<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?><!-- generator=Zoho Sites --><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><atom:link href="https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/Specialized-Services/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>SEAL Aviation - News , Specialized Services</title><description>SEAL Aviation - News , Specialized Services</description><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/Specialized-Services</link><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:42:39 -0700</lastBuildDate><generator>http://zoho.com/sites/</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Dassault Falcon Dry Bay Mod SB 329-R4]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Dassualt-Falcon-Dry-Bay-Mod</link><description><![CDATA[Dassault Falcon has updated Service Bulletin 329 to revision 4 Wing Tank Modification for Falcon 900EX, 900EX EASy and 900DX models]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_gMRSSwXwSv-w4GI5C_6gzQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_-iaxq4r0RGucrPuLJUZy3Q" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_jm5b5MoZSEqSJDxi4A3Lqw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_ESKKeTFDQAC6DpZED23l7g" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center zpheading-align-mobile-center zpheading-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><span><b>SEAL Aviation can perform Falcon Service Bulletin 329-R4 Wing Tank Modification, anywhere in the world.</b></span></h2></div>
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/Aviation%20Pics/DASSAULT%20FALCON%20DRY%20BAY%20MOD%20DIRECT%20CROP%20RS.jpg" size="fit" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_RXdHIIlEQ1SrVM-1rxlnpA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p><span><span>Dassault Falcon has updated Service Bulletin 329 to revision 4 Wing Tank Modification for Falcon 900EX, 900EX EASy and 900DX models. A Dassault Falcon analysis&nbsp;of rare high-speed runway excursions has revealed that, in case of a main landing gear leg failure due to overloads, the subsequent wing damage may cause a potential fuel spill.&nbsp;The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to prevent such a fuel spill&nbsp;by installing a sealed boundary between ribs No. 4 and 5 in front of the rear wing spar.</span></span></p></div>
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/Aviation%20Pics/dry%20bay%20assy%20crop%20rs.jpg" size="original" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_M9OY5UfiQz5kkyiLbTtYAg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p><span><span>Complying with SB329-R4 requires removing the structural lower wing panel, installing drainage capability, installing the boundary between ribs No. 4 and 5, and finally sealing the boundary and performing a test for leakage.&nbsp;</span></span></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_1Igly1Hqbo-Ep2IciFmGhg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p></p><div><div align="left"><span>As per the Service Bulletin, this repair constitutes complex structural rework activity that&nbsp;<b>should only be accomplished at service centers that have relevant experience working on Falcon aircraft</b>&nbsp;and have a high level of competency in the following areas:</span></div><div align="left"><span><br/></span></div><div align="left"><ul><li><span>Work on primary structure</span></li><li><span>Metal work</span></li><li><span>Precision Adjustment</span></li><li><span>Non-destructive testing for cracks</span></li></ul></div><div align="left"><span><br/></span></div><div align="left"><span><p><span>SEAL Aviation meets all of the stated requirements by having the capability to deploy SEAL Aviation Combined Services for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/structural-repair" target="_blank" name="l_1"><span>Structural Repair</span></a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/about-non-destructive-testing" target="_blank" name="l_2"><span>NDT</span></a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/fuel-leak-repair" target="_blank" name="l_3"><span>Fuel Tank Maintenance</span></a>&nbsp;to comply with this Service Bulletin. Additionally the SEAL Aviation team has the ability to perform this modification at your location as well as our Fort Pierce, Florida hangar location. Our team of experts possesses the required tooling, parts and manpower to complete this repair quickly and efficiently. All it takes is one call to SEAL Aviation and you can rest assured that this modification is being completed by the best Dassault Falcon experts in the industry.</span></p></span></div></div><p></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:09:58 -0400</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEAL Aviation Added to Network of Falconjet Winglet Installers]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/seal-aviation-added-to-network-of-falconjet-winglet-installers</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/Dassault Falcon 2000 winglets crop rs.jpg"/>We are proud to announce that Aviation Partners has expanded their Dassault Falcon Winglet installation network to include SEAL Aviation as its mobile installation team.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_ujs-U0UiS5WyJGwWktqzcQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_NycRcmOqS4m4npnCaLjMaQ" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_o8K22n9rQJG8NQqnbVHWRg" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_eXnujEtFQRajEI6x4gltag" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="color:inherit;">Aviation Partners Has Expanded to Include SEAL as Their Mobile Installation Option</span></h2></div>
