Turbofan Mobile Engine Test System (METS)

​As part of the total integrated logistics support for the Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules/AP3-3C Orion aircraft, we have designed, developed and supplied advanced open air Mobile Engine Test Systems (METS) which are capable of full performance testing of the following platforms:

• Hercules C-130H Allison T56-A15/A15LFE power plants installed within a Quick Engine Change Unit and with a Hamilton-Standard 54H60-91 propeller installed.

• Allison T56/ 501 bare power plant and with a Hamilton-Standard 54H60-91 propeller installed.

• Hercules C-130J AE2100D3 power plant installed within a Quick Engine Change Unit and with a Dowty Aerospace R391 six bladed composite propeller installed.

• Adapted to support the Lockheed Martin P3 Orion Allison T56-A14 power plant installed within a Quick Engine Change Unit and a Hamilton-Standard 54H60-77 propeller installed.

A METS Facility comprises of the following main modules:

• QECU Test Trailer & Mounting Frame

• Acoustic Control Cabin

• QECU Air Start System

• QECU Fuel System

• Slave Oil System for bare engine testing

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