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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.
The generator control panel controls the voltage for generators that charge batteries, start motors and control the ground power unit. When working properly, these generators share the electrical load.
This is not a mandatory Service Bulletin, but it is highly recommended that all Falcon 2000EX operators take it seriously.
Because of our long history and experience with the Learjet aircraft, we know the most commonly exchanged parts and keep an inventory available to meet customer needs.
For the Pratt & Whitney 500 engine models, there are a number of Service Bulletins that have become hot items. These can be accomplished at access for cause but they will be addressed at either a Hot Section Inspection or overhaul, whichever occurs first.
If the static port on your Falcon 50B/EX has an added shim, extra caution is needed during removal as not to cause damage.
During the next walk around of your Falcon 2000, pay close attention to the small door roller bracket that is mounted on the aft lower corner of your opened baggage door.
When the landing gear actuators on the King Air 90 and 200 arrive at Duncan Aviation for overhaul, the first thing we inspect is the actuator screw and nut end play assembly.
The FAA has issued Airworthiness Directive AD2013-13-09 that requires three separate Service Bulletins to be accomplished within 12 months or 600 hours from August 6, 2013 on the Learjet 60 Brake System.
It is a very simple process to troubleshoot altitude and airspeed indicators if you have a spare indicator available.
The autopilot gets blamed for many squawks, such as aircraft porpoising, oscillating reaction and wing rock, among others. However, it may just be reacting to false readings it is receiving from the computers due to servo tach problems.