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To continue conducting business, operators need to stay connected to their contacts on the ground while at any altitude, anywhere in the world. Here is a low-cost alternative.
We urge a thorough inspection of this specific area during all future maintenance, especially as part of a pre-purchase evaluation, to detect and address cracks early.
Not sure why the engine computer light begins to flash after several flights and the only fault you can see is fault code 237, ECTM Buffer Filled? Keep reading to learn more.
Many factors will cause a low or high oil pressure indication on TFE731 engines. One of the more common causes is a faulty Breather Pressurizing Valve (BPV).
The unit requires to be function tested every 1200 hours or 36 Months, whichever occurs first. However, we have often witnessed that these actuators do not make it between function tests.
Making assumptions during aircraft maintenance events can have a major impact on whether a job is done properly or not. Such is the case with sealants.
Honeywell authorized Duncan Aviation to perform eddy current corrosion inspections required for two service bulletins
Do not use electric grease guns!
You don’t think much about the temperature sensor in your aircraft’s engine air ducts, until they stop working. Failure can be caused by a number of reasons including cross-threading, broken tabs, or corrosion of the inlet fitting.
Many factors, such as storage conditions or the opening and resealing of the original container, can affect shelf life of de-icers.
All OEMs allow for time limits, or tolerances, on inspections to be extended for maintenance scheduling purposes. This is helpful when planning for maintenance events around a busy flight calendar.
Keeping the wool carpet in your aircraft looking and performing at its best, regular cleaning is necessary.
If water is allowed to penetrate the seal between carbon fiber and aluminum, it creates a battery-like environment and can becomes highly corrosive.
Do not send us your radar flat plate. They are difficult to ship and not necessary for the inspection.
It is costly to polish the leading edge on a regular basis. But it is considerably more costly to let them go for an extended period time.