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AOPA Pilot introduces “Frugal Flier,” a series designed to help pilots better manage their aircraft and flying in these turbulent economic times.
Gotcha covered – Protecting your investment
A hangar is the best way to keep an airplane out of the elements. But what if none is available, or affordable? What can aircraft owners do to protect airplanes living outdoors? Canvas canopy covers, and even whole-airplane covers, are a compelling option. A new canopy cover made to protect all windows and doors in a [...]
A light bulb goes on: warming up to a good idea
Starting a cold-soaked piston aircraft engine can seem cruel and abusive. The battery protests, the starter groans, cylinders fire reluctantly, and the needle on the oil pressure gauge takes its time coming to life. All that metal-on-metal contact during the first few seconds of cranking can cause significant wear—some say as much as hundreds of hours [...]
DIY oil change
After a long trip to and from AOPA Expo, the 2008 Get Your Glass Sweepstakes Archer was due for some TLC that included an oil change. But Jiffy Lube doesn’t do airplanes. And many FBOs regard such mundane service items as obstacles that get in the way of larger, more complex, and more lucrative projects. [...]
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AOPA Pilot introduces “Frugal Flier” a series designed to help pilots better manage their aircraft and flying in these turbulent economic times.
