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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.
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Watch a time-lapse video of a 192-month gear inspection on a CL-604.
When was the last time you met with your insurance & legal teams about the hull value of your aircraft?
When it comes to aircraft audio, operators have a few options to consider. Is a speakerless cabin in your future?
In part two of this Duncan Intelligence series about NextGen, we outline NextGen aircraft systems and technologies and their European counterparts.
A damaged terminal block was the result of not following proper procedures. Always consult Chapter 24 when working with electrical connections.
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The aircraft will ideally have overdue maintenance or need extensive cosmetic improvements.
Cabin displays are the most visible components in a cabin entertainment system. Upgrading can be a relatively easy way to give your cabin a facelift.
In this two-part Duncan Intelligence series about NextGen, we will share the most frequently asked questions, and provide information about the systems of NextGen and their European counterparts.