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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.
Ever have your Primus II Communication unit (RCZ) transponder erroneously going into standby mode? Honeywell has an AD for that.
During the removal and replacement of the flap drive 90° gear boxes, pay particular attention to the orientation of the mounts attaching the gearboxes to the aft spar.
Citation has recently received reports of aft divider side ledge lights with bulbs installed at a higher wattage than what is called out in the Interior Maintenance Manual and the Aircraft Illustrated Parts Manual.
Aircraft paint can beautifully reflect hours of painstaking care and preparation. Or it can cover a multitude of sins. The trouble is, you can’t always tell which applies to your aircraft until weeks, or even months after the job is finished.
Duncan Aviation's Chairman, Todd Duncan, describes the company's services, culture, history, and what sets us apart in our industry.
AD 2010-07092 addresses an erroneous localizer or glideslope deviation indication could lead to the making of an approach off the localizer, which could result in impact with an obstacle or terrain.
Honeywell LMM 72-03-06 has recently changed Revision 10 affecting TFE731-20-40-50-60. Minor changes have been made to the Routine Inspection Intervals and requirements.
There is a lot of confusion and frustration related to the inspection of the Outboard Flapper Valves on Learjet 35/36s.
As spring and summer temperatures begin rise, so do the number of environmental system squawks.
After removal and reinstallation of the after-bodies for maintenance or engine change, take an extra step to avoid damage during deployment.