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/Aviation%20Pics/Dassault%20Falcon%202000%20winglets%20crop%20rs.jpg" size="fit" alt="API Winglets installed on a Dassault Falcon 2000" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span><figcaption class="zpimage-caption zpimage-caption-align-center"><span class="zpimage-caption-content">API Winglets installed on a Dassault Falcon 2000</span></figcaption></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_VzPfzq0kRi-YW0iy8tTHSw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;">We are proud to announce that Aviation Partners has expanded their Dassault Falcon Winglet installation network to include SEAL Aviation as its mobile installation team. With this network expansion, SEAL Aviation joins a select group of MRO specialists that are authorized to perform this modification. Customers will now have the option to leverage the mobile capabilities of SEAL Aviation and have API Winglet installation performed at their location. Additionally, SEAL Aviation can assist our regular South Florida customers at our brand new Fort Pierce hangar.</span></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_K7JZ0cP1QgHXDFS_MqPZyQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;">API Winglets reduce wingtip vortex, resulting in less drag, lower fuel burn and superior climb and cruise performance. As one of the most popular and impactful modifications available on Dassault Falcon business jets, Winglet-equipped aircraft sell faster, and at higher resale prices, as well.</span></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_HsDuuTZhEY8kt3yReD-KDQ" data-element-type="image" class="zpelement zpelem-image "><style> @media (min-width: 992px) { [data-element-id="elm_HsDuuTZhEY8kt3yReD-KDQ"] .zpimage-container figure img { width: 1110px ; height: 938.64px ; } } </style><div data-caption-color="" data-size-tablet="" data-size-mobile="" data-align="center" data-tablet-image-separate="false" data-mobile-image-separate="false" class="zpimage-container zpimage-align-center zpimage-tablet-align-center zpimage-mobile-align-center zpimage-size-fit zpimage-tablet-fallback-fit zpimage-mobile-fallback-fit hb-lightbox " data-lightbox-options="
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/Aviation%20Pics/DASSAULT%20FALCON%20900ex%20PLANK%20REMOVED%20TO%20REPAIR%20FUEL%20LEAKS%20CROP%20RS.jpg" size="fit" alt="Preparing to reseal a Dassault Falcon 900EX wing plank" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span><figcaption class="zpimage-caption zpimage-caption-align-center"><span class="zpimage-caption-content">Preparing to reseal a Dassault Falcon 900EX wing plank</span></figcaption></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_AkR39DbeRHub5SPCURzLDQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;">SEAL Aviation has the distinction of being the only authorized MRO with the capability to perform this modification at the customers location. SEAL Aviation operates as a mobile company which enables us to extend this convenience to Aviation Partners customers looking to install their popular Winglets. Our technicians have decades of experience repairing and maintaining Dassault Falcon aircraft so you can rest assured that no matter where we perform this modification, you are getting the best maintenance service and pricing in the industry.</span></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_FbDhS1WGgPXIdVxwcmGGPA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;"><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/" target="_blank" name="l_2">SEAL Aviation</a><span style="font-size:16px;">&nbsp;is a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/certifications" target="_blank" name="l_3">Part 145 repair station</a><span style="font-size:16px;">&nbsp;that operates a mobile company which has the capability to provide&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/structural-repair" target="_blank" name="l_4">heavy structural repairs</a><span style="font-size:16px;">,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/fuel-leak-repair" target="_blank" name="l_5">fuel leak repairs</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, and&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/about-non-destructive-testing" target="_blank" name="l_6">non-destructive testing</a><span style="font-size:16px;">&nbsp;for your aircraft, anywhere in the world. SEAL Aviation is an&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/certifications" target="_blank" name="l_7">FAA, EASA, Mexico and Canada authorized repair station</a><span style="font-size:16px;">&nbsp;and SEAL Aviation NDT Techs are&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/certifications" target="_blank" name="l_8">SNT-TC-1A, NAS410, EASA and Cessna/Citation NDT Certified</a><span style="font-size:16px;">.</span></span></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:30:29 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gulfstream G280 Service Bulletin Due to 'Insufficiently Fatigue Resistant Design']]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Gulfstream-G280-SB-280-57-277</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/cover.jpg"/>Gulfstream G280 owners with serial numbers 2001-2189 will be required to comply with Service Bulletin 280-57-277 "Cold Working of Holes in Lower Skin Stringer 3 Common to Outboard Feed Tank Lower Bracket"]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_js8PpvwnSs6eP_arOrakUw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_sVfa4bj-RuilANAyKarhbA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_qYEXMNchTPSTnf60KHcPWQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_xo20NlIaRXumlE0y6Qgzzw" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_xo20NlIaRXumlE0y6Qgzzw"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="color:inherit;">Cold Working Fastener Holes Is Now Required</span></h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_KHp6KNcsQJS81Rkp2ImHSw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_KHp6KNcsQJS81Rkp2ImHSw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">Gulfstream G280 owners with serial numbers 2001-2189 will be required to comply with Service Bulletin 280-57-277 &quot;Cold Working of Holes in Lower Skin Stringer 3 Common to Outboard Feed Tank Lower Bracket&quot;. This Service Bulletin calls for an inspection of the stringer around the three fastener holes and the stringer at the lower outboard end of the feeder tank for cracks. If no cracks are found, cold work is to be performed on the holes.