Vector Online - Page 2, In category Aircraft owner and aircraft

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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Keeping low-use radial engines safe and serviceable

Recent occurrences linked to the maintenance and operation of low-use radial engines in New Zealand have generated an industry discussion about how best to keep such engines functioning safely.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance, Engines and engine failure;

Posted 4 years ago

Performance checking of supercharged radial engines

Proper performance checking of supercharged radial engines – whether pre- or post-maintenance, or preflight – is a critical task, which requires care, training and a good knowledge of what the procedure seeks to achieve.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance, Engines and engine failure;

Posted 4 years ago

Is that a design change?

Before installing something new on your aircraft, think about what it means for the aircraft’s safety – its airworthiness – and if the installation can be done in accordance with…

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 4 years ago

Summer flying

It’s been a weird year, ae? And now you’re busting to get back into the air. Just before you do, have a look at this summery (see what we did there?) of advice from past Vector magazines.

Electrical load analysis - A reminder to owners

Has your aircraft’s electrical system been changed since manufacture? If so, it needs an electrical load analysis to, among other things, reassure you the battery can support the aircraft should…

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance;

Posted 4 years ago

A message to aircraft owners

This is about maintenance. As your aircraft retakes the skies after the COVID-19 grounding, it’s crucial to understand your obligations. Read the articleA message to aircraft owners

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance;

Posted 4 years ago

Flying limitations

If your aircraft has a special category airworthiness certificate, or is a microlight, you need to be aware of the rules about flying over ‘congested’ areas.

Service bulletins and YOU

If you’re an aircraft owner or operator, you ignore service information at your peril. Read the articleService bulletins and YOU

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance;

Posted 5 years ago

The many responsibilities of an aircraft owner

It’s a dream come true for many, owning your own aircraft. But that dream can turn into a bit of a nightmare if you don’t understand your responsibilities.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft;

Posted 6 years ago

Maintenance control for Part 135 and 125

The role of the maintenance controller in a certificated organisation is vital for the economic wellbeing of the organisation as well as for safety and compliance.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance;

Posted 6 years ago

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