Business & General Aviation

Innovation and Aviation Go Hand-In-Hand

July 14, 2016
Since the early days of flight, aviators were considered innovators. Be it technology, safety, or business practices this spirit exists today more than ever.
Safety Equipment

Play It Safe In 2016

July 14, 2016
Take action on your desire to have a written or refreshed safety plan by the end of the year.
Business & General Aviation

Safety is Always Job One for GA Manufacturers

July 14, 2016
While GAMA is working on ways to improve safety at the policy level, its member companies are developing new features that go into aircraft every day
FAA
Figure 4. FAA's subscription glossy magazine.
Figure 4. FAA's subscription glossy magazine.
Figure 4. FAA's subscription glossy magazine.
Figure 4. FAA's subscription glossy magazine.
Figure 4. FAA's subscription glossy magazine.
Trade Associations & Events

Revealing the “Sources” for Safety Information

July 14, 2016
Readers of AMT and other FAA colleagues occasionally inquire about how I stay current on trends and news related to aviation maintenance and other aviation safety matters. I always...
Ronald Donner
Shane Falz with Thunderbird Aviation in Minneapolis servicing a Piper PA-28.
Shane Falz with Thunderbird Aviation in Minneapolis servicing a Piper PA-28.
Shane Falz with Thunderbird Aviation in Minneapolis servicing a Piper PA-28.
Shane Falz with Thunderbird Aviation in Minneapolis servicing a Piper PA-28.
Shane Falz with Thunderbird Aviation in Minneapolis servicing a Piper PA-28.
Chemicals & Solvents

How Oil Type and Oil Changes Affect Maintenance and Overhauls

July 14, 2016
The problem with straight grade aviation engine oils is that the correct viscosity grade for a normal operating temperature is often too viscous to flow easily at start up, and...

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Education & Training

Balancing Safety & Service

July 14, 2016
Integrate safety and security into the service package and market and/or present it as such an offering on your menu of services. And effectively communicate with customers to...
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With cloud-based information networks, maintenance technicians can search, find, and download up-to-the-minute information and instructions.
With cloud-based information networks, maintenance technicians can search, find, and download up-to-the-minute information and instructions.
Airport Technology

Taking Maintenance to the Cloud

July 14, 2016
The cloud offers near-instant access to what technicians are working on, provides real-time alerts for maintenance tasks and parts inventories, and the status of jobs in the hangar...
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Aero Montreal’s Aerospace Innovation Forum 2016

July 14, 2016
With the theme of Collaborate Globally to Develop Aerospace Innovation, the 5th Aerospace Innovation Forum celebrated Aero Montreal’s 10th anniversary.
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Safety Equipment

Chem Class

July 14, 2016
We’re exposed to many dangerous chemicals, e.g. explosive squibs (solids), Skydrol (liquids), and aerosol fumes (gaseous). There’s no shame in using safety equipment for eyes ...
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Trade Associations & Events

Regulatory Discord: FAA Can’t Get Out of Its Own Way with AD Legal Interpretation

July 14, 2016
In April, the FAA responded to public comments on a proposed legal interpretation that clarified the agency’s position regarding how to comply with an airworthiness directive ...
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Aircraft Airframe & Accessories

Turbocharger Troubleshooting 101

July 14, 2016
Contrary to popular belief, with the right combination of preventative care and proper maintenance, turbochargers are an extremely reliable and trouble-free piece of equipment...
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Green / Alternative Energy GSE

HYPSTAIR: Most Powerful Hybrid Electric Powertrain Powers Up

July 14, 2016
The world around us is getting more and more electric. Electric-powered air travel was stuff from sci-fi movies just few years ago - now we are much closer to it as this is perceptible...
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Piston Engines & Parts

Unleaded Avgas Put to the Test

July 13, 2016
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Maintenance Providers

5 Tips for a Top-Notch Maintenance Team

June 29, 2016
Follow these five tips to help your maintenance team members get into the right frame of mind to do excellent work, and take your maintenance team to the next level