During antenna shroud inspection, which defect would you be able to call organizational maintenance to repair an antenna shroud?

• A. Only cosmetic defect
• B. Cracks only
• C. All of the above
• D. No defects

Answer: (C)

Any defect that affects the shroud’s ability to protect the antenna or its structural integrity should be handled by organizational maintenance. A cosmetic defect isn’t just about appearance; it can indicate surface wear or hidden damage that could worsen, while a crack is a direct structural issue that can lead to moisture intrusion, corrosion, or failure under stress. Since either type can compromise performance or reliability, both cosmetic defects and cracks should be reported to organizational maintenance for repair. If there were no defects, none would need repair, but with defects present, the proper action is to have them addressed.