As Florida heads into the cooler months, pilots and aircraft owners must prepare their airplanes for seasonal weather changes. From increased humidity to shorter daylight hours, winter flying in Florida still demands extra attention to detail. One of the most effective ways to ensure your aircraft is safe and compliant is through a thorough Annual Inspection, which highlights important services such as logbook review, service bulletin checks, and AD (Airworthiness Directive) research.

Fall in Florida brings cooler mornings but also the challenges of hurricane season. With increased weather variability, strong winds, and sudden storms, this time of year puts extra stress on both pilots and aircraft. Whether you’re planning short flights between weather windows or keeping your aircraft safely stored until conditions improve, now is the time to ensure your airplane is in top shape.

When it comes to aircraft maintenance, small details can make a big difference—and Dynamic Prop Balancing is one of those services that often gets overlooked but delivers major benefits.

Florida summers are no joke—from scorching heat and high humidity to daily thunderstorms and the looming threat of hurricanes. For aircraft owners and operators, these weather conditions aren’t just a flying concern—they directly affect how, when, and how often maintenance should be performed.

In aviation, safety starts with knowing when your aircraft is telling you something’s wrong. While regular inspections and preventative maintenance are essential, there are also warning signs that should never be ignored.

If you're a new aircraft owner or student pilot, one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of aircraft ownership is understanding the aircraft logbooks.

Becoming an aircraft owner is a proud milestone—but it’s also a big responsibility. At our maintenance shop, we’ve worked with countless new owners who didn’t realize how easy it is to make costly mistakes in those first few months of ownership. Whether you're flying a legacy Cessna or a freshly overhauled Piper, avoiding these pitfalls can save you money, headaches, and downtime.

Heck Air, a leading provider of aircraft maintenance services in Melbourne, Florida, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Sebastian Communication, Inc., a well-respected avionics shop located in Merritt Island, Florida.