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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.
Duncan Aviation's FANS 1/A webinar, hosted by Justin Vena, will be held in mid-December. In the meantime, checkout this four-part video series on Understanding Future Air Navigation Systems.
Duncan Aviation released a four-part video series on Understanding FANS, the system that provides communication between the pilot and air traffic controller.
To effectively troubleshoot an aircraft autopilot, it's helpful to first understand how the autopilot system works.
At Duncan Aviation, we’ve also seen a couple of instances where the autopilot computer or yaw damper computer would disengage when the aileron trim motor is actuated.
We've received several inquiries regarding the replacement of the flap actuators on Learjet 40/45 aircraft per SB 40-27-31 & 45-27-47.
The glow-in-the-dark Tritium "EXIT" signs that may be installed in Falcon aircraft are being phased out due to the emission of low levels of radiation. These emissions have been deemed sensitive to some local regulations.
A number of KHF-950 HF components have been squawked as being stuck in transmit mode, or the frequency is changing on the controller every time a transmit is attempted. However, there were no faults found with the suspected units.
Does a pilot have to adhere to the VDP missed point when a VDP icon displays on the profile view of a WAAS approach plate?
Extreme temperatures affect the accuracy of the Air Data Computer altitude display. With WAAS / LPV approaches, this is no longer a factor.
GE is recommending the replacement of the fuel valve thrust bushing be complied with as soon as possible before the fuel control has accumulated 10,000 hours.