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Ask the Captain: How often do commercial aircraft go in for maintenance?

Jayme Deerwester, USA TODAYComments Off on Ask the Captain: How often do commercial aircraft go in for maintenance?

Retired US Airways pilot John Cox breaks down the progressive maintenance system, explaining how airlines keep their planes in good working condition.

      
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