The Savvy Aviator #65: What's Your Fuel Flow at Takeoff? »

By Mike Busch | March 30, 2009

One of the biggest reasons cylinders fail to go the distance is insufficient fuel flow at takeoff. Is yours set high enough? More

The Savvy Aviator #64: The Pre-Buy »

By Mike Busch | February 19, 2009

Thinking of selling your aircraft? Looking to buy a "pre-loved" one? Here are some eye-opening "war stories" about pre-buys gone wrong, and some advice about how to avoid getting burned. More

The Savvy Aviator #63: Recommended or Required? »

By Mike Busch | October 23, 2008

Your aircraft is undergoing its annual inspection, and your IA tells you that he has to perform some costly maintenance task because the manufacturer says it's required. But is it really? More

The Savvy Aviator #62: What's That Going To Cost? »

By Mike Busch | September 25, 2008

When it comes to aviation maintenance, it's not impolite to ask what something is going to cost. It's mandatory. More

The Savvy Aviator #61: Secrets of Cost-Effective Maintenance »

By Mike Busch | August 28, 2008

Managing your maintenance properly can save you a ton of money. It's not rocket science. More

The Savvy Aviator #60: Misfueled! »

By Mike Busch | July 31, 2008

When piston airplanes are fueled with Jet A, people can die. More

The Savvy Aviator #59: EGT, CHT and Leaning »

By Mike Busch | July 3, 2008

Why does proper leaning procedure seem to be such a confusing subject for pilots when it's so darn easy? More

The Savvy Aviator #58: Why Mechanics Make Mistakes »

By Mike Busch | June 5, 2008

"To err is human ..." and when aircraft mechanics make mistakes, bad things can happen. More

The Savvy Aviator #57: Making Metal? »

By Mike Busch | May 8, 2008

The most crucial aspect of engine-condition monitoring is to ensure that nothing is coming apart inside the crankcase. Are you and your A&P doing it right? More

The Savvy Aviator #56: Before You Yank That Jug ... »

By Mike Busch | April 10, 2008

Your aircraft is undergoing its annual inspection, and your IA tells you that a cylinder has weak compression and has to come off. Here are some things to consider before you tell him to go ahead. More

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