Make sure that you check the holes in both wings.

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      • Explore the holes between the electronics bay and the wings

      If you remove the electronics bay cover you will notice the holes between the bay and each wing. Despite the fact that there are a lot of wires, you can use this passageway to get the trapped object out.

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      • Remove the pitot tube

      The last way to reach inside the wing is to remove the pitot tube. For instructions on how to do this, check in this manual.