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<\/a>Tips for storage<\/h2>\n– change the oil<\/p>\n
– chock the wheels, front and back<\/p>\n
– release the parking brake to prevent the brake from seizing, while keeping your aircraft static<\/p>\n
– blank the inlets exhaust and vents to reduce the amount of moisture able to get into your engine which can cause corrosion<\/p>\n
– apply a canopy cover or a least tie a dust sheet over your cockpit area. \u00c2\u00a0Bird dropping can be quite corrosive and etch the surface if not removed over a period of time<\/p>\n
– apply airframe grease<\/p>\n
– check that the fuel cocks are closed and master switches are off<\/p>\n
– to be thorough, remove your battery<\/p>\n
– fill the fuel tanks to avoid build up of condensation in the tanks over winter<\/p>\n
– if not in a hangar, ensure your aircraft is secure. \u00c2\u00a0Use tie down points secured to ground anchors, or concrete blocks. \u00c2\u00a0Straps should not be too tight as they may alter in length depending on weather conditions.\u00c2\u00a0 You may want to invest into a block heater if you have access to electricity.<\/p>\n
Consider investing into a heated hangar…your plane will love it.\u00c2\u00a0 Or while your not flying,\u00c2\u00a0treat yourself to an upgrade whether it be a handheld or a full on avionics upgrade, \u00c2\u00a0it’s a great way to start the new year!<\/p>\n \u00c2\u00a0 <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Maxcraft Avionics<\/a>\u00c2\u00a0is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic\u00c2\u00a0system upgrades like the Garmin GTN series, including installation of everything from a basic\u00c2\u00a0VHF\u00c2\u00a0Radio and simple Garmin portable GPS all the way to\u00c2\u00a0TCAS, EFIS,\u00c2\u00a0and autopilot\u00c2\u00a0systems<\/a>. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and we have over 20,000 unique part numbers in our\u00c2\u00a0in inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.<\/em><\/p>\n Be prepared and winterize your aircraft Are you prepared?\u00c2\u00a0 With a crispness in the air, cold winds around us, and frost on the wings, its time to take care of your plane and prepare it for the cold weather. Whether … Continue reading <\/a><\/p>\nNot into flying this winter?<\/h3>\n
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