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Rotax
Classes to be Held from February 14th through the 23rd
Rotax Training Classes at CPS
California Power Systems has Rotax certified training classes scheduled from February 14th through the 23rd. CPS is conducting the classes in their new training facility at the Chino Airport (CNO) in Southern California. The classes range from 2 Stroke Service and Maintenance Training all the way to 912/914 Heavy Maintenance Training. Professional mechanics as well ...
Rotax Engine Training at Aero Technical Institute Before LSA Expo
For those planning a trip to the Sebring, Florida U.S. Sport Aviation Expo (January 19-22, 2012) and want to get more done for your travel dollar, you should consider coming early and attend Rotax engine maintenance classes at the Aero Technical Institute (ATI). The classes are good for several different levels of expertise including Airframe ...
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc. (6/7/11)
Two-stroke engine ignition systems have come a long way in the history of aviation engines and the new capacitor discharge systems have made daily tinkering with ignitions a thing of the dusty past. However, the systems do have their own maintenance issues, some of them created by how pilots install the engines. Mike Stratman joins us to tell us how to keep your engine running well.
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc. (4/26/11)
This is our first chance to talk with Mike Stratman since Sun 'n Fun. Mike explains some of the engine concerns that aircraft owners who had their airplanes damaged in the storm at the show should think about and we talk about prop strikes in general.
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc. (3/1/11)
The Rotax 912 series engines have nice long times between overhaul (TBO). However, the gearbox is an integral part of the engine and does require quicker inspections. Mike Stratman talks about the inspection and explains how 100LL fuel affects the gearbox.
New Source for Rotax Aircraft Engine Owners to Find Service Providers
Rotax Flying & Safety Club has completed updates to the web pages of RFSC Rotax iRMT (independent Rotax Maintenance Technician) currently trained for work on the BRP-Powertrain®, Rotax® brand, aircraft engines. The website is www.RotaxiRMT.com Over the past 3 years the Rotax® requirements of worldwide training of technicians to uniform standards has been lead by ...
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc. (1/18/11)
There are few parts of the engine system that seem to be ignored as much as throttles. Mike Stratman joins us to talk about their construction, adjustment and maintenance. After all, one of the last things you want in flight is a throttle failure.
Phil Lockwood, Lockwood Aviation (1/11/11)
The search for Rotax engine knowledge has evolved over the years. Phil Lockwood, one of the most popular forum presenters at the Sebring LSA Expo, talks about the evolution from two-stroke to four-stroke seminars over the years and some of the implications of that trend.
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc. (11/23/10)
The oil system on a 912 series engine is a dry sump system. Mike Stratman explains what that is, how it works, and how to change oil and start the Rotax 912 engine. We talk about all the things you need to know but may have been too shy to ask.
Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
If you are planning on doing some winter flying this season, there may be some maintenance items you want to work on before it gets too cold. Mike Stratman joins us to talk about one of the items, the Tanis engine pre-heating system for Rotax 912 series engines. Not only does it get your aircraft ready for flying faster in the winter, it is also better for your engine. Mike tells us why.