The Role of Aircraft Inspection in Aviation Safety
The structural breakup and crash of Continental Express Flight 2574 in 1991 was a game-changer for the aviation industry. Investigations following this tragic event resulted in some changes in the aviation industry. They effectively placed the Federal Aviation Authority in charge of airplane safety. Since then the FAA has introduced stringent airplane inspection standards. These apply to both […]
RJC Announces New Portable Air Start Unit for Use by NY Area Aviation
Republic Jet Center FBO (RJC) at Republic Airport in Farmingdale Airport announced today the start of its new portable Air Start Unit service. RJC is the only FBO on Long Island to have procured an Air Start Unit. With a commitment to client and crew care, RJC is now offering the unit for service and rental […]
Private Aircraft Management and Maintenance: What You Need to Know
There’s nothing like owning a private plane. It’s luxurious, peaceful, and crazy efficient. The ability to jump between multiple cities in a single day is fantastic. All of this comes at a cost, though. You need private aircraft management and maintenance. To keep your plane in the air, you need to make sure everything is […]
The Ultimate Guide to Private Jet Maintenance
Imagine what would happen if you drove your car for years without changing the oil or inspecting the tires. At best, you’d have some serious maintenance issues to contend with. At worst, you could endanger yourself — and everyone else on the road. There may not be visible roadways in the skies, but your jet […]
8 Private Jet Maintenance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Are you in private or business aviation and wondering how to prevent servicing mishaps? You might know the basics about taking care of a jet aircraft, but do you have a flawless work ethic for private jet maintenance? The Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team (FAASTeam) identifies a human factor in most maintenance mistakes. FAASTeam estimates that human error constitutes 80% of […]
4 Crucial Aspects of Airplane Maintenance
hen business jets can range from used under $1 million to new super-jets at $99 million, you want to make sure your investment is in top shape. After all, cracking your windshield in a car and paying about $120 is different than paying between $45,000 to $70,000—that’s more than 400 times the cost! It begs the […]
Great Plane Maintenance Tips For Longer Periods Of Grounding
You can overcome the challenges of extended grounding by understanding the issues involved in maintaining carriers that are not in the air. For various reasons, your craft may spend an extended time on the ground. You may think that because they weren’t in operation that they’re fine. However, engineers designed planes to fly – not […]
