SMAC314 Electroair James Spearman FINAL Audio Version

SMAC314 Electroair James Spearman FINAL Audio Version

Author: Carl Valeri April 1, 2024 Duration: 28:44
Joining us today is the owner of "James Spearman Aircraft", an airplane maintenance shop in Sevierville, Tennessee at the KGKT airport. Before we begin a quick reminder the new 2024 version of the scholarship guide has been published and is available by clicking on the scholarships guide on the right side of the screen at https://stuckmicavcast.com/ Cruise Flight: How did you get into aviation maintenance? Answer: I have always been tinkering with small engines, dirtbikes, and cars, but then I got my 1st opportunity as an airforce mechanic as a crew chief on a KC-135 airplane. The benefits of the Electroair - "Electronic Ignition System" Answer: An Electronic ignition system increases performance, decreases fuel consumption, and reduces long-term maintenance. Which aircraft can utilize the Electroair Ignition System Answer: Any aircraft that still utilizes magnetos. What is the difference between dual and single electronic ignition? What are the additional costs for dual electronic ignition? Why would someone only use a single electronic ignition and what do you recommend? Example of cost to add Electroair Ignition System to a Pa-28 Answer: To install Electro ignition on a Pa-28 would be about $8500.00 How to find out more about the maintenance shop in Sevierville TN. I'll speak about our location, hours, ferry service, social media, website and more. Links: https://www.instagram.com/jamesspearmanaircraft/ https://www.facebook.com/spearmanaircraft https://www.spearmanaircraft.com/ Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41 April 9-14 2024: https://flysnf.org https://www.floridaairshow.com/

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