Ask the A&Ps
AOPAExperts Mike Busch, Paul New, and Colleen Sterling answer your toughest aviation maintenance questions. Submit questions to podcasts@aopa.org. New episodes are released the first and fifteenth of every month.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 89 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHow ToEducation | |||
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Gotchas and head-scratchers are the theme this episode, as Mike, Paul, and Colleen help an owner with a pitted camshaft, an inop instrument, a faulty vacuum line, and ops procedures.
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How do you fix a fix? Mike, Paul, and Colleen explore STC challenges, including parts, wrong installations, and ADS-B that isn't working.
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Mike, Paul, and Colleen are in the hot seat as they answer live audience questions from Airventure 2025.
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How to tell the difference between greases? Mike, Paul, and Collen break it down, plus high lean of peak temps, breaking in an engine on an experimental, and composite airframe cracks.
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- Unlistenable
That older sounding fella interrupts the conversation constantly. Talking over people, injecting a random piece of info in the middle of peoples sentences, it’s nonstop. I didn’t even get 10 minutes into an episode and had to turn it off. 👎🏻
Apple Podcasts1Chibikabra
United States9 months ago - Filling in the gap
Through typical pilot training programs, we tend to spend substantial time and effort on maneuvers and other key aspects of flight but spend very little time on understanding the engine and other mechanical aspects the aircraft. This podcast is extremely helpful for filling that gap, particularly for the owner/pilot.
Apple Podcasts5daveike-n813psUnited Statesa year ago - Love the show!!
So, my kryptonite is maintenance, but after finding your show, I have a new interest. The three of you complement each other so well, and I have learned so much from listening! I have quite a few back recordings to catch up on, but thankfully, I have an hour commute to work. Thank you for what you do! Plus, now I have a few books I need to order thanks to Mike!
Apple Podcasts5PilotwithoutaplaneUnited Statesa year ago Wonderful podcast. Learned so much in just the first few episodes! Highly recommend it to anyone!
Audible5Garhett LangerUnited States2 years ago- Wonderful podcast. Learned so much in just the first few episodes!
Wonderful podcast. Learned so much in just the first few episodes! Highly recommend it to anyone!
Audible5Garhett LangerUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #159 | United States/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #121 |  Chile/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #144 |  Israel/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #203 |  Indonesia/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #218 |  Sweden/Leisure |
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Focused on aviation maintenance, this show caters to both enthusiasts and professionals looking to deepen their understanding of aircraft upkeep. The hosts regularly address listener inquiries, providing practical advice on a range of topics from engine management to compliance with regulations. Episodes feature insightful discussions on the complexities of modern aviation technology, the challenges faced by mechanics, and essential maintenance practices crucial for safety and efficiency. The mix of personal anecdotes and detailed technical information creates a unique blend of education and entertainment, appealing to anyone with an interest in aviation. The podcast stands out for its approachable style and the wealth of knowledge shared b... more
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Ask the A&Ps launched 5 years ago and published 89 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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