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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.
Aircraft paint can beautifully reflect hours of painstaking care and preparation. Or it can cover a multitude of sins. The trouble is, you can’t always tell which applies to your aircraft until weeks, or even months after the job is finished.
AD 2010-07092 addresses an erroneous localizer or glideslope deviation indication could lead to the making of an approach off the localizer, which could result in impact with an obstacle or terrain.
After removal and reinstallation of the after-bodies for maintenance or engine change, take an extra step to avoid damage during deployment.
Learn about the effects of particulate matter contamination on aircraft engines and recommendations for operating in volcanic-ash conditions.
There are a few errors in the Learjet 60 Maintenance Manual in the procedures of complying with the Functional Test of the Cabin Pressure Warning System on Learjet 60 models.
Hawker 800 series aircraft equipped with SPZ-8000 were required to designate an RVSM critical zone forward of the static ports. This included the nose avionics bay doors.
In order for an autopilot to get an aircraft from Point A to Point B smoothly and safely, many components must work together; the main component being the autopilot computer.
Recently, Dassault Aviation released several service bulletins and Falcon Service Advisories announcing the installation of ‘wing tank modifications’ for all of the Falcon 50/900/2000 series aircraft.
If you have not completed PW SB 26243R2, then P&W recommends Part A of the SB be completed at the next convenient opportunity.
Don't let your engines end up on the DERB list! Some operators are experiencing the unfortunate effects of long-term storage when proper engine preservation procedures have not been followed.