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Corrosion attacks camshafts and lifters before most other bottom-end engine parts, especially when an aircraft doesn’t fly frequently. Learn how…
Smart owners who monitor key performance indicators can tell if an engine is still good or whether “it’s time.” If…
The following is an excerpt from Bill Ross’ new book “Engine Management 101.” Published by Superior Air Parts, Inc., “Engine…
A look inside your aircraft’s vacuum system. When the earliest airplane gyroscopic instruments were introduced, the only available…
Many Piper aircraft depend on a carburetor. Piper Flyer contributing editor and A&P Jacqueline Shipe explains the operation of…
A brief history of pneumatic boots, their operation and proper care. By Kristin Winter AS Jimmy Doolittle was demonstrating the…
Starter duty cycle and system troubleshooting tips Show of hands if you’ve ever had anyone direct you in how to…
Direct injection of fuel into cylinders offers better fuel distribution and easy cold starting, without the threat of carburetor icing.…
When it comes to what to do when your engine reaches TBO, your choices range from doing “everything” to doing “nothing.” The…
Thin metals and fluctuating temperatures can literally “exhaust” your airplane’s exhaust system. Read on to learn how an aircraft exhaust…
With the help of Lassie, a faithful Piper Saratoga, Matt Kiener and FlyPups, Inc. transport at-risk dogs to animal…
While instructing an apprehensive student pilot, a Master CFI rediscovers the magic of the J-3. It’s been nearly 20 years…
