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.
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Insects on the windshield can be dealt with, but in the pitot static system they can be truly maddening. Bugs, like birds, can build a nest overnight.
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General Electric Service Bulletin (SB) CF34-72-0252 replaces the #5 bearing that was introduced on newer production engines, starting with engine S/N 950333, or with the incorporation of SB 72-0176.
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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.
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TCAS 7.1 is being offered as an upgrade by all of the major TCAS manufacturers and makes two important safety enhancements.
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Now, through a Securaplane STC, Citation 500, 550 and 560 operators are able to enjoy the benefits of the thin plate, pure lead (TPPL) technology that improves discharge and recharge capacity.
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Bombardier has issued a recommended SB 45-56-3 that calls for the inspection of the windshield coupe rails on all Learjet 45 models.
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It was determined that the epoxy ramp installed to prevent water accumulation could deteriorate with time. A dry ice blasting machine removes the epoxy ramp efficiently without collateral damage.
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SB 72-0175 changes the compliance date from January 1, 2013, to the next shop visit.
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In my experience as an Avionics Tech Rep, unless I am talking to the person who witnessed the squawk, I go under the assumption that there is always more to the story than what I am told.
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In an FAA Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) Notam dated March 9, 2011, operators of aircraft authorized to use RVSM airspace must conduct monitoring every two years or within 1,000 flight hours per aircraft, whichever period is longer.
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Dassault requires that after discharge of a fire bottle, whether by accident or intention, the rubber silicone nipple must be replaced.
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Due to the report of missing locking clips, Embraer has just released two Service Bulletins that require the inspection of the turnbuckles installed on the control cables throughout certain S/N Embraer Phenom 100/300 model aircraft.
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Duncan Aviation strongly recommends complying with Service Bulletin 196 or 024 to prevent the potential of severe corrosion of the Group 2 Fuel Tank.
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How to troubleshoot both systems when the Flight Director (FD) computer and Autopilot computer are combined into one.
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