“The tool’s sole purpose when used along with manual or pneumatic vacuum pumps, is to extract fluids such as engine oil, diesel fuel, and hydraulic fluids from spin-on filters prior to removal.”
aircraft maintenance
Banyan expands to KSGJ
The new facility will focus exclusively on HondaJet maintenance and avionics support.
Pictures of the Day: It’s what I do
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “I come into the hangar daily and see the workload in front of me. After the shockwave subsides, I remember if things didn’t break I wouldn’t be needed.”
Latest editions of Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbooks available
New editions of the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbooks for General, Airframe, and Powerplant are now available from Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA).
If the glove fits…
Did you know you should wear rubber or latex gloves when changing your airplane’s oil? It’s important to protect yourself from the used oil and the harmful things that can accumulate in the oil from the combustion process.
What you need to know about using off-the-shelf parts in your vintage aircraft
Have questions about the new VARMA policy, which allows off-the-shelf parts to be used in vintage aircraft? Officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association have some answers.
What you need to know about oil analysis to protect your airplane
Oil analysis can be a very effective tool if used properly. What do you need to know to get the most out of an oil analysis?
New aircraft mechanic school in the works for KCVG
Construction has begun on a new aircraft mechanic training facility at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (KCVG) that is expected to open in 2024.
Clemens Aviation acquires Midwest Corporate Aviation
“Acquiring Midwest gives our company the infrastructure and advantage we need to better serve our customers,” said Dwayne Clemens, adding it also enables the company to focus on its main priorities, which include increasing transient FBO traffic and expanding the capabilities of its maintenance division.









