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Required Aircraft Inspections
Regular aircraft inspections are necessary to maintain the continued airworthiness of any aircraft.
Aircraft Mechanics - An Important Role
When I became a mechanic back in 1976, we were called aircraft mechanics. Now the term used in the U.S. is aircraft maintenance technicians (AMT).
Aviation Publications
Here you will find a growing list of aviation publications related to aircraft maintenance and aviation safety
The Future of Communications in Aviation
Whether you are involved in management, training, quality, or production, the video email and video conferencing system offered by WowWe opens new possibilities in communication. Currently being used by over 2,000 major companies around the world.
Foreign Repair Station Certification
Can I get a repair station certificate if I am located in Tijuana, Mexico? Please provide the contact information to request this certification. ANSWER:
EASA 145 Authority
Is the work by an EASA certified 145 repair station recognized on U.S. registered aircraft the same as a U.S. certified repair station work? ANSWER: An
FAA-H-8083-30 Aviation Maintenance Technician General Handbook
Now Online in our Members Section
This handbook was designed for persons who are studying for their FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate, but is also an excellent reference tool for the experience technician as well. Sign up for your free membership and get instant access to this and other reference documents.
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Airworthiness Directives
What are Airworthiness Directives and who is responsible for their issuance? ANSWER: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for the
Aircraft Propeller Life
Does the life of an aircraft component start on the date of manufacture or the date of installation, or the date the part was put into service? My concern
General Aviation News & Related Top Stories For Aviation Professionals
This page features general aviation news feeds and any other news related to aviation that you might be interested in.
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Propeller Maintenance
What type of maintenance can an A&P Mechanic do to an aircraft propeller? ANSWER: When a propeller manufacturer’s data specifies that major repairs are
EASA Certification
Is an EASA Certification required if our company is going to work on aircraft based in Asia? Also, it is my understanding that maintenance implementation
Aging Airplane Safety Rule
What is the FAA Aging Airplane Safety Rule? ANSWER: On February 2, 2005, the FAA published the Aging Airplane Safety Rule. The rule specifies mandatory
Airworthiness
What does the term Airworthiness mean? ANSWER: There are two conditions that must be met before an aircraft is considered to be airworthy according to
Plastic Repairs
We are a CAR 145 certified company. C6 - Equipment AC 43.13-1B Chapter 3, talks about plastic repairs. Can plastic be repaired, and if so where can
Aircraft Alteration
An aircraft alteration is often performed to upgrade avionics or interior configurations, increase aircraft efficiency, or make safety improvements.
FAR 145 Repair Station Certification
Federal Aviation Regulation Part 145, or FAR 145 describes how to obtain a repair station certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Aviation Safety Search Engine
Aviation Safety Search Engine. Search this website using specific keywords to find the information you are looking for.
Federal Aviation Regulations
Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s) are mandates for controlling all aspects of aviation in the United States.
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