</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"><p><br></p></span></div>
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/3%20fastener%20holes.jpg" width="415" height="537.22" loading="lazy" size="fit" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_Y0JY-eOKHNiuEwwh3NpkNQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_Y0JY-eOKHNiuEwwh3NpkNQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">This Service Bulletin has been issued in response to Gulfstream discovering 'the design was found to be insufficiently fatigue resistant, concentrated around three holes'. It is recommended that this task be accomplished concurrently with SB 280-57-182 &quot;Wings - Enlarging Corner Holes on Feed Tank Bracket&quot;. </span></p><p></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_ReUaP3pxl-5-P3J8UJLHtw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_ReUaP3pxl-5-P3J8UJLHtw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">SEAL Aviation is prepared to assist our customers with Service Bulletin 280-57-277. The SEAL Aviation Structural Team has the ability to access and inspect the fastener holes listed by Gulfstream. SEAL Aviation has the specialized tooling on-hand and has decades of experience cold working fastener holes on aircraft. Additionally, our mobile capabilities allow us to come to you to perform this maintenance, anywhere in the world!</span></p><p></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_w866aDWIbC0cJwopq5VrQw" data-element-type="image" class="zpelement zpelem-image "><style> @media (min-width: 992px) { [data-element-id="elm_w866aDWIbC0cJwopq5VrQw"] .zpimage-container figure img { width: 1080px ; height: 1229.02px ; } } @media (max-width: 991px) and (min-width: 768px) { [data-element-id="elm_w866aDWIbC0cJwopq5VrQw"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:723px ; height:822.76px ; } } @media (max-width: 767px) { [data-element-id="elm_w866aDWIbC0cJwopq5VrQw"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:415px ; height:472.26px ; } } [data-element-id="elm_w866aDWIbC0cJwopq5VrQw"].zpelem-image { border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-caption-color="" data-size-tablet="" data-size-mobile="" data-align="center" data-tablet-image-separate="false" data-mobile-image-separate="false" class="zpimage-container zpimage-align-center zpimage-size-fit zpimage-tablet-fallback-fit zpimage-mobile-fallback-fit hb-lightbox " data-lightbox-options="
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/GULFSTREAM%20G280%20SB%20280-57-277%20cold%20working%20of%20holes%20in%20lower%20skin%20stringer%20crop%20rs.jpg" width="415" height="472.26" loading="lazy" size="fit" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_t-7-eQ4fZPwmdAKo4o3IkQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_t-7-eQ4fZPwmdAKo4o3IkQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-left " data-editor="true"><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:inherit;">President of SEAL Aviation, Jerel Bristol, reviewing Gulfstream Service Bulletin 280-57-277</span></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_8eu9SLqKe835215IC2M6HQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_8eu9SLqKe835215IC2M6HQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">SEAL Aviation is a part 145 repair station that operates a mobile company which has the capability to provide heavy structural repairs, fuel leak repairs, and non-destructive testing for your aircraft, anywhere in the world. SEAL Aviation is an FAA, EASA, Mexico authorized repair station and SEAL Aviation NDT Techs are SNT-TC-1A, NAS410, EASA and Cessna/Citation Certified. Click the button below to visit our website and request pricing.</span></p><p></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 14:27:05 -0400</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEAL Aviation Combined Services Work For You]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/SEAL-Aviation-Combined-Services-Work-For-You</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/NDT G200 SB 200-57-426 UT AND FUEL COMBINED.jpg"/>SEAL Aviation Services work together to benefit our customers - Gulfstream G200 Service Bulletin 200-57-426]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_0GsXCCy2Tsqpz-ViPO4e-Q" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_IXrRFCuDSkuyoLipMnt4gw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_4soYWFOtQLKH3K5LwGXpIA" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_g9-3yNmwTeqzqAqQDSGhzQ" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_g9-3yNmwTeqzqAqQDSGhzQ"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="color:inherit;">SEAL Aviation Services work together to benefit our customers - Gulfstream&nbsp; G200 Service Bulletin 200-57-426</span></h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_Sq3pyGkpX4dHEGmiQGT0uA" data-element-type="image" class="zpelement