Aircraft Window Condensation Can Cause Avionics Instrument Corrosion
As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
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As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
As the pre-owned aircraft market stabilizes, the Bombardier Global Express XRS has solidified its status as the top-tier value choice for ultra-long-range travel. Offering intercontinental reach and a proven platform at a significant discount compared to newer models, the XRS represents a strategic entry point for value-conscious operators. The following analysis breaks down the current pricing trends, critical value drivers, and the competitive landscape for this enduring market leader.
The precision of an aircraft’s Environmental Control System depends on small, often-overlooked temperature sensors. These units act as miniature vacuums, drawing in cabin air, along with dust and debris, to provide the real-time data necessary for passenger comfort. This article explores why regular cleaning and maintenance of these sensors is critical to ensuring the ECS delivers the precise climate control it was engineered to provide.
It’s a common question that many operators hesitate to ask, but the answer is a definitive no. In reality, regular gas-path cleaning is a vital pillar of preventive maintenance, especially for aircraft operating in salt air or polluted environments. A strategic wash schedule is your best defense against performance loss and the high cost of corrosion.
Affecting 600+ aircraft, these Learjet aileron Service Bulletins require specialized NDT inspections and structural modifications. Duncan Aviation’s experts break down the requirements, downtime expectations, and why choosing the right facility is vital.
Read to learn the details of essential updates to the TFE731 N2 monopole, including service bulletins and troubleshooting guidance.
Depending on the engine's make/model, these LUIs could be due at various intervals between 10 and 15 years.
Navigating aircraft transaction deposits can be complex, involving hard versus soft deposits and varying risk tolerances. While there is no one-size-fits-all, the amount is mutually agreed upon through negotiation between the buyer and the seller.
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.
Cold winter temperatures often come with problematic fuel control P3 drain leaks. Fuel control changes account for a large percentage of flight delays or cancellations on TFE731-powered aircraft.
Long-time Duncan Aviation Components Tech Rep Curt Campbell shares his years of wisdom about troubleshooting autopilot systems on board King Air aircraft. When Curt talks, you need to listen.
Duncan Aviation technicians have noted clamps with black rubber causing wire stains that appear to be burning or overheating.
The United States does not require the 406MHz Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT), but as of February 1, 2009, the international monitoring of your 121.5/243 MHz ELT signal ended...
Selecting the right make/model is one of the most important decisions when acquiring or upgrading a business aircraft. Download the latest Business Jet Model/Market Summary now.
Although aircraft operators work for different companies and fly different makes/models of aircraft, they have the same concerns and questions when it comes to maintaining the engines.