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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.
Duncan Aviation’s flight operations have a list of things done regularly that could be considered preventative maintenance. Most of the items are service-related, but many AOG situations are prevented by doing them.
This Service Guide was created specifically for the Embraer Legacy airframe and contains valuable NextGen information that will be useful as you look ahead to the coming months and years.
Duncan Aviation customers are now able to view their logbook entries in real-time, categorized by airframe or engine through their myDuncan account.
It is hard to plan for the upcoming mandates when you don’t have good information. These mandate Service Guides were created specifically for the G100, G150 and G200 airframes. They contain valuable information to be used for planning purposes as you look ahead to the coming months and years.
Take advantage of unused space to expand the baggage compartment in the nose of your M2.
This affordable solution is an industry-first and features the upgraded NZ-2000 Honeywell FMS that integrates with current Challenger 601 3A/3R OEM flight decks.
“This unit causes a constant ‘stab off’ condition and pushing the stabilization switch on and off has no effect.”
During a Garmin avionics upgrade on a King Air we learned a lot and have a few suggestions.
The STC is expected by the end of the year and we are offering 25 additional installations slots in 2017 with great incentives for interested operators.
When it comes to any aircraft seat repairs, from replacing a seat pan to a worn out bolt, knowing your seats certification is critical, especially if it is certified as 16G.
On a daily basis, Duncan Aviation Tech Reps and Sales Rep field many questions regarding inspection intervals.