Astra / Westwind Intelligence Archive
2012
- November - TFE731: Clarification of Approved Oils
- November - Understanding FANS: ADS-C & CPDLC
- November - The Pitfalls of Ignoring Bleed Air Leaks on your Business Aircraft
- October - Understanding FANS Video Series
- October - Real Answers to operator questions about ADS-B
- September - Proper Operation of the KHF-950 HF System
- September - How A WAAS / LPV Approach Counteracts Temperature Effects
- September - WAAS Questions: VDP Missed Point Adherence & CAT Nomenclature
- August - Pitot Static Bugs
- August - Hidden Corrosion Under Aircraft Paint
- August - Simplified Aircraft Autopilot Operation
- July - TCAS 7.1 Upgrade
- June - RVSM Monitoring Requirement
- June - UPDATE: Business Aircraft Satellite Television Service Ending
- May - Troubleshooting Tips for Collins Autopilot AP-106 / 107 Systems
- May - FANS/ Link 2000+: What You Need to Know About Flying in EASA Airspace
- April - Troubleshooting Autopilot Squawks: The NAV isn’t working
- April - Prolonging the Life of Your Business Aircraft Maintenance Laptop
- March - Business Aircraft Satellite Television Service Ending
- March - Troubleshooting Autopilot Altitude Hold INOP Squawks
- February - Understanding the Regulatory Requirements of RVSM Maintenance
- February - Pre-Purchase Evaluation Checklists
- January - ATTD Flag Showing in ADI
- January - Lead Acid Aircraft Battery Maintenance & Charging
- January - Radar Antenna Switch Settings
2011
- December - Autopilot-Induced Control Surface Oscillations
- December - Universal FMS Support Coming to an End
- December - Radar Unit Chamber Testing Advantages
- November - Troubleshooting TFE731 Engine Oil Leaks
- November - Is Your Aircraft SAFA Compliant?
- November - Control Airframe Corrosion by Controlling Exposure to Water
- November - Business Aircraft LRU Battery Replacement
- October - Radar Antenna Alignment Procedures (DA-1203A)
- September - Future Air Navigation System (FANS)
- September - Critical Tracking of Life-Limited Aircraft Parts
- September - Earn IA Renewal Credit
- July - Could cicadas be causing foul cabin odor?
- July - Planning An Aircraft Interior Refurbishment
- June - Astra: Main Entry Door AD 2010-11-02
- June - TFE731: 6 Months Till AD 2005-05-15 Deadline
- May - Digital vs. Analog Multimeters: Which One Should You Use?
- May - 4 Paths to Gaining FAA PMA Authorization
- April - Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft (SAFA) Ramp Inspections
- April - How Ozone Affects Passengers & System Components
- January - Astra, Westwind I/II: TFE731 AD 2005-05-15 Approaching Deadline
- January - How To Troubleshoot Radar Spoking
2010
- December - Astra Cabin Door Binding in Cold Weather
- December - Winter Tip: Engine Fan Rotation
- December - Wi-Fi Connection Interference
- November - Radar System Preventive Maintenance Recommendation
- October - Astra Pitch Trim Actuator Overhaul
- August - Universal Avionics UNS Trade In & Upgrade
- August - Navigating Your Way Through An Interior Completion
- August - FAA Re-Registration Final Rule
- August - Tool Cleanliness Affects Accuracy
- July - Your Tools May Be Precise, But Are They Accurate?
- July - Get Your Gyro Serviced While It’s HOT!
- June - Does Your Primus II Transponder Erroneously Go Into Standby?
- June - WOW: An Overlooked Cause of Many Faults
- May - Primus II RNZ: AD 2010-07-02
- April - Why doesn't my starter generator make TBO?
- March - Basic Autopilot System Troubleshooting
- February - Astra Low Fuel Pressure Indication
- February - Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About WAAS
- February - Weather Radar Tilt Management
- January - Greased-up Landing Gear Reduces Maintenance Costs
- January - Universal FMS Common Battery Failures
2009
- November - NATA Clarification of Regulatory change to FAR Part 43
- November - Integrating the Garmin g-600 GPS with your autopilot
- October - When Exactly is the RVSM Manual Required?
- September - Astra Landing Gear "Squat" Switch: Double Discrepancies
- September - Q&A: Is the RVSM Manual Required?
- August - Clearing The Air On ELTs
- July - Astra Aileron Pressure Seals Failing
- July - Windshield Sun Protection Can Cause Irreparable Damage
- July - Troubleshooting Environmental System Squawks
- June - AD 2004-07-21: Fixing The Astra Starter Generator Firewall Cable Support
- June -
DGS-65 Directional Gyro: The importance of the Encoder Flex Card - June - Nav Unit Fails Soon After Repair
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