Aviation Insights for Serious Aircraft Owners
Evidence-Based Aviation Insights for Piston Aircraft Ownership
This section provides structured aviation insights focused on piston aircraft ownership, aircraft maintenance decision-making, aircraft engine operation, and professional airworthiness management. The content is written for owner-pilots operating Continental- and Lycoming-powered aircraft who want clarity, competence, and control — not folklore or forum advice.
Each article is designed to:
- Explain airworthiness management in practical terms
- Clarify aircraft engine operation principles
- Reduce maintenance uncertainty
- Provide structured aircraft ownership guidance
This is not aviation news.
It is operational insight.
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In-Flight Test Procedures – DA40 with Lycoming IO-360-M1A
Why In-Flight Test Procedures Matter. In-flight test procedures are among the first things we ask clients to perform when we start working together or when they acquire a new (to them) aircraft. These tests quickly establish a baseline for your engine’s health. Completing the following in-flight test procedures takes about
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Articles covering aircraft ownership, operations optimisation, maintenance decision-making, and independent advisory topics for private pilots and aircraft owners.

How To Control Your Aircraft’s Engine Temperature
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

Why High Oil Temperature Might Indicate Issues with Your Aircraft Engine
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

The Adlog Aircraft Maintenance Recordkeeping System
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,

Five Reasons Your Aircraft Engine May Not Reach Time-Between-Overhaul (TBO)
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

Five Rules of Cost-Effective Aircraft Maintenance
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

Is Your Aircraft too Broken to Fly?
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
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