Cessna 172 Maintenance

As a flight school operator, there’s only so much we can legally do when it comes to aircraft maintenance, but that doesn’t stop me from getting my hands dirty. Anytime one of our planes has its engine cowling off, you’ll probably find me right there with our mechanics soaking up every bit of knowledge I can. From routine inspections to blown-out tires and troubleshooting and repairs, I stick around, ask questions, and observe the process up close.

I may not be the one turning the wrenches, but I know what’s under the hood of our fleet and how it all works - because understanding aircraft inside and out isn’t just helpful, it’s essential for running one of NJ's bests flight school. For now, the notepad stays in my hand, but the mindset is the same as any mechanic on the shop floor: keep the airplane safe, keep it flying, and never stop paying attention.