Hawker Structural Inspection Intervals
When API winglets are installed on a Hawker aircraft, several structural inspection intervals are reduced. This interval reduction is easily overlooked by an operator…
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When API winglets are installed on a Hawker aircraft, several structural inspection intervals are reduced. This interval reduction is easily overlooked by an operator…
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December 31, 2009, is the deadline to comply with AD 2006-04-12. Although General Electric is working diligently trying to contact operators with information on completing this AD prior to the deadline, they estimate there will be about 20 aircraft that will not be in compliance.
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Due to problems with the Tower Shaft Bearing, this SB has been released to change the Oil Filter Analysis interval in Specific Identified Engines.
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Gust locks lock the control column in place, preventing random movement and possible damage of the surface from wind while an aircraft is parked. It only takes a small investment to prevent damage that could cost tens of thousands of dollars and hours to repair.
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The National Air Transport Association (NATA) clarified a 1996 regulatory change to FAR Part 43, Appendix A regarding the updating of navigation databases in GPSs and Flight Management Systems allowing pilots operating under Part 91 to perform database updates…
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The ramping of environmental water towards an exit point has always been a challenge. Careful inspection of susceptible areas will ensure unwanted corrosion won’t set in…
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Cold winter temperatures are on the way and with them possible problematic fuel control P3 drain leaks. Fuel control changes account for a large percentage of flight delays or cancellations on TFE731-powered aircraft.
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HawkerBeechcraft Communiqué HK-0012 displays concerns for the Piston Seal, PN 25UN523, in the NLG Strut. This seal may last for many flights, even in Arctic temperatures, but can start leaking without warning. Small leaks can often be severe enough to deplete the NLG Strut of all fluid.
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Dave Schiver, Duncan Aviation Learjet Tech Rep, answers your questions in regards to RVSM pitot probe alignment inspections on aircraft that have the Bombardier STC solutions installed.
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Carrying the RVSM manual on board is only a regulatory requirement when the Operations Specifications, Letter Of Authorization or the FAA-approved RVSM maintenance manual states that you must have it on board. Having the RVSM manual on board, however, can be quite valuable in certain situations and is always a good idea.
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Proper dynamic balancing of the props on a King Air is an excellent way to extend the life of the overall aircraft. Duncan Aviation technicians have seen King Airs come in with issues related to the dynamic balancing.
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The P&W Service Bulletin 30382 introduces a seal between the turbine exhaust case and the turbine exhaust mixer assembly to keep hot exhaust gases from sensitive areas.
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Falcon FQMC Fault Codes relating to “fuel quantity gauging signal outside of tolerance” on your Falcon 2000 usually mean water has affected the probes in the fuel bay.
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Several recent Gulfstream inspections have revealed failed heated drain masts on GII through GV models.
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All aircraft have unique hotspots for corrosion; Citations are no exception. This article addresses blue water corrosion concerns for Citation models 500, 550 & 560.
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