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How to Prevent an Aircraft Fire Emergency As someone in the aviation industry, you understand how critical safety measures can be. Fire extinguishers are part of your aircraft safety measures, so it's key to keep them in proper working condition. Doing so can [...]

PMA vs. OEM: What You Need to Know Among aircraft parts distributors, the debate between parts manufacturer approval (PMA) and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts can be confusing and controversial. To understand how both options work, it's important to learn about their past [...]

What to Do in an Airplane Emergency The chances of experiencing an aviation emergency are extremely low. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), fatal accidents are declining each year. However, flight crews are still first and foremost safety professionals. Preparation is crucial to keeping passengers safe in any [...]

What Safety Equipment Is on an Aircraft? The aviation industry takes safety seriously. Air travel is generally very safe, and if an accident does happen, every aircraft has the proper equipment to ensure the safety of all crewmembers and passengers. Learn more about [...]

Aviation Safety Standards One hundred years ago, aviation was still in its infancy. Today, commercial and private aviation is a routine part of our lives. On average, over 2 million people fly in the U.S. every day. That number continues growing as airlines expand both international and [...]

What Is an 8130 Certificate? The aircraft parts and maintenance industry must closely follow Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards in their operations. In some cases, this includes the utilization of form 8130-3. While most in the industry are familiar with the FAA 8130 form [...]