Maintaining Your Airplane

The Lycoming O-320 powers a significant fleet of airplanes.

Before beginning an aircraft upgrade, there are a few parameters to address before laying wrenches on bolt heads.

The annual inspection is one of the most significant cost drivers for Cessna 172 owners.

In addition to being affordable and forgiving in the air, the Skyhawk is easy to maintain.

The discovery of a potential crankshaft flaw in some Continental engines highlights why they must function properly.

Cutting open your oil filter can reveal problems early and prevent surprises during your next inspection.

Oil types fall into three main types— straight mineral, ashless-dispersant, and synthetic— and all need to be changed regularly.

Going unleaded results in a cleaner fuel burn, no deposits, and no fouled plugs—all of which leads to reduced maintenance.

The accessory facilitates engine starting so that you can do so from the comfort of the cockpit.

Volunteering at the airbase helps aspiring mechanics to build time, gain experience, and prepare for the A&P test.