zpelem-image "><style> @media (min-width: 992px) { [data-element-id="elm_Sq3pyGkpX4dHEGmiQGT0uA"] .zpimage-container figure img { width: 1080px ; height: 1440.00px ; } } @media (max-width: 991px) and (min-width: 768px) { [data-element-id="elm_Sq3pyGkpX4dHEGmiQGT0uA"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:723px ; height:964.00px ; } } @media (max-width: 767px) { [data-element-id="elm_Sq3pyGkpX4dHEGmiQGT0uA"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:415px ; height:553.33px ; } } [data-element-id="elm_Sq3pyGkpX4dHEGmiQGT0uA"].zpelem-image { border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-caption-color="" data-size-tablet="" data-size-mobile="" data-align="center" data-tablet-image-separate="false" data-mobile-image-separate="false" class="zpimage-container zpimage-align-center zpimage-size-fit zpimage-tablet-fallback-fit zpimage-mobile-fallback-fit hb-lightbox " data-lightbox-options="
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                theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/Aviation%20Pics/721586504.jpg%20-1-.jpeg" width="415" height="553.33" loading="lazy" size="fit" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span><figcaption class="zpimage-caption zpimage-caption-align-center"><span class="zpimage-caption-content">SEAL Aviation Combined Services working together to perform a NDT inspection on a Gulfstream G200 for Service Bulletin 200-57-426</span></figcaption></figure></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_B6MKieEwEhf8DvWG-YlzUA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_B6MKieEwEhf8DvWG-YlzUA"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">Some aircraft maintenance events require skilled Aircraft Technicians to coordinate with NDT Technicians to satisfy the requirements of a repair or service bulletin. Usually this requires calling multiple companies and coordinating between their schedules which can extend downtime for maintenance. SEAL Aviation offers many of the services aircraft operators need to maintain aircraft including Fuel Leak Repair and Maintenance, Structural Repair, Non-destructive Testing, aircraft parts inventory and much more. SEAL Aviation Combined Services work together to provide the required services, personnel and supplies to reduce downtime and cost for our customers. </span></p><p></p><p></p></div>
</div><div data-element-id="elm_-0Z4AS1nQtQTHqD3C1FE4g" data-element-type="image" class="zpelement zpelem-image "><style> @media (min-width: 992px) { [data-element-id="elm_-0Z4AS1nQtQTHqD3C1FE4g"] .zpimage-container figure img { width: 1080px ; height: 1440.00px ; } } @media (max-width: 991px) and (min-width: 768px) { [data-element-id="elm_-0Z4AS1nQtQTHqD3C1FE4g"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:723px ; height:964.00px ; } } @media (max-width: 767px) { [data-element-id="elm_-0Z4AS1nQtQTHqD3C1FE4g"] .zpimage-container figure img { width:415px ; height:553.33px ; } } [data-element-id="elm_-0Z4AS1nQtQTHqD3C1FE4g"].zpelem-image { border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-caption-color="" data-size-tablet="" data-size-mobile="" data-align="center" data-tablet-image-separate="false" data-mobile-image-separate="false" class="zpimage-container zpimage-align-center zpimage-size-fit zpimage-tablet-fallback-fit zpimage-mobile-fallback-fit hb-lightbox " data-lightbox-options="
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_Z9VcoQZVxAIfZyuu55bWEw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_Z9VcoQZVxAIfZyuu55bWEw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">This Gulfstream G200 repair is a great example of how SEAL Aviation Combined Services work together to benefit our customers. Service Bulletin 200-57-426 Wing Flaps Fairing Seal Repair addresses flap fairing debonding and moisture intrusion that might lead to lower wing skin corrosion, cracking on both wings and reduced structural integrity of the wings. This Service Bulletin requires G200 aircraft to have corrosion removed on certain areas of the lower skin on both wings. Once the corrosion has been removed, the fairings are then resealed with fillet sealant and the area is then inspected by a Non-destructive Testing Technician. </span></p><p></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_ciI3bzFb6B2-fqjk_FrqJg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_ciI3bzFb6B2-fqjk_FrqJg"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">SEAL Aviation provides all the aircraft maintenance services required to address Service Bulletin 200-57-426. The SEAL Aviation <a href="/structural-repair" title="Structural Repair Team" rel="">Structural Repair Team</a> can remove any identified corrosion in coordination with the <a href="/fuel-leak-repair" title="Fuel Leak Repair Technicians" rel="">Fuel Leak Repair Technicians</a> to reseal the fairings. Finally, the <a href="/about-non-destructive-testing" title="Non-destructive Testing Team" rel="">Non-destructive Testing Team</a> can perform required inspections to fully comply with this Gulfstream airworthiness directive. SEAL Aviation Combined Services simplifies the customer experience by allowing us to provide all the maintenance services needed to satisfy most repairs or service bulletins.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_fsiC2WT12xBiq-Hi1tdqiA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_fsiC2WT12xBiq-Hi1tdqiA"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">SEAL Aviation Aircraft Repair Technicians also have direct access to a warehouse of aircraft parts via <a href="https://www.sealaeroparts.com/" title="sealaeroparts.com" rel="">sealaeroparts.com</a> to further reduce any potential downtime waiting for parts. All it takes is one call to SEAL Aviation and our team of experts will handle all the coordination, saving our customers downtime and cost. Our mobile capabilities combined with our wide selection of aircraft maintenance services makes SEAL Aviation the best choice for your AOG situation or scheduled maintenance.