February 2003

Maintenance Training: Setting the mark

Feb. 1, 2003

Maintenance Training: Setting the markBy Lonnie Williams Adaptability best sums up the approach maintenance training vendors must take these days. There are several major issues...

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Leaky Boat: Part 1

Bill O'Brien

Feb. 1, 2003

The new Part 145 manual requirements

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What makes a part airworthy?

Joe Hertzler

Feb. 1, 2003

Parts is Parts What makes an aircraft part airworthy?Joe Hertzler All new parts installed during the maintenance function have to be manufactured to one of the quality standards...

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Gone With the Wind: Field approval

Stephen P. Prentice

Feb. 1, 2003

Gone With The Wind? The field approval processStephen P. Prentice The process has essentially remained the same . . . some areas required more attention to detail than others ...

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It takes more than wrenches

Fred Workley

Feb. 1, 2003

It Takes More Than Wrenches To maintain an airplane nowadays By Fred Workley Fred WorkleyTechnology is marching on! Aircraft maintainers have a lot more tools available today ...

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Costs come in many flavors: Variable vs. fixed

Brandon Battles

Feb. 1, 2003

Costs come in many flavors: Variable vs. fixed By Brandon Battles Brandon Battles For the organization that operates aircraft to generate a profit, it is very important that the...

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The Mystifying Compass: Why this age-old device still exists

Jim Sparks

Feb. 1, 2003

Why does this age-old device still exist? By Jim Sparks Just to put everything in perspective, Albert Einstein commented that when he was still a child his father gave him a ...

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Trade Shows: Why should you attend

Barb Zuehlke

Feb. 1, 2003

Trade Shows Why should you attend? By Barb Zuehlke Trade shows offer a platform for professional development. They offer a forum for seeing what new products and technologies ...

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Pressure: A critical factor in tire life

Joe Escobar

Feb. 1, 2003

A critical factor in tire life By Joe Escobar There are many factors that can shorten the life of an aircraft tire. One of these life shortening factors is operating at improper...

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Stainless Steel: A metal for all seasons

George Genevro

Feb. 1, 2003

A metal for all seasons By George Genevro The exhaust manifold, waste gate, hot side of the turbo, and the exhaust elbow are made of various grades of stainless steel.Exhaust...

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Oil Analysis: An essential part of engine monitoring programs

Joe Escobar

Feb. 1, 2003

An essential part of engine monitoring programs By Joe Escobar Routine oil analysis has become quite the standard in our industry. Many of the engine manufacturers recommend ...

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Silk Thread: Incorrect use can lead to disaster

Joe Escobar

Feb. 1, 2003

Incorrect use can lead to disaster By Joe Escobar In the assembly procedure of a piston engine, it is standard practice to use silk thread and a thin film of sealant to seal ...