The Crucial Role Of Safety Management Systems In Aviation MRO Safety
Safety Management Systems: why they are essential, and how they are not all the same.
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Safety Management Systems: why they are essential, and how they are not all the same.
The main system components of the factory-installed FDR covered by STC10001SC-D are obsolete. They are no longer available for purchase or repair, and there is no longer a method of support for any of these critical FDR components.
Proper maintenance of starter and generator terminal blocks is critical for aircraft safety and reliability. A seemingly small issue, such as a loose wire or incorrect torque, can cause catastrophic failure through arcing, rapidly leading to melting, component disintegration, and potential damage to the surrounding aircraft structure.
The term situational awareness is frequently used in aviation, but what does it actually mean for a pilot in the flight deck? And how can modern avionics, like the Garmin G600 TXi, take that awareness to the next level? Watch this video and learn.
Aircraft buyers and sellers often face a significant question: What exactly constitutes damage history, and how does it affect an aircraft's value? This question is more complex than it seems, as damage is a subjective concept with no universal standard. To shed light on this issue, we spoke with three sales representatives from Duncan Aviation's Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions: Ann Pollard, Tim Barber, and Doug Roth.
All repair capabilities and exchange inventory are located in Lincoln, NE.
There are many qualified buyers interested in non-airworthy aircraft.
Many conditions can cause mismatched ADC readings.
How aware are you of 5G interference, and what are you doing to prepare for the expansion?
It is inevitable. Aircraft are prone to corrosion. Be proactive and get familiar with Bombardier's ECCP Guidelines.
Our years of component repair experience have taught us that unit reliability and performance is greatly improved when we run every unit through temperature and altitude tests.
Duncan Aviation is offering bench software upgrades for Service Bulletin AS907-76-9031 that will save operators time and money.
This area becomes susceptible to corrosion when there is a lack of lubrication on the piston rod felt wiper.
The Hawker aileron trim jack needs to be exercised on a regular basis to be kept properly lubricated and operational.
A solid seal around the radome will help prevent corrosion of the avionics units inside.