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We saw one (just out of the paint shop) that had the controls painted while on the airplane. They didn’t even take them off! They definitely didn’t balance anything. Another was painted with a wide brush. I’m serious. The whole airplane was brushed over, apparently by the owner. Some small...

I would have guessed less than 1%. Much less.

This is a subject that has always concerned me. Wonder how often mechanics actually get judgments against them? I’ve been in the business all my life and haven’t known anyone who’s had this sort of problem. Still, it’s very scary to think about what can happen when greedy people see...

Uship has worked well for me also.

Thanks.. We’ve had our 650xi since they first came out. Had to wait on the initial batch to be released and delivered. Zero issues. Got G5s and a GI 275 at the same time. No issues there either. I do favor the 275 over the G5s.

Haven’t had the GTN650 fan go out yet. Does it give an indication, or is this just something the avionics shop found?

Thanks. Good info. I’ve never worked around an airplane with airbags. Certainly wouldn’t get it near a magnetic compass.

I would have been skeptical about the magnetic part but another A&P let me use his. I was impressed. It works well more often than you may think, especially around the engine area. Even the airframe areas usually have a bolt or steel bracket somewhere close by. Certainly a good option to have...

Got this as a Christmas gift. Excellent light. Use it all the time working on airplanes. Spot, flood, dimmable, magnetic, USB-C rechargeable. https://shop.snapon.com/product/Articulating-(Lighting)/600%E2%80%93800-Lumen-Dual-Sided-Flex-Light-(Green)/ECARD062G

I had a couple years flying the 76. Maybe 500 hours total. Not on it anymore. Certainly not something I ever tested myself:) You might be right, but I can’t find any confirmation. The only reference I ran across simply says the reels limit the speed of descent. Nothing about when the resistance...

I don’t know what would be unstable about the inertia reels. They are designed for a controlled emergency descent. There’s no usage limitations that I know of in regards to the angle of the fuselage. I will say they are a pain to use. There’s only enough room to fit one hand fully into the...

Sources are saying it was actually water. I thought it was foam also but apparently not. Didn’t JetBlue repeatedly ask for foam at LAX and ultimately was told “that’s only in the movies?”

Many years ago I took my 6 worn out Franklin cylinders to an engine shop located on the field in Wetumpka AL. No idea if they are still in business but they were super knowledgeable and did a fabulous job repairing my cylinders. Had them resleeved along with new valve guides. Thanks to a...

We had one with similar damage on the field. A mechanic friend was doing the repairs as a side job for the owner’s insurance company. I was helping him buck rivets one day when the insurance company started breathing down his neck about how long the job was taking and extra costs. The mechanic...

It’s gotten to where some of them sound like teenagers with chewing gum in the side of their mouths. Never thought I’d be flying a heavy jet in and out of the country and having trouble understanding our own damn controllers. My last trip I listened to a sharp, senior sounding AA crew who had to...

The airport is closed. Looks bad.

Yes indeed. Here’s a pic of a lower instrument panel that I finished a few months ago. Converted an original multi piece degraded plastic overlay to a one piece metal lower with new switches, breakers, engine controls, environmental controls, etc. Cost about $2,500 in parts. Labor on the other...

I’m doing a new 6 place leather interior with embroidery, accent pieces, arm rests, carpet, wind lace, and a few side panels. We’re at about $9,500 in interior fees, mostly for the seats. I’m doing the removal and installation myself, which is a lot of work. My best guess is it would be close to...

Good point. I’ve used it on 3 or 4 airplanes, but not in an attempt to eliminate a shimmy. It’s quick and easy. Definitely can tell a difference, at least with the 172. Doubt they’ve ever been balanced previously. The tires were at about 1/2 life when I pulled the wheels to clean and pack...

I’ve been pleased with this one from Desser. https://shop.desser.com/desser-ga-05dt-static-tire/wheel-a-ga-05/ecomm-product-detail/324692/