September 2011 Edition

Future Air Navigation System (FANS)

FANS 1/A – CPDLC is one of the many components of NextGen and will play an integral part in many aspects of future systems. » Read More

Critical Tracking of Life-Limited Aircraft Parts

Most operators are aware of these limits and track their time and usage to schedule replacement when required. But what about the life-limited aircraft parts contained WITHIN aircraft assemblies? » Read More

TFE731 Oil Pressure Troubleshooting

Many factors will cause a low or high oil pressure indication on TFE731 engines. One of the more common causes is a faulty Breather Pressurizing Valve (BPV). » Read More

Learjet 31A: AHRS Document Errors

Recently, I have experienced an increase in the number of inquiries about the Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) in the Learjet 31A. Between Service Bulletin (SB) 31-34-9, the Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) 34-24-11 and the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) 34-28-00, there are numerous errors. » Read More

Earn IA Renewal Credit

Duncan Aviation is offering a series of face-to-face forum discussions with industry experts on hot topics as well as classes with Inspector Authorization (IA) renewal credit. » Course Descriptions

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