February 2011 Edition

Falcon 900: Landing Gear Door Bracket Cracks

These standoff brackets have a tendency to crack if the aft door rubber bumper stop is out of adjustment. » Read More

TCAS 2000 AD Likely

If you have the TCAS 2000 system or its predecessor, the Honeywell TCAS II TCZ-910, there is an AD coming. » Read More

Falcon / King Air: Collins Transponder EASA AD

Falcon 50, Falcon 20, King Air 200 and 1900D aircraft making trips to Europe need to be aware of a recent EASA AD. » Read More

Fuel System Contamination & Starvation

Water, debris and microbes in fuel tanks clog supply lines and filters, and ultimately starve the engines of necessary fuel. » Read More

Challenger 600: Intermittent Thrust Reverser Failures

Intermittent failures like failure to deploy, failure to stow and intermittent unlocked light or operation may be caused by the Flex Shaft Lock. » Read More

Learjet 45: 10-Year Spindle Life Limit

Lear 45 operators approaching the 10-year life limit of the spindle have two options: replace the spindle or replace the spindle assembly. Each option has its benefits and drawbacks. » Read More

Hawker: How to Avoid Landing Light Maintenance Problems

If left on for too long, heat buildup from inside the lenses can cause them to melt. The only way to avoid these issues entirely is by switching to the new lamp technology. » Read More

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