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One of the most cost-effective and non-destructive methods of gauging the condition of an aircraft’s engine is to use the standards and guidelines of a Spectrometric Oil Analysis Program (SOAP). As you know, by testing the chemical composition of metal particles which may be suspended in an airplane’s oil samples, engineers are able to identify […]

Do you own an aircraft that seems like it may have been around in the time of Orville and Wilbur Wright? If so, you could eventually face the age old dilemma of when and whether or not you should overhaul or repair its engine. Let’s take a quick look at this issue. Repair vs. Overhaul.

It goes without saying that a properly maintained aircraft has greater value, is safer and can sell at a higher price than one that is not. In that way, aircraft are really no different than cars. (They are, of course, much more complex and subject to many more regulations.) That being said, let’s first look

Though it may seem like tedious work to some degree, proper record keeping and logbook upkeep are crucial to any maintenance program. Beyond the obvious fact that this is required by the FAA every time a mechanic works on an airplane, it is also essential for many other reasons. Let’s take a look at some

Whether you are in the commuter, cargo, or agricultural sector, it all begins with a well-maintained and capable craft. And since buying a craft can be a daunting task even for professionals, here are a few tips we’ve assembled. Decide on new or used: Before you start the process of searching for a plane decide

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the recipients of the 2018 Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) Employer Recognition Awards. CD Aviation Services, a leading provider in small turbine engine maintenance, service, and support, recently announced they have received the 2018 AMT Employer Recognition award from the NATA for aviation maintenance that encourages and supports continual

CD Aviation Services (CDAS) of Joplin, Mo. received the prestigious William (Bill) O’Brien Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Diamond Award of Excellence for the 11th consecutive year. The requirement to qualify for the Employer FAA Diamond Award of Excellence is to have 100 percent of the company’s eligible Aviation Maintenance Technicians earn an Individual AMT Award.

CDAS has recently implemented a customer loyalty program. This program is unique in the fact that the program follows the aircraft engine. Each logbook will have a certificate placed at the beginning of the book that offers benefits to the current operator of the engine for maintaining the engine at CD Aviation Services. This provides

CDAS’s AOG mobile engine maintenance service unit is a new way for them to provide maintenance to their customers. Further, this new service approach supports the modular design of engines and APU and provides round-the-clock availability that meets the needs of their clientele. The field services they provide are TFE731 line maintenance and field support,

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the recipients of the 2017 Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) Employer Recognition Awards. CD Aviation Services, a leading provider in small turbine engine maintenance, service, and support, recently announced they have received the 2017 AMT Employer Recognition award from the NATA for aviation maintenance that encourages and supports continual