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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.
We now offer the full spectrum of calibration services required for FBOs to comply with the ATA 103 Standard for Jet Fuel Quality at Airports and Military compliance.
We have had many questions from Dassault Falcon Jet operators on the required vs. optional application of CIC (corrosion inhibiting compounds) during various maintenance events.
US operators with older MNPS approvals have until December 31, 2019, to get these updated if they want to keep flying in the North Atlantic Track.
In case you missed it, you are now able to watch the recording of the Inflight Connectivity webinar hosted by Duncan Aviation and Gogo Business Aviation.
We have the calibration capabilities needed to maintain airport fuel trucks and fuel farms to be compliant with Sections 2.1.11 and 3.4.3(e) of the ATA 103 and Military compliance.
Although your aircraft paint looks good and is not bubbling, corrosion may be forming just below the surface.
Although the economic and political scenario for the region is still weak, it appears that there is a small but consistent appetite for both new and young pre-owned inventory.
Many aircraft operators handle, transport, or dispose of aircraft tires, compressed gas cylinders, and fire bottles. If these tasks are not completed in accordance with the maintenance manual, you are putting your life and the lives of others in danger.
Most Falcon operators are well aware of the 2020 mandates for ADS-B operational requirements in the US and Europe. However, we find that many are not aware of the ADS-B standards, options, and prerequisites required.
The Subcommittee is seeking participation from owner/operators to weigh in on solutions to help passengers work through in-flight issues.