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.
The potential exists for the front pilot and co-pilot window heat wires to arc to ground if improperly installed during the re-installation of the overhead panel.
If you operate TFE731-3, -3A, -3AR, -3R, -3B, and -3BR engines installed on one of the following aircraft models, AD 2005-05-15 applies to you.
Ever given much thought to your avionics / customized wiring prints? Probably not, unless something is broke or during an upgrade of some sort.
Honeywell is offering an incentive for operators to replace the current RM-850 RMU with new RM-855 units at approximately 50% of their regular price through the end of 2011.
R-12 refrigerant is becoming scarce and costly. It is just a matter of time before you will have to convert your systems to R-134a.
In recent weeks, Avionics Tech Rep. Larry Troyer has received several calls from King Air operators reporting Honeywell air data and altimeter erratic operation problems.
The answer depends on what you’re testing. Most people prefer to use a digital multimeter if given the choice. In most cases, Accessory Tech Rep. Jerry Cable would agree.
While performing SB 604-57-003, Duncan Aviation Tech Reps made a couple of observations that will make this inspection easier.
Ozone effects not only humans but fluorocarbons as well, such as the seals and gaskets found in many air-conditioning components.
SAFA ramp inspections are occurring more often to N-registered aircraft operating in EASA-controlled countries.