magneto

I just need a little help understanding where a small amount of oil is coming from that is showing up on the bottom of my dual mag. I don't understand how mags work very well so maybe someone can help. Here are the details: Lycoming O-540-J3C5D The mag was overhauled at 300 tach in Sep 2023. I...

Hi everyone, I’m working on an educational aviation project and I’m looking for high-quality images or diagrams of the Cessna 172P and 172S model engines. I’m specifically looking for: Clear top views of the engine compartments (Lycoming O-320 for the 172P, IO-360 for the 172S) Technical...

As I was flying my 1969 Arrow I today, I was doing some light maneuvering at 6000' normal cruise power setting. Upon feeling a slight shake begin coming from the engine, I looked at my CHTs and noticed cylinder 1 was far lower than the other three, which were running normally. The engine ran...

I can remember the day back in 1992 during one of my first few primary training lessons when my Lynn, my CFI popped open the left side cowling of one of the two 1978 Piper Tomahawks in order to introduce me to the systems that make the thing go. I paid attention as much as any 14 year old would...

Hello guys, I have a question about shutting down procedures. (C172) According to the checklist, the original order is Mag off -> Master Off But I usually do Master off -> Mag off I was confused about the order. Left Magneto broke down a few days ago, could this be the cause? Thx...