Modern aircraft are technological wonders. This is a fact we can all agree on. Once you move past that point, however, the opinions start flying. One key point is that no one is going anywhere until you start the airplane. For that, we look to the late 20th century poet and philosopher Bruce Springsteen, who famously said, “You can’t start a fire without a spark.” Today, we talk about aviation spark plugs.
Why Spark Plugs Are Important
This is one area where pilots and airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanics can find common ground. There is a lot of truth in what “The Boss” sings about. Nothing happens without the spark. The FAA ensures prospective A&P mechanics are well-versed in spark-o-matics.