</span></p><p></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_jLHShlVdkjxw9DB9GKU7Rw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_jLHShlVdkjxw9DB9GKU7Rw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><span><span><span style="font-size:18px;">SEAL Aviation is a part 145 repair station that operates a mobile company which has the capability to provide heavy structural repairs, fuel leak repairs, and non-destructive testing for your aircraft, anywhere in the world. SEAL Aviation is an<a href="/certifications" title=" FAA, EASA, Mexico authorized repair station" rel=""> FAA, EASA, Mexico authorized repair station</a> and SEAL Aviation NDT Techs are <a href="/certifications" title="SNT-TC-1A, NAS410, EASA and Cessna/Citation Certified" rel="">SNT-TC-1A, NAS410, EASA and Cessna/Citation Certified</a>. Visit our website to learn more or request pricing.</span></span></span></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:27:12 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic Aircraft Maintenance ✈ Who to Trust]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Classic-Aircraft-Maintenance-Who-to-Trust</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/classic aircraft cropped.jpg"/>Classic aircraft require a diverse skill set and a higher level of care. SEAL Aviation is equipped to handle the unique challenges presented by classic aircraft.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_Wskkts_iS_W4IJl_tb1BVw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_exwAl_rlR6WZ7e9CV1-Jkw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Az5cfu7hQcWfZvRnl6lO-g" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Hw1UE4ecRC-fDGZU3SxRGQ" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_Hw1UE4ecRC-fDGZU3SxRGQ"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="color:inherit;">SEAL Aviation has years of experience maintaining and repairing vintage aircraft and warbirds</span></h2></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_60vb6e9cTNeRUtyGj-GnNw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_60vb6e9cTNeRUtyGj-GnNw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">When deciding who to call for <a href="/unique-aircraft" title="repairing a classic or vintage aircraft" target="_blank" rel="">repairing a classic or vintage aircraft</a>, the main factor most people consider is trust. Deciding who to trust with your investment can be a difficult task considering many repair stations will not maintain or repair vintage models. After all, classic aircraft require a diverse skill set and a higher level of care. SEAL Aviation is equipped to handle the unique challenges presented by classic aircraft.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 08:37:56 -0400</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Lower Wing Skin Replacement]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/metro-lower-wing-skin-replacement</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/SEAL AVIATION FABRICATING LOWER WING SKIN FOR METRO.jpg"/>SEAL Aviation was called out to evaluate a Metro for fuel leaks and corrosion. The corrosion was so severe that the existing wing skin was BER. At the time, a new wing skin was not available to procure. Undeterred by this setback, SEAL Aviation worked on a plan to fabricate a new lower wing skin.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_TDQ8p7TlR4q7KUPGEN79UA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_TDQ8p7TlR4q7KUPGEN79UA"].zpsection{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_VKCaswr3Q5ewum3QRtHWxA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_rPxOmJRATZWH8vaOUE9mTA" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_rPxOmJRATZWH8vaOUE9mTA"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_iZAn5muxTsCNrzOIuu7VSw" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_iZAn5muxTsCNrzOIuu7VSw"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center zpheading-align-mobile-center zpheading-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true">Corrosion and Fuel Leaks Are No Match for SEAL Aviation Combined Services<br/></h2></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_yonhBRQwQ9WWJ_mnoQ4Ggg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_yonhBRQwQ9WWJ_mnoQ4Ggg"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>SEAL Aviation was called out to evaluate a Metro SA227-AC for fuel leaks and corrosion. The corrosion was so severe that the existing lower wing skin had to be replaced and was beyond economic repair. At this time, a new wing skin was not available, fortunately, SEAL Aviation has the know-how to fabricate a new skin. Undeterred by this setback, SEAL Aviation worked on a plan with engineering to fabricate a new lower wing skin. This task would require intense coordination between all the SEAL Aviation Combined Services to ensure the repair is completed within our customers expected timeline.<br/></p></div>
