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.
What removes lipstick from fabric and leather? This informal guide will help.
How poor tool control nearly took out an entire main hydraulic system.
An informal guide to the maintenance of your exterior finish.
The upper top skins of the pylons are prone to ramp standing water and is a "hot spot" for corrosion.
Aircraft attract lightning and every strike has its own personality. Even a suspected strike reported from the pilots warrants a detailed inspection.
It is our experience that more than half of the aircraft altimeters we certify require some sort of repair. Keep reading to learn the most common squawks found during this recertification process.
Don't bury the Modsums and RILs in your logbooks. You will need them during future Challenger airframe maintenance.
Seeing spots on the forward radome EVS glass? There's no cause for concern. It's normal.
Upgrading your aircraft with a new Universal FMS will help take your aircraft into the 21st century operationally and protect its value.
Interchanging these two words in the world of tool calibration only leads to more confusion.