The First Woman Aviation Maintenance Technician
As long as there have been aircraft, there have been people working on and fixing them. Like any machine they need regular maintenance to stay up…
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What Causes Flight Delays?
If you’ve ever had to suffer through a delayed or even cancelled flight, you know how frustrating it can be. However, as a passenger, you’re not…
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Fun Facts About the Tuskegee Airmen
February is Black History Month, and to celebrate this year, we are recognizing the Tuskegee Airmen. Although you may know that they were the first Black…
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What Is in An AMT’s Toolkit?
Like with any job, there are specific tools you need to get it done. Whether you are just starting out or have been an AMT for…
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Your Winter Aircraft Maintenance Checklist
As winter starts to finally settle in, there are some tasks you should be performing to ensure your aircraft is ready to withstand the cold weather.…
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The Anatomy of an Airplane
Although there can be vast differences in the various types of airplanes, they all have the same general components. These parts all working together is what…
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The Origins of International Civil Aviation Day
Every year since 1994, December 7th has been celebrated as International Civil Aviation Day. First established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)- a specialist organization…
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The Main Sectors of Aviation
Like aircraft themselves, the aviation industry is made up of many different moving parts. From pilots and air traffic control to aviation maintenance technicians and ground…
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Fun Facts for Aviation History Month
Every November we recognize Aviation History Month and the beginnings of controlled flight. While humans have looked to the skies for centuries and dreamt of flying,…
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The Anatomy of an Airplane Wing
From the wingtips (the ends of the wings) to the wing roots (where the wings connect to the fuselage) there’s more to an airplane wing than…
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3 Plane Crashes That Could Have Been Prevented with Proper Maintenance
Just like with any sort of transportation, aviation accidents happen. Whether it is a fatal crash or not, these can be extremely scary occurrences. In some…
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