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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.
Corrosion on the top and bottom wing-to-winglet splice plate is still a common issue. Although awareness has improved among customers, it's a good time for a reminder.
Rigging of the Thrust Reverser system on CL-600 series aircraft can be tedious and time consuming especially if you start off on the wrong foot.
Garmin released mandatory Service Bulletin No.: 24064 Rev A on September 19, 2024, to address important updates to the flight deck software installed in Beechcraft King Air models. This SB must be complied with at the next maintenance interval or annual inspection, no later than March 31, 2025.
Intermittent flag warnings on the altimeter can be a nuisance. You never know when they are going to show up, and you're not always sure what they are about. But one thing is for certain, flag warnings should not be ignored.
Get tips from the experts on how to get the most out of your flight deck, beginning with FMS Position Determinination.
When comparing aircraft maintenance quotes, you should be more concerned about what is not listed than what is.
Extensive resources are needed to examine and collate the massive amounts of available data in the preowned business jet market and more importantly, translate that data into a simple story that effectively guides decision-making.
ECTM is a technique that continuously monitors the health of your aircraft engines. By tracking a known set of parameters, operators are more able to predict needed maintenance before a failure occurs.
Many questions still remain. What is Data Comm via Satcom or Iridium (a.k.a. FANS)? What equipment do I need for Data Comm/FANS?
Find the answer to this common question.
In any high-value aircraft sales transaction, immediate access to high-quality market intelligence is key to optimizing returns and achieving a successful result.
If your aircraft will be sitting idle for longer than normal, we recommend you take extra steps to keep your engines in working condition and minimize the potential for deterioration. Engine preservation is critical during times of long-term storage, with some unfortunate effects when procedures are not followed.
Hydrostatic testing is often required at certain intervals for Aircraft Oxygen Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers and Pneumatic Bottles. The interval at which these are due and what is to be done is sometimes confusing. It’s not only important to know when these are due but also what is to be done.
It is crucial to follow recommended best practices during aircraft tire storage to prevent tire distortion.