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When it comes to modifying or altering the interior of your business aircraft, missing documentation significantly slows down the progress of your project and could require the re-creation of lost documentation.
Most aircraft use some type of hydraulics in their configuration. Whether it be actuation, braking or shock absorption, these systems rely on the internal seals' integrity to function correctly.
A little understanding on how radar stabilization works can help both the flight crew determine erroneous return information, and assist the maintenance technicians tasked with troubleshooting the system.
Keep reading to learn the two steps to clear the Critical PAS/SBAS/WAAS messages after the FC06 update.
Selecting the right make/model is one of your most important decisions, when acquiring or upgrading a business aircraft.
Intermittent failures like failure to deploy, failure to stow and intermittent unlocked light or operation may be caused by the Flex Shaft Lock.
Lear 45 operators approaching the 10-year life limit of the spindle have two options: replace the spindle or replace the spindle assembly. Each option has its benefits and drawbacks.
These standoff brackets have a tendency to crack if the aft door rubber bumper stop is out of adjustment.
Falcon 50, Falcon 20, King Air 200 and 1900D aircraft making trips to Europe need to be aware of a recent EASA AD.
If left on for too long, heat buildup from inside the lenses can cause them to melt. The only way to avoid these issues entirely is by switching to the new lamp technology.
December 31, 2011, is the deadline for AD 2005-05-15 for operators of TFE731-3, -3A, -3AR, -3R -3B, and -3BR engines installed on the following aircraft...
During recent C3 inspections, extensive corrosion in the lower ramps skin on several reverser buckets have been discovered.
In addition to Dassault Falcon Jet’s latest cold weather Service Advisory, care is needed when parking your F50 outside to make sure that snow or ice does not accumulate under the airbrakes.
I just helped out an operator with a cabin door binding issue who was in a very cold part of the country where the aircraft sat for five days in the freezing rain, sleet and snow.
When the on-board microwave is in use, several operators have reported to Duncan Aviation avionics techs an intermittent interruption in Wi-Fi service while using laptops or personal electronic devices (PED), such as BlackBerrys or iPhones.