Installation of a CHT probe is amazing simple and, in this article, we show you how to do it yourself.

You begin with installing the CHT probe in the rear spark plug of both the front and rear cylinder so the cylinder head probe is going to go in the aft plug with the plug closest to the rear of the airplane in both the front cylinder and the rear cylinder.

Start with taking out the spark plug. With the spark plug out, we recommend application of a little bit of anti-seize compound on the threads. With the spark plug out you should notice the presence of a compression washer – make sure it stays there. There will a ... Read more »

Looking for an engine data management system that offers precision diagnostics, superior features, monitors 29 different critical engine parameters? Look no further than the EDM 790 system.

The EDM 790 manufactured by JPI, USA, is perhaps the best aftermarket EDM and is worth every penny you spend on it. Moreover, though under US ten thousand dollars, this 4 / 6-cylinder EDM includes the transducers in its price and kit.

An EDM is not something you change every year or even every other year, therefore; when planning to upgrade, you as the owner of your aircraft, will naturally want the most advanced, safest and best ... Read more »

The EDM 700 series engine data management system is one of the finest engine monitoring instruments available for the aircraft. In this article, will provide you with an overview and the special features of the engine data management 700 system.

To begin with, the EDM 700 is analogues to a flight engineer always present in your cockpit and working silently in the background constantly watching over your engine while the pilots concentrate on flying the aircraft.

Overview & Special Features of the EDM 700 System

The EDM 700 Engine Monitor critical components of the aircraft engine three ti ... Read more »

The only time we really look at or think about the ignition system is when the aircraft engine fails to respond at the turn of the key. Today, let’s examine this little device that could make or break your day in the sky.

The aircraft ignition system is very simple and normally very reliable. It consists of a starter switch or "mag switch", wiring harness with leads, couple of magnetos, and the spark plugs. All these are interconnected.

To understand and care for your aircraft ignition system, we need to understand what exactly happens when the pilot turns the switch.

When the ignition is turned on:
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The Engine Analyzer / System Monitor 350 is a nifty little power-packed device which, when connected to the sensors, reads and analysis engine data. It effectively is a secondary pair of ‘eyes and ears’ for your aircraft – one that keeps constant watch over the engine.

Occupying just 3.25-square inches of space in the aircraft’s dashboard, the aircraft engine monitoring system 350 manufactured by J.P Instruments, USA, is very easily fitted.

Packed with electronic chips, the aircraft engine monitoring system 350, analyses 24 different function of the aircraft engine. Starting at just $798 for the b ... Read more »

The aircraft engine data manager is something you select carefully and install - usually just once in your life-time. For this reason, J.P Instruments have made sure that their engine data managers for experimental aircraft are absolutely the best that money can buy and this goes for the EDM 740 too.

This highly innovative and aggressively priced product is aimed at 4- and 6-cylinder experimental aircraft. The 4-cylinder EDM 740 model is priced at $2,899 whereas the 6-cylinder model is priced at just $3,250.

The aircraft engine data manager 740 system for 4 and 6 cylinders covers just about everything that any pilot would want. It ... Read more »

Current aircraft flying around in the skies have either the analog fuel flow instrument (aircraft 10+ years old), or have the new digital version. While the analog ones simply display the balance fuel quantity, the digital version (depending on the model), provide a whole host of important information.

Aircraft owners who have opted for after-market fuel flow instruments, usually install the fuel scan 450 Twin manufactured by J.P. Instruments, and is probably the best fuel indicator in the market.

Typically, modern-day fuel flow instruments (depending on brand and model), offer lots of information in real time including:

1. Fuel quantity alarm.
2. Pilot selectable quantity display in gallons, litres or pounds.
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The installation and maintenance of the EDM 960 Twin Engine Management System must only be carried out by certified aircraft maintenance engineer.

The EDM-960 Display Installation

Before you install the EDM 960, located your fuel quantity calibration records as the installation engineer might need to refer to it at time of installation of the EDM 960. Also, before you install the EDM 960, it might be a good idea to spend a few minutes in the cockpit and decide on exact location of the EDM 960 display. The best recommendation is to install the display within the natural scan and easy reach o ... Read more »

Even small quantities of dust and dirt entering data ports of various aircraft instruments are often sufficient to throw a fit at the most inopportune time. When receiving a newly purchased aircraft instrument, have it thoroughly examined and as far as possible, fully tested before installation and take off.

The installation process itself should be handled with care. Tighten the nuts (or screws) too much and you could end up destroying the outer casing which in turn could severely damage the internal parts.

Aircraft instrument repairs are supposed to be handled by approved shop and done under controlled conditions. Every repair ... Read more »

EDM 790 is truly a top-of-the-line Aircraft engine data manager. It is without doubt, the best EDM system that money can buy and provides the best return for your money.

With a price tag a tad under ten grand, the EDM 790 is designed for 4 and 6-cylinder aircraft engines and accessories include the transducers.

Billed as the most advanced twin piston engine-monitoring device in the market, is not the only feather in its cap; the EDM 790 has been TSO’d for quality and is as good as having a Flight Engineer and Maintenance engineer onboard; one who never nods off or losses concentration during a flight – not even for a se ... Read more »