Annual Inspection General Aviation Hangar 
Flying Magazine
MAY 23, 2025
For many general aviation pilots, the Piper Arrow occupies an important spot in aircraft evolutioncomplex enough to challenge and reward but accessible enough to own and operate without a second mortgage. The exterior finish is equally tidy thanks to years of residing in a hangar away from the elements.
Plane and Pilot
MARCH 23, 2025
Add in the cost of an annual inspection and it is prudent to develop a realistic budget for the first-year surprises that inevitably arise. Find a Broker The first step in any aircraft buy should be a visit to a reputable aviation insurance broker. Manual cable-operated flaps are generally less expensive than electric ones.
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Northstar VFR
AUGUST 25, 2024
Some of the things that are inspected during a line maintenance check are: Brakes Tires Hydraulics Oil level 2) A Checks Depending on the operation, A Checks are typically performed between 400-600 flight hours, or every 200-300 flights. These checks take a full working day, so the aircraft is usually parked inside of a hangar.
Plane and Pilot
AUGUST 13, 2024
Image: Adobe Stock] Mechanic’s Trunk Annuals Just because a mechanic is willing to show up at the hangar with a box of tools from the back of his pickup on a Saturday afternoon doesn’t mean it is going to be a good long-term solution. This doesn’t mean you can’t have a mechanic perform maintenance in your hangar, though.
Air Facts
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Because of this situation, I had to learn how to flight plan a flight of 1,120 nm up in the flight levels from Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania (KMPO), where the airplane is hangared, to Key West. After buying his single engine Cirrus, Steve needed to get current in flying IFR in general aviation, something he had not done since the 1970s.
Air Facts
APRIL 12, 2024
While looking for the right plane to buy, I had also asked around to other pilots about a general aviation (GA) repair shop in the area that they would recommend. The issue about getting a hangar and the necessary tools/toolbox is for another day, but I was learning about aviation life, meaning my wallet was getting real light.
Pilot's Life Blog
MAY 6, 2025
Cessnas Reputation in General Aviation Cessna aircraft have earned their place as a trusted name in aviation. If youve ever talked to a flight instructor, pilot, or even browsed aviation forums, youve probably heard one name come up again and againthe Cessna 172. Its not just popular.
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