Aircraft Window Condensation Can Cause Avionics Instrument Corrosion
As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
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As condensation collects on the windshield of our aircraft, it has to drip somewhere. And that somewhere is directly on this units below.
As the pre-owned aircraft market stabilizes, the Bombardier Global Express XRS has solidified its status as the top-tier value choice for ultra-long-range travel. Offering intercontinental reach and a proven platform at a significant discount compared to newer models, the XRS represents a strategic entry point for value-conscious operators. The following analysis breaks down the current pricing trends, critical value drivers, and the competitive landscape for this enduring market leader.
The precision of an aircraft’s Environmental Control System depends on small, often-overlooked temperature sensors. These units act as miniature vacuums, drawing in cabin air, along with dust and debris, to provide the real-time data necessary for passenger comfort. This article explores why regular cleaning and maintenance of these sensors is critical to ensuring the ECS delivers the precise climate control it was engineered to provide.
It’s a common question that many operators hesitate to ask, but the answer is a definitive no. In reality, regular gas-path cleaning is a vital pillar of preventive maintenance, especially for aircraft operating in salt air or polluted environments. A strategic wash schedule is your best defense against performance loss and the high cost of corrosion.
Affecting 600+ aircraft, these Learjet aileron Service Bulletins require specialized NDT inspections and structural modifications. Duncan Aviation’s experts break down the requirements, downtime expectations, and why choosing the right facility is vital.
Scammers are counting on you not to closely examining the actual details of the email. It is in the details where you will find the red flags.
After September 2022, owner/operators who have not upgraded their software to version 6.1 or higher will lose access to the Nav Database.
The phrase source equipment pertains to any device installed in the aircraft that provides either an audio or video input to the CMS.
Keep up to date on the third revision to Service Bulletin AS907-72-9084 for the Honeywell AS907 series engines
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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.