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<div data-element-id="elm_2pe-QojLMY19q6pkTQlrgQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_2pe-QojLMY19q6pkTQlrgQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>First, the SEAL Aviation Structural Repair Team was tasked with removing the damaged lower wing skin. This also allowed us easier access to any fastener holes or corroded areas on the wing structure that required additional repairs. Additionally, this allowed the Fuel Leak Repair Team access to the leading edge to repair leaking fasteners.<br/></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div><div data-element-id="elm_5kONnIigWZsjX65LEf5d3Q" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_5kONnIigWZsjX65LEf5d3Q"].zpsection{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_jOnNGQGzHtu1dnzLqT4bcA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_82dMcmDAUl5rLIWjPOPIrQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Ll7dTRTZotsIo1FVPSNIig" data-element-type="spacer" class="zpelement zpelem-spacer "><style> div[data-element-id="elm_Ll7dTRTZotsIo1FVPSNIig"] div.zpspacer { height:30px; } @media (max-width: 768px) { div[data-element-id="elm_Ll7dTRTZotsIo1FVPSNIig"] div.zpspacer { height:calc(30px / 3); } } </style><div class="zpspacer " data-height="30"></div>
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<div data-element-id="elm_2Xcew5dknhDZGN4jUSK9Tw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_2Xcew5dknhDZGN4jUSK9Tw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>Next, our Structural Repair Team began the process of fabricating the new lower wing skin with the assistance of a FAA designated engineering representative. The new wing skin was fabricated from sheet metal and each fastener hole was drilled by hand according to the drawing specification. Extensive care had to be employed during this process to ensure each fastener lined up perfectly to the existing wing structure and access panels. This is an example of the care and attention SEAL Aviation can provide to our customers. <br/></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div><div data-element-id="elm_SUY3rzkBo8FsKZTJwoBkLA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection zpdefault-section zpdefault-section-bg "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_SUY3rzkBo8FsKZTJwoBkLA"].zpsection{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_hBrF2OGGRakfdw7fD-S-kw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items-center zpjustify-content-flex-start " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_hBrF2OGGRakfdw7fD-S-kw"].zprow{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_6JhMJ5ahPqXIIVbw-pEesg" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- zpdefault-section zpdefault-section-bg "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_6JhMJ5ahPqXIIVbw-pEesg"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_rp9jm8xdOT5YncaMadU3og" data-element-type="spacer" class="zpelement zpelem-spacer "><style> div[data-element-id="elm_rp9jm8xdOT5YncaMadU3og"] div.zpspacer { height:30px; } @media (max-width: 768px) { div[data-element-id="elm_rp9jm8xdOT5YncaMadU3og"] div.zpspacer { height:calc(30px / 3); } } </style><div class="zpspacer " data-height="30"></div>
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<div data-element-id="elm_fR_2kYHrQwmqnYfID2GOXg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_fR_2kYHrQwmqnYfID2GOXg"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>This phase of the repair required coordination between the SEAL Aviation Fuel Leak Repair Team and the SEAL Aviation Structural Repair Team to remove any remaining corrosion and prepare the newly fabricated wing skin and structural parts for installation. Leaking fasteners on the leading edge required replacement as well as the support fasteners for the wing skin. These tasks were completed at the same time as the fabrication of the wing skin to meet the needs of our customer. This is just one example of how SEAL Aviation Combined Services work together. This tight coordination for mobile aircraft repairs makes SEAL Aviation the best option for AOG aircraft repair in the industry. <br/></p></div>
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<div data-element-id="elm_DnbS-EGdICI-OPUnmvpb7A" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_DnbS-EGdICI-OPUnmvpb7A"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>Finally, the newly fabricated lower wing section is ready for installation. New fasteners were installed and the wing was sealed by the SEAL Aviation Fuel Leak Repair Team to ensure the wing was free of any fuel leaks. The SEAL Aviation Team was able to successfully provide this repair on a tight timeline despite the fact that no replacement skin was available by utilizing the SEAL Aviation &quot;one stop shop&quot; concept. This dedication to our customers specialized needs shows how the SEAL Aviation &quot;can do&quot; attitude will get the job done for you. The vast experience of our technicians alongside our willingness to provide complex repairs anywhere in the world makes SEAL Aviation the best choice to repair your aircraft fuel leaks and structural damage.<br/></p></div>
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</div></div><div data-element-id="elm_OCKPPtEl0DaNiVBYu2CTqA" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- zpdefault-section zpdefault-section-bg "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_OCKPPtEl0DaNiVBYu2CTqA"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_WZLj8fKpBA3O8jyWsqfpbQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_WZLj8fKpBA3O8jyWsqfpbQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center zptext-align-mobile-center zptext-align-tablet-center " data-editor="true"><p>SEAL Aviation is an FAA part 145, EASA and Mexico certified repair station that operates as a mobile company. SEAL Aviation provides heavy structural repairs, fuel leak repairs and non-destructive testing on-site at your aircraft location. This allows the SEAL Aviation Team to provide aircraft repairs anywhere in the world. SEAL Aviation operates teams across the country which enables us to have the fastest response in the aviation industry. Visit our website to request pricing or call our 24/7 AOG hotline at (954) 471-6458. <br/></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 10:17:27 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aircraft Weighing That Comes to You]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Aircraft-Weighing-That-Comes-to-You</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/20201001_090515.jpg"/>SEAL Aviation is your solution to cost effective onsite aircraft weighing. We are proud to offer our weight and balance service on almost any type and size of aircraft.