Cabin Heaters
View Full ArticleThe Janitrol Heater Season
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - November 2000
Author: Drew Arnberg
From the "whirling flame" principle of combustion to the necessity of performing Pressure Decay Testing, this insightful article walks you through the unique design characteristics, diagnostic testing, and problem resolution associated with the Janitrol heater.
Piston Engine Troubleshooting
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - March 1998
Author: Thomas Ehresman
A brief but inclusive look at some common pitfalls mechanics face when challenged with the daunting task of troubleshooting recip engine problems. This discussion provides a great aid for correctly diagnosing system and component failures.
Electrical Accessories
View Full ArticleTaking Charge of Alternator Problems
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - April 2001
Author: Winston Greer and Mike McCluskey
A concise compendium of alternator issues from "nuisance tripping" and "radio noise" to low current output, and pulsing ammeters. This article focuses on the troubleshooting of Single Engine alternator woes. The goal is to help the mechanic to accurately identify failure modes and to isolate the root cause of various alternator problems.
New Generation Voltage Regulators
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - May/June 1999
Author: Kelly Aerospace Technical Service Group
An examination of one of the least understood aircraft subsystems. This thoughtful treatise provides and overview of both the functional and diagnostic advantages offered by the latest design voltage control units, with an emphasis on system troubleshooting and problem resolution.
Piston Engine Troubleshooting
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - March 1998
Author: Thomas Ehresman
A brief but inclusive look at some common pitfalls mechanics face when challenged with the daunting task of troubleshooting recip engine problems. This discussion provides a great aid for correctly diagnosing system and component failures.
Fuel & Filtration
View Full ArticleLear Romec Fuel Pumps - Pressure to perform
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - September 2003
Author: Randy Knuteson
AD2003-14-03 affect the Fuel Pump in your Lycoming Engine? This article clears up some of the confusion while providing options for the owner/operator.
Old Faithful: The Marvel(ous) Schebler Carburetor
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - October 2000
Author: Randy Knuteson
This detailed discussion is meant to familiarize both pilots and mechanics with the inner workings of their Marvel Schebler (Precision) Carburetors. Helpful diagrams and cut-away views aid the reader in correctly identifying and understanding the various subsystems and how they relate to each other and to proper engine performance.
Lear Romec Pumps (Rock Solid Simplicity with a Few Rough Edges)
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - July 2000
Author: Randy Knuteson
Lear Romec Fuel Pumps have served the aviation community since the days Wiley Post and Amelia Earhart. This methodical approach will help to enhance your understanding of the pump's basic operation. Maintenance issues, trouble-shooting procedures, and recent design changes are also reviewed in this article.
Continuous Flow Fuel Injection Systems
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - November 1998
Author: Randy Knuteson
A thorough study of TCM's "Continuous Flow Fuel Injection Systems." This article describes the general operation of Continental Fuel Injection components while identifying potential problems associated with setting these systems up on the airframe.
Piston Engine Troubleshooting
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - March 1998
Author: Thomas Ehresman
A brief but inclusive look at some common pitfalls mechanics face when challenged with the daunting task of troubleshooting recip engine problems. This discussion provides a great aid for correctly diagnosing system and component failures.
Troubleshooting Bendix (Precision) Fuel Injection Servos
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - November 1997
Author: Randy Knuteson
The goal of this article is to provide you with the techniques that will set you apart from the mechanic who takes the "shotgun" approach to troubleshooting. A framework for identifying and correcting Fuel Servo problems is provided with a helpful chart for evaluating problems, identifying their causes and potential remedies.
Fuel Injection Nozzles
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - April 1997
Author: Randy Knuteson
Whoever thought simple Fuel Injection Nozzles should receive such close scrutiny? The focus of this article is on maintenance, cleaning, testing, and troubleshooting of Injection Nozzles for both the Lycoming and Continental engines.
Turbocharging Systems Components
View Full ArticleBoosting Your Knowledge of Turbocharging (Part 1&2)
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - July 1999
Author: Randy Knuteson
Written in laymen's terms, this two-part series provides a technical and informative look at the inner workings and interrelationship of Turbochargers to their supporting Valves and Controls. A "must read" for Mechanics who desire to increase their understanding of these perplexing systems. (Part 1 deals solely with Turbochargers, Part 2 with Valves and Controls)
Piston Engine Troubleshooting
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - March 1998
Author: Thomas Ehresman
A brief but inclusive look at some common pitfalls mechanics face when challenged with the daunting task of troubleshooting recip engine problems. This discussion provides a great aid for correctly diagnosing system and component failures.
The RAJAY Turbocharger
Magazine: Aircraft Maintenance Technology - October 1997
Author: Randy Knuteson
"Turbo-normalizing" is a term that has become synonomous with RAJAY turbochargers. This article provides a historical and informational look at the RAJAY line of turbochargers from their inception with TRW through RAJAY's current owners - Kelly Aerospace.