Once AOG technicians download the new app, they are linked to a dispatch center via a moving map displaying technician status (working, available, off-duty, etc.), explained officials with the company, which offers aircraft owners a variety of services, such as AOG, scheduled aircraft maintenance, parts, FBO services, and more.
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Retired mechanics honored with master mechanic awards
The Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award is named in honor of Charles Taylor, the first aviation mechanic in powered flight. Taylor served as the Wright brothers’ mechanic and is credited with designing and building the engine for their first successful aircraft. The award recognizes the lifetime accomplishments of senior mechanics.
Aero Centers finalizes sale of Pilatus Service Center to Skytech
Skytech will operate from an existing hangar at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport.
The first flight after maintenance
Flying has always had its dangers — and one of the biggest dangers is flying an aircraft the first time after maintenance has been done to it.
Maine’s first aviation maintenance technician school set to take off
The University of Maine at Augusta secured final approval in July 2024 from the FAA for the new program. Students will start courses in late August.
Continental partners on new piston engine technology, expands mechanic training
The company also revealed it has expanded its factory training for aviation technicians.
Metro Aviation expands
Metro Aviation in Lafayette, Louisiana, has expanded, creating Metro Gulf, a new division that adds fixed-wing aircraft to the company’s list of completion services.
Video: Beware the $300 annual
“Some airplane owners look for bargains,” begins a new video in the FAA’s “57 Seconds to Safety” video series, warning against shopping for the best price for your next annual.
Hartzell Propeller launches Core Purchase Program
Under the new program, customers can reduce the price of a new or used Hartzell propeller by selling their existing propeller of any general aviation aircraft make or model.