Patent ID: 6289949
Filing Date: 2001-09-18
Classification: B64F,F16L,F24F

Abstract:
An adapter chute for connecting an aircraft with a connector having slots to a preconditioned air unit external to the aircraft, the adpater chute comprising:a cylindrical body with first and second ends, the second end having a radially extending flange, at least one slot-like opening formed through the flange;a gasket fastened to the flange, the gasket having an axially facing channel defined by a pair of upstanding sides; andat least one clamp assembly, each said clamp assembly having a housing, a handle and a clamp, the handle and clamp pivoting in the housing about separate pivot points to provide a cam action, the clamp of each clamp assembly positioned to pass through one of the at least one slot-like openings in the flange.