Author: STEVE
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently issued two new NPRMs (Notices of Proposed Rule Making), one on Sept. 19, 2024…
After receiving more than 100 comments and reviewing additional information, the FAA has removed some Cherokee models from AD 2018–CE–049–AD…
PFA Contributing editor and A&P/IA Steve Ells, provides guidance for responding to an FAA Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) with…
01/15/21 Editor’s note: The final Airworthiness Directive has been issued and differs from this proposed version. A proposed AD requires…
A report on the 2018 Gathering at Waupaca, a recap of Oshkosh—and tips to help you plan your next trip.…
Q: Hi Steve, Couple of questions for you. I own a 1975 Piper PA-34-200T Seneca II Turbo. I have air…
The engine mount represents a crucial link between your engine and airframe, and it should be treated as a mission-critical…
Piper PA-24 Comanches are subject to AD 2012-17-06, which requires inspection of the stabilator horn for cracks and corrosion. A&P/IA…
Q: Hi Steve, I just bought a 1968 PA-28-180 Cherokee 180 B. So far, it’s been wonderful, but there’s one…
As an aircraft owner and pilot, you can legally perform some maintenance tasks, but you must adhere to strict guidelines…
Swift Fuels’ 94 Octane Unleaded Avgas Earlier this month I burned 25 gallons of Swift Fuels’ U94L unleaded Avgas in…
STEVE ELLS delves into the history of Cherokee wing spar cracks and investigates inspection methods. By now, every Cherokee owner,…
