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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.
In some cases engineer and equipment manufacturers of inflight internet were so focused on connectivity that security often took a backseat. The result was weakness in the system's ability to withstand a cyber-attack.
The FAA recently released Airworthiness Directive 2015-12-06 in reference to the Windshield Coupe Rail Inspection Service Bulletins for the Bombardier Learjet 40 aircraft and Bombardier Learjet 45 aircraft.
An informal guide to the maintenance of your exterior finish.
How poor tool control nearly took out an entire main hydraulic system.
What removes lipstick from fabric and leather? This informal guide will help.
The upper top skins of the pylons are prone to ramp standing water and is a "hot spot" for corrosion.
Aircraft attract lightning and every strike has its own personality. Even a suspected strike reported from the pilots warrants a detailed inspection.
It is our experience that more than half of the aircraft altimeters we certify require some sort of repair. Keep reading to learn the most common squawks found during this recertification process.
Upgrading your aircraft with a new Universal FMS will help take your aircraft into the 21st century operationally and protect its value.
Seeing spots on the forward radome EVS glass? There's no cause for concern. It's normal.