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We are pioneering: MK’s values
We value a pioneering spirit in our team, and recognise that giving our colleagues the freedom to experiment and suggest new ways of doing things often has positive results. Using a pioneering value to support our projects For our latest project we needed to simulate the use of our new BLTU-4C product over many cycles.…
Read More7 ways MK Test supports MROs during the busy autumn period
As autumn approaches, the demand for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services surges, with post-summer wear and tear, regulatory compliance, and winter preparations becoming top priorities. During this critical period, MROs require reliable, efficient, and precise testing systems to ensure that aircraft are inspected, repaired, and certified to the highest standards. This is where MK…
Read MoreCOMAC AMM lists BLTU4 for use on ARJ21 aircraft
COMAC AMM now lists BLTU4 The COMAC AMM (Aircraft Maintenance Manual) for ARJ21 aircraft has been updated to specify MK Test’s BLTU4 tool as an approved loop resistance tester. COMAC – a Chinese state-owned manufacturer of passenger aircraft – started production of the ARJ21 aircraft in 2015. There are currently 100 of the planes…
Read MoreWhich loop resistance tester do the OEMs want you to use?
Identifying the right tool for aircraft OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) bond and loop testing requirements can be complex. As an MRO, your first point of call should be the AMM (maintenance manual). However, some OEMs are more prescriptive than others. And with a broad range of similar tools available on the marketing all claiming to comply…
Read MoreHow to choose a loop resistance tester
Modern loop resistance tester tools have several features designed to make prescribed testing easier and faster than ever before. This article is a quick guide on the top features to look for when you’re sourcing an LRT. OEM approval Is the tool specified for use by the aircraft manufacturer? It goes without saying that to…
Read MoreWhat is a loop resistance test?
A loop resistance test is carried out during aircraft manufacture or maintenance to check that it will be safe in the event of being struck by lightning. Why are loop resistance tests needed? Planes are struck by lightning about once a year*, based on data from the US Federal Aviation Authority (FAA). That’s surprisingly often…
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