Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Among the most popular general aviation types ever produced, Piper’s venerable PA-28 series is widely regarded as one of the easiest to own, maintain, and fly. A Garmin GPS/COM handles navigation and communication duties, and an updated transponder provides ADS-B Out capability.

Annual Inspection

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 annual inspection was completed in August 2024 and is valid through August 2025.

Annual Inspection

Flying Magazine

JULY 4, 2025

The avionics stack features dual TKM MX-300 nav/comm units, supported by a King KT76A Mode C transponder and King KGX 150T ADS-B Out. 1961 Cessna 172C Skyhawk [Courtesy: Southwest Aero] A Cleveland brakes STC improves stopping power, and the aircraft has received a conversion from the original generator to an alternator system.

Annual Inspection

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

These required inspections are vitally important to the safe operation of general aviation aircraft, so even student pilots are required to know the basics to pass a Private Pilot checkride. The “100 hour inspection” is very similar to the annual inspection of the airframe, powerplant, and propeller.

Annual Inspection