In This Issue
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Fastlane Dramatically Shrinks TFE731 MPI, CZI Turn Times |
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Troubleshooting the Honeywell 36-150W APU |
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StandardAero Employee Kirk Sanderbeck Takes Pitot-Static Systems Seriously |
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Unapproved Parts Cost Operators |
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StandardAero’s Springfield, Ill. facility (SPI): The Essence of MRO One-Stop-Shopping |
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Safe, Healthy Workplaces Produce Higher Quality Products, Services |
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that all guests be physically escorted within secure areas of aviation facilities. At Augusta (AGS), StandardAero recently introduced a unique solution called e-Escort (electronic escorting) that complies with DHS regulations without the intrusion of a physical escort. Read more...
In response to customer input, StandardAero is reopening its TFE731 major periodic inspection (MPI) shop in Springfield, Ill. (SPI), and re-establishing the service center’s “one-stop-shop” capability for operators. Read more...
In appreciation of its loyal customers, StandardAero is offering free technical training and customer celebrations throughout the year. In April, StandardAero’s Augusta, Ga., (AGS) and Houston, Texas (IAH) service centers hosted the first events with nearly 100 customers attending each one. Read more...
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The Left Seat
 Scott Taylor
SVP, Business Aviation
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Welcome to StandardAero’s new ‘Horizons’ newsletter. This being our first issue, I wanted to take a brief moment to introduce the publication and provide you with a snapshot of what Horizons is all about.
Horizons is about providing you with problem-solving tips that address your aviation needs and informing you about the latest industry trends and legislation affecting your operations. In addition, Horizons will serve as an additional resource for us to communicate with you on the improvements we’re making at StandardAero to make your service needs more convenient, less costly and with the highest degree of quality and reliability available.
Horizons is a quarterly publication for all StandardAero Business Aviation customers. As you’ll see in this issue, we’ve created sections for the broad range of stories offered. For example, TekTalk serves as the technical forum for our lead mechanics, crew chiefs, etc., to discuss a particular issue or circumstance relevant to engines, avionics, aerodynamics, paint, etc.
In each issue, Roundtable will contain information on the latest industry ‘buzz’ involving state-of-the-art avionics upgrades, new cabin management system and communications offerings, the latest in fuel-saving advancements, ‘green’ technologies and an endless array of other timely, industry trends and activities.
One area I’m particularly fond of is our GoldenAeros section. GoldenAeros highlights the men and women of StandardAero who provide the quality service for which we’ve long been known. Many of these individuals you may already know from our early days as Garrett Aviation and the quality reputation Garrett maintained throughout the industry; a reputation established and maintained by many of these same employees – today’s GoldenAeros! GoldenAeros will profile various individuals throughout StandardAero’s Business Aviation facilities. We’ll share with you their location, specialties, education, years of service, hobbies, etc., to provide you with a face to the talented team of individuals who keep you flying high and your downtime low.
Again, welcome to the new StandardAero Horizons. We hope you enjoy and as always, we welcome your feedback.
All the best,
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When it comes to turn times for TFE731 Major Periodic Inspections (MPI) and Core Zone Inspections (CZI), the industry isn’t keeping up with customer expectations. A recent study surveying 284 maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) customers showed an MPI takes three days longer than expected and a CZI takes nearly a week longer. The additional time results in extra operating costs for customers, making the inspections not only too long, but also costly. Read more...
For Hawker 800-series operators looking to optimize their operational budget, blended winglets by Seattle-based Aviation Partners International (API) offer significant savings and an immediate performance boost. An eco-friendly choice, they also help reduce your carbon footprint. Read more...
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Troubleshooting an aircraft on ground (AOG) takes a tremendous amount of experience, patience and a keen eye. Our team of expert Aircraft Maintenance technicians recently relied on all three while tackling a challenging Honeywell 36-150W auxiliary power unit (APU). Read more...
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It’s clear that Kirk Sanderbeck has a passion for pitot-static systems and enjoys passing on his expertise. The U.S. Air Force Vietnam veteran has been known to tutor employees, customers and FAA personnel on the intricacies and elegance of the aircraft’s pressure sensitive equipment. Read more...
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In recent years, some repair station owners and aircraft parts distributors have chosen to utilize undocumented, unapproved or counterfeit parts in aircraft maintenance and repairs. Several individuals have been convicted of this unlawful and dangerous practice. Read more...
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In each issue of Horizons, InsideOut will share with you some of the activities ongoing throughout the company’s various Business Aviation facilities in addition to its regular feature of profiling one of the company’s key operations. As our valued customers, we want to provide you information on what activities are performed where, to assist you in your business aviation services.
With over a quarter of a million square feet in office, shop and hangar space, more than 60 years experience in business aviation service excellence, full support capability on airframes (including structural repairs, paint and interior modifications), avionics and engines, StandardAero’s Springfield, Ill. facility (SPI) represents the essence of business aviation one-stop shopping. Read more...
Safety matters. Businesses spend $170 billion a year on costs associated with occupational injuries and illnesses, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The injuries and illnesses increase workers' compensation and retraining costs, absenteeism and faulty products, all of which are directly felt by customers. Read more...
Missed flights cost aircraft owners, operators and passengers time and money. When an aircraft is on ground (AOG), operators need fast response from qualified, experienced mobile service teams who are highly skilled in troubleshooting. Read more...
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