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Even if this isn’t your first pre-owned aircraft purchase and you’re familiar with the process, it’s crucial not to rush through the pre-purchase evaluation for the sake of quicker ownership.
Operators of legacy systems such as the ATG 1000, 2000, 4000, or 5000 must prepare for Gogo’s transition to LTE technology by December 31, 2025. If the connectivity system on your aircraft is not upgraded, the inflight internet services may be disrupted.
Flight crews and maintenance personnel need to come together and discuss how and when to properly service the oil, creating a means to log the addition of oil and discussing the responsibilities of ground personnel service when the aircraft is away from home.
Honeywell recommends replacing the accessory gearbox bevel components at the same time before the engine reaches 7,000 operating hours or at first access to the affected parts.
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.
Corrosion on the top and bottom wing-to-winglet splice plate is still a common issue. Although awareness has improved among customers, it's a good time for a reminder.
Rigging of the Thrust Reverser system on CL-600 series aircraft can be tedious and time consuming especially if you start off on the wrong foot.
Garmin released mandatory Service Bulletin No.: 24064 Rev A on September 19, 2024, to address important updates to the flight deck software installed in Beechcraft King Air models. This SB must be complied with at the next maintenance interval or annual inspection, no later than March 31, 2025.
Intermittent flag warnings on the altimeter can be a nuisance. You never know when they are going to show up, and you're not always sure what they are about. But one thing is for certain, flag warnings should not be ignored.
As the Rollover deadline gets closer, the demand for the upgrade will get high, and the available capacity and schedules to perform the Service Bulletins will become very tight. Act Now!
These SD cameras are no longer available for procurement or repair due to the obsolescence of a number of components that don’t have direct replacement. Operators must transition to a newer solution, as repairs and replacements for the outdated systems are no longer possible.
Aircraft engine maintenance doesn’t have to be stressful if you know what to expect and how to get ready. With a little planning and the right help, you can breeze through the process without any surprises.
Get the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the new maintenance task requirements for Global aircraft flaps.
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.
In this video, Michael Kussatz, Duncan Aviation’s Corporate Turboprop Captain and Avionics Sales Rep, explains how a full Garmin G600TXi flight deck avionics upgrade improves flight safety, situational awareness, and automation on a CJ2 airframe.