There are several ways I choose people to profile in our magazine. Sometimes I get a lead from one of our advertisers who deals with a lot of directors of maintenance. Sometimes I meet at maintenance manager at a trade show or event and realize they would make a good cover story.

In my previous article, we discussed whether aerospace-focused startups can help revive the economy, and identified potential niches that are growing. The answer seems to be a resounding ‘yes’.

Compliance with regulations is much more than risk management.

A preview of the meetings and events that will be taking place at the largest business aviation event of the year.

Nearly five weeks ago, I decided it was time to replace my kitchen cabinets. I went shopping for some units that I could purchase and install myself, but after a day of shopping, I wasn’t pleased with the quality of the cabinets I could get for the money I was willing to spend.

Why is “aircraft maintenance” a dirty phrase in an organization? Why does quality get such a bad rap? If you can consciously admit that those two questions are truthful, then it should come as no surprise that “quality aircraft maintenance” is an obscure and alien term.

Directors of maintenance in a corporate aviation setting face unique issues when it comes to determining what maintenance or alteration activity should be accomplished by contract.

Do any of these phrases sound familiar? (Note: Names have been changed to protect the innocent.)

• “Pilot Paul keeps walking behind me, watching everything I do, like he doesn’t trust me or thinks I am not working fast enough.”

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