General Aviation

Controlling Your Engine’s Temperature: Why It Matters. Managing engine temperature is critical, especially during demanding operations like aerotowing or high-power climbs. Following our discussion about general engine and oil temperature management, a key question arises: What is the best way to reduce your engine’s temperature? Should you keep the throttle fully open and use other […]

Engine Oil Has Six Essential Functions, High Oil Temperature May Signal an Unsolved Issue Engine oil does more than lubricate—it cools, cleans, seals, actuates, and preserves. Since cooling, cleaning, and preserving are just as important as lubrication, any changes in these areas should be investigated promptly. This topic arose during a recent talk at Flugring

Organising Your Aircraft’s Maintenance Records Has Never Been Easier Than with Adlog. Keeping aircraft maintenance records organised is a challenge for many owners, maintenance shops, and mechanics. Unfortunately, most aircraft documents aren’t properly organised. This makes tracking airworthiness difficult and can hurt resale value, especially when it’s time to sell and buyers hesitate or offer

Achieving your engine’s Time-Between-Overhaul (TBO) is possible with proper maintenance and consistent operation. Here, we’ll explore five common reasons engines fail to reach TBO and how you can avoid these issues to keep your engine running reliably. Note: Time-Between-Overhaul (TBO) refers to the manufacturer’s recommended hours or calendar time before an overhaul. It is not

How to Keep Your Aircraft Safe and Reliable Without Overspending. Maintaining an aircraft can be a significant expense, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. Understanding how to approach maintenance with a smart strategy is key to controlling costs while ensuring the safety and reliability of your aircraft. By following these five rules of

Unserviceable equipment doesn’t always mean your aircraft is unsafe or illegal to fly. Even a meticulously maintained aircraft can encounter unexpected snags. These issues often arise right before a planned trip or when you’re far from home base. But that doesn’t necessarily mean your aircraft can’t be flown legally. Unserviceable equipment doesn’t automatically make the

Competently Operating Your Aircraft Engine is Vital to Becoming a Pilot and Aircraft Owner. In the previous blog post, I realised I got off track while discussing how becoming a pilot and aircraft owner can change your life. I got so immersed in the details that I focused more on how to own and operate

The Installation of Essential Equipment Should Be One of Your Top Priorities Early on Your Journey to Becoming a Pilot and Aircraft Owner. Previously, we discussed the five rules for efficient and effective maintenance, the basic rules for working with your maintenance shop and aircraft mechanic, and the importance of establishing an engine condition monitoring

Selecting Your Own Aircraft is Where the Fun Really Starts. Welcome to Becoming a Pilot and Aircraft Owner Part Three. In the last blog post, Part Two of this series, we discussed the importance of adding additional ratings, becoming proficient, and staying current as a pilot. We also touched on one of the most exciting aspects of

Adding Ratings and Buying Your Very Own Aircraft is Only the Beginning of Your Journey as a Pilot and Aircraft Owner. In the last blog post, we discussed the pains of modern travel. Whether you travel by airliner, public transport, or car, the experience can be frustrating. We also started to outline how becoming a