Aircraft Window Condensation Can Cause Avionics Instrument Corrosion
As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
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As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
As the pre-owned aircraft market stabilizes, the Bombardier Global Express XRS has solidified its status as the top-tier value choice for ultra-long-range travel. Offering intercontinental reach and a proven platform at a significant discount compared to newer models, the XRS represents a strategic entry point for value-conscious operators. The following analysis breaks down the current pricing trends, critical value drivers, and the competitive landscape for this enduring market leader.
The precision of an aircraft’s Environmental Control System depends on small, often-overlooked temperature sensors. These units act as miniature vacuums, drawing in cabin air, along with dust and debris, to provide the real-time data necessary for passenger comfort. This article explores why regular cleaning and maintenance of these sensors is critical to ensuring the ECS delivers the precise climate control it was engineered to provide.
It’s a common question that many operators hesitate to ask, but the answer is a definitive no. In reality, regular gas-path cleaning is a vital pillar of preventive maintenance, especially for aircraft operating in salt air or polluted environments. A strategic wash schedule is your best defense against performance loss and the high cost of corrosion.
Affecting 600+ aircraft, these Learjet aileron Service Bulletins require specialized NDT inspections and structural modifications. Duncan Aviation’s experts break down the requirements, downtime expectations, and why choosing the right facility is vital.
The FAA, DOT, Lawmakers, and others in the aviation community have expressed concerns about the potential for the 5G network signals interfering with radar altimeters. Stay informed.
The shortage of available aircraft on the market has created a perfect storm for exploitation and questionable practices by unscrupulous individuals within the sector.
If it’s been more than 14 days and you have flown in any coastal areas around the world, your Citation is overdue for a shower.
If you are experiencing tuning and/or garbled transmitter problems with your KHF-950 system, you may have some outstanding Service Bulletins that should be installed.
Having the right information about the circumstances surrounding a squawk can save your tech rep many hours of troubleshooting time and yourself a considerable amount of money.
There are many articles and documents regarding these concerns. We encourage you to stay informed and provide links to relevant documents.
To avoid contact between the Hawker MLG tire and microswitch cable, frequent visual inspections are necessary.
The FAA mandates that materials on your aircraft undergo burn testing. The airworthiness of your aircraft depends on it.
Not long ago, one of Duncan Aviation's aircraft lost all GPS information and received a number of CAS messages related to these interruptions. What happened?
In this podcast you'll learn why 10% of the Citation Excel/XLS fleet has already upgraded to the Garmin G5000 flight deck.