Becoming an Aviation Mechanic
An A&P IA Mechanic with 30 years of experience discusses the process of becoming an aviation mechanic. Flying airplanes has been a big part …
An A&P IA Mechanic with 30 years of experience discusses the process of becoming an aviation mechanic. Flying airplanes has been a big part …
Work on the Cherokee 140 is Finished The last few months have been very busy in my shop. A lot of high pressure jobs …
The Hidden Splendor airstrip provides access to a stunning wilderness area with rich history. Mexican Mountain has always been one of our favorite airstrips to …
The Cessna 210 Centurion: Arguably the best high performance single ever produced I gradually reduce power, followed by a stroke of nose down trim …
An A & P IA Aircraft Mechanic Goes Through the Aircraft Engine Overhaul Process Things wear out, things deteriorate and things break. If this is …
San Diego part 3 My grandfather was a professional photographer in the 1940s. He had a studio where he did portraits and a lab …
Judgment and experience are of key importance in our world of aviation. When I turned 16 my grandfather sold me his old pickup truck. …
Discussing Aircraft Magneto Checks Pilots take comfort in knowing the aircraft they fly is airworthy. Careful preflight inspections are completed in order to satisfy …
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff It was 30 degrees below zero outside and I was sweating like a meatloaf. The wings of my airplane …
Learning to fly basic versus high-performance airplanes. The majority of those who learn to fly are trained in small 2 or 4 seat aircraft that …