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_N7VtUDkVQxatN1JsjJcSQA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_z1G_n_m2TDqyf9JXmnol3g" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_EXeFP9W5QkWv9rFirmfC2g" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_EXeFP9W5QkWv9rFirmfC2g"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_7qcJjlhPT0apB-HSoFLUEg" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_7qcJjlhPT0apB-HSoFLUEg"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="color:inherit;"><b>Weight and balance has been added to our FAA Repair Station<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://qnpx-zgph.maillist-manage.com/click.zc?m=1&amp;mrd=17a1d8cbf4ee2a8d&amp;od=3z8ee60687c548b1d63600dfef9b572e060af0b03b84ef066d2b7347981fa02de5&amp;linkDgs=17a1d8cbf4ee323b&amp;repDgs=17a1d8cbf4ee3a59" target="_blank"><span>capabilities</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span>list</b></span></h2></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_XZ3AWUSMR3OOctsCdmNwGQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_XZ3AWUSMR3OOctsCdmNwGQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Seal Aviation is your solution to cost effective onsite aircraft weighing.</span><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;"><span>&nbsp;We are proud to offer our weight and balance service on almost any type and size of aircraft.&nbsp;</span>SEAL has the capability to accommodate aircraft up to 150,000 lbs with jack cells and can weigh up to 30,000 lbs with platforms.<span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>SEAL Aviation has industry leading certified technicians and we guarantee accuracy and repeatability!</span></span></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_TIL8xnokdDFh6xFs_FnvUw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_TIL8xnokdDFh6xFs_FnvUw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">SEAL Aviation has performed aircraft weighting on many different types and models of aircraft, from smaller aircraft like Cessna to larger aircraft such as the Boeing 737 MAX.<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;"><span>SEAL Aviation can assist repair stations, avionics shops, aircraft owners, repair facilities, fixed base operators, aircraft paint shops and interior shops. We have the capability to weigh many different types of aircraft including single and twin engine, float planes, helicopters, corporate and commuter jets. Click the button below to visit our website to view our capabilities and certifications. <br></span></span></span></p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:01:44 -0400</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Radiography and how is it used in aviation?]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Mobile-radiography-NDT-inspections</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/Lear 35A 12 year  12000 hr Xray rs.jpg"/>Radiography is one of the most commonly used Non-Destructive testing methods used in the aviation industry. SEAL Aviation Radiography Services uses x-ray technology to inspect aircraft and aircraft components for hidden defects, alongside other commonly applied methods of NDT.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_DfUB-z5ITDq1K1UvRYrwsQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_W7Ay4GK0RuqoV9reAAtfvw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_A_DyXS20TCKAhIp14a9C8g" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_A_DyXS20TCKAhIp14a9C8g"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_tOk9tq0hTdmTNfr2MJG_cg" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_tOk9tq0hTdmTNfr2MJG_cg"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_9a3GxwLdQzGIEqOW8TMxJQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_9a3GxwLdQzGIEqOW8TMxJQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span>Radiography is one of the most commonly used <a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/about-non-destructive-testing" target="_blank"><span>Non-Destructive testing</span></a> methods used in the aviation industry. SEAL Aviation Radiography Services uses x-ray technology to inspect aircraft and aircraft components for hidden defects, alongside other commonly applied methods of <a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/about-non-destructive-testing" target="_blank"><span>NDT</span></a>.</span></span></span></span></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_L4TzWW63S4v58fV7-OOWLQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_L4TzWW63S4v58fV7-OOWLQ"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="color:inherit;"><span><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span><a href="https://www.sealaviation.com/about-non-destructive-testing" target="_blank"><span>Radiography non-destructive testing</span></a> (also known as RT) involves passing radiation through the material being tested and onto film. We use radiography to test and inspect composite parts for integrity, water intrusion and other defects. It’s used on metallic parts such as welds or castings to reveal corrosion, loose fittings, rivets and other defects.