With 36 feet of wing extending from your A/C, gaining and keeping prospective is difficult when towing or taxiing an airplane, especially when the passage is snug. To perform ground maneuvers safely, so as not to run a wing tip into a wall or another A/C, the responsibility falls to someone who can direct movements from a wider prospective– the Aircraft Marshaller. From a Supreme Prospective, (Serving God by Serving …
Next on the List
Wow! That’s a long list, but nothing can be overlooked, everything here is needed. Mission aircraft have excellent safety records as long as they are carefully maintained. Some parts are replaced when they show signs of wear, some are replaced when a certain amount of time has passed, others are replaced or inspected when directed by aviation authorities, all this, so that the “Good News” can move forward in safety. …
A New Season
SGSP Aviation Ministries, Inc., stateside volunteer/aviation missionary positions waiting to be filled. Got a question, you can always talk2us@sgsp-aviation.org
Are We Pleasing to God?
The end of May 2019 was fast approaching and SGSP Aviation Ministries (Chuck & Robin) were feeling the crunch. Twenty-four (24) calendar months had passed and it was time to recertify the (pitot/static) system that ensures accuracy in altitude and airspeed. With few options and the clock ticking, we call on ministry contacts in Guatemala. Soon Robin and I were departing our home base in Quetzaltenango, flying direct to Canilla’ …
Everybody Has Something to Add
Add your special touch and talent by volunteering, talk2us@sgsp-aviation.org
Keeping A Close Watch
Aircraft on the mission field require constant and detailed maintenance. The unforgiving nature of this mountainous region, coupled with near unpredictable weather patterns that accept no excuses when it comes to the condition of our mission aircraft. Unlike your personal vehicle, where you may choose to find out what’s making that “Funny Noise (FN)” when you have the time or notion. Aircraft are very different. Prudence dictates that the FN …
Martinez Mail November 2017
Advanced education is not guaranteed in Guatemala. For most of these Bible students financial sacrifice by family, community or village, and church provide room, board, and materials as they pursue their ministerial goals. Here in Guatemala many activities overlap as the year spools down. Of special note is the graduation of the Living Water Teaching (Ensenanza) de Agua Viva) Bible Institute. Each year Bible scholars who have completed courses and …
The fix is in
After some intensive research, collaboration, and phone calls this problem is a thing of the past. The persistent oil leak had been coming from this oil seal that had de-bonded from the circular recess just behind the crankshaft flange. With replacement parts available, bonding and de-bonding chemicals available, and special tools, this job takes maybe half a day. This job, on the field, in Guatemala…………..well that’s another story.