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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During inspections of the Falcon 50 baggage door, Duncan Aviation technicians have found a formed rib to be cracked in the radius. During the next 2A+, make sure to conduct a thorough visual inspection of this area. Because the baggage door is part of the pressure vessel, it requires the manufacture to be notified...
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If your landing gear was overhauled, exchanged or had maintenance performed on it during the period of April 1, 2005, and March 31, 2009, there is a chance that it contains parts that are susceptible to hydrogen embrittlement.
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Certain model King Airs are subject to the battery being discharged below minimum starting limit if the aircraft has been static for even a few days. The cause of this might be the cockpit blowers.
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There have been some questions raised lately about the flap tracks on the Lear 40 series aircraft, particularly regarding the Perma Silk G coating.
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Honeywell has introduced new N2 monopoles with internal enhancements that improve N2 monopole durability. But double-check the P/N of the N2 monopole to avoid signal issues.
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Securaplane Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) Main Ship Batteries have technology that beats NiCad, Lead-Calcium and Lead-Antimony in every category of performance. They can ultimately save operators hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars annually.
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Pratt & Whitney recently released SB30393, recommending that the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) support brackets be replaced within 300 hours to help eliminate problems due to vibratory stresses.
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If your aircraft is RVSM certified, you are required to carry an RVSM manual on board the aircraft at all times. This manual is critical for providing instructions on how to maintain the RVSM capability of your aircraft. It includes items such as repainting the RVSM area, repairing damage and routine maintenance.
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This information is meant to help Falcon operators who are new to the EASy cockpit or for those who may have forgotten how the APU Oil Level Test sequence operates.
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