May/June 2002

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Appraised Value: What's an aircraft worth?

May 1, 2002
Appraised Value What's an aircraft worth? By Fred Workley The maintenance you perform on an aircraft has an impact on its value. Appraisers use the maintenance records as well...
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The Ultimate Test: Inspection Authorization renewal

May 1, 2002
I just completed this year's round of IA renewal seminars.
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Electro Static Discharge: Controlling static electricity

May 1, 2002
Wrist straps are one solution to control electrostatic discharge (ESD)Technicians can test to make sure of proper grounding. Controlling static electricityBy Jim Sparks Foreign...
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Ignition Systems: Some basics on electromagnetic interference

May 1, 2002
Some basics on electromagnetic interference The by-product of producing an ignition spark is the creation of waves of electromagnetic energy within the radio frequency spectrum...
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Honeywell TFE731 Engine: What you should know before removal and re-installation

May 1, 2002
What you should know before a removal and re-installationBy Tom MemeringThere are many reasons why operators of TFE731-powered business jets perform engine removal and reinstallation...

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Composite Propellers: Proper inspection and overhaul procedures

May 1, 2002
By Joe EscobarComposite propellers are seeing more and more use these days. But there are inspection issues that are unique to these propellers. With proper maintenance and inspection...
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Nickel-cadmium Batteries: Basic theory and maintenance procedures

May 1, 2002
Basic theory and maintenance procedures By Joe Escobar Nickel-cadmium batteries, generally referred to as NiCad batteries, are in wide use in the aviation industry. With proper...
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Computer Applications: Variety of software products available for maintenance operations

May 1, 2002
Variety of software products available for maintenance operationsBy Joe EscobarTechnology is increasing at a rapid pace these days, especially in the area of computers. There...
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Different Skills: Meeting new job requirements

May 1, 2002
Different Skills Meeting new job requirementsBy Brandon Battles First things first. It's not your imagination. The name associated with Management Matters has changed. While the...
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Are You Prudent? Handling FAA inspections

May 1, 2002
Are You Prudent? Handling FAA inspectionsBy Joe Hertzler Let's take a close look at the process the FAA follows when taking enforcement action against a certificate holder. The...
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Getting Paid: The protection of liens vs. unpaid bills

May 1, 2002
Getting Paid The protection of liens vs. unpaid bills By Stephen P. Prentice Recently I came across a case that peaked my interest and I thought it might be a good time to review...