An aircraft access cover 100 for an opening in the surface of an aircraft is disclosed. The aircraft access cover 100 comprises a first panel 110 and a second panel 120, the first panel and second panel configured to be attachable to each other such that the surface of the aircraft (50, Fig.2) is clampable between the first panel and second panel when the first panel and the second panel are attached to each other. A device 150 (e.g., an over pressure protector that is operable to perform a function whilst attached to the aircraft access cover is attachable by a connector 130 (e.g. a hinge or pivot) to the first panel of the access cover. The connector 130 allowing the device 150 to be movable between first and second orientations relative to the first panel. The cover providing a reconfigurable spatial footprint that may be more easily or more safely installed or removed.
Aircraft access cover
2024-05-15
Patent
Electronic Resource
English