Archive: February 2025
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Feb
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2025
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During a recent visit to Wing, a leading drone operator in Dallas, Texas, I was captivated by the precision, efficiency, and innovation behind their eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) operations. Wing’s mission to revolutionize urban delivery aligns surprisingly well with the goals of my companies: Helicopter Institute and Longhorn Helicopters. What became clear during my visit was the shared challenges and opportunities between our industries, emphasizing the potential for collaboration rather than competition.
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eVTOL
M2C
My 2 Cents Worth
Randy Rowles
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My Two Cents Worth
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Feb
28
2025
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Over the past several years, I have noticed applicants of all levels struggle with weather. And no, I am not talking about weather theory, which most enjoy as much as a root canal. I am referring to more of the application and correlation of weather products and how to interpret what you are observing, often in terms of color codes presented.
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Matt Johnson
Rotorcraft Checkride
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Rotorcraft Checkride
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Feb
28
2025
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It would be interesting to know how many of you have heard of or know someone who has been awarded The Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award…or maybe have earned one yourself. The Federal Aviation Administration presents this award to honor a very elite group of aviation mechanics. To qualify for consideration requires at least 50 years of documented work experience in aviation maintenance, to hold an Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or Repairman Certificate in good standing and to demonstrate professionalism and dedication to aviation safety. The award is named for Charles Taylor who was the first aviation mechanic. He collaborated with the Wright brothers and played a pivotal role in developing the engine for their first powered flight.
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Maintenance Minute
Mark Tyler
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Maintenance Minute