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.
Holding a 40-pound generator above your head while aligning splines and mounting tabs and installing a clamp is a little too much for one person and could lead to damage of the starter generator.
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.
Gulfstream has released three Service Bulletins for the G150 aircraft, and the company recommends that all three be taken care of at the same time.
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 upper top skins of the pylons are prone to ramp standing water and is a "hot spot" for corrosion.
What removes lipstick from fabric and leather? This informal guide will help.
How poor tool control nearly took out an entire main hydraulic system.
An informal guide to the maintenance of your exterior finish.
Aircraft attract lightning and every strike has its own personality. Even a suspected strike reported from the pilots warrants a detailed inspection.
Upgrading your aircraft with a new Universal FMS will help take your aircraft into the 21st century operationally and protect its value.