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Selecting the right business jet is a high-stakes investment, but the sheer volume of data can make narrowing your search feel overwhelming. Duncan Aviation has simplified this process with an updated Model/Market Summary that compares everything from hourly operating costs to full-seat range across the latest airframes. Check out how this tool can streamline your next acquisition and help you identify the perfect model for your mission.
Dive into our six comprehensive FAQs that break down the hidden environmental and handling factors that accelerate internal servo wear. Learn exactly what to expect from a master-certified inspection and how to determine if a repair or full replacement makes the most sense for your aircraft.
Collins Aerospace announced the discontinuance of the RTU-870 series Radio Tuning Units in 2014. While the upgrade path remains the primary long-term solution for many operators, it is not always the most practical or cost-effective option. Many operators seek alternatives to full system replacement.
It is believed that around 3,000 BCE., the Egyptian unit of length was established. The Royal Egyptian cubit was decreed to be equal to the length of the forearm from the bent elbow to the tip of the extended middle finger plus the width of the palm of the hand of the Pharaoh ruling at the time. The Royal Cubit Master was carved from a block of black granite to endure for all time (the equivalent of today’s primary standard).
Operators who have recently updated their Navigation Computers to NZ 6.1 (or later) software may notice unexpected flight behavior. These symptoms typically include the aircraft sequencing to the next waypoint as early as 20 miles out, shallow turns, and overshooting direct-to waypoints during departure. Although these issues may appear to be internal hardware faults or software bugs, the solution is a straightforward on-wing configuration adjustment.
Duncan Aviation's FANS 1/A webinar, hosted by Justin Vena, will be held in mid-December. In the meantime, checkout this four-part video series on Understanding Future Air Navigation Systems.
Depending on the Honeywell TFE731 engine model, using the correct oil type will increase resistance to coke formations.
We've received several inquiries regarding the replacement of the flap actuators on Learjet 40/45 aircraft per SB 40-27-31 & 45-27-47.
To effectively troubleshoot an aircraft autopilot, it's helpful to first understand how the autopilot system works.
At Duncan Aviation, we’ve also seen a couple of instances where the autopilot computer or yaw damper computer would disengage when the aileron trim motor is actuated.
Duncan Aviation released a four-part video series on Understanding FANS, the system that provides communication between the pilot and air traffic controller.
Extreme temperatures affect the accuracy of the Air Data Computer altitude display. With WAAS / LPV approaches, this is no longer a factor.
Does a pilot have to adhere to the VDP missed point when a VDP icon displays on the profile view of a WAAS approach plate?
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.
The glow-in-the-dark Tritium "EXIT" signs that may be installed in Falcon aircraft are being phased out due to the emission of low levels of radiation. These emissions have been deemed sensitive to some local regulations.