“A level playing field is a concept about fairness, not that each player has an equal chance to succeed, but that they all play by the same set of rules. A metaphorical playing field is said to be level if no external interference affects the ability of theplayers to compete fairly. Government regulations tend to provide such fairness, since all participants must abide by the same rules.” — Wikipedia.org
D.O.M. News
06/01/2013 - 12:00
I serve on various committees that focus on the regulatory arena and impending FAA guidance materials under review. I was asked recently to look at a draft FAA Order titled “8300.x Major Repair and Alteration Data Approval.” As I read through the document, I couldn’t believe some of what I was reading. A great analogy for the situation we find ourselves in, as it pertains to FAA field approvals, is one many of you will be familiar with.
06/01/2013 - 12:00
If you were to ask me to pick one word to describe Stephen Maiden, president of Constant Aviation, I would choose the word “passion.” This month, D.O.M. magazine sat down with Maiden to learn about his career in aviation maintenance, how his passion for aviation has helped him be successful, and some of the lessons he has learned along his journey to where he is today.
05/28/2013 - 07:25
Locatory.com, an IT company supporting the aviation industry with IT-based Supply Chain Optimisation solutions worldwide, is further expanding its already extensive list of online spare parts trading platform partners. The company has recently signed a cooperation agreement with Engineering - the Aviation Maintenance Holding which is the largest independent MRO service provider in Russia.
05/28/2013 - 07:03
Baker Aviation, a full-service aircraft maintenance, management and charter company in North Texas, recently received FAA Ops Specs approval to maintain Falcon 10, 20, 50, 900 and 2000 series aircraft.
05/21/2013 - 12:34
Aspen Avionics announces that Piper Aircraft Inc. has selected the Evolution Backup Display system for its Piper Archer and Seminole line of aircraft. The Evolution Backup Display is a fully digital, independent flight display system designed to replace mechanical backup instruments used in Part 23 glass panel installations. Previously announced was the approval for delivery of the Piper Seneca V-series aircraft with the Evolution Backup Display onboard.
05/21/2013 - 12:29
Geneva, Switzerland, May 21, 2013 – The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced today that Patrick Goudou, who has served as the executive director for the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) since its establishment in 2003, has been honored with the 2013 European Business Aviation Award.
The award was presented during a May 21 luncheon on the first day of the 13th annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2013), the only European exhibition focusing solely on business aviation.
05/05/2013 - 18:04
Morgantown, PA - Rigid Lifelines, a provider and manufacturer of engineered fall-protection systems and accessories, has launched a new Web site at www.rigidlifelines.com.
The site provides a comprehensive view of Rigid Lifeline's product line, including engineered fall-protection systems and a complete line of soft goods and system accessories. Links to the newest products and innovations can be found on the home page. The Rigid Lifelines mobile site is compatible with iOS5, Android 2.3x and 3x and Blackberry OS7+.
05/05/2013 - 18:02
East Alton, IL - West Star Aviation recently announced its plans to consolidate and expand the service capabilities at East Alton, IL (ALN), Grand Junction, CO (GJT), and Columbia, SC (CAE). This consolidation includes the sale of West Star’s Dallas (DAL) facility to Waypoint Holding LLC. The DAL facility is the only location included in the sale.
05/05/2013 - 17:59
Battle Creek, MI - Duncan Aviation, in partnership with Rockwell Collins, announces the first completion of a Rockwell Collins Ascend IMS-3500 information management server on the Citation XLS+ platform under Rockwell Collins’ approved model list (AML) supplemental type certification (STC).
Duncan Aviation avionics team members installed the aircraft information manager system, which allows for secure, remote and wireless data transfer capabilities to Pro Line 4- and Pro Line 21-equipped aircraft, in a Citation XLS+ at Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek location.
05/05/2013 - 17:57
Addison, TX - Baker Aviation, a full-service aircraft maintenance, management and charter company in North Texas, recently announced a new limited-time introductory offer for Hawker inspections. The special Hawker rate includes 12-, 24-, or 48-month inspection programs with certain limitations.
05/05/2013 - 17:55
Sanford, FL - StarPort, a Cambata Aviation International LLC company, has appointed Joseph Doubleday as director of maintenance.
According to Roscoe Armstrong, StarPort's chief operating officer, says Doubleday will direct the day-to-day operations of the aircraft maintenance business, including avionics, overhaul and repair, refurbishment and paint.
05/01/2013 - 12:00
This is the final segment in a four-part series on the topic of electronic signatures. This month, we will discuss where the use of electronic signatures will be helpful and where they could create more problems than solutions.
First, I need to set the stage with a brief recap of what we previously covered on the topic of electronic signatures. I encourage you to go back and read through the previous three articles if you haven’t read them already. This article will make much more sense if you do.
The core purpose of AC 120-78
05/01/2013 - 12:00
Aviation is a global industry! Even if your operation is a domestic maintenance operation and all you work on are United States (“N”) registered aircraft, it still is a global industry. This was highlighted recently when a dispute arose between two maintenance shops regarding replacement engine mounts.
05/01/2013 - 12:00
We may not believe in magic, but some of our customers perceive that from us. When their aircraft has a problem they receive it back and the problem has disappeared, “it’s magically gone.” It took a lot of work blended with experience to make that magical moment happen. A pilot with an airline will not witness that magical moment because the aircraft they flew in will more than likely not be the aircraft they will fly out. All they know is that everything works. Just like the passengers, all they care about is the fact that everything works.
05/01/2013 - 12:00
The D.O.M. magazine staff was in Atlanta April 16-18 attending the MRO Americas show April 16-18. It was a busy show with lots of exhibitors on the show floor and plenty of attendees talking to them. It was an opportunity to learn about new products and services. It was also a chance to meet new people and catch up with friends I have made over the years.