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If your aircraft will be sitting idle for longer than normal, we recommend you take extra steps to keep your engines in working condition and minimize the potential for deterioration. Engine preservation is critical during times of long-term storage, with some unfortunate effects when procedures are not followed.
Hydrostatic testing is often required at certain intervals for Aircraft Oxygen Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers and Pneumatic Bottles. The interval at which these are due and what is to be done is sometimes confusing. It’s not only important to know when these are due but also what is to be done.
It is crucial to follow recommended best practices during aircraft tire storage to prevent tire distortion.
Duncan Aviation’s flight operations have a list of things done regularly that could be considered preventative maintenance. Most of the items are service-related, but many AOG situations are prevented by doing them.
Service Bulletin SB25353 allows the remaining PW306C operators to have the new carbon face seal put in their engines. Before installing the carbon face seal at the gear shaft location, the gear shaft must be replaced or modified by removing it from the gearbox
Duncan Aviation recently saw a Nav unit in our avionics shop that failed soon after being repaired by another service provider. The Duncan Aviation technician found some screws had been driven into a circuit board...
Welcome to the new Duncan Intelligence! The newsletter has a new look and feel but will keep the same valuable tips, tricks and technical support that you’ve come to rely on.
When removing the over-the-wing anti-ice lines during the Falcon C inspection, watch for corrosion on the clamps and tubing holding the left-hand and right-hand peri-seal heat shields in place
Members of Duncan Aviation's Challenger program have developed a portable flap systems test bench that provides immediate feedback with increased accuracy, and does not require a test flight for analysis