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Honeywell issued Service Bulletin AS907-72-9094 that calls for the replacement of the #4 carbon seal on the HTF7000/AS907 series engines. We can do this as an engine-only event in as little as 4 days.
Are your aircraft's RVSM operations fully compliant? While FAA requirements shifted away from standalone approved programs, configuration control and height-monitoring standards remain strictly enforced. Learn the key differences between Section 9 and Section 3 pathways and Duncan Aviation’s role in keeping you airworthy.
As business travel demands grow, many owners of piston twins begin looking at turboprops for greater range, payload, reliability, and operational flexibility. But moving to turbine power involves more than buying a larger aircraft. From maintenance planning and pilot training to operating costs and regulatory requirements, a successful transition depends on carefully matching the aircraft to the mission. This article examines the key benefits, tradeoffs, and considerations to help buyers determine whether a turboprop is the right next step for their operation.
Most overhaul delays don't start in the shop. They start with the logbooks when the serial number stamped on a part doesn't match the one listed in the maintenance logs. Reconstructing that paper trail can ground an aircraft for weeks and force you to replace parts that are actually totally fine. Here's a quick breakdown of where Chapter 5 records often fall through the cracks and how to resolve discrepancies before your aircraft goes down.
While the FAA encourages the TCAS 7.1 upgrade, strict ICAO and EASA mandates make it a necessity for international operators. Learn how Version 7.1 improves flight safety, impacts your flight plans, and what certification path your aircraft requires.
Duncan Aviation’s flight operations have a list of things done regularly that could be considered preventative maintenance. Most of the items are service-related, but many AOG situations are prevented by doing them.
For intermittent faults from thrust reversers to autopilot and everything in between, don’t overlook a very important part of the system—Weight on Wheels (WOW).
With cutting-edge technologies and more advanced solutions, it's beneficial to understand the evolution of connectivity and the solutions that are currently available or will be in the near future.
We recently received this question from an operator out of South America about unpleasant cabin odors in their Falcon 2000.
Support for the original Honeywell RESCU 406 AFN ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) in all of the Falcon 7X and many of the Falcon 8X aircraft has been discontinued.
The purchase or sale of a business aircraft can be a complex undertaking requiring expertise to ensure a maximum return on investment. You’ll need to analyze many factors to determine which make and model is best suited for your budget and mission.
Duncan Aviation, Todd Duncan, explains the current industry-wide scheduling outlook. Long gone are the days of planning a project just 30 to 60 days out.
Awareness of the causes will set your efforts up to succeed, so you spend less time troubleshooting.
Whether the job falls to you or your favorite Line representative, make it easier
Paying attention to the condition of the paint can pay far larger long-term dividends on the value and safety of the aircraft.