Aircraft Maintenance Technology

November 2001
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November 2001

Aircraft Maintenance Technology is written for aircraft maintenance professionals. Editorial is focused on the latest technology and maintenance best practices. Each issue includes coverage of the entire aviation industry including: airline, business aviation, general aviation, military, commercial mro, and rotorcraft. Additional articles encompass AMTSociety Update, Legal Matters, From the FAA, Management Matters and industry viewpoints from ARSA, John Goglia, and Jamie Benthsen of NationAir Insurance. AMT reaches more than 41,000 aircraft maintenance professionals with our print and digital circulation and has digital products including an App, weekly newsletter and quarterly e-Military newsletter.

Borescopes: Some tips on effective inspection techniques

Borescopes Some tips on effective inspection techniques By Joe Escobar Photos Courtesy of Olympus Industrial, 2001 November 2001 Borescopes are important tools of our trade. They allow us to see into areas of the aircraft and engine...

See the Light: Keep your eyes on fiber optics

Recession-proofing Your Operation: Tips for keeping and gaining customers in a down market

Recession-proofing Your Operation Tips for keeping and gaining customers in a down market By Bill de Decker November 2001 Many years ago, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve was giving a presentation to the Senate Finance and Budget...

Thermal Imaging: An NDT technology that is evolving rapidly

Thermal Imaging An NDT technology that is evolving rapidly By Joe Escobar Photos courtesy of Thermal Wave Imaging, 2001 November 2001 In the day to day routine of aircraft inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT) plays a vital...

E-Cabin: A workplace in the sky

Ripple Effect: The aviation industry was badly shaken by the tragic events of September 11 and aircraft technicians now find themselves amidst the rubble of the aftermath

Ripple Effect The aviation industry was badly shaken by the tragic events of September 11 and aircraft technicians now find themselves amidst the rubble of the aftermath By Stephen P. Prentice November 2001 Like many viewers, I saw in...

Landing Gear Overhaul: A behind the scenes look at some of the steps involved in this inspection

Landing Gear Overhaul A behind the scenes look at some of the steps involved in this inspection By Thomas Davis Photos by Joe Escobar November 2001 There is an old adage in aviation: "Take offs are optional and landings are...

The Human Factor of Distraction: The September 11th tragedy has added new distractions for the aviation community and challenges us to rise above the confluence of emotions

Enemy at the Gate: Stay alert to guard safety

On September 11, 2001, the United States of America was sucker-punched by a bunch of fanatics who were sent to their deaths along with 6,000 plus innocents

Is Your Engine Healthy? Some factors for evaluating your engine's condition

Is Your Engine Healthy? Some factors for evaluating your engine’s condition By Textron Lycoming November 2001 As an engine builds operating hours and approaches TBO, which may be either the manufacturer’s recommended operating...

The Repair Station Business: Working in a regulated Industry

The Repair Station Business Working in a regulated industry By Joe Hertzler November 2001 All business is regulated to one extent or another, but those of us in the aircraft maintenance repair station business are held to a little...

 

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