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.
The wiring harnesses for nose wheel anti-skid transducers are known to break down internally which can cause intermittent anti-skid issues.
Business aircraft satellite television services for some early model systems will be discontinued in the continental United States as early as March 31st.
There is limited capacity for the Lear 40 & 45 8-year landing gear inspections coming due this summer.
We have successfully engineered the necessary tooling and test rigs for the 7X 48-month telescopic duct inspection requirement.
The regulatory requirements for a return to service for RVSM maintenance and inspections can be very confusing.
Our pre-buy evaluation checklist was created to detect the most commonly found discrepancies we see daily while performing routine and structural inspections.
Engine cracks have been found as small as a couple of millimeters to as long as six inches.
When replacing an ART-2000 or ART-2100 radar receiver transmitter with a loaner or replacement unit, make sure to check that the antenna switch settings are set to the proper flat plate.
All aircraft batteries, regardless of whether they're a ni-cad, lead acid or lithium, will require maintenance at some point and time. It is important to perform these maintenance checks at the required intervals and as instructed in the prescribed maintenance instructions.
The normal engine startup sequence removes power from the avionics system, causing it to drop offline. SB560XL-24-14R2 prevents this occurrence.