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During a typical business aircraft transaction, the Purchase Agreement is what is referenced when deciding what constitutes a discrepancy and who is responsible for paying for it. However, it provides little direction on how to perform the repair.
Most inspection tasks on the Honeywell AS907 (HTF7000) are straightforward, offering consistent turntimes and cost expectations. However, it's important to note that the Borescope inspections of turbine and compressor components can reveal issues that may extend downtime and increase costs
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.
As spring and summer temperatures begin rise, so do the number of environmental system squawks.
COTS units: how they compare to aircraft-grade units and the pros and cons of having them installed on your aircraft.
Duncan Aviation released a four-part video series on Understanding FANS, the system that provides communication between the pilot and air traffic controller.
To effectively troubleshoot an aircraft autopilot, it's helpful to first understand how the autopilot system works.
At Duncan Aviation, we’ve also seen a couple of instances where the autopilot computer or yaw damper computer would disengage when the aileron trim motor is actuated.
We've received several inquiries regarding the replacement of the flap actuators on Learjet 40/45 aircraft per SB 40-27-31 & 45-27-47.
The glow-in-the-dark Tritium "EXIT" signs that may be installed in Falcon aircraft are being phased out due to the emission of low levels of radiation. These emissions have been deemed sensitive to some local regulations.
A number of KHF-950 HF components have been squawked as being stuck in transmit mode, or the frequency is changing on the controller every time a transmit is attempted. However, there were no faults found with the suspected units.
Does a pilot have to adhere to the VDP missed point when a VDP icon displays on the profile view of a WAAS approach plate?
Extreme temperatures affect the accuracy of the Air Data Computer altitude display. With WAAS / LPV approaches, this is no longer a factor.
GE is recommending the replacement of the fuel valve thrust bushing be complied with as soon as possible before the fuel control has accumulated 10,000 hours.
November 3, 2012, is the date that operators are required to be in compliance of AD 2010-07-02. It addresses possible erroneous glide slope or localizer display indications.