Piper Cub being prepared for permit
An early Piper Cub J3C being prepared for a permit which included having its elevator bushes replaced. Amazing how small specialist tools make a job so much easier!
Baron gets its props
A particularly smart Baron gets its propellors back.
Cessna cracked axle
A Cessna landed at Lydd with one main wheel not looking quite right. Further investigation found a cracked axle. Fortunately noticed before it could have caused significant damage.
The Robin’s shiny overhauled 0-235
A group owned Robin came in for a 50 hour check, when the filter was checked, metal filings were found, further investigation found the cam shaft was starting to break down. The engine was sent in to Norvic Aero Engines for a complete overhaul.
Winterising GA Aircraft
Some aircraft live outside or in pretty damp hangers and during the winter months can be inactive for weeks, possibly even months. We have been asked about the best way to preserve aircraft during this time given much indifferent and sometimes inaccurate information being available on the internet. Contact Eagle to discuss your concerns, requirements [...]
Annual on an N reg Pitts S1
An annual was required on an N reg Pitts S1. So working with our FAA approvals Engineer we created a maintenance plan and carried out the work. The engine mount needed strengthening, this carried out by our CAA approved welder.
Cleaning and Polishing the Beech Jet
Polishing the Lydd Air Beech Jet
Annual T67M FireFly
An annual and tank inspection was required on a T67M Mk2 FireFly. The aircraft is not the usual aluminium construction of a typical Piper/Cessna so it helps to have some specialist knowledge. Two of our engineers worked extensively with these when they were part of the RAF, in fact this one was certified by James [...]
PA32-260 Top End Overhaul
A PA32-260, the Cherokee Six, needed a top end overhaul. Six new cylinders were required and fitted.