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Nothing in the Hangar? Really?

What? We are empty.  Nothing.  De nada.  On the other hand, its the busiest we have ever been.  All of our technicians are out and about. Some of our technicians are on courses to gain more knowledge on the newest … Continue reading

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Maxcraft Expands!

The new office Yes, we once again have an office at the Vancouver International Airport (CYVR)!  Although a few years ago we built our new facility in Pitt Meadows (CYPK), we have had technicians working out of YVR weekly. Due … Continue reading

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Our Featured Project – de Havilland DHC-3 Otter

The DHC-3 Otter Upgrade This northern Arctic operator upgraded an old piston de Havilland DHC-3 Otter to a turbine powered off-airport capable aircraft.  Maxcraft was tasked with turning this 1950’s era panel into a state-of-the-art glass panel workhorse.     … Continue reading

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Technical Side – Keeping your database (s) current

Keeping your database(s) current In our February issue of MaxNews we addressed the value of Electronic Approach Plates. These, of course, need to be kept current, and unfortunately, this is both an ongoing task and expense.  Compounding this issue is … Continue reading

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New Products

SANDIA STX165 Transponder The new STX 165 Mode C transponder with built-in encoder by Sandia Aerospace is ideal for tight places. Designed to occupy a minimum of panel space, the transponder can slide into a one-half 3-ATI opening, and measures … Continue reading

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New Technology – Engine Monitor Options

New Technology – learn more about it here We are offering the first of many papers on new technology.  Where to read it?  On our blog or click here to go to our Technology Page on our website.  Stay in … Continue reading

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Portable price changes

Garmin has just announced a price reduction…… Garmin’s popular aviation portables are able to find their way into your cockpit with a new lower price. The Garmin 796 is now only $1,999.00!  For all other portables check out our Webstore … Continue reading

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Aircraft Electronics Association

We were in Vegas! It was that time again.  Our service managers, Clarke and Ryan had the pleasure of going to Las Vegas for the 56th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show.  It was a great opportunity for Maxcraft … Continue reading

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The Cessna 206 continues its adventure!

Mexico bound! Leg 3 – Yuma, AZ Cruised at 13,500ft sipping oxygen from the cool Mountain High electronic pulse delivery system, flew right over top of Las Vegas, and we landed in Yuma before 5pm. If you haven’t noticed I’m … Continue reading

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Helicopter Trade Show and Exhibition

Las Vegas, 2013 Maxcraft’s President with our Director of Business Development went to one of the world’s largest helicopter trade show and exhibitions held in Las Vegas, Nevada. This exhibition and tradeshow had over 700 exhibitors and over 20,000 attendees.  One of … Continue reading

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