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A stunning new paint job can transform an aircraft, but a non-compliant registration number will quickly ground it. Under 14 CFR Part 45, the FAA enforces strict geometric rules for your tail number. Before you finalize your custom livery, make sure your design meets these non-negotiable dimensions.
Tracing an intermittent component failure on a static test bench is a frustrating guessing game. Fortunately, you are already carrying the solution. Documenting a live squawk with your smartphone camera provides technicians with unmistakable visual evidence, eliminating vague diagnostic loops and ensuring the problem gets fixed right the first time.
Is radar spoking cluttering your cockpit display? Whether it's caused by high-altitude arcing, external interference, or a recent maintenance, tracking down the source can be tricky. Keep reading to learn the common causes of radar anomalies and the essential troubleshooting questions to help you isolate the issue fast.
Tight maintenance schedules shouldn't ground your avionics upgrades. While MROs prioritize large, multi-shop jobs, Duncan Aviation’s Satellite shops offer a flexible alternative. Read how our teams can efficiently handle everything from connectivity installations to critical flight deck upgrades without the long wait times.
When buying or selling a business aircraft, there’s a big difference between how a model looks on a spreadsheet and how it performs in everyday operations. Keep reading to explore how real-world data from Duncan Aviation’s own active Flight Department bridges this gap, giving our Sales & Acquisitions team unique, practical insights that help clients minimize risk, clarify the realities of ownership, and find the perfect mission fit.
Proper maintenance of starter and generator terminal blocks is critical for aircraft safety and reliability. A seemingly small issue, such as a loose wire or incorrect torque, can cause catastrophic failure through arcing, rapidly leading to melting, component disintegration, and potential damage to the surrounding aircraft structure.
The term situational awareness is frequently used in aviation, but what does it actually mean for a pilot in the flight deck? And how can modern avionics, like the Garmin G600 TXi, take that awareness to the next level? Watch this video and learn.
Aircraft buyers and sellers often face a significant question: What exactly constitutes damage history, and how does it affect an aircraft's value? This question is more complex than it seems, as damage is a subjective concept with no universal standard. To shed light on this issue, we spoke with three sales representatives from Duncan Aviation's Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions: Ann Pollard, Tim Barber, and Doug Roth.
Now that the Gogo 5G network is complete, Gogo is focusing on updating customers’ service and experiences on their licensed 3G/4G network by upgrading to AVANCE L3 or AVANCE L5 connectivity platforms, the latest LTE network technology.
When overhauling a Vertical Gyro, most facilities stop at replacing the components mandated by the Component Maintenance Manual. While this meets the requirements for returning the gyro to service, Duncan Aviation goes further, prioritizing what is right over what is merely required.
Follow these steps to troubleshoot classic Learjet spoileron systems.
There is only ONE way to safely and legally ship pressurized containers like oxygen cylinders, fire bottles, emergency air bottles, reservoirs, and water bottles. Keep reading to learn what that is.
During a typical business aircraft transaction, the Purchase Agreement is what is referenced when deciding what constitutes a discrepancy and who is responsible for paying for it. However, it provides little direction on how to perform the repair.
Most inspection tasks on the Honeywell AS907 (HTF7000) are straightforward, offering consistent turntimes and cost expectations. However, it's important to note that the Borescope inspections of turbine and compressor components can reveal issues that may extend downtime and increase costs
Gust locks lock the control column in place, preventing random movement and possible damage of the surface from wind while an aircraft is parked. It only takes a small investment to prevent damage that could cost tens of thousands of dollars and hours to repair.