Buying a used aircraft around Dayton can put you close to a deep aviation community, but proximity to aviation expertise does not eliminate the risks that come with an aging airframe, incomplete maintenance history, corrosion, or deferred repairs. Before money changes hands, a thorough pre-buy inspection can help you understand what you are actually purchasing. A […]
In a city known as the Birthplace of Aviation, safe flight still starts with the fundamentals. For pilots flying in and around Dayton, understanding aircraft weight and balance is one of the most important parts of preparing an airplane before leaving the ground. Weight and balance affects far more than whether everything physically fits inside […]
Recently the Avionics Department of First Flight Aviation conducted major systems upgrade installations on two Beechcraft T34/D45 Mentor aircraft. While our team has vast experience with performing upgrades, it is not often we get the opportunity to perform nearly identical major upgrades back-to-back, especially former military training aircraft such as these. We often get questions […]
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk, a cornerstone of aviation training and light aircraft enthusiasts, boasts a cockpit that is both intuitive and comprehensive. This guide will walk you through the various components of the Cessna 172 cockpit, providing you with the knowledge needed to navigate and understand this popular aircraft. Overview of the Cessna 172 Cockpit […]
Aircraft audio systems are a growing component area in today’s modern cockpits. From improper usage to aging systems to even incorrect original installation, they are an often forgotten about or overlooked Avionics system component until things go wrong. Call First Flight Aviation! (937) 885-5580 Mono vs. Stereo It seems everyone these days is walking around […]