Modification Bulletin All MBs
| MB Number | Revision | MB Type | Title | Date (YYYY-MM-DD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MB 500-34-031 | B | Recommended | GTX33 Transponder Configuration Update and ADS-B OUT Fail Indicator Brightness | 2019-04-01 |
MB Reason
Nuisance Transponder Fail CAS Messages and ADS-B FAIL indicator difficult to see in direct sunlight on aircraft modified by MB 500-34-031, revision B or earlier. Typo in B. Reason, reference to "MB 500-34-031" should be "MB 500-34-030".
MB Description
This Modification Bulletin provides procedures to update the configuration for GTX33 Transponders that have ADS-B Out capability on IFMS 2.08/2.5.2 configured aircraft. Procedures for removing the 750 ohm dimming resistor for the ADS-B FAIL Indicator. Revision B of this Modification Bulletin corrects typo in B. Reason, was "MB 500-34-031", is: "MB 500-34-030". Added International Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Approval: to E. Compliance.
MB Compliance
Eclipse Aerospace considers this to be a highly recommended upgrade that can be accomplished at the next maintenance visit. This Recommended Bulletin must be accomplished at an Eclipse Aerospace Authorized Service Center. International Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Approval: To determine the status of approval for a local CAA or with other questions, contact Eclipse Aerospace Service Engineering at (505) 724-1161, email service.engineering@eclipse.aero or Eclipse Aerospace Customer Service at (505) 724-1784, e-mail customer.service@eclipse.aero. Compliance with Rev A, does constitute compliance with Rev B.
Effectivity
Aircraft Serial Numbers: 000045, 000048, 000056, 000100, 000160, 000183, 000208 and 000260 modified by MB 500-34-030 - ADS-B Out for iFMS 2.08/2.5.2 Aircraft Configuration.
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