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Hourly-cost maintenance programs

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Bizjet engine OEMs offer multiple options to facilitate worry-free operations. By Owen Davies Contributing Writer medium-scale fleet operator once reported to us that he found it cheaper not to buy whole-aircraft maintenance programs from the airframer. Instead, he preferred to use separate maintenance programs for the airframe, engine, and avionics from the original equipment manufacturers […]

July 2018

Business jet and TP modifications

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OEM and third-party adaptations improve aircraft performance and keep them compliant with current regulations. By Shannon Forrest ATP/CFII. Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer West Star Aviation can perform a wide range of interior refurbishment on aircraft ranging from turboprops to heavy jets. roduct modification induces an interesting psychological phenomenon. Some people are satisfied with a […]

May 2023

Health monitoring systems

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The introduction of sensors has made flight operations safer and more reliable, and has simplified maintenance. By Owen Davies Contributing Writer Bombardier is a pioneer in aircraft health monitoring systems for business jets. ircraft health monitoring systems (AHMS), aircraft health management, predictive maintenance, prognostics and health management, and health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS) are […]

Business jet and TP modifications

Pre-owned turboprops and jets

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Certified aircraft programs and refurbished airframes are detailed. By Shannon Forrest ATP/CFII. Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer The Bombardier pre-owned certification ensures the aircraft meets manufacturer standards prior to resale. The 605 remains a popular airframe in 2024. he Covid-19 pandemic affected the air travel industry in a multitude of ways. The most deleterious effects […]

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