</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 10:23:00 -0400</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawker Wing Link Attach Fitting NDT Inspections and Repair]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Hawker-wing-link-NDT-inpections-and-repair</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/549959000012931006_zc_v28_1645632993132_img_9753.jpg"/>SEAL Aviation NDT and Repair Services Work Together to Maintain Your Hawker]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_lGBv5F1gQqGeXpJ4cKebCA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_hryZyTYsSkic98IS_2_2qA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_gutZFADqRz-1pLvVzz0IzQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Imb8Ecx5QRaBak7XoXgJng" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_Imb8Ecx5QRaBak7XoXgJng"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_qR6KDhStRyOgmYqgtMpH9Q" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_qR6KDhStRyOgmYqgtMpH9Q"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-indent:0px;">Performing wing link attachment fitting inspections on Hawkers can be a complex task that requires coordination between multiple aviation services. SEAL Aviation aims to fully service your Hawker by providing<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-size:16px;font-weight:400;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;"><a href="https://qnpx.maillist-manage.com/click.zc?m=1&mrd=17a1d8cbf4ccfa57&od=3z8ee60687c548b1d63600dfef9b572e060af0b03b84ef066d2b7347981fa02de5&linkDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccf2bb&repDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccfe1b" target="_blank"><span>NDT inspections</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span>alongside our core<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://qnpx.maillist-manage.com/click.zc?m=1&mrd=17a1d8cbf4ccfa57&od=3z8ee60687c548b1d63600dfef9b572e060af0b03b84ef066d2b7347981fa02de5&linkDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccf2bd&repDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccfe1b" target="_blank"><span>fuel leak repair</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span>and<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://qnpx.maillist-manage.com/click.zc?m=1&mrd=17a1d8cbf4ccfa57&od=3z8ee60687c548b1d63600dfef9b572e060af0b03b84ef066d2b7347981fa02de5&linkDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccf2bf&repDgs=17a1d8cbf4ccfe1b" target="_blank"><span>structural repair services</span></a>. Our combined maintenance services gives us a unique advantage which allows us to perform<span><br></span></span></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 10:34:57 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Citation 560 Leaking Fuel Line Repaired by SEAL Aviation]]></title><link>https://www.sealaviation.com/blogs/post/Citation-560-leaking-fuel-line</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.sealaviation.com/Aviation Pics/CIT 560 VENTILATION DUCT COUSED FUEL DUE TO CHAFFING.jpg"/>SEAL Aviation was called out to repair a fuel leak on a Citation 560. This particular leak was caused by chaffing from contact with a nearby hose. Over time this contact caused the line to leak.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_0xmKMK31SgytPe_l1rbHGA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_lFY2kdkVSLy-9OTbYBaB_Q" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_E3jI73EVR8SYK_aJ9VGACw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_0uUY3yNZQEyp3w4N-Hpqjw" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_0uUY3yNZQEyp3w4N-Hpqjw"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
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<div data-element-id="elm_7k48ldTTzENjApup-OZpww" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_7k48ldTTzENjApup-OZpww"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span>SEAL Aviation was called out to identify a fuel leak from the tail section of a Citation 560 near a ventilation duct. A local A&amp;P mechanic was originally called out by the customer but they could not locate the source of the leak. The customer then called upon the experience and knowledge of SEAL Aviation to assist in identifying and repairing this leak. The first step was to access the area and provide a thorough inspection to identify the source of the leak.<br></span></span></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_nECYtb4fQLSxIrdV9P9tbg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_nECYtb4fQLSxIrdV9P9tbg"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="color:inherit;">Upon inspection, SEAL Aviation was able to determine this particular leak was caused by chaffing from contact between scat tubing and the motive flow jet pump line. Over time, this contact caused the fuel line to eventually leak. You can see in the video below how slow this particular leak was. <br></span></p></div>
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</div><div data-element-id="elm_pCgnyOh_yQVwhpqU_LH1Bw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_pCgnyOh_yQVwhpqU_LH1Bw"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p>As you can see in the following picture, the chaffing from this friction caused a visible indent to the scat tubing that the fuel line was in contact with. Over time, this friction caused the fuel line to leak. This is why it is important to ensure there is adequate spacing around individual components. SEAL Aviation was able to repair the line and stop the leak. <br></p></div>
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