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.
This issue of Talking to the Principal is about how a CMS is more than just inflight entertainment and how obsolete technology could be putting your aircraft at risk of not being able to dispatch on schedule.
Listen as representatives from Collins Aerospace and Duncan Aviation provide an overview of the Venue Cabin Management System. Stay for the open Q&A at the end.
The purchase or sale of an aircraft is complex and the terminology can often be confusing. Here we offer a simplified explanation of the transition of an aircraft from Available for Sale to Sold.
For Bombardier Global aircraft, there is a recommended weld repair available, giving operators the option of repairing the assembly instead of replacing it. Keep reading.
The logbook is the written record and true representation of an aircraft's history. Whatever impacts an aircraft, whether maintenance, parts, life-limited components, inspections, etc., it requires documentation in the form of a logbook entry.
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The software upgrade improves an identified safety issue to avoid unintended engine shutdown, loss of thrust control, increased N2 field margin, enhanced engine fault detection, and enhanced engine systems monitoring.
Keep reading to learn about our recommendation to optimize the life of your mainship batteries on a Falcon 7x
Paint processes, technician experience, product durability, regular maintenance, and environmental conditions all affect how well an aircraft finish wears.
When performing visual inspections of the pneumatic boots, you may find the following types of common damage that reduce optimal performance of your de-icing system.