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  Summary of an article by Jeff Simon, originally published by AOPA Modern general aviation aircraft are loaded with advanced avionics, LED lighting, portable device chargers, and other electronics that…

      Hartzell Aviation is proud to announce that our parent company, Hartzell Engine Tech, a Signia Aerospace Company, has acquired E-MAG Ignitions — makers of the industry’s most…

One of the most common inquiries we receive is in regards ignition harness applications.  The basic engine application data is usually easy as most mechanics or owners will know that…

    Aircraft electrical systems rely on alternators to generate electrical power and charge the aircraft's battery. Without a reliable alternator, the aircraft's critical systems such as avionics, communication, and…

The process of starting an aircraft engine isn’t exactly the same as starting your car in the morning. The average aircraft engine needs a boost to get going, and luckily,…

Hartzell Engine Tech, a trusted name in aviation, proudly announces the launch and immediate availability of its PowerUP Ignition System.      Hartzell Engine Tech manufactures FAA/PMA approved PowerUP aircraft…

    BRAND HIGHLIGHT:  Fuelcraft fuel pumps were born out of a response to customer demands, marking the beginning of a fruitful partnership with Lycoming with Hartzell Engine Tech. This…

  The starter adapter is located on the flywheel of the engine. Its function is to transfer the power from the starter motor to the engine, in order to turn…

Bendix Magnetos earned their notoriety and popularity due to their significant production during World War II from the Bendix factory in Sidney, NY. The growth of Bendix Magnetos and all…

Magneto failure is uncomfortably commonplace. Mags are full of plastic components that are less than robust; plastic is used because it’s non-conductive. Fortunately, our aircraft engines are equipped with dual…