In winter, it takes very little ice at the bottom of the engine inlet area to prevent the fan from rotating freely, and a frozen fan can result in expensive engine damage upon starting.
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Approximately 98% of all beacon activations in the U.S. are false alerts. In 2021, ELTs accounted for 57%, despite comprising only 17% of the total registered beacons listed on the NOAA website.
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Aircraft operators may work for different companies and fly different make/model aircraft, but they all have the same concerns and questions when it comes to maintaining aircraft paint.
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This is what we recommend for a quicker, safer, and smaller SAR experience.
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Duncan Aviation has purchased all intellectual property, capabilities, and equipment for the DeVore FMG4400D Flash Measuring Gun.
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As a best practice, only use runners during maintenance events and bad weather. Then remove immediately after use to ensure nothing is trapped to cause damage to the carpet.
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How aware are you of 5G interference, and what are you doing to prepare for the expansion?
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If you’re not starting the conversation about scheduling your next maintenance needs a minimum of a year in advance, you are already 12 months behind the curve for a successful event.
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Over the years, we have published many article about the care and maintenance of aircraft batteries. We've collected them all in one location for your convenience.
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During autopilot-engaged flight, oscillations can occur in the roll, pitch or yaw axis. The most commonly squawked oscillation occurs in pitch and is often referred to as porpoising.
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Service Bulletin TFE731-79-5134 addresses oil leaks, low oil pressure, and in-flight shutdown events resulting from cracked No. 6 bearing oil supply tubes.
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There is no way around it; pre-purchase evaluations are complex events with a lot of participants and many moving parts.
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I get this question from time to time. The short answer is yes, but ONLY if you understand how this limitation will affect the task being performed. Keep reading.
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When an aircraft is parked in direct sunlight, the dark tint of sunshields absorbs heat and interior fold-out sunscreens reflect it back into the window. Both can damage the acrylic material on the window, causing irreparable and expensive damage.
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In a recent move, the FAA has removed the prerequisite that requires aircraft operators who fly in RVSM airspace to have an FAA-approved RVSM Maintenance program.
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