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The Drop – Are We Ready?

As the fire season in the United States begins, operators have started contracts or are finishing up maintenance on their fleet to be ready...

Crunching the Numbers

When I got involved in the aviation business in the early 80s, first as a mixer/loader in agricultural aviation and then as a pilot,...

Microfiber Towels: Care, Types, and GSM Explained

By Byron Yoder Microfiber towels have significantly impacted how we clean and maintain various substrates, from sunglasses and television to the paint on your aircraft....

Craymers Counsel – Things Change So Always Be Aware

I hear this repeated many times to pilots. As a mechanic, it applies to me, too. One thing I want to bring everyone’s attention...

Craymers Counsel – Early Detection

Most of the articles I have presented are focused on best practices. I can share the information, but it is up to each engine...

The Drop – Government Inaction is Costing Us

The recent fires highlighted a terrible reality that resonates throughout the aerial firefighting industry. As much as we in this industry preach that early...

Help Us, Help You: A Call for Collaboration in Aerial Firefighting

Commitment and Responsibility As aerial firefighting operators, we understand the immense weight of responsibility we carry. Every flight tests our mettle, pushing us to the...

The Drop – LAT Capability in Australia

Recently, the debate for a national firefighting fleet in Australia has again hit the national media spotlight. As their federal government invests twelve billion...

Hey FAA, Don’t Hide Restricted Category Aircraft Changes in Regulations for Light Sport Aircraft

The FAA's proposed rule changes outlined in Docket FAA-2023-1377, titled "Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification," offer promising advancements for streamlining processes for light-sport aircraft (LSA)....

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