A mug from his father is a constant reminder of the writer's history with aviation. [Courtesy: Richard Scarbrough]
Key Takeaways:
Richard Scarbrough, a U.S. Navy aviation veteran and experienced mechanic with a 30-year career, is introduced as the new aircraft maintenance columnist for *FLYING*.
The bi-monthly column will cover essential topics for pilots, business leaders, and mechanics, including rules, best practices, resources, business outcomes (ROI), and emerging industry trends.
Scarbrough brings expertise from various roles, from A&P mechanic to MRO shop owner, emphasizing safe maintenance practices combined with maximizing value.
The column aims to be a collaborative "Hangar Chat" where readers are encouraged to submit their aircraft maintenance questions and story ideas for discussion.
That is not at all what you wanted to hear when you pulled out of the hangar and taxied out. Also, during your last trip for a $100 hamburger, the engine didn’t quite make the power you thought it should. What do you do now?
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Richard is a US Navy Veteran, A&P Mechanic, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University alumni. His experience ranges from general and corporate aviation to helicopters, business jets, and commercial airliners. Former owner of a 145 repair station, he currently has an aerospace product management role and is a member of the T-C-Alliance. Follow him on X (Twitter) at @RScarCo.
