Aircraft Elevator Hydraulic Schematic on USS Hornet
Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 9:13:35 PM · 2026/USS Hornet
A framed technical schematic diagram mounted on a white wall aboard the USS Hornet museum ship. The diagram illustrates the hydraulic system for Aircraft Elevator No. 2, featuring color-coded components including a yellow cylinder, green exhaust tank (300 PSI), red main pump reservoir (1000 PSI), and various other mechanical elements. The schematic shows the complete system from pulley and cable mechanisms on the hangar deck to the motor and pump systems. The diagram is protected behind a clear plastic cover in a metal frame.
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