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General Aviation Piston Engines
Piston Engines: The Heartbeat of General Aviation Introduction Piston engines have been the driving force behind general aviation...
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Aug 12 min read
Aircraft Piston Engines
Aircraft Piston Engines: The Heartbeat of Aviation Aircraft piston engines, while less common in commercial aviation today, remain the...
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Jul 12 min read
Soaring Through Disruption: How the Pandemic Inadvertently Boosted the FAA PMA Market
The COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the aviation industry was undeniable. Grounded fleets, plummeting passenger numbers, and economic...
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Jun 12 min read
FAA Re-Authorization Bill
## Soaring High: A Look at the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 On May 16th, 2024, President Biden signed the FAA Reauthorization Act of...
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May 12 min read
Up, Up, and Away? The State of US eVTOL Companies in 2024
The race for dominance in the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market is heating up. These futuristic vehicles promise to...
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Apr 13 min read
Fabrication of Parts by Maintenance Personnel
Summary of Advisory Circular 43-18: Fabrication of Aircraft Parts by Maintenance Personnel Introduction Advisory Circular (AC) 43-18,...
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Feb 292 min read
Navigating the Airspace of Major Repairs: Understanding FAA Regulations
For any aircraft owner, ensuring the airworthiness of your machine is paramount. This not only guarantees the safety of yourself and...
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Feb 12 min read
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Repair Specifications
When it comes to aircraft, safety reigns supreme. Every component, from the sleek fuselage to the intricate wiring, plays a crucial role...
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Jan 12 min read
FAA Owner Operator Produced Parts
As an aircraft owner, you're always looking for ways to save money on maintenance and repairs. One option that can be both cost-effective...
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Nov 1, 20232 min read
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The aviation industry is a major contributor to climate change, accounting for around 2% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable...
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Oct 1, 20232 min read
How DERs can assist with PMAs
We previously discussed how DERs can help with certification projects in general, this month we will focus on specifically how DERs can...
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Sep 1, 20232 min read
Importance of Test Cell Correlation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires aircraft engine manufacturers to perform tests as required in 14 CFR part 33 to...
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Aug 1, 20232 min read
Powerplant -14 CFR Part 23 Subpart E
14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 23 Subpart E sets forth the airworthiness standards for the powerplant installation of normal...
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Jul 1, 20232 min read
14 CFR Part 33 Certification
14 CFR Part 33 is a regulation issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that establishes the airworthiness standards for...
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Jun 1, 20233 min read
Engine Inlet and Nozzle
Jet engine Inlet and Nozzle Jet engines have revolutionized the way we travel and have made it possible to explore the world at a rapid...
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May 1, 20232 min read
Engine Performance
Analyzing the performance of a jet engine typically involves measuring its thrust, fuel consumption, and other operational parameters....
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Apr 1, 20232 min read
The Importance of 25.981 to Aircraft Safety
14 CFR 25.981 is a regulation that governs the standards for transport category airplanes. This regulation is part of the Code of Federal...
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Mar 1, 20232 min read
Our Test Cell Services
Test Cell Engineering is a specialized focus area where an individual has to have worked in engine test to understand the systems and be...
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Feb 1, 20232 min read
The pain of Independent Repair Shops
The Engine OEMS desire to bring independent Part 145 repair shops into their authorized repair networks is clear. It has been well...
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Jan 1, 20232 min read
Boom Symphony Engine
Boom Supersonic announced their engine Symphony,with Kratos, GE, and Standard Aero rounding out the team. Designing an engine is a...
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