Maintenance Director Notebook

R&WI's newest column peeks into the maintenance perspective.

Following my own keep-it-simple method for troubleshooting, let’s discuss the most elementary maintenance practice that will have a positive effect on engine longevity and will control costs: engine hygiene.

When lines fail, results can be disastrous.

With more than 670,000 registered, the FAA expects there will be nearly 7 million small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) sharing U.S. airspace, with an estimated 250,000 piloted aircraft by 2020.

The more we do our job correctly, the more confident we become that we are doing our job correctly.

The sobering details of some air transportation theories presented from the likes of Uber — while exciting and intoxicating — require pragmatic review.

Here's a sample of the technical training offered during HELI-EXPO that will benefit the owner, the pilot and you, the maintainer – as well as the helicopter in your care.