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The ramping of environmental water towards an exit point has always been a challenge. Careful inspection of susceptible areas will ensure unwanted corrosion won’t set in…
Encountering CPU Fail, Data Bus Fail, or RAM Fail messages during your Universal FMS startup can be a frustrating experience for flight crews. However, these seemingly critical errors often have a surprisingly simple root cause.
Honeywell has introduced Ensemble, a cutting-edge connected service that, in conjunction with the newly required EDG-100, promises enhanced engine performance monitoring, streamlined maintenance, and improved operational efficiency.
Navigating the intricate world of business aircraft transactions demands careful consideration, especially when aiming for optimal financial outcomes. To shed light on the current dynamics of this market, we turn to the experts at Duncan Aviation Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions for their insights on the prevailing trends.
Customers often assume failures can’t happen when they aren’t flying but talk to any of Duncan Aviation’s Satellite Shops, and we’ll confirm it’s a very common occurrence.
An inefficient ECU heat transfer can result in a hot cabin, even with the temperature control in auto mode with “Max Cool” selected.
Antenna corrosion is usually not found until an equipment failure is noticed. By that time, it might be too late.
If you are operating in a region where cicadas are out, it has been suggested that you use your engine in lieu of your APU.
Preplanning for an interior refurbishment will reduce the anxiety of tight decision deadlines and create an environment that allows operators to enjoy the design process.
It is tempting to grab a hold of the shaft of the Maxaret with a pair of pliers to yank it free... do not do this.
It sounds pretty simple, but there is a lot of confusing and conflicting information on Learjet tire changes you should be aware of.
There are a number of problems that can exist when a “pressurization bump” is reported upon takeoff. When troubleshooting, don’t overlook the opening of the L/H main air valve.
The Customer Bulletin (CB) requires the Securaplane Service Bulletin (SB) 100-0302-24-139 be complied with at the next internal battery change (a 48-month requirement).
Ever given much thought to your avionics / customized wiring prints? Probably not, unless something is broke or during an upgrade of some sort.
The potential exists for the front pilot and co-pilot window heat wires to arc to ground if improperly installed during the re-installation of the overhead panel.