From Seaplanes to Annuals: Inside the Mind of an Aircraft Mechanic
In this episode of Flight Tales, host Ryan Owens sits down with A&P/IA mechanic and seaplane pilot Vernon Knowles to talk about what really keeps your airplane safe, legal, and running strong. From backcountry-style seaplane flying on the Red River to the gritty reality of annuals, 100-hour inspections, and burnt valves, this one is pure gold for owners, students, and working pilots.
Vernon breaks down:
How to become an A&P mechanic (school vs. on-the-job experience) and what an IA actually does
The real difference between annuals and 100-hour inspections—and why sitting airplanes often cost…
The skinny
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