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.
All aircraft and/or components arriving from Mexico for maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or specialized services must be accompanied by a letter from the Mexican DGAC authorizing the scope of the work that may be performed.
Although you may be flying with the latest glass cockpit technology for navigation, it is always a good idea to make sure your magnetic compass is giving out accurate readings.
The Duncan Aviation Avionics & Instrument shop in Lincoln, Nebraska, has a full inventory of Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D transponder internal parts to upgrade for ADS-B compliance.
De-ice boots can be subject to wear or damage whether an aircraft is in the air, on the tarmac, or even in a hangar.
Join us on October 15th at 10:00 am CST for this free, informative webinar.
This Service Bulletin temporarily overrides the Honeywell Maintenance Manual
Offering the full spectrum of calibration services required for FBOs to comply with the ATA 103 Standard for Jet Fuel Quality at Airports and Military compliance.
We have had many questions from Dassault Falcon Jet operators on the required vs. optional application of CIC (corrosion inhibiting compounds) during various maintenance events.
US operators with older MNPS approvals have until December 31, 2019, to get these updated if they want to keep flying in the North Atlantic Track.
In case you missed it, you are now able to watch the recording of the Inflight Connectivity webinar hosted by Duncan Aviation and Gogo Business Aviation.