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.
In 2017, ELTs generated 8,786 false alerts in the United States.
Never enter into an agreement to purchase or exchange aircraft parts before fully understanding the terms and conditions of the contract. Here are some terms you should understand.
We are continuing to work closely with Rockwell Collins on this issue and will provide frequent updates as they become available.
All of Duncan Aviation's full-service facilities have the necessary tooling to comply with this Service Bulletin.
We recommend you inspect the Falcon 7X RAT retract pump piston for corrosion before stowing.
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Regular inspection and early detection/preventative measures will help delay the onset of corrosion.
We are able to change the contacts and repair the assembly for less than 50% of the OEM list price.
This agreement gives Duncan Aviation access to expanded Héroux-Devtek/APPH repair and overhaul services.
Keeping the Falcon 900 air-conditioning cooling system at peak performance takes effort. Are you able to recognize the symptoms of a malfunctioning system?