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When it comes to modifying or altering the interior of your business aircraft, missing documentation significantly slows down the progress of your project and could require the re-creation of lost documentation.
Most aircraft use some type of hydraulics in their configuration. Whether it be actuation, braking or shock absorption, these systems rely on the internal seals' integrity to function correctly.
A little understanding on how radar stabilization works can help both the flight crew determine erroneous return information, and assist the maintenance technicians tasked with troubleshooting the system.
Keep reading to learn the two steps to clear the Critical PAS/SBAS/WAAS messages after the FC06 update.
Selecting the right make/model is one of your most important decisions, when acquiring or upgrading a business aircraft.
Honeywell has issued two Category II Reliability Service Bulletins (SB) TFE731-79-3070 R1 and TFE731-79-5120 for the installation of new instruction plate decals on oil tanks to help prevent oil over-servicing.
Warm aircraft are more susceptible to snow and rain which can freeze in the engine inlet area.
When the on-board microwave is in use, several operators have reported to Duncan Aviation avionics techs an intermittent interruption in Wi-Fi service while using laptops or personal electronic devices (PED), such as BlackBerrys or iPhones.
The autopilot disengaged immediately when the pitch servo tried to drive the elevator.
Dassault has just issued a new Service Advisory explaining a new “CPCP path of compliance” for the Falcon 50s.
Running your radar system during the off season does not shorten its life but may actually extend it.
Learjet has recently discovered the potential for cracks developing in the ballscrew and nut assembly of the Learjet 45 flap actuator.
During the next nose gear strut corrosion inspection, our technicians recommend evaluating the centering torsion spring.
The incorporation of SB 72-5194 will extend to the TFE731-40 and -60 engines to the 3000 hour MPI and 6000 hour CZI intervals. MSP will pay for this bulletin at the next MPI.
Duncan Aviation technicians have found the V-Band Clamp installed incorrectly on a Falcon 50B and 50EX.