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Cold winter temperatures often come with problematic fuel control P3 drain leaks. Fuel control changes account for a large percentage of flight delays or cancellations on TFE731-powered aircraft.
Long-time Duncan Aviation Components Tech Rep Curt Campbell shares his years of wisdom about troubleshooting autopilot systems on board King Air aircraft. When Curt talks, you need to listen.
Duncan Aviation technicians have noted clamps with black rubber causing wire stains that appear to be burning or overheating.
The United States does not require the 406MHz Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), but as of February 1, 2009, the international monitoring of your 121.5/243 MHz ELT signal ended...
Selecting the right make/model is one of the most important decisions when acquiring or upgrading a business aircraft. Download the latest Business Jet Model/Market Summary now.
Although aircraft operators work for different companies and fly different makes/models of aircraft, they have the same concerns and questions when it comes to maintaining the engines.
If the battery packs require replacement, Duncan Aviation has a PMA battery pack available to reduce the repair cost.
Bombardier has issued two optional Service Bulletins to upgrade the flight deck software on Global 5X00 (700-34-5030) and 6X00 (SB 700-34-6030) series aircraft. These bulletins offer features to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and cockpit performance.
Even if this isn’t your first pre-owned aircraft purchase and you’re familiar with the process, it’s crucial not to rush through the pre-purchase evaluation for the sake of quicker ownership.
When troubleshooting ENG/NAC Anti-Ice issues on G200 engines, remember that the engine does have an internal anti-ice valve in addition to the external anti-ice valve. Both valves are failed safe open and operate in a similar manner.
Even if this isn’t your first pre-owned aircraft purchase and you’re familiar with the process, it’s crucial not to rush through the pre-purchase evaluation for the sake of quicker ownership.
Operators of legacy systems such as the ATG 1000, 2000, 4000, or 5000 must prepare for Gogo’s transition to LTE technology before December 31, 2025. If the connectivity system on your aircraft is not upgraded, the inflight internet services may be disrupted.
Flight crews and maintenance personnel need to come together and discuss how and when to properly service the oil, creating a means to log the addition of oil and discussing the responsibilities of ground personnel service when the aircraft is away from home.
Honeywell recommends replacing the accessory gearbox bevel components at the same time before the engine reaches 7,000 operating hours or at first access to the affected parts.
Customers often assume failures can’t happen when they aren’t flying but talk to any of Duncan Aviation’s Satellite Shops, and we’ll confirm it’s a very common occurrence.