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Falcon 900B Operators – Troubleshooting Determines Bad Connectors, Not Bad Components

West Star Aviation has long been a trusted resource for Falcon operators, with highly experienced Falcon technical teams. Specifically, 18 to 24-year-old Falcon 900B aircraft are discovering that numerous connectors had failed due to either corrosion or other material failures.  These failures can affect numerous systems throughout the aircraft (Reference attached image and Falcon Maintenance Manual
procedure 00-00-00-730-801).

In two instances, the West Star Aviation East Alton, IL facility (ALN) completed two complete connector changes to affected aircraft.  Operators had experienced numerous faults throughout various aircraft systems.  Detailed troubleshooting identified that the issues were being caused by faulty connectors and not faulty components.  However, in some instances, the faulty connectors can cause the associated component to fail.

After loss of dispatchability, the decision was made to replace all affected connectors during a routine inspection.  The affected aircraft were then returned to service, squawk-free and dispatchability restored. 

As the connector list is extensive, if you are experiencing system faults in your older Falcon 900B, please contact the West Star Aviation Falcon Team below for more information and assistance.

Ryan Gibbs

Ryan Gibbs

Falcon Technical Sales Manager
(ALN)
Office 618.258.8825
rgibbs@wsa.aero

Garrett Heisler

Garret Heisler

Director, Falcon Maintenance
(ALN)
Office 618.258.8841
gheisler@wsa.aero

Larry Marler

Larry Marler

Technical Sales Manager
(CHA)
Office 423.598.1578
lmarler@wsa.aero

Jerry Sheetz

Jerry Sheetz

Manager of Technical Sales
(GJT)
Office 970.683.4852
jsheetz@wsa.aero

Scott White

Scott White

Program Manager Falcon
(GJT)
Office 970.248.5256
swhite@wsa.aero

Jeff Messmer

Jeff Messmer

Technical Sales Manager
(PCD)
Cell 314.607.4069
jmessmer@wsa.aero

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Contact Us

WSAA will be piloted at the East Alton, IL facility with the first round of apprentices anticipated to start in January 2024. For more information on West Star Aviation employment or WSAA apprentice selection criteria, please visit www.weststaraviation.com/careers or contact Katie Johnson (katiejohnson@wsa.aero) or Dave Lagermann (dlagermann@wsa.aero).

Application & Selection Process

Before applying, please be aware of the standards of conduct for employment with West Star along with the strict requirements below while attending WSAA.

  • Working in Aviation requires a commit to being drug-free.  Pre-employment drug testing along with random and reasonable suspicion testing is required for all companies employing people working in safety sensitive positions. The position you are considering applying for is safety sensitive.  If hired, you must pass a DOT drug test to start working, if you fail the job offer is rescinded.  If you pass, you must remain drug-free during employment, failing a random or reasonable suspicion test may result in termination of employment.  Please note: marijuana is legal in certain states however the FAA follows Federal law where marijuana is illegal.  This means testing positive for marijuana, or any other illegal drug, will prevent you from working in Aviation. 
  • The first 7.5 months will follow a strict schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm (breaks and meal periods provided). 
  • The expectation is to arrive inside the learning center and clocked in at 7:00am.
  • While attending WSAA, no more than 4 hours a week can be missed.  Extenuating medical circumstances will be given full consideration with supporting documentation.
  • WSAA follows an FAA approved curriculum which has certain requirements including attendance. 
  • Testing for the FAA license at the conclusion of WSAA is required, along with passing.  Two opportunities to test will be provided, if needed.  Employment may terminate if the FAA license is not obtained.
  • Candidates will be contacted to complete pre-screening assessments and questionnaires. 
  • Qualified candidates will be contacted in late November and scheduled for a tour and interview with Hiring Managers at West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL.
  • To be qualified, candidates must pass the pre-screening process along with submitting a negative DOT drug test result.
  • Finalists will be selected after onsite interviews. Job offers will be extended in mid-December with a start date of January 9, 2024.
  • Pay while learning in the Academy will be $20 per hour.  Upon successfully graduating and obtaining your FAA license, pay will increase to $27 per hour.