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.
FANS 1/A – CPDLC is one of the many components of NextGen and will play an integral part in many aspects of future systems.
Recently, a Hawker 800XP being tested for the Stall Detector Functional test at Duncan Aviation exhibited an open #2 pitot system.
An inefficient ECU heat transfer can result in a hot cabin, even with the temperature control in auto mode with “Max Cool” selected.
Antenna corrosion is usually not found until an equipment failure is noticed. By that time, it might be too late.
Preplanning for an interior refurbishment will reduce the anxiety of tight decision deadlines and create an environment that allows operators to enjoy the design process.
It sounds pretty simple, but there is a lot of confusing and conflicting information on Learjet tire changes you should be aware of.
If you are operating in a region where cicadas are out, it has been suggested that you use your engine in lieu of your APU.
It is tempting to grab a hold of the shaft of the Maxaret with a pair of pliers to yank it free... do not do this.
There are a number of problems that can exist when a “pressurization bump” is reported upon takeoff. When troubleshooting, don’t overlook the opening of the L/H main air valve.
The Customer Bulletin (CB) requires the Securaplane Service Bulletin (SB) 100-0302-24-139 be complied with at the next internal battery change (a 48-month requirement).