Maintenance News

GLASS PANEL SAVINGS IN JANUARY!!!!

Doug Bramer — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:35:17 +0000

Special Pricing Available!!!!!!!

**The Aspen EFD1000 Pro installed in your aircraft for $11,995.00*.**

· Integral ADAHRS, backup battery and emergency GPS · Integral altitude alerter · GPS flight plan map views: 360º & Arc

· Full EHSI with dual bearing pointers · Dual GPS, dual VHF nav support · Autopilot & flight director integration

· Integral GPS Steering · Base map with curved flight paths · Traffic, weather overlays

Contact Doug Bramer for details
812-246-4696, ext 701.

* does not include taxes, shipping, or misc. materials required to meet STC requirements. Price is for standard aircraft configurations.

Aspen Avionics Announces Holiday Rebate for EFD1000

Doug Bramer — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:02:59 +0000

EFD 1000 Limited Time Promotion

Effective 11/09/09, Aspen Avionics will provide a $500 Cash-Back promotion for the purchase of the EFD 1000 Pro system.

This limited-time offer will send aircraft owners a check for $500 if they buy the EFD1000 Pro between November 9th and December 31st, 2009.

Rebate coupon submissions from the consumer must be postmarked by January 31, 2010 and must be accompanied by a valid invoice or receipt showing the EFD1000 Pro PFD serial number.

Avidyne Announces EX600 MFD

Doug Bramer — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:05:08 +0000

Avidyne has announced the EX600 as the replacement to the EX500. Here is a quick rundown as to the features and benefits:

Larger screen – The EX600 will have a screen that is 5.8”X4.61” making it the same size in the panel as the GMX200
Map Panning – They have added a Pan feature to the map page enabling the user to pan to virtually any were on the map to view weather, airspace, etc.
Operating System – The operating system is the same basic easy to use system as the EX500 just on a larger display (40% more Pixels than EX500)
Vibe Testing – The EX600 will go through vibration testing for certification into Helicopters
RDR Interfaces – It will offer the same interfaces using the same pin outs as the EX500

Pricing will be the same as the EX500 and they will be offering a trade in program for EX500 customers with EX600 shipments beginning Mid-December.

Call Doug Bramer at 812-246-4696, ext 701, for details.

Garmin Announces new Rebates!!!!

Doug Bramer — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:21:12 +0000

Purchase a qualifying aviation product and receive up to $7,000USD via mail-in rebate. Limit 1 rebate per customer. (Offer valid between October 19, 2009 and December 31, 2009. Postmark deadline is January 30, 2010.)

G600 - $2,000 Rebate

GNS500W Series $1,000 Rebate

GNS400W Series $500 Rebate

GTS Series (Traffic) $1,000 Rebate

GWX 68 (Radar) $1,000 Rebate

GDL69 (XM Weather) $500 Rebate

Contact Doug Bramer at 812-246-4696 ext 701. or bramer@asicharter.com for details.

Garmin Discontinues GPSMAP 296/396

Doug Bramer — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:03:59 +0000

Effective immediately, Garmin will discontinue production of new GPSMAP 296 & GPSMAP 396
units. Garmin will continue to support and service units that are in the field for the foreseeable future.

Remember, Garmin has lowered the prices on the GPSMAP495/496 series. Listed below are current prices:
Part Number Description Price
010-00573-00 GPSMAP 495, Americas $1,299.00
010-00573-01 GPSMAP 495, Atlantic $1,299.00
010-00573-02 GPSMAP 495, Pacific $1,299.00
010-00578-01 GPSMAP 496, Atlantic $1,499.00
010-00578-00 GPSMAP 496, Americas $1,999.00

