Versatile Piper Twin: Aztec Has Big Advantages for Veteran Pilot Aaron Lewis
A love for skydiving grew into a love of aviation for Aaron Lewis. He’s also turned that love of aviation into a career.
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Author: Piper Owner Society
FAA Proposes AD to Fix Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot Software Glitch
On Oct. 10, the FAA released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that affects the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot System
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I Want to Paint My Plane. Now What?
Much has been written about the process of stripping and applying paint to aircraft. However, a new paint job takes a lot of thoughtful planning and research before you hand your aircraft keys to your selected paint shop
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Catch Propeller Nicks Before They Become Cracks
Could a tiny nick on a propeller blade cause an airplane accident? The simple answer is Yes!
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House Approves Three-Month FAA Extension
The House of Representatives has passed legislation to extend the statutory authorities of the Federal Aviation Administration
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Piper Magazine November 2023
8 Featured Plane
Piper Turbo Arrow III: Scott Sherer’s Sleek 1977 PA-28R
16 Avionics
Situational Awareness: ForeFlight
20 Sky Talk
Do You Need Renter’s Insurance?
24 Not Your Father’s Salvage:
32 Maintenance Test Flights for GA Pilots
36 A Maintenance-Induced Emergency:
38 Navigating the FAA’s Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS)
46 Hangar Tip
Static Takeoff or Rolling Takeoff?
Piper Aircraft Inc. Issues Revised Wing Walk Modification and Inspection Service Letter
Piper has issued Service Letter (SL) 1327A, which supersedes SL 1327 in its entirety.
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EarthX Announces STC for 12V Lithium Batteries
EarthX, Inc has earned an FAA AML STC that will permit the installation of its FAA TSO’d 12V LiFePO4 battery in many single engine aircrafts.
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FAA Updates Oil Filter Adapter Gasket AD for Certain Continental Engines
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022–04–04 for certain Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.
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New Step for Your Piper
A couple of years ago, Piper Owner Society Aviation Director Scott Sherer’s Arrow suffered a cracked step. He got it fixed after it was caught during an inspection.
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Trailblazing Archer II Comes Back to Life: A 1976 History Maker
Some of the best things in life come as a complete surprise. That’s what happened to Jeffrey Killion (who everyone calls J.D.) and his fiancée Emma Graves
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Ceramic Coat Your Airplane
What a great flying day! I could tell by the number of bugs smashed on the leading edge of the wings, cowl, and wheel pants!
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Cylinder Baffling & Keeping Your Engine Cool
A topic of interest for any aircraft owner should be the proper maintenance of your engine’s baffling.
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Ensuring a Lien Release is FAA-Approved
I purchased an airplane a few years ago, which brought to light an interesting turn of events I would like to share, as I’m told others have found themselves in a similar situation.
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Correcting Headset Mistakes
Headset manufacturers cringe when they see their products proudly and incorrectly worn by pilots on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. So, what are we doing wrong?
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Garmin Receives Additional GFC 500 Autopilot Certifications
Certified aircraft now include select Cessna Cardinal, Beechcraft Mentor, and Piper Seneca models.
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EAA and Other Aviation Groups Request FAA to Extend Comment Period for MOSAIC
EAA has released a statement commending the FAA for its work on MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification).
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AEA Reports Record-Breaking Second Quarter for 2023
The Aircraft Electronics Association has released its second-quarter 2023 Avionics Market Report, announcing $1.6 billion in sales worldwide.
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Pipers Magazine October 2023
8 Featured Plane
Versatile Piper Twin: Aztec Has Big Advantages for Veteran Pilot Aaron Lewis
16 Avionics
Personal Minimums
20 Sky Talk
Fly More, Save More! Reducing the Variable Expenses of Ownership
24 I Want to Paint My Plane. Now What?
34 Arrow Speed Mods: Do They Work?
44 Industry News
46 Hangar Tip
Catch Propeller Nicks Before They Become Cracks
Piper Announces Name Change of Maintenance Manual Distributor
Piper Aircraft has released Service Spares Letter (SSL) 448A to announce that its...
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