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Keep a small folding knee board in your flight bag if you need to reference the paper maps and charts you carry with you in case your tablet or dashboard avionics fails.

Magneto maintenance and overhaul is specific to the manufacturer, but generically we know that there is a 500-hour inspection requirement for both Bendix and Slick magnetos. Replace magnetos in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.

Unlike years past, you can safely use single-grade oil in your aircraft, if needed, even though you typically use a multi-grade oil. If you want to switch from a single-grade to multi-grade oil, it is best to do it after draining the old oil.

Before ordering a new panel, take precise measurements of your cockpit to ensure a perfect fit when it is installed. Every nuance must be accounted for so that the new panel looks like it was an original component.

Because of their highly fragile nature, avionics equipment requires great care and special handling when performing upkeep or adjustments. Even an inadvertent static electricity discharge can cause serious damage.