SAIB CE-10-01-Cessna twin engine reciprocating engine powered airplanes

Doug Bramer — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:47:51 +0000

SPECIAL AIRWORTHINESS INFORMATION BULLETIN
SAIB: CE-10-01
SUBJ: Fuel: Fuel Tank Selector Valve Systems Date: October 5, 2009
This is information only. Recommendations aren’t mandatory.
Introduction
This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) is to inform you of an airworthiness concern on Cessna twin engine reciprocating engine powered airplanes. However, this issue may be applicable to other airplanes that use a detented fuel selector valve system.
At this time, this airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant AD action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.
Background
During the fourth flight of the day, a Cessna Model 402C experienced a total loss of engine power on both engines due to several missed opportunities to detect, investigate, and correct an apparent lack of detent positions in the fuel tank selector valve system. This lack of detectable detents led to failure of the fuel tank selector valve to move to the commanded position. This condition was not identified by the pilot in command during preflight and normal procedures or by maintenance personnel during maintenance inspections.
The Cessna Pilots Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual consistently states to “Feel for Detent” throughout the preflight, normal, amplified, and emergency procedures sections of the POH/AFM. Additionally, the various service and maintenance manuals require operational checks, which include a “feel for the detents”, binding and smooth operation, inspections and checks for condition, security and servicing.
The maintenance manual also clearly states a Caution which advises: “IF A DEFINITE DETENT IS NOT PRESENT IN EACH POSITION, THE SYSTEM IS IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED”
The term “Service” is used consistently throughout the Cessna documentation to convey a multi-faceted approach to maintaining the airplane systems. Servicing may include the need to perform tasks such as inspection, cleaning, and lubrication at certain intervals as defined in the maintenance manual.
Additionally, FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1B, Chapter 8, Section 2, Paragraph 8-34 offers the following guidance with respect to fuel tank selector valves:
“c. Selector Handles. Check the operation of each handle or control to see that it indicates the actual position of the selector valve to the placard location. Movement of the selector handle should be smooth and free of binding. Assure that stops and detents have positive action and smooth operational feel. Worn or missing detents and stops can cause unreliable positioning of the fuel selector valve.”
Recommendations
The FAA recommends that owners, operators, and maintenance personnel thoroughly review, understand, and adhere to the information published in the documentation identified above, which addresses the need to evaluate the performance and identify the service requirements to properly maintain the fuel tank selector valve system. Failure to do so can have serious consequences as identified above.

Garmin Holiday Specials

Doug Bramer — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:20:27 +0000

Holiday Specials! Rebate for the GPSMAP 695/696 and

Price Reduction for the eLearning Program

Garmin announces a $300 rebate for their popular GPSMAP 695/696 portable products. Additionally, customers can purchase the GPSMAP 695/696 eLearning Program for a discounted price of $74.95. This portable rebate offer and eLearning price reduction begins October 7, 2009 and expires December 31, 2009.

Price Reduction on GPSMAP 495/496

Just in time for the Holiday shopping season, Garmin is pleased to offer reduced pricing on the GPSMAP 495/496. The following price are effective immediately:

Part Number Description List

010-00573-00 GPSMAP 495, Americas $1,299.00

010-00573-01 GPSMAP 495, Atlantic $1,299.00

010-00573-02 GPSMAP 495, Pacific $1,299.00

010-00578-01 GPSMAP 496, Atlantic $1,499.00

010-00578-00 GPSMAP 496, Americas $1,999.00

Contact Doug Bramer at Aircraft Specialists, to place your order today.

Aircraft Specialists, Inc.
6005 Propeller Lane
Sellersburg, IN 47172

Office 812-246-4696 ext. 701
Fax 812-246-4365
bramer@asicharter.com

Aspen Receives AML-STC for MFDs and Weather Receiv

Doug Bramer — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:19:18 +0000

Aspen Avionics received from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) its Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML-STC) for the EFD500 Multi-Function Display (MFD); the EFD1000 MFD; and the EWR50 Weather Receiver. This certification, combined with the TSO (Technical Standard Order) certification granted to the company nearly two weeks ago, authorizes installation of Aspen’s MFDs and weather receivers into over 650 airplane makes and models, representing the majority of single-engine airplanes and light twins in the general aviation fleet, and all of its most popular models.

Call Doug Bramer today to receive a quote for your aircraft.

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C Michael Jones — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:11:55 +0000

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Aspen Avionics

Doug Bramer — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:05:34 +0000

Aspen Avionics receives TSO of MFDs and V2.0 Software. They expect to have the STC and updated installation manual imminently.